Total 3,132 job vacancies in Bridgwater, Somerset, TA5 1TP

What skills and experience we're looking for

At West Somerset College we aim to provide a rich and varied education for all of our students. We believe that ensuring students realise their full potential depends upon a continuous drive for excellence by our staff.

We are looking for an additional Assistant Head of Year to work within the Student Support Team managing the behaviour, welfare and academic achievement of students within a designated group of pupils.

The ideal candidate will have experience with working with young people and have a proven track record of success. They will provide support for students, teachers, and the Academy to raise standards of achievement for all students.

You will support staff, students and the academy policies and strategies. You will also provide support for students’ welfare and support the inclusion of students in all aspects of Academy life.

Closing date for applications: Midnight, Friday 6th December 2024.

What the school offers its staff

We believe in hiring for potential and this means that we value individuals for the knowledge skills and experience that they have developed in every aspect of their lives. If you don’t feel that you meet all of the criteria listed in the person specification, we would still encourage you to apply.

We care about our staff and provide a number of benefits in addition to salary including a positive and supportive working environment, employer pension contribution of at least 23%, generous annual leave entitlement for all-year round staff, on-site gyms, free parking, access to a retail discounts platform and Employee Assistance Programme. Helping you achieve a good work life balance is important to us. Lots of our colleagues work flexibly including part time hours and/or job shares and we are happy to discuss these opportunities with you.

We truly believe that diversity of thought, culture, background and perspective secure the best outcomes for our students. We strive to build teams that represent our local communities and welcome applications from individuals who identify as members of an under-represented group and in particular individuals who identify as BAME, disabled or LGBT. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment. Our mission is that all children achieve. A criminal disclosure check will be requested for any applicant who is offered a position.

Commitment to safeguarding

West Somerset College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment. Our mission is that all children achieve. A criminal disclosure check will be requested for any applicant who is offered a position.

Please see attached Job Description & Person Specification for further details of duties and responsibilities.

For a full list of duties and responsibilities, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

VolkerHighways is a market leader in the delivery of highways and street lighting term maintenance contracts. We build strong collaborative relationships with our clients to drive improvements and efficiency in all our activities.

We have the capability to deliver major surfacing and public realm infrastructure projects. Our specialist in-house traffic management division provides expert advice and support across the industry, whilst assisting with our own, in-house contracts.

We have a great opportunity for a Supervisor to join our Street Lighting team in Somerset, based out of our depot in Bridgwater. The successful candidate will be responsible for Supervision of the lighting installation and maintenance contract, co-ordinating teams of both directly employed and subcontract labour. They will ensure that operational and financial targets and deadlines are met and that the works and services are implemented in accordance with the contract requirements.

About you

• Supervisory Experience
• Understanding of cost and value
• Understanding of programming
• Computer literacy
• Sufficient Electrical and Technical knowledge
• Understanding of Highways Sector Scheme and HEA requirements
• Management techniques
• Ability to use initiative, confident
• Discretion and confidentiality
• Solid Electrical and Technical site experience
• Good standard of English

If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us.

Why work with us?

VolkerHighways is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure.

By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerHighways are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients.

We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees.

We offer a range of benefits, including:

• Competitive salary
• Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
• Private medical care
• Pension
• Life Assurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
• Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training
• Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits
• Employee Assistance programme
• Mental health, physical health, and financial support
• 24/7 Virtual GP service

Fairness, inclusion and respect

We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive.

If you need support with your application, please contact us at

Additional information

Note for Recruitment Agencies:

Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release.

We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed

VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.

• Salary: £37,500 - £43,000 + £2,000 after one year + ongoing bonus of up to 10%
• Hours: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm, Part-Time Available
• Hybrid

Are you a qualified Paramedic in need of better work-life balance? Do you want regular hours so you can make the most of life? If so, we can offer you a Functional Assessor role that comes with 9 to 5 hours and true hybrid working - plus the chance to make the most of your medical skills. Could you be a Functional Assessor? Read on to find out.

