Total 84 Finance / Banking / Insurance job vacancies in Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 4FG

Applications are invited for the appointment of a School Administrator and Finance Officer at Newbridge Primary School, Charmouth Road, Bath, BA1 3LL Salary Range: Grade 6 - Scale Point 18 – 22 (£30,559 - £32,654 pro rata)
Contract: Permanent Term Time only plus 18 days Hours: 37 hours per week Start date: 16th December 2024 0r ASAP Closing date: Friday 29th November 2024 at 9.00am The Headteacher and Governing Body are seeking to appoint an excellent School Administrator and Finance Officer to provide reception, administrative and financial duties in support of an efficient and effective service for the operation and organisation of the school.
The successful candidate will be able to: Work effectively as part of the office team Work confidentially and sensitively Uphold school policy and procedures Have the ability to prioritise own workload and school demands Have high levels of initiative and be able to problem solve Be resilient and optimistic Maintain efficient record keeping and systems Appreciate and enjoy the busy life of a school
And will have:Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;Experience of working in an office or a school Experience of use of Word, Excel, Outlook and SIMS Financial administration experience
In return, we will offer:A caring, welcoming school with the most fantastic children and wider community;A committed staff team who collectively strive to ensure the very best outcomes for all pupils; Skilled and proactive governors; An exciting, professional challenge, with the full support of an established Senior Leadership Team
If you would like to visit the school prior to application, please contact the school office to arrange an appointment

A rare opportunity has arisen in the Dulverton area for an experienced mortgage broker to work for an agricultural organisation.

The role will be working Monday to Friday day hours and pay a basic of £36,000 per annum. free parking and lots of other company benefits

If you are looking for a mortgage role where no two days are the same and a position that challenges you look no further.

Must have experience within the mortgage broking industry and have rural or agricultural experience within this sector

Duties:

Management of telephone and e-mail enquiries, handling quotations for potential clients

Handling Due Diligence data

Liaising with potential borrowers in relation to queries raised by lenders

end to end management of the application process.

Strong verbal and written communications skills.

Must have patience and a good understanding of the process and industry

The applicant must have current CeMAP Level 3

The applicant must have demonstrable experience of working in the agricultural and rural sector.

Demonstrable skills in the use of CRM systems and Microsoft Office programmes.

Benefits:

32 days holiday

Free parking

Pension

No weekends

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Field Team Leader (Insurance)

Location: Willand / Cullompton or Truro, UK

£35,000 - £40,000 per annum dependent on skills and experience

Are you a people manager with a good knowledge and passion for the insurance industry and/or farming and agriculture?Do you excel at mentoring, coaching, and managing people? Are you driven by business strategy and achieving goals? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

Acorn by Synergie is currently seeking a dynamic and experienced Field Team Leader to join their client's team, based in either Willand or Truro. As a team leader, you will be responsible for overseeing a team of Insurance Advisors who work in the field. This role requires someone with a strong understanding of business strategy, brand, objectives, and priorities, as well as exceptional skills in sales, negotiation, organisation, and planning.

In this role, you will use your excellent mentoring and coaching skills to support and develop your team. You will be responsible for setting and monitoring targets, providing feedback and support to team members, and motivating them to achieve their full potential. You will also play a crucial role in driving the team towards achieving business objectives and priorities, while ensuring that the brand standards are maintained.

The ideal candidate for this role will have a proven track record as a successful team leader, preferably in the insurance industry. You must have a strong understanding of business strategy and be able to align your team's efforts with the company's overall objectives. Your sales and negotiation skills must be top-notch, as you will be responsible for driving business growth and ensuring that targets are met. Additionally, you must possess excellent organisational and planning skills to ensure the smooth day-to-day operations of your team.

At our client's company, we value teamwork, collaboration, and a supportive work environment. As a Field Team Leader, you will have the opportunity to work alongside a dynamic team of insurance professionals who are dedicated to providing our clients with excellent service. You will also have access to ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.

So, if you're ready to take on a new challenge and lead a team to success, we want to hear from you! Apply today and join our growing team of insurance experts.

Responsibilities:

- Act as a mentor and coach for a team of Insurance Advisors working in the field.
- Set and monitor targets for individual team members, and motivate them to achieve their sales goals.
- Provide regular feedback and support to team members to help them improve their performance.
- Ensure that the team is aligned with the company's business strategy, brand, objectives, and priorities.

