Todays Recruitment Issue 306

www.todaysrecruitment.co.uk ISSUE 306

Project Search Tutor

Salary: £27,061 - £33,293 depending on experience

Do you have experience in teaching, especially SEN? Do you have a passion that drives change for those with a learning disability?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate and creative Tutor, to join our Supported Internship programme. The role is on a full time (37.5 hours per week) at Ministry of Defence, Stafford. You will have the opportunity to join a friendly and supportive team as well as help young people with a learning disability, learning difficulty and / or autism access the world of work.

As a Tutor on Mencap's Internship programme you will teach English and Maths functional skills as well as employability skills. The Programme is a DfN model working with ESS who are a facilities company based on the MOD site, Stafford, they have many varying roles for the young people to experience from cleaning, retail, admin to hospitality.

Mencap's Internships combines education and work experience to prepare our learners for employment. As a Tutor you will focus on the delivery of the educational element of Supported Internships programmes. You will also work closely with team members to provide in work support within the work placement and support in securing paid employment.

Please see the Job Description for full role requirements. If you would like an informal chat or have any questions about this role please call Minh Phan on 01733 873782.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/job/204481/project-search-tutor/

Closing date: 31st July 2024

School Business Operations Manager

Salary: Grade G (£46,140 - £51,445 per annum)

We are looking to appoint a well-qualified, enthusiastic and efficient School Business Operations Manager for our happy and thriving school. The post holder will be solutions focused, a strategic thinker, creative and have an eye for detail, along with excellent leadership skills and a desire to develop the team.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious individual to make a real difference to our school as we continue to promote positive energy, change and vision.

The post holder will also be able to contribute to the development of this role and the team through active networking beyond the school.

The main purpose of the role is to:

• Manage the school’s personnel, business management, administrative, premises, cleaning, IT, and catering services

• Administer HR (post appointment), payroll and pension related functions

• Develop strategic and resource plans

• Advise on compliance with legislation and guidance including safeguarding requirements, employment law, pay and pension issues, health and safety

• Oversee all non-teaching staff appraisals and the line management of a number of staff

• Manage selected budgets, such as IT Maintenance, IT and Premises contracts

• Negotiate contracts where necessary, ensuring best value, and contributing to negotiations for externally arranged contracts

• Ensure the school is compliant with laws such as Health & Safety and GDPR

• Attend selected Trustee meetings and produce termly reports

• Advise and support Line Managers with Personnel issues

For more information about the role, please visit the vacancies page on our website www.eggars.net/vacancies

Applicants should complete an application form in full before your application can be considered. It is available to download from our website www.eggars.net/vacancies

Please submit your application so that it is received no later than the closing date and time.

Eggar’s School, London Road, Holybourne, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 4EQ

FAO: HR Officer E: joinus@eggars.hants.sch.uk

Closing date: 12/07/2024 at 12:00

Senior ICT Network Technician

Due to a growth of the

we are looking to

ICT Network specialist to help manage and develop the school’s ICT systems and network team. This is a great opportunity for someone that has previously worked within a similar role, environment or has a strong ICT technical based background with an ability to provide a comprehensive technical support service to our staﬀ.

Applications are invited from candidates with

Education Challenge Lead

Salary Details: £51,951 ‐ £57,114 (£60,283 + 3 SPA) pro rata 0.8/4 days per week.

Working as part of a multi‐disciplinary locality team, you will be responsible for the support and challenge of the schools and will beneﬁt from the rich expertise of the team around you.

You will join the Education Challenge Leads Team, learning from one an‐other and looking for creative ways to achieve the best outcomes for the children of Dorset.

What you can expect to be doing: You will be responsible for a group of schools, supporting school leaders to cooperatively identify strengths and work with them on areas for im‐provement. You will look within and beyond the locality and Dorset for the best research‐based practices that can be shared and learned from.

The role has a requirement for a high degree of specialist knowledge of the education landscape and the mechanisms required to facilitate collaboration across the system.

You will champion inclusive values and enable our children to have a sense of belonging, working with the team in the locality to achieve the best outcomes for all young people.

Now is a really exciting time to join an innovative local authority.  Join us and be part of Children’s Services which have been judged as Good with Outstanding leadership by Ofsted.

We passionately believe that ‘working with’, not ‘doing to’, is the key to unlocking potential.  We have high aspirations for our young people and aim to use our combined and collaborative strengths to support them and each other to be successful.

As a skilled communicator with excellent interpersonal skills, you will engage with credibility. The Dorset model in Children’s Services is based on restorative and strengths‐based practice and you will be able to demonstrate your own experience of working in this way.

For an informal discussion regarding the position, please contact either Beth Whittaker (beth.whittaker@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk) or Amanda Conolly (amanda.conolly@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk)

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.jobs.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/vacancies/26824/education‐challenge‐lead.html

Closing date: 21st July 2024

Vehicle Workshop Fitter

Salary: Up to £35,745

About the role….

Gateshead Council is seeking to appoint an additional 5 HGV Vehicle Fitter’s to join their new look Fleet Services team.

As part of a friendly team, you will be required to maintain and repair the council's diverse fleet of vehicles.

What’s in it for you? Well, there’s so much on offer and here’s just a few of the highlights!

• You’ll be paid a competitive salary plus additional allowances where relevant.

• We’ll help you save for your future with an outstanding employer contribution to your pension of approximately 18.9% per year.

• You’ll get a generous annual leave package of 26 days annual leave (plus two additional statutory days) for new employees, rising to 30 days (plus two additional statutory days) after 5 years continuous local government service.

• You have the chance to buy up to 10 additional holidays per year.

• You’ll have the opportunity to participate in the Council’s Flexi time scheme, subject to management approval and business needs.

• You’ll have access to great health and wellbeing support, including discounted membership to GO Gateshead Leisure Services and ability to use our cycle to work scheme.

• We’ll give you the chance to take advantage of various offers and discounts on shopping and household spend, including O2, Virgin Media and Dell.

For an informal discussion or if you need any assistance, please contact Matthew Welsh on 0191 433 7439

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/Vehicle_Work shop_Fitter/266395

LAWYER

Salary: £47,420 ‐ £51,515 per annum

We are looking for a full‐time Adult Social Care Lawyer with 2 years PQE to join our dynamic, busy and friendly team.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Advising in‐house clients and colleagues on a range of Adult Services issues including safeguarding, capacity and mental health.

• Drafting applications and orders.

• Attending court.

• Liaising with private practice law ﬁrms, counsel and other external bodies.

The successful candidate should have an existing knowledge in this area of law and/ or an enthusiasm to learn and develop in this area. You will need an eye for detail and good organizational skills which will enable you to carry your own caseload. You should be ﬂexible and innovative in your approach.

The working arrangements are flexible, with office‐based working in County Hall, Morpeth and the opportunity to work on a hybrid office/ home basis.

Requirements:

• Qualiﬁed Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives holding a current practicing certiﬁcate.

• Existing knowledge of Adult Social Care law preferred.

We have some outstanding beneﬁts to oﬀer you, including:

• 26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years of service (pro rata for part‐time employees).

• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme.

• Flexi scheme ‐ up to 2 days ﬂexible leave available per month (pro rata for part‐time employees).

• Local government discount schemes available to all employees with oﬀers at local businesses along with various national brands.

• Commitment to work/life balance offering flexibility through various schemes including job sharing, home working, flexible working, term‐time only, and compressed hours.

• Car leasing scheme.

If you require further information about the position, please contact Helen Coombs, Principal Solicitor on telephone 07966324371 or via email helen.coombs@northumberland.gov.uk

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/Lawyer/266983

Closing date: Monday 15th July 2024.

Workshop and MOT Manager

Salary: £36,648 - £42,403. Pay Award pending.

Do you want a role where you’re recognised for what you do, given the opportunity to thrive and have the chance to be the best version of yourself? Do you want to work with us in helping to create spaces that are great to work and/or live in?

If so, please keep reading as you’re just what we’re looking for!

We’ve got an exciting opportunity for a Workshop and MOT Manager to join our Fleet Services team based at Park Road Depot. Fleet Services currently maintain and operate more than 500 fleet vehicles and plant equipment including refuse collection vehicles, gritters, tractors, vans, and minibuses. We also operate a busy MOT bay for both council and private vehicles (taxis).

About the role….

The successful candidate would be responsible leading and effectively managing the day to day operations of the vehicle/plant workshop and MOT bay ensuring it is compliant, customer focused, responsive, efficient, effective and meeting performance targets.

Appointment to the Grades

If you are not in receipt of MOT Manager (authorised examiner) qualification on appointment, you will commence employment on a Grade I (£36,648 - £39,186). On successful completion of the two-day MOT Manager (authorised examiner) qualification, you will then progress onto a Grade J (£39,186 – £42,403).

Should you already be in receipt of the MOT Manager ( authorised examiner) qualification on appointment you will commence employment on the Grade J (£39,186 – £42,403).

For an informal discussion or if you need any assistance, please call Mick Porter on 0191 433 7376

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/Workshop_and_MOT _Manager/267080

Closing date: 14th July 2024

to any continuous service plus £1000 recruitment and retention allowance during the second year.

Closing date for completed applications is 12 noon Monday 8th July 2024 To apply download an application form and further information from our website www.stratforduponavonschool.com and send all electronic applications to recruitment@stratfordschool.co.uk

SEND Lead Practitioner for Medical, Physical and Emotional Health

Salary:

The school is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-

checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. The post you are applying for is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. We will also consider carrying out an online search on shortlisted candidates to help identify any incidents or issues that are publicly available online.

Conyers School is a highly successful mixed comprehensive 1118 school.

