Total 67 Education / Training job vacancies in Dartford, DA2 8DA

1:1 Teaching Assistant

Position: 1:1 Teaching Assistant
Location: Speke, Liverpool
Hours: Full-Time or part time job share applicants accepted.
Contract Type: Supply and Long-Term

About the Role:

Randstad Education is seeking a dedicated and compassionate 1:1 Teaching Assistant to provide personalised support to a child with additional needs in a primary school. In this role, you'll work closely with the classroom teacher, ensuring the pupil can actively participate in learning activities and achieve their full potential. This is a highly rewarding position where you'll have the chance to make a real impact on a child's educational experience.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with long-term job opportunities.
• Professional development and ongoing support from Randstad Education.
• A chance to make a meaningful difference in a child's education.

Key Responsibilities:

• Offer 1:1 support to a child with specific learning needs, adjusting lessons and tasks to their individual abilities.
• Assist with daily classroom activities, ensuring the child remains engaged and supported.
• Provide behaviour management and emotional support as needed.
• Collaborate with the class teacher and SENCO to implement tailored learning strategies.
• Maintain detailed progress records and communicate regularly with staff and parents.

Requirements:

• Experience working with children, particularly in a 1:1 or SEN support role, is highly valued.
• Patience, empathy, and excellent communication skills.
• A flexible and positive approach, with a passion for helping young learners thrive.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting child welfare.

How to Apply:

If you're enthusiastic about supporting children's learning and want to contribute to a nurturing school environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Randstad Education is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting child welfare. An enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references will be required for this role.

Start making a difference today as a 1:1 Teaching Assistant-apply now!

Call 0151 255 1666, email elle.fagan-edwards@randstad.co.uk or click apply.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Further to the Person Specification, our ideal candidate to join the iExel Education Trust Family will:

• Be a Team Player
• Have the desire to upskill and support both our learners and our colleagues
• Possess excellent organisational skills and have an eye for detail
• Have the ability to remain calm under pressure
• Have exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Have a warm, approachable manner

What the school offers its staff

We are able to offer you:

• A forward-thinking Trust which has a proven track record of establishing outstanding schools and teams
• A Trust which continually has their vision of transforming the lives and communities of those it serves at the heart of every decision
• A Trust with a successful track record of upskilling and promoting within
• An excellent CPD programme
• An opportunity to join a School and Trust community with a family culture.

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.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are keen to hear from you if you are:

• an excellent classroom practitioner
• committed to raising achievement and transforming learning
• well-organised, proactive and able to work effectively as part of a team
• excited at the prospect of teaching bright, hard-working students

What the school offers its staff

We can offer you:

• the opportunity to inspire highly able and well-motivated students to fulfil and exceed their potential
• a dynamic and supportive working environment
• a well-established Induction Programme
• opportunities for professional development

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.

What skills and experience we're looking for

The Hearing Impaired Specialist Resource Provision (SRP) at the Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy have been offering support to Hearing Impaired children for over 20 years working primarily with an aural/oral approach, with sign support for some children. We are highly successful and skilled at what we do and now have a rare opportunity to appoint a qualified Teacher of the Deaf to join our provision. We are looking for a dynamic and proactive Teacher of the Deaf to join our forward thinking school. This is a fantastic time to join us; the academy has gone from strength to strength and to continue with its development, we are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated teacher to join our team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching deaf and hearing impaired students in one-to-one work, in small groups, mainstream lessons and in many other aspects of academy life, whilst encouraging students you work closely with to become independent learners. They will also facilitate personal, social and intellectual development of those with hearing loss. This role would suit an experienced teacher of the deaf with relevant hearing impairment qualifications. The successful candidate will join an established hearing Impairment team, offering specialist resource provision to those with hearing impairment within a large SEND department. We would welcome applications from those who are qualified hearing impairment specialists and hold British Sign Language level two or above.

