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Vacancy Bulletin (Blue Sheets) Issue No: 10 13 March 2020 You can view these vacancies, and more, online at: dasjobs.co.uk
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Vacancy Bulletin (Blue Sheets)
Issue No: 10
13 March 2020
You can view these vacancies, and more, online at:
dasjobs.co.uk
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Latest time for acceptance of advertisements is Tuesday 10am for the Friday bulletin.
UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED, details and application forms FOR ALL POSTS,
excluding those marked INTERNAL can be found on dasjobs.co.uk
Only SCC employees may apply for posts marked INTERNAL in the first instance. Internally advertised vacancies can be viewed on the SCC intranet: dasjobs.co.uk/internal
ALL POSTS MARKED WITH * REQUIRE A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK VIA THE DISCLOSURE PROCEDURE
"Somerset County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people"
All applicants, including current employees, should complete and return the
Recruitment Monitoring Form, which is attached to the Application Form.
Thank you for your cooperation
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER Applications for all vacancies are particularly welcome from people with disabilities. Further
details and application forms are also available on request in braille, large print, tape and disc.
JOB SHARING
Somerset County Council, as an equal opportunities employer, wishes to promote job-sharing arrangements in any full-time
post where the Manager and Chief Officer consider that such an arrangement would be a viable proposition. If you are
interested in making an application on a job-sharing basis for any full-time post advertised in this bulletin, you should contact
the appropriate Manager in the first instance to see whether such an application would be accepted.
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Somerset County Council is proud to offer an environment that is supportive and rewarding, working as part of
a team who are passionate about the work they do. We offer great training and development opportunities,
with supportive management. We offer an excellent benefits package to all of our employees including:
• A Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Discounted lease car via salary sacrifice scheme and options for discounts on petrol or diesel.
• My Staff Shop offering discounts in shops, online shopping, restaurants, cinema tickets, insurance
benefits and so forth.
• A Flexible Benefits Scheme via salary sacrifice to obtain a cycle for work, childcare vouchers,
additional annual leave, computers, mobile phones and health screening.
• Generous annual leave and flexible working arrangements.
• Staff discounts in gyms.
• Employee Assistance and support offering a variety of employee wellbeing services to support a
healthy work/life balance and lifestyle.
• Optional pension enhancement through our Additional Voluntary Contribution scheme.
Somerset County Council is subject to Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak
fluent English will be an essential requirement for customer-facing roles.
Please note for SCC roles:
If an internal applicant who is at risk of redundancy or in need of redeployment has applied and passed the
selection process they will be offered the role over remaining internal and external applicants.
If you are applying for a secondment please ensure you discuss this with your Line Manager first and obtain
their approval.
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*CONSULTANT IN PUBLIC HEALTH
Salary: £73,936 to £86,687 pa
Location: Taunton
Working Pattern: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 31-Mar-2020
About us
Somerset County Council covers a large geographical county with urban centres, market towns as well
as vast rural areas. The 2018 Somerset population was approximately 560,000 people and this is
expected to grow by 6% by 2028, with the 65+ group expected to increase by 23%. The county
encompasses four district councils and shares its boundary with a single Clinical Commissioning Group.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic public health team which has an excellent reputation.
Public Health has been welcomed into the local authority and this is a great opportunity to develop and
influence the public health agenda and tackle the inequalities that exist across the county.
About the job
The council is seeking to appoint an innovative individual to play a major part in the delivery of key
health programmes. The initial assignment of the Consultant in Public Health will cover issues relating
to healthy lifestyles and the health and wellbeing of children and young people, and commissioning of
public health nursing and lifestyle services. The successful individual will also be responsible for
providing the public health advice and support to a small number of Primary Care Networks within one
district of Somerset.
About you
We are looking for an outstanding individual to fill this senior post. You will need to be a confident,
politically skilled and highly credible professional who is flexible and used to working across
organisation boundaries and have experience in commissioning of services.
For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact Trudi Grant, Director of Public Health
on 01823 359015. For information about terms and conditions please contact Vicky Hayter in the HR
team, on 01823 359858.
Interviews will be held on 7 May 2020.
Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-vacancies/job-details/?jobId=1426
Ref: SCC01157TC
*RELIEF HEALTH VISITORS
Salary: £15.75 - £19.31 per hour
Location: Somerset
Working Pattern: Casual
Closing Date: 01-Apr-2020
About us
Somerset Public Health Nursing Team is delivered through Somerset County Council. For qualified
nursing staff we offer Agenda for Change pay scales. We are delighted to offer the opportunity to join
our dynamic Health Visiting Teams as a relief Health Visitor, with opportunities across the 4 areas of
Somerset (South Somerset, Mendip, Taunton and West Somerset and Sydenham).
About the job
The Health Visitor service comprises of skill mix teams that deliver core and targeted health input
through the Healthy Child Programme 0-4 years aged children and their families.
This is an opportunity to work on our Bank to backfill maternity leaves and long-term sickness and to
support the teams to continue to offer a health visiting service to their local area.
About you
This is an opportunity for qualified Specialist Community Public Health Nurses in Health Visiting who do
not wish to commit to a permanent post at present, but are passionate about health visiting.
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You will need to be a highly motivated, innovative and adaptable practitioner.
You must also have good leadership skills and a knowledge base in safeguarding and child protection
processes.
In addition to this, you must have a strong Public Health focus and be fully committed to improving the
health and well-being of our children and families in Somerset.
You must have a full valid driving licence and have access to a car for work. If necessary, adjustments
can be considered in line with the Equality Act 2010.
For further details please contact Liz Rendell, Operational Service Manager on 07979 857482 (email:
[email protected]) or Phil Wells on 07786 072438 (email: [email protected]).
Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-vacancies/job-details/?jobId=1436
Ref: SCC01168TC
*SOCIAL WORKER - SAFEGUARDING
Salary: £29,636 - £33,799 pa
Location: Somerset
Working Pattern: Full Time
Closing Date: 30-Mar-2020
About the job
Qualified Social Worker – Safeguarding – Taunton, Yeovil and Shepton Mallet
Hours are negotiable and flexible
We are looking for Social Workers who are passionate and enthusiastic to join us in improving outcomes
for our most vulnerable young people and families in Somerset to encourage positive change.