The role

As a Functional Assessor, your main task will be to assess individuals and how their disabilities or conditions affect their work life. Drawing on your clinical expertise, you'll listen carefully and take down each person's medical history before performing a physical examination. You'll then produce concise, accurate reports for the Department of Work & Pensions (DWP) so they can decide each person's eligibility for benefits.

The role involves meeting people both face-to-face and via telephone/video. But whether you connect online or in person, you'll be sensitive, compassionate and able to ask the right questions while upholding best practice standards.

Rest assured that you'll have the time you need to make a precise assessment and give each person your whole attention. And while you'll work unsupervised, you'll be part of a wider multi-disciplinary team - support is all part of the package.

Once you apply, one of our specialist sjb medical recruiters will support you through the virtual application submission process. Please note that you must be committed to working at least three days per week for the part-time role.

About you

• An HCPC Registered Paramedic with a minimum of 12 months' post-registration experience within the past five years.
• Experience of working with adults in a range of clinical situations.
• Continuous Professional Development present on your CV.
• Great oral and written communication skills, with the ability to negotiate and respond to a rapidly changing environment.
• IT skills and experience of using a range of software
• Self-aware and focused on professional development
• Honest and able to maintain integrity and customer confidentiality
• Motivated to contribute to quality customer service, demonstrating empathy, respect and sensitivity in assessment delivery.
• Able to work on your own initiative to meet deadlines and standards.
• Ready to work as a reliable and efficient team member and willing to support the multi-disciplinary team.
• Are eligible to work in the UK. (Unfortunately, sponsorship is not possible.)

Benefits:

• A competitive salary.
• £1,000 after six months & £1,000 after 12 months (if approved).
• Quality-related bonus of up to 10% once approved and eligible.
• 25 days of annual leave + BH with option to buy additional days or sell back.
• Annual registration fees paid.
• A comprehensive training programme.
• Full IT equipment provided for remote working
• Regular 1-2-1 reviews with your manager.
• Up to 6% employer matched pension contribution.
• Access to a huge range of discounts and exclusive deals such as Merlin Attractions, Mobile Phone discounts, Cinema discounts, Leisure, and Hospitality discounts.
• Wellbeing, care and support - i.e. Room to talk (counselling), peer support, wellbeing webinars, a Wisdom Wellbeing app and more.

Training

You can look forward to four days of dedicated CPD per year, 1:1 clinical coaching with a dedicated coach and communities of practice. There'll also be the opportunity to undertake professional and personal development with a wide range of training and coaching to expand your capabilities. Other development opportunities include internal promotion and the chance to be part of a global network of healthcare professionals and work in various sectors. This is where it starts: apply now and take the first step.

Why SJB Medical

We are the longest-standing recruitment agency for DWP assessor contractors and pride ourselves on the support we give our healthcare candidates throughout the whole recruitment process. We believe that a diverse workforce adds to the success of our clients and as such, are committed to maintaining and supporting a culture of equality and diversity throughout our recruitment process.

Job applicants will receive equal and fair treatment, regardless of sex, race, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or marital status. Our job advertisements will clearly and accurately state the requirements of the role to enable applicants to assess their suitability. To give everyone a fair experience, we will review and consider reasonable adjustments and accommodations during the recruitment process.

Teaching Assistant Year 4

Start date: asap

Location: Somerset

Contract: Fixed term

Working Pattern: Full-time

Your new school:

With the new academic year upon us, this Bristol primary school is looking for a Teaching Assistant to join their team in the forthcoming month. This school is very friendly and priorities its students' learning and emotional wellbeing. This school, based in TA8, is committed to providing nurturing and stimulating children to learn. It is well recommended by parents and received extremely high reviews too. This role will be in the classroom with the Year 4 teacher, working closely to assist these children in reaching their full potential. This school is on a public bus route and has a car park on site.

