Total 14 Junior Executive level Education / Training job vacancies in Southampton, SO16 6YD

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).

If the trial is a success, we’ll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG!

Due to growth in service, we are recruiting for Teaching Assistants to join our team at Dibden Park School, part of Acorn Education. Dibden Park is a brand-new school based in Southampton for students ages 5-16 years old with Social and Emotional Health and other complex needs.

Salary: £22,300.00 per annum (pre-tax take home salary)
Hours: 40 hours per week; Monday to Friday
Contract: Term Time Only, Permanent
The opportunity

Enjoy a rewarding education career and have a real impact on pupil’s lives. Join an amazing team making our schools and classrooms supportive, enriching places where vulnerable pupils and young people achieve far more than they ever expected.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will connect directly with the brilliant pupils and young people we care for, helping to make sure they get the very best from their education. Each individual has so much potential, and they will rely on you to guide their learning journeys.

You will help prepare learning materials and run classroom activities, with plenty of hands-on experience and some supervision too. You will take responsibility for their emotional and physical needs, supporting them to develop as individuals and engage with the world.

Supporting pupils with complex Social Emotional Mental Health (SEMH) needs is important and rewarding work, and you will benefit from the tremendous support offered by our hugely experienced teams. As you help our pupils and young people achieve real and significant progress, you will enjoy having a direct, positive impact on their developing lives.

Who we are looking for

You will have previous school experience, be adaptable and ready to work in a variety of classroom roles, both indoors and outside according to individual need. Taking a responsive and caring approach, you may be running classroom activities, leading outdoor experiences or supervising pupils as they explore further afield.

Highly desirable: SEN/SEMH experience

Our schools are built on great teamwork and mutual support. If you enjoy working as part of a dedicated team, sharing knowledge, experience and learning, simply fill in our safeguarding-compliant application form and a member of our team will be in touch.

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
Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.
And that’s not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

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

#Education #Pupilcare #OutdoorActivities #School #Tutor #learning #Teaching Assistant

*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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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).

If the trial is a success, we’ll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG!

Due to growth in service, we are recruiting for Teaching Assistants to join our team at Dibden Park School, part of Acorn Education. Dibden Park is a brand-new school based in Southampton for students ages 5-16 years old with Social and Emotional Health and other complex needs.

Salary: £20,516.00 per annum (pre-tax take home salary)
Hours: 40 hours per week; Monday to Friday
Contract: Term Time Only, Permanent
The opportunity

Enjoy a rewarding education career and have a real impact on pupil’s lives. Join an amazing team making our schools and classrooms supportive, enriching places where vulnerable pupils and young people achieve far more than they ever expected.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will connect directly with the brilliant pupils and young people we care for, helping to make sure they get the very best from their education. Each individual has so much potential, and they will rely on you to guide their learning journeys.

You will help prepare learning materials and run classroom activities, with plenty of hands-on experience and some supervision too. You will take responsibility for their emotional and physical needs, supporting them to develop as individuals and engage with the world.

Supporting pupils with complex Social Emotional Mental Health (SEMH) needs is important and rewarding work, and you will benefit from the tremendous support offered by our hugely experienced teams. As you help our pupils and young people achieve real and significant progress, you will enjoy having a direct, positive impact on their developing lives.

Who we are looking for

You will have previous school experience, be adaptable and ready to work in a variety of classroom roles, both indoors and outside according to individual need. Taking a responsive and caring approach, you may be running classroom activities, leading outdoor experiences or supervising pupils as they explore further afield.

Highly desirable: SEN/SEMH experience

Our schools are built on great teamwork and mutual support. If you enjoy working as part of a dedicated team, sharing knowledge, experience and learning, simply fill in our safeguarding-compliant application form and a member of our team will be in touch.

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

#Education #Pupilcare #OutdoorActivities #School #Tutor #learning #Teaching Assistant

*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.

#1

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).

If the trial is a success, we’ll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG!

Due to growth in service, we are recruiting for Teaching Assistants to join our team at Dibden Park School, part of Acorn Education. Dibden Park is a brand-new school based in Southampton for students ages 5-16 years old with Social and Emotional Health and other complex needs.