Somerset are committed to providing the support, training and development you will need to continue
to improve your professional practice as a social worker.
You will be offered
• Small supportive teams • Support to work from a strengths and relationship-based approach • Regular high-quality systemic supervision and annual appraisals • Flexible working arrangements • Regular training and continuing development opportunities
We work with children and families which enable practitioners to do meaningful work with families and a
focus on the quality of practice and improving learning, supervision and support for our social workers.
You’ll be encouraged to work smarter with access to a mobile phone, laptop, training and planning
resources.
We build resilience in our social workers through reflective and supportive supervision and strong case
management conferencing. Somerset staff morale is good, and management are committed to staff
retention.
Extensive training and development opportunities are supported by weekly CPD, and on-site additional
management support from Consultant Social Workers, and Advanced Social Work Practitioner (AP)
Programme with role specialism. The AP salary scale is £33,799 - £37,849.
We promote flexible working within our safeguarding teams and will consider part time, 9-day fortnight
and other flexible working approaches.
Our offices in the south of the county are based on the outskirts of Yeovil just 10 minutes from the
A303 with plentiful parking on site. We are just 40 minutes’ drive from Taunton, the county town of
Somerset, 30 minutes’ Dorchester and 45 minutes from the Jurassic Coast. There are good railway links
to London, and options of town and some beautiful village living.
The team for the west of the county are based in County Hall in Taunton. As the county town transport
links are great with access to the M5, less than two hours by train to London and 40 minutes drive in
each direction to Bristol and Exeter.
Our offices in Mendip are located in Shepton Mallet, just a short drive from both Frome and
Glastonbury and easily accessible from Wiltshire and North Somerset; with parking on site.
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Progressive, improving and innovative we offer competitive salaries and up to an £8k relocation
allowance. Discover more Benefits of working for Somerset County Council here.
For an informal chat about roles within our Safeguarding teams please contact Cathy Jones on
07890583225.
Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-vacancies/job-details/?jobId=1441
Ref: SCC01174HC
*ADULT SOCIAL WORKER
Salary: £29,636 to £33,799 per annum
Location: Somerset
Working Pattern: Full Time
Closing Date: 30-Mar-2020
About us
Why Join Somerset County Council?
It’s an exciting time to be a Social Worker in Somerset. We’re transforming our service to create better
support for everyone. We’re focusing on promoting independence, so that people can live the life they
want to live.
To make this possible, we’re putting people at the heart of everything we do. We will support you to
support them. If you work for us, we will give you the freedom to be innovative, to influence change,
and to really touch people’s lives. You can Do It Your Way.
About the job
If you are looking for a new role to get your teeth in to that is exciting, fast paced and will springboard
your career, join us in Somerset.
We currently have vacancies in a number of different teams in locations across Somerset, including:
Locality – working with people and families to help them stay independent for longer in local
communities. You will develop great knowledge of your local area, work in partnership with local
agencies and provide helpful advice and creative solutions to people at local drop-ins and in
assessments.
Transitions – working with young people, their families and education partners. You will be enabling
young people to move into an independent life following their education promoting the four strands of
Preparing for Adulthood.
Safeguarding – working with people and families to investigate safeguarding issues. You will provide
support and advice to families and analyse safeguarding concerns.
You will provide really useful information and advice to people and their families. You will have
conversations with people to identify what they are worried about or what they want to achieve, what
support they already have and what they need. You will advise them on the best local services and
solutions to suit the person’s needs. It is your role to encourage people to be independent, to help
them grow their confidence and make the most of the support available in their local community.
About you
We are looking for qualified Social Workers who are unafraid to do things differently. You will be
forward thinking and full of new ideas about how we can improve lives.
As a Social Worker in Somerset you will be innovative, creative and solution focused to support people
to be independent. You will have Social Care experience and you will be passionate about advocating
for others. It is essential that you are registered with Social Work England.
You will influence the development of the adult social care service, you will bring your ideas to the table
and you will be encouraged to make improvements to ways of working.
If you are interested in finding out more about this exciting opportunity, before applying, please get in
touch with Chris Denovan on 07977401815 or via email [email protected].
Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-vacancies/job-details/?jobId=1431
Ref: SCC01164KF
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*SOCIAL WORKER - HEALTH INTERFACE SERVICE (HIS)
Salary: £29,636 - £33,799 per annum
Location: Somerset
Working Pattern: Full Time
Closing Date: 31-Mar-2020
About us
We currently have Social Worker vacancies in our Mendip, Taunton, and Sedgemoor and West
Somerset Hospital Interface Service teams.
Our focus is to promote independence for everyone – so that people can do the things that matter
most to them and live the life they want to live in their own home for as long as possible. We are doing
things differently to put the person at the centre of everything we do and to look creatively at how we
can meet people’s needs following a hospital admission. We want to offer a consistent, quality service,
7 days a week.
We will give you the freedom to be innovative, to influence change and to really touch people’s lives –
you can Do it your way.
About the job
You will be part a multi-disciplinary team, supporting people to get back to their home whenever
possible and as quickly as possible, as soon as they are able.
You will provide valuable information and advice to people and their families and you will have
conversations with people to identify what they are worried about or what they want to achieve, what
support they already have and what they need. You will advise them on the best local services and
solutions to suit the person’s needs. It is your role to encourage people to be independent, to help
them grow their confidence and make the most of the support available in their local community.
You will work a flexible shift pattern across 7 days a week, Mon-Fri 8.30am-8pm and Sat and Sun 9am-
4pm with your future colleagues who are friendly and very supportive. The 7 day service began
operations in October 2018 so you have the opportunity to work hours that suit you as long as the new
out of hours service is covered.
You will be expected to be flexible in your work base and to be willing to travel within the area of
Somerset where you work, you will be covering the acute hospital as well as the community hospitals in
the area and potentially working within admission avoidance as well.
You will be work with patients, families and our community networks to agree creative solutions to help
people return and remain at home. You will work closely with health colleagues to provide better
outcomes for people and improve the patient experience.
About you
We are looking for qualified Social Workers who are not afraid to do things differently to create support
that is better for people.