If you believe you have the skills and experience to offer this position, please could you apply or send your CV to coral.jenkins@acornpeople.com

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Overview and Responsibilities Finance Assistant – Aurora Foxes Location: Minehead Somerset Salary: £25,272 - £27,331.20 Hours: 40 Hours per week Closing Date: Sunday 24th November 2024 Welcome to Aurora Foxes, a specialist college and training hotel for young people with learning disabilities, situated in the friendly seaside town of Minehead. Foxes is a very special place. We believe in changing lives and giving our students the skills, knowledge, and confidence to successfully shape their own future. Our aim is to equip our young adults with the life and hospitality skills to become work ready, life ready. The main purpose of the role: As our Finance Assistant your role will be to ensure all financial processes ore complete for Aurora Foxes and the central finance team. This will involve monitoring and checking pretty cash reconciliations, day to day administration of Soldo debit cards, working closely with the central finance office in relation to purchase ledger/purchase order activities, supporting the hotel with income transactions and ensuring sufficient funds are available in pretty cash at all times. Duties may vary and you will be expected to support and assist the Business Manager on a day-to-day basis as required. Key duties: Work closely with the Central Finance Operations Team in relation to Purchase Ledger/Purchase Order activities. Work with onsite staff, providing help and guidance as necessary, to ensure that all Purchase Orders are raised prior to ordering or works being commissioned and ensure that those making requisitions are receipting goods and services appropriately. Assist Central Finance Operations team with any PO related Monitoring and checking petty cash reconciliations received and issuing petty cash. Liaising with managers on queries and best practice. Submission of monthly reconciliation report to Central Finance. Day to day administration of debit and credit cards, including correct coding and submission of monthly reconciliation report to Central Finance. Liaising with the Hotel team to ensure that income is received Responsibility for banking and recording income including card purchases During colleague absence, assist Business Manager and Senior Administrator with the monthly Payroll process as required. Support the admin team in making yourself available to cover reception duties when required
Skills and Qualifications Knowledge, Skills and Experience Level 2 in Maths and English. Highly numerate. Intermediate MS Excel knowledge. Good IT skills with the ability to use multiple systems. AAT qualification or equivalent e. Level 2 or 3 Bookkeeping (desirable) English & Maths level 2 Knowledge and experience as a finance assistant. Experience of accounting software (desirable). Hotel experience (desirable). Team player. Strong communication and customer service skills. Ability to work to targets and deadlines.
Benefits and Additional Information What’s on offer? Full training and continued support Opportunity to gain qualifications, which will be funded by us! 10% off accommodation, hot drinks and food at Foxes Hotel Life assurance and pension Health cash back plan Car lease scheme Bike to work scheme Perk box Free parking
Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks including an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Aurora Group is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children. The Aurora Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young adults in our care and is a disability confident and equal opportunities employer This advert could be taken down at any point in time without prior notice if the position is filled. Please note that candidates that are shortlisted might be subject to an online search.

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

Field Team Leader (Insurance)

Location: Willand / Cullompton or Truro, UK

£35,000 - £40,000 per annum dependent on skills and experience

Are you a people manager with a good knowledge of the insurance industry? Do you excel at mentoring, coaching, and managing people? Are you driven by business strategy and achieving goals? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

Acorn by Synergie is currently seeking a dynamic and experienced Field Team Leader to join their client's team, based in either Willand or Truro. As a team leader, you will be responsible for overseeing a team of Insurance Advisors who work in the field. This role requires someone with a strong understanding of business strategy, brand, objectives, and priorities, as well as exceptional skills in sales, negotiation, organisation, and planning.

In this role, you will use your excellent mentoring and coaching skills to support and develop your team. You will be responsible for setting and monitoring targets, providing feedback and support to team members, and motivating them to achieve their full potential. You will also play a crucial role in driving the team towards achieving business objectives and priorities, while ensuring that the brand standards are maintained.

The ideal candidate for this role will have a proven track record as a successful team leader, preferably in the insurance industry. You must have a strong understanding of business strategy and be able to align your team's efforts with the company's overall objectives. Your sales and negotiation skills must be top-notch, as you will be responsible for driving business growth and ensuring that targets are met. Additionally, you must possess excellent organisational and planning skills to ensure the smooth day-to-day operations of your team.

