Total 61 Education / Training job vacancies in Blackpool, FY3 8NR

What skills and experience we're looking for

Join Team FCAT

Fylde Coast Academy Trust (FCAT) was established in 2012. Our trust aims to ensure first class learning opportunities for all young people across the Fylde Coast and across Lancashire. The trust has grown to include 10 academies with primary, secondary and all through as well as the Central Services and School Improvement team. Our values of excellence, integrity and resilience guide us to be thebest we can be. Learners are at the heart of what we do and their outcomes and successes are what drive us.

As a Multi-Academy Trust we work in partnership with educational institutions locally to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing, which is critical to our culture of continuous improvement. Full information about the trust and its work can be found on our websitewww.fcat.org.uk

About Aspire Academy

Blackpool Aspire Academy opened in 2014 after Bispham High School and Collegiate High School merged together. The school moved into its current building in 2015, and shares an entrance with Highfurlong School. The FCAT (Fylde Coast Academy Trust) sponsor the school.

Blackpool Aspire Academy has the motto: “Success, nothing less!” It hopes that all pupils aspire to achieve their potential in a stimulating learning environment. The school follows six core values under the acronym ASPIRE: achievement and attainment, success, progress, inspiration, resilience and enriched opportunities. Being a kind and considerate member of the school’s community is vital and pupils are taught to be sensitive to other people’s feelings.

Students are encouraged to follow their goals and many extra-curricular activities are organised to help pursue new interests and develop skills. Learning opportunities are extended outside the classroom with a range of academic clubs.

Ofsted -“Pupils are prepared to progress to the next stage of education, training or employment. There is a comprehensive careers strategy in place that focuses on raising pupils’ future aspirations when they leave school. There are many opportunities for pupils to develop leadership skills, including pupil parliament representatives in each year group, and these help prepare them well for the future. Since the school opened, the number of pupils who have not moved on to education, employment and training has significantly reduced”.

What the school offers its staff

Why choose FCAT?

• Ongoing CPD includingNew- Developing and Implementing an Outward Mindset
• New-Automatic annual pay progression for all teachers
• Membership of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS) with employer contributions of 23.68%
• Modern school building with excellent facilities for learners and colleagues
• 24/7 access to free health support services via Smartclinic
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free annual flu vaccine
• Blackpool Council travel discount
• Childcare voucher scheme
• Free eye tests
• Commitment to our Team FCAT Work and Wellbeing Charter

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.

Driving Instructor Position available in Blackpool.

Part and Full Time positions available

Key Duties
Working with a variety of people from all walks of life and backgrounds.
Helping develop your customers skill level.
Be able to explain driving techniques clearly.

Applicants Attributes
Applicant will have great communication skills, a willingness to learn and the drive to teach others.
Applicant should be an enthusiastic individual, being able to motivate others.

Benefits of being a driving instructor
Excellent earning potential of £30,000+ per annum
Flexible working hours
Working close to home
Be your own boss
Training vehicle can be provided (if required)

Being able to manage your own working hours and being out and about is a great feeling. You get a wonderful sense of achievement from being your own boss and this sort of flexibility really allows you to take charge of your own business and your life. Take holidays when you like and organize your students around your life.

To apply for our role, you need to meet the following criteria

Have held a full UK driving licence (or approved foreign licence) for at least 2 1/2 years
Have not been banned from driving in the last 4 years
Have no more than 6 points on your licence.

Applicant ideally will be a fully qualified driving instructor although if not, full training can be provided.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Who we’re looking for

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

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

You will have:

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

What the school offers its staff

About Highfield Leadership Academy

Highfield Leadership Academy is a state-of-the-art secondary school for 11 to 16 year olds in Blackpool. We joined Star Academies in 2016 and, like all Star schools, we have a leadership specialism.

We are a rapidly improving school with high ambitions and expectations for all of our pupils. We provide a knowledge-based academic curriculum alongside a rich and diverse leadership programme that grows character and inspires charitable and social action. Our pursuit of educational excellence is based upon our fundamental belief that every pupil has the capacity to become a successful and inspirational leader.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

1. To share knowledge with multidisciplinary teams in primary, secondary care and voluntary sectors. 2. To participate and be aware of current trends and developments within research and innovation. 3. To participate in research initiatives. 4. To maintain a continuing practice development plan and provide evidence of the same.

The Assistant Research Practitioner will work collaboratively within a team of Research Nurses and Practitioners working on NIHR portfolio, commercial and academic studies within a flexible research workforce to ensure a seamless care for research participants at the trust covering a 24 hour 7 day service.