This is a full-time, Maternity Cover contract for 1 academic year offering MPS/UPS, based on experience + London Fringe Allowance + SEN 1 Allowance (£2,675).

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Working with us at Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy: Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy (formerly The Leigh Academy)is a secondary school at the heart of the community and our small school model ensures that each and every student gets the personal support and challenge they need to reach their full potential. Overall the academy is a dynamic and exciting place to work and the fantastic leadership team are committed to making it a great place to work for staff at all stages of their career. Our award winning building and facilities are modern, light and airy and the open learning terraces and classrooms built around a daylit winter garden give the academy a unique and special character.The purpose built academy has the most up-to-date, technologically advanced facilities available. It is divided into four Colleges each containing 400 students aged 11-18 taught by their own staff. Our dedicated and energetic staff make a real difference to the lives of our students. We believe that these smaller schools within the Academy develop deeper relationships and lay stronger foundations for learning which underpin outstanding achievement.The principles that have taken us on our exciting journey remain: namely, a passion for learning; a commitment to trying new ways to inspire and motivate young minds; and a dedication to helping each student fulfil their potential by encouraging them to explore all that life has to offer. Everyone who visits us is impressed by our students, the working atmosphere, the sheer sense of enjoyment in the learning process and the strong focus on achievement.Pleaseclick hereto view our website and learn more about Sir GeoffreyLeigh Academy (formerly The Leigh Academy).

What the school offers its staff

Being part of Leigh Academies Trust: As of 1st September2024, our Trust comprises 33geographically organised academies (17secondaries, 14 primaries and 2 special) educating more than 24,000 students and employing 4,000 talented staff. Nearly 40% of our academies are judged outstanding overall by Ofsted, versus 15% nationally. The Trust is establishing three ‘clusters’ of academies: LAT West; LAT Central; LAT North. In addition, the Trust is responsible for one of the region’s biggest initial teaching training organisations, a large teaching school hub and is an accredited apprenticeship provider.

As part of Leigh Academies Trust, you will have ample opportunity to collaborate with your peers both within the academy and across the whole Trust. This is an important part of our vision as we know through experience that we perform better when we work together. You are supported to undertake regular self-development to continue your professional development and hopefully progress further within the organisation.

Our commitment to safeguarding: Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates - you can read more about this in our Recruitment Guidance. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Our commitment to equality and diversity: As a Trust, we are passionate about diversity and recognise that as individuals, we all bring something unique to the role regardless of any protected characteristics which is why we treat all of our people equally, without compromise. We are committed to providing equality and fairness throughout our recruitment and employment practices and not discriminating on any grounds.

Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, Leigh Academies Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy sooner than the specified closing date. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.

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.

What skills and experience we're looking for

To strengthen the Languages faculty even further, we are seeking to appoint a talented and inspiring Teacher of MFL who will join us from January 2025. You will be joining a friendly, professional and very successful team who are passionate about their subject and committed to academic excellence. The successful candidate will have the ability to deliver Spanish and French. Applications from Early Career Teachers (ECTs)are welcome as are applications from more experienced teachers; we can offer a fantastic range of professional development opportunities within the academy and across the wider Trust.

Our successful candidate will be an enthusiastic Spanish/French specialist with the ability to teach across KS3 and KS4 with a range of abilities. You must be passionate about language and have excellent subject knowledge - if this sounds like you, apply today!

This is a full-time,fixed-term role for 1 academic year offering MPS/UPS based on experience + London Fringe Allowance

What the school offers its staff

As an IB World School, promotion of international mindedness and development of language acquisition is extremely important to the school community. You would be joining a well established, highly successful, innovative and passionate team, who are committed to excellence. The Academy regularly runs trips abroad and also takes opportunities to increase the cultural capital and motivation of students, through inviting outside speakers to the Academy, arranging for plays to be performed in the target language, developing strong links with our partner school in Spain and pursuing the International School's Award.

