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Do you hold a LGV Cat C licence, and would you like to help us with recycling?

Can you drive a hook lift vehicle or are you interested in learning?

If the answer is yes, then we have the perfect opportunity for you.

Salary: Grade 8 point 20 £31,586 Pro Rata Hours: 26 hours per week ‐ Term time (plus 5 INSET days) We are seeking a School Business Manager to join our dedicated team and provide a full range of finance and administrative support to our school.

Warwickshire County Council provides nine valued and well used recycling facilities across Warwickshire, and we are committed to reducing waste and its impact upon the environment. We are looking for Class C Hook Lift drivers to join us and help us with this mission.

Eastergate CE Primary School is a small, but growing one form entry primary school, situated in a beautiful semi‐rural setting located just off the A27 near Fontwell; between Arundel and Chichester.

About the Role As a Hook Lift Driver you will keep our household waste recycling cen‐ tres and transfer stations running efficiently and safely on behalf of Warwickshire County Council. You will do this by transporting roll on roll off skips to maintain capacity in this important and popular public service. If you do not have experience of using a hook lift we will fully train you. Our drivers work on their own initiative to ensure that the waste management service is running as efficiently as possible and that materials are taken for appropriate recycling and disposal.

We are a strong team of committed professionals who enjoy learning and working together. We are committed to improving our school and making sure we offer the best to all our pupils to enable them to succeed academically, socially and in their personal development.

Advantages: • No night work so you finish and go home every day • Regular start and finish times and locations • Limited number of journeys per day (usually less than 10) within the region • Full training will be given for use of the hook lift • Good employer with good benefits inc sick pay and annual leave • Local Government Pension Scheme Salary: Scale H: £30,060 to £32,654 plus overtime above 37 hours and for Sunday and bank holiday work. Average 37 hours a week.

We can offer full or part time contracts and overtime is available above 37 hours.

For further information about the role please contact John Hopwood on 07787 153 920 or Gary Withington on 07887 711174 or e‐mail: waste@warwickshire.gov.uk For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/job/217585/lgv‐driver/

We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, well organised and caring to join our school. In this varied and rewarding role, you will be responsible for: • Managing the school’s finance system (Bromcom) • Strategic budget planning with the Headteacher and Governors, to ensure that the school makes the best possible use of the resources available • Preparing, maintaining and monitoring the school budget • Forecasting across more than one financial year • Producing and presenting statements and reports as requested for the Headteacher and Finance Committee of the Governing Body • Ensuring that efficient and effective administrative arrangements and procedures for financial matters are in place within the school Visits to the school are highly recommended. Please contact the school office on 01243 542297 to arrange an appointment out of school hours.

ASSISTANT HEADTEACHER Salary: L2 ‐ L7 Lancaster Christ Church C of E Primary School are seeking to appoint a motivated, passionate and caring Assistant Headteacher from 22nd April 2025 (or sooner, if possible). This is an exciting opportunity for a teacher who is ready to move to the next stage of their career and fur‐ ther develop their professional skills.

Head of Governance Salary: USP Grade 7 ‐ 8 (depending on experience) (FTE: £44,522 ‐ £69,414 pro‐rata per annum).

Hours of Work: 08:30am – 17:00pm, Monday – Friday (37 hours per week, 42‐52 weeks per year) ‐ part time applicants will be considered, please specify preferred hours per week on application form.

Are you passionate about governance and eager to make a significant impact within an educational trust? We have a fantastic opportunity for you!

Reporting to the Deputy CEO, the Head of Governance will lead on all strategic matters relating to governance across The Trust. This role is pivotal in fostering alignment and engagement between the Local Governing Bodies, School Leaders, and the trust’s Central Team to ensure the best outcomes for children.

As Assistant Headteacher, the successful applicant will play a key role in ensuring the effective implementation of our school curriculum, working closely with Subject Leaders to monitor teaching and learning, as well as ensuring regular liaison with Nominated Governors. They will also work with Middle and Senior Leaders to develop and embed assessment practices in order to monitor the impact of the curriculum for all children.

Key Responsibilities: • Work closely with chairs of governors, local governing bodies, trustees, and clerks on statutory, policy, and process requirements.

• Secure great governance with real impact across The Trust, drawing on independent legal advice and input from other third parties where appropriate.

• Collaborate with the Executive Team to define clear areas of responsibility and drive school improvement.

• Support school leaders in hearing the voices of students, staff, and local communities, ensuring alignment in their vision, values, and objectives.

• If you are a dynamic and strategic professional with a passion for excellence in governance, we would love to hear from you!

Application form available from: head@christchurch‐lancaster.lancs.sch.uk or via school website: https://www.christchurch‐lancaster.lancs.sch.uk/vacancies/.

Please return completed applications either via email: head@christchurch‐lancaster.lancs.sch.uk or post: Lancaster Christ Church C of E Primary School, Derwent Road, Lancaster, LA1 3ES.

For further information please visit our website: https://www.uni‐ tysp.co.uk/

The Blackburn Diocesan application form should be submitted together with a supporting letter. Letters should not exceed three sides of A4, minimum size 12 font. CVs will not be accepted.

Closing date: 13th December 2024, 9am Interview date: 18th December 2024

The closing date for applications is 12noon on Friday 10th January 2025, with shortlisting taking place week commencing 13th January 2025.

The interview process will take place during the week commencing 3rd February 2025.

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

This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference by driving innovation, performance, and quality in a vital area of service delivery.

Find out more: To learn more about working with us visit https://jobs.rutland.gov.uk or if you have any queries about this role please contact Katherine Willison, Head of Adult Social Care on 01572 722577 or at kwillison@rutland.gov.uk If you are experiencing problems or have any queries about the application process, please call us on 01572 758291 or email us at recruitment@rutland.gov.uk Closing date: 8th December 2024 at 23:59 The Team Manager interviews will be held week commencing 16 December 2024. Exact date to be confirmed.

The successful applicant for this post will be subject to an enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

The costs for the DBS are paid by us.

Senior Educational and Child Psychologist & Area Team Manager

COMMUNITIES ACCESS TEAM LEADER LIBRARIES

Salary: Soulbury B, Range 5‐8 (£60,160 ‐ £63,836) + 3 SPA points available

Salary: £42,708 – £45,718

As Senior ECP and Area Team Manager, you will work alongside another Senior ECP/Area Team Manager as part of the Sandwell Educational and Child Psychology Team.

As a classroom teacher, the successful applicant is likely to be based in Reception, and therefore knowledge and understanding of the distinctive nature of this wonderful phase of a child’s education and development is essential. The successful applicant will have a proven track record as a highly effective classroom practitioner and will be equipped to support and develop the school's Christian ethos and distinctiveness.

The successful applicant will take on Subject Leader responsibility for Mathematics across the school. It is expected that while some applicants may already have experience of subject leadership of Maths, others may not. The priority is a proven record of subject leadership in their current school and the motivation and enthusiasm to continue their professional development in embracing a new role.

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

• Inspire and Manage: Lead and supervise a team of practitioners, including senior therapy practitioners, to deliver a high-quality and effective service.

• Drive Excellence: Oversee data management, performance monitoring, and quality assurance processes to ensure exceptional service delivery aligned with key performance indicators.

• Shape the Future: Collaborate with Principal Occupational Therapists on the strategic development of our service and contribute to the wider Adult Social Care agenda for continuous improvement.

Closing Date: 12th December 2024 Interview Date: 18th December 2024

Lancaster Christ Church C of E Primary School Tel: 01524 60955 www.christchurch‐lancaster.lancs.sch.uk

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For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/school‐jobs/

Closing date: Midnight on 23rd December Interview date: week commencing 13th January 2025

Highfield, Derwent Road, Lancaster, LA1 3ES

About you We are looking for an HCPC registered therapist with a passion for driving high performing service delivery. You will have excellent clinical knowledge, organisational skills, and a sound foundation in people management. You will have the skills to navigate multi-disciplinary approaches and lead on outcomes for an exemplary service user experience.

About the role As a key leader in our team, you will:

School Business Manager

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Join Our Team and Make a Difference Are you ready to lead, inspire, and contribute to a service that transforms lives? We are looking for a passionate and driven professional to take on a pivotal leadership role within our Adult Social Care team.

To arrange an informal discussion please email Sarah Garner at: sgar‐ ner@unitysp.co.uk or phone 07526422555

Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safer recruitment, equal opportunities, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required.

This is set within a multi‐disciplinary service (Inclusion Support) with an outstanding reputation amongst schools for making a difference.

The service is a welcoming, warm and friendly place to work.

Senior Specialist Educational and Child Psychologist Salary: Soulbury B, Range 2‐5 (£54,609 ‐ £60,160) + 3SPA points available This Specialist Senior Educational and Child Psychologist’s post provides the opportunity for an experienced EP to take the lead in a of range of service initiatives relating to your area of specialism that we will negotiate with you.

This may include leading project work and developing models of training, support and good practice. You will also support existing pathways and projects pertaining to your area of specialism. You will be supported to undertake CPD linked to your area of specialism in order to further enhance the progression of the team and service.

Educational and Child Psychologist Salary: Soulbury A range 2‐7 (£44,474‐ £54,609 plus 3 SPA points available per annum This is an exciting opportunity to join an established and highly valued Community Educational and Child Psychology team that is expanding and evolving to meet the demands and needs of a diverse population.

You will work a school patch system in a multi‐professional team, as well as contributing to Early Years, Out of Borough, Post 16 and other work.

Assistant Educational and Child Psychologist Salary: £35,225 ‐ £39,341 per annum Your Role As an Assistant Educational Psychologist, you’ll make a huge difference, playing a big part in creating more positive outcomes through this highly rewarding role.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Melanie Sutherland, Principal Education & Child Psychologist) or Julie Link, Senior Educational Psychologist on 0121 569 2777 or alternatively email: inclusion_support@sandwell.gov.uk and your email will be redirected.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/employer/f4eeadbe‐0209‐4fed‐8983‐ 37a103360c42/sandwell‐metropolitan‐borough‐council/hub/jobs Closing date: 6th December 2024

We are looking for someone who is passionate about libraries and the communities they serve to provide clear and positive leadership.

The Communities Access Team Leader will lead and manage Rutland library operations, personnel and locality sites. They will oversee the development of Rutland’s library and information offer and services, including the development of innovation, ICT services and learning activities.

Who you are…

• Educated to degree level or equivalent professional qualification • Relevant experience in the field of library and information/ community development or learning • Experienced in leading and managing library and multi-disciplinary teams For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.eastmidlandsjobs.org.uk/jobs/oakham-112communities-access-team-leader-libraries/ The Communities Access Team Leader Libraries Interviews will be held on 19th December. Please be advised this could be subject to change, in which case we will give appropriate notice.

LIBRARY AND COMMUNITY ACCESS WORKER Salary: £24,790 – £25,183 pro rata We are looking for 2 individuals who are passionate about libraries and the communities they serve. Library and Community Access Workers assist in the delivery of front of house and behind the scenes tasks. Supporting customers with library related queries, offering a wide range of information and signposting, completing admin tasks and delivering library interventions to children, young people and adults.

Who you are…

• Educated to GCSE level Maths and English • Relevant experience of library, information delivery, or customer care service delivery with service users, in a community context.

• Knowledge of Internet, Microsoft Windows, Outlook, Word, Excel and Access For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.eastmidlandsjobs.org.uk/jobs/oakham-113library-and-community-access-worker/ The Library and Community Access Worker Interviews will be held on 20 December 2024. Please be advised this could be subject to change, in which case we will give appropriate notice.

To learn more about working with us visit: https://jobs.rutland.gov.uk or if you have any queries about this role please contact Donna Cartmell-Fry on: 01572 827361 or DCartmell-Fry@rutland.gov.uk

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Manager Dochas Carers Centre 32 hours per week, 4 days £34,428pa £20.69 Per hr.

Dochas provides a support service to unpaid adult carers across Mid Argyll, Kintyre, and Islay and Jura (MAKI).

We support people looking after family members, or friends or neighbours due to illness, disability, frailty or addiction. Our service offers practical and emotional support as well as advice and information.

Manager’s role: Staff support Funding and administration Strategic planning & operational management of all services.

The person we appoint will have experience and understanding of the third sector. Good communication skills both written and verbal are essential. Project management experience is desirable.

Hybrid work model and travelling across MAKI as agreed with the Board.

If you are appointed you will work closely with the Board of Trustees to deliver objectives and ensure we meet the necessary governance standards.

Closing date: 13th December For a recruitment pack or if you have any questions please contact: recruitment@dochas.scot

Assistant Headteacher of Curriculum

SCHOOL BUSINESS MANAGER (SEND) Exhall Grange Specialist School Salary: BAND M SCP 28-30 - £38,788 - £ 40,971 per annum actual salary Privacy Notice for Applicants Exhall Grange is a 4-19 school which provides a nurturing environment and meets the needs of children and young people with: How we use your information • Social, Communication and Interaction difficulties including Autism

Vocational Pathway Salary: Leadership Scale 6-10 - £56,316 - £62,202

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ‘Assistant Head – Curriculum’ with responsibility for the College’s Vocational Pathway.

The successful candidate will lead a teaching and teaching support team which delivers a post-16 curriculum offer to young adults with a range of SEND. You will lead a curriculum offer delivering GCSE and NCFE courses in addition to the College’s Step-Up RARPA programme in additional to a broad enrichment and tutorial offer. You will be responsible for ensuring excellent standards of teaching and learning. You will be responsible for ensuring the young people are supported in their learning journeys including oversight of access to the college therapy offer. You will also take a key role in the identification and creation of new curriculum opportunities to prepare your learners for a successful transition into adulthood be that employment, volunteering, mainstream FE, HE or other training programmes. You will be responsible for supporting the high quality and expansion of the College’s Work Placement and Supported Internship opportunities and ensuring an innovative, outward facing approach to continual development of the vocational curriculum offer. You will teach for 1-2 days per week. The ability to teach English and/or Maths would be desirable but is not a requirement of the post.

You will be involved in designing and delivering a curriculum that challenges and develops the right knowledge, skills and behaviours our learners need to enable them to progress with their chosen pathways into adulthood. You will be responsible for ensuring the right personalised curriculum offer for each young person working closely with the young person, their parents/carers, teaching and support staff and external stakeholders to ensure each young person is reaching their individual potential.

You will need to be organised, innovative, a strong performance manager, have a proven record of achieving outcomes utilising excellent communication skills and have the drive to further develop a Pathway offer that is innovative, forward-looking and aspirational in every way. You will bring to the role skills and experience that could have been gained in a General FE, mainstream secondary, specialist school or specialist post-16 setting.

You will need to bring to this role a personal drive and creative ambition for the College and for our learners. We are a ‘Good’ College with Outstanding judgements in Behaviour and Attitudes and Personal Development. We have our sights firmly set on achieving ‘Outstanding’ in all areas.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/job/216799/assistant-headteacherof-curriculum-vocational-pathway-newfriars-college/ In accordance with our safer recruitment policy CVs alone will not be accepted.

Application deadline: 9.00am 3rd December 2024 Interview date: 11th December 2024

• Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs • Physical difficulties • Sensory impairment • Complex medical needs The Headteacher and School Business Director invite applications from highly motivated and organised individuals with energy and vision to join our excellent and dedicated team in this new post to work under the direction of the School Business Director.

You will oversee the leadership and management of the admin and premises team who are responsible for the financial HR, Health and Safety and administration functions of the school.

The successful candidate will be able to fulfil the essential criteria for this position and demonstrate the following qualities alongside the essential criteria in the job description:• strong financial, administrative and managerial skills • proactive, detail-oriented and adaptable • effective interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of, and manage a team • excellent organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills • a passion for working in an educational environment • highly-organised with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently • a commitment to our school’s mission, vision and values The salary range for this position is £42,708 - £44,711 full time equivalent which equates to £38,788 - £40,971 per annum actual salary for 37 hours per week working term time (including training days) and an additional 2 weeks throughout holiday periods.

