Todays Recruitment Issue 317

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Compliance Oﬃcer for Estates, H&S and Sustainability

Salary: £38,353 ‐ £44,354 per annum + local government pension scheme

The Heart of Mercia Trust was formed in 2019 and currently comprises three sixth form colleges (Hereford Sixth Form College, King Edward VI College, Stourbridge, and Worcester Sixth Form College) and two high schools (John Kyrle High School and The Chantry). There are approximately 8,600 students enrolled across Dudley, Herefordshire and Worcestershire with plans for further expansion.

The successful candidate for the role of Compliance Oﬃcer will be knowledgeable in the areas of health and safety and estates management and be able to demonstrate eﬀective application of statutory guidance in this regard. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential in a role which will involve liaising with and reporting to the Trust CEO, Directors and Academy Principals/Headteachers.

The position will require regular travel to the Trust’s academies and working with colleagues in these locations on matters pertaining to estates, health and safety and sustainability.

The post is permanent, full time (37 hours per week) and full year. The role will be based at Worcester Sixth Form College. Consideration will be given to the role being based at either Hereford Sixth Form College or King Edward VI College, Stourbridge, with the possibility of occasional remote working (to be negotiated).

For more information or an informal chat about this role, please contact Matt Hall, Director of Operations, on 01905 362600 or via email matt.hall@heartofmercia.org.uk.

We know that a diverse workforce drives innovation, creativity, and success. We actively encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds. We recognise that everyone brings unique perspectives, experiences, and talents to our Trust, and we are dedicated to creating an environment where all employees can thrive.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/job/210435/compliance‐oﬃcer‐for‐estates‐h‐and‐s‐and‐sustainability/?LinkSource=PremiumListing

Closing date: 7th October 2024

School Business Manager

Salary: Grade 8 or Grade 9 depending upon qualifications and experience, £29,133.00 - £31,533.00, £32,681.00£34,945.00

St Peters and Clifton CE VC Primary School Horbury Wakefield seeks a School Business Manager who:

• Has a proven track record in business and financial management

• Has experience of preparing detailed financial reports

• Holds a relevant professional qualification for example CSBM or be willing to obtain it

• Has knowledge of Health and Safety procedures

• Demonstrates excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills

• Demonstrates unconditional positive regard, a friendly disposition, confidentiality and professionalism

• Is committed to on-going professional development

• Is able to work well as part of a team

• Is committed to maintaining positive parent partnerships and supports the Christian ethos of our Church school

• Is flexible, dedicated and willing to contribute to the wider life of the school

• Is resilient, flexible, positive and thrives on challenge

The successful applicant will be required to complete a Disclosure Application Form and to provide criminal conviction information.

Application forms and further details are available to download from our school website vacancies page: www.st-peters-wakefield.uk

Telephone: 01924 302965 to book a viewing of the school and meet with the Headteacher.

For more information about our school please visit: www.st-peters-wakefield.uk

Completed application forms should outline experience and qualifications. They should be returned to the Head teacher BY EMAIL no later than noon on Friday 11 October 2024. Interview date to be confirmed. Please email your application to Mrs A Halleyheadteacher@st-peters.wakefield.sch.uk

Business Manager

£42,708.32 to £48,490.21 pro rata if part time

Salary: FTE

Woodhouse Primary Academy is a successful and happy school based at the heart of the local community in Quinton, West Birmingham. Our academy community is very diverse and closely reflects the demographic population of our local area.

Our heavily over-subscribed, two-form entry academy is fast becoming the school of choice in our local area and currently has 468 children on roll from Nursery to Year 6, including children in our specialist Resource Base for autism.

We are seeking a Business Manager to join our dedicated team and contribute to the continued success of our academy. In this pivotal role, you will be professionally, technically, and managerially responsible for HR, Finance, and Operations, including Estates and Health & Safety. As the Business Manager, you will manage the effective wider operations of the academy whilst working alongside the Head Teacher and Senior Leadership Team. This will involve setting and monitoring standards, streamlining processes, enhancing communication, and implementing effective training and systems for our staff team. You will also work closely with other Business Managers in the partnership and with the wider Greenheart central team, including the heads of HR/Payroll, Finance and Operations.

The role would give you the opportunity to make a significant impact in our successful school, and you would be working a supportive and collaborative working environment here at Woodhouse. The role offers comprehensive professional development opportunities. As we are establishing a new role, there is some flexibility available to find the right candidate, and a part time appointment at between 0.8-0.6 would be feasible. The role would suit someone with the passion, experience, expertise and determination to make a sustained positive difference to the children of Woodhouse Primary Academy.