Note that whilst the position is offered on a maternity cover basis initially of up to one year, every effort will be made to offer a substantive position thereafter, either at Wilmington Academy or within the wider family of academies across Leigh Academies Trust. The central Recruitment Team will keep in touch with you throughout your contract to discuss options available to you.

Further details about the role

Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, Leigh Academies Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy sooner than the specified closing date. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.

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.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Wilmington Academy has an exciting opportunity to appoint an excellent Teacher of Business Studies and Enterprise to join us from January 2025.

Our ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic Business specialist who is passionate about Business and has excellent subject knowledge. You will be joining a dynamic and innovative department who are highly collaborative and share ideas.

This teaching role is receptive to experienced practitioners with the knowledge and experience to teach across KS4/5 and also Early Career Teachers (ECTs)who are looking for their first teaching position as we can offer a bespoke professional development programme tailored to you not only within the academy but across the wider Trust.

The basis of this role is permanent and offering MPS/UPS based on experience + London Fringe Allowance.

What the school offers its staff

We are a strong and very stable faculty and we celebrate success year on year across the Key Stage 4 and 5 academic and vocational courses that we deliver so you will need to be an experienced practitioner with the knowledge and experience to teach across KS4/5 and a range of abilities. The examination outcomes and value-added are outstanding - this is achieved through expert subject knowledge and teaching, as well as our teamwork

Further details about the role

Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, Leigh Academies Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy sooner than the specified closing date. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.

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.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you an enthusiastic, inspiring teacher who can bring English to life and create a nurturing learning environment, within which everyone can reach their full potential? If so, join Wilmington Academy in the role of Teacher of English and you will be part of a highly successful, vibrant, experienced, supportive department.

The English Department at Wilmington Academy is currently seeking a full-time teacher of English. Wilmington Academy has recently been judged ‘Outstanding’ in a recent Ofsted visit in which a ‘deep-dive’ was conducted in the English Department. The English Department is an extremely established department where collegiality and collaboration is at the forefront of all we do. As a team, we are experienced and ambitious, especially when it comes to the continuous development of our curriculum, which we are very proud of. We strive to provide a nurturing and inclusive environment where students can develop their skills, cultivate their creativity, and build meaningful relationships. The ideal candidate will be experienced, driven and passionate. We are seeking a Teacher of English who is not only knowledgeable in their subject matter but also committed to building strong relationships with students, colleagues, and parents. Collaboration is a core value in both our school, and our department.

This is a full-time, permanent position starting in January 2025 (or earlier dependant on the successful candidate's availability) and the salary offered is MPS/UPS based on experience + London Fringe Allowance.

What the school offers its staff

The Academy is very successful, rated by OfSTED as Outstanding in all areas, where students from a wide variety of backgrounds and starting points can flourish and succeed. The IB philosophy is at the heart of the curriculum and is carefully designed to meet the needs and aspirations of all our young people. We have an extensive programme of enrichment and support that provides extra opportunities for personal development and growth and students are encouraged to contribute to their wider community. We are housed in state of the art buildings in a semi-rural location just outside of Dartford. Wilmington offers a calm and purposeful learning environment where students are thoughtful, polite and respectful.

In September 2017 we became an International Baccalaureate World School and offer the IB Career-related Programme in key stage 5. In July 2020 we were successfully authorised to deliver the IB Middle Years Programme in Key Stage 3, to ensure we provide our students with a truly world class education. Value added puts it in the top band for similar schools nationally in Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5 and examination outcomes are among the best of non-selective schools in Kent.

Academic excellence, hard work and good manners are expected of all our students. International- mindedness, cultural understanding and an appreciation of the benefits diversity can bring are at the heart of what we believe. Our success is achieved through teamwork. Subject teams work closely together to share resources and ideas to achieve the very best outcomes for our students. We support the Trust model of small schools within a school, so that no student is left behind. Vertical tutor groups, an excellent pastoral programme underpinned by a strong moral purpose, helps students to develop into responsible, well-educated young adults who are ready to take their next steps in life. A large proportion of our students go on to University and high level apprenticeships.

