Recruitment Today Issue 131

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Loving Learning, Loving Life, Loving God's World

Headteacher Salary: The indicative pay salary is set at L15 –L21* £73,105 – £83,860

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Environmental Health Officer Post: Part‐Time (3 days per week) | Permanent Hours: 3 days (24 hours per week) Location: Codsall Community Hub with ability for hybrid working Are you an experienced Environmental Health Officer looking to make a meaningful impact in a forward‐thinking local authority? South Staffordshire Council is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable professional to join our Environmental Health & Licensing Team, working specifically within the Environmental Protection function. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a small, friendly, and supportive team that plays a vital role in protecting public health and the local environment. We deal with a wide range of environmental protection matters including statutory nuisance, pollution control, air quality, contaminated land, and public health concerns. About the Role As an Environmental Health Officer in our Environmental Protection team, you will: • Lead on the assessment and response to planning application consultations, providing expert advice on environmental health impacts. • Investigate and resolve complaints relating to noise, odour, smoke, light, and other forms of nuisance and pollution. • Contribute to the development and delivery of environmental health policies and procedures. • Support the wider Environmental Health & Licensing Team across all functions when required, including food safety, health and safety, housing, and licensing matters. You’ll be joining a team that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. We’re proud of our reputation for delivering excellent services and are looking for someone who shares our pas‐ sion for making a difference. For further information, please contact one of the Environmental Health and Licensing Managers: Lee Jamieson (l.jamieson@sstaffs.gov.uk) or Laura Nichols (l.nichols@sstaffs.gov.uk).

G & G Joinery needs experienced new Build Joiners & Carpenters with immediate start.

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Litigation Team Manager Salary: £55,936 to £58,342 (inclusive of London Fringe Weighting) Plus £8,000 Market Forces Supplement Package: Generous holiday entitlement - outstanding 19.5% employer contribution pension scheme - flexible working patterns - car salary sacrifice scheme An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified Solicitor or Barrister in the Council’s Legal Governance Section.

Applications are welcome only from those with experience in new-build joinery or a proven background in the sector. CSCS, driving licence & tools required. Call Brian on 07718 578775 or 0151 4275826 to apply.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.sstaffs.gov.uk/findajob

The successful candidate will have knowledge and experience of conducting civil and/or criminal litigation in the County Court and/or Magistrates Court, be able to work on their own initiative and give advice on a wide range of legal issues. Knowledge and experience of housing, homelessness, anti-social behaviour, licensing and environment related law is important; however, equally as important is a flexible, “can-do”, attitude and enthusiasm for learning new areas of Local Government law. The Lead Litigation Lawyer will require a number of years of post qualification experience and the ability to lead a small team. You will be joining a progressive Section with a good reputation for its service and commitment to staff and prospects for advancement. For an initial discussion please contact Isha Prince, Head of Legal and Democratic Services on: 01442 228126 (ext.2614).

Due to the retirement of our current headteacher in July 2026, we are looking for an enthusiastic, inspirational and transformational leader to become our next headteacher - someone who will build on our current success, champion our Christian values and lead our church school with vision and compassion. St. James’ Primary School is situated in Emsworth, on the Hampshire/West Sussex border, a wonderful part of the country. We have excellent transport links to Chichester and Portsmouth and beyond. This is an exceptional opportunity to guide a thriving and forward-thinking school into its next exciting chapter, working with the whole school community to shape the lives of our remarkable children and the dedicated staff who support them. Can you bring care, commitment, a sense of humour, positivity, professional experience and understanding to this role? If so, we would love to hear from you! Please browse our website and get in touch so you can come and see our wonderful school for yourself. www.stjems.org.uk Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact the School Business Manager, Johanna Haskell, jhaskell@stjamesprimaryemsworth.co.uk or telephone 01243 372715 to make arrangements. For further details and to apply, please visit: https://south.educationjobs.org.uk/jobs/job/Headteacher/8431 Closing date: 3rd February 2026

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.publiclawjobs.co.uk/company/991/DacorumBorough-Council/

Closing date for applications: Midnight on 22nd November 2025 Interview date: Friday 5th December 2025 at the Council Offices in the Codsall Community Hub, Wolverhampton Road, Codsall, South Staffordshire, WV8 1PX

Closing date: 30 November 2025

Education Lawyer Forest Park School Primary Site: Ringwood Road, Totton, Hampshire, SO40 8DZ Secondary Site: Commercial Road, Totton, Hampshire, SO40 3AF

School Business Manager Salary: Grade F £40,643‐ £45,077 Full time – permanent – 37 hours, 52 weeks We are looking for a highly motivated, pro‐active, forward thinking and dedicated School Business Manager to join our hard working, talented and friendly special school community. This unique role within our leadership team balances both operational and strategic responsibilities including, but not limited to, budget ownership, HR, H&S and premises. This pivotal 52‐week post involves directing and coordinating the full range of school financial, administrative and site services. You will take a proactive and partnership role in developing and implementing the school’s longer‐term vision and objectives. The role is well suited to an experienced School Business Manager who can work independently and in partnership with the Headteacher and the Senior Leadership Team. Visits to our friendly and vibrant school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. We are looking for a School Business Manager who has: • Experience and knowledge of business, finance and resource management • Experience of setting, managing and monitoring budgets • Leadership and line management experience • Good understanding of HR, health and safety and premises management • Ability to work autonomously, prioritise, set and meet deadlines • Ability to think and plan ahead, working in a logical, strategic and proactive way • Good communicator with flexible "can do" attitude and a good sense of humour • A team player willing to go the extra mile for the benefit of the children and staff If you are interested in applying for this position, please contact: admin@fpshants.co.uk for an application form and job description, including further information from the Headteacher and a tour of the school. Completed application forms can be emailed to: admin@fpshants.co.uk (CVs are not accepted). Applications close: 26th November 2025 Interview date: 1st December 2025