You will need to be:
• Innovative and forward thinking • Motivated and passionate • Creative and solution focused to support people to be independent • Able to make things happen and work at pace • Able to travel around the county (and sometimes outside) to carry out assessments and reviews.
For further information about this role, please contact Rachel Dinning, Locality Manager, on
07977410726 or via email - [email protected]
Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-vacancies/job-details/?jobId=1435
Ref: SCC01167KF
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*OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
Salary: £29,636 to £33,799 pa
Location: Somerset
Working Pattern: Full Time
Closing Date: 30-Mar-2020
About us
Why Join Somerset County Council?
It’s an exciting time to be an Occupational Therapist in Somerset. We’re transforming our service to
create better support for everyone. We’re focusing on promoting independence, so that people can live
the life they want to live.
To make this possible, we’re putting people at the heart of everything we do. We will support you to
support them. If you work for us, we will give you the freedom to be innovative, to influence change,
and to really touch people’s lives. You can Do It Your Way.
About the job
We are currently looking for Occupational Therapists to fill the following exciting posts:
Housing – working closely with our housing providers and district councils you will support people to
access Housing Options which will improve their health and wellbeing and maximise their
independence. You will have a good knowledge of complex adaptations and the Disabled Facility grant
process. Supporting people through relocation, advising on new build developments, working on
assistive technology solutions for supported living, influencing changes in policy and practice – the role
is varied and challenging and requires an Occupational Therapist with drive and passion.
Health Interface Service – working as part of the multi-disciplinary team based in The Bungalow with
integrated discharge team at Musgrove Park Hospital, you will work with people and their families
discharged from the hospital on a reablement/discharge to assess pathway back to their own home.
Getting people out of hospital and assessed in their own homes instead of on a hospital ward provides
a much better understanding of their abilities and needs. You will be responsible for devising
reablement plans to maximise their independence, setting personalised goals with them, and for the
reablement providers to work on. You will advise on creative solutions and utilise assistive technology
to help people return and remain at home. You will work closely with community and voluntary
organisations, as well as health and social care professionals to provide better outcomes for people.
Community Occupational Therapist – As a strong team player you will be dedicated to supporting
people at home to maximise their independence and live fulfilling lives. Working in the local community
team alongside social care workers you will find creative solutions for a range of client groups. We have
a formal programme of induction and CPD get you up and running in your new post, with ongoing
support from a dedicated Learning & development team. We are constantly looking at new ways of
working and there are exciting opportunities for those who wish to embrace the challenge!
About you
We are looking for qualified (HCPC registered) Occupational Therapists who are unafraid to do things
differently. You will be forward thinking and full of new ideas about how we can improve lives.
As an Occupational Therapists in Somerset you will be innovative, creative and solution focused to
support people to be independent. You will have Social Care experience and you will be passionate
about advocating for others.
You will influence the development of the adult social care service, you will bring your ideas to the table
and you will be encouraged to make improvements to ways of working. We want you to invest in this
journey as much as we will invest in you.
If you are interested in finding out more about these exciting opportunities, please get in touch as
below:
Housing and Community Team - Paulette Baker, Principal Occupational Therapist on 07976693739
Health interface Service - Rachel Dinning, Locality Manager Health Interface Service on 07977 410726
Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-vacancies/job-details/?jobId=1432
Ref: SCC01165KF
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*ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Salary: £18,065 to £18,426 per annum
Location: Yeovil
Working Pattern: Full Time
Closing Date: 18-Mar-2020
About the job
We're looking for a full time administrative assistant to join our Business Support team in Yeovil.
You’ll be supporting several teams of Social Work staff by providing office based support undertaking
administrative tasks in a busy working environment.
There will be some face to face client contact but most of your work will involve communication with
professionals from different agencies by email and phone so excellent communication skills are
essential.
About you
We’re looking for an administrative assistant who wants a varied and challenging admin based role.
You need to be a good team player with strong organisational skills.
The nature of the work is sensitive and highly confidential.
Strong IT skills are required. Office experience is desirable yet not essential, nor is knowledge of this
line of work, but the aptitude to learn is vital to being a success in this rewarding role.
For an informal discussion about the post please contact Natalie Jemmison 01823 359387
Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-vacancies/job-details/?jobId=1438
Ref: SCC01170KF
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Salary: £18,065 to £18,426 per annum
Location: Taunton
Working Pattern: Full Time
Closing Date: 18-Mar-2020
About the job
We're looking for a full time administrative assistant to join our Business Support team. We provide
administrative support directly to Independent Safeguarding Reviewing Officers and Quality Assurance
functions.
We are busy, but we enjoy our work and feel we are making a valuable contribution to the work of the
service.
The workload is varied and demanding and requires a high level of organisational skill combined with
flexibility, attention to detail and initiative.
About you
We’re looking for an administrative assistant who wants a varied and challenging admin based role.
You need to be a good team player with strong organisational skills.
Most of your work will involve communication with professionals from different agencies by email and
phone so excellent communication skills are essential.
The nature of the work is sensitive and highly confidential.
Strong IT skills are required. Office experience is desirable yet not essential, nor is knowledge of this
line of work, but the aptitude to learn is vital to being a success in this rewarding role.
For an informal discussion about the post please contact Natalie Jemmison 01823 359387
Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-vacancies/job-details/?jobId=1437
Ref: SCC01169KF
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*SUPERVISING SOCIAL WORKER
Salary: £24,029 - £27,404 pa
Location: Taunton
Working Pattern: Part Time Maternity cover
Closing Date: 26-Mar-2020
About the job
Fixed term until 3 February 2021 to cover maternity leave.
This is an exciting scheme that provides assessment and supports foster placements for parents and
their young children. The team has built up a good reputation over the last few years and continues to
develop its knowledge and practice in relation to parent and child placements and you will have the
opportunity to be part of this ongoing learning and development.
The post involves supporting foster carers who provide intensive and challenging placements and
therefore you will need to be flexible and adaptable.
You will supervise, support and review carers in line with statutory requirements and present cases to
Fostering Panel.
As you will be working in a dedicated team with a distinct role you will need to demonstrate an ability
to work within a small team and use initiative.