To find out more, or to arrange a visit, please contact the head teacher, Oliver Wilson on: enquiries@whp.greenheartlearning.org.

For further details and an application pack, please visit: https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/job/210370/business-manager/

Please send completed application forms by email to: enquiries@whp.greenheartlearning.org

Closing date: 11th October 2024

Estates Oﬃcer

Salary: Grade I, £33,024 ‐ £35,745 (Pay Award Pending), plus essential car user allowance of up to £1239

This is a fantastic opportunity to work at a multi award‐winning council, helping manage our diverse commercial portfolio, de‐carbonising and growing our estate.

We are looking for someone to assist the Senior Estates Surveyors in the management of all aspects of our commercial property portfolio and deliver the Asset Management Strategy including the Planned Maintenance Programme.

The post holder will eﬀectively communicate with our tenants on day‐to‐day property and lease related matters, co‐ordinate and undertake regular inspections across our sites and support the team in delivery of our Planned Maintenance Programme to ensure our Estate not only continues to generate over £3.8m in income per annum but helps us deliver year on year growth.

We are a dedicated team with a real passion for our work. We are looking for someone that will bring experience and fresh ideas to continue our commercial journey at pace. We are particularly keen to invest in new initiatives that reduce the estates carbon footprint with a genuine desire and strategic direction form our elected members to play our part in tackling climate change. The post holder will support in implementing our car park development plans which includes resurfacing and installation of EV points.

The successful applicant will support the team, advising and delivering on property matters in line with RICS standards and Council protocols including gaining approvals within a political organisation.

The role comes with a requirement to work collectively with all teams in the Council, along with external consultants, contractors and partner organisations.

The role will report to the Senior Estate Surveyor, Commercial, Assets & Estates. Experience of working within a public sector organisation is desirable but is not essential.

For an informal discussion about this post please contact Nav Sandhu, Senior Estates Surveyor at n.sandhu@sstaﬀs.gov.uk or 07966 255577

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/job/210216/estates‐oﬃcer/

Closing date for applications: Midnight on 20 October 2024

Interview date: 24 October 2024 at the Council Oﬃces in Codsall

SENIOR PRACTITIONER - APPROVED MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL (AMHP)

Salary: £41,418 - £45,441 pa plus £2,000 Market Supplement pa

North Tyneside Council is committed to delivering exceptional mental health services to our community. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive environment for both our clients and our team members. As we expand and remodel our services, we are looking for Approved Mental Health Professionals (AMHPs) to join our team, working 3x 12 hour shifts 8am-8pm Monday – Friday.

You will be at the forefront of our mental health services, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, legally compliant Mental Health Act assessments and interventions. This role is vital in ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and rights of individuals experiencing mental health crises.

You would work in a team of Approved Mental Health Professionals who carry out statutory duties under the Mental Health Act, Care Act and safeguarding procedures. You will work closely with social work teams and our external partners, whilst carrying a small caseload of complex and interesting cases. You will be supported to develop a creative and value-led approach to your practice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assessment and Intervention: Conduct and oversee comprehensive Mental Health Act assessments under the Mental Health Act, ensuring appropriate and timely interventions.

• Legislation and Policy Compliance: Ensure all practices comply with relevant mental health legislation and organisational policies.

• Multi-Agency Collaboration: Work effectively with other health and social care professionals, agencies, and stakeholders to coordinate care and support for individuals.

• Crisis Management: Provide guidance in crisis situations, making informed decisions to safeguard individuals and the community.

For an informal discussion,please contact AMHP Lead Georgina Hughes on 07702601264 / georgina.hughes@northtyneside.gov.uk

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/DBS0813_Senior_Pra ctitioner_Approved_Mental_Health_Professional_AMHP_/2 70234

Closing date: 10th October 2024

SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PARTNER

Salary: £69,586 ‐ £73,173 / £76,899. Pending Pay award.

We’re looking for a School Improvement Partner, interested?

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 others? Are you looking for a new challenge? If so, please keep reading as you’re just what we’re looking for!

The team… Education, Schools and Inclusion covers a wide range of areas including, but not limited to, school admissions, adult learning, special educational needs and disabilities, governor support and school improvement initiatives.

The School Improvement Team provide support, guidance, challenge and advice to schools in Gateshead and beyond on all aspects of school improvement. We support professional development for school leaders and staﬀ through our extensive annual CPD programme, support schools pre, during and post Ofsted review and fulﬁl all statutory responsibilities regarding aspects of assessment and moderation.