Salary: £20,516.00 per annum (pre-tax take home salary)
Hours: 40 hours per week; Monday to Friday
Contract: Term Time Only, Permanent
The opportunity

Enjoy a rewarding education career and have a real impact on pupil’s lives. Join an amazing team making our schools and classrooms supportive, enriching places where vulnerable pupils and young people achieve far more than they ever expected.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will connect directly with the brilliant pupils and young people we care for, helping to make sure they get the very best from their education. Each individual has so much potential, and they will rely on you to guide their learning journeys.

You will help prepare learning materials and run classroom activities, with plenty of hands-on experience and some supervision too. You will take responsibility for their emotional and physical needs, supporting them to develop as individuals and engage with the world.

Supporting pupils with complex Social Emotional Mental Health (SEMH) needs is important and rewarding work, and you will benefit from the tremendous support offered by our hugely experienced teams. As you help our pupils and young people achieve real and significant progress, you will enjoy having a direct, positive impact on their developing lives.

Who we are looking for

You will have previous school experience, be adaptable and ready to work in a variety of classroom roles, both indoors and outside according to individual need. Taking a responsive and caring approach, you may be running classroom activities, leading outdoor experiences or supervising pupils as they explore further afield.

Highly desirable: SEN/SEMH experience

Our schools are built on great teamwork and mutual support. If you enjoy working as part of a dedicated team, sharing knowledge, experience and learning, simply fill in our safeguarding-compliant application form and a member of our team will be in touch.

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

#Education #Pupilcare #OutdoorActivities #School #Tutor #learning #Teaching Assistant

*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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The Southampton National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Clinical Research Facility (CRF) is the operational centre of translational research at the University of Southampton (UoS) and University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS). The CRF operates to support research across all specialities and brings together all areas engaged in clinical translational research (including the current Southampton NIHR CRF, NIHR Biomedical Research Centre and NIHR CRUK Experimental Cancer Research Centre) .The NIHR CRF is part of a national network of CRFs with adult and paediatric capability. The CRF operates to MHRA phase 1 accreditation standards, the highest possible international quality standard. The post will provide unrivalled training in the management and conduct of clinical trials and experimental medicine, including early phase trials, and is suitable for those aiming for a clinical academic or primarily clinical career. Specific training will be given and expertise gained in research governance, quality assurance, rapid clinical trials set-up and timely delivery ensuring regulatory compliance and patient and volunteer safety. YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WHAT YOULL DO The primary role of this post is to assist the Directors and investigators in the running of clinical studies for patients in the CRF and Wessex Research Hubs including early phase clinical trials of vaccines, biological agents and other new drugs. The post holder will therefore be expected to engage as appropriate with all aspects of the development and conduct of studies, including the submission and maintenance of regulatory documents, the recruitment of subjects and providing medical cover. The post holder should work to ensure that all studies are conducted to Good Clinical Practice. Working patterns are flexible depending on the study and visit requirements. Some out of hours working is required and contribution to an on-call study phone rota is required. WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR Individuals who are keen to learn more about clinical research and are interested in the potential of further research training (MD/PhD) Excellent communicators People who can contribute and work well with our multi-professional team within the CRF

A Vacancy at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust.


University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
NIHR Clinical Research Facility (CRF) junior clinical research fellow in field of vaccines, infectious diseases or immunology. A junior fellowship (full or part-time) for adult or paediatric Fellow are open to those training in or wishing to develop a clinical or research interest in vaccines, infectious diseases or immunology, or associated field (such as infections of respiratory disease). This will either be a Junior role suitable for anyone who has completed foundation training (or equivalent).

The majority of the fellow’s time will be spent on research service provision providing medical support and cover to adult and paediatric studies occurring in the CRF and at the Wessex Research Hubs in Southampton, Portsmouth, Bournemouth and Weymouth. The remaining time will be flexible, dependant on the individuals

NIHR Clinical Research Facility (CRF) junior clinical research fellow in field of vaccines, infectious diseases or immunology.A junior fellowship (full or part-time) for adult or paediatric Fellow are open to those training in or wishing to develop a clinical or research interest in vaccines, infectious diseases or immunology, or associated field (such as infections of respiratory disease). This will either be a Junior role suitable for anyone who has completed foundation training (or equivalent).