Salary: £45,091 ‐ £51,356 per annum Your Role We are looking for a highly motivated Education lawyer who is a confident team player, with a problem‐solving approach. You will work closely with the Education and Special Educational Needs teams, providing expert legal and strategic advice and support in all areas, including SEN related advice and Tribunal claims, general Education law advice, complaints and judicial review. You will offer clear, strategic guidance to a diverse range of stakeholders, including schools. About You You will have a strong working knowledge and practical application of key education legislation, with experience in handling special education needs appeals and conducting advocacy at SEND Tribunals. You will be able to support Education Welfare in respect of non‐attendance at school, albeit the bulk of cases are dealt with by the client team. You will be able to perform effectively under pressure, meeting tight deadlines while maintaining high‐quality legal support with minimal su‐ pervision. You will have strong advocacy skills and the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders. You should hold a current practising certificate, qualifying you to practice in England as a Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives. About Us We are a friendly, supportive team that values collaboration and positivity. We pride ourselves on having a strong commitment to wellbeing and investing in our people. The team has grown in recent years which reflects our ambition and the demand for our services.

Federation Assistant Headteacher (Inclusion Lead) Salary: L1–L5

Executive Headteacher Salary: £61,534 - £83,860 The children, staff, parents and Governors of The Edge Schools’ Federation are seeking an exceptional leader who combines strategic vision with the ability to inspire and empower others. You are likely to be an experienced Headteacher or Deputy Headteacher looking for a new challenge, with a desire and a passion to see all children reach their full potential. We are looking for an Executive Headteacher who will have: • A proven ability to raise standards and secure excellent outcomes across diverse settings • A deep and passionate commitment to inclusive education • The leadership confidence to balance strategic oversight with visible, authentic presence in each school • The capacity to build strong professional teams and a culture of collaboration • The drive to strengthen community partnerships and maintain the Federation’s reputation as a place where every child is known, valued, and challenged

At Stockport Council we are one ambitious team on a mission to create opportunities for everyone who lives, works and spends time in the borough. Working at Stockport Council means contributing to one of the most thriving towns in the North. We’re keen to recruit people with the right values and behaviours that can help us ensure our workplace values are at the heart of everything we do.

We can offer you: • Enthusiastic pupils who are eager to learn and proud of their schools • Staff who are hardworking, reflective, and open to innovation • A Federation model that protects the individuality of each school while maximising shared expertise • Governors who will support, challenge, and champion you as our strategic leader • The opportunity to make a measurable difference on children’s life chances at scale

We are proud to be recognised under the Good Employment Charter as an organisation committed to the wellbeing of our colleagues. As members of the charter, we have been recognised as a great place to work for all colleagues and pledge to pay the real living wage, engage staff in key decisions and endorse fair and flexible working conditions.

Our Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced Disclosure Certificate.

If you would like to find out more about the role please contact Michelle Dodds on: michelle.dodds@stockport.gov.uk or 0161 4743257 for an informal discussion about the role.

To request an application pack please email: federation.admin@edgeschools.co.uk

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.publiclawjobs.co.uk/company/75/Stockport‐Metropolitan‐ Borough‐Council/ Closing date: 4 December 2025

Once completed, please send to: resourcing@shropshire.gov.uk Closing Date: 4th January 2026 (midnight) Shortlisting: 13th January 2026 Interviews: 21st January 2026

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Assistant Headteacher with responsibility for Inclusion and SEND to join our forward‐thinking leadership team. This senior leadership role requires a qualified and practising (or recently practising) SENDCo holding the National Award for SEN Coordination and with substantial experience leading inclusion within an early years or primary setting. About Us We are two vibrant, inclusive maintained nursery schools working in strong partnership to provide high‐quality early education for chil‐ dren aged 2–4. Our ethos is rooted in nurture, inclusion, and curiosity. Inspired by The Curiosity Approach, our environments celebrate awe, wonder, and independence—helping every child to explore, question, and thrive. Our vision: Nurture Children’s Natural Curiosity Essential Skills & Qualities • Qualified teacher with the National Award for SEN Coordination. • Recent experience as a SENDCo (EYFS experience is desirable). • Strong knowledge of inclusion, SEND, safeguarding, and early years pedagogy. • Experience as DSL or senior safeguarding leader. • Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. • Proven ability to inspire and develop teams. • Commitment to reflective, evidence‐informed practice. • Passion for The Curiosity Approach and inclusive education. • Integrity, optimism, and a belief in every child’s potential. Visits warmly encouraged – come and see our inclusive and curiosity‐driven practice in action! Please contact The Castle 01924 664787 or Crigglestone 01924 251151 to arrange a visit. For further details and an application form, please visit: https://www.wakefield.gov.uk/jobs‐and‐training Applications: Email completed application forms to: kquinn@crigglestonecastle.wakefield.sch.uk Closing Date: 10th December 2025 Interviews: Week commencing 15th December 2025 The Federation of Crigglestone and The Castle Nursery Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.


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