We have:

• A positive and caring ethos and working atmosphere • Friendly students, eager to learn and achieve • A committed , enthusiastic and supportive staff team • Excellent support from the Governing Body, the staff and students

We are seeking to appoint a suitably qualified SEND Lead Practitioner for Medical, Physical and Emotional Health to work with students with medical and physical needs across the school and within our provision for anxious students.

This will involve implementing agreed work programmes with individuals / groups of students with Emotional health needs, whilst providing support in addressing the needs of students who need particular help in overcoming barriers to learning.

This would also include support for particular medical needs and will involve the management/preparation of medicines and care plans.

We are looking for someone dynamic, caring and motivated who has a desire to work with students with additional needs and who is passionate about preparing them for the future.

The successful candidate will work in a strong, supportive school team under the direction of the SENCO

If you would like to work in a popular and very successful school then please see our website to download an application pack www.conyers.org.uk application forms to be submitted to recruitment@conyers.org.uk

Conyers School, Green Lane, Yarm,

• Are you innovative, inspirational and have excellent leadership and Management skills?

• Do you want to work in a role where no 2 days are the same?

• Are you interested in an enhanced training package and career progression opportunities?

• Do you want to make a difference to the lives of children and young people in Stockton-on-Tees?

Look no further! We have a fantastic opportunity for a Deputy Residential Homes Manager to join our friendly, supportive team here at Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council.

We are looking to recruit to a new home due to open this year. The focus of the home will be to work in conjunction with health partners to provide a therapeutic based model of care for those children and young people who have experienced trauma and may have attachment issues.

DEPUTY RESIDENTIAL HOMES MANAGER

Salary: £35,745 - £41,418 plus pending pay award

As a Deputy Manager you will be expected to support the Registered Manager to lead a team of Residential Care Officers to provide high quality care, and family support as outlined in the home’s Statement of Purpose. You will be experienced and hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, must meet all essential criteria as set out in the attached person specification and must be able to register with Ofsted.

SENIOR RESIDENTIAL CARE OFFICER

Salary: £32,076 - £34,834 plus pending pay award

The overall aims as a Senior Residential Care Officer are to act as a corporate parent and be an assertive champion for Children in Need in accordance with the Guide to the Children’s Homes Regulations, including the quality standards. You will also ensure young people are nurtured, happy, healthy and safe from harm, able to develop, thrive and fulfil their full potential.

RESIDENTIAL CARE OFFICERS

Salary: £27,334 - £31,364 (pro rata for part time hours) plus pending pay award

We are recruiting for 5 x 37 hour posts and 2 x 30 hour posts for a new home due to open this year. The focus of the home will be to work in conjunction with health partners to provide a therapeutic based model of care for those children and young people who have experienced trauma and may have attachment issues.

NIGHT CARE WORKER

Salary: Pro rata actual salary £26,595 - £27,992 (£27,334 - £28,770 FTE) plus pending pay award

As a Night Care Worker, you will be able to effectively engage with young people and their families to ensure care needs are met at night. The care at night that will be delivered to children and families could include support in the family home, the residential home or other community venues.

If you would like an informal discussion about the post, please contact Debbie Farrow Assistant Director for Children in Our Care and Care Leavers debra.farrow@stockton.gov.uk or Kadie McGhee Registered Manager Kadie.McGhee@stockton.gov.uk

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

Closing date: 28th July 2024

We are looking for an individual who relishes a challenge within an already successful school (confirmed as ‘Good’ in our Ofsted inspection, September 2023), where the whole child, their successful learning and development are at the heart of everything we do. We are looking to appoint someone who shares our vision of a highly eﬀective education for all children, regardless of any barriers they may have. We are looking to invest in someone who is passionate about continuing to develop their practice and career (including someone who is perhaps considering training as a teacher in the future), someone who has high expectations of themselves, as well as the children in their care.

2 x HLTA

Salary: D grade (possibly starting on D3 for exceptional candidates) £25,628 ‐ £28,326 FTE

Purpose of the job:

• To work collaboratively with teaching staﬀ to raise the learning and attainment of children.

• To assist teachers in the whole planning cycle and the management/preparation of resources.

• To complement teachers’ delivery of our curriculum.

• To promote pupils’ independence, self‐esteem and social inclusion.

• To cover whole classes and teach during the short‐term absence of teachers / release of teachers for PPA or leadership time.

• To give support to children, individually or in groups, so they can access the curriculum, take part in learning and experience success

2 x LSA

Salary: Grade C LSA 25 hours £23,115 ‐ £24,140 FTE ‐ Grade A Lunchtime 5 hours £22,367 FTE 40 weeks per year

The team of learning support assistants at Cupernham Junior School is highly valued as an integral part of helping all our children achieve their very best. This role can lead to a training as a teacher within the school, through our local teaching school.

LSAs are allocated to particular year groups where they support the learning of children across the

during playtimes and lunchtimes.

Deadline for applications: Friday 5th July – 12:00pm

Interview information: Interviews will be held on Wednesday 10th July Application form: The Application form to be completed is available from the Hampshire Education Jobs website: https://www.hants.gov.uk/jobs/education‐jobs/application Please

Maintenance Operatives, Joiner, Plumber and Technical Managers.

including

gas, heating, ventilation, and Building Energy Management System (BEMS). The Technical Manager will plan and monitor local and national contracts. There are additional procurement responsibilities with Local contracts.

For information on the job, including full job description and person specification, and to apply for these vacancies, please visit the Scottish Prison Service website. We are committed to your personal and professional development and offer a wide range of career progression opportunities.

For further information and to apply please visit: https://www.sps.gov.uk/Careers/Careers.aspx

Closing date: 22nd July 2024

Landscape Architect

Salary: £40,221.00 to £43,421.00. Grade 10

Urban Designer

Salary: £40,221.00 to £43,421.00. Grade 10

Package: • A competitive salary • Generous annual leave entitlement • Access to an occupational pension scheme • A range of employee benefits including; public transport and gym memberships discount

We have an exciting opportunity to join Wakefield Council as an Landscape Architect as we implement our new Local Plan and progress as a Design Code Pathfinder authority. Within the Planning Policy and Environment Team the new roles will work with a range of specialists in the historic environment, planning, ecology and arboriculture.

The Wakefield district, located in West Yorkshire, has rich historic, cultural and natural heritage including diverse landscapes, wildlife and habitats. These provide opportunities to become involved in varied work areas to influence a wide range of development proposals. The district includes urban areas such as the City of Wakefield, the Five Towns and historic market towns as well as a range of settlements within wide-ranging rural areas. There are ambitious plans for housing and employment growth within the Wakefield district whilst recognising the importance of high quality design and the protection of valuable open spaces.

You will have a key role ensuring high quality design through the creation of a district-wide Design Code, assessing and influencing developer masterplans through the planning applications process, promoting ways to minimise the landscape impacts of development and updating design and landscape evidence. The roles will also include influencing the delivery of council-led masterplans and regeneration work through the planning process.

We are therefore seeking passionate and dedicated individuals, with relevant qualifications and experience, to join our ambitious and enthusiastic team

Want to Know More?

If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council feel free to contact Steve Wright.

Tel: 07825174233

E-mail: stwright@wakefield.gov.uk

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.wakefield.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/

Closing date: 4th August 2024

Town Clerk & Responsible Financial Officer

Salary: (LC4, SCP 46-50) £55,325 to £60,856 dependent on qualifications and experience Whitby Town Council has 19 councillors, covering 7 Committees, has a staff team of 6 and our precept for 2024/2025 stands at £325,600. The Council’s Offices are located within the Pannett Art Gallery and Whitby Museum building, which is located within the award-winning Pannett Park. Whitby is situated on the east coast of Yorkshire, 20 miles north of Scarborough and has a resident population of 13,000 (and an electorate of 10,000). As a major year-round tourist destination Whitby has several iconic cultural and historical attractions including the 900-year-old Whitby Abbey and its connections with Captain Cook and Dracula. It is surrounded by the stunning North York Moors National Park and the Town’s economy is boosted by its annual visitor population.

The Town Council operates allotments, public conveniences and the Pannett Art Gallery and its collection. The Council, as sole trustee for Pannett Park and the building housing Pannett Art Gallery and Whitby Museum, delegates the responsibility for day-to-day management to the Town Clerk who works closely with volunteer groups from the Park and Museum. The Town Council also delivers a number of annual events and projects including a three-day Christmas Festival, Armed Forces Day and Armistice Day events. We are currently considering the development of other services and our new Town Clerk will play a crucial role in exploring such opportunities.

The Council wishes to recruit a new Town Clerk who will also act as Responsible Financial Officer. The person appointed will manage the council services and its staff and take on a pivotal role in ensuring our council continues to move forward. The successful candidate will have to demonstrate clear leadership abilities and have a sound understanding of our sector and the opportunities which lie ahead. A Clerk who can demonstrate strong governance and financial management skills alongside good business acumen and provide strategic direction and project delivery which will lead the Council through a period of growth and development. You will need to be able to build a wide range of positive working relationships with councillors, staff and partner organisations across the public, private and voluntary sectors.

The post of Town Clerk is challenging, and the duties will require regular evening work and occasional weekend working, which is reflected in the salary being offered. You may be an experienced or qualified Clerk, or you may have a successful track record elsewhere in local government or a legal or finance background in the commercial/ private sector and are prepared to qualify quickly as a Town Clerk. The holding of the Certificate in Local Council administration is desirable or a commitment to obtain it within two years of appointment.

This is a politically restricted post.

Further details and the Recruitment Pack can be obtained from the Town Council website –www.whitbytowncouncil.gov.uk/jobs

Email: town.clerk@whitbytowncouncil.gov.uk to discuss this opportunity

Closing date: 29 July 2024

Interviews will take place in the week commencing 12 August 2024

Mental Health, Wellbeing & Pastoral Lead

Salary: SCP 7 (£25,979 full time equivalent) 3 days, TTO

Required for September 2024

Part-Time, Permanent

Virtual School Lead - Chesil

Salary: £36,648 - £42,403

Due to the expansion of the Virtual School, we have an exciting opportunity to be part of our team working to improve educational outcomes for Children in Care and Care Leavers in Dorset, aiming to set up high quality teaching and learning experiences for our children and young people across Early Years, schools and Post-16 Providers.

