Total 23 Manager level Education / Training job vacancies in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP30 9DF

Job Details

Grade: DHT-HT Pt 1
Salary: £62,556 per annum
Contract Duration: Temporary from 6 April 2025 until 17 August 2025

Note: Interviews will be held 12 December 2024

Role Purpose

The role of a Deputy Headteacher is to assist and, where necessary, to deputise for the Headteacher in the conduct of the schools affairs.

Essential

Full GTC Scotland registration
Evidence of Continued Professional Development

A current driving licence and use of a vehicle is an essential requirement of this post.

* If you have a disability which precludes you from holding a drivers licence, Scottish Borders Council will take into account its responsibility to make reasonable adjustments to allow for your disability. Should it be possible to make such an adjustment in order that you can undertake the travel responsibilities of the post, this will be taken into account in consideration for this role.

Informal Enquiries

Informal enquiries may be made to Kevin Wilson by telephone on 01835 825216 or by email at Kevin.Wilson@scotborders.gov.uk.

Scottish Borders Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. In particular from candidates who assess themselves as having a disability, under the Disability Confident Employer scheme this guarantees an interview to those individuals who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We believe that all our students deserve the very best education that we can provide, and our teaching staff aspire to raise the standards and quality of teaching and learning. This is encouraged through inspiring, and supporting, colleagues with bespoke CPD; and by ensuring that best practice is shared and embedded. Having the right team in place is essential to this. Therefore, we are seeking to appoint an exceptional Learning Manager to help us continue this work. Learning Managers are part of our Inclusion and SEND provision. Pupils within this provision receive personalised support programmes that are focused around their specific needs and outcomes. You will be part of an excellent team and provided with extensive support that will enable you to develop to your full potential both in this role and beyond.

As a part of the Oak Learning Partnership, we are proud of what we have achieved so far and excited by the continuous improvements and changes here at Hazel Wood High. This appointment will form a key element in the next phase on our journey to outstanding. If you would like to join our excellent team, then we would like to hear more about you.

Visits to the school, prior to application, are both welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the school on 0161 797 6543 or by e-mailing enquiries@hazelwood.oaklp.co.ukto arrange an appointment.

I encourage you to visit our website to discover more about our values, ethos, and the amazing work we do at Hazel Wood. www.hazelwoodhigh.co.uk

We ask that you do not send CV’s, please complete and send your application form and a personal statement to hr@oaklp.co.uk

What the school offers its staff

Attractive staff benefits package and CPD opportunities.

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.

All Saints Church of England Primary School

Head Teacher Vacancy

Group 2: L15-21

All Saints Church of England Primary School is situated on Rufford Drive in Whitefield and is one of the Bury Family of Schools. We are a Church of England Voluntary Controlled School for boys and girls from three to eleven years of age.

Due to the retirement of our well respected and successful Headteacher, the children, staff and governing body of All Saints CE Primary School are seeking to appoint a passionate, dedicated and inspirational Headteacher to work in the strategic leadership and development of our school.

At All Saints we serve our community by providing high quality education within the context of Christian belief and practice. We encourage an understanding of the meaning and significance of faith and promote Christian values through the experiences we offer all our pupils.

The Christian ethos of our school underpins everything we do and is illustrated by the Christian values we focus on. We aim to promote our school as distinctively Christian, whilst remaining inclusive to everyone as the values we have identified are appreciated by other faiths and those of no faith. We have high expectations of our whole school family and the values are reflected in our daily life and explored in our collective worship and in our lessons.