Your new role:

This Year 4 Teaching Assistant role requires you to be strong-willed and firm, also helpful towards those young people that you will be mentoring. This school is seeking a passionate and dedicated individual to support the class. Previous experience assisting with Maths and English is desirable for this position as you will be leading smaller group interventions and helping children in the class who are struggling with the equipment. This role is testing. Nevertheless, it is rewarding to see how you are making an impact on these children.

Requirements to succeed in your new role:

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification
• Two working references from your most recent jobs that apply relevance to the position
• Previous experience with KS2 children is desirable

What you'll get in return from Hays:

• Dedicated teaching assistant consultancy with a member of our qualified team
• Long-term work partnered with a supportive agency
• Our Hays app-easy to use with training built in

If you are interested in this position, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this particular job isn't best suited for you, but you are on the look for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion of your career and your future prospects.

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Job Title: Teaching Assistant – Level 2 (Grade C) - Cedar Centre
Contract: Permanent – Full time (37 hours per week) term time only, plus 5 inset days
Salary: Grade C - £27,964 - £30,146. Actual starting salary £23,945
Start: As soon as possible
What are we looking for:
Monkton Wood Academy are looking for a Teaching Assistant – Grade C to assist in the educational, personal and social development of designated students under the direction and guidance of relevant colleagues (e.g. the Principal, SENCo and/or INCo, phase leaders and class teachers.) 
This role will support students within the Cedar Centre by adopting relevant, developed strategies and techniques, acquired through specialist knowledge/ experience, to enable them to access the curriculum, engage with their learning and achieve their full potential.  Provide specialist support and expertise in one or more areas (e.g. an aspect of the curriculum, age range or additional needs) in order to deliver measurable impact on student attainment as well as social and emotional well-being. Provide cover for groups and classes as required and in line with relevant development and/ or experience. Work collaboratively with relevant colleagues to fulfil the requirements of the role. Support, advise, coach and/ or monitor less experienced staff as required.
About the Cabot Learning Federation:
The Cabot Learning Federation is a diverse Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) in the South West. We are proud to serve 18,000+ pupils who all attend ten secondary academies, thirteen primary academies, an all through provision, a studio school, a discrete Post 16 provision, two alternative provision schools and three SEMH special schools.
CLF is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The trust is proud to serve a diverse student population and their communities. We actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
We are proud to be part of diverse communities in the region and celebrate the richness of cultures, faiths and backgrounds of our students. We aim to develop a curriculum that is responsive to our pupil’s needs and reflects their diverse interests and backgrounds.
How to Apply:The job description and person specification can be found on the CLF careers website. Please submit your application form via the CLF recruitment portal by clicking ‘Apply’ on this page and then logging into your account/registering for an account. CV’s will not be accepted and any submitted will not be considered alongside your application.
Please note updates regarding an application, which could include an invite to interview, will be sent to the email address used when registering an account. Copies of all correspondence will also appear under the ‘messages’ section, in the event that emails are being directed to a ‘junk’ or ‘trash’ folder please make regular checks on the status of an application.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.             
Safeguarding and pre-employment checks:The Cabot Learning Federation are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This role has significant responsibility for ensuring safeguarding practice within the academy. This role involves working with children on a daily basis and is therefore in regulated activity.
The successful applicant will, in accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to a comprehensive pre-employment checking process including references from current and previous employers, health, right to work in the UK and a child disqualification check. The checks will also include an enhanced DBS check and a further check against the appropriate barred list.

