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IT Technician
A Secondary School in Coventry is seeking an IT Technician for a full-time, permanent role starting ASAP.
The school is looking to appoint a reliable and enthusiastic IT technician to join their friendly team. The IT Technician will provide first-line technical support to both students and staff. Alongside the IT Manager, the IT Technician will support the maintenance and operation of the school's IT provision to ensure an efficient, high-quality service.
About the SchoolThis 'Good' Ofsted-rated Secondary School aims to equip students to live life to the fullest by providing excellent, inclusive education. They offer a broad and ambitious curriculum designed to help all students flourish academically and achieve their potential.
Responsibilities

• Ensure dedicated ICT areas are ready for use each day and are in good working order.
• Regularly check hardware and report any faults.
• Adhere to IT policies, including those related to safeguarding and internet usage.
• Assist with the installation and maintenance of hardware and software.
• Update virus protection programs.
• Assist with the maintenance of the school's software security systems.
• Maintain the school's hardware database.
• Maintain the school's network printers.
• Support and maintain interactive whiteboards and projectors throughout the school.
• Proactively assist staff in solving IT problems and liaise with the IT Manager and external agencies/companies as necessary.

Requirements

• Good academic qualifications.
• A solid understanding of IT systems and a willingness to further develop.
• Comfort with using Microsoft operating systems.
• Good interpersonal skills and enjoyment of working with others.
• A strong work ethic and the ability to work independently.
• Good problem-solving skills and logical thinking.

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As a Supervisory IT Specialist (APPSW), you will:

• Exercise delegated authority to oversee the overall planning, direction, and timely execution of a major program segment (development, delivery, and support of business applications and solutions).
• Establish program goals and objectives and develop and approve multi-year and long-range work plans and policies, as well as manage the overall work to enhance achievement of the Branch's goals and objectives.
• Represent the Branch and the Division on IT program initiatives, committees, and study efforts pertaining to assigned program area, services, and operations; and, provide liaison and pertinent information to internal and external stakeholders.

Starting at $122,198 Per Year (GS 14)

As an IT Specialist (APPSW), you will:

• Serve as the technical expert and authority for the Cross Servicing IT program.
• Interpret new legislation, directives, and/or executive orders to understand impact on the organization and develop new policies and procedures impacting all DDM stakeholders.
• Modify collections workflow, develop new program strategies and system standards, establish new system criteria, asses policy needs, and write new policies and procedures to govern the complex Cross Servicing activities.

Starting at $122,198 Per Year (GS 14)

Support Worker –

Town Greylees Sleaford £11.57ph

Typical Shifts are Mon-Sun 7.30am-2.30pm - 2.30pm-9.30pm plus sleep In

Join Voyage Care and Feel Valued, we reward your dedication with:
• Enhanced evening and weekend pay at an additional 50p per hour (Ts & Cs apply)
• Premium overtime rates at an additional £1 per hour (Ts & Cs apply)
• Wagestream – giving you the flexibility to draw upon up to 40% of your pay, as it is earned.
• Funded Blue Light Card – hundreds of discounts at high street retailers etc.
• 24/7/365 doctor line for our colleagues and their families
• Access to cash plans for our colleagues, which also covers their families
• Enhanced retirement leave
• Long service awards

We’re on the hunt for genuinely caring, hands-on Support Workers with a passion for enhancing the quality of life of the people we support. As a support worker with us you'll be helping people to gain more independence in their daily lives, whilst working within a dynamic team to support a fantastic group of people!

Our residential service Byards Keep in Greylees Sleaford is a welcoming and friendly environment and you can be sure that no two days will be the same! You’ll be enhancing the lives of the people we support by teaching them new life skills, assisting with personal care, encouraging them to access their local communities, socialising and doing lots of activities. One day you could be out with the people we support in the community, the next you could be unwinding with them playing video games, watching films or going to the cinema.

This is an amazing role for someone who is looking to really make a difference to someone's life and to help them grow in confidence and independence so that they meet their goals, whether this be making dinner by themselves or going on holiday.

We’re interested in our Support Workers having both the right experience and the right values. This is why at this service our Support Workers should be resilient, flexible and composed in their approach, have experience with following Positive Behaviour Support plans and reflective practice as well as experience working with individuals with autism, acquired brain injury, complex individuals with mental health needs, traumatic backgrounds and challenging behaviours.

