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Maintenance Manager – West Knapton Region ESS Ltd are currently seeking a Maintenance Manager to join their maintenance team at their customer site in West Knapton

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Centre Manager (Tiverton) Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 per annum

Senior Environmental Health Officer Salary: £41,418 - £45,441 per annum The Role An exciting opportunity has opened up for the position of Senior Environmental Health Officer. This is a permanent role and is available on a part time basis.

The postholder will lead, guide and motivate members of the team, as appropriate, and work with peers in the team to ensure the most effective use of resources whilst delivering positive outcomes. You will be required to provide a senior role for the effective delivery of the proactive and reactive work programmes for Food Safety, Housing Standards, Health & Safety and Public Health to ensure statutory duties and service delivery targets are met and professional services are delivered to customers.

Key Requirements You must have practical experience and a proven track record in Food, Housing or Health and Safety and hold a Bsc/Msc in Environmental Health or equivalent.

We are looking for an individual with lead officer competency in accordance with the Food Law Code of Practice.

You must have a proven track record in providing advice and assistance to other members of staff/service areas within the scope of environmental health and an ability to interact effectively with the public, local communities, local stakeholders other agencies and public bodies, difficult people and situations.

Skills & Experience You must be able to work both autonomously and as part of a team. You should possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to analyse and interpret legislation and enforce it in a balanced way. The successful applicant should also possess the ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/job/193936/senior-environmentalhealth-officer/ Closing date: 28th April 2024

Person specification: Essential: • Education management experience • QTS or relevant and measurable qualifications and experience Desired: • SEN experience • SLT experience • Experience of overseeing exams and/or qualifications Purpose of the post: • To inspire Education and Curriculum Assistants and other Subject Leads.

• To work alongside the Area Manager and teaching staff to create bespoke programmes for students that manage their needs and proposed outcomes.

• To assist in managing students achieving Open Awards and AQA Units alongside teaching staff and the Area Manager.

• To manage the day to day running of the Tiverton Centre, ensuring that all staff have clear direction between 08.30-17.00.

• To hold morning briefings and afternoon debriefs.

• To ensure the centre is presented to high standard, including cleanliness, displays and organisation • To ensure that all damage and health and safety concerns are reported to the Health and Safety Director • To represent Poles APart in professional meetings where Poles APart feedback is required about a student.

Main duties and responsibilities: • To oversee the delivery of education and the curriculum offer in your assigned centre by the monitoring and implementation of; • assisting Education Curriculum Assistants and Subject Leads in completing long term curriculum plans and; • working with the Educational and Curriculum Assistants and Subject Leads to plan qualification pathways and book exams through the Area Manager; • monitoring student progress alongside teachers; • working with the Education and Curriculum Assistants and Subject Leads to support termly topic plans; For further details and an application form, please visit: https://www.devonjobs.gov.uk/job/Centre%20Manager%20 (Tiverton)%20-%20Poles%20APart%20AP/ Please use the attached application form and return to: amy@polesapartap.com Closing date: 3rd May 2024

Deputy Headteacher Salary Leadership Scale 17‐21 (£69,970 ‐ £77,195) Starting September 2024 or earlier Based at Meadow Park, Abbey Road, Coventry CV3 4BD We are delighted to announce that we are recruiting an additional Deputy Headteacher in a brand new role commencing September 2024. This is an exciting opportunity that has arisen due to the increase in numbers on roll and the expansion of the school, including its new Business and Innovation Sixth Form Centre. We are seeking to appoint an inspirational and dynamic Deputy Headteacher who has exceptional leadership skills and shares an ambitious vision to work with the Headteacher, Governors and Senior Leadership Team to support the school on its improvement journey.

Finham Park Multi Academy Trust is a growing organisation, which is currently made up of eight schools across Coventry and Warwickshire, of which Meadow Park School is one. The Primary and Secondary schools in Finham Park MAT set out to pioneer, innovate and deliver a “World Class” education for all.

The successful candidate must be: Committed to making a positive difference to the lives of all students and staff. Reflective and resilient with a strong personal drive. Able to demonstrate exceptional leadership at a senior level and work closely with the Headteacher Passionate about securing the most productive learning opportunities for students in school. Values driven, dedicated to “Thrive Together” Honest and have complete integrity and ‘moral compass’ Are you looking for your next challenge? Do you relish the chance to support colleagues to secure rapid sustained school improvement? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Candidates who submit an application form before the closing date, may be invited for interview early, therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible.

Visits to the school are welcomed. If you would like to have an informal discussion with the Headteacher, Bernadette Pettman about the role telephone 02476 302580.

Closing date: Monday 29th April 2024 Interview date: W/c 6th May 2024 Completed application forms should be returned to: apply@finhampark.co.uk or by post to: HR Department, Finham Park Multi Academy Trust, Torrington Avenue, Coventry CV4 9WT

Duties will include : • Manage all Health & Safety matters in the maintenance team, including but not limited to: • Ensure that all ESS Ltd. employees work in a safe and responsible manner and adhere to on site safety regulations and procedures.

• Issuing ‘Permits‐to‐Work’ • Conducting Risk Assessments on own and team’s work • Inducting the team in routine health and safety training such as: • Lock Out / Tag Out, Permits system, PPE compliance, Accident Reporting.

• Carrying out PPE audits of the team.

• Focus on maintaining plant efficiency within the allocated budget.

• Be pro‐active in seeking ways to improve plant performance.

• Motivate and lead the maintenance team to achieve their targets.

• Maintenance support, data entry, updating equipment records, producing performance reports (KPI's).

• Produce back log of planned work scheduled and not completed and reasons why.

• Manage co ‐ ordination between Operations & Maintenance functions.

Person Specification: • Trades qualification ‐ Electrical and relevant engineering experience in a manufacturing environment • Experience with modern maintenance management methods and techniques.

• Experienced in managing a maintenance team of not less than 5 personnel. With responsibility for Health & Safety (typical tasks as listed above) plus motivating, influencing, coaching the team on day to day technical and operations matters. Proven ability to deal with employee relations / disciplinary matters within the team.

• High speed/High Volume background. Ideally experience in Food/Beverage manufacturing processes • Multi‐skilled / cross‐skilled ethos • Aptitude for process awareness, PLC control equipment and diagnostic / trouble‐shooting experience gained in a Hi‐volume environment.

• Good team player that can use their initiative and communicate well with people and build work relationships.

• Computer skills essential • Familiar with Computerised Maintenance Management Systems, ideally Maximo.

• COSHH awareness in a food safe environment an advantage.

If you wish to apply for this role please do so through the following link: https://www.candidatemanager.net/cm/p/pJobDetails.aspx? mid=YGTYAZ&sid=BEVUEV&jid=BAZAZAZYCXB&a=p8Kam4C4bi s%253d https://www.essltd.ie / bgallagher@essrecruitment.co.uk

For further information on this role and other opportunities within the MAT, please visit: https://careers.fpmat.co.uk

REVENUES AND BENEFITS ASSISTANT / OFFICER Salary: £25,119 - £27,803

Headteacher Contract Type: Permanent, Full time Job Start Date: 1st September 2024 Leadership Salary Range: L6-L18, £53,380-£71,729 per annum Clifton-upon-Teme Primary is a rural community school at the heart of a picturesque and thriving village in the beautiful Teme Valley. Due to the upcoming departure of our dedicated and highly regarded Headteacher, we are seeking a passionate, inspirational new Head who can build on the school’s existing strengths whilst continuously driving improvement in our aim to Inspire Minds and Shape Futures.

We are looking for a Headteacher who: • Is passionate about developing teaching and learning • Is committed to helping children and staff to reach their full potential • Promotes a good work-life balance for staff • Is approachable, able to listen, and communicates well with pupils, staff & parents • Has a clear vision for the school • Can lead with positivity and manage change whilst working with limited resources • Is able to collaborate effectively with staff, governors and the wider community We offer: • An experienced and committed team of staff who are passionate about our school and pupils • A proactive, supportive Board of Governors and parent body • Enthusiastic, happy and confident children who are keen to learn • A successful school with a ‘Good’ Ofsted rating and strong links to the community • A strong network of other local Headteachers who will readily provide support, experience and advice Prospective applicants are warmly invited to visit our school, please contact the school office to arrange: 01886 812258 or office@clifton-upon-teme.worcs.sch.uk For an application form, please visit: https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/job/193965/headteacher/ Applications should be emailed to: governors.clifton@gmail.com Closing date: 1pm 23rd April 2024

Senior Manager Early Help Salary: £62,711 - £68,207 Per annum International Sponsorship – this role is not open to international sponsorship Are you driven by a deep passion for helping families thrive? If so, we have an extraordinary and rewarding opportunity for you to make a meaningful impact on families' lives as one of our Early Help Senior Managers.

We are excited to be looking to secure an exceptional candidate to join our Early Help Senior Management Team and are looking for someone with extensive experience of large-scale operational management for early help delivery services.

Do you possess the leadership skills to guide frontline delivery teams towards transformative change?

Do you have experience in shaping and implementing strategies that strengthen families through early intervention, which empower families to achieve significant and sustained changes in their lives.

Can you be part of our commitment to improve outcomes for the children and young people we work with? If so, we look forward to reviewing your application.

For further information, please contact Head of Service, Kathy Ashworth Kathy.Ashworth@lancashire.gov.uk To apply, please visit: https://www.lancashire.gov.uk/jobs/

Operations Manager – Fostering, Kinship and Permanence Salary: £60,065 pa An opportunity to be part of the Senior Management Team in South Tyneside has arisen due to the progression of the current post holder.

At Children and Families Social Care here in South Tyneside we are proud to be an established and strong service that is committed to ensuring all children in South Tyneside have what they need to meet their potential.

We are part of the newly formed Children’s Directorate with a strong base of values and principles built on relationships and trust with whoever we come into contact with that strives to provide the support families and children need to be the best they can be.

As the Operations Manager for Fostering, Kinship Team and Permanence you will have responsibility for a strong and well established: Fostering Service ‐ that has been a key player regionally in innovation and continues to look to improve our offer to our existing carers whilst ensuring new carers get the support they require to provide high quality and secure placement for some of our most vulnerable children and sibling groups. You will work closely with your regional counterparts to enable a regional approach to fostering that strengthens the offer in South Tyneside and continues to improve the fostering offer. You will also continue to develop strong relationship with independent Fostering agencies to allow for children placed in these setting to have the support and foundation to maintain their link with home and the borough.

Kinship Team – the offer for our Kinship Carers is strong and getting stronger. You will support the Practice Manager to continue to strengthen the assessment and subsequent support our kinship carers and the children in their care receive, whenever they require it. We have built a support offer that is bespoke to the families circumstances with children at the heart of it, ensuring longer term stability for these arrangements allowing children to remain within their families and communities.

Permanence through Adoption – you will be the link between the Local Authority and the Regional Adoption Agency, this is a vital role in ensuring that children whose plan is adoption are matched and placed with a forever family that is appropriate for them in a timely and considered manner.

For an informal discussion about this post, please contact Tony Joyce, Service Manager – Children Cared For on (0191) 4244647 or tony.joyce@southtyneside.gov.uk

We have several new and exciting roles within our Resident and Business Support service as Revenues and Benefits Assistant/Officers.

As a Revenues and Benefits Assistant, full training will be provided to progress into the role of a Revenues and Benefits Officer. For this role we are looking for individuals with a strong customer service background, excellent negotiation skills in particular maximising cash collection in a difficult economic environment, are confident in communicating with people and want to make a difference to residents. If this is you, this may be the opportunity you are looking for!

We are also looking for talented staff with experience of working in a Revenues and Benefits service. If you do have this experience, you will join the service as a Revenues and Benefits Officer (Salary £26,241 - £27,803).

To be successful in either role you need experience in customer service, effective verbal and written communication skills, and excellent attention to detail with a strong background in successful debt recovery. You will need to be self-motivated, able to work under pressure and be a real team player.

You will have a responsibility for a caseload which will include customer contact through multiple channels including both in and outbound customer calling and in-person in our Contact Centre, personally ensuring all cases are dealt with to conclusion in accordance with all relevant statutory regulations, policies and procedures and maximising cash collection.

We can offer: • The opportunity for blended working between home and our fantastic new flagship council offices.

• Ongoing training and development.

• Hugely varied, interesting and rewarding work.

• Fantastic career progression opportunities.

• A real team spirit in an innovative, responsive, and growing service area.

If you would like to talk through this opportunity further, please call Leanne Miller on 01642 726556 or Kellie Appleyard on 01642 726399.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/Operations_Manager_Foster‐ ing_Kinship_and_Permanence/262313

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/Revenues_and_Benefits_Assistant_Officer/262204

Closing date: 1st May 2024

Closing date: 22nd April 2024

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HOSPITALITY MANAGER

Chief Executive Officer

Salary: £29,777- £31,364

Salary: £45,441 SCP 37 (with salary reviews) Pension: Employer contributory pension scheme Hours: 37 hrs pw (full time with flexible working) Location: Homeworking with occasional travel and attendance at the SALC office in Somerton The Somerset Association of Local Councils (SALC) is looking to recruit a dynamic Chief Executive Officer to lead it and its 270-member parish, town, and city councils into a new and exciting era.

The financial challenges facing Somerset’s newly created unitary authority mean that many towns and parishes are preparing to take on services devolved from Somerset Council. SALC wants to better meet its members’ needs during this period and into the future.

The Chief Executive Officer will provide strategic leadership and direction for SALC. In addition, the Chief Executive Officer will take responsibility for all aspects of our operational management, including business planning, income generation, effective delivery of contracts, projects, and services.

Working closely with the board and company secretary, the successful candidate will lead development and delivery of an inspirational vision for the future. They will engage with councillors and clerks of member councils, and with senior officers in Somerset Council and other stakeholder organisations.

We are currently seeking a passionate Hospitality Manager to inspire the team and deliver an outstanding customer experience.

The appointment of a Hospitality Manager will complete the Duty Management team working on a shift rota which includes evening and weekends. The role comes with specific responsibilities to help deliver and improve the hospitality offer at the Pavilion. If you are interested in the challenge of working in a fast paced environment requiring initiative, flexibility and teamwork and you can demonstrate the relevant skills and experience from a hospitality management role we would welcome your application to serve the community of Peterlee and surrounding area.

About you: You will be experienced in managing Hospitality, Events or Cultural delivery.

You will have experience in managing and leading teams, working with a range of customers with different needs, and have the ability to make improvements to our business using excellent communication skills, have high level of IT skills, (e.g. social media savvy, able to collect, input and interpret sales and management data using Ms excel) have experience in business/sales planning and personal target setting. You will take Health and Safety responsibilities seriously to carry out risk assessments, be the responsible officer on Duty in case of an incidents e.g. fire/evacuation.

You will play a pivotal role in the planning and promotion of in-house events and engaging with new customers to make bookings and ensure their private parties are delivered beyond their expectations.

The successful candidate will bring: • Proven leadership experience and a passion for enabling teams to thrive and develop.

• Business and financial acumen with a track record of successful business development including income generation.

• Experience of strategic business planning and the ability to deliver on key targets.

• Strong relationship building, networking, and influencing of external stakeholders.

Be responsible for the day-to-day management of bookings including setting up according to agreed customer specifications and clean up post event booking.

You will assist the Manager in developing and delivering the improvement plan to drive increased footfall and bookings.

You will work with the Marketing and Communications officer on social media and website content in relation to event and hospitality services at the Pavilion working across the team.

If you have the ability, drive, and experience to manage our company we want to hear from you.

Applicants are invited to submit their CV, with a covering letter evidencing the requirements of the job description and person specification.

To be part of the Food and Beverage team that provides an exciting, healthy, innovative, quality food and beverage operation in order to create demand which meets customer needs whilst increasing income.

We encourage you to get in touch with the Centre Manager, Andrew on 0191 5869957 for an informal chat about the role.

For an informal preparatory chat about this role, contact Ewan Jones, SALC Deputy Chair, on 07770 611827.

For further details please visit: https://somerset-alc.org.uk/vacancies/chief-executive-officer/

If you are ready to be part of something special, call us for an application form and a candidate pack on 0191 5862491, or you can download by visiting: https://peterlee.gov.uk/job-opportunity-peterlee-pavilionhospitality-manager/

Applications should be submitted by email to the company secretary at: sam@somerset-alc.org.uk Please return your completed application form to corporateadminteam@peterlee.gov.uk or post to Peterlee Town Council, Council Offices, Shotton Hall, Peterlee, Co. Durham, SR8 2PH, by no later than 12Noon, Thursday 25th April 2024.

Closing Date: Midday, Friday 26th April 2024 Interview date/s: 9th and 10th May 2024

Teacher of Art Salary: MPS/UPS

OPERATIONS MANAGER

Teacher of Computer Science

Salary: Grade H, Point 1 to 4 (£43,421 to £46,464) Hours of work: 37 hours per week Monday to Friday all year round – Full time

Salary: MPS/UPS (TLR 2 min available for a suitable candidate)

Responsible for the day-to-day management of West Lakes Academy operational support, including the management of non-centralised finance, IT and HR functions, school administration, catering, and estate management; ensuring staff conform to any central Trust policies and procedures and systems as directed by the Chief Operations Officer.

The successful candidate will: • Provide a highly professional operational service • Be responsible for financial resource management, operational management, information management, IT, human resources, facility and property management, and health and safety management across the West Lakes Academy Previous experience is desirable however full training will be provided for the right candidate.

Changing Lives Learning 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 screening including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and also past employment checks. We are an equal opportunities employer. References will be sought prior to interview.

For further details and to apply for this role, please visit our website: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/135632/EDV-2024-WLA-17875

Do you have what it takes to nurture today’s young people and inspire tomorrow’s leaders? Do you have the drive, passion and commitment to deliver inspirational leadership to school staff and young people in a disadvantaged community? If so, becoming a Star leader might just be the best career move you ever make.

About Starbank Starbank school in Birmingham is a large all through school for pupils aged 3 to 16 years old. We have over 2,000 pupils and are based across three sites in close proximity to each other. We joined Star Academies in 2020 and, like all Star schools, we have a leadership specialism.

Who we’re looking for We’re looking for an outstanding teacher with a proven track record of success and raising pupil outcomes. As a Star teacher, you’ll join the Star Academies family, a high-performing and supportive network of primary and secondary schools with some of the best teachers in education.

The successful candidate will have the ability to deliver quality teaching that drives achievement and inspires a love of learning. You will be able to demonstrate experience of achieving positive outcomes for pupils, as well as being passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people. As a committed team player, you will have excellent organisational skills and the natural ability to motivate both pupils and peers.

You will have: • A degree-level qualification and Qualified Teacher Status • The ability to teach to GCSE standard.

• Experience of sustained delivery of outstanding attainment and achievement • Experience of innovation and creativity to engage, enthuse and progress learners.

About Star Academies Star Academies is a high-performing multi-academy trust that runs more than 30 primary and secondary schools. We are a values-based organisation that works to improve the life chances of young people in areas of social and economic deprivation to help them succeed at the highest levels of education, employment and the professions. Every single day you’ll be rewarded with the opportunity to shape a young person’s future - our STAR values embody what we believe is needed to succeed.

Professional development is key to our ongoing success, so we continually invest in our employees through our learning and development centre, Star Institute. With a wealth of training, mentoring and progression opportunities across a growing group of academies, joining our team of leading education experts could propel your career to the next level.

We can also offer you a range of rewards and benefits, including competitive salaries and pension schemes, generous holiday entitlements and healthcare cash plans.

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Please ensure you demonstrate how you meet items on the person specification and explain why you are applyingfor this post.

Changing Lives Learning 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 screening including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and also past employment checks. We are an equal opportunities employer. References will be sought prior to interview.