Are you passionate about leading a dedicated team and making a meaningful impact in the lives of young adults? Beyond Limits is seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Education Support Lead to provide tailored care, support, and education for two young adults with autism in their family home. This role involves not only leading a small team of support assistants but also delivering direct support. Working alongside specialist teachers, family and other professionals, you will lead a small team but also work in collaboration with the wider people involved in their lives.The role:
As an Education Support Lead, you will play a crucial role in ensuring and delivering personalised care and education. You will oversee the day-to-day support provided by your team and develop strategies to enhance their learning and development. Your experience will be in leadership and development as well as hands on support for people with complex needs.
Your shifts will involve:
Leading a dedicated team of support assistants and inspiring them to provide exceptional care and support
Offering hands-on assistance and showcasing best practices in care and education
Gaining a thorough understanding of the individual Education and Support plans to ensure tailored support
Creating and implementing engaging teaching activities that promote learning and growth
Utilising Positive Behaviour Plans to effectively manage and understand challenging behaviours
Collaborating closely with parents and professionals to enhance learning opportunities and foster a supportive environment
We want to hear from you if you:
Have professional experience working with young adults with autism and demonstrate a passion for their development
Exhibit strong leadership skills and have the ability to motivate and guide a team effectively
Are patient, calm under pressure and committed to continuous learning and improvement
Hold or are working towards NVQ Level 3 or higher and showcase your dedication to professional development
Possess a valid UK driving licence and the ability to drive
Are eager to engage in a training package that includes British Sign Language and Positive Behaviour Support.
Can work flexibly to accommodate shift patterns
This position offers a unique opportunity to work within a dedicated team focused on delivering high-quality education and care. You will have the chance to make a tangible impact in the lives of two remarkable individuals.
What we offer:
A competitive salary of up to £30,000 per annum, based on skills and qualifications
An award-winning pension scheme for financial security
Generous annual leave with additional top-up pay
Life insurance and critical illness cover for peace of mind
Comprehensive induction and ongoing training for skill development
Opportunities for career progression within Beyond Limits
Why Beyond Limits?
At Beyond Limits, we don’t just provide care – we empower lives. We help people with mental health issues and learning disabilities thrive by supporting their journey from institutional care to independent living. You'll build genuine connections, champion individual goals and celebrate every milestone achieved. Beyond Limits gives you the chance to make a lasting difference.
What makes this role so special:
These are two young adults with autism, each with their own unique personalities and interests. They love engaging in activities that allow them to be creative and expressive and they need someone who will not only guide them but also encourage their independence. Their father plays a key role in their lives, so it’s important that you’re able to work in close partnership with him to create a supportive and structured environment.

Teaching Assistants – Level 1 Broadoak Academy Contract: Fixed until 31/08/2025, Full Time, Term Time Only plus insets Hours: 37 per week Salary: CLF Grade B (£25,136 - £27,398) Actual Starting Salary: £21,523 Advert Closing Date: 2nd December Start Date: January 2025

We are looking for three passionate and inspiring Teaching Assistants - Level 1 to join our supportive and talented team at Broadoak Academy. We are a diverse multi-academy trust, looking for professional and ambitious people, with a passion for transforming our students’ learning.  Broadoak Academy is an ever-growing secondary school located in Weston-Super-Mare and is quickly becoming the school of choice for parents in the Town. We are very proud to be an Ofsted rated ‘Good’ school. We have a strong sense of belonging and community, and as such, we work together to offer students a well- balanced, happy and successful education. Our community is assured of Broadoak’s pivotal role in their children’s education, well-being and futures.

What we are looking for:   We are looking for Teaching Assistants - Level 1, to assist in the educational, personal, and social development of designated students under the direction and guidance of relevant colleagues (e.g. the Principal, SENCo and Assistant Principal for Inclusion). Support students by adopting relevant strategies and techniques to enable them to access the curriculum, engage with their learning and achieve their full potential. Takes responsibility for implementing planned learning activities/ teaching programmes as agreed with the teacher, adjusting activities according to students’ responses as appropriate. Deliver measurable impact on student attainment as well as social and emotional well-being. Works collaboratively with relevant colleagues to fulfil the requirements of the role. 