Why choose us?
We embrace people’s differences and encourage you to Be You, and so long as you’ve got the passion to make someone’s life better, we can give you all the skills and development opportunities you need to build a great career.
We encourage our staff to Grow Together through our excellent training programme, starting at induction and following you through your career, with opportunity for promotion and progression as well as job security in a sector leading organisation.
We have a fantastic range of benefits for our staff and we offer sector leading career progression, so don't hesitate to apply today and make a real difference to the lives of the people we're supporting!
All applicants and subsequent job offers will be subject to satisfactory DBS checks and references.

Can you provide care and support in a professional and friendly way with patience and reliability to help our Clients “Live their life, their way”? PerCurra has multiple opportunities in northamptonshire and Rutland for Care Assistants to join the team. You will join us on a full time or part time basis and you will receive an hourly rate of £12.50 - £13.50 – depending on relevant qualifications. A UK Driving Licence and your own car is essential. Mileage will be re-embursed from 2nd client. Be part of making lives better as a Support Worker in Northamptonshire and Rutland counties and experience what delivering great healthcare should feel like. You’ll be looked after, with a fulfilling career where you’re valued, recognised, and supported, with colleagues there for you and a culture built on kindness and teamwork.
There’s also a range of training and development options available to help you achieve your career aspirations, allowing you to grow and succeed as a Support Worker and beyond.
Use your knowledge, experience, and caring nature to make a positive difference to the lives of people needing care in our community.
This is an exciting opportunity for a Community Care Assistant to join an organisation making a real difference in people’s lives.

Various contracted hour shifts available (to suit your lifestyle)
28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays
Flexible Additional Holiday Purchase Scheme
Full induction programme to Care Certificate Standards
Dedicated learning & development programmes.
We provide FREE online training to achieve qualification in Social Care.
Access to a wide range of free online courses for all staff on a variety of topics
DBS check paid by Percurra prior to starting with us.
About the Role

Looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference in people's lives? Join our team as a care assistant! As a Care Assistant, you'll provide support and companionship to clients in their homes. Every day is different, every client is different and you might be responsible for tasks such as:

• Light house keeping
• Preparing and cooking meals
• Supporting with social activities such as shopping, going for walks
• Assisting with medication
• Personal care
We have a comprehensive induction and training programme to provide you with the skills and training necessary to complete the role, and your community mentor will be there to support you every step of the way.


About You

If you are looking for a genuinely rewarding career with a company that really cares and you have the following personal attributes, then apply today:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to develop strong working relationships.
• A kind and caring nature, a serious commitment to work and a desire to work in an organisation where you can make a real difference.

Benefits

We value our team members and offer a fantastic benefits package, including:

• Job stability in a growing sector that's always in demand.
• Competitive salary of £12 per hour plus mileage at 40p.
• Paid Health and Wellbeing plan.
• 24/7 employee assistance programme.
• Generous Refer-A-Friend Bonus.
• Seasonal prize giveaways and employee incentive schemes.
• Career development opportunities.
• Flexible full-time or part-time contracts to suit your personal circumstances.

We are pleased to announce we have an exciting opportunity here at Potens for Support Worker.
What we’ll give you:
We will ensure you are rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:
• £11.90 per hour.
• Full time 35.5 hours. Shifts will be between the hours of 8am and 8pm. 2 week rolling rota.
• Working alternate weekends.
• An extra day paid holiday for your Birthday.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Confidential, supportive Employee Assistance Programme, accessible 24/7.
• Paid comprehensive learning and development opportunities so we can invest in your future – including internal leadership competency sessions and recognised qualifications (level 2 to level 5 NVQ in Health & Social Care).
• You can complete your care certificate with us.
• Access to attractive and exclusive employee benefits including savings on shopping, leisure, and household expenses.
• A generous referral scheme.
Oakleigh Lodge is a residential care home in Dudley providing support and care for adults with learning disabilities and autism.
What you’ll be doing:
• All aspects of personal care, feeding, cooking, some cleaning and key working.
• You will be required to operate hoists.
• Supporting with activities and interests both within the service and out in the community.
• Epilepsy training will be given.
• Providing person-centered care.
Who you are:
• Experience of 1 year minimum working within the care industry is essential.
• Experience of working with learning disabilities would be preferred but not essential.
• You have the ability and passion to support our residents with high quality personal care and support their needs and will provide person-centered care.
• Diploma 2 and above qualification in Health & Social Care would be preferable or you will be willing to undertake it.
Who we are:
We are a national provider of health, social and education services with over 35 years’ experience. Our employees are the driving force behind the fantastic care and support being delivered to hundreds of adults and children across the UK. Our teams are purposeful, positive, and progressive. They work hard to empower the people we support to have a voice, achieve their goals, and change their lives. We are always looking for committed, pro-active and passionate people to join us and create even more opportunities for the people we support. Join our team and have the satisfaction of knowing you’ve changed someone’s life and, in return for your hard work and passion we can give you real meaning and purpose in your work.
Safeguarding
Potens is committed to safeguarding and promotes the welfare of the people we support throughout our facilities. All applicants will be subject to robust pre-employment checks prior to appointment; including but not exhaustive; enhanced DBS, and a minimum of two satisfactory references. Our checks will be service and role specific and can be discussed pre application if required. To view our policy on recruitment of ex-offenders please see full details Potens-Recruitment-Ex-Offenders-Policy.doc (live.com)
Diversity
We champion diversity, and we understand the importance of our teams representing the communities and people we support. Here at Potens, you’ll find an inclusive environment where you can be yourself and where everyone is driven by the same purpose – helping people live independently, healthier, happier lives and doing our part to make a better working environment where all feel welcome and supported.