The majority of the fellow’s time will be spent on research service provision providing medical support and cover to adult and paediatric studies occurring in the CRF and at the Wessex Research Hubs in Southampton, Portsmouth, Bournemouth and Weymouth. The remaining time will be flexible, dependant on the individuals needs but could be used to provide the time and support for an application to be made for a formal externally funded research training fellowship and registration for study towards a higher degree (usually PhD or MD). The post will be appointed for 1 year in the first instance, depending on the candidate’s needs. Where appropriate, funding may be extended by fixed time periods where academic progress is considered satisfactory.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

· The Southampton National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Clinical Research Facility (CRF) is the operational centre of translational research at the University of Southampton (UoS) and University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS). The CRF operates to support research across all specialities and brings together all areas engaged in clinical translational research (including the current Southampton NIHR CRF, NIHR Biomedical Research Centre and NIHR CRUK Experimental Cancer Research Centre) .The NIHR CRF is part of a national network of CRFs with adult and paediatric capability.

· The CRF operates to MHRA phase 1 accreditation standards, the highest possible international quality standard. The post will provide unrivalled training in the management and conduct of clinical trials and experimental medicine, including early phase trials, and is suitable for those aiming for a clinical academic or primarily clinical career.

· Specific training will be given and expertise gained in research governance, quality assurance, rapid clinical trials set-up and timely delivery ensuring regulatory compliance and patient and volunteer safety.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

WHAT YOU’LL DO

· The primary role of this post is to assist the Directors and investigators in the running of clinical studies for patients in the CRF and Wessex Research Hubs including early phase clinical trials of vaccines, biological agents and other new drugs.

· The post holder will therefore be expected to engage as appropriate with all aspects of the development and conduct of studies, including the submission and maintenance of regulatory documents, the recruitment of subjects and providing medical cover.

· The post holder should work to ensure that all studies are conducted to Good Clinical Practice.

· Working patterns are flexible depending on the study and visit requirements. Some out of hours working is required and contribution to an on-call study phone rota is required.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

· Individuals who are keen to learn more about clinical research and are interested in the potential of further research training (MD/PhD)

· Excellent communicators

People who can contribute and work well with our multi-professional team within the CRF


This advert closes on Friday 27 Sep 2024

What skills and experience we're looking for

Learning Support Assistant

The Polygon School

Closing date: Friday 20th September 2024

Interview Dates: Thursday 26th September 2024

Start Date: Monday 4th November 2024

Salary Type: Support Staff

Salary Details: Grade 6 | SCP 12 – SCP 17 (Approx. £20,091 pro rata’d)

Hours of Work: 32.5 Hours per Week, Term Time Only. Working hours between 08.30am and 15.30pm Monday to Friday. Occasional overtime hours by negotiation.

Contract Type: Permanent (Subject to suitable probation)

Job Information

Are you a caring and compassionate person with a passion about making a positive difference to the lives of neurodiverse children, either in small class groups or 1:1? Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to be part of a team which makes a real difference to children and their families?

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate and active individual to join our dynamic and supportive staff team.

About the School

The Polygon School is a specialist school in the heart of Southampton that supports, educates and helps make a difference to the lives of 76 young men aged 11-16 with social, emotional and mental health issues. All Pupils attending this school hold an Education, Health Care Plan. Our ambition is to remove any barriers to learning and equip our pupils to learn both inside and out of the classroom.

What we are looking for

• A patient and resilient individual who has the ability to form relationships with young people so as to support them academically and emotionally.
• An energetic, flexible and enthusiastic individual willing to get stuck into all aspects of school life.
• Someone with an interest in health and fitness, football and sports (preferable)
• Someone with excellent communication skills who enjoys working collaboratively with colleagues, parents and children

Application Procedure

The job description, person specification and application form for this role can be found on our website www.polygon.southampton.sch.uk/vacancies.

If you would like to find out more about our school or this role please email the School Business Manager, Lindsey Rayner on Lindsey.Rayner@polygon.southampton.sch.uk.

Please note that CV’s will not be accepted.

All completed application forms are to be sent to Lindsey.Rayner@polygon.southampton.sch.uk by the specified closing date.

Safer Recruitment

The Polygon School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS clearance and other employment related checks.

Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (exemptions) order 1975

This post is covered by the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (exceptions) order 1975 because it is a post which involves working directly with young people. You are therefore required to declare whether you have any criminal convictions (or cautions or bind overs) including those which are “spent”.

The amendments to the Exceptions order 1975 (2013) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are “protected” and are not subject to disclosure to employers and cannot be taken into account.

Guidance and criteria on filtering cautions and convictions can be found on the Disclosure and Barring Service website: https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/disclosure-and-barring-service.

What the school offers its staff

Benefits

• Free city centre parking
• Onsite gym facilities
• CPD and progression opportunities
• Supportive staff team
• Provision of wellbeing opportunities
• Access to Blue Light discount card

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

• A passion for education and a desire to make a positive impact on young people.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with students, teachers, and parents.
• Strong organisational and planning abilities to manage time effectively and support diverse learning needs.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

What the school offers its staff

• The opportunity to play a vital role in shaping young minds and fostering a love of learning.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued.
• Professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge.
• The chance to be part of a dynamic and passionate school community.

If you are a highly motivated individual, perhaps considering teaching in the future or seeking a new challenge while working term time only, and if you have a genuine interest in supporting students in their educational journey, we encourage you to apply!

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.

A Vacancy at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust.


University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

This is a fantastic job opportunity coming up at University Hospital Southampton (UHS) post starting September 2024 for an initial period until August 2025. UHS which is a busy tertiary hospital which covers all medical specialties. You will have the opportunity to develop your skills in the management of acute internal medicine and speciality patients while working in the acute medicine team for ward rounds and the out of hours rota. In addition, you will be given significant protected time to develop a portfolio of education and actively participate in teaching foundation level doctors with a combination of different learning modalities including simulation.

Successful applicants will already have GMC registration and prior experience of working in the NHS.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

WHAT YOU’LL DO

- Your job plan will cover clinical work as part of the acute medical team covering acute admissions to UHS and ward based care (in normal working hours), and as part of the on call rota coving all medical evenings, weekends and nights.

- You will also be allocated significant protected time in your job plan to develop knowledge, skills and behaviours in education to complement your future career. Your job plan will be negotiated following a successful appointment.

- You will work alongside consultants, SpRs, SHOs and foundation level doctors from AMU. We have trainees from General Practice, ACCS, Internal Medical Training (IMT) and Foundation year trainees.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

- An enthusiastic trainee who is keen to develop their skills in the management of acute internal medicine in a busy tertiary hospital whilst also building an education portfolio by helping to run local teaching programmes.

- An doctor in training who has had prior experience of teaching and training

- Experience of working in the NHS

- Ability to work out of hours to support the acute medical services with the appropriate clinical skills to conduct this role

- GMC registration with a license to practice

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Appointment will be made under local contractual terms and conditions of service for Trust appointed (non-training fellow doctors and dentists).

Successful candidates will have an educational framework equivalent to training grade doctors, and there will be a named educational supervisor assigned at the start of the post. The opportunity for Continued Professional Development (CPD) is highly supported and encouraged by the Trust, with options available to take study leave. All licensed doctors must meet the GMC requirements for revalidation and there will be an annual appraisal to support this process.

Grades for Trust appointed (non-training) fellows will be paid a basic salary at a nodal pay point linked to the grade, at the rate set out in the National Medical and Dental pay circular. Basic salary detailed below plus any additional remuneration (as applicable) for hours set out in the doctors work schedule (e.g. additional hours, weekend allowance, and any hours which attract enhanced pay)

Basic Salary – MT03 £43,923

Travelling expenses will not be paid for attending interview

Please note that GMC registration (with a licence to practice) and right to work in the UK are essential for this role. Successful applicants will already have GMC registration or will be able to demonstrate they are eligible. Applicants requiring Tier 2 sponsorship should ensure they meet the Home Office application criteria prior to submitting an application.