We actively encourage applicants to arrange school visits or telephone conversations with the School Business Director by emailing your request to recruitment@exhallgrange.co.uk.

Full details and the schools’ application form can be found at https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/job/216624/school-business-manager-send-/ The closing time/date is: 09.00 a.m on Monday 2nd December 2024. Completed applications forms should be sent to Ms P Kane, HR Officer, Exhall Grange Specialist School, Easter Way, Ash Green, Coventry, CV7 9JG or via email to: recruitment@exhallgrange.co.uk. All email applications received will be acknowledged.

Interviews will be held on Friday 6 December 2024.

We operate safer recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education and will conduct online searches for all shortlisted applicants.

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CHIEF FINANCE OFFICER Salary – NJC PO6, spinal points 40 to 43 (Actual salary £51,054 - £54,092) 37 hours a week. (Will consider flexible working and/or part time) Permanent Contract One Excellence Multi Academy Trust is a forward thinking, aspirational, mixed Multi Academy Trust founded in July 2017. The Trust consists of three Church of England schools and one Community school. The Trusts vision ‘to be ambitious, inclusive, collaborative family of schools, ensuring fullness of life and excellence in education, whilst celebrating individuality’ is rooted in theology but with equal respect for our community school.

The Trust is unique. Alongside four primary schools, there are Trust leads and management of an English Hub and Durham SCITT, as well as focusing on inclusivity across all four schools. There is an SEMH Enhanced Provision at St Mark’s Church of England Primary School, a Communication and Interaction Enhanced Provision at Pentland Primary School and a Nurture Hub at Evenwood Church of England Primary School.

This is an exciting time of growth and development for our family of schools. We are seeking an inspirational Chief Finance Officer who can support a clear growth strategy, visible strategic leadership and support achievement of high standards. This rewarding role involves working directly with schools, our Board of Directors and our central team to ensure the best possible education for the children and the most effective use of resources. Strategic thinking, planning and a quest for continuous improvement are all essential parts of the role.

You will need: • Relevant degree or recognised professional qualification • Evidence of continued commitment to personal professional development • Experience of working as part of a senior management team and implementing service improvements • Experience of turning business strategy into successful outcomes • Successful track record of management experience within a large, complex organisation • Experience of financial management including income generation • Experience of leading and supporting through processes of continuous improvement • Experience of overseeing an Estate Management Strategy • Knowledge and understanding of academy structures • An understanding of the key issues facing schools and academies • Experience of developing and implementing successful financial strategies • Ability to communicate at all levels both verbally and written • A high level of presentation skills • Ability to think strategically and to analyse complex situations, formulating and implementing plans of action • Numeracy and literacy skills to handle data and information critically, accurately and effectively • Have detailed knowledge and understanding of: - Company Act accounts - Management accounts - Computerised accounting packages

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- Funding arrangements for schools and academies - Internal control and risk management - Commercial requirements - Estates Managemen • Marketing planning and implementation skills developing appropriate strategies and achieving successful results • Public relations skills including the ability to speak at public forums • Capable of working with achieving income targets • Able to work with colleagues and contacts from a range of backgrounds • Highly developed organisational skills managing time well to meet competing priorities • Ability to prioritise workloads and manage the delegation of work effectively • Be able to maintain confidentiality • Equal Opportunities and recognising the nature of the diverse school community • Understanding of basic technology – computer, video, photocopier etc • Working knowledge of relevant policies/codes of practice/legislation One Excellence Multi Academy Trust is committed to providing the highest possible quality of education, underpinned by our ethos and values. We protect the unique character of each school while helping each to build on their strengths and overcome challenges in new ways by working together.

One Excellence Multi Academy Trust believes in supporting and investing in its staff and has a structured health and well-being programme. The programme includes physiotherapy, nurse support service and drop-in clinic, counselling, mindfulness sessions, weight management, stress awareness, GP consultations and private medical operations if required. We are also keen for staff to be able to reach their full potential and offer a range of professional development opportunities in all areas of education, nurturing and leadership.

Disclosure: We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer. We want to develop a more diverse workforce, and we positively welcome applications from all sections of the community. Applicants with disabilities will be invited for interview if the essential job criteria are met. Where our roles are customer facing and you are required to speak to members of the public, the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post. As a disability confident employer, we are committed to employing disabled people and people with health conditions making reasonable adjustments to support disabled applicants when required.

For an informal chat regarding this post please contact Lindsey Vollans, CEO at (01642) 967045.

Please apply using the following link: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/16720/EDV-2024-OEMAT-02072 Closing date for applications 9.00 am on Monday 16th December 2024 Shortlisting – TBC Interview dates – TBC

CONSTRUCTION SURVEYOR ESTIMATOR Salary: £39,513 - £43,693 per annum Newcastle City Council are looking to appoint a Repairs and Construction Surveyor Estimator within the Mechanical Section of Construction Services.

The Role The role will involve supporting the delivery and development of a flexible project coordinating, estimating and s urveying, design and specialist function service, ensuring high standards and cost effectiveness.

Town Clerk and RFO Salary: SCP 46-49 £56,708 to £60,903 (full time) with 23 days annual leave and three extra statutory days at Christmas

You will be expected to project manage allocated projects from inception to completion: controlling all aspects of specialisms (such as building, mechanical and electrical services) in relation to cost, budget, tender and valuation analysis.

Hereford is looking for an experienced professional to help this beautiful, historic city fulfil our huge potential.

You should have experience of producing estimates and measurement of construction works to formulate financial valuations, payment of subcontractors and providing cash flow projections in order to advise on financial programming implications.

We are a human-size city with a population of 58,000 and an annual budget of £1m with big ambitions, and need a Town Clerk with energy, vision and determination to drive our unique city forward.

What we are looking for • We are looking for people with experience of: • Leading and motivating teams in a dynamic and fast paced environment.

• Delivering and continually improving customer centric services.

• Operating in a commercial environment, maximising income generation opportunities, and managing budgets.

• Understanding and knowledge of health and safety regulations within the designated area of responsibility.

• Experience in domestic and commercial gas and heating installations and systems.

The City Council is committed to: • supporting the local community including through our grants system • continuing our Stronger Towns project to provide a free city electric bus service • respecting the history and tradition of the City through civic ceremonies and the collection of charters and silver • representing the City on local planning and licensing applications • working with the local authority Herefordshire Council

Why work for us Benefits: • Competitive salary, • 37 hours per week.

• Generous annual leave in addition to Bank Holidays, with the ability to buy additional leave annually, • Agile working, enabling both home working and office-based working where possible, • Various flexible working options, • A generous Flexi Scheme.

• Access to Local Government pension scheme, • Access to Occupational Health, Mindfulness sessions and other wellbeing initiatives, • Access to various salary sacrifice schemes – covering cars, white electrical goods, and tax efficient saving contributions towards your pension.

• Discounted travel passes.

For an informal discussion please contact: Michael Thompson (Senior Repairs & Construction Manager - Mechanical) Mobile on 07971 036 399 Apply online at www.northeastjobs.org.uk Closing date: 9th December 2024

If you like the sound of this challenge, have the ability to cope with a diverse and varied role and can deliver excellent management across all areas we would like to hear from you. Ideally you will already be a qualified clerk or be prepared to study for that qualification within a year of appointment. You will need local government experience and be able to act as our Responsible Financial Officer. You will need to be able to run meetings, prepare agendas and reports, and take minutes.

The salary is paid on national rates SCP 46-49 £56,708 to £60,903 and is full time with 23 days annual leave with three extra statutory days at Christmas. The post is on standard NJC conditions of service. The hours are 37 per week with evening meetings and weekend work as required.

For a Job Description and Person Specification please visit: https://halchereford.gov.uk/public-information-halc/clerks-on-the-move/ All applications and queries to be directed to Lynda Wilcox at HALC lynda@halchereford.gov.uk

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Chief Estates Manager Salary: Scale L ‐ £48,610 – £52,594 pay range 37 hours per week All year round Permanent Required as soon as possible Clarion Corvus is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and experienced individual to work in the central trust office at Hobart High School in Loddon. The successful candidate will provide high quality premises and facilities management and health & safety management across the seven schools in the Trust. Meeting the needs of students, staff and local people while contributing to the achievement of successful educational and community outcomes. Ensuring that all relevant regulatory re‐ quirements relating to people, property and activities are met.

Clarion Corvus Trust sets high standards and is ambitious for our students, staff and schools.

Contact with the Trust is warmly welcomed and encouraged, please contact Lorraine Crabb on 01508 520359 Ext: 229 to make arrangements for a call, virtual meeting with the CEO or a visit.

For more information, please see our website www.clarioncorvus.org.uk Closing date: 9.00am on Friday 6 December 2024 Interviews: Wednesday 11 December 2024 Clarion Corvus Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people across its schools and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to complete an enhanced DBS, and have checks carried out with previous employers. We are an equal opportunities employer.

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

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/ Freethorpe Primary School School Road, Freethorpe Norwich, Norfolk NR13 3NZ Part of the AIM Federation of Schools

Head of Governance Salary: USP Grade 7 ‐ 8 (depending on experience) (FTE: £44,522 ‐ £69,414 pro‐rata per annum).

Hours of Work: 08:30am – 17:00pm, Monday – Friday (37 hours per week, 42‐52 weeks per year) ‐ part time applicants will be considered, please specify preferred hours per week on application form.

Are you passionate about governance and eager to make a significant impact within an educational trust? We have a fantastic opportunity for you!

Reporting to the Deputy CEO, the Head of Governance will lead on all strategic matters relating to governance across The Trust. This role is pivotal in fostering alignment and engagement between the Local Governing Bodies, School Leaders, and the trust’s Central Team to ensure the best outcomes for children.

Key Responsibilities: • Work closely with chairs of governors, local governing bodies, trustees, and clerks on statutory, policy, and process requirements.

• Secure great governance with real impact across The Trust, drawing on independent legal advice and input from other third parties where appropriate.

• Collaborate with the Executive Team to define clear areas of responsibility and drive school improvement.

• Support school leaders in hearing the voices of students, staff, and local communities, ensuring alignment in their vision, values, and objectives.

• If you are a dynamic and strategic professional with a passion for excellence in governance, we would love to hear from you!

For further information please visit our website: https://www.unitysp.co.uk/ To arrange an informal discussion please email Sarah Garner at: sgarner@unitysp.co.uk or phone 07526422555 Closing date: 13th December 2024, 9am Interview date: 18th December 2024 Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safer recruitment, equal opportunities, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required.

Teaching Assistant

PASTORAL SUPPORT WORKER

Permanent, part‐time, 20.25 hours per week, term‐time plus 1 week FTE SCP 4 ‐ £24,404‐ SCP 6‐ £25,183 per annum Pro Rata £11,436‐ £11,802 per annum, including an allocation for hol‐ iday pay To start November 2024

Permanent, part‐time, term‐time plus one week, 22.5 hours per week Salary: FTE £30,559 ‐ £32,654 per annum Pro‐rata £15,912 ‐ £17,003 per annum, including an allowance for hol‐ iday pay

Framingham Earl High School has over 100 staff dedicated to providing a First‐Class education. The school prides itself in delivering education through strong academic lessons and a nurturing ethos which encapsulates a wide range of community and co‐curricular links. The school’s most recent Ofsted in 2022 demonstrated the school has an “ambitious curriculum” and that “teachers make appropriate adaptations to support pupils, including those with SEND, to achieve well”, resulting in a rating of “Good”. GCSE results in 2022 saw the school achieve higher than the national average across a variety of subjects.

Framingham Earl High School holds a range of awards including School of Sanctuary status ‐ this is in recognition of our work to ensure an inclusive and educative environment about difference. The school became part of the Sapientia Education Trust (SET) in 2018, which was an exciting development for the school. SET is an expanding multi‐academy trust with 10 primary and 7 secondary schools.

THE ROLE We are looking for a hard‐working and enthusiastic person with high standards and the ability to communicate and interact effectively with others as part of our school as a Teaching Assistant.

Framingham Earl High School has over 100 staff dedicated to providing a First‐Class education. The school prides itself in delivering education through strong academic lessons and a nurturing ethos which encapsulates a wide range of community and co‐curricular links. The school’s most recent Ofsted in 2022 demonstrated the school has an “ambitious curriculum” and that “teachers make appropriate adaptations to support pupils, including those with SEND, to achieve well”, resulting in a rating of “Good”. GCSE results in 2022 saw the school achieve higher than the national average across a variety of subjects.

Framingham Earl High School holds a range of awards including School of Sanctuary status ‐ this is in recognition of our work to ensure an inclusive and educative environment about difference. The school became part of the Sapientia Education Trust (SET) in 2018, which was an exciting development for the school. SET is an expanding multi‐academy trust with 10 primary and 7 secondary schools.

JOB PURPOSE To support the pastoral systems in the school, including attendance and behaviour. To be a Designated Safeguarding Lead and work as part of the Safeguarding Team under the direction of the Senior Designated Lead.

Tel: 01493 700215 Email: s.wilkinson@aimfederation.org Website: https://www.aimfederation.org

Federation Head of School Salary: Leadership L3-7 Permanent Full Time Required for January 2025 At the AIM Federation (formally Coastal Together) we are looking for an outstanding leader to join our federation team. Our current Head of School has gained a new role within the Local Authority. As the new leader of Freethorpe Primary School, you will be taking the school on the next stage of its journey, supported by our Executive Leadership Team and other Head of School colleagues within the federation.

At the AIM Federation, our Heads of School work collaboratively on school improvement and share expertise, so you are never working in isolation. Phase teams from across our schools plan together, lightening the workload for all teachers.

Whether you’re an experienced teacher or leader, you will be able to take advantage of our CPD Portal which is a bespoke set of training and CPD helping us all to improve our practice.

THE POST Framingham Earl High School is a member of the Sapientia Education Trust (SET).

If you are ready for a new challenge and have a passion for school improvement, the drive and energy to make a real difference, then this is the job for you! You will be joining a school with highly motivated staff who put children at the centre of everything they do.

The first six months of employment shall be a probationary period and employment may be terminated by the Trust during this period at any time on one week’s prior written notice. The Trust may, at its absolute discretion, extend this period for up to a further six months. During this probationary period, performance and suitability for continued employment will be monitored.

The non-teaching Head of School will also include the substantive role of DSL across school, ably supported by our Safeguarding Practitioner. Finance and Premises are supported by the Business Director. SEND led by our SENCo and Safeguarding and Inclusion Deputy Executive Head. This joined up approach allows the Head of School greater time to focus on teaching and learning, the core purpose of this role.

Applications to be considered upon receipt; therefore, early applications are encouraged.

Applications to be considered upon receipt; therefore, early applications are encouraged.

If you would like to arrange a visit to the school, then please call the school office 01493 700215.

Complete an application form online: bit.ly/4e48Ohn

Complete an application form online: bit.ly/4e48Ohn

Or for more information contact the HR team on: hr@setrust.co.uk, 01953 609012

Or for more information contact the HR team on: hr@setrust.co.uk, 01953 609012

For further dtails and to apply, please visit: https://www.educationjobfinder.org.uk/job/4c50ea9f-880b47bc-a716-13d6ebbfa3f2

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all applicants must be prepared to undergo a num‐ ber of checks to confirm their suitability to work with children and young people. The Trust welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. In accordance with the Department of Education’s “Keep‐ ing Children Safe in Education”, references will be sought on all short‐ listed candidates before interview.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all applicants must be prepared to undergo a num‐ ber of checks to confirm their suitability to work with children and young people. The Trust welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. In accordance with the Department of Education’s “Keep‐ ing Children Safe in Education”, references will be sought on all short‐ listed candidates before interview.

Teaching Assistants provide specific support and care for young people and work to facilitate high quality learning for all within the classroom.