The scheme operates on a countywide basis and therefore you will need to be able to travel extensively
across Somerset.
About you
You will be educated to degree level, in a recognised Social Work qualification (DipSW or equivalent)
with Social Work England registration.
It is desirable that you will have demonstrable experience in fostering and adoption work with foster
carers, and children and families and will have a natural enthusiasm to maintaining and expanding your
social work knowledge and skills.
For further information about this role, please contact Sinead Bolton, Fostering Team Manager, on
07469 021695 or 01823 357433.
Interviews to be held week commencing 2 April 2020
Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-vacancies/job-details/?jobId=1439
Ref: SCC01166SR
DRIVER
Salary: £18,426 - £19,171 pa
Location: Taunton
Working Pattern: Full Time
For an informal discussion about this post please contact Vince Carey on 01823 273194.
Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-vacancies/job-details/?jobId=1442
Ref: SCC01173AMB
Salary: £8,454 - £9,796 pa
Location: Bridgwater
Working Pattern: Term Time 20 hours per week term time only (39 working weeks)
For an informal discussion about this post please contact Steve Osborne on 01278 454617.
Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-vacancies/job-details/?jobId=1440
Ref: SCC01171AMB
Closing Date: 19-Mar-2020
RELIEF DRIVER
Salary: £9.55 per hour
Location: Taunton
Working Pattern: Casual
Closing Date: 23-Mar-2020
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For an informal discussion about this post please contact Vince Carey on 01823 273194.
Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-vacancies/job-details/?jobId=1443
Ref: SCC01175AMB
Relief patterns vary depending on the needs of the service and how much you wish to work.
Are you an experienced driver, used to transporting passengers with a variety of needs? If this sounds
like you, would you like to be part of our Transport Team, working in the Taunton and Bridgwater
areas?
About the job
You will transport a variety of people with various needs on mainly public service routes. The role is
varied and interesting with a range of routes covered during the week, incl. some LD transport. More
details available if required.
About you
You will need a D1category on your driving licence or have passed the minibus driving test and you will
have had experience of driving minibuses or large vans. As a driver, you would also be responsible for
the safe operation and routine maintenance of the vehicle.
Holway Park Primary School, Shakespeare Avenue, Taunton, Somerset TA1 2JA
01823252126
PERMANENT OFFICE MANAGER
Start Date May 2020
Monday-Thursday - 8.00am-4.30pm, Friday-8.00am-4.00pm (including 1 hour unpaid lunch break)
37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year Term Time PLUS INSET days
Salary Grade 12 Point 12 £ 11.19 per hour
We have an opening for a talented office manager to join our friendly, welcoming and busy school
administration team at Holway Park School. This opportunity requires a proactive, highly organised and
committed individual, capable of organising and supervising all of the administrative activities that
facilitate the smooth running of the School Office.
This is an exciting and varied role for someone who combines efficiency with a warm and welcoming
approach, and has the capacity to remain calm and cope with the unexpected.
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate an ability to prioritise workloads, work under
minimal supervision, remain professional when handling confidential material, have sound decision-
making skills, will be confident in the use of Microsoft Office, be an excellent communicator and ideally,
have experience of working in a busy school office environment.
Holway Park School has a commitment to safeguarding children. Any offer of employment will be
subject to satisfactory reference checks and an enhanced disclosure check with the Disclosure and
Barring Service.
Closing Date: Friday 27th March 2020. Interview: Tuesday 21st April 2020
Applicants must complete a SCC Application Form- CVs WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
http://dasjobs.co.uk/job/office-manager-14/
Please submit application forms to [email protected]
St. John’s Church of England VA Primary School, Priory, Wellington, Somerset, TA21 9EJ
Head teacher: Mr Olly Priestley Telephone: 01823 662541 Fax: 01823 660385
Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.stjohnscofeprimary.co.uk
PE AND OUTDOOR EDUCATION CO-ORDINATOR
23 ½ hours per week
Salary Grade 12 point depending on experience
Required from ASAP
The Governing body wish to appoint a new PE/Outdoor Education Co-ordinator
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We are looking for an individual who:
• has experience of, and a passion for, working with children
• has the ability to teach classes, small groups or on a 1:1 basis.
• experience with planning and delivering sessions
• can lead a whole class for long periods of time
• can organise enrichment activities for the children at lunch and after school
• is able to deal with children with warmth, care and understanding, yet set clear boundaries
for behaviour and learning.
• have good communication skills
• can work closely within a team of professionals, maintaining high levels of confidentiality
• can follow agreed protocols but also take the initiative
• can lead a team in the two subject areas
We can offer you:
• full training to enable you to support these children
• friendly, supportive colleagues within our strong staff team
• access to on-going professional development It is essential that our Christian ethos is supported and enhanced in our Church of England environment.
The school is committed to equal opportunities and safer recruitment practice. Successful candidates
will be required to undertake a DBS check.
Please contact the school or visit our website for an application form and further details of the post.
Closing date: Monday 16th March. Interview date: Week commencing Monday 30th March
ADMIN ASSISTANT – 24 hours per week
Part time Administrative Assistant (24 hours per week, term time only)
Grade 15 point 3-4 depending on experience
Monday, Thursday and Friday 8.30am to 4.00pm plus Wednesday 1.00pm to 4.00pm
We have an exciting opportunity to join our vibrant and happy Church school at the heart of a local
community, situated in Wellington town.
We are looking to appoint a highly organised, enthusiastic and efficient administrator to support the
day-to-day running of the school. Effective communication and interpersonal skills are essential as are
reliability and confidentiality. They must have a positive and professional manner and above all be able
to adapt to the role and to meet the changing needs of the school.
We are looking for a member of staff who:
• is motivated, flexible and enthusiastic
• has good ICT skills and can work efficiently prioritising and handling varied workloads
• is a good team player and has effective communication skills
• is able to support and embrace the Christian ethos of the school
• has a good standard of education, (GCSE grade C and above) including English and
Mathematics
• has experience of working in a school office and/or with young people is desirable
• has experience in the use of Excel and Word processing and website input
• experience in finance processes would be desirable, ongoing training to be provided
We can offer:
• Enthusiastic and friendly children
• A dedicated and hardworking team
• A caring and supportive Church school community
• A commitment to professional development Please contact the school office or visit our website for an application pack on 01823 662541 or
email [email protected]
The post is to commence week commencing 20th April 2020
Visits to the school are most welcome
Closing date: Noon on Monday 16th March 2020. Interview date: Week commencing 30th March 2020
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St John’s Primary School is committed to rigorous safeguarding procedures and promoting the welfare
of all its children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post holder will be required to
undergo a disclosure check and medical health questionnaire before taking up employment.
