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Vacancy Bulletin (Blue Sheets) Issue No: 39 27 September 2019 You can view these vacancies, and more, online at: dasjobs.co.uk
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Vacancy Bulletin (Blue Sheets)

Issue No: 39

27 September 2019

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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Customer & Communities, Taunton

EVENTS CO-ORDINATOR

37 hours per week

Salary: £29,636 - £33,799 per annum

Fixed term contract for 18 months.

About us

We’re taking Somerset County Council on the road next year and are looking for an enthusiastic Events

Coordinator to make it happen.

We provide great services and support for the County’s 500,000+ residents and are planning an

extensive programme of public engagement events that take some of those services out into our

wonderful communities.

About the job

Working as part of the Communications Team you’ll be responsible for planning and delivering

roadshow-style events in towns and villages, working with third-party suppliers as needed.

As an events expert, you’ll be responsible for making sure we’re in the right places and engaging as

many people as possible. From the big crowd-pullers to smaller village events - we want to be there.

We need engaging materials and collateral, and a scalable event offer that delivers some of the

Council’s support, spreads the word about the wider services and gathers feedback on key issues and

questions.

About you

You’ll need excellent organisational skills, a can-do attitude and the confidence to work closely with

internal and external stakeholders as well as the public.

You’d be joining the Corporate Communications Team, making you part of a small and friendly team

which is at the heart of the Council and the great work it does.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact and if you’d like to find out more, please get in

touch. You can email Mark Ford, Service Manager – Communications Operations on

[email protected] to arrange a chat.

The post is being offered initially on an 18-month fixed term contract, though there may be scope to extend.

Apply online at www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-vacancies/job-details/?jobId=1055

Closing date: 7 October 2019 Job ref: SCC00848TC

Adults and Health, Somerset

*OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

37 hours per week

Salary: £29,636 to £33,799 per annum

About us

It is a great time to join us in Somerset!

We have changed the way we work to focus on promoting independence for everyone – so that people

can do the things that matter most to them and live the life they want to live.

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 in a better way.

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

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assistive technology solutions for supported living, influencing changes in policy and practice – the role

is varied and challenging and requires an OT with drive and passion. One of four dedicated posts across

the county our vacancy is based in our Sedgemoor office covering the coastal area of the county.

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

For both of these posts we are looking for Occupational Therapists who are not afraid to do things

differently to create support that is better for people.

You will need to be:

• A qualified Occupational Therapist who is HCPC registered

• Innovative

• Motivated and passionate

• Creative

• Forward thinking

• Able to make things happen

• Full of new ideas

• Able to work at pace

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 online at www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-vacancies/job-details/?jobId=1048

Closing date: 16 October 2019 Job ref: SCC00844KF

Adults and Health, Somerset

*SOCIAL WORKER

37 hours per week

Salary: £29,636 to £33,799 per annum

About us

It is an exciting time to join Somerset.

We have changed the way we work to focus on promoting independence for everyone – so that people

can do the things that matter most to them and live the life they want to live.

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 in a better way.

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.

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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.

Health Interface Service – working as part of the multi disciplinary team with people and families to

agree discharge plans and advise on creative solutions to help people return and remain at home. You

will work closely with community and voluntary organisations, as well as health colleagues to provide

better outcomes for people.

Safeguarding – working with people and families to investigate safeguarding issues. You will provide

support and advice to families and analyse safeguarding concerns.

As a Social Worker in Somerset you will be innovative, creative and solution focused to support people

to be independent.

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.

You will make connections in the area that you are based and you will work in partnership with local

organisations to achieve the best outcomes for local people.

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.

About you

We are looking for Social Workers who are not afraid to do things differently to create support that is

better for people.

You will need to be:

• A qualified Social Worker who is HCPC registered

• Innovative

• Motivated and passionate

• Creative

• Forward thinking

• Able to make things happen

• Full of new ideas

• Able to work at pace

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 online at www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-vacancies/job-details/?jobId=1047

Closing date: 16 October 2019 Job ref: SCC00843KF

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Children's Services, Child Placement & Resources, Curry Rivel

*TEAM LEADER

37 hours per week

Salary: £25,295 to £28,785 per annum

About us

As part of Children’s Social Care in Somerset our Residential Short Break service focuses on promoting

independence, social inclusion, choice and individual support to children and young people with

learning disabilities and complex needs.

About the job

Our Team Leaders play an important role in our homes and are responsible for leading shifts,

deputising in the Managers absence and ensuring our young people have the highest standard of care.

You will lead and develop our fantastic team of Residential Support Workers and work with colleagues

and other agencies to secure the best possible outcomes for our young people.

About you

You will have experience of working in a care setting with young people and take pride in creating a

welcoming warm environment for our residents and staff. You’ll enjoy leading a team and motivating

them to deliver the best possible care.

Feel free to get in touch if you want more information, you can contact Tammie Rose on 01458 251207

Apply online at www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-vacancies/job-details/?jobId=1056

Closing date: 7 October 2019 Job ref: SCC00850

Inclusion: Somerset, Central Education Safeguarding Team, County Hall

PENALTY AND ATTENDANCE LIAISON OFFICER

37 hours per week

Salary: £25,295 to £28,785 per annum

About us

The Education Safeguarding Service is a newly formed service bringing together education

safeguarding advisors and education safeguarding officers into a single service to support education

providers (0-25) in delivering effective safeguarding and child protection arrangements. This service will

undertake the statutory functions of the Local Authority with respect to attendance and safeguarding.

This new service will also offer advice, support and challenge around safeguarding arrangements and

practices, deliver high quality training and co-ordinate specific safeguarding activities in schools around

the themes of domestic violence, child exploitation, abuse and bullying. It will also monitor and

challenge poor attendance and persistent absence, including issuing penalty notices and other legal

proceedings. While safeguarding will be a key focus, other areas of work for the service will include

child employment, chaperone licences and child entertainment licences.