They support the teacher in their role and work closely with HLTAs (Higher Level Teaching Assistants) and SENDCO to support meeting key needs within the school.

TAs are required to have an Enhanced DBS and to observe and maintain appropriate professional boundaries at all times and avoid behaviour that might be misinterpreted by others. TAs will have a professional qualification and good standards of literacy and numeracy.

Completed forms should be returned to – s.wilkinson@aimfederation.org (Operations Manager).

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School Business Manager Salary: £29,404 ‐ £31,117 per annum Job Start Date: January 2025 or earlier 37 hours per week Term Time Plus 5 TED days plus 2 weeks The Governors of Whittington C E Primary School wish to appoint a School Business Manager.

Purpose of Post: • To lead with the planning, development and implementation of all the business and administrative aspects of the school. To support the continuous improvement of the school for the pupils and staff.

The key areas of which are: • Contribute to the development of the school’s values and vision and communicate these clearly and enthusiastically to all staff and other stakeholders.

• To fully support and promote the Christian Values of the school.

• Finance including budget setting and monitoring, advising key personnel including other senior leaders, governors and external agencies (e.g internal audit).

• To assist with the costing of the school improvement plan.

• Premises and Facilities Management including external lettings.

• Personnel administration including Human Resources and recruitment.

• The management of Health and Safety for the school.

• Lead, co‐ordinate and assist with school administration.

• Assist with leadership and development of admin staff.

• Actively follow and report on areas of Safeguarding and Keeping Children Safe in Education.

The full job description, person specification and application form can be found on our website at: https://whittington.worcs.sch.uk/news‐calendar/staff‐vacancies/

ISSUE 327

Service Delivery Manager - Children in Care, Children with Disabilities and Care Leavers

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Pay Grade - SMG £68,698 per annum Full time – Permanent - 37 hours per week We are excited to recruit to the role of Service Delivery Manager responsible for Children in Care, Leaving Care and Children with Disabilities. In Telford and Wrekin we take our role as corporate co-parents seriously as part of our Family First Strategy and in line with the Social Care Reforms. We are committed to ensuring that every child we care for has a stable and loving home. As reflected within our most recent OFSTED report the children we care for experience exceptional social work practice.

We value kinship care and when children cannot be cared for by their birth parents we seek to support the family in identifying members of their relational network who can care for them.

Where this cannot be achieved we are committed to ensuring that care experienced young people have family time with people who are important to them and that these arrangements are adapted over time to suit their needs. We are passionate about involving their wider relational networks within their care wherever possible, including revisiting their relationships as a continuum throughout their care journey.

We seek to preserve the relationships care experienced young people have with their relational network and support these being repaired if they have been ruptured.

If you think you can meet the challenge and would like to find out more about this role, please see our recruitment web pages: https://www.telford.gov.uk/info/20811/childrens_social_care _recruitment or contact us by emailing: darren.knibbs@telford.gov.uk (Director of Children's Safeguarding and Family Support).

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

Site and Safety Manager Hours – 37 hours per week, all year round Salary – Grade 6, SCP 15 – 23 £25,878 – £30,151 per annum £13.41 ‐ £15.63 per hour Barcroft Primary is proud to be one of the founding schools of The Lighthouse Federation, a federation that is now 9 schools and growing.

Being part of this Federation, we are able to work collaboratively with like‐minded colleagues and our whole school community benefits greatly from this. The Federation also provides fantastic opportunities for the professional development of all staff and there are wider opportunities for those that wish to progress within the school or the federation.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, reliable and self‐motivated Site and Safety Manager to join our team. This is a key role in school, as the post holder will provide efficient and effective caretaking support, key‐holding responsibilities and will co‐ordinate the implementation of schools’ Health and Safety policies. We are looking for someone who will love the school as much as we do, taking a real pride in the appearance of our building and extensive grounds.

Application packs including the Job Description and Employee Specification are available from ‐ barcroftprimaryschool.co.uk.

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

Completed application forms should be sent electronically to: office@whittington.worcs.sch.uk

LGV Driver Do you hold a LGV Cat C licence, and would you like to help us with recycling?

Can you drive a hook lift vehicle or are you interested in learning?

If the answer is yes, then we have the perfect opportunity for you.

School Business Manager Salary: £40,221 to £48,474 pro rata Subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review Hours per week: 36.5, All year round Start date: 24 February 2025 Rubery and West Heath Nursery Schools are two successful Maintained Nursery Schools in Birmingham, which federated in 2022. We have children aged from 2 to 4 years serving the community in Rubery, West Heath and the surrounding localities.

We are rated good schools, (Ofsted), where everyone works hard as a team to deliver the best possible education and outcomes for our children.

With the upcoming changes to BCC schools finance and HR, we are seeking to appoint a new School Business Manager to work as a key member of the school leadership teams. This is a new position which could start immediately. The School Business Manager will contribute to strategic development as well as leading and managing functions such as financial management, HR, Premises, Administration and Health and Safety. We welcome applications from those with a strong finance and personal background and experience of working in a school environment.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.ruberyn.bham.sch.uk/key-information/vacancies Telephone number: 0121 475 2672 Contact email: recruitment@wesththn.bham.sch.uk

Warwickshire County Council provides nine valued and well used recycling facilities across Warwickshire, and we are committed to reducing waste and its impact upon the environment. We are looking for Class C Hook Lift drivers to join us and help us with this mission.

About the Role As a Hook Lift Driver you will keep our household waste recycling cen‐ tres and transfer stations running efficiently and safely on behalf of Warwickshire County Council. You will do this by transporting roll on roll off skips to maintain capacity in this important and popular public service. If you do not have experience of using a hook lift we will fully train you. Our drivers work on their own initiative to ensure that the waste management service is running as efficiently as possible and that materials are taken for appropriate recycling and disposal.

Advantages: • No night work so you finish and go home every day • Regular start and finish times and locations • Limited number of journeys per day (usually less than 10) within the region • Full training will be given for use of the hook lift • Good employer with good benefits inc sick pay and annual leave • Local Government Pension Scheme Salary: Scale H: £30,060 to £32,654 plus overtime above 37 hours and for Sunday and bank holiday work. Average 37 hours a week.

We can offer full or part time contracts and overtime is available above 37 hours.

For further information about the role please contact John Hopwood on 07787 153 920 or Gary Withington on 07887 711174 or e‐mail: waste@warwickshire.gov.uk For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/job/217585/lgv‐driver/ Closing date: Midnight on 23rd December Interview date: week commencing 13th January 2025

Children’s Community Occupational Therapist Salary: £37,938 - £42,708 • Are you passionate in making a difference to children’s lives?

• Do you want a better work life balance, with flexible hours and agile working?

• Are you looking for a friendly, supportive team in which you can thrive?

• Do you enjoy finding creative solutions to problems?

• A fantastic opportunity has arisen in our small, friendly team for an Occupational Therapist within the Children’s Disability Service.

This opportunity will allow you the chance to work flexibly, with no weekend working expected and options of home working.

We offer a choice of several bases and touch down centres to utilise whilst travelling around Staffordshire’s beautiful towns and countryside.

Within the Staffordshire children’s service, providing our staff with the support they need to develop and progress is our utmost priority. You will be provided with regular, high quality 1:1 supervision, monthly CPD and peer sessions along with additional training to equip them with the tools to do their job both confidently and competently.

You will will also undertake a thorough induction including joint casework to support expanding their knowledge and skills and encourage their confidence.

You will based in Burton on Trent or Cannock (to be discussed at interview) If you don’t feel you meet all the requirements? We value transferable skills, experiences, and qualifications so consider applying anyway or for an informal chat about the role please contact Rachel Barlow, Occupational Therapy Manager at: Rachel.Barlow@staffordshire.gov.uk For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/job/215776/children-s-communityoccupational-therapist-/ Closing date: 2nd December 2024

HOUSING COMPLIANCE AND ASSET TEAM MANAGER Salary: £50,788 – £54,929 plus car allowance of £4,291 pa We are looking for an experienced and innovative leader to further develop our Compliance and Asset Management Team.

As well as our new supply programme which includes delivering new builds as well as acquisitions, this role responsible for ensuring delivery of our important core compliance and council house improvement programmes. Managing the council’s capital home improvement programme supported by HRA revenue we have funded planned and cyclical programmes to help us be a market leading social landlord and deliver a top‐quality housing service to our tenants.

Closing Date: Monday 18 November 2024

REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE MANAGER Salary: £45,718 – £49,764 We are looking for someone to effectively manage our day‐to‐day housing repairs operation, delivering excellent customer service to our tenants whilst maintaining a quick turnaround of work to the required standards.

You will be leading a team of Team Leaders, Chargehands and Trades Operatives to deliver excellent service to our customers, completing housing repairs work on time and on budget. You will also be working with colleagues across the wider Housing Team and beyond to shape and deliver programs of improvement work to the council’s tenanted housing stock.

Closing Date: Sunday 1 December 2024 If you would like to find out more about these opportunities please contact Jane Rochelle (Head of Housing) on 07831 776303 or by email to jane.rochelle@nwleicestershire.gov.uk You can apply for any of our posts online at: https://www.nwleics.gov.uk/pages/jobs_and_careers Applications must be made using the on‐line application process.

Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job will be guaranteed an interview.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

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ISSUE 327 FIERTÉ MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST

Chief Finance Officer Salary: £60, 094 - £62, 306 Fierté Multi-Academy Trust are seeking to appoint a suitably experienced and qualified individual to undertake the vital role of Chief Finance Officer within our family of ten primary academies. As a group, we believe passionately in the power of working as one entity, advancing education for the public benefit with a shared moral and legal purpose. We wholeheartedly commit to supporting our local communities to thrive by maximising every opportunity for learning and care and ultimately to achieve our vision.

Applicants will need to demonstrate a proven track record of senior financial leadership, ideally in the education or public sector, and a thorough understanding of regulatory compliance, risk management, and resource optimisation.

Beyond financial expertise, we seek someone who embodies Fierté’s values: We care, We leave no one behind, We celebrate individuality and We are brave.

The role offers suitable opportunity for the successful candidate to grow and includes salary progression alongside a generous pension offer (Local Government Pension Scheme).

For further details, close inspection of the Job Description and Person Specification should be undertaken. Informal enquiries are welcomed and should be made to either the CEO or Vice-CEO. How to apply Applicants should submit a completed application form to: ceo@fierte.org or viceceo@fierte.org by 12pm on the 29th November 2024.

The application pack and full details of the role can be found on our website: https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/jobs/?Keywords=Fierté+MultiAcademy+Trust#browsing

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Regulatory Ready Project Manager Salary: £42,403 - £48,474 per annum (Fixed Term for 1 year) In this exciting new role, you will lead and develop a co-ordinated approach to ensure that Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council and its Arms-Length Management Organisation (ALMO), Solihull Community Housing, are fully prepared for consumer regulation.

You will work with multiple teams to deliver workstreams to ensure effective compliance with the Registered Social Housing’s Consumer Standards including evidencing of outcomes.

You will be responsible for planning and managing the development and delivery of projects to ensure that they are delivered to the required scope and quality, within budget, on time and in accordance with regulatory requirements. Your role will be key in supporting the implementation of the Solihull Community Housing Strategic Delivery Plan, vision, values and behaviours.

To succeed in this challenging and dynamic role you will have a comprehensive knowledge of the regulatory landscape governing the social housing sector, together with project management experience and knowledge gained from successfully managing multiple and complex projects. You’ll have experience with working with a range of stakeholders as well as experience of analysis, reporting and presentation of performance and management information.

With excellent organisation skills, you will be able to manage your own time and prioritise your workload. You will also have strong interpersonal skills, to engage and build strong relationships with a wide range of customers, partners and stakeholders.

Salary: £40,000 ‐ £50,000 per year dependent on experience and skills This is an exciting time to join Wellspring Academy Trust as we continue with our ambitious Catering Vision, more information can be found in the information pack for this vacancy. We are seeking a passionate Regional Catering Operations Manager to lead our catering teams in the East Region‐ predominantly covering Lincolnshire, North‐East Lincolnshire and North Lincolnshire.

Wellspring is an established and growing Multi‐Academy Trust with a difference. We operate Primary, Secondary, Special and Alternative Academies across Yorkshire, Lincolnshire and the Humber. We are committed to making a difference to the lives and life chances of the young people and the communities we serve.

As the Trust continues to grow our roles offer pathways for ambitious and dynamic individuals who are determined to make a difference. We value our people; collegial working at all levels is central to our culture.

High quality induction training and ongoing professional development support are guaranteed. There will be a broad range of opportunities for you to realise your professional vision and ambitions within the Trust.

Salary: Soulbury B, Range 5‐8 (£60,160 ‐ £63,836) + 3 SPA points available As Senior ECP and Area Team Manager, you will work alongside another Senior ECP/Area Team Manager as part of the Sandwell Educational and Child Psychology Team.

This is set within a multi‐disciplinary service (Inclusion Support) with an outstanding reputation amongst schools for making a difference.

The service is a welcoming, warm and friendly place to work.

Senior Specialist Educational and Child Psychologist Salary: Soulbury B, Range 2‐5 (£54,609 ‐ £60,160) + 3SPA points available This Specialist Senior Educational and Child Psychologist’s post provides the opportunity for an experienced EP to take the lead in a of range of service initiatives relating to your area of specialism that we will negotiate with you.

This may include leading project work and developing models of training, support and good practice. You will also support existing pathways and projects pertaining to your area of specialism. You will be supported to undertake CPD linked to your area of specialism in order to further enhance the progression of the team and service.

Educational and Child Psychologist

The role involves travel around the Trust academies in the East Region, covering Lincolnshire, North‐East Lincolnshire and North Lincolnshire.

This is an exciting opportunity to join an established and highly valued Community Educational and Child Psychology team that is expanding and evolving to meet the demands and needs of a diverse population.

For informal enquiries, please contact Sarah Greenley on 07709 721302 or email s.greenley@wellspringacademies.org.uk

Please contact Paul Edwards on 07990 648392 if you would like an informal discussion about this role.

Wellspring Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. All posts are offered subject to enhanced DBS checks. As this role involves working with children and vulnerable adults in regulated activity, please note that it is an offense to apply for the role if barred from engaging in regulated activity with children and vulnerable adults.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/job/207652/regulation-readyproject-manager/

Senior Educational and Child Psychologist & Area Team Manager

The successful candidate will have the drive, determination and enthusiasm to provide exceptional service. Creative and innovative, our Catering Operations Managers develop and deliver an exceptional dining service across the Wellspring community, ensuring every child receives wholesome, delicious meals.

Working for Solihull Community Housing means that we can also offer you a great working environment, together with a range of flexible working options, as well as attractive staff benefits including a generous annual leave allowance, staff discounts and access to the Local Government pension scheme.

Please note that CV’s will NOT be accepted.

Application timeline Closing date: 29.11.24 (12pm) Shortlisting: 2.12.24 Candidates who have been shortlisted will be notified on: 3.12.24 Recruitment will take place on: 12.12.24.

Regional Catering Operations Manager

To apply please visit: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/629632645/EDV‐2024‐WATC‐89865

Solihull Community Housing is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit.

Safeguarding Statement Fierté Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Salary: Soulbury A range 2‐7 (£44,474‐ £54,609 plus 3 SPA points available per annum

You will work a school patch system in a multi‐professional team, as well as contributing to Early Years, Out of Borough, Post 16 and other work.