Beech Grove Primary School
Application closing date: Friday 20th March 2020 at 9am
Interviews will be held on: Friday 27th March 2020
AFTER-SCHOOL CLUB LEADER – 12½ hours per week, term time only
Grade 13: £19,171 to £21,166 (pro-rata) depending on experience
Monday to Friday 15:30 to 18:00 (term time). To commence on 4th May 2020
We are looking for an outstanding practitioner to lead in the success of our new after-school club. The
successful candidate will lead in creating high-quality and varied activities within a safe and caring
environment. They will provide a high standard of care for children in the club, including those with
special educational needs. They will lead in the delivery of activities. They will need to be highly
motivated, resilient and have a sense of fun. They will enjoy both supporting and celebrating the
achievement of pupils.
The ideal candidate will:
• Have experience of working with primary age pupils
• Have experience of being part of a successful after-school or breakfast club
• Have good experience of using Microsoft Office, including Excel
• Have at least a Grade C in GCSE or O level qualifications in Maths, English & Science
• Be positive, enthusiastic and adaptable
• Be able to work effectively with a range of people
• Be willing to learn and take on new ideas
In return we can offer:
• A commitment to you and your professional development
• Strong, supportive leadership and a caring and enthusiastic staff team
• Keen and enthusiastic children, who want to learn
• Encouragement to develop new ideas and the opportunity to make a real difference Visits to the school are encouraged. Please call or email the school office on 01823 662438 /
[email protected] to arrange a visit.
Apply: https://dasjobs.co.uk/job/after-school-club-leader-8/
Please email completed application forms to the email address above by 12pm on Friday 20th March.
Beech Grove School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young
people and expects its staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts require a police check
through the disclosure process.
AFTER-SCHOOL CLUB ASSISTANT – 12½ hours per week, term time only
Grade 15: £18,065 to £18,426 (pro-rata) depending on experience
Monday to Friday 15:30 to 18:00 (term time)
To commence on 4th May 2020
Fixed term in the first instance, until 20th July 2020 with the aim of a permanent contract from
September 2020
We are looking for an outstanding practitioner to support the success of our new after-school club. The
successful candidate will assist in creating high-quality and varied activities within a safe and caring
environment. They will provide a high standard of care for children in the club, including those with
special educational needs. They will assist in the delivery of activities and support the club leader. They
will need to be highly motivated, resilient and have a sense of fun. They will enjoy both supporting and
celebrating the achievement of pupils.
The ideal candidate will: • Have experience of working with primary age pupils
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• Have experience of working in a successful after-school or breakfast club • Have at least a Grade C in GCSE or O level qualifications in Maths, English & Science • Be positive, enthusiastic and adaptable • Be able to work effectively with a range of people • Be willing to learn and take on new ideas
In return we can offer: • A commitment to you and your professional development • Strong, supportive leadership and a caring and enthusiastic staff team • Keen and enthusiastic children, who want to learn • Encouragement to develop new ideas and the opportunity to make a real difference
Visits to the school are encouraged. Please call or email the school office on 01823 662438 /
[email protected] to arrange a visit.
Apply: https://dasjobs.co.uk/job/after-school-club-assistant-11/
Please email completed application forms to the email address above by 12pm on Friday 20th March.
Beech Grove School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young
people and expects its staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts require a police check
through the disclosure process.
Merriott First School & Haselbury Plucknett First Schools Federation require a
SCHOOL CARETAKER
15 hours per week, 6.45 am – 9.45am + additional overtime as required.
Salary Grade 15 – Point 4, £9.55 per hour
We are seeking to appoint a friendly, conscientious, reliable and self-motivated individual to join our
team to help ensure that our school and learning environment is the best it can be.
You will be responsible for the security, caretaking and general maintenance needs of the sites and to
ensure the schools are a safe and secure environment for pupils, teachers and visitors
Our schools are friendly and inclusive at the centre of the village communities.
As a school committed to safeguarding, an enhanced DBS will be needed before a person can be
appointed.
Please contact Miss Anne Higginbotham, Executive Headteacher for an application form & further
details; email: [email protected]
Application forms available here: http://dasjobs.co.uk/job/school-caretaker-17/
MIDDAY SUPERVISOR
5 hours per week (Monday – Friday) 38 weeks per year, based at Merriott First School
Salary: GRADE 16 Point 2 £9.18 per hour
The Federation is looking for a friendly, energetic and enthusiastic individual to join their lunchtime
supervisory team to start as soon as possible. You will work from 12.15pm to 1.15pm 5 days a week
at Merriott First School, term time only.
Applicants should be:
• Well organised
• Able to demonstrate a positive and enthusiastic approach
• Enjoy working with children and young people
• Able to organise activities to ensure children are active during lunch play The ability to offer extended time when other Midday Supervisors are unavailable and hold a Food
Hygiene certificate would be advantageous too.
Enquiries and visits are welcomed. Please contact Miss Higginbotham, Executive Headteacher on 01460
72547 or email [email protected]
Application forms available here: http://dasjobs.co.uk/job/midday-supervisor-80/
Merriott First School places high importance on Safeguarding and Child Protection and the post
requires a criminal background check via the disclosure procedure. All references will be verified.
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Oake Bradford & Nynehead C of E (VC) Primary School, Oake Taunton TA4 1AZ
*MIDDAY SUPERVISOR
7.5 hours 12.00 – 1.30pm Mon – Fri, Term Time only.
Salary Grade 16: £17,711pa pro rata (£9.1801 per hour)
Required to join our team, ASAP
We are looking for a reliable and enthusiastic lunchtime assistant to help set up and clear away the
lunch room, supervise the children whilst eating lunch and on the playground. Applicants should be
well organised and motivated, able to work on their own initiative, able to engage with children and
promote positive play. Our school is committed to safeguarding our children and this post will require a
criminal background check (DBS) via the Disclosure Procedure before commencing work.