About the job

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Access & Additional Learning Needs area of Inclusion

Somerset, on a permanent basis. We are looking for a child-focused candidate to lead and develop a

small central team within the Education Safeguarding Service while undertaking a specific

administrative role relating to the monitoring of the education attendance of children looked after.

This is a varied role, dealing with a wide range of safeguarding support activities, including those

related to school attendance and absence.

About you

For the candidate to be successful in this role, they will require some experience of leading and

managing a small team in a similar or related environment. They will also be able to evidence

experience of data analysis, qualitative and quantitative reporting and partnership working. Up to date

knowledge of education and children’s services more broadly, would be an advantage.

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Feel free to get in touch if you want more information, you can contact Sam Baker on 01823 355658 or

[email protected] or Jane Weatherill on [email protected] or telephone 01823 355014.

Apply online at www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-vacancies/job-details/?jobId=1058

Closing date: 7 October 2019 Provisional Interview Date: 25 October 2019 Job ref: SCC00851AB

Finance and Performance, Insurance, Taunton

INSURANCE OFFICER (CLAIMS)

37 hours per week

Salary: £25,295 – £28,785 per annum

Fixed term contract until 1 November 2020 to cover maternity leave

About us

We are looking for an enthusiastic, experienced Senior Insurance Claims Handler to fill this role within

our Insurance section, to lead and support the Service Manager – Insurance with the management of

the County Council’s insurance claims programme.

About the job

You will require the ability to communicate with and support the departments within the Council by

meeting with them to discuss claims history and current issues, supplying data to them for relevant

reports. You will also have a strong knowledge of operational risk management and other Insurance

matters.

About you

You should have experience across a range of insurance and operational risk management, preferably

in a public sector environment. The role would include:

• Management, reporting, monitoring and making key decisions for insurance claims within

authority limits.

• Creating and updating procedures and guides to ensure the provision of an economical and

efficient insurance service to limit risks to the organisation.

• Working with our insurance brokers, legal staff and insurers.

• Financial management skills and the ability to introduce change.

• Managing members of the team and monitoring their caseloads.

For more information or an informal discussion about this post please contact Heather Hall, Service

Manager on 01823 359865.

Apply online at www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-vacancies/job-details/?jobId=1052

Closing date:3 October 2019 Job ref: SCC00845AMB

SEND Professional Services, Autism and Communication, Frome

*SPECIALIST AUTISM SUPPORT TUTOR X3

37 hours per week – Term Time Only (39 weeks)

Salary: £18,652 and £21,425 per annum

About us

Park Road Support Centre is an off-site base linked with a local school. It has 12 places for students

aged 11 – 16 who are able to access a mainstream curriculum, but not a mainstream school site due to

their complex autism. The Centre is currently being renovated and redeveloped as part of Somerset

County Council’s commitment to supporting children and young people be the best that they can be.

About the job

We are seeking to appoint three motivated Specialist Autism Support Tutors with successful experience

of supporting children and young people with autism. You will have experience of working with

students with special educational needs and disabilities and a commitment to ensuring students in Park

Road Support Centre achieve good educational and personal outcomes. You will be expected to work

closely with other agencies and form good relationships with parents/carers. You will work under the

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direction of the teachers although you will also be responsible for lesson planning and ensuring the

curriculum is differentiated to meet the students needs, Somerset County Council values The Autism

Education Trust (AET) training and approaches, where autism is seen as a difference and not a disability.

All staff are provided with AET training, Team Teach training and other training appropriate to the

individual needs of students.

About you

We are looking for Specialist Autism Support Tutors who:

• Will value the views of students and their families

• Are caring and nurturing with a good sense of humour

• Will work as part of the team of to ensure inclusive education for students in the Autism Base

• Willing to take responsibility for activities both in the base and off-site

• Have the ability to support the highest standard of teaching and learning for students with

complex autism

• Are resilient and have a reflective approach, where developing practice through training and

collaboration is valued

• Are excellent communicators with an open and approachable manner

• Have English and maths GCSE to grade 4 (or equivalent) and above and preferably other

qualifications such as A levels, degree etc.

For an informal discussion and to arrange a visit to the centre, please contact Jane Smalley on 01373 472417.

Apply online at www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-vacancies/job-details/?jobId=1049

Closing date: 02 October 2019 Interview Date: Provisionally 10 October 2019 Job ref: SCC00847AB

Commercial and Business Services

Support Services for Education – Somerset Centre for Integrated Learning (SCIL), Ilminster

ADMINISTRATIVE APPRENTICE

37 hours per week

Salary: National Minimum Wage

Apprenticeship for 12 months

About us

Support Services for Education (SSE) are looking for an apprentice to provide support across Somerset

Centre for Integrated Learning (SCIL). This is an excellent career opportunity, enabling you to work

within a busy and hardworking service whilst completing a detailed and in-depth qualification.

This apprentice vacancy is within the Somerset Centre for Integrated Learning in Support Services for

Education. It is a small but busy team dealing with all aspects of administration for courses and

qualifications available to anyone volunteering or working for the children and young peoples

workforce.

About the job

You would be:

• Dealing with incoming telephone enquiries and assisting customers with queries to ensure high

quality customer service is provided at all times.

• Monitoring the team mailboxes, dealing with queries or passing them on to appropriate

colleagues.

• Assisting the team with the day to day processes of their work, ensuring deadlines are met and

high-quality work is produced.

• Working with colleagues from other services within SSE to gain information needed and to

enable a well-rounded service to be provided.

• Updating and maintaining a variety of records and filing systems in order to support the work of

the team.

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About you

Desired Skills

• Good levels of literacy and numeracy

• Experience of using Microsoft Office programmes

• Professionalism

Desired Personal Qualities

• Good communication skills

• A motivated and co-do attitude with a desire to learn

• Team player

• Desired Qualifications

• GCSE A* - C qualifications in English and Maths (or equivalent).