Assistant Educational and Child Psychologist Salary: £35,225 ‐ £39,341 per annum Your Role As an Assistant Educational Psychologist, you’ll make a huge difference, playing a big part in creating more positive outcomes through this highly rewarding role.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Melanie Sutherland, Principal Education & Child Psychologist) or Julie Link, Senior Educational Psychologist on 0121 569 2777 or alternatively email: inclusion_support@sandwell.gov.uk and your email will be redirected.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/employer/f4eeadbe‐0209‐4fed‐8983‐ 37a103360c42/sandwell‐metropolitan‐borough‐council/hub/jobs Closing date: 6th December 2024

Trust Accountant/CFO Salary: Scale PO4 ‐ £48,482 pa ‐ £51,445 pa

Assistant Headteacher of Curriculum Vocational Pathway Salary: Leadership Scale 6-10 - £56,316 - £62,202

Registered Manager Place of Work: Wellingtonia Children's Home Closing date: Thursday 17th December 2024 Interviews to take place week commencing: 6th January 2025 Salary: Competitive We are seeking a positive, dedicated and inspiring Registered Manager for our Children’s Home which provides up to 52 week residential care for 22 children and young adults from 8 to 19.

We require all applicants to be suitably qualified and experienced or have the right zest, grit and determination for the next step in their career.

The ideal candidate must have a high level of knowledge and experience in supporting children and young people with autism and severe learning disabilities, a positive and proactive outlook, a willingness to work collaboratively and carry out the vision and ethos of the whole organisation, strong leadership skills, excellent communication skills, knowledge and experience of all relevant legislation, regulatory requirements and inspection processes, experience of managing a staff team, including carrying out professional supervision and performance management processes.

Our approach is to therapeutically and holistically support and nurture the unique interests, abilities and needs of every child and young person in our care, this approach would require you to work closely and collaboratively with our Principal Headteacher of Overley Hall School to create, maintain and review a full, individualised waking day curriculum for all our children and young people.

Requirements for the role: • NVQ Level 5 – Leadership & Management in Health and Social Care or its equivalent • Minimum of 2 years’ experience in similar role as a Registered Manager • Minimum of 5 years’ experience working within residential childcare • A strong knowledge and understanding of learning disabilities & Autism • Demonstrate strong knowledge and understanding of Quality standards 2015; Children’s Homes Regs. 2001; The Children’s Act 1989 & 2004; Children’s Rights • Demonstrable ability to drive growth, such as deliver and maintain a good OFSTED rating.

• Experience of managing a large staff team • Experience of improving and developing care services For a job description, person specification or other information please contact: Kam@overleyhall.com To apply for this role please visit: https://www.overleyhall.com/vacancies/registered‐manager‐ wellingtonia‐childrens‐home/ Overley Hall Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants should be aware that the post will only be offered to successful candidates subject to an Enhanced DBS check with relevant barred list check(s) as well as other employment clearances.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ‘Assistant Head – Curriculum’ with responsibility for the College’s Vocational Pathway.

The successful candidate will lead a teaching and teaching support team which delivers a post-16 curriculum offer to young adults with a range of SEND. You will lead a curriculum offer delivering GCSE and NCFE courses in addition to the College’s Step-Up RARPA programme in additional to a broad enrichment and tutorial offer. You will be responsible for ensuring excellent standards of teaching and learning. You will be responsible for ensuring the young people are supported in their learning journeys including oversight of access to the college therapy offer. You will also take a key role in the identification and creation of new curriculum opportunities to prepare your learners for a successful transition into adulthood be that employment, volunteering, mainstream FE, HE or other training programmes. You will be responsible for supporting the high quality and expansion of the College’s Work Placement and Supported Internship opportunities and ensuring an innovative, outward facing approach to continual development of the vocational curriculum offer. You will teach for 1-2 days per week. The ability to teach English and/or Maths would be desirable but is not a requirement of the post.

You will be involved in designing and delivering a curriculum that challenges and develops the right knowledge, skills and behaviours our learners need to enable them to progress with their chosen pathways into adulthood. You will be responsible for ensuring the right personalised curriculum offer for each young person working closely with the young person, their parents/carers, teaching and support staff and external stakeholders to ensure each young person is reaching their individual potential.

You will need to be organised, innovative, a strong performance manager, have a proven record of achieving outcomes utilising excellent communication skills and have the drive to further develop a Pathway offer that is innovative, forward-looking and aspirational in every way. You will bring to the role skills and experience that could have been gained in a General FE, mainstream secondary, specialist school or specialist post-16 setting.

You will need to bring to this role a personal drive and creative ambition for the College and for our learners. We are a ‘Good’ College with Outstanding judgements in Behaviour and Attitudes and Personal Development. We have our sights firmly set on achieving ‘Outstanding’ in all areas.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/job/216799/assistant-headteacherof-curriculum-vocational-pathway-newfriars-college/

The Trust is seeking a Trust Accountant/CFO to help maintain the financial health of the Trust and its link Academies. Working closely with the Trust’s leadership team, our central team and Trustees, and in collaboration with our school leaders and Business Managers, you will develop comprehensive financial plans, budgets and forecasts that ensure the financial health of our Trust. Driving the Trust’s financial planning and operation decisions forward whilst enabling our schools and learners to benefit from having access to the resources they need to achieve their objectives.

We are looking for a dedicated individual who can: • Use their professional knowledge and expertise to take overall responsibility for the monitoring and reporting on the financial performance of the academies, developing comprehensive financial plans, budgets and forecasts, ensuring that the financial regulations are always adhered to.

• Adeptly use accounting and budgeting systems to monitor and report on financial data.

• Use their excellent communication and team building skills to provide responsive advice and high‐quality support.

• Support senior colleagues with decision making and prepare financial information for senior leaders of the Trust, Trustees and Governing bodies. We are looking for someone who is: • A skilled and experienced finance professional who can cover the whole range of financial management tasks, demonstrating high levels of analytical and problem‐solving skills • Able to manipulate, interpret and present complex data • A highly motivated and hard‐working person • Able to show initiative and innovation • A strong team‐player who can develop positive relationships with stakeholders and colleagues • Someone who will support the Trust's Christian ethos as well as our shared mission and values This is an ideal opportunity for someone who is ATT qualified/partly qualified, or someone more experienced, who is looking for a new challenge and would like to be part of an established and growing finance team.

A knowledge/experience of the education sector would be an advantage.

If this is you then we encourage you to apply.

If you would like to arrange an informal discussion about the role please contact Geraint Roberts, Executive Headteacher (CEO) directly, groberts@spiretrust.co.uk

ADVANCED PRACTITIONER, REFERRAL, ASSESSMENT AND INTERVENTION SERVICE Salary: £42,708 – £45,718 plus £3,000 market supplement Our vision is for all children and young people in Rutland to be happy, safe and successful. They will be supported and empowered to be the best they can be.

Could you be a practice role model for Social Workers? Can you lead by example? Can you work on complex cases?

We are looking for an Advanced Practitioner who is tenacious, enthusiastic and supportive, to work with a small team of Social Workers and Family Help Practitioners to work as part of a fast paced team providing support in our front door services to assess and support children who need family care and/or protection.

As part of this role, you will also have the opportunity to work with Family Help to support a family through their journey.

About you…

• Trained to level 5 in a Children’s Services Professional Qualification, e.g. qualified Social Worker – DIPSW/BASW/CQSW • Evidence of leadership and management training • Extensive post-qualifying experience within Children’s Social Care and able to manage a full and varied caseload • Experience of supervising practitioners or case officers in an education, social care or early help context • Experience of operational deputyship in the absence of management and providing strategic direction • Extensive experience of working in a fast paced environment, undertaking complex assessments and decisions About the role…

The Advanced Practitioner, Referral, Intervention and Assessment Service will:

Please send completed application forms to: Jan Perrey, Operations Manager, jperrey@spiretrust.co.uk

• Support and assist with the development of RAIS service • Provide professional leadership for complex case arrangements using the Signs of Safety practice model • Work in collaboration with practitioners across the service and external partnerships to ensure statutory responsibilities to support children and young people in need and who may be at risk of harm and to contribute to the strategic objectives within Rutland’s Children and Young People Plan

Closing Date: Thursday 12th December 2024 Interviews: Monday 16th December 2024

Please be advised the postholder will need a driving licence to travel around the county.

Further information on The Spire Church of England Learning Trust and it’s schools can be found on the website: https://www.thespirelearningtrust.co.uk/

If you are experiencing problems or have any queries about the application process, please call us on: 01572 758291 or email us at: recruitment@rutland.gov.uk

For further details and an application form, please visit: https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/job/216730/trust‐accountant‐cfo‐the‐ spire‐trust/

In accordance with our safer recruitment policy CVs alone will not be accepted.

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

Application deadline: 9.00am 3rd December 2024 Interview date: 11th December 2024

Closing Date: 01/12/2024 at 23:59 Interview date: 05 December 2024.

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CHIEF FINANCE OFFICER Salary – NJC PO6, spinal points 40 to 43 (Actual salary £51,054 - £54,092) 37 hours a week. (Will consider flexible working and/or part time) Permanent Contract One Excellence Multi Academy Trust is a forward thinking, aspirational, mixed Multi Academy Trust founded in July 2017. The Trust consists of three Church of England schools and one Community school. The Trusts vision ‘to be ambitious, inclusive, collaborative family of schools, ensuring fullness of life and excellence in education, whilst celebrating individuality’ is rooted in theology but with equal respect for our community school.

The Trust is unique. Alongside four primary schools, there are Trust leads and management of an English Hub and Durham SCITT, as well as focusing on inclusivity across all four schools. There is an SEMH Enhanced Provision at St Mark’s Church of England Primary School, a Communication and Interaction Enhanced Provision at Pentland Primary School and a Nurture Hub at Evenwood Church of England Primary School.

This is an exciting time of growth and development for our family of schools. We are seeking an inspirational Chief Finance Officer who can support a clear growth strategy, visible strategic leadership and support achievement of high standards. This rewarding role involves working directly with schools, our Board of Directors and our central team to ensure the best possible education for the children and the most effective use of resources. Strategic thinking, planning and a quest for continuous improvement are all essential parts of the role.

You will need: • Relevant degree or recognised professional qualification • Evidence of continued commitment to personal professional development • Experience of working as part of a senior management team and implementing service improvements • Experience of turning business strategy into successful outcomes • Successful track record of management experience within a large, complex organisation • Experience of financial management including income generation • Experience of leading and supporting through processes of continuous improvement • Experience of overseeing an Estate Management Strategy • Knowledge and understanding of academy structures • An understanding of the key issues facing schools and academies • Experience of developing and implementing successful financial strategies • Ability to communicate at all levels both verbally and written • A high level of presentation skills • Ability to think strategically and to analyse complex situations, formulating and implementing plans of action • Numeracy and literacy skills to handle data and information critically, accurately and effectively • Have detailed knowledge and understanding of: - Company Act accounts - Management accounts - Computerised accounting packages

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- Funding arrangements for schools and academies - Internal control and risk management - Commercial requirements - Estates Managemen • Marketing planning and implementation skills developing appropriate strategies and achieving successful results • Public relations skills including the ability to speak at public forums • Capable of working with achieving income targets • Able to work with colleagues and contacts from a range of backgrounds • Highly developed organisational skills managing time well to meet competing priorities • Ability to prioritise workloads and manage the delegation of work effectively • Be able to maintain confidentiality • Equal Opportunities and recognising the nature of the diverse school community • Understanding of basic technology – computer, video, photocopier etc • Working knowledge of relevant policies/codes of practice/legislation One Excellence Multi Academy Trust is committed to providing the highest possible quality of education, underpinned by our ethos and values. We protect the unique character of each school while helping each to build on their strengths and overcome challenges in new ways by working together.

One Excellence Multi Academy Trust believes in supporting and investing in its staff and has a structured health and well-being programme. The programme includes physiotherapy, nurse support service and drop-in clinic, counselling, mindfulness sessions, weight management, stress awareness, GP consultations and private medical operations if required. We are also keen for staff to be able to reach their full potential and offer a range of professional development opportunities in all areas of education, nurturing and leadership.

Disclosure: We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer. We want to develop a more diverse workforce, and we positively welcome applications from all sections of the community. Applicants with disabilities will be invited for interview if the essential job criteria are met. Where our roles are customer facing and you are required to speak to members of the public, the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post. As a disability confident employer, we are committed to employing disabled people and people with health conditions making reasonable adjustments to support disabled applicants when required.

For an informal chat regarding this post please contact Lindsey Vollans, CEO at (01642) 967045.

Please apply using the following link: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/16720/EDV-2024-OEMAT-02072 Closing date for applications 9.00 am on Monday 16th December 2024 Shortlisting – TBC Interview dates – TBC

Finance Director Salary: £62,986 to £81,154 Leigh Trust is an ambitious and growing Trust and we are excited to be appointing to a brand-new role of Finance Director, to help us on our journey and to strengthen our finance service.

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.

You will be based in our central office located at Nansen Primary school. Options for Hybrid and flexible working is also offered as part of the role during busy periods. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer and Executive Team, the role of Finance Director calls for a finance professional with the necessary experience, qualifications, skills and personal qualities to be able to operate as part of a close-knit, central team.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.leightrust.co.uk/current-vacancies-1/

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 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

Closing Date: Monday 2nd December 2024 12.00 noon Interview Date: Thursday 12th December 2024 Please feel free to contact our office for further information: Telephone: 0121 809 9837 Email : y.wakefield@leightrust.co.uk Leigh Trust is an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. Leigh Trust is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, 2 written references, proof of qualifications and medical checks, will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. In line with Keeping Children safe in Education 2022, online searches will be undertaken for all prospective shortlisted candidates.

Leigh Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent English.

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SCHOOL BUSINESS MANAGER (SEND) Specialist School Salary: BAND M SCP 28-30 - £38,788 - £ 40,971 per annum actual salary ce for Applicants Exhall Grange is a 4-19 school which provides a nurturing environment and meets the needs of children and young people with: your information • Social, Communication and Interaction difficulties including Autism • Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs • Physical difficulties • Sensory impairment • Complex medical needs The Headteacher and School Business Director invite applications from highly motivated and organised individuals with energy and vision to join our excellent and dedicated team in this new post to work under the direction of the School Business Director.

You will oversee the leadership and management of the admin and premises team who are responsible for the financial HR, Health and Safety and administration functions of the school.

The successful candidate will be able to fulfil the essential criteria for this position and demonstrate the following qualities alongside the essential criteria in the job description:• strong financial, administrative and managerial skills • proactive, detail-oriented and adaptable • effective interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of, and manage a team • excellent organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills • a passion for working in an educational environment • highly-organised with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently • a commitment to our school’s mission, vision and values The salary range for this position is £42,708 - £44,711 full time equivalent which equates to £38,788 - £40,971 per annum actual salary for 37 hours per week working term time (including training days) and an additional 2 weeks throughout holiday periods.

We actively encourage applicants to arrange school visits or telephone conversations with the School Business Director by emailing your request to recruitment@exhallgrange.co.uk.

Full details and the schools’ application form can be found at https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/job/216624/school-business-manager-send-/ The closing time/date is: 09.00 a.m on Monday 2nd December 2024. Completed applications forms should be sent to Ms P Kane, HR Officer, Exhall Grange Specialist School, Easter Way, Ash Green, Coventry, CV7 9JG or via email to: recruitment@exhallgrange.co.uk. All email applications received will be acknowledged.

Town Clerk and RFO Salary: SCP 46-49 £56,708 to £60,903 (full time) with 23 days annual leave and three extra statutory days at Christmas Hereford is looking for an experienced professional to help this beautiful, historic city fulfil our huge potential.

We are a human-size city with a population of 58,000 and an annual budget of £1m with big ambitions, and need a Town Clerk with energy, vision and determination to drive our unique city forward.

The City Council is committed to: • supporting the local community including through our grants system • continuing our Stronger Towns project to provide a free city electric bus service • respecting the history and tradition of the City through civic ceremonies and the collection of charters and silver • representing the City on local planning and licensing applications • working with the local authority Herefordshire Council If you like the sound of this challenge, have the ability to cope with a diverse and varied role and can deliver excellent management across all areas we would like to hear from you. Ideally you will already be a qualified clerk or be prepared to study for that qualification within a year of appointment. You will need local government experience and be able to act as our Responsible Financial Officer. You will need to be able to run meetings, prepare agendas and reports, and take minutes.