We aim for excellence in everything we do and have received recognition at regional and national level for our work. We are forward thinking and outward facing, constantly striving to advance and improve. We are very supportive and offer excellent training and development opportunities for staff at the various stages of their careers. We are a friendly, caring and ambitious community placing the academic progress and welfare of our students at the heart of everything we do. We work closely with Leigh Academies Trust, external partners and organisations to ensure we provide the educational experience our students need to make their way in an increasingly complex and ever changing world.

Further details about the role

Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, Leigh Academies Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy sooner than the specified closing date. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.

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.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Wilmington Academy has an exciting opportunity to appoint an excellent Teacher of Business Studies and Enterprise to join us from January 2025.

Our ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic Business specialist who is passionate about Business and has excellent subject knowledge. You will be joining a dynamic and innovative department who are highly collaborative and share ideas.

This teaching role is receptive to experienced practitioners with the knowledge and experience to teach across KS4/5 and also Early Career Teachers (ECTs)who are looking for their first teaching position as we can offer a bespoke professional development programme tailored to you not only within the academy but across the wider Trust.

The basis of this role is permanent and offering MPS/UPS based on experience + London Fringe Allowance.

What the school offers its staff

We are a strong and very stable faculty and we celebrate success year on year across the Key Stage 4 and 5 academic and vocational courses that we deliver so you will need to be an experienced practitioner with the knowledge and experience to teach across KS4/5 and a range of abilities. The examination outcomes and value-added are outstanding - this is achieved through expert subject knowledge and teaching, as well as our teamwork

Further details about the role

Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, Leigh Academies Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy sooner than the specified closing date. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.

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.

We are looking for a highly motivated Medical Education Fellow to join our dynamic medical education team.

The role will allow the opportunity to develop teaching skills, extend knowledge of educational theory and undertake educational research. It will suit an individual who has an interest in medical education and educational research and there may be an opportunity to participate in one day of clinical work a week and to join the OOH rota following discussion with the Director of Medical Education.

The level will be ST4+ or equivalent. The Medical Education Fellow, as well as being responsible to the DME will also be supported by a dedicated team of medical education officers.

This is a very exciting time and an excellent opportunity for a doctor who is looking to develop their teaching skills in a supportive environment.

You will have access study leave and a budget which will allow you to attend courses related to your post.
The postholder will be an integral member of the educational faculty at Oxleas and will have the opportunity to observe and contribute to all aspects of the undergraduate and postgraduate programmes (including teaching medical students in various locations across the Trust) and gaining an understanding of the structure and governance within medical education.
You will assist the Director of Medical Education in the planning and delivery of medical student inductions, faculty development programmes, and other undergraduate and postgraduate educational activities. You will also support the DME with the Trainees interested in Medical Education (TiMEd) Scheme of the Trust and faculty facing courses such as the intensive clinical supervisors’ course and the ‘Teaching for Doctors’ workshop.
Additionally, the postholder will be expected to plan and deliver regular teaching sessions to various medical learner groups within Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust.
Furthermore, the postholder will be expected to deliver weekly tutorials to our Year 4 Medical Students as well as act as educational supervisor for up to four of these students.
At Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust, we offer a wide range of NHS healthcare services to people living in South-East London and to people in prison across England. Our wide array of services includes community health care, such as district nursing and speech and language therapy, care for people with learning disabilities and mental health such as psychiatry, nursing and therapies.

Oxleas is a great place to work. It has been recognised as one of the Top 10 Best Places to Work 2023 by the Sunday Times amongst very big employers. Our staff survey results show that we are in the Top 5 in England and the highest in London for staff experience amongst similar trusts.

“We are always delighted to welcome new colleagues to the Oxleas family. We care about making Oxleas a great place to work - it’s a big priority in our strategy. Come and join us - it’s a place where our values, teamwork, equity, and wellbeing matter and where you can really help to improve people’s lives.”