SSE are committed to ensuring our apprentices gain a wide experience of the organisation as a whole.

We are also focused on providing high quality apprenticeships so offer career progression meetings

with Senior Managers within SSE and the opportunity to work shadow a variety of SSE staff. Towards

the end of your apprenticeship you will be supported and encouraged to apply for permanent positions

within the organisation.

For an informal discussion on the role, please contact Stephanie Dingle, Project Manager, on 03001237365.

Apply online at www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-vacancies/job-details/?jobId=1059

Closing date: 8 October 2019 Job ref: SCC00852AB

Holway Park School, Shakespeare Avenue, Taunton, Somerset TA1 2JA

01823252126

PERMANENT OFFICE MANAGER

Start Date Monday 4th November 2019

Monday- Friday - 8.00am- 4.30pm (1 hour for lunch)

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. We are seeking an energetic enthusiastic and dynamic

person with the skills and experience to provide a diverse range of secretarial and administrative duties,

including line management of two admin staff and PA work for the Senior Leadership Team.

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 and has a culture of vigilance to

support this. Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory reference checks and a disclosure

check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Closing Date: Friday 4th October 2019 Interview Wednesday 9th October 2019

Applicants must complete a SCC Application Form- CVs WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

Please submit application forms to [email protected]

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St John’s Church of England (VA) First School, Christchurch Street East, Frome BA11 1QG

Headteacher: Claire Marsland Tel: 01373 462251

Email: [email protected] Website: www.stjohnsfrome.co.uk

Experienced HIGHER LEVEL TEACHING ASSISTANT - required ASAP

Grade 12 (£21,589 - £24,799 pro rata). Initially 12.5 Hours per week, Monday to Friday 1.00pm –

3.30pm, to include planning time each week. Term time only. This post is fixed term until 31

August 2019.

The post holder will cover teacher PPA time across the school.

The successful candidate will have:

• HLTA status or equivalent

• Excellent classroom management

• Knowledge of the National Curriculum and the EYFS Curriculum

• Specific expertise or interest in at least one curriculum area

• Good organisational skills with strengths in planning a sequence of lessons

• A willingness to engage with professional development opportunities

• Good evidence of working well in a team

To apply please visit the school website for further details.

Visits to the school are welcome. Please contact the school office to make an appointment.

Closing date: Wednesday 2 October 2019 at 5pm Interviews: Friday 11 October 2019

St John’s CEVA First School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and

young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Prior to employment an

enhanced DBS disclosure will be sought together with other relevant employment checks.

Nether Stowey C. of E. Primary School, Mill Close, Nether Stowey, Somerset TA5 1NX

Head teacher: Mrs. C Holt Age range 4-11, NOR:179

Tel: 01278 732508. Fax: 01278 733860. [email protected]

1:1 LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT URGENTLY REQUIRED

(31.25 hours p/w) 3:30pm finish

Until 31st August 2020 initially. Post is dependent on on-going need to the child.

Grade 15/14 point 4 £9.55 per hour term time only pro rota

Nether Stowey CE VC Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of

children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

A Learning Support Assistant is required to start immediately, or as soon as possible.

We are looking for a professional who has experience supporting pupils’ learning in the classroom.

There will be a high level of 1:1 support within this role including intimate care. The successful

candidate will need to have firm professional boundaries, high resilience and show initiative, good

communication skills, energy and creativity. They will need to be a team player and have excellent

rapport with children. Previous experience is essential.

You would be joining a hard-working, dedicated staff that is keen to welcome the successful candidate

to the team. We strongly encourage you to visit the site if possible, before you apply. Please ring the

school to arrange this with the Head teacher

Please read the person spec carefully before applying for this position.

Apply online at http://dasjobs.co.uk/job/11-learning-support-assistant-11/ or please contact the

school for an SCC application form and submit names and addresses of two recent, professional

referees. We apologise, but due to the short time before this closing date, we will only contact

successful candidates.

Closing date: Monday 30 September 2019

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Lydeard St Lawrence Primary School, Lydeard St Lawrence, Taunton, Somerset TA4 3SF

TEACHING ASSISTANT (1:1 AND GENERAL)

Grade 15 £18,065-£18,246 pro rata (£9.36-£9.55/hr)

Monday to Friday 30.5 hours per week

38 weeks per year (term time only)

Lydeard St Lawrence Primary School is looking to appoint a teaching assistant to start Monday 4th

November 2019. This can be flexible for the right candidate.

We are seeking someone who is able to inspire and engage children in their learning, working 1:1 with

pupils with SEND and supporting teaching staff with whole class learning. The successful candidate will

be somebody who is eager to be part of a hard-working and committed team, in a Good school, where

the social and emotional needs of the children come first.

Lydeard St Lawrence CP School is a small rural primary school, that promotes the highest standards for

all of our children, widening their horizons and raising their aspirations through a holistic approach. Our

children are hard-working, polite, embrace learning and enjoy attending our school.

There is the potential for flexibility regarding hours and/or job share in this role. Start and finish time

could be tailored for the right candidate. Please call the school to discuss this if you would like more

information.

Apply online at http://dasjobs.co.uk/job/teaching-assistant-11-and-general/

Closing date: Friday 11th of October at midday. Interview date: Friday 18th of October.

We are committed to providing excellent opportunities for CPD.

This role requires a criminal background check via DBS

Christ Church CofE first School, Feltham Lane, Frome, Somerset BA11 5AJ

Telephone: 01373 463781 Email: [email protected]

EXPERIENCED TEACHING ASSISTANT

Working 27 hours and 30 minutes per week 8.45 – 15.15 Term Time Only (38 weeks) – Initially

Fixed Term until April 2020

Grade 15 Points 3-4 (£9.36 - £9.55 hourly)

Required As soon as possible

We are looking to appoint an experienced teaching assistant to work within a Key Stage 1 class. The

successful applicant will carry out a variety of tasks to help children make extra progress in their

learning across different subject areas. You will sometimes work with groups, or individuals as

withdrawal interventions. We are looking for a kind, caring, enthusiastic member of staff who

understands children and how they learn, and who can work successfully as part of a team, showing

both initiative and the ability to follow direction.