We are looking for a new Headteacher who is called to fulfil their vocation by helping our school to:

• Ensure a loving, welcoming and caring atmosphere in school where children, staff, parents and visitors feel special, unique and valued and are encouraged to reach their potential
• Be a place where parents and carers trust that the school will educate, inspire and nurture each child to develop as young people of tomorrow.
• Deliver high quality teaching and learning experiences for our pupils, that promote high standards and progress for all
• Challenge and empower staff to be the best they can be, leading as a reflective and understanding practitioner who furthers a culture of collaboration and ambition

We the children, staff and governing body offer you the opportunity to:

• Work within a happy, caring and productive school where we celebrate everyone’s uniqueness and the gifts and talents they have
• Work where all achievements are celebrated and pupils leave us with the confidence and motivation to embark on the next chapter of their journey in Education
• Work alongside a hardworking, dedicated and motivated staff who work collaboratively to provide an environment shaping the whole child and helping each reach their full potential
• Be supported by a committed and faithful Governing Body that champions the wellbeing of staff, as well as pupils
• Be supported by parents and carers who take a keen interest in their children’s development;

Please visit our website to give you a flavour of the way in which our school works and how we seek to enable our pupils to enjoy and achieve. We hope that it will provide useful information about all areas of school life.

You are encouraged to visit school as part of this application process and we have allocated the following dates for these visits to take place.

Tuesday 3 December 8.15am and 4.00pm

Wednesday 11 December - 8.15am and 4.00pm

Please contact the school office to arrange a convenient time 0161 796 3392

Please email completed applications marked ‘FAO School Business Manager’

to allsaints@bury.gov.uk

Closing Date: Midday 13 December 2024

Shortlisting: w/c 16 December 2024

Interviews: 15 and 16 January 2025

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Toowoomba Grammar School | Toowoomba


Closing date: 26/11/



Boarding Head of House and Teacher

Full time opportunity
Term 1, Commencement
Onsite accommodation provided

Toowoomba Grammar School (TGS) is looking for a caring, dedicated and experienced individual to join our Boarding House as a Head of House and Teacher in the Senior School (Years 7-12) to commence Term 1, .  
The Head of House provides a supportive and aspirational environment, in which the wellbeing and interests of each individual boy are nurtured, enabling him to develop his character, and be the best he can be.  Our teachers are passionate about boys education and providing an inspiring and broad curriculum for all boys informed by best practice and evidence.  Teaching experience in English, Science, Mathematics, Drama, Engineering and Design, or Geography will be favourably considered. 
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Team

About the role

Bury Council’s Adult Learning Service is seeking to recruit a Senior Manager to join its Senior Leadership Team. Promoting adult learning is at the heart of Bury’s LET’S Do It! 2030 Strategy which is an ambitious vision for delivering inclusive economic growth and reducing levels of deprivation across the borough.

Joining this team will give you the opportunity to take responsibility for leading a team of Programme Managers in developing and delivering a range of innovative learning opportunities to support the existing and emerging needs of Bury residents. We are looking for someone with extensive experience at a senior management level in the post-sixteen education sector, within an adult learning setting. Ideally you will have played a significant role in co-ordinating a curriculum offer which responds to National, Regional and Local priorities.

Also of critical importance is the ability to demonstrate a proven track record of successful change management, relationship building, quality improvement and a passion for leading successful teams.

You will have thorough knowledge of the Education Inspection Framework and be able to demonstrate an ability to develop and deliver quality improvement strategies, in line with regulatory requirements and policy expectations within the exciting devolved administrative environment of Greater Manchester.

The ideal candidate will embody our LET’S Do It! values and will support putting learners at the centre of sharing in the success of our exciting plans to deliver excellent adult education for all the communities of our borough.

Normal hours of work are 37 hours per week based around the usual business working week. Dependent on service requirements, you may be required to work on a rota basis.

About Bury
The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare or children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment may be subject to a satisfactory disclosure at the appropriate level under the Disclosure and Barring Service.
In line with safer recruitment, please ensure that your application/CV covers your full employment history and there is a reason noted for any gaps in employment. Successful candidates will be asked to provide relevant references for the past ten years and character references will not be accepted.