As the ideal candidate, you demonstrate:

• A child-focused approach: Prioritising the well-being and interests of children, ensuring their needs guide decision-making.

• Effective communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills enabling successful collaboration with diverse individuals and agencies.

• Experience of setting targets and monitoring and reporting on progress against these targets.

• A proven track record of successful work with children and young people in a school/ education and/or social care context as well as experience of supporting children where professionals have been unable to engage them with education.

• An awareness of quality assurance

• A proven track record of monitoring and reporting on progress, attendance and attainment.

• The ability to work in a trauma informed way to support our children and young people to achieve.

• The ability to work flexibly within a team environment.

You will need to be an education or social care worker and an experienced, flexible team member, committed to supporting some of our most vulnerable children and young people.

Learning and development opportunities linked to the strategic priorities of the Virtual School will be made available to our Virtual School Leads.

A willingness to work flexibly to meet the needs of the Virtual School is important. As some children are educated outside of Dorset, there is also some requirement to travel and so a full driving licence is essential. You must have a vehicle (or transport we deem suitable) available for use as needed.

Your centre of duty will be in Weymouth. There will be a hybrid approach to your work, which supports working from home and in the office. You may also be working in different locations across the county according to your work.

Contact Jo Smark-Richards, Service Manager (Virtual School) for an informal conversation about the role –jo.smark-richards@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.jobs.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/vacancies/26177/virtual-school-lead--chesil.html

Closing date: 21st July 2024

Interviews will be held on Thursday 25th July 2024 at County Hall in Dorchester.

WASTE AND TECHNICAL SERVICES MANAGER

Salary: Grade N – SCP 43-46 (£51,515 to £54,771)

Gateshead Council are looking to appoint a Waste and Technical Services Manager, within the Housing, Environments and Healthy Communities service area. This is an exciting and challenging opportunity within a service, that provides a range of integrated services to help keep the environment in which people work, live and spend their spare time in a clean, safe and attractive condition.

As the Service Manager you will be responsible for the effective delivery of technical and operational: waste collection, Regent Funeral Services, recycling, parking services, parking enforcement, on street enforcement and the street works permit scheme within the Gateshead Borough.

Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity in a great school? If you’re a positive, caring & supportive person who cares passionately about children’s education & wellbeing, this could be the job for you.

We are looking for an experienced Mental Health professional to provide support and have responsibility for the emotional development and welfare of all pupils in school and links in the community. Providing both 1-2-1 and group support for learning and educational activities, developing social skills and secure physical and emotional wellbeing.

Please see the application pack for all the details and expectations of the role.

You are more than welcome to visit the school, please contact the school office on 01943 862642 to arrange.

To apply, go to: https://www.burleyoaks.co.uk/vacancies/

Closing Date: 12 Noon, Friday 12th July 2024

Interviews: Monday 15th July 2024

If you have not been contacted by the close of business on Friday 12th July 2024, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful at this time; however, we thank you for your interest in this post.

The role includes the management of resources and facilities including employees, vehicles, plant, equipment, depots and stock to maximise performance, avoid unnecessary use and make arrangements for incidents occurring outside of normal working hours. You will also participate in the delivery of the Winter Maintenance functions and duties (including out of hours) to ensure that the Council delivers its obligations under the Winter Maintenance Plan.

You must have…

Knowledge of:

• Leadership, interpersonal, communication, negotiating and influencing skills both oral and written.

• Management experience in a waste, environmental or related service delivery field.

• Ability to prepare and present clear and concise reports.

• Planning, organising and delivering significant projects.

• Partnership working • Current legislation relevant to services

• Financial management, including bidding successfully for funding.

• Performance management

• Microsoft Office Suite of Programs

Experience of:

• Waste and Contract Management in Waste and Recycling

• Ability to lead, manage and empower teams.

Qualifications:

• Full driving licence and access to a car or means to mobility support.

• Relevant degree or equivalent, to Waste Services

• Relevant professional and/or management qualification

For an informal discussion, please contact Colin Swinney, Service Director, Highways and Waste on 0191 433 7420.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/Waste_and_Technical_Services_Manager/267200

Closing date: 21st July 2024

Executive Headteacher or Co‐Headteacher

Salary: Leadership Scales 10‐16

The new Executive Headteacher or Co‐Headteacher will lead on the strategic longer‐term direction of the Federation to ensure its sustainability. The successful candidate will be Executive Headteacher or Co‐Headteacher for our Federation of two small village schools. There is some ﬂexibility in the number of days worked in the Co‐Head model.

We are looking to appoint a highly motivated inspirational leader, who will build on the stimulating learning environment and Christian ethos of our school community.

We are an inclusive Federation of schools, where everyone matters. We are committed to providing an engaging curriculum in a nurturing, safe and happy setting where all of our children can thrive and feel valued.

We wish to appoint an Executive Headteacher or Co‐Headteacher, with no regular class teaching commitment to work across the Federation Schools. The role will involve working effectively to continue to drive improvements and further raise standards. This post would be suitable for an experienced teacher with leadership responsibilities or a current leader looking to work in a forward thinking and supportive federation. Visits to the school are encouraged. Please contact the school office to book an appointment or speak with the Headteacher or School secretary at ‐ office@harpley.norfolk.sch.uk

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.educationjobﬁnder.org.uk/job/cb890621‐901b‐40c8‐aa0f‐4c158fd92880

Closing date: 2 August

Shortlisting

Interview

and

FINANCE OFFICER

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

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

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

Parish Clerk

Salary: LC3, SCP 37-41, £45,441-£49,498 (pro-rata), depending on experience and suitability

Chigwell Parish Council is seeking a forward-thinking and proactive parish clerk to join their team and work with councillors for the good of the community.

The key duties and responsibilities are detailed in the job description and person specification.

Reporting to the Parish Council and Chair, you will work for a total of 37 hours per week, which will include some evening work. Core working hours and days are to be agreed upon with the post holder.

The successful Applicants must have significant experience in senior management with supporting wide-ranging skills, will be an organised, conscientious, effective leader and manager of the six members of the team, and have excellent communication and IT skills required to work successfully with diverse groups such as our 11 councillors, residents, other local councils, principal local authority departments, contractors, and others. A financial background would also be advantageous. Applicants should have a good legal knowledge of the statutory framework concerning the management and running of a Parish Council. The ideal candidate will be CiLCA qualified, although the Council would consider applicants who commit to becoming CiLCA qualified or are in the process of becoming so qualified.

For further details, the job description and application form can be found on the Council’s website: www.chigwellparishcouncil.gov.uk or email: olga.linkeviciene@chigwellparishcouncil.gov.uk

Only applications received with a completed application form will be considered.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES AT ST ANDREW’S

Assistant House Parent

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.

Boarding - Weekend Supervisor

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.

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/

Are you a strategic, passionate and experienced leader with a big heart and understanding of older people?

If so you could be the person to take West Norfolk Befriending forward.

Pay range NJC Grade 5, point 12-17 £13.69 - £14.91 per hour (FTE £26,421 - £28,770).

Permanent - Full time 37.5 hours per week.

The post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. To apply visit: www.wnbefriending.org.uk

Closing date: 12 noon on Friday 12th July 2024; interviews will take place on Wednesday 17th July 2024

If you would like an informal chat about the role please contact the Chair of Trustees on 01553 763500 or email: info@wnbefriending.org.uk

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

Business and Facilities Manager

Due to the retirement of the

postholder, this varied and challenging role requires a professional who has the confidence and capability to work independently, taking responsibility and accountability for day‐to‐day business operations within our school. Joining the senior leadership team, the successful candidate will manage finance, HR, Health and Safety, facilities and administration, exercising skill and judgment to ensure efficiency and effectiveness at all times.

You will bring well‐developed interpersonal skills, ﬁnancial acumen, and a ‘can do’ attitude that will support you in proactively continuing to improve systems that support achievement of objectives. Your professionalism and ability to remain calm under pressure will be evident, supporting the Headteacher and Governors with complex and conﬁdential matters. Your adaptable and approachable manner will enable you to build relationships within school and the wider community including parents and contractors.

If you would like to discuss this role, please contact the school oﬃce by emailing shb‐oﬃce@shb.jtmat.co.uk

For further details and an application form, please visit: https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/job/198025/business‐and‐facilities‐manager‐shobnall‐primary‐and‐nursery‐school/

Completed application forms should be emailed to: shb‐oﬃce@shb.jtmat.co.uk Only fully completed application forms will be submitted for shortlisting. CVs will not be accepted.

Closing date: Wednesday 5th June 2024 at 12.00pm

Selection/Interview: Tuesday 18th June 2024

Project Search Tutor

Salary: £27,061 - £33,293 depending on experience

Do you have experience in teaching, especially SEN? Do you have a passion that drives change for those with a learning disability?

a School leader

• A community of friendly, engaging students, who are full of character and have a lot of potential.

PART TIME WORKING MAY BE CONSIDERED FOR THE RIGHT CANDIDATE. Application packs may be obtained from, and should be returned to Pete Eckersley, Oﬃce

Please see the Job Description for full role requirements. If you would like an informal chat or have any questions about this role please call Minh Phan on 01733 873782.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/job/204481/project-search-tutor/

Closing date: 31st July 2024

QA OPERATIVE

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

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

RESPONSIBILITIES:

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

Dudley College of Technology is one of the most successful fur‐ther education colleges in the UK, providing a wide range of ed‐ucation and training programmes across the West Midlands. With a Large estate centred on the Dudley and Brierley Hill Learning Quarters, it provides inspirational facilities, in which students can access world‐leading technology at the forefront of Further Education. Graded ‘Good’ by Ofsted in our most recent inspection in 2023, success rates for learners, across all programmes, are on or signiﬁcantly above national benchmarks.