Your opportunity:   Not only will you be working within one of our fantastic academies, but you will be a part of a diverse Federation working alongside professional and inspirational people. The Cabot learning Federation are committed to providing the very best learning experiences for every young person we educate which you can be a part of. You will have access to our generous benefits package including excellent annual leave entitlement, access to our pension scheme and a number of other well-being benefits. You will be working within a large multi-academy trust which provides dedicated training programmes and the opportunity to gain experience within other departments and CLF functions.    

About the Cabot Learning Federation:  The Cabot Learning Federation is a diverse Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) in the South West. We are proud to serve 18,000+ pupils who all attend ten secondary academies, seventeen primary academies, an all through provision, a studio school, a discrete Post 16 provision, two alternative provision schools and three SEMH special schools.     CLF is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The trust is proud to serve a diverse student population and their communities. We actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.   We are proud to be part of diverse communities in the region and celebrate the richness of cultures, faiths and backgrounds of our students. We aim to develop a curriculum that is responsive to our pupil’s needs and reflects their diverse interests and backgrounds.    
How to Apply:    Please download the job description and person specification below.    Please submit your application form via the CLF recruitment portal by clicking ‘Apply’ on this page and then logging into your account/registering for an account. CV’s will not be accepted and any submitted will not be considered alongside your application.    Please note updates regarding an application, which could include an invite to interview, will be sent to the email address used when registering an account. Copies of all correspondence will also appear under the ‘messages’ section, in the event that emails are being directed to a ‘junk’ or ‘trash’ folder please make regular checks on the status of an application.    We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.               

Teaching Assistant – Level 1 Hans Price Academy Contract: Permanent, Full Time (Term time only + insets) Hours: 37 per week Salary: CLF Grade B (£25,136 - £27,598) Actual Starting Salary: £21,523 Advert Closing Date: 2nd December 2024 Start Date: As soon as possible

We are looking for a passionate and inspiring Teaching Assistant - Level 1 to join our supportive and talented team at Hans Price Academy. We are a diverse multi-academy trust, looking for professional and ambitious people, with a passion for transforming our students’ learning. 

What we are looking for:   We are looking for a Teaching Assistant - Level 1, to assist in the educational, personal, and social development of designated students under the direction and guidance of relevant colleagues (e.g. the Principal, SENCo and Assistant Principal for Inclusion). Support students by adopting relevant strategies and techniques to enable them to access the curriculum, engage with their learning and achieve their full potential. Takes responsibility for implementing planned learning activities/ teaching programmes as agreed with the teacher, adjusting activities according to students’ responses as appropriate. Deliver measurable impact on student attainment as well as social and emotional well-being. Works collaboratively with relevant colleagues to fulfil the requirements of the role. 

Our Academy: Hans Price Academy is a forward-thinking secondary school based in Weston-Super-Mare. The children at Hans Price Academy are excited to learn and are real ambassadors for our increasingly diverse community. They benefit from a hugely positive and supportive learning environment housed in excellent, modern facilities. At Hans Price we believe that at the heart of our students’ learning experience is the quality of what we deliver, and we continually strive to provide excellent opportunities in a broad range of subjects and extra-curricular settings. Fulfilment of individual potential is at the very heart of what we hope to achieve and development of students’ wider character alongside high academic expectations is something that we feel very strongly about.