Application by letter and completion of a Somerset County Council application form, which can

be obtained from the school website, www.christchurchschoolfrome.org.uk where you will also

find the Person Specification and Job Description. Visits to the school are welcomed.

Closing date for applications: Friday 4th October 2019 @ midday

Interviews: w/b Monday 14th October 2019

Rockwell Green C of E Primary School, Brooklands Road, Rockwell Green, Wellington TA21 9DJ

Tel: 01823 662317 e-mail: [email protected]

Website: www.rockwellgreenprimary.co.uk Headteacher: Mr Michael Berrisford

TEACHING ASSISTANT

22.5 Hrs per week – term time only. Temporary until April 2020

Monday – Friday 8.30am – 1.00pm

Salary: Grade 15 Pt 3-4. £18,065-£18,426 pa pro rata.

Applications via email to [email protected]

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We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and innovative Teaching Assistant. This position would be

suitable for those interested in gaining experience prior to embarking on a career in teaching or for

those with relevant experience in either Early Years/ KS1 or KS2. Maths and English GCSEs (Grade A to C

or equivalent) are essential for this post.

The successful candidate will be joining a friendly and experienced team of staff at a very exciting time

for the school. Visits to the school are welcomed by appointment.

A full job description and application form are available from Julie Abbott.

Shortlisting: Friday 11th October 2019 Interview date: Thursday 17th October 2019

Rockwell Green C of E Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of

young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an

enhanced DBS check and all relevant pre-employment checks.

Merriott and Haselbury Plucknett First Schools Federation

EXPERIENCED TEACHING ASSISTANT

Working 20 hours per week Term Time Only (38 weeks) – initially fixed term until August 2020

Grade 15 Points 3-4 (£9.36 – £9.55 hourly), depending on experience

Required as soon as possible

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic teaching assistant to join our welcoming team at Merriott

and Haselbury Plucknett First Schools Federation. We are looking for someone with experience working

with Early Years or KS1 aged children with special educational needs or a willingness to learn. The

successful applicant will work 1-1 with a child to help them make progress in their learning across

different subject areas. You will sometimes work with groups, or individuals for interventions. We are

looking for a kind, caring, positive member of staff who can work successfully as part of a team,

showing both initiative and the ability to follow direction.

Application by letter and completion of a Somerset County Council application form, FAO

Executive Headteacher, email: [email protected]

Visits to the school are welcomed.

Closing date for applications: Friday 7th October 2019 @ Midday

MIDDAY SUPERVISOR

5 hours per week (Monday –Friday) 38 weeks per year

Salary: GRADE 16 Point 2 (£9.18 hourly)

Required as soon as possible

The School is looking for friendly, energetic and enthusiastic individuals to join our lunchtime

supervisory team to start as soon as possible. You will work from 12.15pm to 1.15pm, 5 days a week in

Haselbury Plucknett 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 but not a requirement.

Haselbury Plucknett 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.

Application by letter and completion of a Somerset County Council application form, FAO

Executive Headteacher email: [email protected]

Visits to the school are welcomed

Closing date for applications: Monday 7th October 2019 @ Midday

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Berrow Church of England Primary School

Achieving together through inspiration and respect

Rugosa Drive, Berrow, Burnham on Sea, Somerset TA8 2LJ

www.berrowprimaryschool.co.uk

Tel: PreSchool 01278 780551 Email: [email protected]

EARLY YEARS PRACTITIONER for PreSchool setting

Required: November 2019 to July 2020 initially

16 hours per week, term time only: Mon 9-1pm, Tues 9-1pm, Thurs 8.45-5.45pm

(1 hour for lunch). Additional hours will be required to cover sickness/absence.

Salary: Grade 15 - Hourly rate £9.36.

We are seeking to appoint an experienced Early Years Practitioner with good knowledge of the Early

Years Foundation Stage, to assist with providing high quality care and education for a key group of

children aged 3 and 4 years old.

We are looking for a friendly, caring and creative individual with great communication skills who is able

to work well within a small team and use their own initiative. The successful candidate will contribute to

the learning and development of children in a safe, stimulating and fun environment.

This person will hold a Level 2 or 3 in Early Years. Experience in an early years setting is required and

preferably to have knowledge of the online journal Tapesty. It is desirable that the individual has

completed training in safeguarding and food safety/hygiene.

Please email or telephone the preschool for more information and to visit the setting.

Application forms are available to download from the school website along with the job

description. Completed application forms should be returned with a covering letter to the

Preschool Manager Emma Allen at the above address.

Closing date: Friday 4th October 2019 Interview date: Thursday 10th October 2019

The school is committed to equal opportunities and safer recruitment practice. Pre employment checks

will be undertaken before any post is confirmed.

Three Saints Federation

Shepton Beauchamp Primary School & St Mary & St Peter’s Primary School

Building Communities – Building Caring Lives – Building Learning for Life

BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL SUPERVISOR

SPS Grade 15 - £9.55 per hour

CASUAL CONTRACT – up to 13 hours per week

Starting ASAP

Term time only 7.45-8.45am and 3.00-4.30pm Monday to Thursday/Friday

We are looking for a fun, energetic and creative person who enjoys engaging with children whilst

fostering independence to join our School Community at Shepton Beauchamp Primary. We need

someone who can create friendly family-feel at the beginning and end of a busy school day for the

children aged 4 to 11. There will also be a requirement to prepare the school meal area for the next day.

You will mainly spend time with children from the ages of 4 to 11 supervising quiet play in the

mornings and after school, assisting Sports Clubs and quiet play sessions at Shepton Beauchamp

Primary. You will be required to undertake First Aid, Safeguarding and other training as required.