Employer Engagement Manager

Salary: £35,841 ‐ £48,139 per annum

Educational Support Assistants –variable hours

Salary: £11.64 per hour

Invigilators – variable hours

Salary: £11.64 per hour

Payroll/HR Administrator

Salary: £23,144 ‐ £24,543 per annum

For further details and to apply please visit: dudleycol.ac.uk/our‐college/jobs

ISSUE 306 www.todaysrecruitment.co.uk

Registered ManagerChildren's Homes

We currently have a fantastic opportunity to join our Children’s Residential Service as a Registered Manager at a home for children and young people.

The home provides 4 beds for children/young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties aged 10-17 years. The home provides short to medium term placements. This role will require you to register with Ofsted.

The provision has recently been rated ‘good’ by Ofsted and we are working hard to achieve a rating of ‘Outstanding’. We provide high quality placements and dedicated support to children and young people to achieve and fulfil their potential.

Main Responsibilities

As the Registered Manager, you will

• support the Residential Lead and lead a team of staff ensuring that children and young people are well cared for and are making progress.

• be accountable for ensuring overall service delivery with responsibility for ensuring the home meets with the requirements.

• be accountable to Ofsted through inspections.

• be required to supervise staff, complete audits, develop the workforce and most of all ensuring that the children and young people in your care is paramount.

The Ideal Candidate You'll need to have:

• proven success as a Children’s Residential Home Manager/ Deputy Manager.

• experience supporting children and young people with Emotional Behavioural Difficulties and complex needs.

• understanding of the Children’s Home Regulations & Inspection Framework.

• experience of managing a team/supervising staff.

• experience of working with partners.

• minimum Level 3 Health & Social Care Children & Young People or equivalent. You will be required to complete the Level 5 in Leadership & management if not already achieved.

If you want to find out more about the role, please contact Residential Lead, Justine Bishop on 07800661929

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/job/203592/registered-managerchildren-s-homes/

Principal Building Surveyor

(Fire Safety and Climate Change)

£50,512 to £52,572 per annum

We’re excited to be recruiting to this opportunity for an experienced building surveyor who is looking to work with a broad range of professionals in an enthusiastic and forwardlooking organisation. If you are passionate about housing and customers being at the heart of all we do, then we would love to hear from you.

Our portfolio includes an exciting mix of high and low rise blocks alongside traditional dwellings, predominantly rented units with some leaseholds offering you considerable scope to apply your talents.

If you have any questions or wish to have an informal discussion, please contact Caroline Russell by email: caroline.russell@warwickdc.gov.uk or telephone on 01926 456411.

Closing date: 23rd June 2024

Interview date: 3rd/4th/5th July 2024

Housing Development Manager

Salary: £45,441 to £47,420 per annum, LGPS, BUPA Cash Plan, Work Perks, Up to 32 days annual leave

Experience of managing budgets Excellent wide-ranging communication, consultation and negotiating skills. Effective planning, partnership, problem solving, organisational and time management skills. An ability to understand, analyse and act upon management information. Strong and effective leadership skills including the ability to motivate staff and manage performance to meet agreed targets.

Closing date: 30th June 2024

Senior Housing Development Officer

Salary: £36,648 to £39,186 pa plus local government pension, up to 32 days annual leave, Bupa Cash plan

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual with development experience to join our growing team. Ideally with some supervision experience.

If you have any questions or wish to have an informal discussion, please contact April Knapp by email: april.knapp@warwickdc.gov.uk to arrange a telephone discussion.

Closing date external: 30/06/2024

Interview date/s: 24/07/2024

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.wmjobs.co.uk

Trust Finance Manager

Salary: £49,498.00 - £61,270.00 Annually (Actual)

Leigh Trust is an ambitious and growing Trust and we are excited to be appointing to a brand-new role of Trust Finance Manager, to help us on our journey and to strengthen our finance service. You will be based in our central office located at Nansen Primary school. Hybrid & flexible working is also negotiable.

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the role of Trust Finance Manager calls for a finance professional with the necessary experience, skills and personal qualities to be able to operate as part of a close-knit, central team. This is a key role in leading the finance function whilst providing a robust financial infrastructure.

This post will also provide opportunity to play an important and active part in the strategic direction of this forward looking, successful and thriving Trust.

This is a senior post that is expected to evolve over time, requiring the post holder to be responsive and proactive in the context of strategic priorities.

In return we can offer you:

• Highly competitive pay and pay progression opportunities

• A comprehensive induction and a strong commitment to your professional development and career progression

• Access to wellbeing services for our employees and their families, through our dedicated service provider

• Internal wellbeing support

• Excellent pension scheme (local government)

• Flexible working opportunities

• Opportunity to partake in the annual staff survey

• An ambitious and dedicated Trust Executive Team

Close Date: Monday 1st July 12 noon

Interview Date: Monday 8th July 2024

We are advertising this post with exclusivity of our recruitment partner Michael Page.

Please in the first instance contact: Ayden Bogle Consultant

Michael Page Finance

M: 07977 532546

E: aydenbogle@michaelpage.com

Please note once shortlisted with Michael Page all applicants will need to apply via our online recruitment portal, My New Term on the link available on our website. https://www.leightrust.co.uk/careers-at-leigh-trust/

SENDCo

Salary: MPR/UPR plus SEN 2 Allowance

KS2 Teaching Assistant

Grade 3, SCP 4

Salary: £23,114 FTE – Term time only (pro rata)

Contract: 22.5 hours p/w

Required September 2024

Cheslyn Hay is a successful and popular large Primary school. It has an excellent reputation within the community and is a ‘Good’ school (Ofsted July 2019). We are proud of our achievements and we are seeking to employ a teaching assistant who will join us on our journey for improvement. The school environment reflects our passion for learning. There is a strong staff team and hardworking pupils who are a credit to the school. Our aim is to appoint excellent classroom practitioners with a strong interest in coaching and enabling every pupil to succeed.

We are looking to appoint an outstanding Teaching Assistant to work alongside dedicated and enthusiastic colleagues. The job will include working within a Key Stage 2 class initially to deliver a stimulating curriculum that meets the needs of all pupils and allows all pupils to learn.

As the ideal candidate you will:

• Recent experience of working in KS2

• Have high expectations for all pupils

• Understand the importance of a safe learning experience for all pupils

• Have the ability to work in a professional team

• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Demonstrate a calm and professional manner with pupils and be able to use behaviour management strategies effectively

You will be joining:

• A warm, mutually supportive and caring ethos with enthusiastic and skilled staff who are highly aspirational and committed to pupil welfare, progress and life-chances

• Pupils who work hard are proud of their school and are excellent ambassadors for the school

• A supportive and dedicated Governing Body

• Parents/carers who work successfully with the staff

Visits are warmly welcomed and encouraged. For queries in regards to this post, or to return your applications, please contact our school office on 01922 667950 or office@chps.school.

For further details and to apply, please visit:

https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/job/202681/teaching-assistant-ks2/

This School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Closing date: 18th July 2024 Project

Management Accountant

Salary: £35,451 – £39,321 per annum

Heart of Mercia Multi Academy Trust was established in 2017 and currently compromises of three Sixth Form Colleges (Hereford Sixth Form College, Worcester Sixth Form College and King Edward VI College, Stourbridge), and two secondary schools (The Chantry School and John Kyrle High School & Sixth Form) educating over 8,500 students each year across Dudley, Worcester and Hereford.

With a budget of over £50million, we require a Management Accountant to join our Central Finance team to provide in‐depth analysis of the Trust’s finances, reporting accurately to key stakeholders and working alongside the Deputy Chief Finance Officer and Chief Finance Officer to ensure the financial sustainability of the MAT over the coming years. As the Trust grows, the need for a Management Accountant to keep on top of the detail is imperative to achieve our strategic aims.

This is a permanent, all year round, full‐time role, subject to the conditions of service handbook of the Sixth Form Colleges Association. Salary will be paid on the Sixth Form Colleges Association support staff pay scale 21 ‐ 25 which is £35,451 – £39,321 per annum, based on 37 hours per week. Applicants seeking part time working will also be considered. The Trust is very supportive of flexible working arrangements, and we would welcome any discussions about this either before or during the interview. The role will be primarily based at either King Edward VI College, Stourbridge or at Hereford Sixth Form College depending on the candidate’s preference. There will be a requirement to occasionally travel to other sites across the Trust. Full requirements for the role can be found in the attached job description and person specification.

Please note that CVs cannot be accepted. Applications must be sent electronically in the original format (Word document) to: hr@kedst.ac.uk. Closing date for applications is 9.00 am Wednesday 3rd July. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive suﬃcient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

For more information or an informal chat about this role, please contact Josh Thomas, Deputy Chief Finance Oﬃcer on 01384 398117 or via email josh.thomas@heartofmerica.org.uk

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/job/202428/management‐accountant‐/

As SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator), you will play a pivotal role in ensuring that every child, regardless of their abilities or challenges, has the opportunity to succeed.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading the development and implementation of our SEND policy and provision.

• Collaborating with teachers, support staff, parents, and external agencies to create individualized support plans.

• Conducting assessments and monitoring progress to tailor interventions effectively.

• Providing guidance and training to staff to enhance their SEND knowledge and skills.

• Advocating for the rights and needs of our students with SEND.

As the SENDCo for the academy you will also ensure access to the curriculum for all pupils with Special Educational Needs, Disabilities, Mental Health and EAL within the academy and will be responsible for the effective co-ordination and identification of need, appropriate intervention, and mentoring. You will also monitor and evaluate the impact of the interventions for all pupils requiring additional support.