Support Worker – Ruddington - £11.45ph

Typical Shifts are: Days 08:00-20:00.

Join Voyage Care and Feel Valued, we reward your dedication with:

• Enhanced evening and weekend pay at an additional 50p per hour (Ts & Cs apply)
• Premium overtime rates at an additional £1 per hour (Ts & Cs apply)
• Wagestream – giving you the flexibility to draw upon up to 40% of your pay, as it is earned.
• Funded Blue Light Card – hundreds of discounts at high street retailers etc.
• 24/7/365 doctor line for our colleagues and their families
• Access to cash plans for our colleagues, which also covers their families
• Enhanced retirement leave
• Long service awards

We’re on the hunt for genuinely caring, hands-on Support Workers with a passion for enhancing the quality of life of the people we support. As a support worker with us you'll be helping people to gain more independence in their daily lives, whilst working within a dynamic team to support a fantastic group of people!
Our Woodley House residential service in Ruddington is a welcoming and friendly environment and you can be sure that no two days will be the same! You’ll be enhancing the lives of the people we support by teaching them new life skills, assisting with personal care, encouraging them to access their local communities, socialising and doing lots of activities. We support up to 18 adults with autism, learning disabilities, Angelman’s syndrome, Down Syndrome and mental health needs. The service is split into three purpose-built properties. The main house has a quiet room, a sensory room and a grand staircase, which has recently been modernised to provide greater accessibility for residents. All ground floor bedrooms also have wet rooms – perfect for those with reduced mobility. The bungalow has five bedrooms, each with an en-suite bathroom. All three properties are linked via a
beautiful courtyard. Every Wednesday, the team host a ‘Café Dance’ so all residents can socialise, dance and enjoy food and drink together.

This is an amazing role for someone who is looking to really make a difference to someone's life and to help them grow in confidence and independence so that they meet their goals, whether this be making dinner by themselves or going on holiday.

Why choose us?
You don’t need to have experience to be a fantastic Support Worker, what you need is a passion for enhancing the quality of life for the people we support, a desire to learn and a genuine caring attitude. At this service our Support Workers should be resilient, flexible and composed in their approach.
We embrace people’s differences and encourage you to Be You, and so long as you’ve got the passion to make someone’s life better, we can give you all the skills and development opportunities you need to build a great career.

We encourage our staff to Grow Together through our excellent training programme, starting at induction and following you through your career, with opportunity for promotion and progression as well as job security in a sector leading organisation.

We have a fantastic range of benefits for our staff and we offer sector leading career progression, so don't hesitate to apply today and make a real difference to the lives of the people we're supporting!

All applicants and subsequent job offers will be subject to satisfactory DBS checks and references.