For further details & an application form contact the school office on 01823 461533 or email
Closing date: Monday 23rd March noon, Interviews Tuesday 31st March.
Thurlbear CE VA Primary School, Thurlbear, Taunton, TA3 5BW
Tel: 01823 442277 Email: [email protected]
Website: https://elim.sharepoint.com/sites/thurlbearprimary/SitePages/Home.aspx
CLEANER
Required as soon as possible
6 hours and 15 minutes per week, Term Time plus some holiday working – a total of 43 working
weeks per year. Ideally these hours will be worked between 4.15pm – 5.30pm Monday to Friday,
however, there may be some flexibility regarding times for the right candidate.
Rate of pay: Grade 17 Point 1 (£9.00) per hour
Thurlbear CE VA Primary School is a friendly and dynamic school on the edge of Taunton with a vision
of being an irresistible Church School. A vacancy has arisen within our premises team for a cleaner.
You will work alongside other members of the team to maintain a clean environment for our pupils,
staff and visitors.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. For further details, please contact our School Business
Manager, Mrs J Moore either via email at [email protected] or telephone 01823 442277.
Thurlbear School is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects
all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure together with
other pre-employment checks.
Oakhill Church School, Bath Road, Radstock, Somerset BA3 5AQ
01749 840426 [email protected]
OFFICE MANAGER
37 Hours per week – Monday to Friday term-time only
Pay Grade 12 – point 12-19 (£21,589 - £24,799 full time equivalent)
The children, staff and governors at Oakhill Church School are looking to appoint an Office Manager to
be the lead role in our busy school office. The post is for 37hrs a week, spread over five days and is a
permanent position. The applicant would be responsible for the management of a part time office
assistant/administrator.
We are looking for:
• An efficient and effective Office Manager, with school office experience.
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• Someone with excellent IT and communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with
the office staff and all members of the school team and wider community.
• Someone with excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to work to deadlines despite frequent interruptions.
• NVQ level 3/BTEC Diploma or equivalent in administration.
• Minimum of 5 GCSE A-C passes to include Maths and English.
The school is able to offer:
• The opportunity to work within a friendly, supportive environment
• Support from an experienced and enthusiastic school team
• Commitment to professional development
• A caring and adventurous environment Candidates are invited to contact the school and arrange to visit and meet with the Headteacher and
Office Manager. If you would like to arrange this, please book an appointment via phone 01749
840426 or email [email protected]
Benefits of working for the Bath & Wells Multi Academy Trust include; a generous pension scheme,
enhanced sickness and parental benefits and a supportive working environment.
The Bath & Wells Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of
children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this
commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS and all relevant pre-employment checks.
Application forms should be accompanied by a full letter of application and sent to the school by
post or email to [email protected].
Closing date: Wednesday 18th March at 9am. Interview date: Tuesday 24th March 2019
This post will commence: As soon as possible
Weare Academy Church of England First School
Rainbow Woods Pre-School at Weare Academy Church of England First School
A member of the Wessex Learning Trust
PRE-SCHOOL MANAGER (full-time permanent post)
Salary: Dependent on experience
Hours of work: The contracted hours are 45 hours per week, consisting of 35 core hours and 10
additional hours. The core hours are Monday to Friday 8.30am – 3.30pm (term time only) plus five
INSET days per year. The Pre-School Manager is expected to share the responsibility of caring for our
children during Mini Nightingales Breakfast Club (7.45am to 8.30am) and Mini Larks After-School Club
(3.15pm – 6.00pm) with the pre-school team. These are the additional hours.
We are seeking an exceptional Pre-School Manager to lead our experienced and enthusiastic team,
effectively manage the day-to-day running of the pre-school and to deliver the highest standards of
care and education. In addition to the skills and experience detailed in the job specification, our new
Pre-School Manager will be knowledgeable, aspirational, committed and nurturing. The Pre-School
Manager will also be the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) for the pre-school, working closely with
the school’s DSL.
Please see our website at www.weareacademy.co.uk to find out more about us. We warmly welcome
visits to the pre-school and school. To request an appointment or for more information about the role,
please contact the school office on 01934 732270.
Further information about the role, application details and forms can be downloaded from the
‘vacancies’ section of the school website: www.weareacademy.co.uk. Please complete and return by
email, post or in person to:
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Miss Sara Packer
Early Years Leader
Weare Academy Church of England First School
Notting Hill Way
Weare
Somerset
BS26 2JS
Closing date: Wednesday 18th March 2020 at 5.00pm
Interview date: Wednesday 25th and Thursday 26th March 2020
Contact details: Telephone - 01934 732270
Email - [email protected]
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young children and expects all
staff to share this commitment. References will be sought prior to interview. Any formal offer will be
subject to completion of a DBS check.
Buckland St Mary C of E Primary School, Buckland St Mary, Chard Somerset TA20 3SJ
Tel: 01460 234 251 (Diverts to Castle Primary School)
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.bucklandstmaryceprimaryschool.co.uk
LEAD NURSERY PRACTITIONER
Hours: 32 hours per week, Term Time only (38 weeks per year)
Salary: Grade 14 (5) (£18,795 pro rata)
Permanent contract
Buckland St Mary C of E Primary School is part of The Redstart Learning Partnership and are seeking to
appoint a Nursery Lead Practitioner to join our team. This is a wonderful opportunity to work in a small
community setting supporting children and their families to learn and grow together.
We are looking for a qualified Early Years Practitioner, who will enhance the work of our nursery by
working closely with the EYFS Lead Teacher.
The successful candidate will be provided with reflective supervision, continued professional
development and opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge in the field as well as being able
to take lead responsibilities.
If you are passionate about providing high quality early years provision for children to learn, are highly
motivated, relate well to parents and enjoy working with young children, visit the school website for
more details.