The salary is paid on national rates SCP 46-49 £56,708 to £60,903 and is full time with 23 days annual leave with three extra statutory days at Christmas. The post is on standard NJC conditions of service. The hours are 37 per week with evening meetings and weekend work as required.

For a Job Description and Person Specification please visit: https://halchereford.gov.uk/public-information-halc/clerks-on-the-move/

Interviews will be held on Friday 6 December 2024.

We operate safer recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education and will conduct online searches for all shortlisted applicants.

COMMUNITIES ACCESS TEAM LEADER LIBRARIES Salary: £42,708 – £45,718 We are looking for someone who is passionate about libraries and the communities they serve to provide clear and positive leadership.

The Communities Access Team Leader will lead and manage Rutland library operations, personnel and locality sites. They will oversee the development of Rutland’s library and information offer and services, including the development of innovation, ICT services and learning activities.

Who you are…

• Educated to degree level or equivalent professional qualification • Relevant experience in the field of library and information/ community development or learning • Experienced in leading and managing library and multi-disciplinary teams For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.eastmidlandsjobs.org.uk/jobs/oakham-112communities-access-team-leader-libraries/ The Communities Access Team Leader Libraries Interviews will be held on 19th December. Please be advised this could be subject to change, in which case we will give appropriate notice.

LIBRARY AND COMMUNITY ACCESS WORKER Salary: £24,790 – £25,183 pro rata We are looking for 2 individuals who are passionate about libraries and the communities they serve. Library and Community Access Workers assist in the delivery of front of house and behind the scenes tasks. Supporting customers with library related queries, offering a wide range of information and signposting, completing admin tasks and delivering library interventions to children, young people and adults.

Who you are…

• Educated to GCSE level Maths and English • Relevant experience of library, information delivery, or customer care service delivery with service users, in a community context.

• Knowledge of Internet, Microsoft Windows, Outlook, Word, Excel and Access For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.eastmidlandsjobs.org.uk/jobs/oakham-113library-and-community-access-worker/ The Library and Community Access Worker Interviews will be held on 20 December 2024. Please be advised this could be subject to change, in which case we will give appropriate notice.

To learn more about working with us visit: https://jobs.rutland.gov.uk or if you have any queries about this role please contact Donna Cartmell-Fry on: 01572 827361 or DCartmell-Fry@rutland.gov.uk

Therapy Team Manager Salary: £46,731 to £48,710 plus £5,000 per annum market supplement Join Our Team and Make a Difference Are you ready to lead, inspire, and contribute to a service that transforms lives? We are looking for a passionate and driven professional to take on a pivotal leadership role within our Adult Social Care team.

All applications and queries to be directed to Lynda Wilcox at HALC lynda@halchereford.gov.uk

Blue Coat Church of England Academy

Senior Administrator Manager 35 hours per week NJC 19-22 (dependant on experience)

About you We are looking for an HCPC registered therapist with a passion for driving high performing service delivery. You will have excellent clinical knowledge, organisational skills, and a sound foundation in people management. You will have the skills to navigate multi-disciplinary approaches and lead on outcomes for an exemplary service user experience.

Are you a skilled and adaptable administrator? Are you committed to supporting the work of a school to provide the best possible provision for students? Do you thrive on working as part of a team where every day is different and presents a new challenge? If so then this could be the job for you!

About the role As a key leader in our team, you will:

The successful candidate will play a key role to support effective administration in school including supporting school reception, marketing, aspects of finance management as well as general administration work.

• Inspire and Manage: Lead and supervise a team of practitioners, including senior therapy practitioners, to deliver a high-quality and effective service.

• Drive Excellence: Oversee data management, performance monitoring, and quality assurance processes to ensure exceptional service delivery aligned with key performance indicators.

• Shape the Future: Collaborate with Principal Occupational Therapists on the strategic development of our service and contribute to the wider Adult Social Care agenda for continuous improvement.

We require staff who are excited by this opportunity and who are ready to embrace this challenge, supporting us in delivering a great local school for our local community. For all of us, staff, Governors, children and parents/carers, this is a once in a lifetime opportunity to make a difference to students’ lives.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference by driving innovation, performance, and quality in a vital area of service delivery.

Blue Coat Church of England Academy is one of the oldest educational establishments in Walsall, is well-respected and valued by the community it serves. We operate on a very collaborative approach to school improvement working with a range of other schools and nationally recognised trainers. The school is very proud of the family ethos which pervades all aspects of its work, which is grounded in Christian values.

Find out more: To learn more about working with us visit https://jobs.rutland.gov.uk or if you have any queries about this role please contact Katherine Willison, Head of Adult Social Care on 01572 722577 or at kwillison@rutland.gov.uk If you are experiencing problems or have any queries about the application process, please call us on 01572 758291 or email us at recruitment@rutland.gov.uk Closing date: 8th December 2024 at 23:59 The Team Manager interviews will be held week commencing 16 December 2024. Exact date to be confirmed.

The successful applicant for this post will be subject to an enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

The costs for the DBS are paid by us.

We are seeking to appoint a Senior Administrator to work as an additional member of the school Data Team. This is a new role and has scope to develop further in the future.

The school has been rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted, most recently in January 2023: “Blue Coat Church of England Academy is an inclusive school where kindness flourishes. The school’s values include wisdom, service, endurance and hope. The school’s culture is rooted in these values. There are positive relationships between staff and pupils. Staff know their pupils well, and pupils feel cared for. Staff have high expectations, and pupils live up to these.”

The school has recently been awarded the Rights Respecting Schools Silver Award, demonstrating our commitment to embedding the principles of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child into our ethos and curriculum.

In order to be considered for interview, you must fully complete the application form and demonstrate your ability to meet the requirements outlined in the job description.

The application form must be completed in full and C.V.s cannot be accepted. Please refer to school website for an application for and job description: https://www.bluecoatacademy.org/vacancies/ Closing date: Thursday 5th December 2024, 12pm (midday) Interviews will take place, in person, on Wednesday 11th December 2024 Applications to be returned to: applications@bluecoatacademy.org

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Fegan Transport Limited are currently looking to hire...

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

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

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

We are currently looking the following.

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

Lisburn/Belfast Area but not limited to this able to cover Northwest and UK if possible.

QUANTITY SURVEYOR

Groundwork Supervisor / Manager

Salary: 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

Must have experience in main drainage, kerbing, main roads, concreting, fencing, and all services.

360 Digger Drivers

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/

General Groundworkers Must have experience in main drainage, kerbing, fencing, foundation, house internal and external drainage.

Tarmac Working Foreman Tarmac Squad Also willing to do groundworks.

Pay structure and working hours: To be discussed at interview Please send CVs to: admin@ehagroup.co.uk

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WARDLEY PRIMARY SCHOOL

SCHOOL BUSINESS MANAGER 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.

CARE ASSISTANTS – various weekly hours on day or night shifts £12.27 per hour on day shifts and £12.82 per hour on night shifts 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

Mason Paviour – Schemes SCP 22, 23, 25, 26 ‐ (£32,654 to £36,124) About the role….

Three vacancies have arisen within the in‐house Highway Team who deliver the day to day maintenance and improvement works to the highways and footway networks within Gateshead.

We are looking for individuals that are time served as a mason paviour.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate knowledge and experience of Construction Health and Safety legislation in relation to highways works and a proven track record of working in the highway maintenance or construction industry together with a forward thinking attitude to ensure the service continues to build on its previous successes.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/Mason/273026

Roadworker / Chargehand Grade G SCP 19 – 23 (£31,067 ‐ £33,366) About the role….

Two vacancies have arisen within the in‐house Highway Team who deliver the day to day maintenance of the highways and footway networks within Gateshead.

We seek reliable, hardworking and enthusiastic individuals to join our successful team to deliver a range of projects from small scale patching, drainage and footway repairs together with general highway construction and maintenance works.

The requirement of a Roadman, Chargehand has the responsibility of supervising others, meeting demands and completing works orders and client requests in a timely manner. The role is aimed at a flexible, responsive and high achieving individual, installing, repairing and fabricating items. Ensuring availability and functioning of required items/materials. Ensuring the machinery and equipment is well maintained, with good housekeeping on site and ensuring Health and Safety standards are adhered to.and safety and ongoing skills development.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/Roadworker_Chargehand/27 3028

LIFT FOREMAN

Salary: £33,539.46 - £36,514.23 Required as soon as possible, subject to all clearances being in place.

The Head Teacher and Governors of Wardley Primary School seek to appoint a proactive and highly skilled School Business Manager, who is available to start the position as soon as possible. This will allow for a thorough handover from the existing School Business Manager prior to her beginning a new role for the Local Authority.

At Wardley Primary, we are committed to creating a supportive environment, built on care and respect, in which all children are encouraged to believe in themselves and aspire to be the best that they can be. We are strongly committed to working in partnership with parents and carers to ensure the best provision for every child.

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.

As a School Business Manager, you will work closely with the Head Teacher and Senior Leadership Team to drive the school’s strategic direction. We require a School Business Manager to oversee a range of business functions including finance, HR, payroll, site management, catering systems and health and safety.

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.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and will take place on Friday 18th October 2024. They can be arranged by contacting Nicola Wallace on (0191) 4693012.

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

Please be aware only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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

Online applications only from: www.gateshead.gov.uk

DIGITAL PRODUCT LEAD

Salary: £34,314 to £37,938 p.a. Grade 9

Salary: £45,441 ‐ £48,474 (pay award pending)

Durham County Council have an exciting opportunity for the role of Lift Foreman within the Building and Facilities Maintenance Service, Repairs and Maintenance Team.

We’re looking for a Digital Product Lead, interested?

REGISTERED MANAGER (REABLEMENT SERVICE) Salary: £47,754 ‐ £52,805 pa

1 x permanent 37 hours post – plus 2 hours contractual overtime WHAT IS INVOLVED? You will provide operational direction, day to day supervision and organisation of all assigned operational staff and internal and external sub‐contractors engaged in carrying out lift repairs and installation works. These include ensuring safe systems of work are in place and they and the staff and their works are regularly monitored.

You will become part of a highly motivated team, committed to the ongoing success of the Repairs and Maintenance Service.

We encourage you to contact Beverley Grant, Interim Repairs and Maintenance Manager Mobile: 07876 257795 or email: beverley.grant@durham.gov.uk to arrange an informal discussion about the role.

WHAT WILL I NEED? NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a Lift Services discipline.

5 days Site Manager Safety Training Scheme – or willing to achieve within 3 months of appointment.

The post holder will also be required to have supervisory and/or management experience of lift associated works within a large multi‐ functional public or private sector organisation and of working at a similar level within a Construction or Maintenance environment.

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 and you will be required to apply for a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced Disclosure.

If you have any questions relating to the role please contact Andrew Hawkins, Highways and Operations Manager on 0191 4334282 or email AndrewHawkins@Gateshead.Gov.UK.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/Lift_Foreman/272718

Closing date: 17th December 2024

Closing date: 2nd December 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 others? Are you looking for a new challenge? If so, please keep reading as you’re just what we’re looking for!

The team…

You will be working as one of three Digital Product Leads who will organise multidisciplinary teams to deliver effective and efficient digital products whilst supporting our customers in accessing our services. You will lead on product management and lifecycles, information architecture and digital standards to deliver an excellent user experience (UX) for all our customers and stakeholders. User needs will be at the heart of everything you do whilst simultaneously improving service delivery and efficiency.

About the role….

Your duties will include managing product roadmaps, setting goals and priorities using Agile methodology, forming the direction and quality standards for digital products and supporting service areas to help them identify improvement opportunities with their digital presence.

We're looking for candidates who have experience of organising multi‐disciplinary teams to build accessible customer facing digital products using UX design approaches such as wireframing and prototyping. You will also be skilled in information architecture, advanced content management, data and evidence‐driven decision making, Agile methodology and tools. Knowledge of legislation and policy and digital standards including accessibility is key. You should possess a relevant degree or professional qualification or have equivalent experience.

To arrange an informal discussion or if you need any assistance, please contact Roger Abbott by email: rogerabbott@gateshead.gov.uk Applications are by CV to Roger Abbott at: rogerabbott@gateshead.gov.uk

At North Tyneside Council, people are at the heart of everything we do.

We are an ambitious council which cares and listens, and we believe ev‐ eryone deserves the best outcome.

Our Reablement team has a strong reputation for changing lives, and you’ll be joining a passionate group of people who provide a vital service to our residents.

We are committed to making the borough an inclusive place to live, work and visit and we positively promote equal opportunity through all our employment policies and practices.

As a ‘Disability Confident’ employer, we’re committed to the employment of people with disabilities, and we guarantee an interview for all candidates with disabilities who meet the essential criteria for the job.

North Tyneside Council’s Reablement service is looking to recruit a Registered Manager.

This is an exciting opportunity where the successful post holder will have responsibility for managing and developing the Reablement Service including: • Accountability for ensuring budget compliance • Responsible for the regulation and compliance of Care Quality Commission standards • Scheduling of work across all teams • Development of projects, plans and team events • Ensure health and safety is adhered to by all Reablement staff • To be responsible for the health, wellbeing and engagement of the team • Encourage personal development and maintain high performance.

• Work with partners, agencies and stakeholders to both maintain and develop service provision • To support with hospital admission avoidance and timely discharge from hospital.

The successful candidate will implement a tailored response to support people to live independently, well and safeguarded.

If you are interested or would like to discuss this exciting opportunity further, please contact Susan Redpath ‐ Senior Manager, Prevention and Integration or Pamela Hill ‐ Senior Project Manager, Integrated Services Tel. 0191 6435935 For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/DBS0616_Registered_Man ager_Reablement_Service_/272857

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CONSTRUCTION SURVEYOR ESTIMATOR Salary: £39,513 - £43,693 per annum Newcastle City Council are looking to appoint a Repairs and Construction Surveyor Estimator within the Mechanical Section of Construction Services.

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LEARNING COACH (TEACHING ASSISTANT)

The Role The role will involve supporting the delivery and development of a flexible project coordinating, estimating and s urveying, design and specialist function service, ensuring high standards and cost effectiveness.

Salary: £23,700 (Actual Salary not Pro Rata plus comprehensive range of benefits available to all staff)

You will be expected to project manage allocated projects from inception to completion: controlling all aspects of specialisms (such as building, mechanical and electrical services) in relation to cost, budget, tender and valuation analysis.

Due to School expansion, Embleton View is seeking to appoint a Learning Coach, to work in our small Independent Special School in Darlington - judged ‘Good’ by Ofsted.

You should have experience of producing estimates and measurement of construction works to formulate financial valuations, payment of subcontractors and providing cash flow projections in order to advise on financial programming implications.

As a Learning Coach, you will support the delivery of our innovative and varied curriculum and targeted individual programmes to inspire and motivate a small group of students aged 5-18 with SEN, particularly SEMH and/or ASD.

What we are looking for • We are looking for people with experience of: • Leading and motivating teams in a dynamic and fast paced environment.

• Delivering and continually improving customer centric services.

• Operating in a commercial environment, maximising income generation opportunities, and managing budgets.

• Understanding and knowledge of health and safety regulations within the designated area of responsibility.

• Experience in domestic and commercial gas and heating installations and systems.

Why work for us Benefits: • Competitive salary, • 37 hours per week.

• Generous annual leave in addition to Bank Holidays, with the ability to buy additional leave annually, • Agile working, enabling both home working and office-based working where possible, • Various flexible working options, • A generous Flexi Scheme.

• Access to Local Government pension scheme, • Access to Occupational Health, Mindfulness sessions and other wellbeing initiatives, • Access to various salary sacrifice schemes – covering cars, white electrical goods, and tax efficient saving contributions towards your pension.

• Discounted travel passes.

