Total 137 Junior Executive level Customer Service job vacancies in Kingston-upon-Thames - KT2 7EQ, KT2 7EQ

The Bishop Wand Church of England School is a creative and vibrant learning community where students receive the encouragement and support to become successful, determined and confident young people.
As the Pastoral Support Assistant for a Key Stage, you will be responsible for providing day to day support to the Heads of Year and Pastoral Team, liaising with staff, students, parents and external agencies in relation to student support issues as required. The post holder will provide support for our inclusion room, sharing with other staff the supervision of students during the time they are working in isolation. The ideal candidate will enjoy working directly with students, supporting them with a firm but compassionate manner.
The successful candidate will have excellent organisational and interpersonal skills as well as the ability to foster effective professional working relationships with students, teachers and external bodies alike. Outstanding administrative, planning and organisational skills are essential to this post as is the ability to demonstrate a high standard of confidentiality, presentation and attention to detail.Please refer to the Job Profile and Terms Summary for further information.

Clinical: The post holder will take part in a full shift rota, along with other trainees, which provides 24 hour care for patients including weekends and night shifts. This includes; Immediate responsibility for care of up to 22 critical care patients Responsible for the admission and discharge of patients Liaising with other departments and specialties as appropriate Maintaining inpatient records Ordering routine and emergency investigations, and receiving and reviewing their results Managing routine and unexpected problems on the critical care unit as they arise Reviewing and admitting new admissions and referrals from both the emergency department and wards Transfer of patient to radiology etc. as appropriate Compliance with Trust and departmental protocols and guidelines As the post holder will be responsible for the assessment and management of critically ill patients with indirect supervision, significant prior experience in intensive care medicine is essential including advanced airway skills and excellent written and spoken English. This post will include care of patients with suspected and conformed coronavirus. Administrative: Candidates must possess full GMC registration with a license to practise at time of application Research: There are no specific research duties in this post, however there may be opportunities to take part in ongoing clinical trials. Teaching: The department has a strong teaching commitment to junior doctors. There is both formal and informal training as well as educational supervision and guidance for the postholders provided in each attachment. Formal study-leave to attend relevant regional and national courses, (allocation the same as regional trainees) with reimbursement of expenses (according to Trust policy and up to the annual leave limit) also provided. A number of educational sessions are provided, there is also access to the departmental, Trust and regional teaching and courses, such as preparation for FRCA and FFICM examinations. Critical Care units run weekly formal teaching as well as journal clubs, exam practise, self-directed learning and practical procedure teaching. The opportunity exists for the post holder to attend educational sessions within other departments of the hospital.

A Vacancy at The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.


We are delighted to be able to offer an opportunity for a highly motivated, ambitious individual to join our well integrated team.

This clinical fellow post (ST1-2 equivalent) in Critical Care Medicine is at Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Trust. The post is available from February 2025 for 6-12 months. Please note: this post is critical care only (no anaesthesia placements). This post is suitable for applicants who have successfully completed foundation training (or equivalent).

GMC registration with a license to practise is required at time of application. Candidates must possess previous paid NHS experience.

In addition to the challenges of the role, we can offer you a commitment to teaching, education, research and audit.

As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.

Please read attached Job Description and Person Specification.

These posts are at core trainee level, and successful candidates will be expected to have completed foundation training and to be competent to work with indirect supervision. Prior experience in intensive care is desirable.

It also includes management of referrals from other departments within the hospital, including the Medical Admissions Units and Emergency Department and providing medical support for the nursing outreach service. Supervision and teaching of more junior Critical Care residents is an important part of this post.

The posts are intended to provide experience in adult critical care medicine including intensive care training equivalent to that recommended by the Faculty of Intensive Care Medicine.

For an informal discussion and further information regarding the opportunity and Directorate, please contact: Claire Mitchell on telephone 0191 282 9815 or via email at Claire.mitchell3@nhs.net.

Newcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the busiest, largest and most successful teaching NHS foundation trusts in the country, with around 16,000 staff and an annual income of £1 billion. We have a long history of providing high quality care, clinical excellence, and innovation in medical research regionally, nationally and internationally.

We’re also proud to be the second largest provider of specialised services in the country. This means we support people with a range of rare and complex medical, surgical and neurological conditions, cancers and genetic orders.

Our staff oversee around 1.84 million patients ‘contacts’ each year, delivering high standards of healthcare.