Interviews will be held on Wednesday, 25 September 2024

Job Reference:MT1250- This vacancy closes on or before: 18thSeptember 2024




This advert closes on Wednesday 18 Sep 2024

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking a hard-working, highly motivated, positive teaching assistant, to support a pupil with special educational needs in school. The successful candidate should:

• Have exceptional communication skills and the ability to build a supportive relationship with the pupil you are assigned to
• Have patience, empathy and a can-do attitude
• Be caring
• Be a team player

What the school offers its staff

Further information and an application pack can be downloaded from the school website https://www.kingham.oxon.sch.uk/vacancies

Further details about the role

The hours will be Monday to Friday, 8.45am – 3.15pm during the term-time only. We expect this post to be a long-term position, but candidates need to know that the position is linked to a specific child, and as such the post will continue while the child remains at our school and requires this level of support. The child is expected to stay in our school for 5 more years.

Pay grade 6, pt 8 (£22,777 pro-rated)

Further information and an application pack can be downloaded from the school website https://www.kingham.oxon.sch.uk/vacancies

If you would like to visit the school, or you require further information, please call our Business Manager, Helen Davies, on 01608 658366 (term time only) or email recruitment@kingham.oxon.sch.uk Visits are welcomed and strongly encouraged. You can also watch a video tour here: https://www.kingham.oxon.sch.uk/school/tour

Closing date: Monday 5th August - 9am

Please email completed applications to recruitment@kingham.oxon.sch.uk by Monday 5th August 9am – earlier applications are encouraged and applicants may be invited prior to the closing date.

Commitment to safeguarding

Kingham Primary School is committed to safeguarding children and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory reference checks. Our commitment to safeguarding is underpinned by consistently robust processes and checks including online searches of shortlisted candidates.

Learning Support Assistant / LSA with experience of working with children with social/communication difficulties in a small group setting, excellent communication skills and a calm but firm approach is required for a well-established Trust based in Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire.

Applications welcome from both recent graduates who are interested in pursuing a future career in teaching, as well as those who have an interest in supporting and working with children with special needs.


SALARY: £22,737 per annum FTE, Actual Annual Salary £15,811 per annum + Benefits

LOCATION: Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, 12 Month Fixed Term Contract (possibility of extension)

WORKING HOURS: 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday 9.00am to 3.30pm, term time only (39 weeks).


** 2 Jobs Available **


JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Learning Support Assistant / LSA with experience of working with children with social/communication difficulties in a small group setting, excellent communication skills and a calm but firm approach.

The role of Learning Support Assistant / LSA is a varied one and you will need to be adaptable and flexible – there will be opportunities to work within the whole class, teaching small groups and on a 1:1 basis with individual pupils.

As a Learning Support Assistant / LSA you will foster the participation of pupils in the social and academic processes of the school, enabling pupils to become more independent learners.


DUTIES

Your duties as a Learning Support Assistant / LSA will include:

• Implement lesson plans, deal with pupil behaviour and make judgements about pupil progress/pupil needs normally in conjunction with the teacher

• Work with individual or groups of children, assist in ensuring pupils are kept on task and complete activities set by the teachers

• Deal with behavioural and special needs issues in conjunction with the teacher

• Help implement lesson plans

• Assist with testing and assessment

• Review progress against learning programmes

• Implement curriculum policies

• Work with outside agencies

• Undertake playtime supervision

• Attend training as and when required

• Be flexible to meet the needs of the school either working 1:1 with an SEN child or providing class support

• Maintain confidentiality and hold the trust and confidence of both pupils and teachers

• Work with ‘children come first’ attitude, adhering to safeguarding and child protection policies and procedures to maintain the safety and wellbeing of all children

• Provide lunchtime supervision, either in the dining hall or on the playground

• Administer first aid in the case of a minor accident acting on the advice of the registered first-aider

• Be responsible for organising play activities in the playground or indoors if a wet playtime


CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Have a child-centred approach

• Be able to create a structure for children with SEND needs

• Have the ability to work in an Early Years, KS1 or KS2 setting

• Have the ability to work under pressure and to a fixed timetable

• Have experience of working with children with social/communication difficulties in a small group setting

• Have the ability to keep pupils motivated and engaged

• Have a calm but firm approach

• Be able to adapt and think on your feet

• Be flexible and willing to learn

• Be able to attune to a child’s emotional needs

• Be able to work as part of a team, learning with and from other colleagues

• Be able to work independently and on your own initiative

• Have excellent communication skills, both oral and written

• Demonstrate excellent behaviour management skills

• Understand confidentiality and safeguarding procedures


BENEFITS

Benefits of working for the trust include:

• Friendly and sociable colleagues
• Staff membership rates to the modern Leisure Centre
• Enrolment in one of the UK’s Largest public sector pension schemes
• A tax efficient Cycle-to-Work scheme through salary sacrifice


The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. They will ensure that all recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

We reserve the right to close any of our vacancies early.