Primary Teacher

Salary: MPR/UPR

We are seeking to recruit a committed, hardworking and enthusiastic Class Teacher to join our team here at Beacon Primary Academy.

About the role and you: As a Teacher at our academy you will be expected to engage and enthuse learners through a commitment to outstanding teaching and learning, with the freedom to unleash your creativity to provide modern and engaging learning experiences. We need someone with the energy and passion to help make our curriculum truly memorable.

To succeed you must be innovative in your techniques to motivate and inspire young people; you will also be a great team player and first class communicator.

About Us

Our Academy opened in September 2014. Our staff team have established an excellent learning environment, clear routines and very high expectations for our children. Our parents are committed to supporting us in achieving the best for their children and speak highly of the work that we do. We encourage parents and the wider community to work closely with us and regularly have visits within our local area that provide excellent learning opportunities for our children. These ‘real’ experiences are ones that they remember and that they will talk about for many years to come.

Our Academy has fantastic facilities, an outstanding teaching and learning team and most importantly, strong values. Being respectful, polite and fair are essential attributes for all children and adults to enable them to achieve their full potential. These values are very important to me.

We will ensure that you, our parents, are well informed, staff are clear about their roles and that our children can learn in a safe, stimulating and creative environment that supports their individual needs. For more information please visit https://www.beaconprimaryacademy.org/

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://greenwoodacademiestrust.kallidusrecruit.com/Search.aspx

Closing Date: 23 June 2024

Salary: £38,223‐ £42,403 Rugby Borough Council wish to appoint an experienced and enthusiastic Project Manager for our Assets team. The job will be to develop and deliver property related projects, primarily for the council’s housing and Corporate Property portfolio.

The role will be to increase the capacity to deliver on its project work regarding the objectives of the Corporate Strategy delivery plan and support the development of the HRA investment plan. There will be a particular emphasis on decarbonisation, but also a focus on the Stock Condition Survey work, Decent Homes Standard and EPC data.

Beneﬁts

• Competitive Salary 24 days annual leave, 8 Bank Holidays, 2 extra statutory days and 1 locally agreed day

• Generous pension scheme

• Hybrid working

• Structured Induction Program

• Learning and Development opportunities

• Regular performance reviews

• Payment of professional subscription for approved professionals

• Family Friendly Policies

• Independent Support for your health & wellbeing

• Generous compassionate leave

• Cycle to Work scheme

For an informal discussion about this role, please call William Winter our Asset Maintenance Manager on 01788 533848

You can view full details of this job via our website www.rugby.gov.uk , where you can also apply on‐line. If you are unable to apply on‐line please contact 01788 533564, or e‐mail: contact.centre@rugby.gov.uk for further assistance.

Closing Date: 9 July 2024

Interview Date: 7 August 2024

Senior ICT Network Technician

Due to a growth of the school, we are looking to recruit an experienced ICT Network specialist to help manage and develop the school’s ICT systems and network team. This is a great opportunity for someone that has previously worked within a similar role, environment or has a strong ICT technical based background with an ability to provide a comprehensive technical support service to our staﬀ.

Applications are invited from candidates with at least three years in a technical position and / or managing ICT projects who have enthusiasm for a wide scope of IT equipment and software including servers, networking, printing and wireless.

Hours of work are 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year.

Salary will be paid at Band H, points 17‐22, in the range of £28,770 to £31,365 starting point depending on experience and qualiﬁcations. Closing date for completed applications is 12 noon Monday 15th July 2024

Associate Teacher/ Teaching Assistant

Are you considering a future career as a teacher? Or a newly qualiﬁed teacher without a current position eager to gain more hands‐on experience and additional expertise?

We offer a unique opportunity for gifted and enthusiastic individuals to spend up to two academic years in the school and classroom environment, gaining a breadth of experience working with students and contributing to the extra‐curricular activities within the school. This post is offered as a fixed term contract until August 2026 in the first instance.

You will provide daily cover for absent subject teachers and work as a Teaching Assistant alongside lead teachers in supporting the learning of all students, including those with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and assist in the delivery of extra‐curricular activities such as Sport, and / or Performing Arts.

Working hours: 34.75 hours per week term time plus 5 staﬀ learning days, 39 weeks per annum.

Salary paid at Band F; £23,893 to £25,979 pa paid pro‐rata starting point depending on experience, length of service and qualiﬁcations. Actual salary based on hours and weeks worked is calculated at £19,440 to £21,138 per annum subject to any continuous service plus £1000 recruitment and retention allowance during the second year.

Closing date for completed applications is 12 noon Monday 8th July 2024

To apply download an application form and further information from our website www.stratforduponavonschool.com and send all electronic applications to recruitment@stratfordschool.co.uk

Specialist Ranger - Woodlands

Salary: £31,364 - £33,945 per annum

About Us

The Country Parks Service manages a portfolio of five Country Parks, three Greenways and two nature reserves across Warwickshire, welcoming around a million visits every year.

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced ranger, with hands on knowledge of tree and woodland management across a variety of habitats to join our dedicated, passionate team of rangers and specialist rangers. The post will be based at our flagship site in the north of the county, Kingsbury Water Park, and will work alongside the North Ranger team, also covering Pooley and Hartshill Hayes Country Parks. The woodland specialism element of the role will cover the whole portfolio of sites across Warwickshire, with everyday ranger duties focusing on the north. All our sites are manged with both visitors and wildlife in mind, balancing the needs of recreation with conservation.

The Role

Excellent customer service is at the heart of what we do, and being confident and welcoming with members of the public from all walks of life is an essential part of the role. Working within a team, your duties will include practical habitat management, public access works, site compliance, and safety checks.

Working weekends and bank holidays in all weathers, you’ll be using work vehicles to travel across the parks, helping to promote and assist visitors’ enjoyment of the countryside. You will also lead, as well as contribute to, events and school visits; ensure our parks are clean and tidy, carrying out routine maintenance as required; lead and manage volunteer groups; monitor car parking; and act as a bailiff for the fishery at Kingsbury Water Park. You may also be required to work at other parks across the county and work additional hours.

As the woodland specialist, you will be responsible for applying for funding and felling licenses, drawing up woodland management plans, engaging with internal and external stakeholders around arboriculture, conducting tree safety checks, and implementing our tree safety approach.

For further information about the role please contact Thomas Crawford, Country Parks Operations Manager, 01926 412838, thomascrawford@warwickshire.gov.uk

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/job/201137/specialist-rangerwoodlands/

Closing date: midnight Wednesday 3rd July

Interview date: 24 & 25th July 2024

Fleet Workshop and Administration Manager

Salary: £49,498 - £53,630 (Grade 8)

The award-winning City of Wolverhampton Council is seeking to recruit two managers in this role to join our dynamic and hardworking Fleet Services team. This permanent position is an ideal opportunity for individuals who are looking to advance their career and join a thriving and supportive organisation.

The Council is committed to being an inclusive employer and building an inclusive organisation where the workforce reflects the diversity of the city we serve. Equality, diversity, and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do, and we are actively seeking applications from individuals that represent our own diverse city to join our Fleet team and enhance the team diversity

Do you have a record of successful management or supervisory experience in a fleet and transport maintenance environment? Are you responsible for, or involved in ongoing development of technical specifications required to meet bespoke public sector statutory operational service requirements, across a range of municipal vehicles, plant, and equipment, while keeping abreast of modern technology and industry innovation? Are you seeking an opportunity to progress and support fleet management into a new era, with digitalisation at its core and the ability to co-ordinate and manage significant organisational change while maintaining service provision and business as usual? If so, we need you!

You will need to be an individual with relevant qualifications or considerable experience, with a flexible approach, innovative, solution focused, and able to manage competing priorities to achieve set deadlines.

The role requirements are:

• Experience of management in a fleet environment, preferably with a large in-house workshop, either in a public sector or commercial setting

• Experience of using performance management techniques to drive continual improvement

• Experience of delivering organisational and cultural change, and of shaping the delivery of services to meet the needs of customers and communities

• Experience of implementing and delivering new fleet management contracts within a fleet and workshop environment

• Experience of partnership working and building successful working relationships with a range of private and public sector organisations

• Experience in Service Level Agreement creation and SLA performance management with a range of private and public sector organisations

The successful candidate must hold a full and clean driving licence.

There's never been a better time to join the City of Wolverhampton Council’s Fleet Services team. We are at an exciting stage of transformation for the organisation and the city. Training opportunities and personal development are at the top of our agenda, to support employees, and the council’s commitment to meet its strategic objectives.

We offer a wide range of benefits including competitive salaries, generous annual leave entitlement, excellent pension scheme amongst many more.

If you are interested in applying and require further information on this position, please contact Elizabeth Hartle on: 01902 551190, elizabeth.hartle@wolverhampton.gov.uk

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/job/202255/workshop-and-fleet-administration-manager/ Closing date: 30th June 2024

Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) with 2‐day teaching commitment which will be temporary in the ﬁrst instance.

Salary: Main Scale (dependent on experience)

Job Type: Teacher

Location: Sir Francis Hill Primary School, Lincoln

Contract Type: DSL role Permanent, 2 days teaching temporary in the ﬁrst instance. Ideally, we would like the role to start 1st September 2024 but will delay for the right candidate.

We have an exciting new opportunity to join us at Sir Francis Hill Primary School in a combined role as a Designated Safeguarding Lead alongside a 2‐day commitment to teaching, temporary to 31st August 2025 in the ﬁrst instance. (Key stage dependent on experience of candidate). This post has arisen due to the size and needs of the school and, as a new post, oﬀers the potential to develop and shape the role in our school.