At our client's company, we value teamwork, collaboration, and a supportive work environment. As a Field Team Leader, you will have the opportunity to work alongside a dynamic team of insurance professionals who are dedicated to providing our clients with excellent service. You will also have access to ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.

So, if you're ready to take on a new challenge and lead a team to success, we want to hear from you! Apply today and join our growing team of insurance experts.

Responsibilities:

- Act as a mentor and coach for a team of Insurance Advisors working in the field.
- Set and monitor targets for individual team members, and motivate them to achieve their sales goals.
- Provide regular feedback and support to team members to help them improve their performance.
- Ensure that the team is aligned with the company's business strategy, brand, objectives, and priorities.

If you believe you have the skills and experience to offer this position, please could you apply or send your CV to coral.jenkins@acornpeople.com

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Job description
Job Title: Trainee Insurance Advisor - £21 - £28k (Salary is negotiable DOE)
Location: TAUNTON

Job Description:

Are you looking for an opportunity to launch your career in the insurance industry? We're seeking a Trainee Insurance Advisor to join our team in Taunton. This role offers the chance to work in a well-established company that prioritises staff development and provides continuous training and support.

As a Trainee Insurance Advisor you will:

You enjoy engaging with people, building relationships, and understanding their unique needs.

Problem-solving comes naturally to you, and you excel at crafting tailored solutions.

Previous experience in customer service or sales is advantageous, but not required. We provide comprehensive on-site training, workshops, and coaching, along with support to attain industry qualifications.

You're ambitious and eager to advance your career. We believe in promoting from within, offering growth opportunities to those who demonstrate a desire to succeed.

As a Trainee Insurance Advisor you will be:

Focusing on delivering exceptional sales and customer service experiences.

Handling new business, policy issuance, adjustments, and renewals.

Assisting customers in selecting the most suitable insurance policies.

Working towards individual and branch KPIs and sales targets.

Fulfilling any other duties as required by the business.

Requirements:

No prior insurance experience necessary; we offer full training for the right candidate.

Demonstrated commitment to providing high levels of customer service.

Professionalism, diligence, and composure under pressure.

Ability to collaborate effectively within a team and meet tight deadlines.

As a Trainee Insurance Advisor you will get:

Competitive basic salary with regular salary reviews based on performance.

22 days of holiday, increasing to 27 days through length of service (plus bank holidays).

Access to a Healthcare Cash plan, providing you with access to 17 different benefits, all covered by the company.

These benefits are just part of the package we offer to support and reward our team members. We believe in investing in our employees' well-being and professional development.

If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career path in the insurance industry, we want to hear from you. Join us and take the first step toward a successful future!

Cowell Recruitment Ltd is an equal opportunities recruiter.E&OE. Please note that only applicants with right to work (RTW) full time will be considered for this role.

Seeking Staff Nurses West Wick, Weston-Super-Mare

Are you interested in community nursing?

Being a Staff Nurse with Brandon isn’t just about developing your nursing qualifications and experience. It’s also about bringing an opportunity for freedom and fulfilment into the lives of people with different abilities.

The support we provide is centred around each person’s values, preferences and needs. This includes developing daily living skills, accessing a wider community, personal care and medication needs. In this role you’ll run shifts, manage the support workers and support the health needs of the individuals.

Working in a welcoming, friendly nursing home, you’ll have flexibility and access to shifts that work for you including sleep-ins. You'll help to inspire the team to ensure the people we support get the very best out of life.

Benefits

1. Sleep-ins paid at £60 extra (basic salary £31,709 - £37,960 pa pro rata) 

2. On-going training and career development including professional qualifications 

3. Contributory pension 

4. We cover the cost of DBS checks 

5. Rota's are planned in advance. 

6. Access to Wagestream where you can track your basic salary and additional hours earnings throughout the month and stream (access) a portion of those earnings before your monthly pay date. You can also access a range of financial support and advice, as well as save directly from you r earnings.