Visits to the school are encouraged. Please contact Sarah Wright [email protected]

We offer:

• A thriving before and after school clubs that are part of our happy, positive school at Shepton

Beauchamp Primary

• A dedicated team who support all the children to behave well, achieve and be happy

• A term-time only position from 7.45-8.45am and 3.00-4.30pm

• Salary dependant on qualifications and experience (wages paid over 12 months)

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• This job could be combined with a Teaching Assistant role within our Federation and may be

considered as part of a job-share arrangement.

TEACHING ASSISTANT

SPS Grade 15 - £9.55 per hour

FIXED TERM CONTRACT 5.25 hours per week

Starting ASAP

Term time only Fridays 9.00am-12.00pm and 1.00-3.15pm

We are looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant who can assist a range of children in the classroom and

also outside of the classroom during Environmental Education/Forest School throughout the Early

Years, KS1 and KS2. We are seeking a fun, energetic and creative person who enjoys engaging with

children whilst fostering independence to join our School Community at St Mary & St Peter’s Primary.

You will support high quality provision in a creative, child led environment thus enabling each

individual to feel safe in exploring and extending their own learning. We wish to appoint a dedicated

team player with the skills to multi-task and be adaptable.

You will be required to undertake Safeguarding and other training as required.

Visits to the school are encouraged. Please contact Sarah Wright [email protected]

We offer:

• A happy, positive school with committed and experienced staff at St Mary & St Peter’s Primary

• A dedicated team who support all the children to behave well, achieve and be happy

• A term-time only position one day per week (Friday) with the optional opportunity to cover staff

absence as required

• Salary dependant on qualifications and experience (wages paid over 12 months)

• This job could be combined with the Before and After School Supervisor role within our

Federation

The Three Saints Federation is fully committed to a process of safer recruitment in order to safeguard

the children in our care. Visits to the school are always welcome. Full Job description and person

specifications for either of the above are available to download from the school website or

please contact 01460 52574 or 240793

Please send your Application Form together with covering letter to Mr Ian Rumbelow,

Headteacher at [email protected].

Closing Date Wednesday 9th October 2019 Interviews Week beginning 14th October 2019

Ilchester Community Primary School, Somerton Road, Ilchester BA22 8JL

Early Years Department

Tel: 01935 840568/840328 [email protected] www.ilchestercommunityprimary.com

To respond to an increase in demand for places, we are looking to make the following appointment:

PRE-SCHOOL ASSISTANT

Grade 16 Point 2 - £9.18 per hour

Basic: 15 hours a week. With the opportunity for additional hours as required

This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of the development of our setting as we build on the

achievements of the last two years. You will be well supported by our recently appointed Pre-school

leadership team

As a school we seek to make learning both relevant and exciting, developing in children skills for life and a

passion for learning. If you share these values, enjoy working as a member of a team, have a professional

attitude and are willing to work hard towards the school aims, we would like to hear from you.

Information about our school and an application form can be downloaded from the school

website: www.ilchestercommunityprimary.com (look under staff vacancies). Please apply using

the application form and include the names, addresses and e-mail addresses of two referees.

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Please apply in writing to: Mrs Louise King: Early Years Leader

Closing Date: Monday 7th October 9am Interviews: Friday 11th October

Visits to the pre-school are always welcomed.

Ilchester Community Primary School is committed to the safeguarding of all children. Thorough

background and criminal record checks will be conducted.

Somerset Bridge Primary School, Stockmoor Drive, Bridgwater TA6 6AH

TEL: 01278 422100 E-mail: [email protected]

Website: www.somersetbridge.co.uk

CLEANER 10hrs - 4.00–6.00pm Mon-Fri - term-time plus 6 weeks (44 weeks in total.)

Salary: Grade 16, £17,711 (£9.18 per hour) Required as soon as possible, a reliable, conscientious and enthusiastic Cleaner to join the cleaning

team in our friendly, caring school & nursery.

You must be able to work quickly and efficiently and to a high standard of cleanliness. You will be

required to use cleaning chemicals to clean a variety of areas such as toilets, communal areas,

classrooms, offices and sports hall. We are looking for a committed and dedicated person who can

work well within the team to maintain the cleanliness of the school and nursery.

Further details and an application form are available on the school’s www.somersetbridge.co.uk

Somerset Bridge Primary school is committed to safeguarding and promotes the welfare of all its

children and expects all staff to share this commitment. All candidates will need to satisfy the

requirements of an enhanced DBS check. Visits to the school are very welcome. For an informal discussion or to arrange a visit please contact the

school on 01278 422100.

Closing date for applications: noon Friday 4th October 2019

Interviews: week commencing 7th October 2019

Heathfield Community School, School Road, Monkton Heathfield, Taunton, Somerset TA2 8PD

Telephone: (01823) 412396 Fax: (01823) 413119 email: [email protected]

www.heathfieldcommunityschool.com Age range: 11-19, NOR: 1327

COVER SUPERVISOR

Salary Grade 12, Point 12 (Actual salary: £13,720)

We are looking for a full-time permanent member of staff, 27½ hours per week (term time + 3 days).

Heathfield is an oversubscribed, mixed 11-19 community comprehensive school which prides itself on

providing an excellent education within a happy and supportive environment. We have been identified

by Ofsted as an Outstanding School in all areas.

“The successes of this outstanding school are founded upon a school-wide focus on nurturing and

enhancing the learning, achievements and well-being of every individual student.” - Ofsted 2015

We are in need of an enthusiastic Cover Supervisor who will:

• Have some knowledge/experience of working in a secondary school classroom environment.

• Supervise a class of students ensuring the completion of work set by the class teacher.

• Will be an excellent team player.

• Will have a resilient nature and a genuine passion to support student’s learning and

development, to engage and motivate and have a resourceful approach.