Sir Francis Hill is a bustling three form entry school. If you are looking for a place of work where each day is diﬀerent, then this might be the role for you.

What we can oﬀer:

• Happy, enthusiastic and hard‐working children

• A school community that is friendly, where everyone is valued and committed to providing stimulating learning experiences for all the children in our care

• A supportive, hardworking and dedicated team of colleagues

• Opportunity for continuing professional development

Visits to the school are strongly encouraged and can be arranged by contacting the school on: 01522 520359.

Further information, including a detailed Job Description and Person speciﬁcation, and an application form can be obtained from the school website at: www.sfh.lincs.sch.uk

Completed application forms should be returned to the Business Manager at: Suzanne.prior@sfh.lincs.sch.uk

Solicitor Social Care Adults

Salary: £49,498 - £53,630

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time 37 hours x1 and part time x1 18.5 hours

We are a multi-award winning Legal Services team, recognised for our excellence and accredited with Lexcel, showcasing our commitment to legal standards. We offer an environment where both individual growth and team success are prioritised. Our office space at the Civic Centre has been recently renovated, providing an appealing and attractive workspace.

Situated conveniently, Wolverhampton has excellent transport connections to Birmingham, Shropshire, and neighbouring towns in the Black Country. The city is undergoing major development, with ongoing projects aimed at enhancing its appeal as a vibrant place for work, leisure, and education.

This is an exciting time for both Wolverhampton and our Legal Services team, presenting a great opportunity to join us.

What The Role Offers You

A career with our team extends beyond qualification attainment. Each team member receives a personalised learning and development plan, complemented by an annual appraisal. Coupled with mentorship and guidance from our leadership team, joining us ensures that you set your career on the right path for success.

The Legal Services team are at the heart of the Council’s functions and are vital to its work. This role gives you the opportunity to play an integral part in the City of Wolverhampton Council achieving its goals and aspirations. As our team continues to thrive and expand, it creates further opportunities for the best people to join us.

We are looking to recruit a motivated and enthusiastic

Adult Social Care Solicitor or Barrister. Candidates from both Local Government and Private Practice are welcomed.

To learn more about this role then please contact Saroj Bangard 01902 554922 or Tracey Christie on 01902 554925 for an informal chat.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/job/203477/solicitorsocial-care-adults/

Closing date: 8th July 2024

Colmore Infant and Nursery School

Colmore Road, Birmingham, B14 6AJ

Telephone number: 0121 464 2820

Contact email: s.fisher@colmoreinf.co.uk

Senior Office Manager

Salary: £32,076 to £39,186 pro rata Subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review Hours per week: 36.5, Term time only

We have a Senior Office Manager vacancy within the school administration team.

The suitable candidate will need to have had experience working within a school office setting. Strong communication and IT skills are essential within this post.

Daily tasks will include, but are not limited to: Day to day management of the school office, ensuring that all tasks are completed efficiently and on time. Daily attendance and absence reporting and school admissions. Upkeep of the school enquiry emails. Main contact for Attendance as School Attendance Liaison Person (SALP). In addition to liaising with outside agencies e.g. school nurse team, the completion of school annual returns (Census) and all other administrative tasks required. The successful candidate will have an oversight of the school fund account and be required to complete some finance related tasks, including ordering and delivering of resources. In addition they will have responsibility for the organisation and booking of agency staff where required.

Colmore is a happy, welcoming and warm school environment where all of our children are ACE – Amazing Confident Experts! We have an inclusive ethos and are a RIGHTS RESPECTING GOLD award school and a TIAAS Gold award school which has recently been rated OUTSTANDING in our November 2023 Ofsted Inspection.

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.

We are happy to arrange visits to the school in advance of applications and you can also find further information about our school by visiting our website: https://colmoreinf-birm.frogos.net/app/os#!/home Application forms can be requested by emailing Steph Fisher – s.fisher@colmoreinf.co.uk along with any additional information required.

Teacher of French

Salary: £49,574 to £54,816

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 outstanding learning and teaching to young people in a disadvantaged community? If so, becoming a Star teacher 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 highperforming 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. Find out more

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

Please download the job description and person specification below 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/Job/JobDetail?isPreview=Yes&jobid=9037&advert=external

Key Dates

Closing Date: Sunday, 07 July 2024 at midnight.

Interview Date: To be confirmed.

Proposed Start Date: Sunday, 01 September 2024. .

Set in the beautiful county of Staffordshire, Tamworth is a vibrant town with rich heritage. Located in the centre of Britain, with a growing population of over 77,000 people, Tamworth is a borough with much to be proud of. Our transport links, unique shopping experience, developing town centre, green spaces, leisure offer, including our cultural and wide-ranging outdoor events programme, as well as our heritage buildings, all help make it a great place to live, work, study, and visit.

In addition to all that Tamworth already has to offer, exciting times are ahead as we embark on a period of significant transformation. Multi-million-pound projects, such as the Future High Street Fund development will help to bring about lasting change and improvements in the future. This will assist with our mission to restore Tamworth town centre as the beating heart of the community, a place that people want to visit, rather than a place they have to visit.

Working for Tamworth Borough Council is more than just a job, it’s about making life better for the people who live and work in the Borough.

We recognise that everybody who works at Tamworth Borough Council is key to successfully delivering its aims and objectives. We can’t do this without skilled and ambitious workforce working in a positive environment empowered to do their best.

Reporting to the Senior Technical Officer the successful candidate will prepare, and project manage a full range of repairs, investment and planned maintenance schemes to deliver the Council’s corporate and housing repairs and capital programme, helping to maintain the decent homes standard.

You should be confident and self-motivated, with a good knowledge of construction and diagnosing repairs to properties.

You will display a commitment to providing a customer focused service and making a difference in service delivery. Good communication skills and the ability to work both as a team member and independently are key attributes for this role.

The successful candidate will have:

• A HNC in construction or equivalent qualification or a construction related trade qualification

• Experience in managing building and maintenance work

• A full driving license and access to a vehicle

This is a hybrid working contract, there is a requirement for some of duties to be carried out at home and some on site. Site attendance will constitute more than 40% of available working time.

We have an extensive benefits package including flexible working, a non-contributory health scheme, Local Government pension scheme, generous holiday entitlement, and payment of professional fees (where applicable), for further details please refer to the application information document on our website.

Appointment will be subject to satisfactory references, right to work in the UK check, medical clearance and DBS check.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact please contact Martin Harper, Head of Repairs, on 07816 199760.

For further information and to apply please visit: https://www.tamworth.gov.uk/jobs

Late applications and/or CVs will not be accepted. Agencies need not apply.

If you have any queries about the recruitment process, please contact: recruitment@tamworth.gov.uk.

Deputy Headteacher

Leadership Pay Spine L8-L12

It’s an exciting time to join the Lawnswood Campus family as we continue on our journey to transform the lives of the young people we serve. This is an excellent opportunity, for the right leader to drive our vision forward whilst we go through a significant period of change. We require an experienced, enthusiastic and innovative Deputy Headteacher to strategically lead on learning and student welfare.

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Deputy Headteacher who has a passion for delivering the highest quality of education and wide ranging interventions to support with the unmet social, emotional and mental health needs of young people and make a real difference in young people’s lives and their futures.

As a key member of our team you will be instrumental in laying the foundation of outstanding standards of education and support us as we continue to create a stimulating and purposeful environment where all of our young people have a sense of belonging in order to thrive.

Assistant Headteacher with SENDCo responsibilities

Orchard Centre & The Nightingale Home and Hospital Service

(September 2024)

Leadership Pay Spine L4-L8

Assistant Headteacher with SENDCo responsibilities

Braybrook Centre & Midpoint Centre

(September 2024)

Leadership Pay Spine L4-L8

It’s an exciting time to join the Lawnswood Campus family as we embark on our journey to become ‘The Leading Light for Alternative Provision in the UK’. We are seeking an experienced and qualified SENDCo with a genuine commitment to inclusive education to join the Orchard Centre and Nightingale Home and Hospital Service and the Braybrook and Midpoint Centre. As a key member of our team you will be instrumental in laying the foundation of outstanding standards of education and creating a stimulating and purposeful environment where our students can make excellent progress. You will have high expectations, a commitment to raising standards of attainment and up-to-date knowledge of teaching and behaviour management strategies. We are seeking passionate and driven individuals with good communication and organisational skills and a desire to make a difference to the lives of our students, families and their communities

For further details and an application form please visit: https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/jobs/?Keywords=lawnswood#browsing

To apply, applicants will be required to complete the application form and return to Mrs Rachel Bain at: rbain@lawnswoodcampus.co.uk

King David JI School 250, Alcester Road Birmingham B13 8EY

Telephone number: 0121 449 3364

Contact email: head@kingdavid.bham.sch.uk

Jewish Studies Teacher

Salary: MPR/UPR

Start date: 1 September 2024

Contract type: Permanent

King David is no ordinary Primary School – it is truly unique.

King David is a small Jewish School with a large mix of children from different ethnic and religious backgrounds, achieving high academic standards. It received high praise in the recent Pikuach (Jewish Studies) inspection in 2024, achieving “Outstanding” in all areas.

Dedicated to promoting racial harmony, it has a family atmosphere, very supportive parents, committed staff and enthusiastic pupils who need a new enthusiastic teacher to join us from September, for the teaching of Jewish Studies across the school.

Informal contact and visits to the school most welcome. Please contact Mr Steve Langford, Headteacher.

For an application form and further details, please email: head@kingdavid.bham.sch.uk

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to all necessary pre-employment checks, including: an enhanced DBS; Prohibition check; Childcare Disqualification (where applicable); qualifications (where applicable); medical fitness; identity and right to work. All applicants will be required to provide two suitable references.

HGV Mechanics / Fitters!!

Based in Gilford in our modern state of the art workshop, we require experienced HGV mechanics.