We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and recognise the benefit in providing an inclusive environment. We value and respect the diversity of our employees and aim to recruit a workforce which reflects the communities we serve, and is equipped to deliver the best service to our patients. We welcome all applications irrespective of people’s race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups.

Clinical:

The post holder will take part in a full shift rota, along with other trainees, which provides 24 hour care for patients including weekends and night shifts. This includes
• Immediate responsibility for care of up to 22 critical care patients
• Responsible for the admission and discharge of patients
• Liaising with other departments and specialties as appropriate
• Maintaining inpatient records
• Ordering routine and emergency investigations, and receiving and reviewing their results
• Managing routine and unexpected problems on the critical care unit as they arise
• Reviewing and admitting new admissions and referrals from both the emergency department and wards
• Transfer of patient to radiology etc. as appropriate
• Compliance with Trust and departmental protocols and guidelines

As the post holder will be responsible for the assessment and management of critically ill patients with indirect supervision, significant prior experience in intensive care medicine is essential including advanced airway skills and excellent written and spoken English. This post will include care of patients with suspected and conformed coronavirus.

Administrative:
• Candidates must possess full GMC registration with a license to practise at time of application

Research:
• There are no specific research duties in this post, however there may be opportunities to take part in ongoing clinical trials.

Teaching:
• The department has a strong teaching commitment to junior doctors.
• There is both formal and informal training as well as educational supervision and guidance for the postholders provided in each attachment.
• Formal study-leave to attend relevant regional and national courses, (allocation the same as regional trainees) with reimbursement of expenses (according to Trust policy and up to the annual leave limit) also provided.
• A number of educational sessions are provided, there is also access to the departmental, Trust and regional teaching and courses, such as preparation for FRCA and FFICM examinations. Critical Care units run weekly formal teaching as well as journal clubs, exam practise, self-directed learning and practical procedure teaching. The opportunity exists for the post holder to attend educational sessions within other departments of the hospital.


This advert closes on Thursday 14 Nov 2024

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HCAT Thoresby Primary School
(Required from January 2025)
• 1 x Achievement Support Assistant (Grade 4)
• 32.5 hours per week, term time only, full time equivalent £18,225 to £18,809 actual salary
• Permanent
An opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and enthusiastic Achievement Support Assistant to join our school.
Thoresby Primary School is a community school with a range of pupils from 3-11 years of age. We strive to create a happy, welcoming, caring and safe environment where expectations are high and where learners are encouraged, challenged and supported to be the best they can be.
The successful candidate will -
• Work under the instruction and guidance of teaching staff within and outside the classroom
• Provide effective support as required
• Support the academic, social and emotional development of individuals and groups of pupils understanding clearly how they learn
• Provide effective support to maximise the attainment and accelerate the progress of individuals and groups of pupils
• Motivate and engage children so they are excited and enthused about their journey
• Have effective communication skills when liaising with staff
• Have the passion and drive to develop their professional career and gain relevant experience and training were appropriate
• Use their initiative, be flexible and ensure children are safe and happy
As a member of the Hull Collaborative Trust we offer -
• An opportunity to be part of a collaborative trust and work alongside a range of outstanding teachers and professionals
• The opportunity to work alongside staff who are passionate to ensure that every child becomes the best they can be
• Bespoke quality professional development
• Outstanding working environments and high quality resources
• Committed and experienced governance
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS:, Thursday 28 November at 12.00pm (noon), and interviews Wednesday 4 December 2024.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Achievement Support Assistant (SEND)
Permanent role / start date ASAP
32.5 hours per week, term time plus 5 additional days
Grade 4 (Pt 5-7) £23,500 - £24,294 FTE
Actual annual salary range £17,732 – £18,331
AboutSt Cuthbert’s Roman Catholic Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
The Directors of St Cuthbert’s Roman Catholic Academy Trust are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, inspiring, and highly motivated Achievement Support Assistant (L2 TA) to work as part of the SEND team at St Mary’s College.
The successful candidates will work across KS3/KS4, providing appropriate support for pupils of all abilities. You will support teaching staff with the children’s social, emotional and academic progress, delivering interventions to enhance pupils learning and provide supervision and care of children at various times of the day.
Within this role you will utilise your knowledge of learning support, communication skills and creativity to develop innovative ways to provide a supportive learning environment, where pupils with SEND can access the curriculum. You will need to use your passion for inspiring children to enjoy learning, encouraging them to take pride in their achievements, be confident in their abilities and play an active role in school life.
Applicants should have the following attributes:
excellent communication and interpersonal skills and enjoys working within a supportive team
ability to establish productive working relationships with children, acting as a role model and setting high expectations
encourages pupils to interact with others and engage all children in learning activities led by the teacher
willing to participate fully in ensuring inclusion of all children
able to use own initiative to ensure the best possible support for pupils and families
able to carry out basic tasks on a computer or hand-held device
If you wish to apply for this role, please do so by completing the support staff application form explaining why you have the qualities, skills and experience for the role within your personal statement.If you have any queries please contact the school.St Cuthbert’s RC Academy Trust is an equal opportunities employer.Closing date: Monday 18th November 2024 at 5pm
Shortlisting: W/C 18th November 2024
Interviews: TBC