• Will consistently follow the school policies and hold a presence in the classroom in order to

successfully manage student’s behaviour.

• Has an awareness of all relevant health and safety issues.

This post may also be of interest and provide valuable experience either for Graduates who are thinking

of a teaching career and for Graduates who have recently qualified.

The post is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS and 2 references.

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For further information please contact Anne Treeby or download an application form and further

details from our school website.

Closing date: Monday 30 September 2019 at 12 noon

Chilton Trinity, Chilton Street, Bridgwater, Somerset TA6 3JA

Tel: 01278 425222 Fax: 01278 720066 [email protected] www.chilton-trinity.co.uk

EXAM INVIGILATORS (CASUAL/VARIABLE HOURS)

Required to start as soon as possible

Hourly Pay - £10.29 (including holiday entitlement) Grade 16 pt 7

We are looking to recruit additional Exam Invigilators to help supervise public and internal school

examinations. Experience of managing young people would be an advantage but is not essential.

The main examination periods are in November, January, March, May and June. The hours and days will

vary according to need.

Training will be provided.

More information and an application form can be found on our website:

www.chilton-trinity.co.uk

All applications including application form and covering letter should be submitted as soon as possible.

The deadline for applications is Thursday 10 October 2019 at 9.00am.

Completed applications should be emailed to [email protected]

Interview Date: Tuesday 15 October 2019

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We

expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS.

Please note we will not consider applications made through an agency.

PARENT AND FAMILY SUPPORT ADVISER (PFSA)

Working for the

• Huish Community Learning Partnership Schools

• PFSA Salary: Grade 12 Point 12-19 (£21,589 - £24,799 per annum pro rata)

• Closing date: 9am on Tuesday, 1st October 2019

One post available. Fixed Term until 31/08/2020 in the first instance, pending restructuring.

37 hours a week, term-time only.

To commence: As soon as possible

The Huish Community Learning Partnership is a collaborative partnership of Huish Episcopi Academy

and its 12 feeder primary schools. This is an exciting, challenging and rewarding opportunity to work

with parents and families, support children and young people’s wellbeing and achievements in our

schools, and be a part of multi-agency working. Based in all 12 primary schools, the role is to work

directly with children and young people, their parents/carers, and external agencies to ensure all

students have full access to educational opportunities and are able to overcome barriers to learning

and participation.

We need a person who:

• Is an experienced & reflective practitioner with backgrounds from either education, early help, social

care or the voluntary sector.

• Has an ability to motivate children, young people and their parents/carers in order to improve self-

esteem, resilience and aspiration.

• Has a commitment to transforming the lives of young people and their families to overcome the

social, cultural and economic barriers to learning.

• Is able to work as part of a team and as part of a multi-agency response but also able to use

initiative during periods of lone working.

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• Has the ability to be creative and innovative in supporting young people and their families, often in

challenging circumstances.

As a Parent and Family Support Adviser, you will advise and support parents ensuring their children

attend school regularly and gain maximum benefits from education. You will also develop and provide

knowledge of family services available in the local community and signpost to available support.

You should be a person who is able to:

• Develop good rapport and positive working relationships with both children and a wide range of adults.

• Achieve positive outcomes through effective communication and influencing skills.

• Empower others.

• Problem solve, use your initiative and work autonomously.

This post requires a criminal background check via the disclosure procedure (DBS) and a valid driving

licence.

The Huish Community Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of

children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Apply online at http://dasjobs.co.uk/job/parent-and-family-support-adviser-pfsa-3/

Please email completed application form to Lisa Watts, The Huish Community Learning

Partnership Administrator. Email: [email protected]

Closing date: 9am on Tuesday, 1st October 2019 Interview date: Week commencing 7th October 2019

Taunton Deane Partnership College (TDPC) is one of four Pupil Referral Units commissioned by

Somerset County Council and Somerset schools. We provide services through a number of centres for

students who have a range of social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. All students are

referred through their mainstream schools in the Taunton Deane and West Somerset area.

We wish to make the following appointment to work with our staff and students at Northfields

Education Centre, Taunton, where staff work with KS4 students who are unable to attend school for

medical reasons. Some work may also be required at our other centres in Taunton and Blagdon Hill.

ADMIN ASSISTANT (permanent, 25 hours a week, term time only)

Start date: As soon as possible

Salary: Grade 14 (£10,569 - £10,997)

We are looking for a candidate who:

• Has experience in school administration

• Has excellent office administration skills and basic finance knowledge

• Is interested in young people who are experiencing difficulties in their lives and learning

• Is resilient, has excellent interpersonal skills and works well in a small team

• Has a flexible attitude to their work and the ability to deal with changing priorities

• Has excellent oral and communication skills

Prospective candidates are welcome to visit the centre by prior arrangement.

TDPC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; successful candidates will

be required to demonstrate a high awareness of these areas and undergo an enhanced DBS check.

If you would like an informal discussion on the post once you have received a copy of the job

description, please contact Mary Rousseau on 01823 349844.

Apply online at http://dasjobs.co.uk/job/admin-assistant-7/

Please email your completed application form to [email protected]. CVs must be

accompanied by a completed application form.

Closing date: Midday, Thursday 10th October Interviews: Week beginning 21st October

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Fosse Way School, Longfellow Road, Radstock, Bath BA3 3AL

01761 412198 www.fossewayschool.co.uk email: [email protected]

FEMALE RESIDENTIAL EDUCATION OFFICER (REO)

Grade 5 £21,166 - £22,911

Actual Salary £14,517.55

Term Time only, plus 5 inset days

Permanent

A flexible and energetic person is required to join an established and successful team of residential

staff, responsible for the care and organisation of activities for secondary age autistic young people.

We particularly require a female applicant who have experience of working in secondary or post 16 in

order to provide consistency and continuity for the existing students.

The residential provision operates outside school hours, four evenings a week during term time.