About the Cabot Learning Federation: The Cabot Learning Federation is a diverse Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) in the South West. We are proud to serve 18,000+ pupils who all attend ten secondary academies, seventeen primary academies, an all through provision, a studio school, a discrete Post 16 provision, two alternative provision schools and three SEMH special schools.  CLF is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The trust is proud to serve a diverse student population and their communities. We actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion. We are proud to be part of diverse communities in the region and celebrate the richness of cultures, faiths and backgrounds of our students. We aim to develop a curriculum that is responsive to our pupil’s needs and reflects their diverse interests and backgrounds.
How to Apply: Please download the Candidate Information Pack below, which includes wider details on the role and the job description and person specification. Please submit your application form via the CLF recruitment portal by clicking ‘Apply’ on this page and then logging into your account/registering for an account. CV’s will not be accepted and any submitted will not be considered alongside your application. Please note updates regarding an application, which could include an invite to interview, will be sent to the email address used when registering an account. Copies of all correspondence will also appear under the ‘messages’ section, in the event that emails are being directed to a ‘junk’ or ‘trash’ folder please make regular checks on the status of an application. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.             
Safeguarding and pre-employment checks: The Cabot Learning Federation are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This role has significant responsibility for ensuring safeguarding practice within the academy. This role involves working with children on a daily basis and is therefore in regulated activity. The successful applicant will, in accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to a comprehensive pre-employment checking process including references from current and previous employers, health, right to work in the UK and a child disqualification check. The checks will also include an enhanced DBS check and a further check against the appropriate barred list.

The training programme with Bridgwater & Taunton college offers access and progression to higher academic awards or to a career pathway as an Assistant Practitioner. Any offer is also dependant on a successful interview with the college, to be held at a later date - TBA For those who wish to progress their studies, you may then be eligible to apply for advanced entry to a level 6 BSc (Hons) programme, for example BSc (Hons) Nursing. You will work across all of our services which include: Community Mental Health Team - seeing clients in their own home following an intervention plan created by the key worker. The Dementia Assessment and Support Service - you will offer post diagnostic support sessions for those diagnosed as well as their families/carers. Therapeutic Groups - you will facilitate across our range of group offerings which include Living Well with Dementia, Cognitive Stimulation Therapy and a Sustain your Brain group for those with an MCI. Our Physical Health monitoring service for those prescribed antipsychotic medication. This includes taking bloods, observations and performing ECG's once trained. Please see the attached document for full details and person specification.

Residential Children's Services Team Leader

Location: Chedzoy

Contract Type: Full-time, permanent

Salary: Unqualified: Up to £30,905.68 with sleep in shifts

Qualified: Up to £31,952.96 with sleep in shifts

Specific Hours: 38 hours per week

Headway Adolescent Resources were formed in 1999 and has established a good reputation in the residential adolescent childcare sector, and pride themselves in having the insight and ability to care for young people as individuals in a holistic manner, regardless of their background.

We are currently seeking a Team Leader to join our services in Chedzoy

Do you have passion and enthusiasm for promoting the well-being of young people and aiding them to reach their full potential?

Purpose of Job

• To ensure that the needs of young people in Headway's care are met and to provide a positive and safe living experience for these young people and;
• To manage and lead Residential Support Workers in order to provide a high quality of childcare

Key Responsibilities

• To work on shift to ensure that the Home runs efficiently and effectively to a high standard and young people are safeguarded at all times. Thus creating a homely environment for the young people in our care, taking into account their views, wishes and feelings.
• To manage Residential Support Workers within their team, delivering supervision in accordance with company policy.
• To comply with the Company's Safeguarding Policies and Procedures.
• To comply with and to have an up to date knowledge of the Home's Statement of Purpose, Policy and Procedures, all relevant legislation and be able to impart this knowledge to their staff and to promote best practice and maintain confidentiality.
• To support effective multi agency working and positive relationships with all staff, the local community, local authorities, other professional agencies and significant others who are part of a young person's life.
• To comply with and apply company guidelines on Codes of Conduct and to set an acceptable role model standard within the home, acting as a mentor to staff.
• To assist in the development and delivery of the objectives identified in the young person's Plans.
• To support and compliment the reviewing and monitoring process in the development of Care Planning.
• To play an active part, promote and encourage the participation of young people in the decision-making process of the home and wider community and to provide and/or help them seek information and advice from appropriate sources.
• To promote anti-discriminatory and equal opportunity practices in line with Company Policy.
• To comply with legislation and company policies on Health & Safety, Fire and Data Protection.
• To attend all required training and, when required, to support QCF learners