This vacancy is for the Starbank Hob Moor Road (Secondary) site.

Please download the job description and person specification for further information about the role. For an informal and confidential discussion about the role please call us on 0121 464 0751.

For further details and to apply please visit: https://www.jobtrain.co.uk/starcareers/Home/Job Closing Date: Sunday, 28 April 2024 at midnight.

Interview Date: To be confirmed.

Proposed Start Date: Sunday, 01 September 2024..

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WE’RE RECRUITING Aberdeenshire - 551

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CHIEF OFFICER & TOWN CLERK Salary: £70,385 - £84,214 (scp55 to scp62)

Are you passionate about making a difference to a person’s life?

Would you like the opportunity to provide an individual with a better quality of life?

If you are passionate about providing person centred care to individuals with a diverse range of support needs, this is the job for you! There are full time and part time vacancies available in all areas, Both contracted and zero hours/bank positions. Waking night and sleep over cover also required. Shifts are predominantly 7.5 hours in duration, so staff have the opportunity to know supported people really well and engage in support for all aspects of daily living including, holidays, clubs, hobbies and social events.

Candidates who have a driving licence preferred but not essential.

Areas we cover: • Macduff • Banff • Whitehills • Ladysbridge • Portsoy • Turriff • Peterhead • Edinburgh • North Lanarkshire • Pumpherston

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Benefits: • £12.32 per hour • 20K free life cover • Training • PVG costs paid by company • Enrolment info SQV Level 2 • Refer a Friend Scheme (rewards up to £2000) • Pensions Scheme • Annual Family Fun Days • Mears Rewards

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FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT: www.careers.mearsgroup.co.uk/findajob/REQ0023428 or Call Jacolyn or Angela directly on 01261 830120

Are you an energetic, strategic thinker with a desire to see the improvement of the local community?

If so Peterlee Town council needs you to be their new Chief Officer and Town Clerk.

Using your excellent financial, management and policy development skills you will ensure that the Town Council can deliver its strategic vision for the town. This is a role which will both challenge and enrich your abilities with the backing of your fellow staff and council members.

As the Town Clerk you will be the Proper Officer of the Council and will have a statutory duty to carry out all the functions required by law of a Local Authority’s Proper Officer. You will have full responsibility for ensuring that the instructions of the Council are carried out.

In the role you will be expected to advise the Council on, and assist in the formation of, overall policies to be followed and to produce all information required for making effective decisions.

The role you will hold is accountable to the Council for the effective management of all its resources and responsible for the management of the Council’s finances. You will be designated as the ‘Responsible Finance Officer’ as per s151 of the Local Government Act 1972.

You will work with one of the largest Town Councils in Durham with offices at Shotton Hall and options for hybrid working. On occasion you may be required to carry out duties across the area and at times which may be outside of core office hours dependent upon the tasks you are working on.

The council will also support your continual development and if you do not already hold the Certificate in Local Council Administration you will be expected to study towards this within 12 months of taking up the post.

This is a fast paced and exciting role which will require someone of the highest quality to carry out successfully. The Town Council has a vision which they need you to help deliver for the people of Peterlee.

If you are prepared to take the jump and enjoy the excitement of developing the wonderful town of Peterlee please visit: https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/Chief_Officer_Town_Clerk_Peterlee_Town_Council/262331 and let us know all about you.

Closing date: 28th April 2024

St. John’s Primary Academy Hobnock Road, Essington, Wolverhampton, WV11 2RF Telephone: 01922 476695

EXPERIENCED CLASS TEACHER Required from: September 2024 Contract type: Full time, temporary initially, with the potential for a permanent post for the right candidate Salary: up to £46,525 (subject to Teacher’s Pay & Conditions) The continued expansion of St. John’s Primary Academy has resulted in an exciting opportunity for an experienced teacher being available for September 2024. This post offers the potential for career progression.

Engineer - Development Salary: £38,092 - £42,389 per annum Hours: 37 Hours

The posts we have available for September would be particularly suitable for ambitious candidates with five years’ teaching experience, in any area of the primary age range (EYFS, KS1 and KS2) who are looking to widen their experience further.

We are looking for highly motivated, suitably qualified, and experienced Engineers in the field of Highways, Development and Water management to work within our Hampshire Engineering Services team. We are seeking those with experience in concept design, feasibility, detailed design and project management, and on-site delivery, with demonstrated performance and suitable experience at this level.

We are looking for someone who is: • An experienced, qualified teacher with a passion for teaching and learning • able to demonstrate commitment to raising standards of teaching, learning and achievement for all learners • committed to working as part of a team and fully take part in the life of our school and our community

This role offers the opportunity to work across a large range of projects that the council supports. You must be a confident communicator, and be organised, as the role involves working with a range of colleagues and clients both within Hampshire, and undertaking sold service work for external parties.

The successful candidates will align themselves closely with the values and ethos of the academy and match the high levels of discretionary effort that current staff display.

CLASS TEACHERS Required from: September 2024 Contract type: Full time, temporary Salary: £30,000 - £46,525 (subject to Teacher’s Pay & Conditions) The continued expansion of St. John’s Primary Academy has resulted in a number of exciting opportunities for teachers being available for September 2024.

The posts we have available for September would be particularly suitable for ambitious candidates with two years’ teaching experience, in any area of the primary age range (EYFS, KS1 and KS2) who are looking to widen their experience further. Applications from energetic and enthusiastic NQT’s are also welcome and a full programme of training and support will be made available to successful candidates.

We are looking for someone who is: • a qualified teacher with a passion for teaching and learning • able to demonstrate commitment to raising standards of teaching, learning and achievement for all learners • committed to working as part of a team and fully take part in the life of our school and our community

COVER SUPERVISOR Salary: £18,225.15 (Actual, approx) Contract Type: Temporary Responsible to: Phase Leader / Assistant Headteacher / Headteacher Under an agreed system of supervision, the Cover Supervisor role is to supervise whole classes during the short-term absence of the class teacher under the guidance of teaching/senior staff, including implementing work programmes, managing pupil behaviour and assisting pupils in relevant activities in line with the school’s policies and procedures.

You will be aware and conversant with current industry legislation, standards, and guidance, and demonstrate best practice. The council is committed to mitigation climate change effects on our networks and properties and ensuring that we push towards carbon net zero and reduction of other detrimental effects in our environment.

Above all, we are looking for individuals with natural curiosity, who are innovative, show a willingness to learn and grow, with the right personal and professional values to work in the public sector supporting our communities.

Our Values: We are committed to developing our people and can offer you a career to expand your professional knowledge and learn from the best in the field, while enjoying the work-life balance you have always wanted.

We are passionate about our values: • Making a difference • Working as one organisation • Integrity and respect • Professionalism • Continuous Improvement What we can offer you: Hampshire County Council is recognised nationally as one of the highest performing local authorities in the UK. A modern, forward-looking local authority, it offers a pleasant, supportive, and collaborative working environment.

Hampshire County Council is also a flexible employer interested in making the most of your skills and offers a great work life balance.

We invest in you through our internal development programmes and training and offer a competitive salary and benefits package.

You will be provided with:

Closing date: 3rd May 2024 at 9am Interviews: Week commencing Monday 13th May 2024

LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT – GENERAL (SEN) LEVEL 2 Contract type: Temporary Hours: 32.5 Hours per Week Term Time Only Salary: Grade 4 £17,926.03 (Annual, Actual approx.)

Applications are invited from an enthusiastic, hard-working LSA who has experience of and a passion for working with children with special educational needs. The successful candidate will also have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and hold the relevant qualifications.

Closing Date: 19th April 2024 Interviews: Week beginning 22nd April 2024 For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.stjohns-eagle.com/vacancies-1

• Opportunities to develop your skills and experience, informally, or formally.

• Flexible working arrangements such as part time hours, job shares, compressed fortnights, wrap-around school hours, and flexitime.

• Local Government Pension, and annual leave which increases over time.

• Opportunities to make a difference and receive support through staff networks for parents, carers, and people with protected characteristics.

• The support of a wider team who will value you and what you achieve.

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion: David Ryder, Group Engineer (Highways/ Water Management & Development) 07909 251438 or david.m.ryder@hants.gov.uk John Dimond, Group Engineer (Highways/ Water Management & Development) 07809 501454 or john.dimond@hants.gov.uk For more information and to apply, please visit: https://careers.newjob.org.uk/HCC/job/Winchester-Engineer-Development-HCC613935-HAM/1018975101/ Closing date: 28th April 2024

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Director of Norfolk Teacher Training Centre

Salary: £54,577 – £58,884 per annum

Norfolk Teacher Training Centre, an Ofsted Good ITT provider, is recruiting a new Director to lead on the next phase of our development.

We’re looking to recruit a dynamic and forward-looking leader, with significant recent experience of leading in a school setting at either Primary or Secondary level. As a well-established and supportive ITT provider NTTC is a very special place. Described by Ofsted in April as “a close-knit ITE provider (where trainees) receive much encouragement” and where “Course leaders foster an environment where individuals build each other up, celebrating successes. It ensures trainees nurture the self-belief needed to face challenges head-on and go on to become capable, committed teachers”. NTTC is a unique provider, delivering across Primary and Secondary phases as well as a specialism in Post-graduate Teaching Apprenticeships. With the support of a large Further Education College and the structure of a smaller, inclusive provider NTTC is unique as a local provider of Teacher Training.

Please visit our website for an overview of our provision – Norfolk Teacher Training Centre (norfolkttc.org.uk) – and review our recent Ofsted report to see how we’re viewed – 50221406 (ofsted.gov.uk).

We’d love to have a chat with you so please contact Ed Rose on 01603 772345 or – edward.rose@ccn.ac.uk to arrange a conversation.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.educationjobfinder.org.uk/vfjobs/director-of-norfolk-teacher-training-centre/?fromSearchPage=true

FINANCE OFFICER

AT ST ANDREW’S Assistant House Parent

Lee Abbey retreat, holiday and conference centre in North Devon is looking to appoint a Finance Officer, reporting directly to the Head of Business.

As part of the Pastoral & Boarding team the purpose of the role of the House Parent is to provide a safe, caring boarding environment that enriches the lives of the students in the care of the college. Under the direction of the Head of Boarding, to act “in loco parentis” for the students and to provide all boarders with the best possible experience of a boarding education by ensuring a challenging and supportive environment: a home from home for boarders.

The role will involve day to day oversight of all finance department work, and modernising and developing our use of digital systems.

The main purpose of the job is to help look after the safety and welfare of the students in the boarding houses.

Boarding Supervisors are responsible to the Head of Boarding. They are expected to be on site for the 11 hours of their weekend shift.

Lee Abbey is a unique and very rewarding place to work, and the home of an international Christian Community welcoming guests of all backgrounds.

The package includes a salary of c£25K (depending on experience) and pension.

To apply please visit: https://www.fish4.co.uk/job/13565235/finance -officer/?LinkSource=PremiumListing

Boarding - Weekend Supervisor

Maintenance Operative Carpentry: to include replacement/repair of door and window fittings, repair of furniture, fitting locks, erection of shelves, cupboards and displays.

Brick/Groundwork: to include the repair of masonry, concrete slabs, plastering and stud walls. Erecting new fencing, laying new paving, or paving repairs, patch tarmac repairs.

Roofing: repairs to flat roofing, felting.

Flooring: laying of laminate floorings, tiles, and other floor coverings.

Plumbing: to include repair and replacement of taps, sinks, and finishes as required. The clearance of blockages in gutters, down pipes and drains.

Decorating: to include the correct preparation of floors, walls, ceilings and woodwork, the application of wallpaper, stains, emulsions, undercoats, and gloss/satin paints.

Details of all vacancies can be found at www.standrewscambridge.co.uk/careers-at-st-andrews-college/

General Vehicle Technicians Starting Salary £26 - £32,000 depending on experience Due to general workload & slight expansion we have some exciting Job Vacancies available.

We have 2x Positions for a General Vehicle Technician

St Alban's C of E Aided Primary School Inspired to make a difference in God’s world with excellence and love

Headteacher The indicative pay salary is set at £62,561 to £71,765 (L15‐L21) The Governors of St Alban’s CofE (Aided) Primary School are looking to appoint an inspirational Headteacher, who is ambitious in achieving the best outcomes for all pupils.

We believe St Alban’s provides a great opportunity for a Headteacher to thrive. The commitment and passion of our staff creates a fantastic learning environment for our pupils. We have a large welcoming site with a strong commitment to outdoor learning.

Our core Christian values of love, hope, thankfulness and compassion are the foundations of all we do.

With support from staff, governors and parents we look forward to welcoming a Headteacher who can deliver the best opportunities for the children at our school.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact the school office on 023 9248 2072 For further details and to apply, please visit: https://hampshire.education‐jobs.org.uk/Vacancy/Details/112355/ L1ZhY2FuY3kvU2VhcmNoUmVzdWx0cz9yZXRyaWV2ZUZpbHRlcj10c nVl Applications will need to be returned electronically to: htrecruitment@hants.gov.uk

The main objective of the role will be to carry out general diagnostics & repairs to all makes of cars & vans, The successful candidate will be part of a small team, but should be equally happy working on their own and should take a great degree of pride in carrying out tasks to an extremely high standard.

Ideally prospective candidates will have 2-3years workshop experience allowing you to competently carry out general workshop duties to include but not be limited to: Diagnostics & Fault Finding, Tyre fitting, General servicing & repairs, clutches, timing chains & belts.

This position would suit somebody keen to add to their current skill set & knowledge in diagnostics & fault finding with unlimited training available to a keen & willing candidate.

Being an Mot tester would be advantageous but not essential although training & funding to be a class 4 & 7 Tester could be available to the right candidate.

Benefits include: • Safety boots & Company uniform • Nest pension scheme • Ongoing training to further your knowledge & career • 28 days holiday (inc bank holidays) • Possible company van This is a full time position with a 40hr working week.

Mon-Fri 8.30am - 5.00pm with 30 mins lunch, No weekend work required Closed over the Xmas period.

If you are interested in joining our team, please email your CV to enquiries@dapstar.email or contact Lee on 01394 420322.

We look forward to hearing from you.

EARLY YEARS AREA MANAGER Salary: from £35,000 pa negotiable depending on experience, plus company car, PMI and other benefits We are looking for an experienced, motivated and enthusiastic Area Manager to be a leader for our expanding teams across all four Nurs‐ eries!

The role of the Area manager is dedicated to maintaining and improving the quality of provision offered across the groups settings whilst ensuring compliance with Ofsted and EYFS statutory requirements. You are responsible for all aspects of the nurseries operations and compliance.

You will be leading the exceptional team we have and supporting them through their own career journeys together with ensuring that we maintain the excellent reputation that we have, and importantly, outcomes for the Children. You will understand Early Years best practice and ensure that this is embedded in practice and delivery across the group.

Your exciting role will include the following: • Lead our nursery teams to deliver outstanding care to all the children across the group • Drive employee engagement, retention, and performance across the group • Work alongside the Directors to ensure each nursery is fully recruited.

• Assist and support the nursery management who are responsible for the daily operation of the nurseries.

• Ensure all policies and procedures and Ofsted statutory requirements are maintained at all times. In the absence of a manager you may be required to provide cover on an interim basis.

• Complete quality compliance audits and ensure standards are met.

• Supporting settings to develop action plans to further improve on provision.

• Maintain regular reviews analysing children progress to ensure practitioners are tailoring learning experiences, and the curriculum to meet children’s needs For an informal discussion about the role email: danny@little‐squirrels.com For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.educationjobfinder.org.uk Completed forms should be returned to: danny@little‐squirrels.com

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MAP The Risebrow Centre, Chantry Road, Norwich NR2 1RF Email: hr@map.uk.net Website: www.map.uk.net/jobs

Senior Youth Worker Salary: £30,120 - £32,601 pa About the role As a senior youth worker, you will lead a highly motivated team to provide opportunities to young people to facilitate their personal and social development. You will manage several people and projects, developing and delivering a programme of activities including groups and one-to-ones.

About You The ideal candidate will have experience of managing people and projects and will be passionate about promoting the interests of vulnerable young people, facilitating participation opportunities and creating inclusive environments.

You will be experienced in working with young people, including delivering activities to support emotional and social wellbeing. You may not be a senior youth worker right now but your background and experience will have provided you with transferrable skills.

Ideally you will have a level 3 qualification (or above) in a relevant subject but if you don’t, we will support you to achieve an NVQ level 3 in youth work alongside the role. We will also support your development as a manager through our successful leadership and management programme.

You will need to be able and willing to travel with access to your own transport to involve and engage young people.

Youth Worker Salary: £27,435 - £29,499 pa About the role As a youth worker, you will develop and deliver a programme of activities which will include one-to-one support and group youth work to improve social, emotional and mental health and wellbeing needs. The ideal candidate will be passionate about promoting the interests of vulnerable young people, facilitating participation opportunities and creating inclusive environments.

About You To be successful you will be experienced in working with young people, including delivering activities to support emotional and social wellbeing. You may not be a youth worker right now but your background and experience will have provided you with transferrable skills.

Ideally you will have a level 3 qualification (or above) in a relevant subject but if you have the experience we require to deliver in this role but no qualifications to reflect this, we will support you to achieve an NVQ level 3 in youth work alongside the role.

You will need to be able and willing to travel with access to your own transport to involve and engage young people.

If you have any questions about the roles please contact Mal Cunningham, Head of Youth Work Services at: malcunningham@map.uk.net.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.map.uk.net/jobs

Benefits include up to 51 days paid off work a year

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Chief Operations Officer (Maternity Cover) Salary: £50,512 per annum We are looking for a well organised, reliable, trustworthy and enthusiastic individual who has a proven track record as an effective leader. The role will be varied and busy and ideally suited to an organised and efficient individual with an eye for detail and accuracy, and who understands the importance of confidentiality and integrity in the workplace.

The Chief Operations Officer plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of our organisation, working closely with senior leadership to develop and implement strategic initiatives that drive growth, streamline processes, and enhance our competitive position in the market. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in estate management, Health and Safety and compliance, exceptional problem‐solving skills, and a proven ability to lead and inspire teams to achieve ambitious goals.

Key responsibilities of the Chief Operations Officer will include: • Providing strategic direction and oversight for all operational functions.

• Developing and implementing policies, procedures, and initiatives to optimise efficiency and productivity.

• Collaborating with cross‐functional teams to drive innovation and continuous improvement.

• Monitoring key performance metrics and implementing corrective actions as needed.

• Building and nurturing a high‐performing team culture focused on accountability, collaboration, and excellence.

We warmly welcome informal, confidential conversations and questions.

Please contact us for further information.

CEO, MOAT – Paul.Doddridge@Mightyoaks.uk Chief Operations Officer, MOAT – Jo.Wootton@MightyOaks.uk For further details and to apply, please visit: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/451992529/EDV‐2024‐MOAT‐53287

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School Finance Lead

QA OPERATIVE

Salary: SC6 £29,269 - £31,364 (further pay award pending)

An opportunity is available for you to join our quality team near Brigg, North Lincolnshire.

The Central Region Schools Trust is seeking to appoint a School Finance Lead to line manage and oversee the finance function as well as maintain and monitor the budgets for Gospel Oak School, in order to report and forecast accurate financial information.

Playing a key role in ensuring that the right quality produce leaves our site by following our BRCGS, Food safety & Quality Management Systems.

RESPONSIBILITIES: The role is a full-time, full-year position, primarily based at Gospel Oak School, Tipton.

Interested candidates can contact the central Finance team for an informal discussion about the role via: recruitment@crst.org.uk.