Location: South Hull

Since 1989, we've supported adults of all ages to maintain their independence and stay in the place they know and love. Because, life is better at home.

We're looking for people who are passionate about care, and who want to help others to join our amazing teams. We don't require you to have any previous social care experience, what we do need from you is to have the Right to Work in the UK, as we are NOT able to offer Health and Care Worker visas. Additionally, you are required to have a full UK driving license with access to your own vehicle.

If you're looking for a job that can be flexible around your lifestyle there are a variety of shift patterns available to work in mornings, afternoons, evenings or weekends.

At Helping Hands, we can offer the following benefits

• Paid mileage of 35p per mile between calls
• Early Pay App request up to 50% of your pay in advance of pay day
• Earn up to £100 for referring a friend
• Our care assistants are directly employed by us giving you access to holiday entitlement and our pension scheme
• Apprenticeship opportunities available to existing staff
• Support to complete nationally recognised qualifications including your Care Certificate and NVQs. Your career development is important to us if you want to progress, we can help!
• FREE Blue Light Card national discount card for hundreds of retailers
• Annual pay reviews based on cost of living

Being a Care Assistant means you need to be adaptable, kind-hearted and put others first. Your role may include:

• Providing companionship
• Support with personal care such as showering, bathing and toileting
• Helping with mobility around the home
• Overseeing medication and providing medical support
• Helping around the house with cleaning, cooking and tidying
• Running errands such as food shopping or picking up prescriptions

Location: Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Since 1989, we've supported adults of all ages to maintain their independence and stay in the place they know and love. Because, life is better at home.

We're looking for people who are passionate about care, and who want to help others to join our amazing teams. We don't require you to have any previous social care experience, what we do need from you is to have the Right to Work in the UK, as we are NOT able to offer Health and Care Worker visas. Additionally, you are required to have a full UK driving license with access to your own vehicle.

If you're looking for a job that can be flexible around your lifestyle there are a variety of shift patterns available to work in mornings, afternoons, evenings or weekends.

At Helping Hands, we can offer the following benefits

• Paid mileage of 35p per mile between calls
• Early Pay App request up to 50% of your pay in advance of pay day
• Earn up to £100 for referring a friend
• Our care assistants are directly employed by us giving you access to holiday entitlement and our pension scheme
• Apprenticeship opportunities available to existing staff
• Support to complete nationally recognised qualifications including your Care Certificate and NVQs. Your career development is important to us if you want to progress, we can help!
• FREE Blue Light Card national discount card for hundreds of retailers
• Annual pay reviews based on cost of living

Being a Care Assistant means you need to be adaptable, kind-hearted and put others first. Your role may include:

• Providing companionship
• Support with personal care such as showering, bathing and toileting
• Helping with mobility around the home
• Overseeing medication and providing medical support
• Helping around the house with cleaning, cooking and tidying
• Running errands such as food shopping or picking up prescriptions

Location: Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Since 1989, we've supported adults of all ages to maintain their independence and stay in the place they know and love. Because, life is better at home.

We're looking for people who are passionate about care, and who want to help others to join our amazing teams. We don't require you to have any previous social care experience, what we do need from you is to have the Right to Work in the UK, as we are NOT able to offer Health and Care Worker visas. Additionally, you are required to have a full UK driving license with access to your own vehicle.

If you're looking for a job that can be flexible around your lifestyle there are a variety of shift patterns available to work in mornings, afternoons, evenings or weekends.