For more information including job details and an application form, please visit the Trust website
www.theredstartlearningpartnership.co.uk. For more information on our school please visit our website
www.bucklandstmaryprimaryschool.co.uk
Closing Date: Friday 20 March 2020, 4pm. Interviews Date: Wednesday 1 April 2020
Start Date: Tuesday 21 April 2020 or at the earliest convenience
Completed application forms to be returned to: [email protected]
Please note applications by CV or incomplete forms will not be considered.
TRLP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and expects all staff to
share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring
Service check.
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Huish Primary School, Carisbrooke Gardens, Yeovil, BA20 1AY
Tel: 01935 474984
1:1 SEN LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT
31 hours 15 mins per week - Term Time only (38 weeks pa)
Grade 15 – Points 3-4 (£9.36-£9.55 per hour)
Post to commence Monday 20th April 2020 or as soon as possible thereafter
We require an enthusiastic, flexible and experienced LSA to work with a pupil in
upper KS2 with significant SEMH needs.
Post is subject to funding and the pupil remaining in school.
The post is subject to a probationary period.
Closing date: Wednesday 25th March at 12 noon. Interviews: w/b 30th March
For further details and an application pack please visit our website www.huish.somerset.sch.uk
Visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the school office for an appointment.
Our School and all its personnel are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the
children. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Norton Fitzwarren Church School, Blackdown View, Norton Fitzwarren, Somerset, TA2 6TB
01823 276611 [email protected]
AFTER SCHOOL CLUB ASSISTANT
12.5 hrs during Term Time
SCP 2-4 £17,711-£18,426 FTE
Norton Fitzwarren has a popular and well-established After School Club that takes place every
afternoon from 3.15pm. We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, committed and energetic After
School Club Assistant to start as soon as possible. You will be enthusiastic, reliable, and versatile and
above all enjoy working with children. Working alongside the team you will be promoting positive play
and good attitudes in the children that attend.
Candidates are invited to contact the school and arrange to visit and meet with the Headteacher. If you
would like to arrange this, please book an appointment via phone 01823 276611 or email
Benefits of working for the Bath & Wells MAT include; a generous pension scheme, enhanced sickness
and parental benefits and a supportive working environment.
The Bath & Wells MAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young
people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is
subject to an enhanced DBS and all relevant pre-employment checks.
Application forms should be accompanied by a full letter of application and sent to the school
office by post or email the Office Manager [email protected]
Closing date: Monday 16th March at noon. Interview date: Thursday 26th March 2020
This post will commence: ASAP
Brymore Academy, Cannington, Somerset TA5 2NB
CARETAKER
Job Reference Number: 016
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Required: ASAP
Part-time, Permanent. 30 hours per week, all year round
Monday - Friday, from 3.30pm to 9.30pm
Salary: BCT Point 5 to 6 starting on point 5. Actual Salary: £15,235 per annum
Brymore is a State Boarding School for boys aged 11 - 17 set in its own 60 acre site with a working
farm, gardens, workshops and sports facilities which are fully utilised in the delivery of the curriculum to
over 270 students of which 140 are boarders.
The core purpose of this position is to assist in ensuring the Academy’s site, buildings and furnishings
are safe, secure, cleaned and maintained to standards defined by legal requirements, Health and Safety
regulations and the Academy management.
Ideally you will have an understanding of health and safety and manual handling. You will need to have
a pleasant, courteous manner, with the ability to work in often reactive situations to meet the needs of
the Academy.
There is a practical element to this role, where experience of carrying out simple repairs, maintenance
and decorating are required.
Further details and application form for this post are available to download from our website
www.brymoreacademy.co.uk
Please ensure you return this completed application form with your request for consideration for the post.
Closing date: Noon on Friday 27th March 2020
LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT AND KEYWORKER
Support a student with SEHM needs during boarding time
Job Ref: LSAB
22 hours per week: Monday to Thursday Evening 3.30pm-9pm, 36 weeks per year (including 6
Saturdays per year plus INSET days)
Salary: BCTC Points 3–4, Actual Salary £8,413 to £8,584 per annum
This is a temporary role linked to specific pupil funding.
Brymore Academy is seeking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant to join our experienced team of
support staff who are responsible for developing the skills and unlocking the potential of boys with
Special Educational Needs. This is a chance to work with some of the best support staff you are likely to
meet, in an exceptionally committed and caring team. The post includes being a key worker and
provides the opportunity to make a real difference to an individual who deserves every success in life.
Successful candidates will be educated to at least GCSE (or equivalent) grade C in English and maths
and will be committed to building strong relationships with others and putting the students first.
Full details and an application pack are available on the school website
www.brymoreacademy.co.uk
Closing date: Midday on Friday 27th March 2020
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and
therefore this post requires a criminal background check via the disclosure procedure
No on roll: 960
EXAMS OFFICER
Salary range: Grade 13 (£9.94 per hour)
5 days per week
Working hours = 8am-12pm (flexible time around exam periods with time off in lieu)
Term-time only (plus 2 days in August for exam results)
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Our aspiration is to be great in all that we do. Are you a great role model and team player? If so,
Preston School is the right school for you!
We are a Business & Enterprise Academy that aspires to embody our strapline of ‘Bringing Learning to
Life & Life to Learning’ for every student every day. We place a large emphasis on the development of
character and personality of our students, alongside a relentless drive for improving progress in all of
the subjects that they study.
We aim to be GREAT in everything that we do. Our student body are wonderful to work with and
visitors to the school regularly comment upon the great learning environment within the school,
personified by the excellent relationships between students and staff. We firmly believe in the core
BASICs that the students are asked to follow, and we recognise that teaching is made easier when
students are engaged with their learning - as ours are.
Preston School is looking to appoint an Exams Officer to lead our work on managing the qualifications
that our students take. This will include the preparation for GCSE and other qualifications as well as
administering the exams and leading the team of invigilators. A large aspect of the role is ensuring that
as a centre we adhere to the JCQ rules and regulations on assessments and exams.
Successful candidates will need to work as part of a team committed to achieving the best possible
outcomes for our students and be willing to support students, families and staff through the provision,
supervision and monitoring of examinations. The hours indicated are indicative and there will need to
be flexibility in working hours around the demands of internal and external exams (please see Job
Description).