How to apply: Interested candidates should submit a full application form via the below link: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/122899576/EDV-2024-CRST14057 The closing date for this vacancy is 5th April 2024 Interviews will take place on 12th April 2024 Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to interview earlier for this post should suitable candidates apply.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate is required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check with Children's barred list.

Monitoring of raw materials, packaging and finished products.

YOU WILL BE ABLE TO: • communicate effectively to all levels • Work independently with attention to detail • maintain accurate records You must be computer literate and have a good level of literacy and numeracy IDEALLY YOU WILL HAVE: • Worked within a quality role • Fresh produce experience Shift 8:00am to 4.30pm with flexibility to work on other shifts.

Please send your CV to info@bennettpotatoes.co.uk

Closing date: Midnight, 7th April 2024

Building Surveyor Farming in Protected Landscapes Officer

Salary: £38,000 - £45,000

Headteacher

Salary: £36,648 - £41,418

Contract Type: Permanent, Full time Job Start Date: 1st September 2024 Leadership Salary Range: L6-L18, £53,380-£71,729 per annum

We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed individual to join the Cannock Chase National Landscape Team to help deliver the Farming in Protected Landscapes (FiPL) programme.

Clifton-upon-Teme Primary is a rural community school at the heart of a picturesque and thriving village in the beautiful Teme Valley. Due to the upcoming departure of our dedicated and highly regarded Headteacher, we are seeking a passionate, inspirational new Head who can build on the school’s existing strengths whilst continuously driving improvement in our aim to Inspire Minds and Shape Futures.

Created by Defra and managed by National Landscape and National Park teams across England, the programme helps farmers, land managers and others to deliver work on the farmed landscape under the themes of climate, nature, people and place.

The Role An exciting opportunity has opened up for the position of Senior Environmental Health Officer. This is a permanent role and is available on a part time basis.

This is an opportunity to make a real difference to farming and land management in the National Landscape and to help conserve and enhance the natural beauty of this nationally important landscape.

The postholder will lead, guide and motivate members of the team, as appropriate, and work with peers in the team to ensure the most effective use of resources whilst delivering positive outcomes. You will be required to provide a senior role for the effective delivery of the proactive and reactive work programmes for Food Safety, Housing Standards, Health & Safety and Public Health to ensure statutory duties and service delivery targets are met and professional services are delivered to customers.

We are looking for a Headteacher who: • Is passionate about developing teaching and learning • Is committed to helping children and staff to reach their full potential • Promotes a good work-life balance for staff • Is approachable, able to listen, and communicates well with pupils, staff & parents • Has a clear vision for the school • Can lead with positivity and manage change whilst working with limited resources • Is able to collaborate effectively with staff, governors and the wider community We offer: • An experienced and committed team of staff who are passionate about our school and pupils • A proactive, supportive Board of Governors and parent body • Enthusiastic, happy and confident children who are keen to learn • A successful school with a ‘Good’ Ofsted rating and strong links to the community • A strong network of other local Headteachers who will readily provide support, experience and advice

Main Responsibilities You will: • be the first point of contact for the programme.

• provide advice and guidance to farmers and other land managers • help grant applicants.

• support an assessment panel who will judge applications.

• carry out general administration and monitoring activities to ensure the efficient running of the programme.

The Ideal Candidate • Degree or equivalent compensatory experience.

• Significant experience of successfully working with farmers and land managers to achieve conservation and environmental outcomes, including through agri-environment schemes.

• Local knowledge of Cannock Chase would be an advantage.

You will be based in Stafford, but will be expected to largely work from home. You'll also be required to travel throughout the Cannock Chase National Landscape.

Senior Environmental Health Officer Salary: £41,418 - £45,441 per annum

Key Requirements You must have practical experience and a proven track record in Food, Housing or Health and Safety and hold a Bsc/Msc in Environmental Health or equivalent.

We are looking for an individual with lead officer competency in accordance with the Food Law Code of Practice.

You must have a proven track record in providing advice and assistance to other members of staff/service areas within the scope of environmental health and an ability to interact effectively with the public, local communities, local stakeholders other agencies and public bodies, difficult people and situations.

For any further information, please contact Ian Marshall (National Landscape Team Leader) at: ian.marshall@staffordshire.gov.uk

Skills & Experience You must be able to work both autonomously and as part of a team. You should possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to analyse and interpret legislation and enforce it in a balanced way. The successful applicant should also possess the ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.

Applications should be emailed to: governors.clifton@gmail.com

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/job/193769/farming-in-protectedlandscapes-officer/

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/job/193936/senior-environmentalhealth-officer/

Closing date: 1pm 23rd April 2024

Closing date: 26th April 2024

Closing date: 28th April 2024

Prospective applicants are warmly invited to visit our school, please contact the school office to arrange: 01886 812258 or office@clifton-upon-teme.worcs.sch.uk For an application form, please visit: https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/job/193965/headteacher/

Situated in North Worcestershire, Bromsgrove District Council and Redditch Borough Council share services. The Councils are committed to being a customer driven organisation, with our customers at the heart of everything we do; focused on improving delivery services that make a difference to the community that we serve.

The role To undertake extensive building contract administration, the preparation of legal contract tender documentation, specification, supervision and monitoring of capital contracts for Council owned Housing.

To carry out inspections of void and tenanted properties to agree work specifications.

To be responsible for the delivery of a customer focussed Capital programmes of work. Proactively engaging with residents to provide support, advice and interventions to ensure that properties are effectively maintained, all repairs are undertaken promptly and to high standards, contractors are monitored and supervised ensuring performance targets are achieved and high levels of customer satisfaction is attained.

The Councils offer a range of staff benefits: • Pension • Generous leave entitlements starting at 25 days plus bank holidays (pro-rata) • Flexible working, where appropriate • Employee Assistance Programme • Access to employee benefits platform. Where you can find discounts for high street shops, leisure discounts, holiday discounts, salary sacrifice schemes and more Need further information? Please contact Andrew W Rainbow (recruiting manager) on: 07929095646 or email: andrew.rainbow@bromsgroveandredditch.gov.uk or email: recruitment@bromsgroveandredditch.gov.uk For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/job/192887/building-surveyor/ Closing date for completed applications: 19 April 2024 (Midnight) Interviews are due to take place: week commencing 6 May 2024

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St. John’s Primary Academy Hobnock Road, Essington, Wolverhampton, WV11 2RF Telephone: 01922 476695

EXPERIENCED CLASS TEACHER Required from: September 2024 Contract type: Full time, temporary initially, with the potential for a permanent post for the right candidate Salary: up to £46,525 (subject to Teacher’s Pay & Conditions) The continued expansion of St. John’s Primary Academy has resulted in an exciting opportunity for an experienced teacher being available for September 2024. This post offers the potential for career progression.

Principal Planning Officer Development Management Salary: £42,403 - £45,441 plus market supplement of £1,105 This is an exciting opportunity to play a key part in the growth of Rugby Borough with large developments in two sustainable urban extensions, high quality employment and technology sites such as Ansty Park and the exciting regeneration of Rugby Town Centre. There is also plenty of diversity in the workload not only through the major schemes that you will be dealing with but the other key features of our Borough including the rolling Warwickshire countryside much of which is Green Belt and significant heritage and cultural work preserving the birthplace of the game of Rugby.

For an informal discussion or further information about the role, please call / email Richard Holt our Development and Enforcement Manager on 01788 533687 / richard.holt@rugby.gov.uk Closing date: 18th April 2024

Principal Planning Officer Major Projects Salary: £42,403 - £45,441 plus market supplement of £1,105 This is an exciting opportunity to play a key part in the growth of Rugby Borough with large developments in two sustainable urban extensions (Houlton and South West Rugby), high quality employment and technology sites such as Ansty Park and the exciting regeneration of Rugby Town Centre. There is also plenty of diversity in the workload not only through the major schemes that you will be leading on but the other key features of our Borough including the rolling Warwickshire countryside much of which is Green Belt and significant heritage and cultural work preserving the birthplace of the game of Rugby.

For an informal discussion or further information about the role, please email Helen Nightingale, Major Projects and Economic Development Manager at helen.nightingale@rugby.gov.uk Closing date: 18th April 2024 For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.wmjobs.co.uk

School Business Manager Salary: £32,076 to £39,186 Subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review Harper Bell Seventh-day Adventist school, known for its high expectations and nurturing Christian ethos, is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and experienced School Business Manager to join a dedicated and hardworking team. This opportunity requires a professional who can provide accurate and efficient financial and operational leadership, to advise and work closely with the Headteacher, other senior leaders and the governing board.

KS1/KS2 Classroom Teacher Salary: MPR/UPR

The posts we have available for September would be particularly suitable for ambitious candidates with five years’ teaching experience, in any area of the primary age range (EYFS, KS1 and KS2) who are looking to widen their experience further.

We are looking for someone who is: • An experienced, qualified teacher with a passion for teaching and learning • able to demonstrate commitment to raising standards of teaching, learning and achievement for all learners • committed to working as part of a team and fully take part in the life of our school and our community The successful candidates will align themselves closely with the values and ethos of the academy and match the high levels of discretionary effort that current staff display.

CLASS TEACHERS Required from: September 2024 Contract type: Full time, temporary Salary: £30,000 - £46,525 (subject to Teacher’s Pay & Conditions) The continued expansion of St. John’s Primary Academy has resulted in a number of exciting opportunities for teachers being available for September 2024.

We are looking for a dynamic, inspirational teacher who is an aspiring leader. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate their ability to accelerate children’s learning, be committed to achieving high standards as well as inclusion and be resilient.

The role will provide you with an opportunity to develop your leadership qualities and skills, and make a school-wide contribution. We need a teacher up to date with teaching, learning and behaviour strategies, a thorough understanding of basic skills, including phonics, and a strong knowledge of child development.

The posts we have available for September would be particularly suitable for ambitious candidates with two years’ teaching experience, in any area of the primary age range (EYFS, KS1 and KS2) who are looking to widen their experience further. Applications from energetic and enthusiastic NQT’s are also welcome and a full programme of training and support will be made available to successful candidates.

Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (SENCO) & Phase Leader

Salary: £18,225.15 (Actual, approx) Contract Type: Temporary Responsible to: Phase Leader / Assistant Headteacher / Headteacher

Salary: MPR/UPR plus TLR1 based upon current experience The role will involve supporting a team of adults, meeting parents, families and professionals and working with children and young people aged 3 -11. Our SENCO will form part of our senior leadership team. They will take the lead on developing and implementing Harper Bell Primary's strategic plan for inclusion, including for pupils with special educational needs.

The role is non-class based but will require some teaching commitment if accepted based on working full time.

Please email: c.woodburn@hbsda.bham.sch.uk to request an application pack.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/jobs/ Closing date: 22nd April 2024

We are looking for someone who is: • a qualified teacher with a passion for teaching and learning • able to demonstrate commitment to raising standards of teaching, learning and achievement for all learners • committed to working as part of a team and fully take part in the life of our school and our community

COVER SUPERVISOR

Under an agreed system of supervision, the Cover Supervisor role is to supervise whole classes during the short-term absence of the class teacher under the guidance of teaching/senior staff, including implementing work programmes, managing pupil behaviour and assisting pupils in relevant activities in line with the school’s policies and procedures.

Closing date: 3rd May 2024 at 9am Interviews: Week commencing Monday 13th May 2024

LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT – GENERAL (SEN) LEVEL 2 Contract type: Temporary Hours: 32.5 Hours per Week Term Time Only Salary: Grade 4 £17,926.03 (Annual, Actual approx.)

Applications are invited from an enthusiastic, hard-working LSA who has experience of and a passion for working with children with special educational needs. The successful candidate will also have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and hold the relevant qualifications.

Closing Date: 19th April 2024 Interviews: Week beginning 22nd April 2024 For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.stjohns-eagle.com/vacancies-1

Aspire Engage Achieve

Headteacher Salary: L21 ‐ L27 Why Choose Byron Primary School Byron Primary School is a vibrant 3‐form entry school, rated “Good” in 2022, in the heart of Bradford, serving a multi‐cultural community.

Byron Primary School offers: • A collaborative culture of inclusion and high expectations; supporting teachers so all children can learn, thrive and flourish • A focus on development and professional growth offering a wide range of opportunities across our trust partnership • Supportive and empowering line management: one Trust team focused on mutual respect, shared responsibility, and collective efficacy.

• A focus on whole education where children are encouraged to be creative, confident, and ambitious for themselves and all others.

Northern Star Academies Trust Northern Star is a Trust Partnership of schools serving the communities of Keighley, Bradford, Skipton and Harrogate. Currently with 9 schools in our family, and welcoming 7 new schools, including Byron Primary, to the Trust by September 2024. At this point we will be a Trust of 14 primaries, 2 secondaries and a School Centred Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) provider. It is an exciting time to join our trust.

The role of Headteacher is immensely rewarding and provides an incredible opportunity to make a difference on a scale that’s unlike any other. It is of critical importance to us that the appointed person is wholly child‐focused, demonstrates strong and effective pastoral and curriculum skills and the essential qualities of,integrity and humility, resilience and tenacity and most of all kindness and empathy.

It is important to us that the appointed candidate will be totally aligned to our values of Nurture, Sustain, Aspire and Thrive and wholeheartedly committed to our mission: to nurture learning in a sustainable environment so that our whole community can thrive, aspire and succeed.

For further information: Please contact Jenny McUrich – at: recruitment@nsat.org.uk or: 01756 707611 We positively welcome visits to the school and a phone call/ Teams call with the NSAT CEO: Jenn Plews. To arrange a call please contact Jenny McUrich using the contact details above.

To apply, go to: https://candidates.every.education/Vacancies/Details?advertKey=4 cf13c4b‐ddd5‐46a1‐9bd8‐28909d9a7133 Closing Date: 11:59pm, Thursday 18th April 2024 Interview Date: Week Commencing 22nd April 2024 For further vacancies at Northern Star Academies, please visit: https://www.nsat.org.uk/careers‐in‐the‐trust/vacancies/

Libraries District Manager Salary: £36,348- £41,418 (Pro rata) We have a great opportunity to join our progressive, community-focussed Libraries & Arts Service.

As District Manager you will provide leadership and develop plans and partnerships, so that the libraries in the Cannock Chase and South Staffordshire districts engage with their users and the wider community to take full advantage of the Library Offer.

In the job-share role, your usual working pattern will be on three days from Wednesday to Saturday.

Main Responsibilities You will manage and deliver the statutory library service across 5 libraries, ensuring increased engagement and programmes of activity, which promote literacy, learning, prosperity and wellbeing within communities.

Working closely with your job-share partner, you will: • Directly manage the supervisors in each of the libraries, and the admin assistant in the District, and oversee the supervisors' responsibilities for their teams of staff and volunteers, and for their premises.

• Support and create a strong performance culture, which demonstrates impacts and benefits for local communities.

• Support training and development for the library workforce to build a team that is ambitious, courageous and empowered.

• Participate in and develop local networks and partnerships, which raise awareness of and enhance the local library offer.

The Ideal Candidate You will need to have a broad understanding of the Libraries and Arts offer along with: • Degree or equivalent level qualification or leadership experience • Substantial experience of operational service management and delivery and of motivating teams • Knowledge of shaping and developing public services • Experience of working successfully in partnership with other organisations For more information please contact Alan Medway: alan.medway@staffordshire.gov.uk For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/job/192890/libraries-districtmanager-/ Closing date: 8th April 2024

HEADTEACHER Salary: L16 - L22 (£68,400 - £79,112) Corbridge Middle School is seeking a motivated and inspiring new Headteacher. We have a vibrant school community, and the new Headteacher will be integral to enabling our children to achieve ambitious outcomes.

We are a popular, Outstanding rated middle school (Years 5-8) situated on the edge of the village of Corbridge in the Tyne Valley, 20 miles west of Newcastle upon Tyne. The 360 children on roll come to us from across a wide geographic area, drawn by the school’s consistently excellent reputation.

We pride ourselves on supporting our children to become successful learners, confident individuals and responsible citizens. We invest in subject specialists across a wide range of curriculum areas, support our staff through regular training and CPD, and have a strong Senior Leadership Team, supported by a collaborative governing body. We also have a widely-respected SEND provision and pride ourselves on our inclusivity.

Governors are looking for a Headteacher who is: • A visionary leader who inspires, motivates and develops colleagues • A powerful communicator, capable of engaging all our stakeholders • An example of effective teaching and learning practice • Able to plan and deliver targeted improvements through effective management and delegation • Able to demonstrate a strong track record of curriculum development Application packs can be downloaded from: https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/Headteacher_C orbridge_Middle_School/261855 and must be returned to: headships@northumberland.gov.uk We look forward to receiving applications by Noon on Wednesday 17th April 2024.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced criminal records check is required for this post.

Faculty Leader Science Salary: Leadership 8-12 We are seeking an outstanding and motivated faculty leader for science to join our team at The Avon Valley School. The successful candidate will be highly skilled and dynamic, committed to raising standards for our students. The school offers a distinctive ethos where we aim to inspire and support every student to fulfil both their academic and personal potential.

We are looking for an experienced colleague who has a proven ability to put policy into practice. Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational stills are a priority.

We can offer you: • A supportive faculty, and Senior Leadership Team • A focus on staff development and internal promotion • Employee benefits such as the cycle to work scheme and wellbeing support

Teacher of Science Salary: TMS/UPS We are pleased to be able to offer the opportunity for an inspirational, enthusiastic and dedicated Teacher of Science to join our successful and well-resourced Science Faculty. The school offers a distinctive ethos where we aim to inspire and support each student to prepare for their future, by fulfilling both their academic and personal potential.

The successful candidate will be a specialist with considerable personal enthusiasm for the subject. They will have the ability to adapt to the needs of students. Good emotional intelligence and a passion for engaging students in learning are essential.

For further information, the application form and job description, please visit our website: https://www.avonvalleyschool.uk, email: recruitment@avonvalleyschool.uk or telephone: 01788 542355. Please note we do not accept CV's without an application form. Please note we do not provide working visas. Please send completed application forms to: recruitment@avonvalleyschool.uk. Please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2023.

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Assistant Head Teacher with SEND and Inclusion Responsibility Salary: L2 - L6 £48,366 - £53,380 per annum We have a fulfilling and rewarding opportunity for a talented and researched-based practitioner to take on the role of Assistant Headteacher from September 2024.

The successful person will be an integral member of the school’s leadership team and work closely with our two Deputy Headteachers and the Headteacher in embedding our new school vision. This, in addition to being the strategic lead for special educational needs and behaviour.

We require somebody who: • Is an exemplary classroom practitioner first and foremost, who will be able to support others to improve their teaching • Can strike a balance between being empathetic and supportive of pupil needs but also holds high ambition, believing every child can • Holds a calm and measured professional disposition around school and is able to model an objective view • Has exceptional organisational qualities and is efficient in meeting deadlines • Can coach, support, and line-manage staff including holding them to account for their practice and provision In addition to the above, the successful person will work across both school sites (only 0.9 miles apart) and support the school’s operational running.

We can offer you: • Well-behaved children who appreciate all that we do • Appreciative families where the smallest things make a big difference • No overall classroom responsibility • Some protected time working from home time each week, in agreement with the Headteacher • The support of an Assistant SENCO • A Deputy Headteacher at either site, to call upon if needed • An approachable Headteacher who is committed to professional development opportunities in all forms Successful competition of the National Award for SENCO is preferable although not essential for the right candidate to support our school to move forward.

It is a very exciting time to join our school with a new name, logo and uniform planned for September, to signify a fresh start.