About the role….

The role will involve visiting allocated schools termly, working closely with Headteachers and senior leadership teams to fulfil strategic goals, support governing bodies with Headteacher performance management programmes and providing support and advice to schools on a range of different matters. There will also be opportunities to deliver training and CPD to a range of different audiences and much more!

The successful candidate will have qualiﬁed teacher status; successful Headteacher experience in the primary school sector; have knowledge of the Ofsted inspection framework and either be Ofsted trained or be willing to train; have knowledge and understanding of pedagogy and issues in education including curriculum development, as well as having a thorough knowledge of the National Curriculum.

You must have the willingness to work outside of normal oﬃce hours and have access to a car (or mobility support), therefore you would re‐quire a current valid driving licence and appropriate insurance.

For an informal discussion or to ﬁnd out more about the post please contact Andrew Carr by email (andrewcarr@gateshead.gov.uk) to speak to a member of the team

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/School_Improvement_Part‐ner/270176

Closing date: 6th October 2024

St. Saviour's C of E Primary Alum Rock Road Birmingham B8 1JB Telephone number: 0121 464 6923 Contact email: enquiry@stsav.bham.sch.uk

ICT Operations Manager

Salary: GR4 FT £32,076 to £39,186 Subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review Hours per week: 36.5 Monday to Thursday 8.00am to 4.00pm, Friday 8.00am to 3.00pm, Term time only plus 2 weeks during the holidays

Role Overview: We are seeking a skilled ICT Operations Manager to join our dynamic team. As an ICT Operations Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the school's information and communication technology infrastructure. Your primary focus will be on maintaining network systems, managing software applications, and ensuring the efficient operation of ICT resources across the school.

Receptionist

Salary: Grade 2 (£22,737-£24,702) pro-rata

Working Hours: Monday 8.00-3.00 Tuesday/Wednesday/ Thursday 8.00-4.00 Friday 8.00-3.30

Role Overview: We are seeking a skilled Receptionist to join our office team, where you will be the first point of call at the School Office, with the responsibility of meeting and greeting of our pupils, parents/guardians, outside agencies and visitors.

Visits to the school are welcome, please call: 0121 4646923 to arrange a visit.

An application form can be found on our school website: http://www.stsavioursceprimary.co.uk

Application forms should be forwarded to: enquiry@stsav.bham.sch.uk

Closing date: Monday 30th September at 9.30am

Social Work Manager - Practice Lead

Salary: £52,000 per annum

We are seeking an experienced social worker to take the role of Practice Lead and play an essential role within a charity dedicated to supporting young people leaving care.

As Practice Lead you will have primary responsibility for supporting LHPs in The Midlands but will also be involved in other areas of work. You will support staff in LHPs to create an environment where young people transition to adulthood in a positive and supported way. You will work with the Care Leavers National Movement as well as the core team to

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Participation & Development Worker

Salary: £42,000 per annum

We

the core NHP team to ensure that young people continue to drive our work at both a local and national level.

You will need to have a professional/academic qualification in a related field e.g., Youth Work, Social Work, Education, Health. Current registration with a professional body is desirable. We actively encourage applications from those who are care experienced and will guarantee an interview if the essential criteria are met.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/job/210352/participation-anddevelopment-worker/

Closing Date: 5pm Friday 18 October.

Interviews: Wednesday 6 November

TRUST HEALTH & SAFETY, COMPLIANCE & GOVERNANCE LEAD

Salary: G9 SCP 28-33

£36,648 - £ 41,418. This equates to actual gross salary of £33,455 - £37,805 (pay award pending)

Hours: 37 hours per week (37-hour contract), term time plus two weeks. 47.59 pay weeks.

Thank you for your interest in the post of Trust Health & Safety, Compliance & Governance Lead at the Talentum Learning Trust. The Trust comprises of 9 schools within and around the town of Leek in the Staffordshire Moorlands and currently consists of six First Schools, one Middle School and two High Schools. We have high expectations and strive to create independent learners fit for the demands of the 21st Century. The Trust promotes high aspirations and excellence for all; our aim is to develop a strong partnership between the academies, students, and the wider community to secure an outstanding learning experience for everyone. We are seeking to appoint a highly skilled professional to the post of Trust Health & Safety, Compliance & Governance Lead.