The hours will be:

Monday 3pm – 10.30pm plus sleep in

Tuesday 7am – 8.40 am and 3pm – 10.15pm

Wednesday 3pm – 10.15pm

Thursday 3pm – 9pm

The Bath and Mendip Partnership Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of

children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is

subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Please email all application forms to [email protected]. Please note, we are

unable to accept CVs. A full application pack can be found at

www.thepartnershiptrust.com/vacancies

Closing Date: 04/10/2019 @ midday Interview Date: tbc

PART OF THE BATH AND MENDIP PARTNERSHIP TRUST

St James Church School, Cranmer Road, Taunton, Somerset TA1 1XU

01823 272553 [email protected]

FOREST SCHOOL LEADER

Permanent

Pay Grade: Band 13 (£19,171 to £21,166)

Hours: 30 per week

Actual pay £12,858 to £14,196

An exciting opportunity has opened up for a Forest School Leader at St James Church School on a

permanent contract. This role includes whole class Forest School sessions, Forest School interventions

across the school, and after school clubs. This is a school full of children that enjoy learning. We are

looking for a candidate with a passion and love for education, is resilient, and who will offer children a

high quality and professional education.

In return we are able to offer the successful candidate:

• A friendly and pleasant working environment.

• Private parking for staff

• Working as part of a welcoming, friendly, and dedicated staff team

• Supportive Leadership Team and Local Governing Board

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We have a strong communal ethos, assisting each other to ensure that all stakeholders enjoy their time

in the school. We understand the difficulties that come with teaching, and strive to alleviate them. We

look for someone who is willing to work with us and add to our improving school.

This vacancy is perfect for a candidate looking for a school that is nurturing and friendly. If you are that

candidate, we warmly welcome you to visit the school. Please contact the School Office on 01823

272553 to arrange a visit.

An application form and Information Pack can be downloaded from the school website

www.stjamessch.co.uk or the BWMAT website www.bathwellsmat.org

As part of the wider BWMAT you will benefit from the support of a professional and experienced central team

and also a network of colleagues in similar role across other schools. The BWMAT offers excellent CPD and

staff benefits for its employees. Please visit the ‘working for us’ tab on the BWMAT website for more details.

Closing date for applications: Monday 7th October 2019

Application forms should be sent to the school office by post or email to the School Business

Manager Gavin Duenas – [email protected]

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to

share this commitment. All posts are subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.

Interview date: Monday 14th October 2019

This role will commence: Monday 4th November 2019 subject to notice period

Preston Primary Academy Trust, The Toose, Yeovil BA21 3SN

Tel: 01935 474538 Email: [email protected]

CLERK TO GOVERNORS

Required as soon as possible

Salary: £10.97 - £11.19 per hour depending on experience

The Trust is looking for an efficient administrator to take on the role of Clerk to Governors at Preston C

of E Primary School and Kingfisher Primary School, working in partnership with the Chairs, Governors,

Head Teachers and Trust Business Manager.

Duties of the role will include attending Local Governing Body meetings, taking minutes and providing

typed copies in a timely fashion as well as ensuring governance compliance.

The post will involve clerking approximately one evening meeting per term, per school (a total of 6 over

the year for both schools). There may be the opportunity to clerk additional meetings at other schools

within the Trust if the need arises. Hours of work outside of the meetings, to prepare for meetings and

to type up minutes, may be worked flexibly either in school or at home. This is an important role for the

Trust, as it is part of the support team aiming to achieve excellence in governance across the Trust.

You will need to be self-motivated and well organised with good IT skills and the ability to plan and

prioritise your workload. You will also need to be comfortable chasing busy people to ensure deadlines

are met and confident in taking the initiative to find relevant information on behalf of the Governing

Body. It is essential that you can work with diplomacy, sensitivity and absolute confidentiality at all

times. Previous experience is preferable but not essential as training and support will be provided.

PPAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and expects all staff to

share this commitment. The successful applicants will require an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service

check, medical clearance and references.

Please apply in writing by completing the application form available from the trust website

www.prestonprimaryacademytrust.co.uk

Closing Date for Applications: Monday 7th October 2019 at 9.00 am

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SCHOOL OFFICE FINANCE/ADMINISTRATION OFFICER

Required as soon as possible

This position will be based at Kingfisher Primary School, Yeovil

Full time, 35 hours per week Monday to Friday

Grade 13 Pt 6-11(depending on experience)

Salary is paid on a pro-rata basis term time only + 5 training days and 1 week in the summer holidays

Preston Primary Academy Trust has an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Finance/Administration

Officer to support the headteacher, trust business manager and senior leadership team in their duty to

ensure that the school meets its education aims.

As a key member, you will be working within a busy school environment, managing the office team and

assisting in the management of the administration, human resources, and finances to ensure the

smooth running of the school. You will be expected to use analytical skills, initiative and experience to

deal with problems as they arise.

The successful applicant will need excellent communication and interpersonal skills with experience of a

general office environment and an aptitude for ICT. Integrity and confidentiality are essential.

Candidates should have a good basic education with 5 A-C GCSE’s. Desirable but not essential is a

knowledge and experience of using FMS and SIMS.

PPAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and expects all staff to

share this commitment. The successful applicants will require an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring

Service check, medical and references.

Please apply in writing by completing the application form available from the trust website

www.prestonprimaryacademytrust.co.uk

Closing date: Friday 11th October 2019 at 9.00 am Interviews: week commencing 21st October 2019

LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT

Salary: Grade 15 or 14 dependent on experience (£18,065 - £19,171 based on 37hrs per week)

This is a fixed term contract, working term time only

(8.50am – 3.15pm) Monday- Friday (26.25hrs per week)

We wish to appoint, from November 4th 2019, a Learning Support Assistant to work in Key Stage 2.

The post will involve supporting a class with high levels of Speical Education Needs and supporting the

1:1 provision for a pupil with complex social, emotional and mental health needs. It is a 5 day a week

post which will be a fixed term contract for 1 year in the first instance.