As a Corporate Parent, ensure that the work and services you deliver considers our care experienced young people, promotes their life chances empowers them to influence the policies, services, and decisions that affect them, champions their rights, and ensure they grow up in the best possible way

Benefits of working for Bury Council
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We are committed to Bury being an equal society that recognises values and embraces all people, regardless of any difference, for the skills, abilities and experiences they bring into the workforce and the wider community. Therefore we guarantee an interview for disabled people, looked after children/ care leavers, armed forces personnel (including reservists and veterans) and carers of adults or disabled children if they meet the essential criteria.

Next steps

For an informal chat regarding the role please contact Joanne Hatton on 0161 253 7593 email j.hatton@bury.gov.uk

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How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four*?

Our colleagues’ wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we’re always looking for new ways to improve everyone’s work/life balance. We’re taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).

4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff, and within the next year – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join us #teamOFG!

We are looking for a Facilities/Site Manager for our New Options Autism School – River Mill School in Stratford St, Mary, Suffolk.

Up to £35,000 per annum, depending on experience (not pro rata)
37.5 hours per week; Monday to Friday
Permanent, 52 weeks
UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.
Who are we looking for?

The ideal candidate will have a strong ability to solve problems independently, have high expectations and standards who will lead our facilities department, deliver training and ensuring our practice remains outstanding at all times. There will need to be a high degree of accuracy working in accordance with the health and safety policies and procedures of the group.

The ideal candidate will enjoy working with pupils in a calm and engaging demeanour, whilst being resilient and innovative.

The ability to contribute to the development of our new school is essential and we believe that energy, passion, and a commitment to high standards are key characteristics required. We are looking for a special individual who can help inspire and engage the young people that we serve.

This is an opportunity for the successful candidate to develop their skills and experience in a challenging, motivating and highly rewarding environment.

Responsibilities:

Repairs and Maintenance
General Housekeeping
Grounds Maintenance
Site Safety and Compliance
Fleet Management
Special Factors
Essential:

Full UK driver’s licence
Previous Maintenance experience
Good Numeracy and Literacy skills
About us

Our New Options Autism School will cater for pupils aged 5 to 11 with complex educational needs, communication difficulties and challenging behaviour primarily with a diagnosis of ASD. The school will have capacity for 72 pupils and is due to open Easter 2025.

For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties.

We are a leading provider of education for neurodivergent young people and young adults. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.

Why join Options Autism?

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:

Life Assurance
Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
“Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks
And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:

A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
Cycle to Work Schemes
Electric Car Purchase Scheme
Critical illness cover
Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.
And that’s not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy.

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Commissioning Manager Adult Social Care

Learning Disability & Autism

Grade 14 £45,441 - £46,464

Permanent

37 hours per week (Monday to Friday)

6 Knowsley Place and agile working (typically 2 days per week in the office - Mondays & Thursdays)

Come and help us transform support and opportunities for Bury people with learning disabilities; and autistic people! We have an exciting opportunities to join our commissioning team.

The post will:

• Be responsible for commissioning services from a range of Care Providers (e.g. for young people 18 -25 years, for people with complex and challenging behaviour).
• Contribute to; and implement commissioning strategies which deliver change (e.g. lead workshops with social workers, providers and residents to understand the needs of autistic people)
• Lead on the creation of innovative approaches to high quality, affordable and outcomes focused services (e.g. work with providers to ensure people are encouraged to develop their strengths and skills so they can live as independently as possible).

You will have a thorough knowledge of legislation governing social care; and of national and local strategies which are relevant to health and social care needs. Having a good knowledge of commissioning and strategy, you have excellent communication and negotiation skills, which will make sure that outcomes are achieved through joint working. Solution-focused, you will have experience of working with people at different levels within an organisation and also of working with complex information.Staff development includes access to coaching and development opportunities e.g. apprenticeships.

About Bury
The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare or children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment may be subject to a satisfactory disclosure at the appropriate level under the Disclosure and Barring Service.
In line with safer recruitment, please ensure that your application/CV covers your full employment history and there is a reason noted for any gaps in employment. Successful candidates will be asked to provide relevant references for the past ten years and character references will not be accepted.