This will be an exciting opportunity for you if you are someone who enjoys working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with a variety of people. This is a key role within the Central Executive Team and will enable you to draw on your prior experience to provide high quality support and guidance to the Board of Trustees, Senior Leaders and staff across the Trust. You will be highly organised with a keen eye for detail and a skilled communicator. Experience as a Data Protection Officer and knowledge of compliance requirements within the education sector combined with the ability to produce high quality documents and minutes for the Board of Trustees and Members will be an advantage. Your contribution to the Trust will enable the best possible outcomes for our pupils.

If you would like an informal discussion regarding the post please contact Kim Bailey, CFOO, on: 01538 370930 or email: kbailey@ttlt.org.uk.

For further details and an application form, please visit: https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/job/209077/trust-health-and-safety-compliance-and-governance-lead-westwoodcollege/

To apply, please submit your application form and associated forms via email to: recruitment@ttlt.org.uk by 9am on Monday 23rd September 2024. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 25th September 2024.

DIRECTOR OF SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT – PRIMARY

Salary: L26, national T&C’s and pension arrangements.

Part-time: 2 days a week: secondment/fixed term model until July ‘26

A unique opportunity has arisen for an experienced primary school headteacher or senior leader to join The Talentum Learning Trust. We are looking for a dedicated professional to widen the capacity of the trust central executive team.

This position offers the ideal opportunity for an ambitious professional with a track record of successful primary school improvement to broaden their skills and gain experience of an executive leadership role. Candidates should be committed to making a difference through implementing educational excellence across our trust. You will be supported by the CEO, the central executive team and a committed board of trustees.

Established in 2016, the trust has grown to a group of nine (cross-phase) schools operating in and around the market town of Leek and continues to work closely with local maintained and associate schools. You would join the trust at an exciting stage of its development. We are a truly collaborative trust, thriving on positive relationships between like-minded professionals.

We are looking to recruit an individual with the insight to identify and promote best practice and the interpersonal skills and resilience to support and challenge our schools effectively by leading meaningful partnership work across the trust’s academies, improving outcomes for the young people in our community.

In order to secure the right candidate, the trust will consider flexible models. We are able to offer the post until July ‘26 in the first instance. Start date to commence at the earliest opportunity.

To arrange an initial conversation about the role and learn more about our trust, please email our CEO, Ian Wilson: IWilson@ttlt.org.uk

For further detasils and an application form, please visit: https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/job/209079/director-of-school-improvement-primary-westwood-college/

To apply, please submit your application form and associated forms via email to: recruitment@ttlt.org.uk by 12pm on Monday 7th October 2024. Interviews will take place on Monday 14th and Tuesday 15th October 2024.

ADMINISTRATIVE & GOVERNANCE ASSISTANT

Salary: G4 SCP 5 & 6: £23,500-£23,893 gross pay. Pro rota gross: £21,448 - £21,807 per annum, pay award pending Hours: 37 hours per week (37 hour contract), term time plus two weeks. 47.59 pay weeks.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an organised, efficient and driven individual to support the School Business Manager at Westwood College. We seek applicants who excel in organisation, planning and communication, ensuring seamless administrative operations and effective governance. Ideal candidates will demonstrate meticulous attention to detail, proactive planning skills and the ability to clearly convey information to diverse stakeholders.

Our aim is to develop a strong partnership between the academies, students, and the wider community to secure an outstanding learning experience for everyone. We have high expectations and strive to create independent learners fit for the demands of the 21st Century. Through this role and by supporting all areas of the school, you will enable us to deliver the best education possible to our students. We expect our staff to be highly motivated, determined and caring.

In this role you will be expected to:

• Administer and monitor financial processes,

• Manage and process HR matters,

• Provide clerking and support to our Governing Body,

• Promote and safeguard the welfare of children,

• Comply with school policies and procedures,

• Be a positive role model for students and staff,

• Work closely with parents/carers and other professionals.

For further details and an application form, please visit: https://wwc.ttlt.org.uk/about/job-vacancies/

To apply, please submit your application form and associated forms via email to: recruitment@ttlt.org.uk by 9am on Monday 23rd September 2024. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 25th September 2024. Please raise any queries with Mrs Eades by email: teades@ttlt.org.uk.

NEW FORD ACADEMY

BUSINESS & OPERATIONS MANAGER

37 hours per week, full year

Holidays: 28 days plus Bank Holidays per year (32 days plus Bank Holidays after 5 years’ service)

Starting Salary £45,441 per annum

New Ford Academy is seeking to appoint (with a start date of 1st.February, 2025) an exceptional Business & Operations Manager who will support the school through its development and success.

