Headteacher Salary: L9 – L15 (£60,644 ‐ £70,293) Required from September 2025 (or before if possible) The Governing Body are seeking to appoint a new Headteacher, to lead the school into its next phase of growth and success. The candidate will be a dynamic, driven and inspirational leader who will have the opportunity to build on the successes of our school and shape its future. They will be someone who possesses strong leadership qualities as well as a proven track record of delivering strong educational outcomes and school improvement. They should have a deep commitment to our Quaker values.
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HIGH TUNSTALL COLLEGE OF SCIENCE Elwick Road, West Park, Hartlepool, TS26 0LQ 01429 261446 htadmin@hightunstall.hartlepool.sch.uk www.htcs.org.uk
TRANSPORT PLANNER (DEVELOPMENT) Salary: £37,938 ‐ £46,731
11‐16 Co‐educational comprehensive, N.O.R. 1354 (Foundation Status)
We're looking for a Transport Planner, interested? Do you want a role where you’re recognised for what you do, given the opportunity to thrive and have the chance to be the best version of yourself? Interested in joining a great organisation with an employee offer and experience that rivals others? Are you looking for a new challenge? If so, please keep reading as you’re just what we’re looking for! The team... The Built and Natural Environment Team is a multi‐disciplinary team packed with professional officers providing advice on Urban Design, Ecology, Trees, Drainage, Heritage, Contaminated Land. and Transport. About the role... We are looking for an enthusiastic person to join the team. You will be involved in a range of works streams, providing specialist transport and highways advice on major projects and other planning applications within the Urban Core and across the Borough. You will also be required to provide advice on the transport elements of major planning applications including pre‐application advice, appraisal of transport assessments and travel plans. The job requires knowledge of transport policy and the transport development management process, education to degree level (or relevant equivalent) and experience in a transport strategy/transport policy environment. Knowledge of the planning process generally, Local Government procedures and transport legislation and practice as well as experience of mentoring and leading a team would be an advantage. You will have a strong customer focus and commitment to continuous improvement and evidence of continuing professional development. You will be competent in using relevant IT systems such as Microsoft Office and GIS products and have a full driving licence. The post is offered on a full time basis but flexible working arrangements can be discussed. Hybrid working is offered but site visits in the borough will be required and a presence in the office is expected on a minimum of two days per week. For an informal discussion or if you need any assistance, please contact Andrew Ford‐Hutchinson on 0191 433 3166. For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/Transport_Planner_Develop‐ ment_/274530 Closing date: 26th January 2025
SENDCO Salary: MPS/UPS £31,650 ‐ £49,084 + TLR1D (£9,782) High Tunstall College of Science is seeking to appoint a SENDCo for an Easter 2025 start, the role is designed to help and support the Senior Specialist SENDCo in ensuring all students needs are met across the College.
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In this role we are ideally looking for someone to compliment the team with extensive knowledge of developing strategies to meet the needs in the area of cognition and learning across our college. This post is not suitable for an ECT but is open for colleagues who wish to train and take the SENDCo qualifications.
Mechanic and MOT Tester
In the changing world of education we know that the level of need seen in primary schools is rising and we as a secondary school need to ensure that we are ready for the demands we will face in the future so if you: Enjoy a challenge and don’t mind hard work. Believe that every child deserves the best education in their local community school. Have expertise that will help develop our teachers so they are all truly teachers of students with SEND. This job at High Tunstall College of Science is for you! As a new member of staff you will be joining “Team Tunstall” at a pivotal moment in its history, where every child does matter and at a time of great change in education. We are embracing that change by proudly working in partnership with all schools, academies and Hartlepool Local Authority so every child succeeds. Supporting documents and how to apply for this post are available on the College website: www.htcs.org.uk/vacancies via the Face‐Ed link.
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Due to the retirement of our current headteacher, the Trustees of Sutherland Primary Academy are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, inspirational and dedicated individual to lead our school community and continue to build on the strong foundations already in place to progress our school further forward. We are a caring and inclusive school that is ambitious for all our pupils. We provide a rich and balanced curriculum where children can develop the knowledge and skills to thrive personally, socially and academically both at school and throughout their future life. We are a single academy trust which provides the autonomy and independence to focus on the specific needs and priorities of our students and community, however we also collaborate with other schools and the wider educational community. We are looking for a Headteacher who: • has a clear vision for continuous improvement and can build on the school's strengths and successes • is a strategic thinker with strong leadership and management skills who can inspire and motivate others • is passionate about education and driven to achieve the very best outcomes, particularly for vulnerable learners • is committed to pupil and staff well‐being • can ensure sustainable financial planning and practice • cultivates a team working approach throughout the school and communicates regularly with children, parents/carers, staff, governors and the local community • collaborates with other schools to ensure best practice, generate opportunities A visit to Sutherland Primary Academy is recommended and should be arranged by contacting the school on: 01782 594133 or by emailing: jorourke1@sutherlandacademy.co.uk. For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.sutherlandprimary.co.uk/vacancies/ Closing date ‐ Midday 27th January 2025 Interviews will be held on Thursday 6th February and Friday 7th February 2025. Candidates will need to attend both days.
For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/school‐jobs/ • Closing date for applications ‐ Wednesday 19th February at 12pm • Shortlisting by selection panel ‐ Wednesday 26th February • Interviews ‐ 4th and 5th March 2025
The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and to equality of opportunity.
CHILDREN, YOUNG PEOPLE AND VOLUNTEER PROJECT WORKER
An enhanced DBS will be required.