For further details and an applicaation form please visit: https://jobs.derbyshire.gov.uk/teaching-deputy-leadership-victoria-community-school-burtonon-trent-assistant-head-teacher-with-send-and-inclusion-responsibility/41756.job Closing date: 29th April 2024 Provisional Interview Date: Wednesday 8 May 2024

Class Teacher Salary: MPS £30,000 - £41,333 per annum / UPS £43,266 - £46,525 per annum We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic classroom practitioner to join our teaching team from September 2024. It is a really exciting time to join our school as we have a new school name, logo and uniform and we embed a new vision to celebrate our 150th anniversary. The successful candidate will get to play a big part in shaping the journey forward.

We require somebody who: • Can bring new energy and ideas to our school • Has high expectations of all children, irrespective of their background or ability – believing that every child CAN • Is supportive and inclusive of all children and their families • Wants to make a real difference For further details and an applicaation form please visit: https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/job/193212/class-teacher-victoria-community-school/ Closing Date: Friday 26th April 2024 Possible Interviews: Friday 3rd May 2024 Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and a place can be booked by contacting the school office and asking for Sarah Tompkinson. Telephone: 01283 247420 Visit Dates Wednesday 10 April 2024 @ 2.00pm Friday 12 April 2024 @ 3:45pm Friday 19 April 2024 @ 3:45pm Tuesday 23rd April 2024 @ 3:45pm Friday 26 April 2024 @3.45pm This post is subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced Disclosure check.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Please return your application form by email to: office@victoria.staffs.sch.uk

Salary: £51,515 - £56,331 37 hours per week - £51,515 - £56,331 per annum We are looking for a new team member to help us lead the delivery of the exciting growth agenda in Wychavon District. Wychavon is one of the fastest growing Districts in the West Midlands with major growth proposals such as Worcestershire Parkway for 10,000 new homes and 50 hectares of employment land, Throckmorton for 5,000 new homes and an exciting brownfield regeneration agenda in key market towns such as Evesham and Droitwich. This new role will lead the team delivering these key sites working closely with the strategic sites lead and policy and development management teams.

This role is one where you can truly make a difference working on some of the largest development proposals in the region in a supportive environment and growing team.

Development Manager (Householder Applications) Salary: £46,464 - £50,512 per annum, plus £4000 market forces supplement 37 hours per week

Development Manager (Wychavon) Salary: £46,464 - £50,512 per annum, plus £4000 market forces supplement 37 hours per week As a Development Manager reporting into the Head of Development Management, you will lead and inspire a small team of planners, supporting primarily with householder applications across both districts.

The role is varied and no day will be the same – you’ll ensure the smooth running and management of the team, alongside managing your own caseload of complex or major applications. You will also process and assess a caseload of varied planning applications, check officer reports and recommendations, allocate and sign off decisions, deal with appeals and general correspondence and provide pre-application advice.

Principal Planning Officer Salary: £42,403 - £46,464 per annum, plus £4000 market forces supplement payment Up to 37 hours per week, part time hours will be considered In this role you will be responsible for managing major applications across our districts.

This involves the allocation, vetting and processing of applications, involving site inspections, negotiations (including s106 agreements), consultations and general correspondence, the preparation of written reports and their subsequent presentation where necessary to the Area Planning Committees. You will also deal with S78 planning appeals whether under the written representations, informal hearing or public inquiry procedures and you will support the Development Manager in the allocation and issuing of decisions on planning related matters.

You will be in regular contact with applicants, agents, members of the public and elected members. Great communication skills and an ability to engage with a range of stakeholders is therefore essential along with a commitment to delivering an outstanding service to all our customers.

Assistant/Graduate Planning Officer Salary: £26,421 - £30,296 per annum 37 hours per week As an Assistant Planning Officer you will develop your own caseload and work within one of the small teams that make up our experienced Development Management service.

You will be responsible for the processing of planning and other planning related applications at the direction of the Development Managers. This will include site appraisals, research, negotiations, report writing, occasional presentation at planning committee and appeal work.

You will be in regular contact with applicants, agents, members of the public and other users of the service. Great communication skills and an ability to engage with a range of stakeholders is therefore essential along with a commitment to delivering an outstanding service to all our customers.

To discuss the post or for further information, please call Ciaran Power, Head of Development Management on 01684 862317, or Ian Macleod, Director of Planning and Infrastructure on 07823 535035.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/jobs/ Closing date: 28 April 2024

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Chaplain – Port of Immingham Salary: £25,740 Hours: 30 per week An exciting opportunity to join a maritime charity serving seafarers in the Port of Immingham.

HGV Technician Salary: Grade 9 Point 23 to Point 25 £32,076 to £33,945 per annum pro rata £16.62 to £17.59 per hour About the role: You will be a key member of the Fleet services workshop team based in Newtown, working with the team to Inspect, repair and maintain a wide variety of vehicles, trailers and equipment to more than DVSA minimum standards.

QVSR is The Seafarer’s Mission of the Methodist Church and provides welfare support in ports across the UK – Bristol, Felixstowe, Tilbury, and Immingham as well as providing welfare support and accommodation to retired seafarers in its mission building in the east end of London. The charity has been supporting seafarers since 1843.

The role is based at our workshop in Newtown, but you maybe required to work on-site.

You will also form part of the workshops winter standby rota, being on call to attend any out of hours breakdowns. (approx. 1 week in 4).

About you: • Experience in a commercial workshop • HGV licence (Desirable but not essential) • Technical qualification (City& Guilds or NVQ qualified technician) or proven experience in repairing & maintaining vehicles • Be a team player with a desire to develop and mentor apprentices • Have good interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate to all levels What you will do: • Carry out routine maintenance and repairs on all makes of vehicles, trailers and equipment to DVSA standards.

• Diagnose and rectify all types of faults • Attend disabled vehicles at the roadside and depots maintain a high standard of cleanliness and tidiness • Ensure all health & safety regulations and safe working practices are adhered to • Order and return of any parts required If you have any questions about the role, please contact: Shaun Matthews Email: shaun.matthews@powys.gov.uk Phone: 01597 827617 or 01874 611069 For further details and to apply, please visit: https://en.powys.gov.uk/view-job?id=643848diiY&lang=USA

QVSR assumed responsibility for the Immingham Seafarers Centre in July 2022 and as part of our ongoing development we are seeking to appoint a Port Chaplain. This post will look after the day-to-day needs of seafarers visiting the Port and will be a key link between the Town of Immingham and QVSR’s work in the Port.

Centre Manager Location: QVSR Immingham Seafarers Centre Salary: £30,000 • Reporting to: Deputy CEO Position Type: Permanent Hours of Work: 40hrs p/wk The Role of Centre Manager is to ensure the smooth operation of QVSR Immingham Seafarers Centre to provide a welcoming and clean environment for Seafarers, external visitors, and the wider community. Furthermore, ensure that all QVSR Seafarers Centres policies and legislation are complied with. The post holder will report to the Deputy CEO. The post-holder will be expected to work a shift pattern which will involve evening and weekend working.

Interested applicants are encouraged to contact our HR Manager at recruitment@qvsr.org.uk for an application form and job description.

Closing date: 24th March 2024

Team Manager Robin Hood Multi Academy Trust 77 Pitmaston Road, Birmingham B28 9PP

Salary: £45,441.00 - £47,420.00 per annum About the Team and the Role

Telephone number: 0121 464 2187 Email: pa@robinhoodmat.co.uk

MAT Safeguarding Lead Salary: £49,498 to £60,606 About us: At Robin Hood Multi Academy Trust, we are passionately committed to the education and welfare of children. Guided by a strong moral compass, we strive to nurture independent thinkers and resilient individuals, instilling in our pupils the moral values needed to effect positive change in the world. Our mission is to connect like-minded schools, creating an inspiring and equitable learning experience for every child, irrespective of their school within the Trust.

The Role: We are seeking an experienced professional to join our MAT as the Trust Safeguarding Lead. This key role offers the opportunity to champion the safety and wellbeing of children, providing strategic leadership in safeguarding across our Trust and fostering a secure, supportive environment for all our pupils.

Ideally we are seeking a start date of 1 April 2024.

Join us at Robin Hood MAT, where your role will have a profound impact on the lives of children across our Trust. We look forward to welcoming a professional who shares our vision for education and is passionate about driving excellence in safeguarding.

Location: Hybrid working model either centrally at Robin Hood MAT Office or from home. However, due to the nature of the role a willingness to work across multiple sites in Birmingham and Solihull is essential.

Job Description: The MAT Safeguarding Lead will play a crucial role in ensuring the highest standards of safeguarding across all schools within the Trust. This position demands strategic oversight, a thorough understanding of safeguarding policies and practices, and the ability to effectively manage and support the safeguarding framework within the Trust’s schools.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.robinhoodmat.co.uk/vacancies-at-our-trust-and-in-ourschools/

This is a unique opportunity for a Team Manager to be part of an integrated multi-disciplinary specialist mental health team.

The successful applicant will be employed by Warwickshire County Council but seconded to Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership Trust (CWPT) Mental Health Services under a successful section 75 agreement. This allows for the meaningful integration of the social care agenda within the local Mental Health Trust and prioritises a holistic person-centred approach to meeting the needs and outcomes of the local population.

The successful applicant will take a strengths-based approach to a team of Social Care Practitioners who support and provide care for customers and Carers to maximise their potential for independent living and promoting their full inclusion in the community. Applicants should have experience in working in Mental Health and especially dementia services and ideally have some managerial and supervisory experience. The role will primarily provide leadership to the Mental Health Social Care Dementia and Carer Service, although the applicant will need a broader experience of Mental Health services.

Key Requirements You will be able to demonstrate excellent organisational skills, a head for complexity, and a desire to improve the outcomes and wellbeing of our customers and be keen to cultivate skills and strengths within this staff group.

If the successful applicant is a qualified Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) you will be part of a countywide AMHP rota assessing people of all ages who are experiencing a mental health crisis.

North Warwickshire has a population of just over 313,00 (2021 census) and hundreds of acres of beautiful countryside. We cover the three district councils of Rugby, Nuneaton and Bedworth and North Warwickshire including the towns of Rugby, Nuneaton, Bedworth, Atherstone and Coleshill.

If you have any questions about the role please contact Richard Rudd WCC Team Manager, on 07879694296 or richardrudd@warwickshire.gov.uk

Tiverton Academy Tiverton Road Birmingham B29 6BW Telephone number: 0121 464 3125 Email: ateasdale@tivertonacademy.org

Building Site Manager Salary: £25,119 to £31,364 Contract type: Permanent Hours per week: 36.5 all year round If you have experience of maintenance work, site management and are keen to provide a forward thinking and excellent environment for learning at Tiverton Academy, we would like to hear from you.

We are looking to appoint a Site Manager with good practical, organisational, communication and people skills who can work on their own initiative and be a supportive member of the team.

We are looking for someone who: • is reliable, hard-working, self-reliant, flexible and highly motivated • works to high standards of cleaning and maintenance • be able and willing to identify and complete minor repairs, general maintenance (including painting) and have a passion for DIY • is well organised, with good time management and can manage fixed deadline • carry out statutory checks and complete relevant paperwork ensuring compliance. Be proactive over Health and Safety issues • will be responsible for maintaining site security, including locking up and opening the school site, setting alarms and being a key holder • is committed to making a difference to our children, families and community We can offer you a happy, supportive working environment as well as a wide range of professional development opportunities.

Informal visits are welcomed, please ring the school on 0121 464 3125 to arrange.

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016). Therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

Further details and application form can be found on our school website at: https://www.tiverton.bham.sch.uk or email: ateasdale@tivertonacademy.org This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to all necessary pre-employment checks, including: enhanced DBS; Childcare Disqualification (where applicable); qualifications (where applicable); medical fitness; identity and right to work.

All applicants will be required to provide two suitable references.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/job/188430/team-manager/

An online search will also be carried out as part of due diligence on all short-listed candidates.

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HGV Drivers Required We are looking to recruit full time HGV Drivers to be based out of NI, the main work would be Ireland / Mainland UK. • Over 25 for insurance reasons • Minimum 1 years HGV driving experience • Full time position Pay will be negotiated at the time of interview depending on experience.

Please submit your up to date CV by visiting: https://www.jobstoday.co.uk/jobs/236771797hgv-drivers-at-mcnally-distribution-logistics-ltd

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Experienced Merchandiser Due to continued growth, we are now seeking an experienced Merchandiser to cover Northern Ireland, Co. Donegal, and some areas of Co. Louth.

Qualification and Competencies required:• Capacity to work on own initiative and as part of a team.

• Excellent time management.

• Always portray a pleasant personality and excellent company image.

• Strong DIY skills.

• Strong interpersonal skill with an ability to build effective team relationships and strong company / customer relationships.

• Good numeric and literacy skills and great attention to detail.

• Demonstrated planning and organisational abilities.

• Full clean driver’s licence and excellent driving skills.

• Previous merchandising experience essential.

If interested, please send CV to: HR Manager at Fleetwood Paints Ltd., Ballaghanea, Virginia, Co Cavan A82 N267 or alternatively email hrmanager@fleetwood.ie

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Wind Turbine Service personnel mechanical/electrical competence, full driving licence, fit and able to work at heights, occasional nights away essential.

Full training will be provided.

Salary commensurate with ability.

DEPUTY HEADTEACHER

HIGHWAY ASSET TEAM LEADER

Salary: L12 (£58,105) to L16 (£64,224)

Salary: £45,441 ‐ £47,420 per annum

The headteacher and governors are looking to appoint a highly motivated and inspirational teacher with excellent leadership and management skills. This is an exciting opportunity for an inspirational leader to work alongside the headteacher to ensure that the school motto ‘Dream, Believe, Achieve Together’ is a reality for everyone connected with the school.

The successful candidate will be an outstanding teacher who genuinely cares about the children and staff within the school. We are looking for someone who can inspire and enthuse both children and staff alike, someone who has a real passion for improving children’s learning and development.

This role provides an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to join a very successful highways and transport team who are keen to explore and implement new and innovative solutions and wants to make a difference to the local community.

Please return all application forms via email to: admin@claveringschool.org.uk marked for the a ention of Mrs Sonya Black (Headteacher).

Salary: £25,119 - £27,803

Salary: £16,895 ‐ £22,598 pa We understand choosing where you will do your apprenticeship is a big choice. It’s the start of your career and ultimately you want to make sure you’re doing what you love in the right environment, with the right people and with the skills and expertise you need to flourish.

Apprenticeships are an exciting opportunity for anyone wanting to gain experience, upskill or change career and we hope to make North Tyneside Council as your employer of choice.

An apprenticeship at North Tyneside Council, will give you: • Nationally recognised qualifications.

• Paid employment, whilst you learn.

• The knowledge, skills, and behaviours you need to succeed in your chosen pathway.

• Continuous support from both your manager and mentor.

• Additional learning and development opportunities For more information about apprenticeships at North Tyneside Council, please see our Apprenticeship Academy booklet or visit: https://my.northtyneside.gov.uk/category/120/council‐apprenticeships What happens after your apprenticeship?

Once you have successfully completed your apprenticeship; we will do our utmost to find you a suitable permanent team member role.

If you want to continue your learning, we’ll discuss the opportunities and pathways available to you.

For informal enquiries please contact: Tony Ormston: tony.ormston@northtyneside.gov.uk Closing date: 22nd April 2024 North Tyneside Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and adults at risk of harm.

All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment and to familiarise themselves with all relevant policies, procedures and guidance.

Within North Tyneside, safeguarding is everybody’s business.

About the role Are you an experienced Finance professional, looking for a new and exciting role within a busy Finance team?

We have a fantastic opportunity to join Education Partnership North East, based at our Bede campus, where you will provide financial support to our Hartlepool, Sunderland and Northumberland campuses. Our people vision is to unite our culture and empower our people, now is a great time to join us on this journey.

About the Candidate The successful candidate will be a passionate and inspiring individual who can lead, develop and manage the Financial Operations team in meeting the accounting requirements of the College and deal with the day-to-day running of the department.

You will have significant experience in leading and managing a team, be confident and experienced in implementing, managing and improving Treasury Management reporting, Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable functions. With the ability to effectively review, develop and document internal financial controls, policies and procedures is essential, as well as capability to ensure timely completion of all month-end and year-end close processes for the Financial Operation section, whilst creating effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

You will be a flexible and customer focussed individual with excellent organisational, administration and communication skills. You should be able to strongly demonstrate an ability to achieve demanding deadlines, with a high level of commitment and enthusiasm, committed to continuous improvement.

In the Northeast of England and part of the wider Tees Valley sub‐region, Stockton is a world class location that offers a great place to live and work.

Stockton’s vision for growth is based on capitalising on our outstanding assets of excellent transport links, a highly qualified local workforce, high achieving schools, good quality residential areas and a fantastic quality of life.

If you are interested in finding out further information, then please contact the school office (01429 74300) for an application pack and to arrange a visit to the school.

REVENUES AND BENEFITS ASSISTANT / OFFICER

Salary: £39,527 - £40,709 per annum

Stockton‐on‐Tees Borough Council prides itself on being a great place to work where staff are trusted, valued and supported to make a positive contribution at work.

In return we can offer: Friendly, enthusiastic and caring children Supportive families and governors Staff who are committed to high quality teaching and a culture where everyone is encouraged to succeed Warm, welcoming, well‐resourced environment Investment in continuous professional development (CPD) Effective links with local primary and secondary schools

CVs to john@waltonwind.co.uk

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You will play a pivotal role in our vision by leading a multi‐disciplined team of professionals responsible for the effective management of the Boroughs highway infrastructure assets, including highways, footways, street lighting and bridges and structures. You will be responsible for developing and delivering a long‐term infrastructure asset management plan, effectively utilising the available budgets, ensuring a periodical review of the appropriate policies and strategies and effective management and monitoring of the condition of the assets. We are looking for an experienced, customer focussed person who has the skills, knowledge, and proven credibility to build relationships with key stakeholders and organisations across the Tees Valley and beyond.

We warmly welcome visits to the school to see our fantastic children at work.

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We have several new and exciting roles within our Resident and Business Support service as Revenues and Benefits Assistant/Officers.

As a Revenues and Benefits Assistant, full training will be provided to progress into the role of a Revenues and Benefits Officer. For this role we are looking for individuals with a strong customer service background, excellent negotiation skills in particular maximising cash collection in a difficult economic environment, are confident in communicating with people and want to make a difference to residents. If this is you, this may be the opportunity you are looking for!

We are also looking for talented staff with experience of working in a Revenues and Benefits service. If you do have this experience, you will join the service as a Revenues and Benefits Officer (Salary £26,241 - £27,803).

To be successful in either role you need experience in customer service, effective verbal and written communication skills, and excellent attention to detail with a strong background in successful debt recovery. You will need to be self-motivated, able to work under pressure and be a real team player.

You will have a responsibility for a caseload which will include customer contact through multiple channels including both in and outbound customer calling and in-person in our Contact Centre, personally ensuring all cases are dealt with to conclusion in accordance with all relevant statutory regulations, policies and procedures and maximising cash collection.

We can offer: • The opportunity for blended working between home and our fantastic new flagship council offices.

• Ongoing training and development.

• Hugely varied, interesting and rewarding work.

• Fantastic career progression opportunities.

• A real team spirit in an innovative, responsive, and growing service area.

For an informal discussion about the opportunity, please contact Paul Wray, Head of Finance on 0191 5116508

If you would like to talk through this opportunity further, please call Leanne Miller on 01642 726556 or Kellie Appleyard on 01642 726399.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.educationpartnershipne.ac.uk/vacancies.aspx

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/Revenues_and_Benefits_Assistant_Officer/262204

Closing date: 16th April 2024

Closing date: 22nd April 2024

In return we offer an excellent total reward package, including: • A competitive salary of up to £47,420.