Ify Okocha - Chief Executive
• To support the Director of Medical Education and the Trust Undergraduate Lead
• To work with the Medical Education Team (Undergraduate and Postgraduate)
• To develop, document and support structures for the delivery of high quality educational programmes
• To evaluate and improve educational programmes
• To be a Educational Supervisor for year four medical students
• To facilitate medical student reflective practice groups
• To be a year 4 medical student tutor
• To conduct and disseminate original educational research

The postholder will have the opportunity to take part in a range of educational research activities, centred on the training of undergraduate medical students but may include other groups of medical learners. These options are aligned with existing research activity and include (but are not confined to) the evaluation of existing teaching programmes within the department. The postholder will be supported to generate publishable outputs, including conference presentations and publications in peer reviewed medical and educational journals.
• To contribute to the completion of existing educational projects through description, data analysis or dissemination
• To support and develop internal collaborations in education.
• To support the the Director of Medical Education and the Trust Undergraduate Lead with external, collaborations, and deputising at local and national meetings
• To understand and support curriculum design and development

Examples include the undergraduate GKT School of Medical Education psychiatry curriculum.
• To develop a range of educational materials: website content, interactive platforms,webinars, medical education Apps, e-learning modules, written materials or handbooks

Examples might include continued review and development of the undergraduate psychiatry e-learning
• To produce high-standard materials for written examinations and OSCE stations
• To take part on medical school examinations and admissions assessments
• To develop schemes and materials to inform school students about careers in psychiatry


This advert closes on Monday 11 Nov 2024

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To support the Director of Medical Education and the Trust Undergraduate Lead To work with the Medical Education Team (Undergraduate and Postgraduate) To develop, document and support structures for the delivery of high quality educational programmes To evaluate and improve educational programmes To be a Educational Supervisor for year four medical students To facilitate medical student reflective practice groups To be a year 4 medical student tutor To conduct and disseminate original educational research The postholder will have the opportunity to take part in a range of educational research activities, centred on the training of undergraduate medical students but may include other groups of medical learners. These options are aligned with existing research activity and include (but are not confined to) the evaluation of existing teaching programmes within the department. The postholder will be supported to generate publishable outputs, including conference presentations and publications in peer reviewed medical and educational journals. To contribute to the completion of existing educational projects through description, data analysis or dissemination To support and develop internal collaborations in education. To support the the Director of Medical Education and the Trust Undergraduate Lead with external, collaborations, and deputising at local and national meetings To understand and support curriculum design and development Examples include the undergraduate GKT School of Medical Education psychiatry curriculum. To develop a range of educational materials: website content, interactive platforms,webinars, medical education Apps, e-learning modules, written materials or handbooks Examples might include continued review and development of the undergraduate psychiatry e-learning To produce high-standard materials for written examinations and OSCE stations To take part on medical school examinations and admissions assessments To develop schemes and materials to inform school students about careers in psychiatry

What skills and experience we're looking for

Temple Hill Primary Academy are looking to recruit a SEN Teaching Assistant to join their outstanding team

This role will be 8.30am - 3.30pm5 days per week, 32.5 hpw, 38 weeks per year

£23,333 full time equivalent, pro rata salary £17,332.97. Additional payments may be made depending on the level of need the pupils have.

At Temple Hill Primary Academy we call Teaching Assistants ‘Associate Teachers’ because we recognise your importance; you are more than an assistant, you are a teacher too. Never underestimate how an AT can change a child’s life.

What is our school like?

• ‘Out the box’ thinking
• Friendly feel, staff are open with a sense of trust and community
• Diverse supportive workforce with freedom to express yourself

Skills required:

• Highly experienced TAs or those who have never done the job before but are willing to train and can learn quickly
• Good standard of Maths & English- a willingness to cover a class
• Positive team players who are resilient, adaptable and understanding should apply

We have 900 pupils from Nursery to Year 6 with a Specialist Resource Provision for children with Speech & Language needs (SLCN). We offer a short-term Nurture placement for children with Social, Emotional, Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties. 29% of children have special needs and 40% of children receive Pupil Premium funding. We pride ourselves on the high-quality provision we offer to all children especially those in vulnerable groups.