Essential skills

• Good overall standard of education.
• Working towards or hold Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People's Workforce or equivalent
• Up to date knowledge of Child Care legislation, children's home regulations and quality standards.
• Previous experience of working directly with young people with challenging behaviour.
• Good report writing and numeracy skills. Well organised with good administration skills. IT literate.
• Able to relate to young people with empathy and committed to a high standard of child care and to achieve the best outcomes for young people in their care.
• Strong motivational, management and leadership potential. Able to supervise, support and develop Residential Support Workers to create a cohesive team.
• Good knowledge of relevant Children's Home legislation and local & national child protection procedures and protocols.

Benefits:

• Holiday Allowance
• Pension Scheme (3% Employer contribution)
• Ofsted Bonus of £200 for a Good report, £500 for an Outstanding report.
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme

Headway Adolescent Children's Services is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. All candidates will be subject to thorough reference checks including an enhanced DBS as safeguarding young people is at the heart of everything we do.

Job Title: HSE Engineer
Location: Hinkley Point C, Somerset
Compensation: Competitive + Benefits
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: SF60461

At Cavendish Nuclear we're working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a HSE Engineer, at our Hinkley Point C, Somerset site.

The role
As a HSE Engineer, you'll have a role that's out of the ordinary. As our Health, Safety and Environmental Engineer, you will be a member of the Commissioning Alliance playing an integral role responsible for ensuring commissioning programme adherence and compliance with applicable statuary health and safety legislative requirements and identifying non-compliances, whilst providing guidance on such matters.

Day-to-day, you'll be reporting to the Commissioning Health, Safety and Welling Lead, amongst providing advice and guidance for smooth operation, reporting and resolution of HSE issues. Moreover, ensuring the daily coordination of the Commissioning Health and Safety Management arrangements and monitoring between Commissioning Programme and Pre-Operations Industrial Safety team.

• Participate in maintaining and improving Health, Safety and Environmental performance in control of risks across the Commissioning programme.
• Review Commissioning RAMS and provide technical safety advice to Commissioning members to eliminate/reduce risks/hazards to people, plant and environment.
• Provide advice and support producing the relevant and appropriate Health and Safety performance reports, including identification of trends and early warnings of possible issues, recommending appropriate action.
• Establish and maintain Health and Safety risk profiles and undertake associated risk-based assessments, inspections and Health and Safety assurance activities.
• Support implements the of Commissioning H&S arrangements from the Health and Safety Plan during commissioning phase at HPC.

This role is full time, thirty-seven hours per week and is based on site at Hinkley Point C.

Essential experience of the HSE Engineer

• Strong communication skills with the ability to develop wide network and working relationships
• Health and Safety experience including within a large project environment.
• Strong focus on identifying risks/hazards and implications with provide mitigations using process.
• Able to produce high quality records and reports, providing safety assurance through communication of HSE data and information.
• Ability to engage with others on health and safety, environmental issues and provide practical advice on how technical issues should be addressed safely.

Qualifications for the HSE Engineer

• NEBOSH HSE Diploma or equivalent
• Chartered membership of IOSH or equivalent / working toward membership is desirable

We value difference and don't have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and/or willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you.

Security Clearance

The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Standard (BPSS) security clearance for this role. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK

What we offer

• Generous holiday allowance
• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+
• Employee share scheme
• Employee shopping savings portal
• Payment of Professional Fees
• Reservists in the armed forces receive ten days special paid leave
• Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows the majority of employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement
• 'Be Kind Day' enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity

Cavendish Nuclear

As a leader within the UK nuclear industry, Cavendish Nuclear, part of Babcock International Group, provides a comprehensive range of critical nuclear solutions in clean energy, defence and civil new build and decommissioning projects. Together, we're innovating to make nuclear safer, faster and cost-effective across the nuclear energy life cycle. Your career with us could take you anywhere within Babcock International Group - from Canada, the USA to Japan. Work with us to create a safe and secure world, together.