1. Operational Management: The HUB: Take full responsibility and accountability of the HUB and all operations Ensure all operational tasks are carried out efficiently and effectively during the shift. Oversee the smooth functioning of all processes and procedures within the HUB. Address any operational issues promptly and take necessary actions to resolve them. Be part of the on-call rota to be on call as required by the Company Service Contracts: Supervise the completion of service contracts to ensure compliance with terms and conditions. Verify that services provided align with the defined scope, duration, and pricing. Confirm authorisation of services as per contractual agreements to ensure correct billing Customer Service: Utilize monitoring tools to assess the quality and efficiency of calls. Provide constructive feedback to team members to enhance performance and customer service. Offer coaching sessions to develop skills and address areas needing improvement. Management: Ensure adherence to HUB policies, procedures, and protocols. Ensure team compliance with clinical guidelines and best practices. Address any deviations from established standards and provide guidance for correction. Schedule shifts and allocate tasks efficiently to ensure optimal coverage. Monitor attendance and address any issues or gaps promptly. Generate and analyse performance reports to identify trends and areas for improvement. 2. Leadership Provide support and guidance to the team: Offer assistance to team members dealing with complex or challenging calls and services. Handle escalated calls and complaints with professionalism and empathy. Serve as a resource for the team, providing guidance and solutions as needed. Coordinate with other team leaders and stakeholders: Maintain open communication with other leaders and managers to ensure alignment of goals and strategies. Collaborate with stakeholders to streamline service delivery and resolve issues efficiently. Foster a culture of collaboration and teamwork across departments. Improvement and Innovation: Proactively seek out areas for improvement in the HUB processes and systems. Implement innovative solutions to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Encourage team members to contribute ideas and participate in improvement initiatives. Conduct regular team meetings and training sessions: Organise regular team meetings to disseminate information, updates, and feedback. Provide training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge relevant to the job. Cultivate a positive and collaborative team culture that promotes learning and growth. 3. Mental Health Act Management Monitor, review, provide guidance and direction as to the legal status of patients who are subject to the Mental Health Act 1983, Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS - new legislation pending) and ensure that they are detained or treated in accordance with the law and the code of practice in all new and ongoing services in Secure Transport and Complex Care Provide guidance and information to support to patients, relatives, carers, and staff on the rights and safeguards of the act, such as consent to treatment, appeals, advocacy, and complaints. Liaise with external agencies and professionals, such as Approved Mental Health Professionals to ensure lawful detention and conveyance. Maintain accurate and confidential records of the legal status and treatment of patients Keep up to date with the changes and developments in the legislation, policy, and practice related to the Mental Health Act 1983, Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS - new legislation pending) and the Code of Practice. Participate in training and supervision, and contribute to the development and improvement of the mental health act knowledge and training

The primary purpose of this position is to perform numerous tasks which are dissimilar in kind, but which have in common the purpose of assisting the work of one or more persons in an organization. The incumbent is responsible for aiding with a variety of problems and inquiries which are received in person, telephonically, or by referral from other secretaries, receptionists or support staff in the Executive Suite. He/she drafts correspondence, such as routine official correspondence, social and personal acknowledgments, congratulatory letters, and routine office reports. He/she is responsible for performing typing on a computer keyboard wherein the work requires competitive level proficiency in typing as well as knowledge of office software systems. Other duties include, but are not limited to:

Data Collection and Tracking Support

• Performs work involving the collection, compilation, and/or tracking of data and statistical information.
• Functions as the service timecard coordinator ensuring timely submission of all timecards for final approval.
• As Lead Timekeeper, correctly posts and tracks time and attendance for service employees and contractors following all training and guidance provided by Payroll Department and Supervisor.
• Maintains organized records to support timecard entries, maintains records of leave and attendance.
• Provides reports to supervisor as required regarding leave usage and completeness of subsidiary records.
• Maintains information needed for budget purposes.

Mail, Correspondence and Reports

• Receives and controls incoming correspondence.
• Processes incoming and outgoing materials such as correspondence, reports, and mail routing, memorandum, and other forms of written communication.
• Prepares manuscripts, grant proposals, statistical reports, tables, and charts using knowledge of scientific medical and/or other technical terms.
• Evaluates data collection forms and coordinates incoming data from a variety of sources.
• Researches, prepares, and reviews documents, reports, and/or applications for omissions and inconsistencies, and ensures data entry is complete and accurate.

Maintaining Appointments, Calendars and Schedules

• Schedules appointments, coordinates meetings, schedules conferences and reserves rooms for meetings.
• Researches and provides background on subject matter of meetings without direction.
• Attendings meetings, prepares meeting minutes, and follows up on action items with the appropriate staff independently.
• Incumbent will work closely with the Chiefs' BMS in the scheduling and planning of the Chiefs' calendars to schedule committee responsibilities, public engagements and occasionally assists patients with issues as a Service Line Advocates (SLA).
• Coordinates and prepares all the Chiefs' travel arrangements and accommodations. Schedules service meetings takes minutes and tracks action items.