For an informal discussion please contact: Michael Thompson (Senior Repairs & Construction Manager - Mechanical) Mobile on 07971 036 399 Apply online at www.northeastjobs.org.uk

Suitable candidates will have: • Experience supporting students with SEN, particularly SEMH and/or ASD • A commitment to high standards and the ability to inspire students with a range of needs • Full UK driving licence and own vehicle with business insurance essential.

To request an application pack or for more information, please email: kate.oneill@aldgroup.co.uk The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

This post involves engaging in regulated activity relevant to children, and involves safeguarding responsibilities as outlined in the job description. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974). Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including ID, checks with past employers and enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) including Children’s Barred List check.

Closing date: 9th December 2024

SPEECH AND LANGUAGE THERAPIST ‐ DYSPHAGIA LEAD Salary: £55,000 ‐ £61,000 per annum depending on experience

Fitter (Vehicle Workshop)

We have an exciting opportunity to appoint a lead clinician for Dysphagia.

This is a new post that will report directly into the Director of Health & Wellbeing and work closely with the current therapy teams.

Salary (NJC - SCP 23, 25, 26, 27): £33,366 - £37,035 Plus an additional temporary Recruitment & Retention Allowance 8%: £2,669 - £2,962

This exciting new role will lead the development and improvement of the eating and drinking, and dysphagia services offered in all services across the Foundation.

Your starting salary will depend on your individual circumstances, please contact Mick Porter, Fleet Manager on 0191 433 7376 for further information.

We’llhelp you save for your future with an outstanding employer contribution to your pension of approximately 9% per year.

About the role….

Gateshead Council is seeking to appoint an additional 4 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.

Interested? Please take a look at the full job profile. It’s important that you read it in full and check that you meet the essential criteria.

A bit about Gateshead Council…

We’re truly committed to providing our customers with the highest quality of service and we need like-minded people who can help us deliver a sector leading service. We need people who want to make a difference, who are talented, possess the right knowledge and skills and who want the chance to demonstrate how good they are.

You must have…

• Effective oral and written communication.

• Appropriate City & Guilds Motor Vehicle Maintenance qualifications or equivalent (including Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle maintenance) or willingness to work towards.

• Full current driving license (ideally have a HGV or willing to be trained).

• Experience of light welding.

• Experience of vehicle and equipment recovery.

• Experience of driving a range of vehicle types.

• Vehicle/Taxi inspection and MOT testing experience • A valid MOT testing qualification or willingness to work towards.

• The ability to maintain and repair a range of vehicles.

• Forklift qualification of willingness to work towards It’s time to apply!

To apply, please can you send a copy of your CV and covering letter to andrewblair@gateshead.gov.uk or complete the online application form by visiting: https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/Fitter/272890 For an informal discussion or if you need any assistance, please contact Mick Porter on 0191 433 7376

CONTRACT MANAGING SURVEYOR Salary: £38,626 ‐ £42,708 • You will come from a Technical construction background and have may have experience within the social housing sector. It is essential is that you have an excellent understanding of social domestic housing repair maintenance and refurbishment, up to 3 story built since 1900 (including Maisonet blocks) • You will be able to undertake thorough property surveys, identify defects and or symptoms indicating hidden building defects such as damp, settlement, floor heave poorly done previous works.

• You will be required to report effectively on your findings. Make recommendations and specify the works required to rectify those issues.

• You will understand how trades work, what is required and how that work should be carried out.

• You will be required to produce the schedules of work and specifications for any remedial works which can then be easily followed by our in‐ house team or effectively priced by our supporting team of small contractors.

• For larger works you will be confident in managing contractors and checking compliance and delivery on site.

• You will be required to undertake your own site visits to both occupied and void properties, gather information from our customers and site teams before determining the best course of action to remedy any defects and address any faults with the property with a view to delivering a satisfactory outcome for customers whilst achieving best value for money for the council.

REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB • Full UK driving licence • HND /NVQ in building studies/ building Surveying /quantity surveying / PCA Damp and Mould surveyor • Understanding and Knowledge of NHF schedule of rates • IOSH / CIOB or similar preferred Desirable Certifications • EPC/HHSRS/Asbestos • Trade qualified • Experience using CAD If you would like an open discussion about the job contact Mark Raynor on 07745 744400 For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/Contract_Managing_Surveyor/2 73036 Closing date: 3rd December 2024

SPEECH AND LANGUAGE THERAPIST (BAND 5/6) Salary: £30,529 ‐ £36,071 (Band 5) £37,070 ‐ £45,484 (Band 6) per annum We have an exciting opportunity for a Speech and Language Therapist within the Therapy team working in Hedleys Horizons to provide input to a caseload of people with complex speech, language and communication and dysphagia needs. Speech and Language Therapists within the Horizons service play a vital role in lifelong learning and providing specialist services by supporting service users and their families with specialist interventions such as AAC, Intensive Interaction, Sensory Programmes.

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST BAND 6 (PART TIME) Salary: £33,648.40 ‐ £41,285.89 per annum (FTE) This post requires ideally a knowledge of working with service users with autism, learning disabilities, behaviours that challenge and sensory processing difficulties. The key objectives of the successful candidate include providing assessment and intervention for a caseload of people, predominantly with autism and with complex speech language and communication needs. Experience in sensory processing and understanding the impact of this on service users’ self‐regulation would be hugely ben‐ eficial although is not essential.

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST (BAND 6) ‐ MATERNITY COVER

THERAPEUTIC PRACTITIONER Salary: £36,050 We are recruiting four Therapeutic Practitioners to deliver For Baby’s Sake in a new Regional Team in the North East of England. The post will be home based with some elements of hybrid working. Applicants need to be located in the North East of England and be able to travel across the region to deliver a hybrid of online and face-to-face sessions.

For Baby’s Sake is an innovative, therapeutic, trauma-informed programme. We work with both co-parents individually, supporting a recovery framework to overcome the devastating effects of domestic abuse in their relationship. We acknowledge and explore unresolved and often complex childhood trauma and change harmful patterns of behaviour to develop a home environment where children can flourish. We adopt an attachment-focussed parenting approach that enhances the opportunity for children to feel safe and secure, with parents who are emotionally available and attuned to all their needs.

There must be a current pregnancy to harness change motivations, a desire on behalf of both parents to co-parent their unborn baby (although they do not have to be in a relationship) and we can work with the families up until the baby reaches the age of two. The significance of this two-year timescale is evidenced in all recent child development research.

You will have the opportunity to support the continued evolution of For Baby’s Sake whilst ensuring fidelity to the programme and sustaining the ethos and values of the For Baby’s Sake Trust.

Salary: £33,648.40 ‐ £41,285.89 per annum We are looking for enthusiastic and adaptable experienced Occupational Therapist to join our team at Percy Hedley School in Killingworth. We require qualified and HCPC Occupational Therapist with some relevant experience to provide input to a caseload of students with complex ASD, physical, communication, sensory and learning difficulties. The focus is on a combination of individual and small group sessions delivered collaboratively and in an integrated way with the trans‐disciplinary team. There are good opportunities for CPD and clinical supervision.

Percy Hedley School is a vibrant and expanding service which offers a supportive and dynamic working environment.

EXPERIENCED TEACHER Salary: £31,650 ‐ £43,607 per annum (dependant on experience) The successful candidate will work collaboratively with Therapists to provide an integrated approach in order to maximise the potential of children with speech, language and communication difficulties and associated difficulties including developmental coordination disorders, ASD, Asperger’s and ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) as well as our children with Cerebral Palsy and motor disorders following the school approach of Conductive Education.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk Closing date: 16th December 2024

For further details and an application form, please visit: https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/Therapeutic_Practitioner/272026 To apply, please complete the application form and return it by email to: recruitment@forbabyssake.org.uk by midnight on 27th November 2024 for the Therapeutic Practitioners.

On receipt of your application, we will send you an equal opportunities monitoring form – this is confidential and voluntary and will not form part of the selection process.

Interviews for the Therapeutic Practitioners are planned for Tuesday 10th & Wednesday 11th December 2024 in Durham.

For an opportunity to discuss this vacancy informally, please contact either: Judith Rees, Director of Operations, The For Baby’s Sake Trust at: judithrees@forbabyssake.org.uk 07718247663 or Brenda Evans, Therapeutic Lead at: brendaevans@forbabyssake.org.uk on 07702538068 Further information about The For Baby’s Sake Trust can also be found at: www.forbabyssake.org.uk

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Lancaster Christ Church C of E Primary School

Teaching Assistant

Highfield, Derwent Road, Lancaster, LA1 3ES

32.5 hours per week (term-time only)

Tel: 01524 60955 www.christchurch‐lancaster.lancs.sch.uk

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

ASSISTANT HEADTEACHER Salary: L2 ‐ L7 Lancaster Christ Church C of E Primary School are seeking to appoint a motivated, passionate and caring Assistant Headteacher from 22nd April 2025 (or sooner, if possible). This is an exciting opportunity for a teacher who is ready to move to the next stage of their career and fur‐ ther develop their professional skills.

As a classroom teacher, the successful applicant is likely to be based in Reception, and therefore knowledge and understanding of the distinctive nature of this wonderful phase of a child’s education and development is essential. The successful applicant will have a proven track record as a highly effective classroom practitioner and will be equipped to support and develop the school's Christian ethos and distinctiveness.

As Assistant Headteacher, the successful applicant will play a key role in ensuring the effective implementation of our school curriculum, working closely with Subject Leaders to monitor teaching and learning, as well as ensuring regular liaison with Nominated Governors. They will also work with Middle and Senior Leaders to develop and embed assessment practices in order to monitor the impact of the curriculum for all children.

The successful applicant will take on Subject Leader responsibility for Mathematics across the school. It is expected that while some applicants may already have experience of subject leadership of Maths, others may not. The priority is a proven record of subject leadership in their current school and the motivation and enthusiasm to continue their professional development in embracing a new role.

Application form available from: head@christchurch‐lancaster.lancs.sch.uk or via school website: https://www.christchurch‐lancaster.lancs.sch.uk/vacancies/.

Please return completed applications either via email: head@christchurch‐lancaster.lancs.sch.uk or post: Lancaster Christ Church C of E Primary School, Derwent Road, Lancaster, LA1 3ES. The Blackburn Diocesan application form should be submitted together with a supporting letter. Letters should not exceed three sides of A4, minimum size 12 font. CVs will not be accepted.

The closing date for applications is 12noon on Friday 10th January 2025, with shortlisting taking place week commencing 13th January 2025.

The interview process will take place during the week commencing 3rd February 2025.

Temporary fixed term contract with natural conclusion of 31/08/26 Part-time hours available on request Commencing ASAP To work under the instruction/guidance of teaching / senior staff to undertake work/care/support programmes, to enable access to learning for pupils and to assist the teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom Keswick School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS clearance and appropriate pre-employment checks.

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

The Dales is a consistently outstanding specialist setting. We provide education for children with a variety of additional needs. We set out to make a difference to the learning, wellbeing and future life chances of the children. The school cultivates a safe and caring environment where children can thrive and have the opportunity to meet their full potential.

Non Supervisory Caretaker

Board Member Opportunities Eden Housing Association has a proud and longstanding reputation as a community rooted social housing landlord, delivering tenant focused services. We work across the Eden Valley in North Cumbria where we own and manage around 2,000 homes.

We're passionately committed to our Vision “To be a leading not-for-profit housing association providing place where tenants can live safely and well in good homes across rural Cumbria”.

We are looking to appoint committed and enthusiastic Board Members who would assist with ensuring that our strategic objectives are delivered. You will be joining us at an exciting time, as we have just defined our new Strategy for the next 4 years.

Candidates who understand good governance and the challenges associated with providing affordable housing in rural locations across Cumbria is key. At the same time, it would be advantageous to attract candidates with skills and experience in one or more of the following areas: • Local Politics • Legal • Strategic IT/digital project delivery • HR • Communication/public relations • Risk and Governance As a Board Member, you would be required to attend and participate in six Board meetings, four Committee meetings and a Strategy Day. We do operate in a hybrid way which allows meetings to be held either on line and/or in person as and when required. Full training and support will be provided in your new role. The role is remunerated with further details in the recruitment pack, and all reasonable expenses will be covered.

If you wish to arrange an informal discussion with our current Chair of Board then please contact our HR Team on 01768 861400 or email HR@edenha.org.uk who will make arrangements convenient to you.

If you are interested in applying, please download an application form and information pack available on our website www.edenha.org.uk.

Salary: Band 2 £11.79 per hour Contract Type: Permanent Working Pattern: 37 hrs per week which are negotiable with the Site Manager, you will be required to close the building.

We are looking to appoint a flexible, enthusiastic and reliable Caretaker to work in our Special School provision, which is challenging and yet rewarding.

You should possess good communication skills and DIY skills are desirable.

You will be responsible for the security of the premises, setting alarms, general repair and health and safety issues relating to the building and grounds, as well as a range of porterage and cleaning duties. You should be able to complete basic health and safety paperwork checks. It is essential that you are capable of regular stooping, bending, lifting and carrying of equipment, materials and furniture and are able to climb ladders.

Some outdoor grounds maintenance is required including litter picking, gritting, snow and ice clearing as well as window cleaning.

You must be resourceful and able to work without constant supervision and should have a strong commitment to delivering high tandards and customer care. The Caretaker reports to the Site Manager.

Teaching Assistant Salary: Band 2, 3, 4 and 5 Teaching Assistants Contract Type: Permanent Working Pattern: 32.5 hours per week, term time plus 5 days.

We are a specialist primary school based on two sites; Blythdale and Ashdale. We are looking to appoint a highly skilled practitioner with experience of working with children with SEN. The successful candidate will support teaching and learning at one of our sites and have a good understanding of child development. A keen interest in outdoor learning or Physical Education would be desirable.

The band 3, 4 and 5 are full-time posts, however for the right candidate we would consider an end of the week working pattern.

The band 2 post can be a 10am until 2pm working pattern. The successful candidate will support the intimate care needs of the children and will support a variety of classes throughout the day.

Please email admin@thedales.northumberland.sch.uk if you would like to attend.

If you wish to apply for this job, please return completed applications forms to: karina.winton@thedales.northumberland.sch.uk Please note we do not accept CV’s.

For further details and an application form can be found at: https://www.thedales.northumberland.sch.uk

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Team Lead: Education, Learning & Volunteer Service Full time, 37.5 hours per week.

Salary: c.£30,000 p/a, dependent on experience We are seeking an Education Team Lead to manage staff and volunteers, and to work with Museum curatorial staff and external providers to plan and deliver Kilmartin Museum’s Education, Learning and Volunteering Service (ELVS). The ELVS is an integral and highly valued area of Kilmartin Museum’s work and vital to fulfilment of our Mission Statement. The post holder will work with the Senior Management Team and service users to set the strategic direction for the Service and fulfil the Museum’s Mission Statement.

Fundraising for projects is also part of this role.

This is a great opportunity to join Kilmartin Museum at an exciting time, as the museum has recently undergone a c.£8m redevelopment.

For further information and instructions on how to apply, please visit: www.kilmartin.org/education-team-lead Deadline for applications: 9am, Monday 13th January 2025.

Interviews are likely to be held during the week commencing 20th January 2025.

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Manager Dochas Carers Centre 32 hours per week, 4 days £34,428pa £20.69 Per hr.

Dochas provides a support service to unpaid adult carers across Mid Argyll, Kintyre, and Islay and Jura (MAKI).

We support people looking after family members, or friends or neighbours due to illness, disability, frailty or addiction. Our service offers practical and emotional support as well as advice and information.

Manager’s role: Staff support Funding and administration Strategic planning & operational management of all services.

The person we appoint will have experience and understanding of the third sector. Good communication skills both written and verbal are essential. Project management experience is desirable.

Hybrid work model and travelling across MAKI as agreed with the Board.