• Flexible working arrangements – working onsite at our main office in central Stockton, at our other Council buildings within the Borough (where appropriate), and the ability to work some of your time from home.

• 27 days annual leave per year rising to 32 with 5 years’ service and the ability to purchase additional leave.

• Generous Pension Scheme through the LGPS with ability to pay extra and plan for retirement • Access to a number of employee benefits including an employee counselling service, physiotherapy, salary sacrifice car lease scheme and more.

If you would like an informal discussion about the post, please contact Simon Milner, Highways Manager on 01642 526703.

For further details and to apply, please visit: www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/Highway_Asset_Team_Leader/262064 Closing date: 10th May 2024

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CHIEF OFFICER & TOWN CLERK

HOSPITALITY MANAGER

Salary: £70,385 - £84,214 (scp55 to scp62)

Salary: £29,777- £31,364

Are you an energetic, strategic thinker with a desire to see the improvement of the local community?

If so Peterlee Town council needs you to be their new Chief Officer and Town Clerk.

We are currently seeking a passionate Hospitality Manager to inspire the team and deliver an outstanding customer experience.

Using your excellent financial, management and policy development skills you will ensure that the Town Council can deliver its strategic vision for the town. This is a role which will both challenge and enrich your abilities with the backing of your fellow staff and council members.

The appointment of a Hospitality Manager will complete the Duty Management team working on a shift rota which includes evening and weekends. The role comes with specific responsibilities to help deliver and improve the hospitality offer at the Pavilion. If you are interested in the challenge of working in a fast paced environment requiring initiative, flexibility and teamwork and you can demonstrate the relevant skills and experience from a hospitality management role we would welcome your application to serve the community of Peterlee and surrounding area.

As the Town Clerk you will be the Proper Officer of the Council and will have a statutory duty to carry out all the functions required by law of a Local Authority’s Proper Officer. You will have full responsibility for ensuring that the instructions of the Council are carried out.

About you: You will be experienced in managing Hospitality, Events or Cultural delivery.

In the role you will be expected to advise the Council on, and assist in the formation of, overall policies to be followed and to produce all information required for making effective decisions.

The role you will hold is accountable to the Council for the effective management of all its resources and responsible for the management of the Council’s finances. You will be designated as the ‘Responsible Finance Officer’ as per s151 of the Local Government Act 1972.

You will work with one of the largest Town Councils in Durham with offices at Shotton Hall and options for hybrid working. On occasion you may be required to carry out duties across the area and at times which may be outside of core office hours dependent upon the tasks you are working on.

You will have experience in managing and leading teams, working with a range of customers with different needs, and have the ability to make improvements to our business using excellent communication skills, have high level of IT skills, (e.g. social media savvy, able to collect, input and interpret sales and management data using Ms excel) have experience in business/sales planning and personal target setting. You will take Health and Safety responsibilities seriously to carry out risk assessments, be the responsible officer on Duty in case of an incidents e.g. fire/evacuation.

You will play a pivotal role in the planning and promotion of in-house events and engaging with new customers to make bookings and ensure their private parties are delivered beyond their expectations.

Be responsible for the day-to-day management of bookings including setting up according to agreed customer specifications and clean up post event booking.

You will assist the Manager in developing and delivering the improvement plan to drive increased footfall and bookings.

The council will also support your continual development and if you do not already hold the Certificate in Local Council Administration you will be expected to study towards this within 12 months of taking up the post.

This is a fast paced and exciting role which will require someone of the highest quality to carry out successfully. The Town Council has a vision which they need you to help deliver for the people of Peterlee.

If you are prepared to take the jump and enjoy the excitement of developing the wonderful town of Peterlee please visit: https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/Chief_Officer_Town_Clerk_Peterlee_Town_Council/262331 and let us know all about you.

Closing date: 28th April 2024

Teacher of History Salary TMS/ UPS. ECTs welcome to apply.

Starting September 2024 or earlier Based at Meadow Park, Abbey Road, Coventry CV3 4BD An exciting opportunity has arisen at Meadow Park School for a mo‐ tivated and flexible History teacher to join a strong and enthusiastic Humanities department, where teachers are committed to delivering a high quality, lively and interesting curriculum to challenge and inspire all our students. The ideal candidate will be required to teach History to KS3 and KS4, and KS5 as our new Business & Innovation Sixth Form Centre grows.

Finham Park Multi Academy Trust is a growing organisation, which is currently made up of eight schools across Coventry and Warwickshire, of which Meadow Park School is one. The Primary and Secondary schools in Finham Park MAT set out to pioneer, innovate and deliver a “World Class” education for all.

The successful candidate must be: Committed to making a positive difference to the lives of students and staff. Resilient with a strong personal drive. Passionate about securing the most productive learning opportunities for students in school. Values driven, dedicated to “Thrive Together” We will offer you: • A positive and innovative learning culture, where wellbeing and workload are effectively managed.

• A dedicated, highly skilled and committed staff, upholding high expectations and aspirations for all of our students.

• A strong sense of community and a warm, welcoming workplace.

Frequent opportunities to collaborate with teachers and support staff from the other schools in the MAT to develop and share best practice.

• A vibrant, modern building and facilities (including the use of two minibuses for fixtures/tournaments) in a beautiful location within easy reach of the M40/M6 corridor.

DEPUTY HEAD TEACHER Salary: £57,482 - £63,430 Required for 1st September 2024, subject to all clearances being in place.

Ravensworth Terrace is a modern two form entry primary school in the heart of Birtley. We are a popular school with a happy, friendly, inclusive atmosphere.

The governing body is seeking to appoint an inspirational, empathetic, and dynamic Deputy Headteacher. We are also looking for someone who will further develop our rich, varied, and engaging curriculum.

We are looking for a Deputy Headteacher who: • Has proven success of helping to lead a primary school.

• Will be approachable and visible, have excellent communication skills and will work collaboratively with governors, the head teacher and leadership team, staff, parents, and the wider community.

• Will be passionate about the mental health and wellbeing of all staff and children, whilst maintaining high expectations of achievement and behaviour.

• Is resilient, creative, and committed to the future success of our school.

• Values children as individuals with personal strengths and needs and who strives to meet those needs.

Are you looking for your next challenge? Do you relish the chance to support colleagues to secure rapid sustained school improvement? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Informal visits are welcomed and will take place at 4.30pm on Monday 15th April. Please contact Susan Cassidy (School Business Manager) on: 0191 4334200 or: susancassidy@gateshead.gov.ukto arrange an appointment.

Candidates who submit an application form before the closing date, may be invited for interview early, therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible.

For a wealth of information about our school and the latest newsletters, please visit our website: https://www.ravensworthterrace.com/

Visits to the school are welcomed. If you would like to have an informal discussion with the Headteacher, Bernadette Pettman about the role telephone 02476 302580.

The closing date for applications is 12 noon Wednesday 17th April.

Shortlisting will take place on Thursday 18th April.

Interviews will be on Thursday 25th April.

Closing date: Monday 22nd April 2024

You will work with the Marketing and Communications officer on social media and website content in relation to event and hospitality services at the Pavilion working across the team.

To be part of the Food and Beverage team that provides an exciting, healthy, innovative, quality food and beverage operation in order to create demand which meets customer needs whilst increasing income.

We encourage you to get in touch with the Centre Manager, Andrew on 0191 5869957 for an informal chat about the role.

If you are ready to be part of something special, call us for an application form and a candidate pack on 0191 5862491, or you can download by visiting: https://peterlee.gov.uk/job-opportunity-peterlee-pavilionhospitality-manager/ Please return your completed application form to corporateadminteam@peterlee.gov.uk or post to Peterlee Town Council, Council Offices, Shotton Hall, Peterlee, Co. Durham, SR8 2PH, by no later than 12Noon, Thursday 25th April 2024.

Deputy Headteacher Salary Leadership Scale 17‐21 (£69,970 ‐ £77,195) Starting September 2024 or earlier Based at Meadow Park, Abbey Road, Coventry CV3 4BD We are delighted to announce that we are recruiting an additional Deputy Headteacher in a brand new role commencing September 2024. This is an exciting opportunity that has arisen due to the increase in numbers on roll and the expansion of the school, including its new Business and Innovation Sixth Form Centre. We are seeking to appoint an inspirational and dynamic Deputy Headteacher who has exceptional leadership skills and shares an ambitious vision to work with the Headteacher, Governors and Senior Leadership Team to support the school on its improvement journey.

Finham Park Multi Academy Trust is a growing organisation, which is currently made up of eight schools across Coventry and Warwickshire, of which Meadow Park School is one. The Primary and Secondary schools in Finham Park MAT set out to pioneer, innovate and deliver a “World Class” education for all.

The successful candidate must be: Committed to making a positive difference to the lives of all students and staff. Reflective and resilient with a strong personal drive. Able to demonstrate exceptional leadership at a senior level and work closely with the Headteacher Passionate about securing the most productive learning opportunities for students in school. Values driven, dedicated to “Thrive Together” Honest and have complete integrity and ‘moral compass’ Are you looking for your next challenge? Do you relish the chance to support colleagues to secure rapid sustained school improvement? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Candidates who submit an application form before the closing date, may be invited for interview early, therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible.

Visits to the school are welcomed. If you would like to have an informal discussion with the Headteacher, Bernadette Pettman about the role telephone 02476 302580.

Closing date: Monday 29th April 2024 Interview date: W/c 6th May 2024

Completed application forms should be returned to: apply@finhampark.co.uk or by post to: HR Department, Finham Park Multi Academy Trust, Torrington Avenue, Coventry CV4 9WT

Please supply an email address for each of your referees, all references will be taken up and verified prior to interview.

Completed application forms should be returned to: apply@finhampark.co.uk or by post to: HR Department, Finham Park Multi Academy Trust, Torrington Avenue, Coventry CV4 9WT

For further information on this role and other opportunities within the MAT, please visit: https://careers.fpmat.co.uk

Application forms are available from Susan Cassidy via email at: susancassidy@gateshead.gov.uk

For further information on this role and other opportunities within the MAT, please visit: https://careers.fpmat.co.uk

Operations Manager – Fostering, Kinship and Permanence Salary: £60,065 pa An opportunity to be part of the Senior Management Team in South Tyneside has arisen due to the progression of the current post holder.

At Children and Families Social Care here in South Tyneside we are proud to be an established and strong service that is committed to ensuring all children in South Tyneside have what they need to meet their potential.

We are part of the newly formed Children’s Directorate with a strong base of values and principles built on relationships and trust with whoever we come into contact with that strives to provide the support families and children need to be the best they can be.

As the Operations Manager for Fostering, Kinship Team and Permanence you will have responsibility for a strong and well established: Fostering Service ‐ that has been a key player regionally in innovation and continues to look to improve our offer to our existing carers whilst ensuring new carers get the support they require to provide high quality and secure placement for some of our most vulnerable children and sibling groups. You will work closely with your regional counterparts to enable a regional approach to fostering that strengthens the offer in South Tyneside and continues to improve the fostering offer. You will also continue to develop strong relationship with independent Fostering agencies to allow for children placed in these setting to have the support and foundation to maintain their link with home and the borough.

Kinship Team – the offer for our Kinship Carers is strong and getting stronger. You will support the Practice Manager to continue to strengthen the assessment and subsequent support our kinship carers and the children in their care receive, whenever they require it. We have built a support offer that is bespoke to the families circumstances with children at the heart of it, ensuring longer term stability for these arrangements allowing children to remain within their families and communities.

Permanence through Adoption – you will be the link between the Local Authority and the Regional Adoption Agency, this is a vital role in ensuring that children whose plan is adoption are matched and placed with a forever family that is appropriate for them in a timely and considered manner.

For an informal discussion about this post, please contact Tony Joyce, Service Manager – Children Cared For on (0191) 4244647 or tony.joyce@southtyneside.gov.uk For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/Operations_Manager_Foster‐ ing_Kinship_and_Permanence/262313 Closing date: 1st May 2024

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George Hastwell School Part of The Fells Multi Academy Trust Moor Tarn Lane, Barrow‐in‐Furness Cumbria LA14 3LW 01229 475253 NOR 70

We are seeking to appoint a dedicated and inspirational Head of English to join our successful and supportive English department.

Teacher of Science

Salary: Competitive

Teachers Pay scale MPS/UPS plus TLR (1a £9,272pa)

Due to retirement of the current Headteacher, we are looking to appoint an innovative and dynamic professional to lead the school and create excellent provision for our pupils and their families.

As the Headteacher, you will provide professional leadership for the school, ensuring continued success and improvement, delivering a high quality education for all pupils and good standards of learning, progress and achievement. Your leadership will be inspiring and purposeful with a clear vision and high expectation of staff and governors. You will work closely with the Trust Board, Trust Senior Leadership team, staff, pupils and parents to develop the ethos and values that will underpin the school, in line with the Trust’s values and vision.

George Hastwell School is currently transitioning to the Eden Academy Trust from September 2024 which is a multi‐academy Trust of special schools in London and the north of England. The successful candidate will benefit from Eden’s significant expertise in specialist settings, with a mentoring and support package built around the new headteacher’s development needs. Representatives from the Eden Trust will also be part of the application and interview process.

Full time, permanent. MPS/UPS. We seek to appoint a creative and dynamic individual to join our Science Department.

Full time, permanent. MPS/UPS. We seek to appoint a creative and dynamic individual to join our Mathematics department.

Teacher of Geography Full time, permanent. MPS/UPS. We seek to appoint an enthusiastic and innovative individual to join our Geography department.

For more information and to apply please visit: https://georgehastwell.org.uk/Vacancies/

Please apply by submitting a Fells Trust teaching staff application form available via our website: https://www.walneyschool.org.uk/

Visits to the school can be arranged by emailing the Trust HR Manager – tracy.houlden@thefellstrust.org.

If you have any queries, please contact HR at applications@thefellstrust.org

Maternity Cover 3 days per week Main Pay Range/Upper Pay Range

Further details and an application form are available from the HR Officer, Mr Andrew Young. By e-mail: andrewyoung@keswick.cumbria.sch.uk or from the School’s website https://www.keswick.cumbria.sch.uk/ourschool/vacancies

We are seeking to appoint a talented teacher who will inspire and challenge young people to enable them to develop into highly effective independent learners and achieve their potential as individuals. Teaching across the ability range at KS3 & KS4, this is an excellent opportunity to join a Progressive maths department. The successful candidate will require a good honours degree (or equivalent).

Closing Date: 10am Thursday 18th April 2024 Keswick School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Baring Service check.

Vacancies exist for day and evening staff to join our care team.

Teacher of Mathematics

Teacher of Mathematics (Maternity Cover)

September 2024 - February 2025

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No experience necessary as full training will be provided.

Applicants must be prepared to work alternate weekends and own transport is essential.

Contact Pauline on 01704 550482.

Senior Manager Early Help Salary: £62,711 - £68,207 Per annum International Sponsorship – this role is not open to international sponsorship Are you driven by a deep passion for helping families thrive? If so, we have an extraordinary and rewarding opportunity for you to make a meaningful impact on families' lives as one of our Early Help Senior Managers.

We are excited to be looking to secure an exceptional candidate to join our Early Help Senior Management Team and are looking for someone with extensive experience of large-scale operational management for early help delivery services.

Do you possess the leadership skills to guide frontline delivery teams towards transformative change?

Do you have experience in shaping and implementing strategies that strengthen families through early intervention, which empower families to achieve significant and sustained changes in their lives.

Can you be part of our commitment to improve outcomes for the children and young people we work with? If so, we look forward to reviewing your application.

For further information, please contact Head of Service, Kathy Ashworth Kathy.Ashworth@lancashire.gov.uk To apply, please visit: https://www.lancashire.gov.uk/jobs/

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Hospitality Manager Salary: £33,024 - £37,336 GBP year

WE ARE LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEER DRIVERS TO UNDERTAKE TRIPS TO LOCAL HEALTHCARE CENTRES Transport for Sick Children is a charity based in Greater Manchester. Our volunteer drivers use their own cars to take accompanied children with no other means of transport to hospital and clinic appointments.

Could you be one of our amazing network of volunteer drivers?

‘I find the role really rewarding. I meet some really nice families and feel at the end of each drive that I have made a difference to that family and to the wider local community as a whole. Also the support given by the office team and other drivers means you never feel isolated and they are always on hand to support you when the need arises. Having volunteered for a few local charities since I retired, Transport for Sick Children is by far the most rewarding by a long way’ John Kirkham, Volunteer driver

Interested in becoming a volunteer?

Our volunteer drivers (who are all DBS checked for their suitability to work with children) use their own cars to collect the child and carer and take them to the appointment then wait and bring them home. Drivers decide how much time they want to give, child car seats are supplied and petrol costs are reimbursed on a monthly basis.

Are you looking for an exciting career within Liverpool’s historic listed buildings?

City Halls is responsible for Croxteth Hall, Liverpool Town Hall and St Georges Hall. City Halls have huge ambitions for the future with an exciting portfolio of events and activities to deliver and we are looking for an experienced Hospitality Manager to join the team at this exciting time.

You will be responsible for managing Food & Beverage operations on all designated activity taking place within City Halls, delivering both an excellent client experience and a profitable business.

• You will lead on commercial bars, internal catering and hospitality management • You will manage, plan, forecast and co-ordinate all aspects of Food & Beverage operations for City Halls ensuring all requirements are efficiently and economically resourced, budgets are balanced and income is maximised.

• You will manage all hospitality budgets and produce management reports in relation to sales and productivity costs, staffing, footfall and quality assurance in relation to events and operations at City Halls.

• You will manage, lead and motivate the catering extended team by attracting, recruiting, training and appraising personal. You will manage relationships with 3rd party caterers ensuring they are compliant with City Hall T&C’s/ The needs of this busy venue are fluid; this is not a 9am-5pm / Monday to Friday role.

You agree to work flexibly over a 7 day week when required, which may include unsociable hours, weekends and bank holidays.

It’s really worthwhile and is so appreciated by the children, their families and the NHS.

If you would like any further information about the role or the team please contact Kate Melvin, Venue Operations Manager (St Georges Hall) on kate.melvin@liverpool.gov.uk or 07837514325.

If you are interested in becoming a volunteer please visit our website or give Laura or Marie-Anne a call on 0161 443 4122

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://lccjobs.liverpool.gov.uk

www.transportforsickchildren.org/volunteers/

Teaching Assistant

Cover Supervisor

32.5 hours per week (term-time only)

Permanent appointment

Grade 3 £23,500 - £23,893 (pay award pending)

37 hrs per week (term-time only)

Temporary fixed term contract with natural conclusion of 31/08/26 Part-time hours available on request Commencing ASAP To work under the instruction/guidance of teaching / senior staff to undertake work/care/support programmes, to enable access to learning for pupils and to assist the teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom Keswick School 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 clearance and appropriate pre-employment checks.

Further details and an application form are available from the HR Officer, Mr Andrew Young. By e-mail: andrewyoung@keswick.cumbria.sch.uk or from the School’s website https://www.keswick.cumbria.sch.uk/ourschool/vacancies Closing Date 9am Thursday 28th March 2024

Grade 4 £24,294 - £25,545 pro rata We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic individual to assist with the supervision of classes whose normal teacher is absent for a specific short-term reason. Cover Supervisors will have high expectations of all pupils and respect for their social, cultural, linguistic, religious and ethnic backgrounds.

Keswick School 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 clearance and appropriate pre-employment checks.

Further details and an application form are available from the HR Officer, Mr Andrew Young. By e-mail: andrewyoung@keswick.cumbria.sch.uk or from the School’s website https://www.keswick.cumbria.sch.uk/o ur-school/vacancies Closing Date 9am Thursday 28th March 2024

Please note shortlisting is scheduled to take place 22 April and interviews week commencing 29 April 204

Solicitor – Manchester.