7. Shopping discounts including Blue Light card, EE perks and Costco membership 

8. Successfully 'recommend a friend' to join us and you'll receive a thank-you payment 

9. Access to wellbeing helplines. 

10. Health Cash Plan

You will:

• Have a nursing qualification with current NMC registration (RNLD, RMN or RGN)

• Be confident and calm under pressure.

• Have experience working with people with a learning disability.

• Be flexible, open to a challenge and innovative in your approach.

• Have clinical expertise or willing to learn and undertake relevant clinical skills

• Being able to drive and be willing to use your own transport on Brandon business is desirable

Your responsibilities:

• You’ll provide specialist nursing and be a role model in the delivery of direct support to people with a learning disability.

• Be involved in the day-to-day organisation of the work of the support team so that people receive the right amount of support at the right time at the agreed level.

• Support people to achieve their personal outcomes in relation to managing their daily life.

• Carry out nursing procedures in line with local or district guidelines.

• Communicate effectively with other members of the team, families and stakeholders, where appropriate, to ensure continuity of care.

• Work as part of a nursing team to ensure that the best outcomes are achieved for the people supported.

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Brandon Trust work alongside people of different ability so they are able to create opportunity and feel empowered to live the life they want.

All team leader nurses work flexible shifts to provide a 24/7 service. Successful applicants for this role will require an enhanced DBS check. 

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all sections of the community. 

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For more details and further information about the role, please see the attached job description and person specification.

Field Team Leader (Insurance)

Location: Willand / Cullompton or Truro, UK

£30,000 - £40,000 per annum dependent on skills and experience

Are you a people manager with a good knowledge of the insurance industry? Do you excel at mentoring, coaching, and managing people? Are you driven by business strategy and achieving goals? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

Acorn by Synergie is currently seeking a dynamic and experienced Field Team Leader to join their client's team, based in either Willand or Truro. As a team leader, you will be responsible for overseeing a team of Insurance Advisors who work in the field. This role requires someone with a strong understanding of business strategy, brand, objectives, and priorities, as well as exceptional skills in sales, negotiation, organisation, and planning.

In this role, you will use your excellent mentoring and coaching skills to support and develop your team. You will be responsible for setting and monitoring targets, providing feedback and support to team members, and motivating them to achieve their full potential. You will also play a crucial role in driving the team towards achieving business objectives and priorities, while ensuring that the brand standards are maintained.

The ideal candidate for this role will have a proven track record as a successful team leader, preferably in the insurance industry. You must have a strong understanding of business strategy and be able to align your team's efforts with the company's overall objectives. Your sales and negotiation skills must be top-notch, as you will be responsible for driving business growth and ensuring that targets are met. Additionally, you must possess excellent organisational and planning skills to ensure the smooth day-to-day operations of your team.

At our client's company, we value teamwork, collaboration, and a supportive work environment. As a Field Team Leader, you will have the opportunity to work alongside a dynamic team of insurance professionals who are dedicated to providing our clients with excellent service. You will also have access to ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.

So, if you're ready to take on a new challenge and lead a team to success, we want to hear from you! Apply today and join our growing team of insurance experts.

Responsibilities:

- Act as a mentor and coach for a team of Insurance Advisors working in the field.
- Set and monitor targets for individual team members, and motivate them to achieve their sales goals.
- Provide regular feedback and support to team members to help them improve their performance.
- Ensure that the team is aligned with the company's business strategy, brand, objectives, and priorities.

If you believe you have the skills and experience to offer this position, please could you apply or send your CV to coral.jenkins@acornpeople.com

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

A rare opportunity has arisen in the Dulverton area for an experienced mortgage broker to work for an agricultural organisation.

The role will be working Monday to Friday day hours and pay a basic of £36,000 per annum. free parking and lots of other company benefits

If you are looking for a mortgage role where no two days are the same and a position that challenges you look no further.

Must have experience within the mortgage broking industry and have rural or agricultural experience within this sector

Duties:

Management of telephone and e-mail enquiries, handling quotations for potential clients

Handling Due Diligence data

Liaising with potential borrowers in relation to queries raised by lenders

end to end management of the application process.

Strong verbal and written communications skills.

Must have patience and a good understanding of the process and industry

The applicant must have current CeMAP Level 3

The applicant must have demonstrable experience of working in the agricultural and rural sector.