As a Corporate Parent, ensure that the work and services you deliver considers our care experienced young people, promotes their life chances empowers them to influence the policies, services, and decisions that affect them, champions their rights, and ensure they grow up in the best possible way

Benefits of working for Bury Council
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We support employees to work with agility, where appropriate for the post and service requirements.
We are committed to Bury being an equal society that recognises values and embraces all people, regardless of any difference, for the skills, abilities and experiences they bring into the workforce and the wider community. Therefore we guarantee an interview for disabled people, looked after children/ care leavers, armed forces personnel (including reservists and veterans) and carers of adults or disabled children if they meet the essential criteria.

Next steps
To arrange an informal chat regarding the role, please contact Helen Dawson at h.dawson@bury.gov.uk

Interviews - date to be confirmed with shortlisted candidates

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What skills and experience we're looking for

Science Leadership.

Are you a passionate and engaging Science Teacher with a specialismin chemistry or physics?

An exciting opportunity has arisen at the St Leonards Academy and we are looking for skilled and experienced Science teachers to join our team. For the right candidates, we can offer subject leadership roles or the opportunity to be a lead teacher. You would work with our existing science leadership team to development outstanding provision for our students. We can offer leadership training, a significant allowance, whole school opportunities and a supportive environment.The Science department prides itself on inspiring confidence in our students and colleagues anddelivering high quality, engaging and effective learning.We are open to the right candidate regardless of specialism.

The successful candidate will be:

• A dynamic, inspirational and enthusiastic classroom practitioner with high expectations in your own classroom
• Fully committed to learning, high-quality teaching and raising standards of all students
• Passionate about your subject; able to inspire and motivate students and staff
• Committed to ensuring all students reach their potential
• Able to recognise opportunities and face challenges, whilst maintaining your sense of humour and care for young people
• Capable of promoting partnerships and collaborative working

What the school offers its staff

We truly value the experience,dedication, and commitment of all our employees and believe in the power of motivated and happy staff. This is why we seek to enrich and reward our employees wherever we can, by offering a wide range of exciting and useful employee benefits. These include:

• Automatic annual pay increments
• High quality continuous professional development and support for your career progression
• A strong commitment to your health & wellbeing including; onsite Wellbeing Champions, designated Mental Health Ambassadors, flexible working opportunities from Day 1, and Employee Assistance programme
• Generous public sector pension scheme
• Discounts on retail & travel
• Cycle 2 Work scheme
• Charity Giving

As the largest Multi-Academies Trust in Sussex, we are a close-knit family of schools committed to achieving ambitions, delivering excellence, and nurturing potential. Sponsored by the esteemed University of Brighton, we provide high-quality learning experiences for our pupils.

Our success is a result of the dedication and expertise of our staff and central teams, creating vibrant places of learning that ignite curiosity and foster a lifelong love of education. Together, we aim to inspire our children and staff to flourish and achieve their best.

At the heart of everything we do are our pupils. We believe that learning should be exciting, engaging, and fun – an adventure where curiosity is celebrated, and creativity is encouraged. We strive to create an environment where each child feels inspired and supported, enabling them to discover their unique talents and interests.

Commitment to safeguarding

The University of Brighton Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check. This role is considered exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013, 2020 and 2023. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

Georges River Council has an exciting opportunity for a Team Leader Library Research and Community History to join our team, based in Hurstville.
The research and Community History team is responsible for the delivery of a community history service for internal and external customers that is innovative, informative, and effective, and the management of the Local Studies collection and archive. 
About the Role
As a team leader within our Cultural Engagement & Library Services Business Unit, you will contribute to the efficient and effective operations of Georges River Libraries, delivering high-quality, customer-focused services, research, programs and collections. 
In this role you will combine your research and local studies expertise with your leadership skills to lead and mentor your team in the delivery of research services and the collection and preservation of the community history of the Georges River area. You will also



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Let’s Do It

We are looking for a dynamic, senior, strategic leader to become our Head of Service for Mental Health, Learning Disability and Autism as part of the expansion of our senior leadership team. Building on solid foundations you will lead, and further develop, adult social work practice in these specialist areas within the borough. You will ensure that residents accessing services receive effective, timely assessment and interventions. You will be responsible for ensuring Adult Social Care meets their statutory duties to those in need of our support whilst applying person centred and best value principles. With a commitment to multi-disciplinary working to you will be working in partnership with colleagues across the health and social care landscape and be a key member of Adult Social Care’s passionate and committed senior leadership team.