Roles include keeping our modern ﬂeet of all DAF trucks and trailers in prestige condition, safety / psv inspections and repairs with high attention to detail is ESSENTIAL!

Must be able to work as part of a team but also on their own initiative!

Welding / metal fabrication would be an advantage

Monday – Friday 8.30‐6pm; Saturday 8.30‐1pm

Competitive salary paid weekly

Please send your CV to: joe@fegantransport.co.uk; or call or: 07980764058

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/236771797-hgvdrivers-at-mcnally-distribution-logistics-ltd

Mamo Building Services is a property Management and Construction Company for Residential and Commercial properties and due to expansion require:

Competitive

• Assist in the preparation of tender documents.

• Analysing tenders and contract bids.

• Conduct thorough cost analysis and cost planning.

• Attend and participate in site progress meetings.

• Help promote best practice in Health, Safety and Environmental issues.

• Help deliver projects on time and within budget.

• Ability to manage several projects at different stages.

OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR

Salary: Competitive

• Experience working in a busy office environment (preferable).

• Good written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong time-management and multitasking skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Ability to work under pressure.

• Excellent telephone manner.

• IT literate.

PLANNER/SCHEDULER (Construction)

Salary: Competitive

• Schedule of multiple job lines.

• Planning daily work schedules.

• Analysing job allocations to ensure efficient schedules, minimising mileage, and fuel consumption.

• Deal with any issues that arise, and problem solve effectively.

• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.

• Excellent telephone manner.

• IT literate.

To apply, please visit: https://www.fish4.co.uk/employer/16379976/mamo-building-services/

Fegan Transport Limited are currently looking to hire...

We are a charitable care home in Corbridge and we have the following vacancy: CLINICAL NURSE LEAD

37.5 hours | Hourly rate £22.90 plus additional benefits

As Clinical Lead Nurse, you will be responsible for high standards and best practice of nursing care within our care home.

SENIOR CARE ASSISTANT

32 hours | Hourly rate £13.27 plus additional benefits

Have you always wanted to work in the caring profession, or want to continue your care career? In this rewarding role, you’ll play a vital role in enriching the lives of our residents, ensuring their comfort, well-being, and happiness.

ASSISTANT COOK

24 hours | Hourly rate £12.24 plus additional benefits

We require an experienced Assistant Cook to work in the kitchen in our care home for 24 hours a week with weekend availability.

For more information and to apply for any these posts please contact our office on office@charlottestraker.org.uk or contact our Registered Manager on 01434 633999

BUSINESS PARTNER SYSTEMS

Salary: £48,474 - £51,515

Do you want a role where you’re recognised for what you do, given the opportunity to thrive and have the chance to be the best version of yourself? If so, please keep reading as you’re just what we’re looking for!

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced manager to join our brilliant financial systems team, whose goal is to deliver on the promises we make to our customers and colleagues. Interested in joining a great organisation with an employee offer and experience that rivals others, then this could be an opportunity you just don’t want to miss.

About the role….

We have a role available for an experienced systems manager. You will be working with Strategic Directors, Service Directors and a number of services from across the Council to ensure that they have an efficient and effective financial system. This position is essential to provide an excellent financial system to the Council and in turn the residents of Gateshead.

The role is challenging and dynamic as Council services grow and change the system must be agile and fully integrated and reliable to deliver efficiencies and support business process reengineering.

If you have any further queries, please contact Jill Bradley, Financial Management by email: jillbradley@gateshead.gov.uk

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/Business_Pa rtner_Systems/266179

Closing date: 7th July 2024

CHIEF OFFICER

Salary: LC4 50 - 55 £60,856 - £70,385

As the Chief Officer you will be the Proper Officer of the Council and will have a statutory duty to carry out the functions as 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 and be accountable to the Council for the effective management of all its resources.

You will work for one of the largest Town Councils in Durham at their office at The Greenhouse, Greencroft Trading Park, Stanley with the option 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.

If you have the right skills, knowledge, desire and enjoy the excitement of the challenge to develop and bring about sustainable change and improvements to the Town Council for the people of Stanley contact Ann Barry on: 01207 299109 or e-mail: Ann.Barry@Stanley-TC.gov.uk for a Candidate Information Pack.

If you wish to have an informal discussion around the role of Chief Officer, then please e-mail Jeanette Stephenson Leader of the Council at Jeanette.Stephenson@Stanley-tc.gov.uk to make a telephone appointment.

Closing date: 7th July 2024

SCHOOL BUSINESS MANAGER

Salary: £31,383 ‐ £35,059

The governing body of our large, innovative, aspirational, and nurturing primary school seek to appoint a School Business Manager.

This is a rare opportunity for the right candidate to take up a key post alongside a hardworking, welcoming team in a school with wonderful pupils and supportive families.The role can be a 195 day or a 52/52 all year round contract possible on negotiation and discussion with the school. The school has just undergone a successful Ofsted inspection (February 24) and this is the perfect time for an experienced, enthusiastic candidate to join our team, develop their skills further and contribute to the future of our school.

Please see job description and personal speciﬁcation for further details including full responsibilities of the role by visiting: https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/DBS0404_24_School_B usiness_Manager_Amberley_Primary_School/265951

We aim to shortlist candidates on Monday 24th June, with interviews taking place on Monday 1st July allowing the candidate some time to meet and handover with the current postholder by the end of the school year.

Personal visits to our school are warmly welcomed, please contact the school oﬃce to ﬁnd out about dates/times for these. Candidates are also welcome to email the headteacher at: tony.rigg@amberleyprimary.co.uk should they have any questions regarding the role.

Please return completed applications Addressed to the Headteacher, Tony Rigg and returned to: oﬃce@amberleyprimary.co.uk

Interested applicants can get a ﬂavour of our lovely school by viewing our main ‘X’ (Twitter) page at @AMBERLEYPRIMARY or by visiting our website: www.amberleyprimary.co.uk

WORKSHOP SUPERVISOR

£33,024 to £36,648

Salary: Grade 9

There has become an opportunity for a Workshop Supervisor in the Fleet and Depot Management in Environment

WHAT IS INVOLVED?

To manage and provide safe, effective, and efficient fleet maintenance services that meet the needs of users and fully satisfy the requirements of regulatory agencies.

Responsible for the operational management and performance of employees in accordance with the Council’s policies and procedures ensuring their health, safety, and welfare.

WHAT WILL I NEED?

• Qualification in light and heavy goods vehicles maintenance to a minimum of NVQ Level 3 or equivalent and

• Driving licence category C or Class 4 and 7 MOT testing certificate

• Completed an appropriate apprenticeship within the Transport Industry.

• Experience as an engineer operating within a vehicle fleet / contract hire environment with customer / user interface.

• Experience of maintaining a diverse fleet of specialist vehicles / plant / equipment.

• Experience of supervising staff within a fleet workshop environment.

• Experience of human resource management, i.e., recruitment, disciplinary and attendance management

If successful, you will be required to undertake and pass an in-house driving assessment as part of our pre-employment checks before any offer of appointment can be confirmed.

We encourage you to contact Ian Peverall via email at: ian.peverall@durham.gov.uk to arrange an informal discussion about the role.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/Workshop_Supervisor/2 66608

Closing date: 7th July 2024

Interviews are scheduled to be held 16th July 2024

Do you want a role where you're recognised for what you do, given the opportunity to thrive and have the chance to be the best version of yourself? Interested in joining a great organisation with an employee oﬀer and experience that rivals other? Are you looking for a new challenge in Adult Social care? If so, please keep reading as you're just what we are looking for.

In this role you will be responsible for setting team targets and line managing the Senior Practitioner and Lead Practitioner to encourage continuous team development to meet the needs of the service. Your responsibilities w ill include writing, implementing and monitoring team action plans and risk assessments in line with organisation expectations and ensuring team compliance with statutory obligations and objectives across Adult Social care. You will have responsibility for ensuring high quality practise, performance and recording using formal documentation and systems through implementation of quality assurance systems, regular case ﬁle audits and scrutiny, quality assurances of Occupational Therapy treatment plans, risk assessments, safeguarding processes and other statutory documentation completed by staﬀ.

You will possess knowledge of performance management frameworks and methods as well as relevant adult related disability and mental health legislation. You will hold a BSC or Masters’ degree in Occupational Therapy and be registered with HCPC.

For an informal discussion or if you need any assistance, please contact Jean Kielty on 0191 4332308.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/Team_Manager/265184

HEAD OF SEND

Salary: £76,364 - £85,286

The Head of SEND post is a senior leadership position in a county committed to â€˜Meeting the needs of all learners as close to home as possible'

The successful candidate will be taking the lead of a committed workforce dedicated to supporting all our children and families.

Responsibilities include continuing to support schools and settings in delivering the Northumberland â€˜Ordinarily Available Provision' model, supporting all aspects of inclusive practice, delivering efficient and effective Statutory SEND processes, developing our Preparation for Adulthood policy, ensuring best use of public funding, and championing the needs of all learners with SEND. The successful candidate will have extensive experience of delivering exceptional outcomes for learners with SEND and a track record of developing teams of staff to perform well in challenging times. They will have an in-depth knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and its practical application in schools, other educational settings and at county level. They will be credible with school leaders and our partners in health and social care and be innately creative in delivering on problems which appear to have no solution.

The post holder will be based at County Hall Morpeth but will need the ability to travel the length and breadth of the county on a regular basis. A normal week may include some home working.

This is a permanent post with a start date to be mutually agreed with a competitive salary at band 14 (£76,364£85,286)

For further details and to apply, please visit:

https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/Head_of_SEND/2 66648

Clsoing date: 8th July 2024

• Are you innovative, inspirational and have excellent leadership and Management skills?

• Do you want to work in a role where no 2 days are the same?

• Are you interested in an enhanced training package and career progression opportunities?