At Helping Hands, we can offer the following benefits

• Paid mileage of 35p per mile between calls
• Early Pay App request up to 50% of your pay in advance of pay day
• Earn up to £100 for referring a friend
• Our care assistants are directly employed by us giving you access to holiday entitlement and our pension scheme
• Apprenticeship opportunities available to existing staff
• Support to complete nationally recognised qualifications including your Care Certificate and NVQs. Your career development is important to us if you want to progress, we can help!
• FREE Blue Light Card national discount card for hundreds of retailers
• Annual pay reviews based on cost of living

Being a Care Assistant means you need to be adaptable, kind-hearted and put others first. Your role may include:

• Providing companionship
• Support with personal care such as showering, bathing and toileting
• Helping with mobility around the home
• Overseeing medication and providing medical support
• Helping around the house with cleaning, cooking and tidying
• Running errands such as food shopping or picking up prescriptions

When you join Signature as a Regional Care Assistant, you have flexibility and all the benefits of a permanent employee! Work shifts that are suited to your needs, get your travel expenses paid and get the very best pay rates – in addition, you also get the best holiday allowance in the sector.

As a Regional Care Assistant, you will be flexible and available to travel across our home portfolio. You will be responsible for delivering person centred care to our residents, promoting their independence, dignity and overall wellbeing at all times. You will be providing care that is directly in line with the resident\\'s care plan; assisting them with their mobility, food and fluid intake, personal care, resident-led activities and so much more. If you want to make a real difference and be part of an extraordinary family who share the same vision and values as you then this role is perfectly suited to you.

Although you don’t need experience to become a Regional Care Assistant, you must show kindness, compassion and empathy in all that you do. It is a requirement to have good written and verbal communication skills and basic IT skills. An NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social care is a big advantage.

Travel Requirements

You must have a full UK driving licence and daily access to a reliable vehicle as this position will require travel to a number of our luxury care homes including the list below:

Signature at Weybridge - Weybridge KT13 0HY

Signature at Coombe Hill Manor - Kingston-upon-Thames KT2 7EQ

Signature at Banstead - Banstead SM7 3AG

Signature at Reigate Grange - Reigate RH2 9DB

Signature at Ascot - Ascot SL5 7LD

Signature at Farnham Common - Farnham SL2 3GH

Your travel expenses will be covered by us - 45p per mile by car

You will be working as part of a team with a small resident to staff ratio enabling the highest standards of care to be delivered. You can expect to be committed too, invested in and supported throughout your journey with us.

You’ll be part of a caring, supportive team with exciting career development opportunities, and flexible full and part-time hours, when you join Signature Senior Lifestyle as a Care Assistant at our luxury care and nursing home in Kingston upon Thames.

We’ll need you to bring your compassion and uniqueness to this role. Your days as a Care Assistant will be varied, interesting and rewarding, from general care right through to specialist dementia care. You’ll assist residents with washing, dressing, eating, drinking and getting around. You’ll help them make their apartments feel like home. You’ll enjoy their favourite activities with them, like bingo, shopping and live music. You’ll develop strong relationships with the individuals you work with, and their families.

You’ll be respectful of residents’ choices, dignity and independence, always. You’ll also be integral to developing residents Care Plans, which includes being aware of any specialist support needs.

We are kind and compassionate. Positive and resilient. Proactive and organised. Honest and accountable. Passionate and keen to develop. If this sounds like you, you’ll fit right in.

You don’t need experience to become a Care Assistant, just good written and verbal communication, and some IT skills. An NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social care is a big advantage.

What skills and experience we're looking for

The governors of Byker Primary wish to appoint a Learning Support Assistant who has a passion for children’s learning.

The successful candidate will need to demonstrate their commitment to working as part of a highly successful team, the aim of which is to ensure that all children receive outstanding and inspirational educational experiences which help them fulfil their potential.

The successful candidate will actively endorse and deliver the vision of our school, ‘Children First: Raising standards and transforming lives’, whilst facilitating all children to be successful learners, confident individuals and responsible citizens.

We are looking for a skilled and effective teacher with enthusiasm and energy who:

• Is an excellent practitioner.
• Has an innovative, creative and effective approach to support children to access education.
• Is creative and proactive in their approach to supporting pupils.
• Is an inclusive practitioner with ambitious standards and high expectations for all pupils.
• Is well organised and highly motivated.
• Leads by example with integrity, positivity and resilience
• Possesses excellent interpersonal and communication skills and enjoys working in a team.
• Has a track record of leading and sustaining school improvement.
• Can collate and analyse pupil performance data and implement action plans to address weaknesses and accelerate pupil progress.