We are the school to work at because we are unique. Children come first whatever their background or their differing needs. We value our staff, we care, we understand. We will support and encourage you to be the best version of yourself. #WeAreTempleHill

The Golden Thread Alliance is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and therefore is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure. In line with KCSIE guidance, paragraph 220, all candidates who are shortlisted will be subject to an online search. This search is not part of the shortlisting process itself and all shortlisted candidates will have the opportunity to address any issues of concern resulting from the search.

Two references are also required prior to commencement of employment.

Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

What the school offers its staff

Our staff benefits package includes:

• Commitment to your ongoing Continued Professional Development
• Two family days
• Half-day Christmas Shopping Leave
• Access to Local Government Pension scheme/Teachers’ Pensions
• Eyecare vouchers through Specsavers
• Annual Flu Jab offer for all staff
• Employee Assistance Programme to support your wellbeing

Commitment to safeguarding

The Golden Thread Alliance is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and therefore is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure. In line with KCSIE guidance, paragraph 220, all candidates who are shortlisted will be subject to an online search. All shortlisted candidates will have the opportunity to address any issues of concern resulting from the search.

Join Our Team as a Teaching Assistant/ Learning Support Assistant in Dartford & Gravesham, Kent!

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) or Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges? We are seeking dedicated individuals to join our inclusive school community.

Role Overview:
- Position: Teaching Assistant/ Learning Support Assistant
- Location: Dartford & Gravesham, Kent
- Start Date: Immediate, pending registration completion
- Contract: Full-time, 5 days a week
- Pay: £85 to £110 per day (dependent on experience, school, and location)
- Contract Type: Long-term temporary with potential for permanent placement

Requirements:
- Must have or be willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS check
- Experience in educational settings is essential
- Experience working with SEN and/or SEMH students is desired

Responsibilities Include:
- Supporting the learning and development of students in the classroom
- Assisting with individual education plans and behavioural management strategies
- Collaborating with teachers and SENCO to create inclusive learning environments
- Providing pastoral care and emotional support to students
- Engaging students in educational activities and promoting independence

Why Choose Us?
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in students' lives
- Supportive team environment with professional development opportunities
- Potential for career progression and permanent placement

Apply Today: If you are dedicated, compassionate, and ready to contribute to an inclusive educational setting, we want to hear from you! Take the next step in your career by sending your CV. Join us in shaping futures and fostering a supportive learning environment for all students.

Together, we can inspire and empower every student to achieve their full potential!

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
- All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

Are you an ambitious, motivated, and excellent Teacher of Geography looking for a career-defining opportunity? We are seeking a passionate Geography Teacher to join a mixed school who believes that every child has the potential to be a successful learner, whatever their background, ability, interests or talents. They are committed to demonstrating this belief to our students, ensuring their success.
Multiple opportunities for a skilled Geography Teacher are available at a well-regarded secondary school in Kent with a start date of Janaury 2025. Hays Education, a leading provider with exclusive partnerships with secondary schools in North Kent, Maidstone, Tunbridge wells and Ashford, is assisting several schools in enhancing their Geography department. We are actively seeking experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs) interested in embarking on a rewarding new journey with the potential for growth and exciting challenges.

Tunbridge Wells, officially known as Royal Tunbridge Wells, is a charming small town nestled in the heart of Kent, often referred to as the "Garden of England." Surrounded by rolling hills and striking landscapes, Tunbridge Wells offers scenic beauty that captivates residents and visitors. The town's transport links are excellent, with regular train services to London Charing Cross within an hour and 40 minutes to London Gatwick, meaning you can jet off on weekend breaks and half-terms. If you crave fresh sea air, the train station also connects to Brighton and other charming towns. Education excellence is another highlight, with outstanding primary and secondary schools, including three grammar schools. The quality of life is exceptional, with stunning green spaces, low crime rates, and a vibrant cultural scene. Tunbridge Wells has a rich history and, in summary, this regal haven combines natural beauty, education, and a high quality of life.