We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email with the subject header 'Reasonable adjustments requirement'. We're committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone's free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.

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Job Title: Plant, Tool and Equipment Technician
Location: Hinkley Point C, Bridgwater, Somerset
Compensation: ECSA pay rates + Excellent Benefits
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: SF60469

At Cavendish Nuclear we're working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Plant, Tool and Equipment Technician at our Hinkley Point C site.

This is a brilliant opportunity to work as part of the MEH Alliance on the prestigious Hinkley Point C Nuclear project. The alliance work across the project to integrate and coordinate the delivery of all main Mechanical, Electrical, Heating, Ventilation and Air-Conditioning (MEH), cabling and associated support services. This innovative approach will help different contractors work as a single entity to deliver the complex installation of cabling and pipework in the power station's vast network of rooms.

The role
As a Plant, Tool and Equipment Technician, you'll have a role that's out of the ordinary. Being part of the MEH Alliance working on Hinkley Point C is a chance to be involved in a major project with national significance. You will be joining a new team helping to effectively repair and manage on site owned plant tools and equipment for the MEH Alliance.
Day-to-day, you'll You will be responsible for overseeing and completing reactive and planned maintenance for all the plant, tools and equipment (PTE) procured by the MEH Alliance on the HPC project.

• To effectively repair and manage on site owned plant tools and equipment for the MEH Alliance.
• To offer familiarisation to teams requiring the use of PTE in their section and to ensure the correct use and standard is maintained at all times.
• Provide feedback on Improvements to where PTE can be better managed throughout the project and offer advise on better products if clear effective improvement can be found
• This position involves manual work. This could include lifting, bending, using tools, or standing for extended periods of time.

This role is full time, 38 hours per week, and is based on site at Hinkley Point C.

Essential experience of the Plant, Tool and Equipment Technician

• Experience maintaining small tools and plant including repair.
• Electrical and mechanical knowledge for larger plant items.
• Understanding of LOLER and PUWER regulations.
• Understanding of LEV, Welding and general calibration data and procedures for survey equipment.
• Knowledge of IT systems.

Qualifications for the Plant, Tool and Equipment Technician

• NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Plant Maintenance
• CCNSG safety passport

Security Clearance
The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Standard (BPSS) security clearance for this role.

What we offer

• Generous holiday allowance
• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+
• Employee share scheme
• Employee shopping savings portal
• Payment of Professional Fees
• Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave
• Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows the majority of employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement
• 'Be Kind Day' enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity
• Excellent development opportunities and benefits package including an employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing.

Cavendish Nuclear

As a leader within the UK nuclear industry, Cavendish Nuclear, part of Babcock International Group, provides a comprehensive range of critical nuclear solutions in clean energy, defence and civil new build and decommissioning projects. Together, we're innovating to make nuclear safer, faster and cost-effective across the nuclear energy life cycle. Your career with us could take you anywhere within Babcock International Group - from Canada, the USA to Japan. Work with us to create a safe and secure world, together.

We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email with the subject header 'Reasonable adjustments requirement'. We're committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone's free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.

#CAVDESTNUC

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

What skills and experience we're looking for

The successful candidates will:

• Have a thorough knowledge of the primary curriculum and a wide range of teaching strategies
• Have knowledge and experience of teaching Year 6 in Key Stage 2

• Have high expectations of pupils to ensure they reach their potential
• Be creative in their approach to teaching and learning
• Be committed to collaborative learning and ongoing professional development
• Be supportive of the Academy’s approach to supporting children with social, emotional and mental health needs

What the school offers its staff

In return, we can offer you a welcoming Academy with dedicated and supportive staff and governors, wellbeing support and opportunities for continued professional development.

This is an exciting time to join our academy, as we recently expanded our provision to include an on-site Forest School and rolled out the OPAL scheme (Outdoor Play and Learning).

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.