If you are appointed you will work closely with the Board of Trustees to deliver objectives and ensure we meet the necessary governance standards.

ENTHUSIASTIC WORKING FOREMAN WANTED Busy construction sites in Guernsey Channel Islands.

Attractive package offered for the right candidate.

Computer literate would be preferred and a clean driving licence.

If interested, please contact: katie@kalmac.co.uk 01534 486030

Closing date: 13th December

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Head of Service ‐ Children and Families FTE Salary: £61,803 + Car Allowance (Senior Management) CrossReach has been at the forefront of high quality social care for over 150 years, providing loving care to people of all ages and supporting them to live life to the full whatever their circumstances. During that time, we have worked hard to understand the needs of the people who turn to us for help and with them have been at the forefront of pioneering services which have literally changed thousands of lives for the better.

Today we are one of the largest social care providers in Scotland, with experience across a broad range of services. We are still growing, learning, and improving, thanks to the incredible people we have the privilege to support, and all those who support us. We are part of the Church of Scotland and aim to provide social care services and specialist resources in Christ’s name to further the caring work of the Church to people in challenging circumstances.

Our Children and Families services, are dedicated to supporting children and families through a wide range of diverse services, including Residential Care, Counselling, Early Years projects, and services for children with disabilities. We offer innovative, high‐quality support and positively impact our communities and we are now looking for a Head of Children and Families to join our team on a temporary basis to lead our programme of transformational change.

As the Head of Service for Children and Families you will have the opportunity to improve the lives of children and families by providing leadership to ensure the development and transformational change of a high‐quality service for chil‐ dren with disabilities and their families.

For a recruitment pack or if you have any questions please contact: recruitment@dochas.scot

You will provide strategic leadership to guide our services through a period of transition, focusing on enhancing sustainability and impact. This will include leadership of an innovative Early Years Project at Daisy Chain, working closely with Glasgow City Council and the Robertson Trust. You will work closely with the Fundraising Team to ensure ongoing viability of our two Prison Visitor Cen‐ tres.

This is a temporary post for 12‐18 months.

If you have any queries regarding this role or our recruitment process, please contact the Recruitment team on: recruitment.team@crossreach.org.uk

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Programme Manager (Secure Education)

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Eynsham Parish Council requires a full time

Salary: £480 to £760 Weekly

Parish Clerk

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and talented professional to join our team and play a key role in delivering and supporting the continued growth and development of Future You and the wider Secure and Specialist Education service though this senior role as Programme Manager.

We are looking to recruit Fully experienced Press Tool Makers and also Trainee Press Toolmakers.

Salary Range: SCP 29 to 36 £37,336 - £44,428(pending national pay award) plus LGPS pension (additional points awarded for qualifications)

Future You and the Secure and Specialist Education is a part of the Participation and Lifelong Learning service, within Hampshire County Council’s Children’s Services Directorate, with the responsibility for delivering education to some of the county’s and the country’s most vulnerable learners.

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

Eynsham Parish Council is looking to appoint a new Clerk to the Council.

Salary: £53,208 – £59,633 per annum

The Programme Manager role involves the oversight and leadership of the Future You service. Supporting young people who are not able to attend school through the provision of innovative and bespoke packages to tackle the barriers to their engagement to support the transition back into appropriate school placements.

Alongside this the Programme Manager will also take a senior leadership role across the wider Secure and Specialist Service to continue the development and success of the whole service.

Let us know how we can support you to succeed with your application by contacting Rebecca Parrett, Head of Service, Secure and Specialist Education on 07759135547 or via email rebecca.parrett@hants.gov.uk and we will be delighted to assist you.

This is an exciting and demanding full-time role requiring leadership, local government expertise and excellent communication skills.

Flexibility is essential as the post includes evening and weekend work.

Excellent working environment and working conditions.

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

*Please note, depending on the volume of applications received, this vacancy may close early. * For further details please visit:eynsham-pc.gov.uk or contact either Richard Wilkins (Deputy Clerk) on 07956 901622 Or Cllr Ross Macken (Council Chair) on 07899 964760

We invite you to submit your application and you are required to submit a CV and covering letter to be considered for shortlisting. The covering letter is important and should demonstrate your suitability in relation to the requirements for the role and highlight the energy, drive, and enthusiasm you will bring.

For further details and an application form, please visit: https://careers.newjob.org.uk/HCC/job/Winchester-Programme-Manager-%28Secure-Education%29-HCC616697HAM/1073925301/

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.

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School Business Manager Salary: Grade 8 point 20 £31,586 Pro Rata Hours: 26 hours per week ‐ Term time (plus 5 INSET days) We are seeking a School Business Manager to join our dedicated team and provide a full range of finance and administrative support to our school.

Eastergate CE Primary School is a small, but growing one form entry primary school, situated in a beautiful semi‐rural setting located just off the A27 near Fontwell; between Arundel and Chichester.

We are a strong team of committed professionals who enjoy learning and working together. We are committed to improving our school and making sure we offer the best to all our pupils to enable them to succeed academically, socially and in their personal development.

We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, well organised and caring to join our school. In this varied and rewarding role, you will be responsible for: • Managing the school’s finance system (Bromcom) • Strategic budget planning with the Headteacher and Governors, to ensure that the school makes the best possible use of the resources available • Preparing, maintaining and monitoring the school budget • Forecasting across more than one financial year • Producing and presenting statements and reports as requested for the Headteacher and Finance Committee of the Governing Body • Ensuring that efficient and effective administrative arrangements and procedures for financial matters are in place within the school Visits to the school are highly recommended. Please contact the school office on 01243 542297 to arrange an appointment out of school hours.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/school‐jobs/ Closing Date: 12th December 2024 Interview Date: 18th December 2024

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

Business & Facilities Manager Salary Scale SCP: 37 – 41 (£46,731 – £50,788 per annum) Plus Generous Local Government Average Salary Pension Scheme Are you a highly motivated self-starter with lots of energy and the confidence to take things forward on your own within defined parameters; Do you have a flexible and positive approach to work and a ‘can do’ attitude; Do you have experience of dealing with commercial horticultural work and contracts as well as managing teams of people? Then this is the job for you!

Farnham Town Council is seeking a dynamic and proactive Business & Facilities Manager to champion enhancements to the facilities offer, and the overall customer experience.

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

You will lead the Works Team effectively, co-ordinate and ensure the Council’s grounds, buildings and associated amenities are well managed and maintained, and to manage, co-ordinate, organise and promote the safe, efficient, and cost-effective use of all facilities within the Council’s areas of responsibilities.

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.

Would you like to know more? To obtain an information pack with full details of the role and application form, please email: recruitment@chrgs.co.uk

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LSAs are allocated to particular year groups where they support the learning of children across the ability range both within lessons as well as through targeted interventions. Our LSAs work with all groups of children; this may include supporting the lower attaining children, but also working with the higher attaining children in order to provide challenge and further enrichment. This role will also include supporting children 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 send applications to: Michelle McCartney, Senior Admin Officer, Cupernham Junior School, Bransley Close, Romsey, SO51 7JT Alternatively email: school.mail@cupernham‐jun.hants.sch.uk

Applications must be received by 9am on Monday, 6 January 2025 Please note CVs will not be considered Interviews will be held on 15 January 2025 and, for those called for a second interview, these will be held on 16 January 2025.

If, after reading the recruitment pack, you would like to discuss this position, please contact the Council’s HR advisor, Helen Plant, at Council HR & Governance Support on 07939 400548.

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Experienced Skilled Roofer/Lead burning Pay: £37,440.00 - £43,680.00 per year Job Types: Full-time, Permanent We are looking for an enthusiastic skilled roofer/ lead welder, experienced working on a wide range of domestic roofing including Slating and tiling pitched roofs. To work in Bristol and surrounding areas, with occasional visits to our Bristol office as and when required. Must be able to work as part of a team while also working on own initiative, with a passion for delivering high quality service to a diverse range of clients.

• Must be capable of lead work and lead burning to high standard • Salary by negotiation and experience • Van and fuel card Supplied • Immediate start • Uniform/PPE provided • On going training updates/refreshers

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

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

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

01452 760717

WANTED Mechanic and MOT Tester for busy local garage in Exmouth.

GENERAL BUILDER REQUIRED

Monday-Friday 8.30am - 5.30pm

Must be a tidy and competent worker. Varied local work.

Wages negotiable upon experience, company pension.

Please contact Terry on 07708 286390

Finance, Facilities and Carbon Reporting Manager

PARISH CLERK AND RFO Salary depending on skills and experience (SCP 30 – 36 – £39,513 – £45,718 p.a.)

Full-time (37 hours per week)

Salary: £42,000 - £44,000 per annum We are pleased to announce that 361 Energy CIC is recruiting a new full-time CEO. We are looking for someone with proven management experience to take us forward in the next stage of growth and development as we expand the scale and scope of our work.

This post is on a fixed term contract to 30 September 2026 and with the potential for extension subject to funding.

As an organisation, we have grown significantly in recent years.

A few years ago our annual turnover was less than £100,000 and we only had part time self-employed contractors and volunteers working for the organisation. We now have 7 employees and 5 self-employed contractors working for 361 Energy CIC, with oversight provided by a volunteer board of 6 Directors. In the financial year 2023/24 our turnover was £419,495. The main focus of our work is providing free home energy advice visits to vulnerable and fuel poor households across North Devon and Torridge. We are also actively involved in supporting retrofit of homes with energy saving technologies. Our team of two Retrofit Coordinators have worked on the Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund with North Devon Homes, Devon County Council’s Green Homes Grant LAD, HUG and HUG2 programmes and the Local Energy Advice Demonstrator project with community energy groups in Devon and Cornwall.

We also provide business energy advice and organise engagement events such as the 361 Energy Fair (see photo) and Climate Change workshops for Councils. We are currently investigating switching from a not-for-profit community interest company (CIC) into a charitable incorporated organisation (CIO).

More information about our work is provided in our annual report for 2022/23, please visit: https://361energy.org/361-energy-cic-annual-report-2022-23/ For further details please visit: https://www.devonjobs.gov.uk/job/Chief%20Executive%20 Officer%20(CEO)%20-%20361%20Energy%20CIC/ Applications including a CV and one page description on why you meet the job description should be emailed to: info@361energy.org

Must be able to cover all aspects of plastering external / internal. Clean and tody/work as a team.

Please call: 01395 265837 for further details.

Tel: 0117 9502610 Email: info@theroofingcompanybristol.co.uk

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

PLASTERER REQUIRED

Salary: £41,511 - £46,731 per annum pro rata

If you have a genuine interest in helping our forward thinking and energetic Council develop and deliver timely, quality and innovative services to the local community, this post is ideal.

Quality Assurance Reviewing Officer

You will ensure that all legal, statutory, financial and other governing provisions relating to the Council are observed, all Council meetings are properly administered and decisions effectively implemented whilst developing healthy working partnerships with key local and regional bodies.

Are you looking for a fulfilling role that makes a real difference in the lives of children? Join our team as a Quality Assurance Reviewing Officer (QARO) where you'll ignite transformation and create brighter futures for children and young people. Make your enduring difference today.

Suitably qualified (ideally with or be willing to obtain CiLCA – the Certificate in Local Council Administration), highly motivated, enthusiastic and community focused, you will bring sound leadership, staff management, administrative, communication, IT, financial and organisational skills and be flexible in approach and able to meet deadlines.

We offer excellent nationally based terms and conditions of employment for this post which may involve working evenings and weekends.

ASSISTANT CLERK Salary depending on skills and experience (SCP 13 – 16 – £28,163 – £29,572 pro rata) Part-time (20 hours per week) If you have a genuine interest in helping our forward thinking and energetic Council deliver timely, quality and innovative services to the local community, this post is ideal.

Working under the direction of the Parish Clerk, you will be responsible for providing administrative support for some meetings and assist with the day-to-day management of the council’s property, services and website.

Suitably qualified (ideally with or be willing to obtain CiLCA – the Certificate in Local Council Administration), highly motivated, enthusiastic and community focused, you will bring sound administrative, communication, IT and organisational skills and be flexible in approach and able to work as part of a small team.

Salary: £46,464 ‐ £52,429

What’s in it for you: As a QARO, you will play a crucial role in improving outcomes for chil‐ dren subject to child protection plans and Extra Familiar Harm. Your passion for creating positive change will drive you to ensure that chil‐ dren are at the heart of the assessment of their needs and the de‐ velopment of their plans. You will empower families, children and young people, ensuring their voices are heard and they actively participate in the decision‐making process.

Working alongside a stable, experienced, and supportive team, you will have access to a wealth of opportunities for training and development.

Regular supervision and reflective group discussions will nurture your professional growth, while establishing connections and building relationships with our partners will broaden your horizons.

We understand the importance of work‐life balance, which is why we offer flexible working hours and the opportunity to work from home whenever feasible. With us, you can achieve personal and professional fulfilment while enjoying the benefits of a supportive and flexible work environment.

About you: You are a qualified Social Worker ready to make a profound impact and substantial post‐qualified experience. With a social work background, you understand the complexities of child protection planning and Extra Familiar Harm. Your expertise positions you as a driving force for positive outcomes.

For an informal discussion and for more information, please contact Giulia Pridmore by email: giulia.pridmore@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk or by phone: 01305 225904.

We offer excellent nationally based terms and conditions of employment for this post which may involve working evenings and weekends.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.jobs.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/vacancies/28878/quality‐ assurance‐reviewing‐officer.html

Please email: clerk@southpethertonparishcouncil.gov.uk for further information and details on how to apply.

Closing date: 8th December 2024 Interviews will be held on 12th December in person at County Hall in Dorchester.

South Petherton Parish Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

This post requires significant travel. You must have a vehicle (or transport we deem suitable) available for use as needed.

We are now looking for a Finance, Facilities and Carbon Reporting Manager to join us on a part-time basis, working 22.2 hours per week (three days) for a two-year fixed term contract.

This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled and environmentally conscious qualified accountant to join our dedicated and impactful organisation.

You’ll have the chance to make a tangible impact to our National Park by developing and implementing strategies to reduce our carbon footprint as well as driving sustainability projects to help conserve and enhance one of the UK’s most stunning landscapes.

What’s more, you’ll get to benefit from the flexibility of part-time hours, professional development opportunities and the chance to be part of meaningful conservation efforts.

So, if you want to play a pivotal role, contributing directly to our purpose of conserving and enhancing Exmoor’s natural beauty, we want to hear from you!

The Role As our Finance, Facilities and Carbon Reporting Manager, you will oversee our financial operations, manage our premises and track and reduce our carbon footprint.

Leading the finance team, you will ensure compliant and efficient financial practices, support strategic decision-making through data analysis and oversee the implementation of financial systems.

You will also manage the facilities team to maintain safe and functional premises, oversee facility-related projects and negotiate with suppliers to ensure cost-effective operations.

Additionally, you will develop and report strategies for carbon footprint reduction and ensure compliance with environmental standards.

Your role will also involve: - Managing sustainability projects - Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of sustainability regulations - Co-ordinating the Project Management Pipeline system and budget management For further information and to apply please visit https://www.exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk/enpa/workingwith-us/jobs/Finance,-Facilities-and-Carbon-ReportingManager

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School Finance, Business, and Office Manager Salary: £30,000 plus An exciting opportunity for an experienced School Business, Finance, Office manager to join our new school.

Kingfisher School will be an independent special school for children and young people with SEMH, ASD and associated learning and communication difficulties. It is part of Melrose Education Limited.

We are looking for an outstanding manager with experience of working in a a school or specialist school. You must be able to demonstrate good organisational skills, clear communication skills, and have a good level of IT knowledge. Excellent time management skills are essential, and you will be able to demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively with local authorities or other stakeholders.

Teaching Assistants An exciting opportunity for experienced teaching assistants to join a new school.