Demonstrable skills in the use of CRM systems and Microsoft Office programmes.

Benefits:

32 days holiday

free parking

pension

No weekends

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

If you would like an informal chat to discuss this opportunity further before applying, please contact Donna Chillingworth, Business Manager, via email donna.chillingworth@somersetft.nhs.uk or 07585 101817

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking a highly experienced and conscientious full time School Administrator & Finance Assistant to join our team. This variable and exciting role provides a range of administration and finance support, working from 8.00 AM to 4.00 PM (3.30PM on Fridays) term time and INSET days.

We are looking for an outstanding individual who will relish the opportunity to:

• Demonstrate their skills and previous experiences in providing efficient and meticulous administrative support to the school, using Microsoft packages, Inventry and Arbor systems.
• Support the Finance Team and Administration Teams with an accurate and methodical approach in areas such as School Shop sales, Invoicing and purchase orders, booking school transport and creating the school newsletter.
• Be adaptable and approachable with a positive attitude, being willing to ‘step in and help’ where required to ensure the consistent operation of the school.
• Provide First Aid duties and support the team in ensuring the safety of our students and staff.

You are likely to be someone who:

• Has proven experience working in a school or similar setting with young people.
• Has excellent communications skills both verbally and in writing, with tact and diplomacy that helps to promote good relationships within and outside the school.
• Is flexible, able to work under pressure, meet deadlines and prioritise workloads effectively as well as being a team player who enjoys working within a busy team.
• Is organised, efficient and confident in their work and abilities.
• Has a commitment to the aims and values of comprehensive education, the school’s vision and ethos.

What the school offers its staff

Wadham School can offer you:

• A 37-hour working week (plus INSET days) term time only.
• An opportunity to access continuing CPD through TES Training and other applicable courses.
• Voluntary Pension Scheme through Somerset Council.
• Fulfilment, in knowing that you matter and the work you do makes a positive difference to the lives you touch.

Further details about the role

For further information and an application form please visit our website: www.wadhamschool.co.uk

Please Note: we do not accept applications by CV.

Visits to the school or an informal talk with the Headteacher are warmly encouraged.

For all enquires please contact Lorrie Mahoney on LMahoney@wadhamschool.co.uk

or telephone 01460 270127.