The postholder will have demonstrable experience of stakeholder and partnership engagement alongside a proven track record of delivering service transformation. We are looking for a qualified social worker who can support our workforce to deliver strengths based, outcome focussed practice in social work whilst influencing and delivering transformation and departmental performance at a senior strategic level through innovation, assurance and service development. Alongside your strategic capability you must have experience of managing and supporting social work delivery in one or more of these specialist fields and a strong, working knowledge base of the legislation informing social work practice.

Bury Adult Social Care takes a whole system approach to improving outcomes for adults and older people with Bury’s Let’s Do It strategy at the heart of all we do.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the adult social care team, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with relevant legislation and regulations.
• Oversee the delivery of high-quality services, ensuring that the needs of service users are met effectively and efficiently.
• Collaborate with external partners, stakeholders, and agencies to enhance service delivery and promote best practices.
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of adult social care services, identifying areas for improvement and implement necessary changes.
• Manage budgets and resources effectively, ensuring financial sustainability and value for money.
• Support the Senior Management Team in translating strategic leadership into tangible outcomes within Adults Services and across the wider organisation.
• Represent the organisation at meetings, conferences, and events, advocating for the needs and interests of adults in our care.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Proven experience in a senior leadership role within adult social care or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, and best practices in adult social care.
• Excellent leadership and management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and resources effectively.
• A commitment to continuous improvement and a passion for delivering high-quality services.

About Bury
The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare or children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment may be subject to a satisfactory disclosure at the appropriate level under the Disclosure and Barring Service.
In line with safer recruitment, please ensure that your application/CV covers your full employment history and there is a reason noted for any gaps in employment. Successful candidates will be asked to provide relevant references for the past ten years and character references will not be accepted.

As a Corporate Parent, ensure that the work and services you deliver considers our care experienced young people, promotes their life chances empowers them to influence the policies, services, and decisions that affect them, champions their rights, and ensure they grow up in the best possible way

Benefits of working for Bury Council
To hear about the benefits for working with Bury Council, please visit A good employer | greater jobs
We support employees to work with agility, where appropriate for the post and service requirements.
We are committed to Bury being an equal society that recognises values and embraces all people, regardless of any difference, for the skills, abilities and experiences they bring into the workforce and the wider community. Therefore we guarantee an interview for disabled people, looked after children/ care leavers, armed forces personnel (including reservists and veterans) and carers of adults or disabled children if they meet the essential criteria.

To discuss the role further please contact Sue Massel, Assistant Director Adult Social Care Operations, email: s.m.massel@bury.gov.uk tel: 07458031423

Closing Date: 21st October 2024

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Your new company
This well known manufacturing business based in Suffolk are looking for an experienced Training Manager, to own and implement the site training plan.
Your new role
As the site Training lead you will build, maintain and implement a site training strategy for the business, maintaining the training records ensuring they are compliant and audit ready. You will utilise the NVolve learning management system to ensure it is utilised to maximum functionality. You will oversee site induction processes ensuring materials are kept up to date with new legislation as required by law, working closely with Health & Safety to ensure best practice.
You will conduct Train the Trainer courses where necessary, overseeing the on-the-line training instructors to ensure compliance to company standards, be fully involved with pre-audit preparations and represent the training department in any audits as requested.
. What you'll need to succeed
Ideally, you will hold a Diploma/Degree in L&D or training, coupled with Train the Trainer or PETALS qualification. You will have experience in managing and developing a team, and have gained experience in a manufacturing environment (Food), knowledge of BRC and ethical audit requirements. Strong IT skills, health & safety legislation, food safety knowledge are all desirable.
What you'll get in return
An attractive salary, with benefits including 25+8 days holiday, staff discounts, pension, sick pay and more.
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What skills and experience we're looking for