Do you want to work for an award-winning boutique law firm?

A positive colleague experience at EMG Solicitors is imperative, as we know there is a direct link between this and the excellence in client care we strive to provide. Through focusing on our colleagues’ wellbeing and career development we won the national Investors in People Best employer – Silver award in 2022. In addition, the importance we place on our culture and client care means EMG Solicitors is a leading Legal 500 boutique law firm.

We are currently seeking to recruit a Solicitor to join our Court of Protection – Property & Affairs team based in our office in Manchester. The successful candidate will be passionate about providing exemplary client service. We take the view we stand and fall as a team – you will need to work both on your own and as part of a team.

In return we provide a full complement of training to support you and develop you in being the best you can be in your role; this starts with a comprehensive induction to really help you settle into your new position.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a bonus scheme which is paid equally to everyone across the firm because we believe we stand and fall together, and everyone has an equally vital role to play. We also offer a host of other colleague benefits which can be found in the job description.

A full copy of the job description and details on how to apply can be found at: https://emgsolicitors.com/vacancy/solicitor-manchester/

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PAINTER Are you an experienced Painter looking to join a continually expanding company?

Find your new role in Production or Engineering

We are currently looking to add to our team for various projects in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Fife & East Lothian.

To be considered you must have a CSCS card, are reliable, hardworking, and take pride in your work.

Company van & fuel card provided.

Rate £16 - £20

BSW are hiring for positions in Dalbeattie & Fort William

Must have: • Min 2 years’ experience • All round painting and decorating skills • Taping experience is not essential • Must have CSCS card • Good communication skills • Have ability to work on your own • Have a positive working attitude • Flexibility

Visit vacancies.bsw.co.uk or scan the QR to find out more

To apply please send your CV below or call on: 07885 579 427.

Find your place in Food.

At ABP Perth.

Time to level up your career.

At ABP Perth.

As one of the UK’s largest food producers, ABP relies on the skills and experience of its people that’s why we offer lifelong careers with secure and full time hours and competitive rates of pay, backed by great training and the opportunity to grow and progress.

Who are we looking for

ABP Perth is a state-of-the-art food manufacturing facility based in Perth, helping ABP bring the best beef to some of the nation’s biggest supermarkets.

Why work here?

The site is undergoing a multi-million-pound redevelopment making it one of the most modern facilities in the UK, with sustainability and employee welfare at its heart.

Contact the HR department Phone 01738 624242 How do I apply?

Visit abpuk.com/career Send your cv to perth.recruitment@abpbeef.com

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Temp and Perm Packers Skilled Butchers Night Cleaner Assistant Technical Manager

Lifelong career opportunities Supportive teams Regular full time and secure work Competitive rates of pay Length of service rewards Multi million pound investment program Refer a friend scheme Cycle to work scheme Subsidised canteen Discounted staff sales Free parking

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WE’RE RECRUITING Aberdeenshire - 551

Are you passionate about making a difference to a person’s life?

SLATERS REQUIRED Good rate of pay.

Must have experience.

Driving licence desirable, not essential.

Work in Aberdeen and surrounding areas.

Contact Jim on 07889 843 852

Would you like the opportunity to provide an individual with a better quality of life?

If you are passionate about providing person centred care to individuals with a diverse range of support needs, this is the job for you! There are full time and part time vacancies available in all areas, Both contracted and zero hours/bank positions. Waking night and sleep over cover also required. Shifts are predominantly 7.5 hours in duration, so staff have the opportunity to know supported people really well and engage in support for all aspects of daily living including, holidays, clubs, hobbies and social events.

Candidates who have a driving licence preferred but not essential.

Areas we cover: • Macduff • Banff • Whitehills • Ladysbridge • Portsoy • Turriff • Peterhead • Edinburgh • North Lanarkshire • Pumpherston

Benefits: • £12.32 per hour • 20K free life cover • Training • PVG costs paid by company • Enrolment info SQV Level 2 • Refer a Friend Scheme (rewards up to £2000) • Pensions Scheme • Annual Family Fun Days • Mears Rewards

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FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT: www.careers.mearsgroup.co.uk/findajob/REQ0023428 or Call Jacolyn or Angela directly on 01261 830120 THE COMPANY Cooke is a global seafood company with operations in North America, Europe, and South America. Our company’s success is driven by our dynamic, highly-skilled and innovative management team, supported by dedicated employees who live in coastal communities and contribute to the local area’s economy and sense of community.

Cooke Aquaculture Scotland is committed to responsible and sustainable production and the delivery of high quality products through a number of accreditations.

THE ROLE Reporting to the Freshwater Manager, the Freshwater Operative is responsible for all aspects of day-to-day husbandry throughout the freshwater production cycle, whilst maintaining the site’s high standards of hygiene & biosecurity.

You will be expected to participate in an alarm and weekend duty rota and be prepared to work flexible hours should the needs arise.

Qualifications/Skills Required But Not Essential As Full Training Can Be Given: • Experience working in an Aquaculture Recirculation Unit • Ability to participate in an Alarm Duty rota system • Good understanding of the aquaculture industry • Candidate must be flexible with regard to hours worked, weekend working will be required • Be a good team player but have the ability to work alone when required • Inter-personal and excellent communication skills • Clean UK driving licence

THE TERMS In return for your commitment, hard work and dedication we offer excellent terms and conditions, including competitive salary, annual bonus, excellent company pension, development opportunities, employee assistance programme, life insurance, salary sacrifice schemes, refer a friend scheme and a generous holiday entitlement.

APPLY If you want to be part of a team, open to fresh ideas, with the opportunity to help energise the corporate brand and profile of one of the leading global Seafood Companies, we'd love to hear from you.

If you wish to apply for this vacancy, please visit our website at www.cookeaquaculturescotland.com/careers We are an equal opportunities employer.

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Press Toolmakers / Trainee Toolmakers Salary: £480 to £760 Weekly We are looking to recruit Fully experienced Press Tool Makers and also Trainee Press Toolmakers.

People Director Salary: Band 12 £49,497 - £53,658 Hours: 37 hours per week/52 weeks per year (part time considered for the right candidate) Salterns Academy Trust aims to provide an excellent inclusive education for every student in each school within the Trust. The Trust currently operates two oversubscribed schools for students aged 11-16 in the North Island area of Portsmouth.

Admiral Lord Nelson School and Trafalgar School, provide excellent, inclusive education for over 2200 students. Both schools are growing, increasing to over 2300 students in the next two years. In addition, the Trust is in the process of expanding and expects to welcome Mayfield School into Salterns Academy Trust this academic year. Mayfield School is an all-through school with 1400 students aged 4-16 on roll that is embarking on a rapid school improvement journey with the Trust’s support.

We are looking to recruit an experienced HR Leader who would be working across the Trust and within our Schools. If you have a passion for HR and how this can be used to improve the life, chances of young people in a fast-paced education setting then we want to hear from you.

Salterns Academy Trust and its Governing Body are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people; and they expect all staff to share this commitment.

If you have any questions about the role or would like to arrange a tour, please contact Jo Smith 02392 693521 To apply, please complete the application form that can be found on the Salterns Trust website: https://salternstrust.co.uk/careers Please submit completed applications to: recruitment@trafalgarschool.org.uk Closing date: 02/04/2024 at 17:00 The Salterns Academy Trust and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring checks along with other relevant employment checks including an online check.

Some forms of employment, occupations and professions are exempted from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Working within a School is exempted from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

You are applying for a role that is eligible for an enhanced DBS check and access to the barred list and if shortlisted for interview you will be required to complete the relevant self-declaration and disclosure form and taking into account the offences that are protected or filtered declare: • All unspent convictions and conditional cautions.

• All spent convictions and adult cautions that are not protected (i.e., that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020).

• If you have been barred from working with Children and / or Adults at risk.

Potential trainees would preferably have previous experience in the engineering sector, and be familiar with using engineering machinery.

Excellent working environment and working conditions.

Salary: OCC Grade 9 or by agreement East Oxford Primary School is currently seeking to employ a bursar to take an overview of school budgets and finances. You will be well supported by office staff who complete day-to-day financial tasks such as processing invoices and be responsible for the management of the school budget, to include: * Payroll reconciliation * Budget monitoring * Budget setting in partnership with the headteacher * Acting as approver for procurement cards * Providing support and guidance for SAP and OCC procedures.

We currently have a bursar visit for approximately 3 hours per fortnight, with additional hours available for budget-setting.

We are open to employing the successful candidate on a casual claim. This role may also be suitable for a self-employed bursar, subject to IR35 rules.

The successful candidate will have either: * A background in school business management and/or finance * Familiarity with SAP/IBC * The ability to remain up-to-date with OCC guidance and procedures, eg through termly bursar/business manager briefings.

Please contact the headteacher, Russell Kaye, for an informal conversation and job description. headteacher2525@eastoxfordprimary.co.uk

Deputy Town Clerk Salary: £41,418 – £44,428 We’re recruiting for an organised and efficient individual to join our team in the role of Deputy Town Clerk at Lewes Town Council.

Based at Lewes Town Hall but with scope for flexible working arrangements, this role is responsible for strategy, operations, and management.

Working directly with the Town Clerk, the Deputy Town Clerk will influence our policies, oversee our three beloved community venues, and keep our finance and governance in check.

Other tasks and duties include supporting and deputising for the Town Clerk, and improving the HR functions of the council.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://lewes-tc.gov.uk/your-council/publicnotices/job-vacancies/

For further details and to apply, please email: gordono@ryelandtoolmakers.co.uk

Headteacher Salary: L17-L23

Assistant Principal Leadership scale 10 – 14 £58,957 - £65,009 Together we inspire lifelong learning, perseverance, kindness and growth. We transform the lives of our children and families by harnessing the opportunities they deserve to thrive, as healthy and engaged individuals.

We are delighted to inform you that we are recruiting for an Assistant Principal at Dove House Academy.

We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking leader who will be enthusiastic about challenge, have high expectations and lots of energy! A leader who is passionate and committed to working with young people.

Dove House Academy has a primary need of moderate learning difficulties or specific learning difficulties; however, an increasing proportion have a diagnosis of severe learning difficulties or Autism. As a result, we are currently on an exciting journey of curriculum development to ensure that our ‘outstanding’ setting continues to meet the needs of future cohorts, to an exceptionally high standard. In support of this, we are seeking an experienced Senior Leader from within the specialist sector will bring expertise in developing a high quality curriculum and continuous improvement in the quality of education for our pupils with a broad range of special educational needs.

The successful candidate will be an experienced leader with the desire to make a difference. You will work within the Senior Leadership Team at Dove House Academy to ensure the learning and development of pupils and safe working practises of all staff.

For more details please visit our website: http://solent-trust.net

We are seeking an outstanding Headteacher with ambition, experience and enthusiasm to lead our vibrant school. This is an exciting time for a candidate with the skills and vision to build on our successes and make a great school even greater.

What skills and experience we’re looking for Our new Headteacher will: • be driven by a love of learning and a passion to realise the potential of every child.

• be a creative and inspirational leader who strives for excellence in all areas.

• be an empowering and nurturing people manager.

• be open, approachable and unwaveringly enthusiastic.

• have exceptional communication and interpersonal skills and a desire to build positive working relationships with staff, parents, and community.

• be able to embrace and manage change with an entrepreneurial spirit and an openness to different ideas.

About us and what the school offers its staff • We are a happy and inclusive school in the centre of the thriving semi-rural village of Sonning Common, just a short drive from Reading and Henley-on-Thames.

• Our school is a values-led community school centred around making good relationships, teamwork and caring for others.

• We were judged as continuing to be ‘Good’ by Ofsted in September 2023.

• We have an ambitious and cohesive curriculum which produces academic results consistently above the local and national averages.

• We have an active and diverse sports curriculum with an onsite swimming pool, a multi-use games area and a large sports field.

• We have a huge and varied outdoor space including two woodland areas for teaching and learning and Recognised Provider status from the Forest School Association.

Visits to the school are most welcome by appointment. Please contact Kate Balcon, our school business manager (sbm@sonning-common.oxon.sch.uk) to arrange a time

Please complete a Solent Academies Trust application form.

If you have any questions at all or wish to submit an application please email: recruitment@solentacademiestrust.info.

A full job application pack and application form can be downloaded from: https://sonningcommonprimary.co.uk

Please note we will only accept applications completed on our Solent Academies Trust form.

Deadline for applications - Application forms should be submitted with a covering letter addressed to Keith Settle, Chair of Governors, by noon on Monday 18th March to sbm@sonning-common.oxon.sch.uk. CVs cannot be accepted.

Closing date is Friday 12th April at noon.

Interviews will be held on Thursday 18th April

We expect staff and volunteers to share our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Current Vacancies

COACH DRIVER Are you a qualified PSV driver?

Due to an increase in work we are looking to fill various driver position’s.

Would you be interested in a Second Job, Part Time Job or Full Time?

If you hold a PSV cat D Licences, contact us for more details.

BUS & COACH MECHANIC We are also looking for a Full Time qualified Bus & Coach Mechanic with knowledge and experience of maintaining and repairing commercial vehicles.

Please email info@pscoaches.co.uk or call 01865 391794 for more information.

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Engineer - Development Salary: £38,092 - £42,389 per annum Hours: 37 Hours We are looking for highly motivated, suitably qualified, and experienced Engineers in the field of Highways, Development and Water management to work within our Hampshire Engineering Services team. We are seeking those with experience in concept design, feasibility, detailed design and project management, and on-site delivery, with demonstrated performance and suitable experience at this level.

This role offers the opportunity to work across a large range of projects that the council supports. You must be a confident communicator, and be organised, as the role involves working with a range of colleagues and clients both within Hampshire, and undertaking sold service work for external parties.

You will be aware and conversant with current industry legislation, standards, and guidance, and demonstrate best practice. The council is committed to mitigation climate change effects on our networks and properties and ensuring that we push towards carbon net zero and reduction of other detrimental effects in our environment.

Above all, we are looking for individuals with natural curiosity, who are innovative, show a willingness to learn and grow, with the right personal and professional values to work in the public sector supporting our communities.

Our Values: We are committed to developing our people and can offer you a career to expand your professional knowledge and learn from the best in the field, while enjoying the work-life balance you have always wanted.

We are passionate about our values: • Making a difference • Working as one organisation • Integrity and respect • Professionalism • Continuous Improvement

You will be provided with: • Opportunities to develop your skills and experience, informally, or formally.

• Flexible working arrangements such as part time hours, job shares, compressed fortnights, wrap-around school hours, and flexitime.

• Local Government Pension, and annual leave which increases over time.

• Opportunities to make a difference and receive support through staff networks for parents, carers, and people with protected characteristics.

• The support of a wider team who will value you and what you achieve.

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion: David Ryder, Group Engineer (Highways/ Water Management & Development) 07909 251438 or david.m.ryder@hants.gov.uk John Dimond, Group Engineer (Highways/ Water Management & Development) 07809 501454 or john.dimond@hants.gov.uk For more information and to apply, please visit: https://careers.newjob.org.uk/HCC/job/Winchester-Engineer-Development-HCC613935-HAM/1018975101/ Closing date: 28th April 2024

As a nurse with Belmont, you’ll give patients and relatives safe, high-quality and efficient care. You’ll work closely with senior colleagues, consultants and care workers to assess patients and provide medical support and supervision whenever and wherever needed.

A committed team player, you know how important it is to follow policies and procedures as well as the NMC Code of Conduct. You’ll be a team player, strong communicator and bring positivity and professionalism with you to every shift.

Belmont Healthcare benefits include: • Competitive rates • Revalidation fees paid • Free online training • Full support from the Belmont Team • Blue Light Card discounts • DBS check fee fully refunded

As a Registered nurse with Belmont, you’ll: • Perform a full range of registered nurse duties.

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate care programs.

• Provide care according to documentation and preferred delivery method.

• Maintain a safe working environment at all times.

• Monitor residents or clients frequently when appropriate.

• Document incidents in line with our policies and procedures.

• Escalate concerns to the care management team where required.

• Prioritise nursing care and recognise signs of deterioration in a resident or client.

• Get the right kind of medical support, like a doctor or an ambulance, if you’re concerned about a resident or client.

• Maintain accurate, timely and legible care records when required.

• Communicate effectively with other staff members, residents and relatives.

• Nurture good relationships with other team members.

Professional: • Administer prescription and nonprescription medicine responsibly and safely.

• Contribute to the care facility learning environment.

• Maintain professional standards in line with national guidance.

• Keep your personal profile up to date, promptly re-registering and revalidating your nursing credentials.

For further details and to apply, please email: recruitment@belmonthealthcare.co.uk

HEADTEACHER Salary: L18 – L24* £71,729 ‐ £82,258 Our school motto is "Be Brave, Be Brilliant, Be Our Best," which encapsulates our dynamic and ambitious approach to education. Our current Headteacher is ‘being brave’ and has made the decision to relocate her family to Cornwall for a new life in the country, thus creating this great opportunity for you.

Be brave, make a positive move, apply, and join us for an exciting new challenge. Take on our good school, with an amazing staff team, supportive governors, a strong school community, backed up with professional support from a high performing community trust and lead us towards outstanding.

As our next inspiring leader, you will be dedicated to being your ‘Bassett Best’ to provide the highest quality education and care for our children, staff, and wider community You will need to be passionate and share our school vision to: • Inspire a passion and thirst for memorable and lifelong learning.

• Provide our community with the best life chances to thrive and achieve.

• Give us the knowledge, skills, and values to succeed.

• Enable us to make a positive impact within the community and the wider world.

• Ensure every child is successful at school and beyond.

While the progress and achievements of Bassett Green Primary School are developing, we have high aspirations and we want you to be brilliant, build on the momentum and continue to drive our vision and ensure success for each and every child. You will need to share and demonstrate our school values: Resilience

Are you a registered nurse looking for flexible work with excellent rates of pay?

Clinical:

Hampshire County Council is also a flexible employer interested in making the most of your skills and offers a great work life balance.

We invest in you through our internal development programmes and training and offer a competitive salary and benefits package.

Challenge

Salary: From £19.00 per hour We have 12 hour day and night shifts available.

Responsibilities

What we can offer you: Hampshire County Council is recognised nationally as one of the highest performing local authorities in the UK. A modern, forward-looking local authority, it offers a pleasant, supportive, and collaborative working environment.

Respect

2 x RGN Nurses, Day & Night shift

Teamwork

To support our diverse community, you will be a highly effective communicator and capable of engaging our children and wider community.

You will have the ability to inspire trust and confidence, with the kindness and love that we have put at the centre of our school shining through.

We refer to this as the ‘Bassett Buzz’.

Your proven track record in driving improvement and achieving excellent outcomes in the primary phase will ensure that under your leadership our school continues to improve and children thrive.

If this opportunity excites you, come and be your best at Bassett Green Primary School.

Please do browse our website and contact the Interim School Business Manager, Elizabeth Davies, via email recruitment@bassettgreen.net if you would like to experience our lovely school for yourself.

For further details and an application form, please visit: https://hampshire.education‐jobs.org.uk/Home Candidates should complete the application form and return it via email so that it is received no later than 9am on Monday 15th April 2024 to this address: recruitment@bassettgreen.net Recruitment Selection Days: Tuesday 23rd April 2024 and Wednesday 24th April 2024.

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Haven House provides the best possible life for every seriously ill baby, child and young person and their families, who live in our local communities. Without the commitment and professionalism of our staff we would not be able to do the work that we do to support families who need us most. Working for a children’s hospice means, whatever your role, you will be making a difference.