Work Schedule: 8:00am until 4:30pm Monday through Friday (Work schedule may chance based on agency needs)
Telework: Not Authorized
Virtual: This is not a virtual position
Position Description/PD#: Administrative Support Assistant/521-10660-0
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS):Not Authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not Required

Starting at $49,482 Per Year (GS 7)

What skills and experience we're looking for

St Joseph's is a two form entry school in Sutton Coldfield. The governors are looking to appoint an enthusiastic inclusion assistant to support pupils individually and in small groups who are finding it difficult to access learning independently.

The successful candidate will:

• Be supportive of our Catholic ethos.
• Provide academic, pastoral and behavioural support to individual pupils and/or small groups.
• Be a good communicator and team player.
• Be able to build good relationships with pupils.
• Be committed to supporting pupils with additional needs.
• Be committed to inclusion for all pupils.
• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of all children.

Our school is a very supportive and fulfilling place to work and informal visits to the school are most welcome. Please contact the school office to make an appointment to visit.

What the school offers its staff

The St John Paul II Multi Academy is a highly successful Catholic Multi Academy encompassing seven Primary Schools and two Secondary Schools. Our schools are based in Sutton Coldfield, Erdington and Aston.

The ethos of St John Paul II Multi Academy is Catholic and was founded by the Catholic Church to provide education for children of Catholic families. As a Catholic multi academy, we aim to provide a Catholic education for all our pupils. As a Catholic multi academy, Catholic doctrine and practice permeate every aspect of every one of our school’s activities. It is essential that the Catholic character of the school’s education be fully supported by all staff within the multi academy. We therefore hope that all staff will give their full, unreserved and positive support for the aims and ethos of the St John Paul II Multi Academy.

Further details about the role

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role. St John Paul II Multi Academy is an Equal Opportunities employer. The Multi Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its children and staff and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A DBS check is required for all successful applicants. An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and you will have the opportunity to discuss any issues of concern that may arise from this search at the interview.

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

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for a dedicated individual to provide tailored support to our pupils. You will be committed to making a positive difference to young people’s lives and in supporting and developing their learning. Your intervention will help enable an outstanding learning environment for our young people, providing the support they need to succeed.

The successful candidate will be a committed team player with excellent organisational and technical skills. You will have the ability to effectively support learning and teaching, and to develop relationships across our school and the Star community.

You will have:

• NVQ Level 2 Teaching Assistant or equivalent.
• Experience of working with children with SEND.
• Experience of contributing to development, monitoring and review of Individual Education Plans.
• The ability to maintain positive relationships with pupils and other adults.
• The ability to work with pupils on a one to one, small groups and whole class.

What the school offers its staff

The Olive School, Birmingham is a Muslim faith-based, primary school for 4 to 11 year olds, which welcomes pupils from all faiths and none. We opened in Sparkhill in 2016 and, like all Star schools, we have a leadership specialism. We were graded as 'Outstanding' in all areas by Ofsted during our first inspection in June 2019.

We have an exemplary reputation for excellence in every aspect of school life. We provide a knowledge-based academic curriculum alongside a rich and diverse leadership programme that grows character and inspires charitable and social action. Our pursuit of educational excellence is based upon our fundamental belief that every pupil has the capacity to become a successful and inspirational leader.

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.

About the company

Family-owned Kingsley Healthcare is a UK top 20 ranked care home group (carehome.co.uk) employing 2,000-plus staff and supporting 1,400 residents.

We have a sector-leading 4.7 Glassdoor rating and are proud to be a Real Living Wage employer. Furthermore, we are proud to have been ranked Number 1 in the UK for work wellbeing in recruiter Indeed’s Better Work Awards 2023. A true testament to Kingsley’s caring ethos.

As a Support Worker, you will be working as part of a focused team in maintaining the personal care needs of our residents, respecting their dignity and promoting their independence at all times. You will also ensure that our care services are of a consistently high standard and help in caring for our residents, and undertake other general day-to-day activities in our home.

Reports to: Nurse/Senior Support Worker



This role could be for you if you have;

- A caring and patient nature.
- Excellent communication skills.
- The ability to work well under pressure.
- Previous experience as a carer is preferred, but not essential.



What will you get from the role?

You will have the satisfaction of working with and being supported by an enthusiastic and caring team that puts people at the heart of the business. We know the happiness of our staff improves the service we give our residents. You will have plenty of opportunities to learn and develop your skills, and we have the procedures and processes to help you at every step.

At OFG, we work smarter so you can spend more time doing what makes you happy!

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!