We currently have a vacancy for a highly motivated Deputy Headteacher to join our Senior Leadership Team to drive forwards improvement across the school. We are looking for a candidate with:

• Strong behaviour management skills especially around putting policy into practise.
• A passion for inclusion especially for children with SEND and those from under-resourced backgrounds.
• Exceptional curriculum knowledge with a flair for adaptive curriculum design, teaching and learning.

What the school offers its staff

At Combs Ford Primary School we aim for a modern and world-class curriculum rooted in our local community that inspires and challenges all of our children and prepares them for the future. If you are looking for a school that enables children to become successful learners, confident individuals and responsible citizens then this is the place for you.

School staff have a close working relationship with each other – they say it’s a great place to work and they feel valued. We offer you the opportunity to develop all aspects of your practice, with the support of the leadership team, Governors and our highly skilled staff.

Combs Ford Primary School is a member of the Children’s Endeavour Trust – a Multi Academy Trust currently formed of eight schools located in Ipswich and Stowmarket. The MAT was established in 2019 and is responsible for approximately 3000 pupils. We work closely with the other schools within the MAT to achieve excellence through collaboration.

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.

Please refer to the job description attached. If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.

About The Role
Brief Description

OCS are currently recruiting for a 'Head of Learning & Development' to lead our Talent, Learning, Performance and Early Careers strategy within the UK & Ireland region.

Reporting directly to the 'Director of Resourcing & Talent Management' you will be responsible for designing, implementing and over-seeing comprehensive programmes focused around colleague development, talent management, enhancing colleague skills and building our leadership culture across the organisation.

Brief description of the role and responsibilities

OCS are currently recruiting for a 'Head of Learning & Development' to lead our Talent, Learning, Performance and Early Careers strategy within the UK & Ireland region.

Reporting directly to the 'Director of Resourcing & Talent Management' you will be responsible for designing, implementing and over-seeing comprehensive programmes focused around colleague development, talent management, enhancing colleague skills and building our leadership culture across the organisation.

Main duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Operational tasks

• Collaborating across the business to define and refine the learning development & early careers strategy, ensuring this is well aligned to the OCS organisational strategy.
• Identifying emerging trends and best practices in learning and development, early careers and leadership development to inform strategic decision making.
• Building and evolving the overall leadership development offer, ensuring our leaders are equipped with the capabilities needed for now and in the future.
• Developing and implementing high impact learning programmes and development initiatives catering to all employee levels and skill requirements.
• Ensuring seamless delivery of programs and services / in person workshops.
• Ownership of the OCS Learning Management System (OCS Academy) and the digital learning experience for colleagues.
• Monitoring KPIs and metrics to assess the effectiveness and impact of learning initiatives, and making data driven improvements.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and industry standards in all learning and development activities.
• Leading the senior leadership succession planning approach and personal development plan initiatives for all colleagues.
• Overseeing the design and execution of early careers programmes including work experience placements, graduate schemes and working closely with the apprenticeship team towards achieving strategic objectives.
• Leading a team of Learning SMEs, ensuring resources are aligned to areas of strategic need (circa 4-5 colleagues)

Experience and Qualifications

• A track record of defining, designing and delivery in the L&D roles at senior management level.
• Good understanding of Talent Management processes, including succession planning, career development frameworks and internal mobility strategies.
• Passion for Diversity and Inclusion, understanding the importance of reflecting this in our learning offer.
• Commercial awareness, able to build relevant, accessible programmes relevant for the business.
• Innovative and change-driven, with a broad external network & knowledge of best external practise in other leading organisations.
• An expert relationship builder, able to build credible relationships with all levels of the organisation.
• Strong influencing, networking and collaboration skills.
• Strong understanding of Early Careers pathways.
• Understanding & experience of working an operational, service based business as well as a unionised environment is desirable but not essential.
• Proficiency in learning management systems (LMS) and e-learning platforms.
• Detail focused and analytical, with strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Comfortable operating in a divisional organisation and delivering through others as part of a shared vision.
• A high performing, target driven individual who is passionate about delivering an outstanding colleague experience.