TRUSTS AND GRANTS MANAGER £38,000 – £44,000 dependent upon experience This is a great time to join the team at Haven House as our Trusts and Grants Manager. We have recently restructured the Income Generation and Marketing team and this role sits within the High Value team, working alongside Corporate fundraising, Philanthropy and Special Events, and reporting into the Assistant Director of IGM/ Head of High Value Partnerships. The team are currently developing a new high value strategy, to underpin the organisation wide strategy and the overall IGM strategy.

HEALTH CARE SUPPORT WORKER £22,816 ‐ £24,336 subject to change We are currently looking for healthcare support workers to join our professional multi‐disciplinary team of expert practitioners. The post holder will work as a skilled member of an integrated care team providing holistic care and support for individual children and young people with life limiting conditions and their families in the hospice, home or hospital as required.

COMMUNITY & EVENT OFFICER £28,500 per annum This is a great time to join the team at Haven House, our Community & Events team are working on a new strategy to increase income and engagement with local community. This new and exciting role will give the successful candidate the opportunity to work across our community and event income lines, taking responsibility for raising income from a wide variety of supporters. We’re looking for an individual who can hit the ground running, complimenting a team that proactively develops and drives our community and events portfolio.

SOCIAL WORKER ‐ FAMILY SUPPORT MANAGER

children and families. You will need to have knowledge of and experience of statutory social work in health care, safeguarding procedures and multi‐disciplinary working are essential. You will have an excellent understanding of the social service system and the ability to work with diverse communities.

PSYCHOLOGIST PRACTITIONER TEAM LEAD £50,952 ‐ £57,349 pro rata plus London Allowance and unsocial hours payments if applicable An exciting opportunity has arisen for a HCPC Registered Psychology Practitioner Team Lead to join Haven House where you will provide a service across all levels of care, providing psychological assessment and therapy, facilitate group therapies and offering advice and consultation on psychological care to colleagues and to carers.

BAND 5 NURSE £28,407 ‐ £34,581 per annum plus London Allowance and unsocial hours payments Considering your options in your nursing career? Haven House Children’s Hospice needs a compassionate nurse like you to be part of our Clinical Care Team.

Whether you are a newly qualified nurse or want to make a change and care in a holistically‐focussed environment, Haven House welcomes all disciplines of nursing to our varied Care Team.

BAND 6 - NURSE £35,392 ‐ £42,618 per annum plus London Allowance and unsocial hours As a valued member of the integrated clinical care team providing symptom management, palliative and end‐of‐life care, as well as planned and emergency short breaks both at the hospice and in the community. As a Haven House Senior Nurse, you will support the wider team to ensure high standards of holistic care are delivered.

£43,333 pro rata per annum An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Social Worker ‐ Family Support Manager to join Haven House where you will provide a service across all levels of care to

For full job descriptions and to apply, please visit our website:

www.havenhouse.org.uk/pages/category/vacancies We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff to share this commitment.

Employment is subject to receipt of satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.

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CHAXHILL HALL Projects Officer Salary: £33,945 - £37,336 Helston Town Council is an award-winning organisation that has aspirations for the community who live and work in and visit the town. The Town Councillors and Officers are forward looking and believe in the town’s potential as it grows and enhances its position as the gateway to the Lizard Peninsula.

We currently have a rare and exciting opportunity to join the team at Helston Town Council in the role of Projects Officer. The Council is seeking an experienced, dynamic and resourceful person who will work with colleagues, elected Members and partners to develop and deliver a range of projects which benefit the town.

The successful candidate will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and a high level of self-motivation.

Candidates should have a sound knowledge of project management, excellent IT skills and an awareness of performance management.

The position is for 37 hours per week and is based on NJC pay scales for SCP 25 to 29 (£33,945 - £37,336), including 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and contributory membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.

If you would like an informal discussion about the post please contact the Town Clerk, Miss Pamela Lavelle.

ARE RECRUITING...

Care Assistant Full and Part Time hours, includes every other weekend, shifts include 8am-4pm and 4pm-10pm (may include occasional night shift) potential to progress to senior positions

Domestic Assistant To include general cleaning of the home 2-3 shifts per week, shifts 8am-2pm (including every other weekend) Covid vaccinations are a requirement for this job position.

For further details of the above positions please contact Portia Brown on

01452 760717

Planning and Committee Support Clerk Salary: NJC SCP11: £24,054 pro rata We are ideally looking for someone with experience of local government and the planning system, although this is not essential and training will be given. You will be responsible for the planning functions of the Council and be able to deal with day to day enquiries whilst working to a schedule of agendas, minutes and planning meetings. The post will also support the work of the Environment Committee and occasionally with some of the smaller working groups of the Council. The position is part-time on a two weekly pattern, though the ability to be flexible with working hours is desirable.

You must be able to work closely with a small team of employees from both the office and home.

An application form is available here: https://sidmouth.gov.uk/recruitment-opportunity/ Completed applications must be returned to the Town Clerk, Sidmouth Town Council, Woolcombe House, Sidmouth, Devon EX10 9BB

Miss P J Lavelle, Town Clerk Helston Town Council, The Guildhall, Helston, Cornwall, TR13 8ST Telephone: 01326 572063 Email: townclerk@helston-tc.gov.uk

HEADTEACHER

Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 per annum Person specification: Essential: • Education management experience • QTS or relevant and measurable qualifications and experience Desired: • SEN experience • SLT experience • Experience of overseeing exams and/or qualifications Purpose of the post: • To inspire Education and Curriculum Assistants and other Subject Leads.

• To work alongside the Area Manager and teaching staff to create bespoke programmes for students that manage their needs and proposed outcomes.

• To assist in managing students achieving Open Awards and AQA Units alongside teaching staff and the Area Manager.

• To manage the day to day running of the Tiverton Centre, ensuring that all staff have clear direction between 08.30-17.00.

• To hold morning briefings and afternoon debriefs.

• To ensure the centre is presented to high standard, including cleanliness, displays and organisation • To ensure that all damage and health and safety concerns are reported to the Health and Safety Director • To represent Poles APart in professional meetings where Poles APart feedback is required about a student.

Main duties and responsibilities: • To oversee the delivery of education and the curriculum offer in your assigned centre by the monitoring and implementation of; • assisting Education Curriculum Assistants and Subject Leads in completing long term curriculum plans and; • working with the Educational and Curriculum Assistants and Subject Leads to plan qualification pathways and book exams through the Area Manager; • monitoring student progress alongside teachers; • working with the Education and Curriculum Assistants and Subject Leads to support termly topic plans; For further details and an application form, please visit: https://www.devonjobs.gov.uk/job/Centre%20Manager%20 (Tiverton)%20-%20Poles%20APart%20AP/ Please use the attached application form and return to: amy@polesapartap.com Closing date: 3rd May 2024

Pay range: L17 to L24 Salary: £69,970 to £83,081 Start date: 1 September 2024 or 1 January 2025 to be agreed.

The Governing Body of Hurst Green Primary School are seeking to appoint a Headteacher who is innovative, able to work collaboratively with strategic direction whilst keeping the children, staff and community of Hurst Green at the forefront of planning and delivery of education.

We are seeking an applicant who can build on the school’s success, and who will continue to inspire, motivate and drive the strategic direction of Hurst Green and its highly committed and passionate team.

The successful candidate should be focused on the delivery of an inclusive education and support our visions and values as well as being able to demonstrate good leadership skills with proven experience.

Hurst Green Primary School is a happy, caring, friendly two form entry school, with amazing children; committed and friendly staff; supportive parents and Governors.

We are a popular and oversubscribed school in a residential area of Halesowen on the border of Dudley, Sandwell and Birmingham, educating children for over 50 years.

We encourage you to visit the school website at: https://www.hurstgreen‐dudley.co.uk/ and where possible we would urge you to visit the school and see for yourself what a special place it is; where children’s minds are engaged, their curiosity encouraged, their potential unlocked, their imagination ignited, and their lives enhanced.

Visits to the school are strongly recommended and the following dates are available: • Thursday 18 April at 10am and 2pm • Wednesday 24 April at 10am and 2pm • Tuesday 30 April at 10am and 2pm • Friday 10 May at 10am and 2pm Please contact Rachel Whitehouse, School Business Manager to arrange your visit, request a recruitment pack or for further information on 01384 818210 or rwhitehouse@hurst‐green.dudley.sch.uk For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/job/192021/headteacher/ Closing date: Monday 13 May 2024 @ 10am.

Interview dates: Monday 20 May & Tuesday 21 May 2024.

Hurst Green 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.

If you know someone with a spare bedroom who is also a patient, compassionate and generous person, send us their contact information for fostering.

Foster carers: Receive full regular training, 24/7 professional support, allocated support worker, and £400 - £1,000 per week per child (plus additional allowances).

Allowances cover all costs linked to the child living in the home. Fees are paid for professional work, which includes training, paperwork and attending meetings.

Or refer someone to foster and receive £750 referral fee Organisations: Help us to recruit and receive £750 for each successful referral.

For further information, complete this short form: www.SparksFostering.org/Today

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.helston-tc.gov.uk/Council_Vacancies_170.aspx

Centre Manager (Tiverton)

URGENT NEED: FOSTER CARERS

Head of Centre Salary: £30,384 – £36,050 per annum (depending on experience) In the Head of Centre role, you will lead the small staff team locally and manage the effective running of the Acorn Centre in Exeter. You will lead the team to plan, resource and deliver programmes that meet the needs of young people attending the Centre. You will lead and support small-group learning across a range of curriculum areas as well as developing positive and supportive relationships with the young people, helping them overcome barriers to their success and wellbeing.

Teacher Salary: £25,305 – £28,050 per annum (depending on experience) In the Teacher role, you will work together with the team to plan, resource and deliver programmes that meet the needs of young people attending the Centre. You will lead and support small-group learning across a range of curriculum areas as well as developing positive and supportive relationships with the young people, helping them overcome barriers to their success and wellbeing.

Learning Mentor Salary: £22,385 - £24,050 per annum (depending on experience) In the Learning Mentor role, you will work together with the team to plan, resource and deliver programmes that meet the needs of young people attending the Centre. You will support learning across a range of curriculum areas as well as developing positive and supportive relationships with the young people, helping them overcome barriers to their success and wellbeing.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://acornap.org.uk/vacancies/ Closing Date: 08/03/2024 Interview Date: Week beginning 18th March 2024

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DIRECTOR OF INCLUSION Salary: L12 - L18 Do you have a passion for ensuring all children thrive in a positive, inclusive environment?

Are you committed to transforming the futures of children and their families through the power of education?

The Director of Inclusion at TEAM Multi – Academy Trust is an exciting new role, and of significant importance in realising our aims to continue our drive towards excellence. And offer a worldclass educational experience for every child within the trust.

The Director of Inclusion will champion the support of our SENDCos, closely monitor the SEND and pastoral team's efforts, and embody our ethos of inclusivity and support for all students. The responsibilities will include, but not be limited to: • Strategically leading and enhancing our SEND provision to ensure all children achieve their fullest potential.

• Elevating inclusive teaching practices through targeted training and mentorship.

• Meticulously evaluating interventions to guarantee their efficacy and impact on student progress.

• Overseeing the SEND, Pastoral teams, and teaching assistants to foster a cohesive approach to inclusion.

• Serving as the trust’s mental health lead, advocating for a school-wide emphasis on well-being.

• Refine and develop the trusts systems, processes and policies in relation to SEND, mental health and medical needs.

• Work with external agencies, MATs and schools to promote the work of the trust.

We actively welcome visits to our schools. Should you have any further questions or wish to arrange a visit, please contact our CEO Ian Thomas via ceo@team-mat.org.uk or Director of Education Dan Polak via dpolak@teammat.org.uk For further details and an application pack please visit: https://www.teamacademytrust.com Your completed application should be sent to: vacancies@team-mat.org.uk by 12 noon on 17th April 2024 Interview Date: 25th/26th April 2024

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Chief Executive Officer

The financial challenges facing Somerset’s newly created unitary authority mean that many towns and parishes are preparing to take on services devolved from Somerset Council. SALC wants to better meet its members’ needs during this period and into the future.

The Chief Executive Officer will provide strategic leadership and direction for SALC. In addition, the Chief Executive Officer will take responsibility for all aspects of our operational management, including business planning, income generation, effective delivery of contracts, projects, and services.

Working closely with the board and company secretary, the successful candidate will lead development and delivery of an inspirational vision for the future. They will engage with councillors and clerks of member councils, and with senior officers in Somerset Council and other stakeholder organisations.

The successful candidate will bring: • Proven leadership experience and a passion for enabling teams to thrive and develop.

• Business and financial acumen with a track record of successful business development including income generation.

• Experience of strategic business planning and the ability to deliver on key targets.

• Strong relationship building, networking, and influencing of external stakeholders.

If you have the ability, drive, and experience to manage our company we want to hear from you.

Applicants are invited to submit their CV, with a covering letter evidencing the requirements of the job description and person specification.

For an informal preparatory chat about this role, contact Ewan Jones, SALC Deputy Chair, on 07770 611827.

For further details please visit: https://somerset-alc.org.uk/vacancies/chief-executive-officer/

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Salary: £45,441 SCP 37 (with salary reviews) Pension: Employer contributory pension scheme Hours: 37 hrs pw (full time with flexible working) Location: Homeworking with occasional travel and attendance at the SALC office in Somerton The Somerset Association of Local Councils (SALC) is looking to recruit a dynamic Chief Executive Officer to lead it and its 270-member parish, town, and city councils into a new and exciting era.

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Westbury, Wiltshire Salary range: £24,420 and £39,300 per annum depending on the role and relevant qualifications and experience.

Full‐time and part‐time hours considered. Full time is Monday to Friday 8.45am and 4.45pm.

We have several teaching vacancies available at our not for profit, independent special school. First opened in 2009, the school is rated Good by Ofsted and has capacity for 32 pupils aged 11‐18. The focus is on social and emotional development and learning is individualised and delivered in small groups or 121.

We are particularly interested in experienced teachers with specialisms in Maths, Humanities, Design Technology or Art. Qualified Teacher status is preferable but consideration will be given to education professionals with other teaching qualifications. Experience working with SEN children is preferred.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a positive difference to the lives of children who can be educationally overlooked and to work as part of a dedicated and supportive team.

For further information and an application form please email: recruitment@ontrackeducation.com On Track Education Services is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Robust safeguarding checks will be un‐ dertaken before the appointment is confirmed including a full Disclosure and Barring Service check.

On Track places safeguarding at the heart of all that it does and all staff are expected to be mindful of safeguarding and child protection issues in relation to all pupils.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 therefore certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’, so they do not need to be disclosed, and if they are disclosed, we cannot take them into account.

Applications should be submitted by email to the company secretary at: sam@somerset-alc.org.uk Closing Date: Midday, Friday 26th April 2024 Interview date/s: 9th and 10th May 2024

We are an Equal Opportunities organisation, totally Committed 2 Equality. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, age or sexual orientation.

Residential Child Care Worker x3

Head of Major Highway Projects

Salary: BG8: £26,873 - £28,770

Salary: £82,755 - £88,090 Hours per week: 37 hours

A unique opportunity has arisen to join Bristol City Council’s Children Residential Service.

We have reprofiled our existing homes and moved to a model of smaller children’s homes for 2 to 3 children to allow us to provide a therapeutic care experience for our children, and to facilitate a better matching of placements.

We currently have 3 full-time (37 hours) positions available.

Major Highway Projects - Elevate Infrastructure, Empower Communities Are you a seasoned professional with Chartered status in Civil Engineering and more than 15 years of expertise in major infrastructure planning and delivery in a highways and transport setting?

The service is offered to children up to and including the age of 18 with complex needs. This may include SEMH needs, learning difficulties, and challenging behaviour. We want to hear from you if you share our passion for working with children who have not had the easiest start in life. Our aspirations for our children are high in all aspects of their lives, and we aim to provide a homely environment where children feel safe, loved, and nurtured.

We use a trauma informed approach in our work, to enable us to better understand the needs of our children, and to provide individual care packages.

We're in search of an accomplished leader to assume the role of Head of Major Highway Projects within our esteemed Highways and Transport Directorate.

We are looking for new team members who share our Bristol Values of Respect, Collaboration, Curiosity, Ownership and Dedication. We strive for a carer stance using principles from PACE (Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity, Empathy). New team members should be positive, reflective, resilient, and non-punitive.

Situated in a pivotal department, we drive the planning, development, and implementation of critical infrastructure in Wiltshire in support of our Business Plan priorities. Collaborating with external partners like National Highways and the Environment Agency, we play a crucial role in shaping the economic well-being of Wiltshire.

We have a strong focus on the development of the team in our children’s homes and offer a supportive environment for new members of staff. This includes an expanding training package and induction programme, regular 1:1 supervision and a Level 4 Apprenticeship for unqualified staff.

As the Head of Major Highway Projects, you will work with regional partners and the Department for Transport.

Your role encompasses project leadership, strategic planning, collaborative partnerships, team management, and financial oversight — all directly contributing to Wiltshire's economic prosperity.

You will have the flexibility to work a varied shift pattern including sleep-in duties, weekend working, and working on Bank Holidays; and will be based in a particular children's home in the city but may be required at times to work across other homes, to meet service needs.

We are seeking an exceptional candidate who demonstrates expert problem-solving, financial oversight, familiarity with local government structures, and engagement with external partners at all levels. Essential qualities include up-to-date knowledge of legislation, an understanding of design standards, and a track record of maintaining positive relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders and competing objectives. Leadership experience in managing teams, and client, consultant and contractor groups at a senior level is a key requirement.

Why Bristol City Council?

At Bristol City Council, we go that extra mile for our people; we offer a work environment which is fast moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high-profile organisation.

Join us and you will receive an excellent rewards package including membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, a generous annual leave allowance, discounts at various retailers and assistance through the cycle to work scheme. In addition to the basic pay allowances, you will be paid for shift work (£3450 per annum), sleep-in duties (approximately £2000 per annum), as well as additional payment when working on Bank Holidays. You will be working in a supportive environment where you wlll have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future.

If you require further information, please call Sean Manifold on: 07823 433944 or e-mail: Sean.Manifold@bristol.gov.uk For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.bristol.gov.uk/jobs

This unique opportunity provides hands-on involvement in delivering complex strategic schemes, to time and budget. You will lead an outstanding team dealing with statutory procedures, side road orders, highways legislation, and navigating the Compulsory Purchase Order processes.

Apply now to elevate your career with this impactful leadership opportunity!

Why us?

Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. That’s why we focus on getting the things that matter to our people right. Explore more benefits here: https://jobs.wiltshire.gov.uk/why-us/our-benefits/ Please download and read the role description and person specification carefully before you apply at: https://jobs.wiltshire.gov.uk For more details, contact Bethany Farrer, Talent Acquisition Consultant, at: Bethany.farrer@wiltshire.gov.uk, or call: 01225 718751.

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Wind Turbine Technician

BUILDING CONTROL SURVEYOR (WELSH ESSENTIAL)

Location: Narberth, Pembrokeshire (Sir Benfro)

Salary: Grade 7 - £32,020 - £36,298

Do you have a background in mechanical/electrical engineering and are looking for your next career challenge?

Are you a team player, committed and level-headed? …then training as a Wind Turbine Technician is for you!

• Unique and challenging mechanical/electrical work • This role will involve majorly working away Mon-Fri • Working-away bonuses apply • Ever-changing working environment • Full training and certification Cover letter to include: • A brief description of why you are a good fit for this role • How your relevant skills and experience meet the job requirements (please refer to the job description) • Why do you want to work for this company? • Demonstrate that you live within a commutable distance.

You will be required to travel to your ‘base’ of work.