We are a vibrant two‐form entry Single Academy Trust primary academy, with a thriving nursery, taking children from three years of age. We beneﬁt from having a well‐resourced school with impressive facilities. We were judged as ‘Outstanding in our Ofsted Inspection in June 2023.

New Ford Academy is a school with strategic leadership opportunities for the future, and whilst we have begun to explore these, there is a unique opportunity for a new Business & Operations Manager to be involved in this exciting journey.

At New Ford Academy, we promote our values of Ambition, Respect, Empathy, Resilience, Self‐belief, Independence and Honesty. We work hard to ensure that every child succeeds.

The Governors are looking for:

• an inspirational, approachable, supportive leader with a strong track record of improving systems and managing projects;

• a commitment to delivering the provision of a high‐quality service supporting all stakeholders;

• the experience to evaluate the quality of services eﬀectively; an individual with high expectations and who has proven strategic leadership and management skills;

• the ability to set high standards of ﬁnancial probity and ﬁnancial management and ensure that ‘best value’ is achieved;

• an individual who has the ability to build on our current successes and is able to assist in leading us to become an even greater school.

Please look at our website and school vision statement for more information about New Ford Academy: https://www.newford.org.uk/ Visits prior to application are strongly recommended during weeks commencing 16th and 23rd September. Please contact: oﬃce@newford.org.uk or call: 01782 234605 to arrange a visit.

Please send completed application form and a covering letter of no more than 2 sides of A4 to: oﬃce@newford.org.uk by noon on 27th September, 2024. CV’s are not accepted.

Interviews will take place on Tuesday 15th October and applicants will be notiﬁed if they have been shortlisted by 4th October.

VEHICLE TECHNICIAN / MECHANIC WANTED

Salary: From £29K per annum

We are seeking a Vehicle Technician/Mechanic to join our friendly successful team. In this role, you will be responsible for:

Diagnostic Work: Utilise your skills with our dealer level equipment to accurately diagnose vehicle issues

Servicing: Perform routine maintenance to ensure vehicles run smoothly.

Repairs: Carry out both minor and major repairs efficiently and effectively.

Land Rover Knowledge: While not essential, experience with Land Rover vehicles is an advantage.

Qualifications: A minimum Level 2 qualification or equivalent is required. Additional qualifications as an MOT tester would be advantageous.

Driving Licence: A full clean driving licence is essential.

Job Details

Hours: Basic 40 hours per week

Schedule: Full-time, Monday 8.30am - Friday 5.30pm

What We Offer

• Competitive salary

• A supportive work environment

• Opportunities for professional growth and development

For further information or to apply, please Visit: https://www.fish4.co.uk/job/16820366/vehicle-technician-mechanic-wanted/

We look forward to welcoming a new member to our team!

Toynton All Saints Primary School Main Road, Toynton All Saints, Spilsby, England, PE23 5AQ

enquiries@toyntonprimary.co.uk 01790 752242

Head Teacher

Grade: L10-16

Salary: L10-16

£62,202 - L16

£72,162 fte

Start Date: Preferable January 2025

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic Head Teacher for a preferable start date of January 2025, located in the small village of Toynton All Saints.

The Headteacher will provide professional leadership, vision and strategic direction for the schools in order to maintain and develop the school’s ethos which enables pupils and teachers to achieve effective learning. The Headteacher will ensure that the school’s aims and objectives are implemented in accordance with the policies of the governing body and national and local education strategy.

Toynton is a nurturing and welcoming small school with big ambitions. Our well-behaved pupils demonstrate a love of learning incorporating our 6 R’s (respect, responsibility, resourcefulness, resilience, reflection, risk taking and relationships).

We are an Ofsted-rated Good primary school (since September 2012) with Ofsted most recently visiting in March 2023 for Section 8 inspection). The school is welcoming and inclusive and provides a secure and nurturing learning environment. We are proud of the achievements of our children, our school values, and our skilled and dedicated staff, who make Toynton a welcoming and nurturing place to be.

The Governing Body has a supportive and collaborative relationship with the Senior Leadership Team. Toynton All Saints Primary School, built in 1845, has become the local school of choice to surrounding villages and the Spilsby community, offering a forest school, providing additional learning opportunities, a wrap- around care provision and hot meals for pupils cooked on site.

There will be an opportunity for prospective candidates to view the school with the Chair of Governors by appointment.