Kingfisher School will be an independent day special school for children and young people with SEMH, ASD and associated learning and communication difficulties. It is part of Melrose Education limited.

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Melrose Education and Kingfisher School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of every learner and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant with require an enhanced DBS check, references and social media checks will be taken up before interview.

We are committed to equal opportunities and have a robust equity, diversity, and inclusion policy supported by school and Company EDI Leads.

For more detail, please contact David Bennett, School Principal davidbennett@kingfisherschoolltd.com or Tracey Storey, CEO on tracey@melroseeducation.com.

For further details and an application form, please visit: https://www.jobs.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/vacancies/28579/school-financebusiness-and-office-manager-at-kingfisher-school-limited.html Please ensure application forms are signed if sending via email.

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Lead Officer (Development Management) Salary: £43,421 ‐ £50,512 per annum plus up to £8,000 relocation allowance* We are looking for a Lead Planning Officer to join our friendly and welcoming team.

Housing & Services Manager CESSA Housing Association Salary: up to £42,461 (depending on experience) Experienced person needed to manage the day-to-day service delivery of an efficient & effective H&S, Repairs, Allocations & Voids service to ensure our commitment to tenants is delivered efficiently & to Regulatory standards. This includes management of scheme Maintainers & external contractors & control of the H&S regime.

Applications from ex-Service personnel are welcomed. Applicants will be working with older people from an ex-service background so must be able to display empathy & understanding of the needs of elderly tenants.

You will play a vital role in shaping how we meet our growth objectives, ensuring that development is of the highest quality and is both sustainable and environmentally progressive, whilst looking after the exceptional and stunning environment of North Devon ‐ its coastline, harbours, moors and historic urban and rural settlements centred on the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Braunton Burrows.

The role will provide rewarding opportunities to build experience and further your career. If you are a forward thinking, positive and customer focused Planner who can enable appropriate development in a high class environment we would like to hear from you.

We would be delighted to have an informal conversation with you regarding this opportunity, please contact us: Tracey Blackmore – Service Manager (Development Management) 01271 388288 Matthew Brown ‐ Lead Officer (Development Management) ‐ 01271 388292

Senior Planning Officer Salary: £39,186 ‐ £46,464 per annum (pro rata) We are looking for a Senior Planning Officer to join our friendly and welcoming team.

You will manage a full range of development management duties and carry a mixed caseload of applications up to major schemes. If you have a sound working knowledge of the development management process along with a positive attitude and a wish to seek and deliver solutions, then we would like to hear from you.

Planning Officer Salary: £32,076 ‐ £38,223 per annum, pro rata Full and part time applicants considered.

We are looking for a Planning Officer to join our friendly and welcoming team.

You will undertake a full range of development management duties and carry a mixed caseload of applications. If you have a sound working knowledge of the development management process along with a positive attitude and a wish to seek and deliver solutions, then we would like to hear from you.

We would be delighted to have an informal conversation with you regarding this opportunity, please contact us: Jenni Meakins – Lead Officer (Majors) – 01271 388411 Matthew Brown ‐ Lead Officer (Development Management) ‐ 01271 388292

Regulatory Compliance Officer (Graduate)

Candidates must have a clean driving licence, car & live within easy commuting distance of Portsmouth, Gosport & Fareham. Basic DBS clearance will be requested.

See www.cessaha.co.uk for the full job description, person specification & T&Cs. For an application pack, or an informal chat, ring: 02392 829319 or email: gill.peckham@cessaha.co.uk Applications to be returned by end Friday 29 Nov. ‘24 Interviews currently planned for Monday 9 Dec. ‘24

Salary: £26,421 ‐ £28,770 per annum Post qualification salary ‐ £29,269 ‐ £32,834 per annum ARE YOU AWESOME – WE’RE HIRING! If your answer to the above is “absolutely YES I am…” and you are someone that is passionate about making A difference in the north Devon community ‐ let’s talk some more.

North Devon Council is building on the success of our exemplary teams by recruiting accomplished graduates to be developed as generalist compliance practitioners, as well as experienced enforcement officers. Our experienced officers are well placed to provide mentoring and development. We are supported by Elected Members and Senior Management to grow the team and deliver exciting projects.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.northdevon.gov.uk/jobs‐and‐careers

We are an Equal Opportunities employer

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Wind Turbine Technician Location: Narberth, Pembrokeshire (Sir Benfro)

Health Care Assistants Required

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

Are you a team player, committed and level-headed?

Join us on a journey, we are aiming to change the way adults in need of care are supported in a nursing home. We want to engage those who use the service and to involve them in every way.

…then training as a Wind Turbine Technician is for you!

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

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

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

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

Full Day & Full Night Shifts are 12 Hours Early Shifts are 6.5 hours (Days Only) Day Shifts start at 07.30 am to 19.30 pm or 07.30 am to 14.00 pm (Early Shift) Night Shifts start 7.30 pm to 07.30 am Every other weekend shifts are required Pay starts at £11.25 to £12.25 per Hour (Days) Pay starts at £12.25 to £13.25 per Hour (Nights)

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

So, if you want a career where you feel you are improving the quality of life for those you support and where your ideas and input are actively sought, please contact Phil on 07502 379253 or e mail Phil@priorycarehome.com

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

The Priory Nursing & Residential Care Home, Llandogo, Nr Monmouth, NP25 4TP

Residential Registered Manager An opportunity for a

Mobile Crane Operator to join an established team in North Wales longest running family crane hire business.

The applicant must have; • Full Drivers Licence • HGV Class C Licence • In date Blue CPCS card with Mobile Crane Operator authorisation • Previous experience operating mobile cranes • Knowledge of the effects of wind and other climatic conditions on the crane and load • Strong knowledge of road traffic regulations Skills/Abilities • Display safe working practices • Provide a friendly and helpful service to customers Start date - immediate Salary to be discussed at interview To apply, please email: enquiries@buckleyscranehire.co.uk

Salary: £43,693 - £46,731per annum (G09) An opportunity has arisen in Conwy for a permanent role as a Residential Unit Manager in our new care home in Mochdre.

Do you want to work to empower children we support to learn new thoughts, feelings, and actions in the most important areas of their lives?

If so, why not be part of our Children’s residential service?

The new purpose built home in Mochdre delivers careers and experiences that are challenging, rewarding, and differentiated by our values in working together to make a positive difference to the lives of children to ‘have the best life’ possible.

We do this by providing children and young people with a safe and supportive environment and a fulfilling experience where their voice is heard and centred on their individual needs and what’s important to them.

We look for people who share our values and we are seeking to recruit a Residential Unit Manager to join our team.

This a real opportunity to influence the development of the new service and embed trauma informed child centred therapeutic practice to children who have experienced numerous averse childhood experiences. You will be expected to lead a team of therapeutic residential workers to ensure that they are able to help young people recover from their experiences and develop skills and resilience into adult life.

Welsh Language Skills: The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. We are committed to our Welsh language and are proud of our Welsh culture. We welcome applications in both Welsh and English and application forms received in either language will not be treated less favourably than each other.

We’re passionate about supporting and encouraging you to use your Cymraeg whatever your level. We offer free classes at all levels, in-person and on-line to support you.

Manager details for informal discussion: Catherine Mackenzie, Service Manager Looked After Children (01492577778, catherine.mackenzie@conwy.gov.uk) For further details and to apply, please visit: https://webrecruitment.secure.conwy.gov.uk Conwy is committed to safeguarding. Qualifications and references will be verified. In promoting Equal Opportunities, Conwy welcomes applicants from all sections of the community. All Disabled applicants who meet the essential job requirements will be guaranteed an interview. The Council will provide appropriate additional work facilities for disabled applicants. There is an option for disabled people to apply on different formats.

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Experienced Mechanical Fitter to help service and repair all types of machine type equipment both in-house and off site when required.

A sound mechanical knowledge is essential preferably with a good understanding of hydraulics and pneumatics.

Working Hours: Mon - Fri 8am – 5pm.

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Please email a current CV with employment history to paul@pgmac.co.uk PG Mac Ltd, Unit B, Sandars Road, Heapham Road Industrial Estate, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire DN21 1RZ Tel: 01427 810250 www.pgmac.co.uk

Maintenance Engineer ESS Ltd are currently seeking a Maintenance Engineer to join their Maintenance Team within a specialised beer malting plant based in West Knapton.

As a Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for the following: • Electro Mechanical repairs to a PLC-controlled plant, handling and conveying equipment, also pneumatic and hydraulic control systems • Maintain the plant facilities and services • Preventative and predictive maintenance routines • Support the operations team in achieving targets To be considered for this position you must have the following: • Electrical qualification with strong mechanical knowledge • Experience in a high volume manufacturing environment in some of the following: pneumatics, hydraulics, conveyors • Ideally you will have experience in a heavy industrial environment • Excellent communication skills and a good team player • Must be available to work various shift patterns – earlies / lates / on call rota CV’s to be submitted to: bgallagher@essrecruitment.co.uk www.essltd.ie

Keep Britain Tidy is the nation’s favourite environmental charity, campaigning on a range of environmental issues, effecting change at both local and national levels.

We are currently looking to recruit for the following roles...

Project Officer Salary: £18,000p.a. pro-rata (£30,000p.a.

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Project Manager Salary: £22,800p.a. pro-rata (£38,000p.a.

FTE) Contract: 12 months fixed term Hours: 21 Hours per week (we are flexible with how this may work for you) Location: Office/hybrid based, within the borough of Kirklees.

All our roles also benefit from generous holiday entitlement and additional benefits.

The successful candidates will work on the development and delivery of the project which seeks to engage the local community.

To find out more or apply for either roles, please go to: https://www.keepbritaintidy.org/getinvolved/work-for-us

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 Halley headteacher@st-peters.wakefield.sch.uk

1 x Senior Family Engagement Worker (30 hours) Located at HMP Wealstun Monday – Thursday 8.30am – 4.30pm Salary: £27,803 FTE (Actual Salary £22,242) The Jigsaw Visitors’ Centre is looking to appoint someone to be Based in the prison setting of HMP Wealstun, you will lead a small team to deliver the family services in HMP Wealstun in line with the establishment’s requirements, which will involve the following family services: a welcoming visitor centre facility; play and children’s services, family engagement case work, and family support to families of prisoners It is essential that you have experience of working with families, casework management experience, excellent communication skills, interpersonal and organisational skills. Additionally, you will need to have the ability to relate sensitively to the needs of prisoners and their families as well as having some knowledge of the criminal justice sector.

The role will involve travelling to HMP Leeds for meetings, access to a car is essential for travelling For a job description, person specification and application form or an informal chat about the post please contact Lee Stephenson on 0113 2032771 or email: Lee.stephenson@jigsawcharity.org Please note we do not accept CV’s. To apply please complete the form in the application pack.

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Head of Disabled Children’s Service Salary: Grade 12 Level 1 - 4 (£55,515 to £62,473 per annum) As a city we are ambitious for our children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities.

We are committed to a person- centred, strengths based approach and are looking for an innovative and experienced social care manager who can take our Disabled Children’s Service to the next level. In this role you will also take the lead on being the Designated Social Care Officer for SEND and in this role you will play a crucial role in contributing to the delivery of our SEND Strategy.

We have a commitment to continuing professional development in our teams and believe that the City of York is a great place to work and to support your leadership journey.

We’d love to hear from passionate, skilled and experienced social care managers who are driven to make a difference for families, to the Disabled Children’s Service and for themselves.

As this role is public facing, applicants will need to demonstrate, at interview, their competency to converse and provide advice and guidance to members of the public, in spoken English to CEFR level C1: Can express themselves fluently and spontaneously, almost effortlessly. Only a conceptually difficult subject can hinder a natural, smooth flow of language.

Department of Adult Social Care and Health People Commissioning and Business Support

Service Manager - Adult Social Care Financial Support Service (FSS) Special C: £56,595 - £60,303 pa (Pro-Rata for Part-Time Posts) Permanent 1 x 37 hours per week Britannia House / Hybrid Bradford is big, young and diverse. We are home to more than half a million people, vibrant communities and innovative businesses in the heart of The North. As the leading employer in the district, Bradford Council cares about being a great place to work.

We are looking for a Service Manager to lead our financial support services teams including Community Care Charging, Residential and Nursing Care Charging, including Deferred Payment Agreements, Direct Payment audits, provider payments, and our Financial Protection Team.

Hybrid working arrangements are available for this role. Each role at CYC is different and your working arrangements will be determined based on the requirements of the role and in collaboration with you and your needs as part of the recruitment process. Your contractual location will be the designated council office for your team.

This is an exciting time to be joining Team Bradford, as we introduce new approaches to interfacing with our providers and we are reviewing our charging and billing arrangements, including undertaking consultation with our service users.

City of York Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. We require the successful candidate to undertake an enhanced Criminal Record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

If you are experienced in Adult Social Care charging and payment processes, have strong leadership and management skills to support our teams of Financial Support Services experts and can lead and support change and innovation, in a supportive Adult Social Care Department, then this could be the job for you!

The Council is committed to investing in the talent and wellbeing of our staff and can offer a generous annual leave allowance, access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, comprehensive Health & Wellbeing initiatives and a reward package which recognises your contribution. We can offer flexible working practices, community engagement and volunteer activities and, as part of our commitment to you, promote continuous Learning & Development. In addition we also offer a growing range of discounts, rewards and savings.

Please refer to the Job Profile for full details of the requirements of the post including key competencies.

For further information or an informal discussion please contact Maxine Squire at Maxine.squire@york.gov.uk or on 07990793483.

If you are interested in a conversation about the role, please contact: Jane Wood (Assistant Director – People Commissioning & Business Support) at: jane.wood@bradford.gov.uk The Code of Practice on the English language requirement for public sector workers, Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016, requires that Councils ensure that all candidates applying for customer facing posts must be assessed in order to establish their fluency in English.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.york.gov.uk

The criteria under special knowledge and experience on the job profile which is shown in this advert, outlines what level of fluency you will be expected to demonstrate. Therefore, it is essential that you provide examples in your application.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://bradford.engageats.co.uk/V2/Login

Senior Transport Project Manager Salary: Grade 11 Level 1 - 4 (£49,050 to £55,825 per annum) Do you want to make a difference and help to deliver key transport infrastructure projects in the City of York? As part of a small Major Projects team we have exciting opportunities for a Senior Transport Project Manager. The applicant will be able to deliver complex major construction projects up to £70m in value, including York Outer Ring Road upgrade. These projects will comprise scheme development, outline design, planning consent, procurement and construction.

Your experience will include dealing with a variety of stakeholders and proven communication skills.

You will be adaptable, being able to take these projects from the early stages through to supervision on site, demonstrating your confidence as an NEC Project Manager. You will ensure that the proposals are compliant with standards and be able to control a wide range of specialist teams and individuals.

Ideally you will be degree qualified with a professional qualification, preferably CEng or IEng, but this should not be a barrier to anybody with the appropriate experience and aspiration to succeed in delivering these stimulating projects.

Hybrid working arrangements are available for this role. Each role at CYC is different and your working arrangements will be determined based on the requirements of the role and in collaboration with you and your needs as part of the recruitment process. Your contractual location will be the designated council office for your team.

Please note, we do not have a sponsorship licence to sponsor indivdiuals for visas to work in the UK, therefore we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

The Council is committed to investing in the talent and wellbeing of our staff and can offer a generous annual leave allowance, access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, comprehensive Health & Wellbeing initiatives and a reward package which recognises your contribution. We can offer flexible working practices, community engagement and volunteer activities and, as part of our commitment to you, promote continuous Learning & Development. In addition we also offer a growing range of discounts, rewards and savings.

For further information or an informal discussion please contact Melanie Farnham (Senior Transport Project Manager) at melanie.farnham@york.gov.uk on 07879 808313 For further details and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.york.gov.uk Published by RYAL Media Group Ltd, 63 Sylvan Avenue, Kirkby in Ashfield, NG17 8RG