A key feature of the role involves undertaking site inspections of building works and applying the Building Regulations and associated guidance documents to a wide variety of development proposals.

This includes small domestic schemes to minor/developments of all types. Assessment is made at design and construction stages.

For further details and to apply please visit: https://www.jobscardiffcouncil.co.uk/?lang=en_GB Due to the current COVID-19 circumstances the interview process for this role may be held on a virtual basis using an appropriate online platform. If you have any concerns around your ability to participate in a virtual interview process or if you would like an informal conversation about this role prior to application, please contact Graham Bond (Building Control Manager) on 07803 502363 or, David Villis (Principal Building Control Surveyor) on 07803 502367 or, Gary Williams (Principal Building Control Surveyor) on 07974 204908.

Applications that do not contain the above criteria will not be considered.

Health Care Assistants Required Join us on a journey, we are aiming to change the way adults in need of care are supported in a nursing home.

We want to engage those who use the service and to involve them in every way.

Obviously, we provide the usual personal care and support but the way in which we work is changing. A full package of training is provided, and you will be supported to register with Social Care Wales.

We are recruiting Health Care Assistants at The Priory Care Home in Llandogo who want to make a difference.

Full Day & Full Night Shifts are 12 Hours Early Shifts are 6.5 hours (Days Only) Day Shifts start at 07.30 am to 19.30 pm or 07.30 am to 14.00 pm (Early Shift) Night Shifts start 7.30 pm to 07.30 am Every other weekend shifts are required Pay starts at £11.25 to £12.25 per Hour (Days) Pay starts at £12.25 to £13.25 per Hour (Nights) So, if you want a career where you feel you are improving the quality of life for those you support and where your ideas and input are actively sought, please contact Phil on 07502 379253 or e mail Phil@priorycarehome.com The Priory Nursing & Residential Care Home, Llandogo, Nr Monmouth, NP25 4TP

To apply please send your CV to: info@naturalgen.co.uk

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Health & Saafety Maanager

HGV Technician Salary: Grade 9 Point 23 to Point 25 £32,076 to £33,945 per annum pro rata £16.62 to £17.59 per hour About the role: You will be a key member of the Fleet services workshop team based in Newtown, working with the team to Inspect, repair and maintain a wide variety of vehicles, trailers and equipment to more than DVSA minimum standards.

Highfield Park, Llandyrnog LL1 L16 4LU

The role is based at our workshop in Newtown, but you maybe required to work on-site.

£48,000 - £55,000 0 p/a

You will also form part of the workshops winter standby rota, being on call to attend any out of hours breakdowns. (approx. 1 week in 4).

(dependent on experience) (d e)

About you:

40 hours p/w

• Experience in a commercial workshop • HGV licence (Desirable but not essential) • Technical qualification (City& Guilds or NVQ qualified technician) or proven experience in repairing & maintaining vehicles • Be a team player with a desire to develop and mentor apprentices • Have good interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate to all levels

Cont n inuous Proffeesssional Developpment Staff aff Benefits include: Blue Light Card discounts, free eye care vouchers, generous annual leave entitleme m nt and more r !

For an informal discussion about this role, please call our Wor o kffoorce TTeeam on

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What you will do: • Carry out routine maintenance and repairs on all makes of vehicles, trailers and equipment to DVSA standards.

• Diagnose and rectify all types of faults • Attend disabled vehicles at the roadside and depots maintain a high standard of cleanliness and tidiness • Ensure all health & safety regulations and safe working practices are adhered to • Order and return of any parts required If you have any questions about the role, please contact: Shaun Matthews Email: shaun.matthews@powys.gov.uk Phone: 01597 827617 or 01874 611069

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For further details and to apply, please visit: https://en.powys.gov.uk/view-job?id=643848diiY&lang=USA

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Streetscene Contracts Officer Environmental and Neighbourhood Services Permanent Contract - 37 hours per week

Grade I £28,371 - £31,099 Do you have a positive, can-do attitude to work and a desire to deliver high quality services for local residents and international tourists?

Stratford-on-Avon District Council is looking for a self-motivated individual to lead on and manage the delivery of the Council’s contracted waste collection, recycling and street cleansing services.

To fulfil this role, the successful candidate will need to build and maintain strong and positive relationships with external contractors and lead on enforcement activities. Experience of contract management and successfully delivering projects is essential.

Previous applicants need not apply.

For an informal chat about the role please contact Angela Lloyd, Streetscene Lead Contracts Officer on 01789 260977or angela.lloyd@stratford-dc.gov.uk In addition to an open and friendly environment you’ll enjoy an excellent benefits package including a minimum of 25 days’ annual leave, hybrid working, flexi time scheme, Health Cash Plan Scheme and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.

To apply please visit our website: https://www.stratford.gov.uk/worktraining/vacancies.cfm or email hr@stratford-dc.gov.uk The for applications is 12 noon on Wednesday May.toInterviews The closing Council date is committed to equality of opportunity and 3aims create a will be heldinclusive on Tuesday 16 May.where we are all able to bring our whole selves welcoming, workplace to and perform at our best.

Thework Council is committed to equality of opportunity and aims to create a welcoming inclusive workplace where we are all able to bring our whole selves WWW.STRATFORD.GOV.UK

Chief Executive Officer Salary: Competitive Ethos Academy Trust is seeking an ambitious, visionary, and strategically commercial thinker, to ensure both strong educational outcomes for pupils and the sustainable development of the Trust.

Infrastructure and Security Manager Salary: Grade 12 Level 1 ‐ 4 (£55,515 to £62,473 per annum)

Will plan, direct, design, co‐ordinate and manage ICT Infrastructure, security and support teams to Implement, support, maintain, secure and develop corporate desktop, mobile, telephony, networks, domain, applications and database infrastructure.

Deputy Manager Nurse Senior Care Care Assistant

Acting as technical design authority, will plan, initiate, direct, coordinate, prioritise, manage and schedule complex corporate ICT projects.

Come join our Team.

Provides leadership, direction, management and senior management engagement for the ICT Infrastructure, security and support teams including resource management of teams and associated budgets.

Will manage the 3rd party provided Corporate Managed Service Networks Contract with North Networks to ensure the delivery of secure, resilient, flexible and fully maintained networks in line the with the contract, legal requirements and best practice.

Skills and Experience The successful candidate must have significant demonstrable experience and ability to manage teams undertaking technically diverse ICT tasks, projects and programmes as described in the Job Description. You will be responsible for the effective coordination and implementation of a diverse portfolio of specialist customer focused ICT functions and disciplines. You must have demonstrable effective people management and communication skills to deliver and continue to develop high‐quality cost‐effective and secure services that meet customer requirements whilst aligning with council key priorities and strategies.

For further information or an informal discussion please contact Roy Grant (Head of ICT) at Roy.Grant@york.gov.uk or on 01904 551966.

Closing date: Tuesday 16 April 2024 at 12 midnight Interview date: 24 and 25 April 2024

Working closely with the Trust Board, Academy Leaders, key members of the Central Team and the wider Trust community, you will: • Lead and oversee the efficient, effective and compliant management of the Trust and its Academies; • Support and drive the Trust Board’s ambition for growth and expansion; • Provide strong strategic and organisational leadership towards the Trust’s vision and mission in a way that aligns with the Trust’s core values; and • Ensure that the Trust performs in a way which provides a highquality education and service for all its pupils and wider stake holders through the efficient use of resources and people.

Our ideal candidate will be a dynamic, diligent, articulate, insightful, commercially astute and influential leader, with the ability to build a positive organisational culture, encourage reflection, build teams, strive for continuous improvement and inspire all staff.

Dedicated to raising academic standards among young people, you will be a clear advocate and voice for young people and families in the political arena, influencing decision-makers and policy setters on behalf of pupils with SEMH and wider special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

Your proven experience of successfully leading multidisciplinary organisations, paired with a commercially minded approach and experience of excellent strategic planning and creative delivery will ensure high performance and effectiveness across each aspect of the Trust’s operations, with the ability to provide a positive and sustainable work culture.

To find out more and register your interest in the role please visit: www.joinethos.co.uk If you have any questions or queries about the role, please do not hesitate to get in touch by contacting Liz Hayden on: 07706 333575 or: Liz@satiseducation.co.uk The closing date for application is: Thursday 11th April 2024 9:00am Interviews will be held: Monday 22nd April 2024

We are actively recruiting throughout Yorkshire for the following roles:

Key Responsibilities (not exhaustive): Responsible for senior technical and managerial aspects of the IT department.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.york.gov.uk Following the intended retirement of our current CEO, we are seeking an exceptional individual to take on the role of CEO and provide inspirational leadership which ensures that the Trust community continuously improves in every area.

Burlington Care specialises in care for the elderly offering a range of care services, including nursing, residential and dementia care.

We are the CYC ICT Department. We are seeking an exceptional person to join us. As the leader of the Infrastructure and Security teams, the successful candidate will play a crucial role in the strategic development and support of all council‐wide ICT systems.

Assistant Principal Leadership scale 10 – 14 £58,957 - £65,009 Together we inspire lifelong learning, perseverance, kindness and growth. We transform the lives of our children and families by harnessing the opportunities they deserve to thrive, as healthy and engaged individuals.

We are delighted to inform you that we are recruiting for an Assistant Principal at Dove House Academy.

We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking leader who will be enthusiastic about challenge, have high expectations and lots of energy! A leader who is passionate and committed to working with young people.

Dove House Academy has a primary need of moderate learning difficulties or specific learning difficulties; however, an increasing proportion have a diagnosis of severe learning difficulties or Autism. As a result, we are currently on an exciting journey of curriculum development to ensure that our ‘outstanding’ setting continues to meet the needs of future cohorts, to an exceptionally high standard. In support of this, we are seeking an experienced Senior Leader from within the specialist sector will bring expertise in developing a high quality curriculum and continuous improvement in the quality of education for our pupils with a broad range of special educational needs.

The successful candidate will be an experienced leader with the desire to make a difference. You will work within the Senior Leadership Team at Dove House Academy to ensure the learning and development of pupils and safe working practises of all staff.

For more details please visit our website: http://solent-trust.net Please complete a Solent Academies Trust application form.

If you have any questions at all or wish to submit an application please email: recruitment@solentacademiestrust.info.

Please note we will only accept applications completed on our Solent Academies Trust form.

Maintenance Manager – West Knapton Region

Please contact us to express an Interest Via recruitment@burlingtoncare.com or call 0113 831 4404

ESS Ltd are currently seeking a Maintenance Manager to join their maintenance team at their customer site in West Knapton Duties will include : • Manage all Health & Safety matters in the maintenance team, including but not limited to: • Ensure that all ESS Ltd. employees work in a safe and responsible manner and adhere to on site safety regulations and procedures.

• Issuing ‘Permits‐to‐Work’ • Conducting Risk Assessments on own and team’s work • Inducting the team in routine health and safety training such as: • Lock Out / Tag Out, Permits system, PPE compliance, Accident Reporting.

• Carrying out PPE audits of the team.

• Focus on maintaining plant efficiency within the allocated budget.

• Be pro‐active in seeking ways to improve plant performance.

• Motivate and lead the maintenance team to achieve their targets.

• Maintenance support, data entry, updating equipment records, producing performance reports (KPI's).

• Produce back log of planned work scheduled and not completed and reasons why.

• Manage co ‐ ordination between Operations & Maintenance functions.

Person Specification: • Trades qualification ‐ Electrical and relevant engineering experience in a manufacturing environment • Experience with modern maintenance management methods and techniques.

• Experienced in managing a maintenance team of not less than 5 personnel. With responsibility for Health & Safety (typical tasks as listed above) plus motivating, influencing, coaching the team on day to day technical and operations matters. Proven ability to deal with employee relations / disciplinary matters within the team.

• High speed/High Volume background. Ideally experience in Food/Beverage manufacturing processes • Multi‐skilled / cross‐skilled ethos • Aptitude for process awareness, PLC control equipment and diagnostic / trouble‐shooting experience gained in a Hi‐volume environment.

• Good team player that can use their initiative and communicate well with people and build work relationships.

• Computer skills essential • Familiar with Computerised Maintenance Management Systems, ideally Maximo.

• COSHH awareness in a food safe environment an advantage.

If you wish to apply for this role please do so through the following link: https://www.candidatemanager.net/cm/p/pJobDetails.aspx? mid=YGTYAZ&sid=BEVUEV&jid=BAZAZAZYCXB&a=p8Kam4C4bi s%253d https://www.essltd.ie / bgallagher@essrecruitment.co.uk

Castleford Academy is an 11‐19 over subscribed, successful mixed comprehensive of over 1,500 pupils offering a rich and deep curriculum. We are firmly committed to establishing first class standards and are proud of our achievements. Our expectations are high and this is reflected in our very successful academic record.

The Academy was inspected in October 2019 and was judged ‘Outstanding’.

Key Stage 3 Leader of English September 2024 MPS‐UPS TLR 2B £5,348 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, dynamic, mo‐ tivated and able Key Stage 3 Leader of English to assist in leading our successful English department.

Second in Geography September 2024 MPS‐UPS TLR 2A £3,213 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, dynamic, mo‐ tivated and able Second in Geography to assist in leading our successful Geography department.

Teacher of Maths September 2024 MPS – UPS Part time will be considered An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, dynamic, mo‐ tivated and able Teacher of Maths to join our outstanding Maths department. You will be based within a strong and successful department who achieve outstanding results.

Teacher of Computing September 2024 MPS‐UPS 1 year in the first instance with the view to make permanent An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, dynamic, mo‐ tivated and able Teacher of Computing to join our successful Com‐ puting department.

Application forms can be downloaded from our website.

Completed applications should be addressed to Mr Wesley Bush, Headteacher at the school address or via email to: recruitment@castlefordacademy.com.

Providing suitable interest, the closing date for applications is Wednesday 17th April 2024 at 12 noon, with interviews taking place shortly after.

For further information on the school, the role and how to apply please visit: www.castlefordacademy.com or telephone Miss Kirsty Triplett HR Manager on 01977 605060.

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Plant Performance Manager – West Knapton Region

Maximise your potential Exciting Opportunity at The Priestley Academy Trust

Director of Estates SCP 32-35 (£40,221 - £43,421) Full Time, permanent The Priestley Academy Trust is seeking to appoint an experienced Director of Estates who is looking to join us on our journey to transform the lives of the young people we serve.

Our Trust is made up of six primary schools in the Manningham area of Bradford and we serve an exceptionally rewarding area where we make a difference every day to the children and families in our community.

We are looking for practitioners who: • Can manage all aspects of the Trust's estate • Can provide strategic advice to all stakeholders on the development of the schools' and Trust's estate • Can provide long-term comprehensive and integrated resource planning for the Trust • Can provide effective leadership and management of health, safety and environmental matters for the Trust • Reports to the COO and advises on budgetary, strategic and major operational estates and facilities management • Can advise on the formulation of the schools' annual budgets and capital investment We can offer: • A fantastic community of parents and children • Hardworking and enthusiastic staff who work as a team to raise standards and believe all children can succeed • Strong support from an experienced team of Trustees, leaders and governors • High quality training opportunities across the Trust • A genuine commitment to establishing a healthy work-life balance If you feel you would like to join our very successful, friendly and supportive Trust we would love to hear from you.

To book a visit, or have a conversation regarding the role, please contact: tracey.parry@priestley.academy

ESS Ltd are currently seeking a Plant Performance Manager to join their maintenance team at their customer site in West Knapton Duties will include: • Manage all Health & Safety matters in the maintenance team, including but not limited to: • Ensure that all ESS Ltd. employees work in a safe and responsible manner and adhere to on site safety regulations and procedures.

• Issuing ‘Permits-to-Work’ • Conducting Risk Assessments on own and team’s work • Inducting the team in routine health and safety training such as: • Lock Out / Tag Out, Permits system, PPE compliance, Accident Reporting.

• Carrying out PPE audits of the team.

• Focus on maintaining plant efficiency within the allocated budget.

• Be pro-active in seeking ways to improve plant performance.

• Motivate and lead the maintenance team to achieve their targets.

• Maintenance support, data entry, updating equipment records, producing performance reports (KPI's).

• Produce back log of planned work scheduled and not completed and reasons why.

• Manage co - ordination between Operations & Maintenance functions.

Person Specification: • Trades qualification - Electrical and relevant engineering experience in a manufacturing environment • Experience with modern maintenance management methods and techniques.

• Experienced in managing a maintenance team of not less than 5 personnel. With responsibility for Health & Safety (typical tasks as listed above) plus motivating, influencing, coaching the team on day to day technical and operations matters. Proven ability to deal with employee relations / disciplinary matters within the team.

• High speed/High Volume background. Ideally experience in Food/Beverage manufacturing processes • Multi-skilled / cross-skilled ethos • Aptitude for process awareness, PLC control equipment and diagnostic / trouble-shooting experience gained in a Hi-volume environment.

• Good team player that can use their initiative and communicate well with people and build work relationships.

• Computer skills essential • Familiar with Computerised Maintenance Management Systems, ideally Maximo.

• COSHH awareness in a food safe environment an advantage.

For further information and to apply please follow this link: https://priestleyacademy.face-ed.co.uk/Vacancies Closing date for all applications is: 4pm, Tuesday 16 April 2024 Interviews will take place on: Wednesday 24 April 2024

If you wish to apply for this role please do so through the following link: https://www.candidatemanager.net/cm/p/pJobDetails.aspx?mid=YGTYAZ&sid=BEVUEV&jid=BA ZAZAZYCXB&a=p8Kam4C4bis%253d

All posts are subject to vetting and recruitment checks, including a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the DBS.

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Challenge yourself, make a difference and build a career. We believe in finding good people and training them, to develop successful and happy childcare professionals.

Finance Officer

Babies

Salary: £27,267 (pro rata)

Full Time Educator, 40 hours, level 3 ‐ £12.25 phr.

Deputy Room Leader from June ‐ £12.92 phr.

Toddlers Educator, level 2 or 3. Monday ‐ Thursday Deputy Room Leader, level 3 – 40 hours over 4 days ‐ £12.92 phr.

Room Leader level 3 ‐ 40 hours ‐ £14.96 phr.

Preschool Level 2 or 3 ‐ 28 hours per week Thursday and Friday.

And Mondays 10 hours in babies.

MAECare is one of the highly acclaimed Neighbourhood Network Schemes in Leeds and works with older people living in the area of Alwoodley, Moortown and Shadwell. It has 10 staff and approximately 50 volunteers working together to provide a range of services and activities. MAECare activities are aimed at alleviating social isolation and promoting independence including for those with memory loss. It delivers activities across the area that range from a Carers group to Zumba and supports the development of healthy physical and mental well-being. It also has a training and support scheme for its many volunteers.

An experienced Finance Officer. You will be responsible for paying salaries, recording and reconciling financial transactions using both computer based records and QuickBooks, preparing management accounts and draft annual accounts for auditors, assisting the Chief Operating Officer in preparing annual budgets and budgets for funding applications, maintaining petty cash floats, ensuring card transactions and gift aid are recorded, and that appropriate insurance cover is maintained. Ability to understand financial principles and keep financial records, and experience of a computer accounts package is essential.

Part Time Atelierista ‐ Tuesdays and Fridays, 12 hours per week.

The closing date is: 9am on Friday 5th April 2024 Interviews will be held on: Wednesday 17th April 2024

Floating member of staff 7.30 ‐ everyday, hours to be discussed.

For further details and to obtain an application pack please visit our website: www.maecare.org.uk or email: info@maecare.org.uk

To apply, please visit: https://inspirationsnurseries.co.uk/careers/

To have a chat about the post contact MAECare on: 0113 266 0371

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