Role and Responsibilities:
*To plan, develop and deliver high quality lessons using a variety of approaches, to continually enhance teaching and learning
*To monitor student progress, keeping student records that include assessment outcomes and targets set at regular intervals in line with Academy policy, to enable all students to achieve their full potential.
*Contribute to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare and personal care of children and young people with regard to Every Child Matters agenda and Area Child Protection Procedures.
*Ensure continuity, progression and cohesiveness in all teaching.
*Set homework regularly, (in accordance with the Academy homework policy), to consolidate and extend learning and encourage students to take responsibility for their own learning
*Track student progress, monitoring achievement against targets set, and take appropriate action on student outcomes.
*Be a role model to students through personal presentation and professional conduct.

Requirements:
*Bachelor's degree in Geography or any other related field.
*Teaching certification or relevant teaching qualifications.
*Proven experience in teaching Geography at the secondary or higher education level.
*Strong knowledge of geographical theories, tools, and technologies.
*Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Benefits:
* Membership of a generous pension scheme

• Teacher/Support Staff Pension contribution.
• Free Flu Vaccinations.
• Employee Assistant Programme via Health Assure.
• Free Eye Tests.
• Mentoring and high-level training
• Trust wide focus on wellbeing including respite weeks and breakfast
• Subsidised staff meals
• Free, secure car parking

*Travel Vouchers and Benefits: 3 x £100 vouchers given each term and a variety of discount codes and cash-backs.**
*Hays Training Hub: Access to over 80,000 training courses including training pop-up centres. *
*Your own Dedicated Secondary Consultant


Application Process:

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Are you an ambitious, motivated, and excellent Teacher of Modern Foreign Language (MFL)- French or Spanish looking for a career-defining opportunity? We are seeking a passionate MFL Teacher to join a mixed school whose approach to school improvement is based on a combination of CPD, capacity building and collaboration, with a relentless focus on teaching and pupil progress, in order to effect rapid and sustained improvements in outcomes for young people.

Multiple opportunities for a skilled MFL Teacher are available at a well-regarded secondary school in Kent with a start date of January 2025. Hays Education, a leading provider with exclusive partnerships with secondary schools in North Kent, Bromley and Bexley, with assisting several schools in enhancing their MFL department. We are actively seeking experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs) interested in embarking on a rewarding new journey with the potential for growth and exciting challenges.

Role and Responsibilities:
*To plan, develop and deliver high quality lessons using a variety of approaches, to continually enhance teaching and learning
*To monitor student progress, keeping student records that include assessment outcomes and targets set at regular intervals in line with Academy policy, to enable all students to achieve their full potential.
*Contribute to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare and personal care of children and young people with regard to Every Child Matters agenda and Area Child Protection Procedures.
*Ensure continuity, progression and cohesiveness in all teaching.
*Set homework regularly, (in accordance with the Academy homework policy), to consolidate and extend learning and encourage students to take responsibility for their own learning
*Track student progress, monitoring achievement against targets set, and take appropriate action on student outcomes.
*Be a role model to students through personal presentation and professional conduct.

Requirements:
*Bachelor's degree in MFL or any other related field.
*Teaching certification or relevant teaching qualifications.
*Proven experience in teaching MFL at the secondary or higher education level.
*Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Benefits:

• *Excellent on-site facilities;
• Excellent CPD programme;
• Being part of a highly successful trust;
• Employee Assistance Programme;
• Cycle to Work Scheme;
• Kent Rewards Scheme - access to local and national retail discounts;
• Employee Referral Recruitment incentive

*Travel Vouchers and Benefits: 3 x £100 vouchers given each term and a variety of discount codes and cash-backs.**
*Hays Training Hub: Access to over 80,000 training courses including training pop-up centres. *
*Your own Dedicated Secondary Consultant