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant

Location: The Wenlock School, Dudley, West Midlands

Salary: £20,906.25 per annum

Hours: 37.5 hours per week; Monday 08:15 - 16:30, Tuesday - Friday 08:15 - 15:45

Contract: Permanent, Term Time only

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

As part of our continued growth, we now have a fantastic opportunity for a Learning Support Assistant to join our close-knit team at The Wenlock School located in Dudley, West Midlands.

About the role

The Learning Support Assistant will work specifically with individual pupils who are placed at the school, requiring 1:1 staff support. They may experience multiple social, emotional and learning challenges, related behaviours ranges from speech and sound disorder, disordered expressive language skills, delayed understanding of language, concentration and attention difficulties, challenging behaviour and work avoidance behaviours. This role is predominantly education based but will also have a wider remit including supporting families, carers and the wider community. This role will also involve close working partnerships with all relevant agencies that support the young person including Social Workers, Speech and Language Therapy Service, Social Communication Disorder Assessment Service, Early Intervention Team and an Educational Psychologist. Work may sometimes be undertaken outside the main teaching area. To share the school’s responsibility to support and promote the learning, personal development and well-being of all pupils.

General Responsibilities

The post holder will:

Safeguard and promote the welfare of pupils and young people;
Work in accordance with professional practice, statutory and legal requirements and the policies of The Wenlock School;
Take on specific tasks related to the day to day administration and organisation of the school;
Take responsibility for specific areas of work which will be reviewed annually then negotiated and agreed within the performance management cycle and school improvement process;
Take on any additional responsibilities which might from time to time be determined.
Required

Experience working with SEND school
About us

The Wenlock School opened in September 2018. We are a co-educational day school catering for pupils aged 7-18 with a range of complex needs including a range of social, emotional and mental health needs and also pupils who have been diagnosed with autism or demonstrate behaviours associated with autism.

You will contribute to making The Wenlock School an Outstanding provision and a leading light for our young people and their families. The uniqueness of every pupil is recognised and valued at The Wenlock School and our curriculum embraces the community, from which it exists, recognising and celebrating the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our growing cohort. Through our curriculum, we develop the essential knowledge, skills and understanding, which are the building blocks for later life.

Our curriculum encompasses not only the formal requirements of the National Curriculum, but goes beyond the experiences of the classroom to ensure that our pupils are exposed to the richest and most varied opportunities that we can provide. Our aim is to enrich every pupil's school experience by creating an environment where they are encouraged to succeed and be the best they can be. We provide a therapeutic, supportive and inclusive learning environment and are committed to raising achievement and enabling pupils to recognise their potential.

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 Acorn Education?

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 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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What skills and experience we're looking for

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for an outstanding teacher with a proven track record of success and raising pupil outcomes. As a Star teacher, you’ll join the Star Academies family, a high-performing and supportive network of primary and secondary schools with some of the best teachers in education.

The successful candidate will have the ability to deliver quality teaching that drives achievement and inspires a love of learning. You will be able to demonstrate experience of achieving positive outcomes for pupils, as well as being passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people. As a committed team player, you will have excellent organisational skills and the natural ability to motivate both pupils and peers.

You will have:

• A degree-level qualification and Qualified Teacher Status.
• The ability to teach to GCSE standard.
• Experience of sustained delivery of outstanding attainment and achievement.
• Experience of innovation and creativity to engage, enthuse and progress learners.

What the school offers its staff

Eden Girls’ School, Coventry is a Muslim faith-based secondary school for 11 to 18 year old girls, which welcomes pupils from all faiths and none. We opened in 2014 and, like all Star schools, we have a leadership specialism. We are extremely proud to be one of the highest performing schools in the country, with the 3rdbest Progress 8 score nationally for our 2019GCSE results. We were graded as ‘Outstanding’ in all areas by Ofsted during our first inspection in July 2017.

We have an exemplary reputation for excellence in every aspect of school life. We provide a knowledge-based academic curriculum alongside a rich and diverse leadership programme that grows character and inspires charitable and social action. Our pursuit of educational excellence is based upon our fundamental belief that every pupil has the capacity to become a successful and inspirational leader.

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.

The management of effective administrative services across the Division ensuring the highest level of customer service is provided and relevant systems, processes and procedures are being undertaken efficiently and effectively, by auditing administrative services. The continuous review of Divisional wide administrative services using customer and other relevant feedback, subsequently planning, and making changes as appropriate. Preparing timely and appropriate reports for the Service Manager and the Group Service Manager on a monthly basis and/or as required. The day-to-day management of relevant budgets as delegated by the Group Service Manager. Ensuring that education and training for administrative staff is undertaken, as appropriate, in accordance with Trust policies and procedures.