For further details and an application form, please visit: https://teachinglincs.lincolnshire.gov.uk/vacancy/head-teacher-569218.html

Please return the completed application form to: lizzy.heafield@toyntonprimary.co.uk

You can find more information visit: https://www.toynton-all-saints.lincs.sch.uk

Closing date for applications: 1st October 2024 at 23:59

Interviews: 14th October 2024 (all day)

We look forward to receiving your application.

Our School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service, barred list check, references and medical checks. Pre-employment checks are in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

Head of Academy

Salary: L7-11 Salary: L7-11, dependent on experience Springwell Learning Community Lincolnshire – part of The Wellspring Academy Trust – is looking for someone to join us as Head of Academy in our Mablethorpe school. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about education, who wants to work with and for young people, through supporting them to develop the knowledge and skills to be successful learners, as well as supporting colleagues in their abilities to achieve this.

• Do you feel stifled by the mainstream system?

• Are you an exceptional, creative individual who really wants to make a difference every day to the lives of the most vulnerable children?

• Do you want to be driven by a sense of moral purpose rather than data?

• Do you want high quality professional development and support?

• Do you want to support small classes where getting to know the children really well is a priority and a pleasure?

• Do you want to improve pupils’ behaviour, education and opportunity to succeed?

• Do you want to work with highly supportive colleagues who share your values and ethos?

• Do you want to work in an organisation that supports career progression and has opportunities beyond your own school?

• Do you want to be involved in educational research and development?

If the answer to all these questions is yes, then why not come and work for an organisation who truly believes that there is another way!

If you are interested in transforming the lives and opportunities of young people with SEMH needs, we will be very interested to hear from you.

To apply for this position and further details about Springwell Alternative Academies please visit our website: https://springwell-lincs.co.uk/about-us/careers/

Closing Date for Applications: 23:57 24th Sep 2024

Interview Date: 27th Sep 2024

Wellspring Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks. All pre-employment checks undertaken are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education"

Finance Business Partner

Permanent: 37 hours per week

Salary: £36,648 to £39,186 (Pay award pending)

Location: Tiverton

Following a recent restructure, we have an exciting new opportunity for two full time Finance Business Partners to join our small and friendly Financial Services team. This is an ideal time to join us to help shape the team and the way we support the Authority in the future.

These key roles will be based at Phoenix House, Tiverton, with the ability to work in a hybrid way, and will support the team across a wide range of responsibilities to provide an efficient and effective service to the Authority.

As a Finance Business Partner, your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Leading and managing a Finance Assistant or Systems Accountant;

• Providing robust financial advice to budget holders and senior officers on all financial matters;

• Setting budgets, carrying out budget monitoring and closing the accounts for the services assigned to the post holder;

• Leading on ad hoc projects/tasks within Financial Services;

• Pro-actively seek opportunities to improve the financial support provided to the Council and identify and support the delivery of efficiencies in the service support.

These roles will also be responsible for a selection of other functions, which could include, but are not limited to:

• Fixed Assets and Capital Accounting

• VAT, Partial Exemption and other tax advice

• Treasury Management and Cash Flow Forecasting

• Financial Systems

• Housing Revenue Account (HRA)

• Section 106

• Government Returns including WGA

About you:

• You will be CCAB qualified or part qualified and working towards full qualification, or have a significant amount of experience in an equivalent role and able to demonstrate a comparable level of knowledge and capability;

• You will have a significant technical understanding of Local Government accounting;

• You will have excellent numeracy skills and be able to work accurately with an attention to detail;

• Excellent communication and problem solving skills, and able to communicate complex financial matters to non-finance officers;

• Have extensive knowledge of MS Office software and financial software;

• It would be advantageous to have previous management experience;

• Commitment to delivering a quality service.

To find out more about this role please contact Kieran Knowles on 01884 244624 or Paul Deal on 01884 234254.

For further details and an application form please visit: https://dasjobs.co.uk/job/finance-business-partner-2/

Please download and complete our Job Application Form and send to: Opportunities@middevon.gov.uk. Alternatively, print and send by post to:

People Services, Mid Devon District Council, Phoenix House, Phoenix Lane, Tiverton, Devon, EX16 6PP

Please remember to quote the following post and vacancy numbers:

Closing Date: 23 September 2024 at 1:00pm

Vacancy Number: 2024120

Head of Academy

Salary: L7-11 Salary: L7-11, dependent on experience

Springwell Learning Community Lincolnshire – part of The Wellspring Academy Trust – is looking for someone to join us as Head of Academy in our Grantham school. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about education, who wants to work with and for young people, through supporting them to develop the knowledge and skills to be successful learners, as well as supporting colleagues in their abilities to achieve this.