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Classroom Assistant – Teaching Assistant – Learning Mentor

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What skills and experience we're looking for



• A passion for education and a desire to make a positive impact on young people.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with students, teachers, and parents.
• Strong organisational and planning abilities to manage time effectively and support diverse learning needs.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.









What the school offers its staff



• The opportunity to play a vital role in shaping young minds and fostering a love of learning.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued.
• Professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge.
• The chance to be part of a dynamic and passionate school community.









If you are a highly motivated individual, perhaps considering teaching in the future or seeking a new challenge while working term time only, and if you have a genuine interest in supporting students in their educational journey, we encourage you to apply!



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



Job Information



Are you able to work successfully with boys who have complex neurodevelopment disorders such as ADHD / FASD / PDA / PTSD / ODD /Sp.LD / ASD or developmental delay?



Can you keep your head in a crisis?



Can you empathise with chronic social difficulties, and yet keep firm professional boundaries?



Can you maintain professional boundaries whilst working very closely with pupils and their families?



If so, we would like to hear from you!



The Polygon School is a specialist school that supports, educates and helps to make a difference to the lives of 72 young men with social, emotional and mental health issues. All Pupils attending this school hold an Education, Health Care Plan.



The Polygon School is looking for enthusiastic and passionate individuals to work with pupils unable to access mainstream education and may be of interest to a new graduate who is considering a career in education or to an experienced person looking for a interesting career change.



Your role will be to work alongside and support the pupils throughout the school day, to ensure that they can participate in all learning situations and to help them build up their self-esteem and improve their academic progress, so they can achieve their full potential.



This is a challenging yet rewarding role so strong interpersonal skills are required as well as a willingness to support challenging pupils on a daily basis. Specific training will be given to enable you to carry out this element of the role.



Previous experience of working within an SEMH Provision is desirable but training will be available for the right candidate.



What the school offers its staff

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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.

Prospero Teaching work closely with high achieving schools based in Winchester and our schools are currently seeking a creative and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join them. This is for a full time, on-going position, starting ASAP.

Working 1:1 and in groups with SEN pupils.

The successful candidate will be able to provide exceptional support to students in KS1 & KS2 and demonstrate good behaviour and classroom assistance/management.

Are you a graduate/individual looking for your next career opportunity within education? Do you have experience working with children and young people? We would love to hear from you.

Contracts/Positions Details
- Location: Winchester
- Position - KS1/KS2 Teaching Assistant
- Type of work- Full Time
- Contract - Long term
- Start Date- ASAP
- Duration - Ongoing
- Minimum rate of pay - Minimum rate £70
- Hours- 08:30 - 3:30

Your responsibilities will include;
- Classroom support - activities, organisation, engagement, behaviour, emotional support
- Working with children on a one-to-one basis or in small groups
- Support in therapy sessions
- Break/Lunch time supervision
- Keeping progress reports

Experience, Training and Qualifications
- Teaching Assistant qualification (preferable but not essential)
- Previous experience working in a UK School
- Experience working with children in education or in a similar setting
- Up-to-date Safeguarding training issued in the last year (desirable however not essential as training can be provided)

To be Eligible for this role through Prospero Teaching, you must:
- Hold Right to Work in the UK
- Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
- Provide two professional references

OTHER

If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up to date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.
- Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate:
- Free, accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management

You can find further details about the job, organisational structure, recruitment profile, expected outcomes and benefits information in the attached Job Description and other supporting documents. If you like what you have read and think you have the skills and experience, we need then don't delay, apply today! We get lots of applications for our roles and so we sometimes have to close our posts early. Don't miss out!Secondments Applicants from within the NHS will be offered on a secondment basis only, agreement should be obtained from their employer prior to submitting the application. Pay progression Applicants will commence at the bottom of Band 3 with a full-time starting salary of £22,816, with a pay step increase after 2 years service.These salaries are offered in accordance with NHS Terms and Conditions and NHSEPay Progression Policy and are subject to annual cost of living review.