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What skills and experience we're looking for

The Hearing Impaired Specialist Resource Provision (SRP) at the Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy have been offering support to Hearing Impaired children for over 20 years working primarily with an aural/oral approach, with sign support for some children. We are highly successful and skilled at what we do and now have a rare opportunity to appoint a qualified Teacher of the Deaf to join our provision. We are looking for a dynamic and proactive Teacher of the Deaf to join our forward thinking school. This is a fantastic time to join us; the academy has gone from strength to strength and to continue with its development, we are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated teacher to join our team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching deaf and hearing impaired students in one-to-one work, in small groups, mainstream lessons and in many other aspects of academy life, whilst encouraging students you work closely with to become independent learners. They will also facilitate personal, social and intellectual development of those with hearing loss. This role would suit an experienced teacher of the deaf with relevant hearing impairment qualifications. The successful candidate will join an established hearing Impairment team, offering specialist resource provision to those with hearing impairment within a large SEND department. We would welcome applications from those who are qualified hearing impairment specialists and hold British Sign Language level two or above.

This is a full-time, Maternity Cover contract for 1 academic year offering MPS/UPS, based on experience + London Fringe Allowance + SEN 1 Allowance (£2,675).

Do you know a greatTeacherwho would like to hear about opportunities with Leigh Academies Trust? If so, make a referral today for the chance to receive£100as a 'thank you'. Simply complete the referral form byclicking here.T&C's apply.

Working with us at Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy: Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy (formerly The Leigh Academy)is a secondary school at the heart of the community and our small school model ensures that each and every student gets the personal support and challenge they need to reach their full potential. Overall the academy is a dynamic and exciting place to work and the fantastic leadership team are committed to making it a great place to work for staff at all stages of their career. Our award winning building and facilities are modern, light and airy and the open learning terraces and classrooms built around a daylit winter garden give the academy a unique and special character.The purpose built academy has the most up-to-date, technologically advanced facilities available. It is divided into four Colleges each containing 400 students aged 11-18 taught by their own staff. Our dedicated and energetic staff make a real difference to the lives of our students. We believe that these smaller schools within the Academy develop deeper relationships and lay stronger foundations for learning which underpin outstanding achievement.The principles that have taken us on our exciting journey remain: namely, a passion for learning; a commitment to trying new ways to inspire and motivate young minds; and a dedication to helping each student fulfil their potential by encouraging them to explore all that life has to offer. Everyone who visits us is impressed by our students, the working atmosphere, the sheer sense of enjoyment in the learning process and the strong focus on achievement.Pleaseclick hereto view our website and learn more about Sir GeoffreyLeigh Academy (formerly The Leigh Academy).

What the school offers its staff

Being part of Leigh Academies Trust: As of 1st September2024, our Trust comprises 33geographically organised academies (17secondaries, 14 primaries and 2 special) educating more than 24,000 students and employing 4,000 talented staff. Nearly 40% of our academies are judged outstanding overall by Ofsted, versus 15% nationally. The Trust is establishing three ‘clusters’ of academies: LAT West; LAT Central; LAT North. In addition, the Trust is responsible for one of the region’s biggest initial teaching training organisations, a large teaching school hub and is an accredited apprenticeship provider.

As part of Leigh Academies Trust, you will have ample opportunity to collaborate with your peers both within the academy and across the whole Trust. This is an important part of our vision as we know through experience that we perform better when we work together. You are supported to undertake regular self-development to continue your professional development and hopefully progress further within the organisation.

Our commitment to safeguarding: Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates - you can read more about this in our Recruitment Guidance. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Our commitment to equality and diversity: As a Trust, we are passionate about diversity and recognise that as individuals, we all bring something unique to the role regardless of any protected characteristics which is why we treat all of our people equally, without compromise. We are committed to providing equality and fairness throughout our recruitment and employment practices and not discriminating on any grounds.

Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, Leigh Academies Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy sooner than the specified closing date. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.

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.