We are a vibrant, supportive, happy and thriving community school with high expectations and a strong

values driven ethos.

We are seeking to appoint a candidate who will:

• have the resilience and desire to support children with complex learning needs

• be a team player with a positive attitude and a sense of humour

• be a reflective person, who shows initiative and leadership to support our children to achieve

their full potential

• have experience supporting pupils with emotional and social difficulties

• firmly believe that every child can be successful in learning

• have a good level of English, Mathematics (GCSE grade C or equivalent). Other qualifications,

such as a NVQ Level 3, would be an advantage.

• promote the inclusion of all pupils ensuring they have equal access to opportunities to learn

and develop

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Please contact the Office on 01823 338138, visit our website, or email

[email protected] for an application pack.

Blackbrook Community Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of

children and all staff/volunteers must share this commitment. All appointments are subject to the

necessary DBS and pre-employment checks. No CVs accepted. Blackbrook Community Primary School

is an Academy which is part of The Oak Partnership Trust.

Closing date: Friday 4th October 2019 Interviews: Monday 14th October 2019

Bishops Lydeard Church School, Mount Street, Bishops Lydeard TA4 3AN

01823 432582 [email protected] NOR: 166, Age range: 4-11

A Bath and Wells Multi Academy Trust School

SCHOOL CLEANER

15 hours per week, Monday – Friday Term time plus 4 weeks

Grade 17 - Pay £17,364 pro rata

Bishops Lydeard Church School and 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.

We have an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly improving school at the heart of a thriving local

village community. We are looking to appoint a school cleaner to undertake general cleaning duties to

provide a clean, hygienic and safe environment to teaching and other school activities.

We seek to recruit dedicated and talented staff, highly committed to making a difference.

We can offer:

• Welcoming children with eager minds

• Dedicated professionals who readily support each other (and all children)

• A strong Christian ethos

• A commitment to your professional development

• Parents who are supportive of their children’s needs

This post will commence as soon as possible.

Benefits of working for the Bath & Wells MAT include; a generous pension scheme, enhanced sickness

and parental benefits and a supportive working environment.

Apply online at http://dasjobs.co.uk/job/school-cleaner-30/ To apply please send completed

application forms to Tracey Fillingham at [email protected]

For informal enquires please contact the school office.

Closing date: Friday 11th October 2019 Interview date: to be confirmed

Stiby Road, Yeovil, Somerset, BA21 3EP

11-16 Academy, NOR 900

MUSIC AND DRAMA TECHNICIAN

20 hours per week, 39 weeks of the year

Grade 14 £8454 - £8796 actual salary

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We wish to appoint a creative and organised individual to act as a technician to our outstanding Music

and Drama departments. You will be technically minded with experience of using lighting and sound

systems. You will need to relate well to young people. You will need to be flexible with hours - to fit the

needs of the curriculum and be available for the occasional evening work to cover performances.

To request an application pack for the above post, please contact the Headteacher’s PA, Mrs Lisa

Jeffreys, on 01935 446851 or via email at [email protected]. Alternatively,

you can download one from the school website www.westfieldacademy.co.uk

Closing date: Wednesday 2 October 2019

Applications should be posted to the above address or emailed to Mrs L Jeffreys and marked for the

attention of Mr M Payne, Assistant Principal (Business).

No on roll: 970

AUTISM SUPPORT CENTRE ADMINISTRATOR

Required from: ASAP

‘The Preston Centre’ is our onsite base for students with an EHCP for autism

Part-time 20 hrs /week 39 weeks a year Grade 15

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.

We are seeking to appoint a motivated and organised administrator who will support the running of

the school’s on-site Autism resource base. The post-holder will support the Base Leader and team of

support staff by ensuring the admin side of running the base effectively. You will have a commitment to

ensuring pupils in The Preston Centre feel welcome and comfortable in the base whilst supporting the

organisation of running the base through scheduling meetings, preparing documents for meetings and

other administrative tasks.

The Preston Centre is currently managed by Somerset Council but there are plans to transfer this to

Preston School imminently. Employment will be undertaken by Preston School from 1st November 2019,

under the proviso that the school takes on the running of the base, which it fully intends to do and is

currently in the process of doing.

Information on the school and post can be accessed from www.prestonschool.co.uk/vacancies.

This post is subject to two references along with enhanced DBS check from Criminal Record Bureau and

medical history check.

Closing date: Tuesday 1st October 2019

HOUSING OPTIONS OFFICER / TRAINEE HOUSING OPTIONS OFFICER

Housing Options Officer salary up to £27,684

Trainee salary up to £21,996

Full-time (37 hours per week), Permanent

We are looking to recruit a Housing Options Officer or a Trainee Housing Options Officer to help us

deliver homelessness and housing advice services to customers across the district.

If you are looking for a new opportunity where every day brings a different challenge and you enjoy

working with people then this could be the opportunity for you.

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If you want to be part of our team we need you to:

• be a team player

• be committed to delivering a quality service

• be a strong negotiator and

• be creative in finding timely housing solutions for customers

For those without the relevant housing options experience, the Trainee Housing Options role is perfect

for a candidate with transferrable skills from other related sectors and disciplines. You will be supported

to become a Housing Options Officer and can look forward to progressing to the higher pay grade

once able to demonstrate competence (typically 6-9 months). The Trainee position is career graded so

you will be required to undertake a course of study via the Chartered Institute of Housing (if not already

completed).

The post will be subject to a disclosure request through the Disclosure and Barring Service.

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Trish Ashfield on (01749) 341478 or Peter

McGuire on (01749) 341507.

Closing date for applications is Monday 7th October 2019.

Interviews will take place at the Council offices in Shepton Mallet on Friday 18th October 2019.

Apply online at https://saas.ngahr.com/capita5c/wrl/pages/vacancy.jsf?search=0


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