Information on the school and posts can be accessed from www.prestonschool.co.uk/vacancies
The post is subject to two references along with enhanced DBS check from Criminal Record Bureau and
medical history check. If you would like to visit us prior to applying then please contact Jaclyn Surrey,
PA to the Principal, on the email below.
Please apply by downloading the application form from the school’s website and return completed with
a covering letter addressed to Gregg Morrison, Principal, to [email protected]
Closing date: 9am on Friday 20th March 2020
Stiby Road, Yeovil, Somerset, BA21 3EP
11-16 Academy, NOR 900
TEACHING ASSISTANT
32 hours per week, term time only
Grade 14, £13,527 - £14,074 actual salary, pay award pending
Required to start as soon as possible, an experienced and enthusiastic individual to work as a Teaching
Assistant within our Student Support Base. You will be calm with the ability to be firm and patient and
have excellent written, numeracy and oral communication skills. Training and support will be provided.
Westfield Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young
people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment to this post is
subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, including the barred list, as well as other
pre-appointment checks outlined in Keeping Children Safe in Education (September 2019).
For further details please visit our website, www.westfieldacademy.co.uk or contact the Head’s
PA, Mrs Lisa Jeffreys, tel: 01935 446851, email: [email protected].
The deadline for applications is Tuesday 24 March 2020 at 09:00am.
Interviews will take place on Monday 30 March 2020.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by 5:00pm on Tuesday 24 March 2020.
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EXAMINATION INVIGILATOR
(Casual contract)
Salary £8.68 per hour, plus holiday allowance
We are seeking to appoint Examination Invigilators to provide efficient and effective invigilation
supporting the work of the Examinations Department by supervising candidates in both internal and
external examinations. Full training will be given. Duties and Responsibilities include:
• To assist with setting up examination venues • To distribute and collect examination papers/scripts/materials from candidates • To ensure that the Examination Room is conducive to examination conditions • To supervise the entry and exit of candidates to and from the examination room and to ensure
that examinations begin and end on time as scheduled • To be vigilant during the examination, in order to prevent any cheating or malpractices • To deal sensitively with candidates who have special arrangements • To be familiar with and adhere to the Instructions for the Conduct of Examinations issued by the
Joint Council for Qualifications (training will be given) • To be available to work flexibly in ensuring that examination processes are completed at the end
of each examination Hours of Work
Hours required are on an “as required” basis and are flexible during the months of May, June, December
and January, between Monday and Friday from 8.30 am until 3.30 pm term time. There are occasions
when we may require you to work later than 3.30 pm (to fit the needs of examination schedules).
Closing date: Friday 20 March 2020 - 8.00 am. Interview date: Thursday 26 March 2020
To apply for this position, please complete a support staff application form, (which is available
on our website). Completed applications should be returned by post for the attention of the HR
Department or by email to [email protected]
This post requires a criminal background check via the Disclosure Procedure
PERSONAL LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT (PLSA)
Required ASAP
We require an experienced, enthusiastic and highly motivated PLSA, to support a SEN pupil on a 1:1 basis.
The successful candidate will be reliable, flexible and hardworking, with relevant teaching assistant
qualifications of Level 3 or above and experience of working with children with ASD.
This is a full time, term time only fixed term contract for this academic year, with the possibility of
extending into 2020/2021.
Salary is dependent on qualifications and experience.
All Hallows School is a highly successful co-educational, day and boarding school for 3 -13-year olds. It
is renowned for the quality of its academic teaching, superb extra-curricular programme and
outstanding pastoral care.
For a full description, job pack and application form for this exciting role, please visit our website
www.allhallowsschool.co.uk and click on the Our School tab.
Please send your completed application form to [email protected]
Prompt applications are encouraged and will be considered on receipt
The closing date for applications is Wednesday 18th March at 12:00
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Initial interviews will take place on Tuesday 24th March
All Hallows School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The post is
subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. The school will only submit an
application to the relevant disclosure service when a post has been accepted.
All Hallows School is an inclusive school where we focus on the well-being and progress of every child
and where all members of our community are of equal worth.
We believe that the Equality Act provides a framework to support our commitment to valuing diversity,
tackling discrimination, promoting equality of opportunity and fostering good relationships between
people. It also ensures that we continue to tackle issues of disadvantage and underachievement of
different groups.
Cranmore Hall, Shepton Mallet, Somerset, BA4 4SF
IAPS Co-educational 3 to 13 years, boarding and day
Registered Charity no. 310281
LEARNING & ORGANISATIONAL DEVELOPMENT OFFICER
Up to £23,836 (pay award pending with effect from 1 April 2020)
37 hours per week
This is the job for you if you are committed to learning and development, enjoy variety, are flexible and
up for some challenges!
You will contribute to the delivery of a range of learning and development activities to meet the needs
of local authorities and other public sector and not-for-profit organisations.
You will be involved in the planning, costing, delivery and evaluation of a range of learning and
development activities to meet the needs of organisations. You will possess strong communication
skills, be able to network with key customers including senior managers and work as an effective team
member. You will be good at spotting opportunities and promoting services, training and facilitation.
We are particularly looking someone to take forward our Apprenticeship End-Point Assessment work.
We are proud to have been the first organisation to receive approval to assess Regulatory Compliance
apprenticeships and we are building our offer on EPA; the postholder will have a key role in building
this area of business. You will have the ability to work independently and as part of a small team, so a
flexible approach is also required.
South West Councils is a regional public sector organisation that brings together local authorities,
police, fire & rescue services, parish and town councils, national parks and other associate organisations
in the South West.
We offer you access to the local government pension scheme, a flexi-scheme and opportunities for
professional development.
South West Councils is an Equal Opportunities employer and will not discriminate against any applicant
on grounds of disability, race, religion or belief, gender, age or sexual orientation. Applications from
people wishing to work part time or job share are welcome.
For an informal conversation about the role, please call Fay Edwards on 07786 397169. Interviews will
take place on 16 April 2020.
Further details and application forms are available on our website. Alternatively email
[email protected], telephone 01823 270101 or visit South West Councils, Dennett House,
11 Middle Street, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 1SH.
All applications must be made using the official application form; CVs will not be accepted.
The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Tuesday 31 March 2020.