• Do you want to make a difference to the lives of children and young people in Stockton-on-Tees?

Look no further! We have a fantastic opportunity for a Deputy Residential Homes Manager to join our friendly, supportive team here at Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council.

DEPUTY RESIDENTIAL HOMES MANAGER

Salary: £35,745 - £41,418 plus pending pay award

SENIOR RESIDENTIAL CARE OFFICER

Salary: £32,076 - £34,834 plus pending pay award

RESIDENTIAL CARE OFFICERS

Salary: £27,334 - £31,364 (pro rata for part time hours) plus pending pay award

Salary: Pro rata actual salary

NIGHT CARE WORKER

£26,595 - £27,992 (£27,334 - £28,770 FTE) plus pending pay award

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

Closing date: 28th July 2024

FLEET TECHNICIAN X2

Salary: £26,421 - £27,803

A fantastic opportunity is available for Two experienced full-time Fleet Technicians to join our team in Fleet Services.

The successful candidates will work as part of a team, responsible for the maintenance and repair of a diverse fleet of vehicles operated by the Council and other agencies including LGVs, Cars, and vehicles up to 7.5 tonne.

You will be experienced in vehicle maintenance with knowledge of health and safety at work, you will be able to work under time restraints and have a flexible approach depending upon the needs of the department this may involve weekend work.

You will be qualified to City and Guilds Level 3 or equivalent, additional training will be available to progress to HGV technician.

HGV FLEET TECHNICIAN X3

Salary: £28,770 - £30,296 (Plus an additional £827,08 Recruitment and Retention payment per month )

A fantastic opportunity is available for three experienced full-time HGV Fitters to join our team in Fleet services.

To help us to recruit Fleet HGV Fitters we are currently offering a Recruitment and Retention payment of £827.08 per month additional to the salary . This is reviewed annually.

The successful candidates will work as part of a team carrying out inspections, breakdowns, repairs, and servicing, HGVT preparation to Ministry of Transport standards on a diverse fleet of vehicles/plant operated by the Council and other agencies.

Experienced in vehicle maintenance with knowledge of health and safety at work, you will be able to work under time restraints and have a flexible approach depending upon the needs of the department this may involve weekend work.

Qualified to City and Guilds Level 3 or equivalent and class 4,5,7 MOT tester status or working towards this qualification this will include taxi testing, additional training will be available.

For further information about the role, please contact Jonathon Pickering, Senior Fleet Workshop Manager on 01642 727748.

For further details and to appl, please visit: www.middlesbrough.gov.uk/careers-and-jobopportunities/vacancies/

Closing date: 2nd July 2024

LAWYER

Salary: £47,420 ‐ £51,515 per annum

We are looking for a full‐time Adult Social Care Lawyer with 2 years PQE to join our dynamic, busy and friendly team.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Advising in‐house clients and colleagues on a range of Adult Services issues including safeguarding, capacity and mental health.

• Drafting applications and orders.

• Attending court.

• Liaising with private practice law ﬁrms, counsel and other external bodies.

The working arrangements are flexible, with office‐based working in County Hall, Morpeth and the opportunity to work on a hybrid office/ home basis.

Requirements:

• Qualiﬁed Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives holding a current practicing certiﬁcate.

• Existing knowledge of Adult Social Care law preferred.

We have some outstanding beneﬁts to oﬀer you, including:

• 26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years of service (pro rata for part‐time employees).

• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme.

• Flexi scheme ‐ up to 2 days ﬂexible leave available per month (pro rata for part‐time employees).

• Local government discount schemes available to all employees with oﬀers at local businesses along with various national brands.

• Commitment to work/life balance offering flexibility through various schemes including job sharing, home working, flexible working, term‐time only, and compressed hours.

• Car leasing scheme.

If you require further information about the position, please contact Helen Coombs, Principal Solicitor on telephone 07966324371 or via email helen.coombs@northumberland.gov.uk

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/Lawyer/266983

Closing date: Monday 15th July 2024.

OISC (LEVEL 2) ACCREDITED CASEWORKER

Hours: Full time 35 hours per week (Could be offered part time if desired)

Salary: £26,750 to £29,536 (depending on experience) per annum plus 6% pension contribution (pro-rata)

Holiday entitlement: 28 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro-rata). Flexi leave system Contract: Permanent, subject to funding

Are you passionate about supporting people seeking asylum and refugees?

We’re looking to increase the level of casework support for our InterAction Drop-in clients. The purpose of this role is to provide immigration advice and casework within OISC regulations to asylum seekers and refugees, including initial asylum applications, fresh claims and leave to remain applications.

The casework support for our InterAction project is delivered in our weekly drop-ins with referrals and ongoing support thereafter. The advice required covers a wide spectrum of need from higher level legal and specific OISC accredited work through to informing clients about how to access healthcare, housing, welfare benefits, education, employment, and other specialised services.

Our InterAction service seeks to reduce destitution, homelessness, and isolation. The successful candidate will function as part of a team that delivers this service in an accessible and trauma informed space.

For further details and an application form, please visit: https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/OISC_Level_2_Accredited_Caseworker/262054

Please return the completed Job Application Form and the Recruitment Monitoring Form to: Recruitment, Action Foundation, The CastleGate, Melbourne St, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 2JQ Or e-mail to recruitment@actionfoundation.org.uk

BUILDING SURVEYOR

Salary: £39,186 - £42,403

Full time | Permanent

You will be working as a Building surveyor carrying out full condition surveys to all property types within the Council’s property portfolio and as required in line with business need. You will ensure standards and policies are followed across the council portfolio of buildings to ensure safe and secure property portfolio. You will undertake minor cross council works to support the service ‘one front door approach’, be proactive in all aspects of health and safety, and work collaboratively with the team to deliver positive outcomes for our customers.

Along with this you will manage minor projects throughout the portfolio managing sub-contractors along with full budget reporting and management. You will be expected to undertake small procurement exercises within the remits of minor works to procure subcontracting services and projects. You will also be pro-active in health and safety throughout all schemes of works to ensure full compliance is met.

BUILDING SURVEYOR

Salary: £39,186 - £42,403

Full time | Temporary 1 x Temp post for 12 months & 1x Temp Post for 24 months

As Building Surveyor you will provide all pre-construction information for the Housing Disrepair Team and provide technical support to the repairs and maintenance team. You will be part of a team assisting in the delivery of a high quality, customer influenced repairs and maintenance service.

The successful candidate will have to demonstrate the ability to collate all pre-construction information required for the settlement of housing condition claims. You will also provide technical support to our responsive housing repair team. You will liaise with our legal team regarding ongoing claims.

For an informal discussion or if you need any assistance, please contact Steve Swinney on 07767245534 or Joshua Bell on 07729101051.

All we need from you is a completed application form which you can do online at www.gateshead.gov.uk or alternatively we do accept CVs tailored to demonstrate you meet the essential criteria of the role. Please submit your application form electronically or send your CV. CV’s must be sent to: joshuabell@gateshead.gov.uk or steveswinney@gateshead.gov.uk

Or by post to: Joshua Bell or Steve Swinney, Site Manager, Gateshead Council, Shearlegs Road, Gateshead, NE8 3EN

Project Manager - Electrical

Salary: £42,403 - £45,441

You will lead a team of experienced Site Managers and sub-contractors to deliver the asset management and capital works program across the Council property portfolio and undertaking operational project management of works packages.

You will be responsible for keeping projects on a realistic timescale and budget by working alongside clients and other council agents such as QS’ and design teams. You will deliver high budget capital asset management program and works packages as part of a capital delivery team within construction services.

Electricians x 4 - Capital delivery

Salary: £33,945 - £36,648

As an electrician within the capital delivery team your role will consist of electrical schemes to domestic and non-domestic properties throughout the borough of Gateshead. The council have an ambitious target to deliver a complex scheme of rewires to domestic properties within its 18,000 - housing portfolio.

We carry out anything from small repairs to complete rewires, being able to install a fuse board on own is a must and the candidate must be prepared to work alone or in a team. These works can come as part of a full delivery package to a part-A kitchen rewire and everything in between. As part of other packages of works to non-domestic stock we also undertake full scale rewires of 3 phase systems and testing.

For an informal discussion or if you need any assistance, please contact Joshua Bell on 07729101051 or Phil Mitchell on 0191 433 7788.

All we need from you is a completed application form which you can do online at www.gateshead.gov.uk or alternatively we do accept CVs tailored to demonstrate you meet the essential criteria of the role. Please submit your application form electronically or send your CV by no later than midnight on Sunday 9th 2024. CV’s must be sent to: joshuabell@gateshead.gov.uk or Philmitchell@gateshead.gov.uk

Or by post to: Joshua Bell/Phil Mitchell, Gateshead Council, Shearlegs Road, Gateshead, NE8 3EN

WASTE AND TECHNICAL SERVICES MANAGER

Salary: Grade N – SCP 43-46 (£51,515 to £54,771)

You must have…

Knowledge of:

• Leadership, interpersonal, communication, negotiating and influencing skills both oral and written.

• Management experience in a waste, environmental or related service delivery field.

• Ability to prepare and present clear and concise reports.

• Planning, organising and delivering significant projects.

• Partnership working

• Current legislation relevant to services

• Financial management, including bidding successfully for funding.

• Performance management

• Microsoft Office Suite of Programs

Experience of:

• Waste and Contract Management in Waste and Recycling

• Ability to lead, manage and empower teams.

Qualifications:

• Full driving licence and access to a car or means to mobility support.

• Relevant degree or equivalent, to Waste Services

• Relevant professional and/or management qualification

For an informal discussion, please contact Colin Swinney, Service Director, Highways and Waste on 0191 433 7420.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/Waste_and_Technical_Services_Manager/267200

Closing date: 21st July 2024