Salary: £23500 ‐ £25750 depending on experience (we will also consider requests for part time) Fixed term to 31/3/26; we envisage that if the project succeeds the post will be continued
Closing date: Friday 24th January 2025, 12 noon
Headteacher
Leadership Pay Scale: L20‐24
We offer our staff: • Fantastic children with outstanding behaviour who strive to achieve their best. • An opportunity to be part of a nurturing and creative environment dedicated to keeping the children at the heart of everything. • A warm positive working environment with an enthusiastic, dynamic and supportive staff where everyone is valued and encouraged to succeed. • Committed governors, an enthusiastic and active PTA and engaged parents and carers. • A stimulating and exciting curriculum well supported with trips and events. • Excellent facilities to support teaching. • Commitment to the safeguarding and welfare of everyone within our school community.
Please call: 01395 265837 for further details.
Salary: Leadership Scale Permanent, Full Time
Headteacher
Our new Headteacher will: • Be an aspirational strategic leader. • Have high expectations of all pupils’ attainment, behaviour and attendance, and the skills needed to translate these expectations into pupils achieving their full potential. • Demonstrate our school values of reflection, equality, friendship, peace, simplicity and integrity. • Have a proven track record of raising standards, who can inspire and motivate others, ensuring staff are supported, valued and encouraged. • Be financially astute with a good understanding of school budget setting and financial management. • Have a strong sense of community and community engagement. • Be committed to high standards of teaching and professional development of staff. • Build on our achievements, pushing the school to even greater success. • Prioritise the wellbeing of our children and staff. • Recognise and nurture what makes our school unique.
New Year, New Challenges? Do you want to make a difference? Change more than your work/life balance... Here at Spennymoor Town Council we’re proud to serve the people of our vibrant town on the outskirts of Durham City. Following a recent staffing restructure, we’re looking for a new Deputy Town Clerk/ Corporate Services Manager to join us as we work to create an exciting future and embrace opportunities to enhance this great town. Spennymoor is going places – and so can you! If you have the attitude, skills and experience that we need, we want to hear from you.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and dedicated Headteacher to lead and inspire our committed team of teachers and support staff across Burlescombe and Webbers Church of England primary schools. What will I be doing? We are seeking an inspirational leader who will embrace a characterful approach to learning and teaching and who will make a positive impact on the outcomes of our pupils, who will develop and implement strategies to improve educational outcomes, nurture a positive and inclusive school culture, engage with parents, Board members and the wider community to build strong partnerships, creating a Christian vision that inspires and motivates all stakeholders.
You have a superb opportunity to join our growing Befriending and Mentoring project for children and young people who have experience of being in care. This project works with over 80 children and young people across Tees Valley. The key elements of your role will be: • Talk to children and young people about the project, establish if they’d like a volunteer (and what sort – a mentor or befriender) and what a good match would look like in a volunteer • Recruitment, selection and training of volunteers • Be a constant source of support and guidance to volunteers • Work with and regularly keep in touch with social workers, parents, residential homes, children and young people, volunteers and other stakeholders to ensure matches are going well, are safe, and visits taking place regularly. • Organise and host events for children, young people and volunteers • Implement the organisations participation framework, ensuring young people’s voices are heard and supporting them to co‐deliver aspects of the project • Identify opportunities to broaden the project to better meet young peoples needs
Permanent, full time (37 hours) NJC pay scale 36‐40 (£46,731 – £49,764)
What kind of experience or qualifications do I need? We would be delighted to receive applications from candidates with senior leadership experience within a primary school setting and with the motivation, flair, and dedication to deliver equity and excellence as standard for all pupils.
Your place of work will be our Council HQ in Spennymoor Town Hall, and hybrid working will be considered. You will line‐manage a team of five colleagues and will be a key part of the Council’s Senior Management Team.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
As a great communicator and natural rapport‐builder, you’ll bring your passion for local government and your understanding of policy and governance processes to bear as we work to build a great future for our Council.
Visits to the schools are strongly encouraged. Please contact the schools directly on 01823 672521 or 01823 672510 to arrange a visit.
Changing Futures Fostering is growing, and we want you to join our small close knit team, It’s a small team where you will be able make a big difference, and have your efforts really appreciated. We were delighted to be awarded a Good rating in our last Ofsted inspection, and we have ambition to be Outstanding.
You’ll lead our corporate and democratic service area, working closely with the Chief Officer (Town Clerk) and your senior management colleagues to develop and maintain best‐in‐class policies and procedures that enable the rest of the Council to deliver great services to the people of Spennymoor.
Further information and application forms can be downloaded from the Trust website: https://alumnismat.org/careers/. Completed teaching application forms should be sent to: recruitment@alumnismat.org by 9:00 am on the closing date.
We know that Social Work can be a really tough job and we try to make our staff feel valued, listened to and given opportunity to develop and grow. We know that’s what people need and deserve, and helps them give excellent support to foster parents and the chil‐ dren in their care.
Deputy Town Clerk/ Corporate Services Manager
If we’ve piqued your interest, please get in touch with Ian Morris on 01388 815276 or email ian.morris@spennymoor‐tc.gov.uk For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/Deputy_Town_Clerk_Cor porate_Services_Manager/274698 Closing date for return of application forms is 31st January 2025. We plan to hold interviews of shortlisted candidates on Wednesday 19th February Further details will be provided to shortlisted candidates no later than Friday 7th February.
Closing date: 28th January 2025
SUPERVISING SOCIAL WORKER Salary: 0 – 2 years post qualifying experience ‐ £32,000 ‐ £35,000 (pro rata) 2+ years post qualifying experience, £37,000 ‐ £40,000 (pro rata) + on call allowance
Closing date: 20th January 2025
Closing Date: 31 January 2025 Interview Date: Week commencing 10 February 2025. Required to start after Easter or from September 2025.
What are you waiting for? Join a charity that cares about children and cares about you. For further details of both jobs including job description and personal specification, please contact us on 01429 891444 or email admin@changingfuturesne.co.uk