Hours and Environment

National coverage / Itinerant.

Core working hours for this position are from 09:00 until 17:30, Monday to Friday. However, flexibility will be expected regarding hours of work to suit the needs of the business and team due to diverse nature of works undertaken.

About The Company
OCS UK & Ireland, part of the OCS Group, is a leading facilities management company providing a range of both standalone and integrated services including cleaning, catering, security, technical services, energy management and compliance, front of house, landscaping, logistics, waste management and pest control services. The company has a turnover of £1.5bn and operates across the UK and Ireland with 50,000 colleagues delivering innovative award-winning services to the private and public sectors and supporting the local communities in which it operates.

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Are you an innovative Headteacher committed to improving the lives of pupils and young people?

We are looking for a Headteacher for our New Options School in Stratford St Mary, Suffolk. The school will have capacity for 72 pupils and is due to open in Easter 2025. We're recruiting for a Headteacher to help set up and grow our new school from January 2025.

Up to £70,000 per annum, depending on experience (not pro rata)
37.5 hours per week; Monday to Friday
Term Time only
Permanent
Our new Options School will be a day school catering for pupils aged 5 to 11 with complex educational needs, communication difficulties and challenging behaviour primarily with a diagnosis of ASD. We provide a therapeutic, supportive and inclusive learning environment where our young people learn to accept responsibility for their actions, make positive decisions and display pro-social behaviour. We are committed to raising achievement and enabling pupils to recognise their potential and supporting them through a personalised, engaging curriculum. Our priority is to develop the foundation knowledge and skills required to make a manageable and smooth transition to the next life stage.

About the role

As a Headteacher, you will promote a relentless focus on high quality, creative learning, delivering our pupils educational needs, maximising pupil achievement, and their ability to develop.

As Headteacher you will have an infrastructure of support from central services for Finance, Resourcing, HR and IT including a network of supportive Headteachers from other schools alongside central school improvement support.

Key Responsibilities:

Outstanding outcomes for Pupils and Young People that are a reflection of their needs, abilities and aptitudes.
A safe environment that protects the welfare of Pupils and Young People and staff in the school.
Meeting all statutory requirements as defined by the DfE, Ofsted and other external bodies and achieving the highest inspection ratings possible.
​A motivated staff group that is fully engaged in the goal of achieving excellence in all areas of school life and who are committed to continuing personal and professional development.
The commercial success of the school as defined by 100% occupancy, the rigorous management of costs and the development and implementation of growth plans as appropriate.
Effective strategic and operational planning, that includes self-evaluation, school improvement and delivery.
A shared vision, that fits within the overall Options Autism strategy, which inspires and motivates students, staff and all other members of the school community.
Essential Criteria:

At least three years’ experience as a senior leader in either mainstream or special educational needs schools
Qualified Teacher Status or Equivalent
Willingness to extend personal and professional development
Ability to lead and provide a clear vision
Appreciation and understanding that leadership and management of school encompasses processes contributing to pupil outcomes, staff motivation, keeping pupils safe, filling the school with pupils, managing costs, meeting regulatory requirements and applying growth plans as appropriate
Please see job description for more details and information.

To learn more about Outcomes First Group, Acorn Education and Care and Options Autism please visit our website for more information: https://www.outcomesfirstgroup.co.uk/

Why join Options Autism?

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:

Life Assurance
Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
“Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks
And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:

A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
Cycle to Work Schemes
Electric Car Purchase Scheme
Critical illness cover
And that’s not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy.

We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.

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