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.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS Hospital Matron/Manager Patients and Carers Multidisciplinary team Temporary Staffing Team External contacts KEY RESPONSIBILITIES The post holder will be responsible for the assessment of patient care needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of treatment plans whilst working alongside other professionals within the multidisciplinary team. High quality care and effective communication will be maintained throughout. This role will require the nurse to practice autonomously and make decisions under their own initiative using past professional judgment and drawing on their clinical expertise. CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES Practice in line with the NMC's Code at all times. Deliver safe and compassionate patient centred care being responsible for the assessment, reassessment, implementation and evaluation of this care. To be responsible and accountable for ensuring care plans are amended as patients care needs dictate and evaluated on a daily basis and when clinical need demands. Ensure clinical skills remain up to date and evidence based recognising and escalating learning needs and seeking training when required. Administer prescribed medicines and treatment in a timely manner in accordance with Trust policy. Maintain accurate clinical observations and records, interpret the significance of these and action or escalate as appropriate. Make decisions, following discussion with appropriate staff members with regard to the clinical intervention required, based on the analysis and interpretation of complex clinical facts on a daily basis and in crisis situations. Be aware of what mandatory training is required for role and ensure mandatory training remains up to date. Carry out and document all relevant assessments in a timely manner. To ensure that patients are treated with dignity and respect. To access and implement as necessary all Trust policies/protocols and guidelines. To support and assist in audits / monitoring / collecting data / transferring data to other sources; in collaboration with the ward manager & matron. To maintain Quality Assurance initiatives by playing an active role with self checks on equipment and attending annual training sessions. To work in partnership with Multi-disciplinary team ensuring effective communication is maintained. Share and cascade learnt knowledge to others where appropriate and support the development of other staff members. Work safely and autonomously. To delegate where appropriate, prioritise, make decisions and communicate effectively with all levels of staff. GENERAL Continue to relevant projects in relation to the development of the Trusts business plan and organisational objectives as required. Comply with Somerset NHS Foundation Trust policies and procedures where exercising the duties of the role. Undertake any necessary skills training, professional updates/continuing professional development and mandatory training as appropriate to the post, in agreement with line manager. WORKING CONDITIONS The post will involve a combination of sitting, standing and walking. There will be frequent contact with bodily fluids when carrying out interventions and treatments. Person Specification REQUIREMENTS ESSENTIAL DESIRABLE Qualifications and Training Registered Nurse. Relevant degree or equivalent qualification. Appropriately registered with the NMC as per post requirements. Teaching /Assessor qualification. Knowledge & Experience Recent clinical experience in area relevant to role. Experience post qualification. Evidence of continuing professional development. Recent rehabilitation experience. Skills and Abilities Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate empathetically with patients, relatives and/or carers when discussing or explaining clinical conditions and potentially distressing and sensitive information. Ability to role model/demonstrate leadership skills. Excellent organisational skills, ability to manage own time and plan timed activities for staff and patients. Ability to recognise and manage challenging situations in a calm and professional manner. Able to take instruction and direction and work effectively as part of a team. Demonstrates high standards of written communication skills with the ability to use email and internet. Able to work flexibly. Compassionate - Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with staff, patients, carers and relatives (as appropriate) remaining sensitive and empathetic. Listens to others' views respecting and valuing individual needs. Professional and patient focussed approach with inspirational skills, acting as a role model to colleagues and junior staff members. Excellent organisational skills, ability to manage own time and plan timed activities. Ability to recognise and manage challenging situations in a calm and professional manner. Able to take instruction and direction and work effectively as part of a team. Ability to record and retrieve information on paper/electronic records as appropriate. High standards of written communication skills with the ability to use email and internet. Personal Qualities Compassionate - Open minded, treats colleagues, patients, carers and relatives with dignity and respect. Intuitive and caring nature. Flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the patients. Ability to inspire hope, support recovery and make a difference. Act in a ways that support equality and diversity. Other Must be a car driver with a valid driving licence or have access to transport with appropriate business insurance in order to travel throughout the Trust, to meet the needs of the service. EXPECTATIONS OF THE POST HOLDER CHANGES TO THE JOB This post may be subject to changes/review as the needs of the service/department /unit change. Any changes will be made following consultation with the individual before the changes are made.

Salary: Grade 5, SCP 5: £17,755 per annum
Contract: 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (term time plus inset days), fixed term until July 2025

We are looking to appoint a caring and empathetic 1:1 Teaching Assistant with energy and enthusiasm, and a love for working with young people. This is a wonderful opportunity to join a school within a Trust with great potential, some real strengths and the ability and desire to develop further.

This role is to work with a named child to support with physical needs to enable the student to achieve their full learning potential and facilitate their personal, academic, social, and moral development.

Support with personal and intimate care, including toileting, will form a part of this important role.
This role is fixed term however, the duration of the contract will be reviewed if the student leaves the care of the school.

You are asked to provide the following:
• A completed application form
• A letter of application of no more than 2 sides of A4 detailing your experience and expertise

Completed applications should be returned by email to: recruitment@sast.org.uk

Should you wish to arrange a visit to view the School, please do not hesitate to contact Claire Hamblin, Office Manager on claire.hamblin@kingarthurs.org.uk or at 01963 32368 who will also be happy to arrange this.

SAST will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. In line with KCSIE guidance, this will be part of safer recruitment checks, and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination, a person who will not be on the appointment panel will conduct the searches and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.

Safeguarding responsibilities associated with this role may include engagement in regulatory activity, such as administering first aid or supporting an upset child. It will have contact with young people on a day-to-day basis. SAST is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will have to meet the person specification and the post is subject to safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check and Children’s Barred List check. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

SAST recognises the benefit of having a diverse workforce and is committed to building a workforce which reflects diversity from the communities it serves. SAST values the contributions from all staff from a wide range of different backgrounds and actively seeks to promote an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment and at the same time supports fair promotion and cultural acceptance. Under the provision of the Equality Act 2010 SAST welcomes applications from everyone and operates a recruitment process which is fair and does not discriminate against or disadvantage anyone because of their age, disability, gender reassignment status, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race or nationality, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

This role is UK- based and your right to work will need to be established as part of the appointment process.