What the school offers its staff

• A supportive Headteacher and Governing Body
• A dedicated staff team
• A genuine opportunity to make a difference
• A highly skilled team of friendly staff to work with well-resourced classrooms and facilities
• High quality support and CPD to ensure that you are successful
• Happy, enthusiastic children
• An inclusive and supportive working environment

Byker Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to obtain an Enhanced Certificate of Disclosure from the DBS and be successful against a range of other recruitment checks.

As this post involves working with children, vulnerable adults or dealing with sensitive information, written references will be taken up and made available to interviewers before the final selection stage; even if you indicate otherwise.

Further details about the role

Closing Date for applications: Midday Friday 15th November 2024

Short Listing: Monday 18th November 2024

Interviews: Wednesday 20th November 2024

In post Start Date: 1st January 2025

Application packs are available from the school office or can be downloaded from the school website.

Completed application forms can be returned to the school at Byker Primary School, Commercial Road, Byker, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE6 2AT or emailed to recruitment@bykerprimary.co.uk by 12 noon Friday 15th November 2024

School Tours are recommended and will be taking place Wednesday 6th November 11.00am-12noon

Commitment to safeguarding

Byker Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to obtain an Enhanced Certificate of Disclosure from the DBS and be successful against a range of other recruitment checks. As this post involves working with children, vulnerable adults or dealing with sensitive information, written references will be taken up and made available to interviewers before the final selection stage; even if you indicate otherwise.

Are you passionate about education and supporting teenagers?
Do you have experience of working in a secondary school or with SEND pupils?
We are seeking to recruit an Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA) who is enthusiastic and motivated to join our Learning Support Team. The role is to provide support for children with identified social, emotional and behavioural needs through the running of specific programmes and activities to assist the pupils’ individual needs and development.
You will be joining a school with fantastic team spirit and genuine collegiality across the team. Staff are engaged with professional development and are supported in exploring new ideas. Sunbury Manor School is a mixed, 11-16 Single Academy Trust. We are proudly comprehensive and serve a wide community on the edge of Surrey and Southwest London, that is vibrant and ambitious.
Sunbury Manor has a very clear ethos and you will see it if you visit our school; strong, positive relationships that create an environment where teachers can teach exceptional lessons and students can make exceptional progress.
We offer an excellent Professional Development programme at all stages of a teacher’s career, we also offer Westfield 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, Westfield Health Cash Plan, Westfield Rewards (discounts from hundreds of leading retailers, restaurants and destinations), free gym membership at the neighbouring leisure centre and staff laptop.
To apply please use the apply now button and complete the online application form.
36hrs per week - Monday to Friday. Term time only.
Closing Date: Monday 18th November, 2024
Interview Date: Week commencing Monday 18th November, 2024
This vacancy is open to new applications only. We strongly encourage early applications. Applications will be considered as they are received and we reserve the right to appoint before the closing date. All applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK.
Please note, all non-classroom based roles are required to undertake a 40-minute lunch duty for which an alternative lunch break will be provided.
Important information: Please note as part of the schools safer recruitment process we engage with an external provider to complete a full Social Media check on all shortlisted/recruited applicants. The process is a mandatory part of our recruitment process and requires the agreement in advance from the applicant, If you do not/will not give agreement to such searches then please do not apply as we will not be able to further your application.
Sunbury Manor School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants

We are looking for caring, nurturing (term time only) Learning Support Assistants who are committed to supporting children's learning both in the classroom and at lunchtime.
Our ideal candidates will have experience in working with young children. Also to have experience of working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADD/ADHD or dyslexia in a school setting would be desirable but is not essential. .
The successful candidates will work alongside a hardworking, dedicated and friendly team. There are excellent opportunities professional development and there is strong support for staff welfare, including a new staff well-being area.
You will be able to demonstrate good interpersonal skills, be an effective team member and be able to use your own initiative.
You must be able to support the distinctive Christian ethos of the school but you do not have to be a practising Christian.
Hours are 8.25am until 3.20pm (30 minutes unpaid breaks), Monday to Friday inclusive. Term time only plus 3 INSET days
Salary – £22,599 FTE, Actual pro rata salary for 30 hours per week
Interview date: To be confirmed
Start date: to be agreed with the successful candidate
All applications must be made using the online form – we do not accept CVs as any part of an application.
Your personal statement should include a brief overview of who you are, your strengths and any work experience and/or education you've had. . Applications without a supporting statement will not be considered.
Please note that we will take up references before the interview. It is essential therefore, that all reference details supplied are correct, up to date and include a current email address.
Ashley School is part of The Good Shepherd Trust. Please take the time to look at our website which will give you more information about our school, our ethos, aims and values.
Applications will be considered as they are received and the school reserves the right to appoint at any point before this date.
The Good Shepherd Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We ensure that all our employment practices reflect this commitment.
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Learning Support Assistant
Term time only – full time / part-time
To start as soon as possible
Full-time equivalent salary range £27,030 - £31,440 pa depending on experience
Pro-rated depending on days/hours worked.
We are looking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant to provide support for students across Key Stage 3 to 5. Working with classroom teachers and the SENCO, you will provide in and out of class support to students who are learning in a highly academic environment. You will be responsive to the individual needs of students and ensure they are able to access the curriculum and all learning activities and experiences. A key part of the role is to enhance and develop the independence of SEND students.
The successful candidate may work with students who have been identified by the SENCO as needing additional support e.g. students with dyslexia, ADHD or with ASC. You may also be required to support students 1:1 or in small groups to work on social stories, communication skills, emotional regulation and study skills. Experience in these areas would therefore also be advantageous.
Strong communication skills are essential, and experience of working with young people in a school setting would be particularly desirable. Part of the role will be to provide administrative support to the SENCO and so some administrative experience would therefore be useful.
The working hours are usually 08.15 to 15.15 (6.5 hours per day excluding 30-minute break). The actual minimum number of hours/days will be discussed with candidate at interview stage.
The Tiffin Girls’ School is a selective girls’ state secondary school, based in very pleasant surroundings in Kingston upon Thames and ideally situated just fifteen minutes’ walk from the town centre and mainline station (Zone 6). For further information about our school please see our web site. Please apply using the downloadable application form on this page or available on our website, or contact the school office.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to enhanced child protection screening including online checks, checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.
CLOSING DATE: 9am on Monday 11 November 2024
Interview Date: during week commencing 11 November 2024

What skills and experience we're looking for

The Governors wish to appoint an Enhanced Learning Support Assistant to join our existing team and to support students, especially those with SEND, throughout the school. The successful applicant will be hard working, flexible, and have excellent communication skills. It is essential that any applicant enjoys working with and supporting young people, as this is an essential part of the role, however we encourage you to apply, even if you do not already have direct experience of working with children or young people, as full training and unstinting support will be given. We are looking for an individual who can engage with students and support them in overcoming a range of learning difficulties. The successful candidate would also need to be prepared to support the Catholic/Christian ethos at St Mary’s in this role. English to GCSE or equivalent is required. Please note, whilst we only wish to appoint one Enhanced Learning Support Assistant (Level 3), there may be opportunities to appoint Learning Support Assistants (Level 2) also.

What the school offers its staff

St Mary’s is a very popular and happy school, rated Outstanding by the Diocese and Ofsted. We became an academy in 2013 and enjoy outstanding facilities in a new building, which opened in 2011. We joined the Bishop Bewick Catholic Education Trust in June 2020. We are also very popular with parents and are one of the most over-subscribed schools in the North-East. The roll has grown from around 1100 five years ago to over 1440 by September 2024, with 5 main school year groups of around 235 and a Sixth Form of approximately 270 students. We expect the Sixth Form to continue to grow in the next couple of years, as strongly academic year groups continue to move into Sixth Form.

As an Outstanding school, St Mary’s plays a leading role within the Trust and more widely, leading significant school improvement, training and leadership development across other schools, as well as sharing good practice in academic achievement and teaching and learning across many other schools in the north-east. We also play a leading role in teacher training across the region.

If you require any further information about the post, please do not hesitate to contact Laura Mullan, Assistant Headteacher SEND on 0191 215 3260.

Application packs are available to download here, from our school website, or by e-mailing the Director of Finance and Support Services, louise.douds@st-marys.newcastle.sch.uk.

Closing date: 9.00 am on Friday 8th November 2024. Interviews are likely to be held shortly after this date.

The school is fully committed to safeguarding and the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and an online search for shortlisted candidates, as part of our due diligence.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.