The Assistance Research Practitioner will communicate with patients and relatives in regard to research participation under the supervision and guidance of the research nurse team. The post holder will assist in the collection and management of data and assist in the timely reporting of information to the relevant bodies. Flexibility is essential as the post holder may work in numerous clinical areas across the trust which will be determined by the research study workload and activity. The post holder adheres to departmental, hospital and National Institute for Health Research policies, established health professional procedures and practices.

1. The Assistance Research Practitioner will assist with programmes for recruitment, enrolment, screening and retention of research subjects for all research studies and act as a lead for observational studies as appropriate in accordance with the protocol and International Conference on Harmonisation of technical requirements for Registration of Pharmaceuticals for human use (ICH) God Clinical Practice Standards.

2. The Assistant research Practitioner will assist the team in the implementation of protocols in accordance with research parameters as set out by the Chief and Principle Investigators.

3. The Assistant Research Practitioner will contribute to appropriate data collection systems for patient data and monitoring data., in accordance with the research protocol.

4. The Assistance Research Practitioner will maintain good liaison with research subjects using excellent communication skills by telephone or face to face, in either hospital or community settings, keeping documented evidence of the same.

5. The Assistance Research Practitioner collaborates with Investigators, Regulatory bodies and ancillary departments.







1. To have a good knowledge of clinical research, underpinned by ICH Good Clinical Practice Training.

2. To work within professional guidelines relating to Code of Conduct, confidentiality, accountability and scope of professional practice.

3. To provide a high standard of evidence-based care to patients whilst attending patients in the community and within the hospital.

4. To work as part of the research nurse team with a flexible approach to workload schedules.

5. To facilitate effective communication, written, verbal, electronic.

6. To ack as the patients advocate.

7. To liaise with the multidisciplinary team as appropriate in the delivery of support and care to the patients.

8. To have strong interpersonal communication skills, having the ability to communicate with empathy in potentially sensitive, controversial situations with patients who have given written consent to participate in the clinical trial to become research subjects.

9. Actively seeks to promote health by providing evidence-based information in a sensitive empathetic manner.

10.To have a personal duty of care in relation to the care and working knowledge of equipment required for the research study.

11.To maintain accurate records in line with professional guidelines and local policy using paper based and electronic systems.



1. To share knowledge with multidisciplinary teams in primary, secondary care and voluntary sectors.

2. To participate and be aware of current trends and developments within research and innovation.

3. To participate in research initiatives.

4. To maintain a continuing practice development plan and provide evidence of the same.


This advert closes on Thursday 7 Nov 2024

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The Role

Contract: Temporary (31st August 2025)

Hours: 32.50

Salary: £31,650 - £49,084 (M1-UPS3)

Closing Date: Monday 11th November at 11am

Roseacre Primary Academy is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, dedicated Classroom Teacher, who has a passion for teaching and learning.

This post will commence on 1st January 2025.

Applications from ECTs are welcome.

In particular we are looking to appoint a teacher who is:

• An excellent, highly skilled class teacher who will put the children first and who will continually strive for high standards from themselves and pupils.
• Flexible with the ability to adapt and accommodate changes.
• Fully committed to inclusion and continually strives for the highest standards.
• Caring and committed to do their best every day. Recognising their commitment to professional development in line with the school's supportive CPD programme.
• A strong, resilient team player who is passionate about teaching and learning.
• Nurturing, energetic and has the ability to think outside the box in order to inspire, engage and motivate our pupils.

In return we can offer:

• The chance to be part of a dedicated and supportive team of professionals who strive for excellence in everything they do.
• Opportunities of professional development.
• Well resourced school and facilities.
• Polite, hardworking children who enjoy coming to school.

At Roseacre Primary Academy we foster a shared vision of “Excellence for All Excellence from All”, encouraging every child and adult to give their best and to expect the best in return. We are extremely proud of our school and we place great emphasis on our ability to provide a caring, secure and welcome environment for both pupils and staff members.

The ethos of the academy is evident as you walk around the school, take in the displays, soak up the atmosphere and speak to children and staff. The Roseacre Values of Respect, Excellence, Determination, Tolerance, Courage and Honesty are high profile and children’s achievements are detailed and celebrated in weekly assemblies. The Roseacre expectations ensure that our high expectations of behaviour are clear and that every child has the chance to make appropriate choices and achieve.

We capture the hearts and minds of the children by offering a balanced, broad and relevant curriculum that enables all children to access quality learning opportunities and promotes their intellectual, personal, social, physical, moral, spiritual and cultural development.

Please contact Michelle Booth (Operations Manager - mbooth@roseacre.atctrust.org.uk) if you would like to arrange a visit to the school or if you would like further information regarding the role.

Applications must be made via our website. We cannot accept CVs or applications made on any other job boards (see below link)

- https://atctrust.face-ed.co.uk/Vacancies/Detail?campaignRef=SCH-ATCT-0333

Safeguarding Information

AtC Trust and its Schools are committed to safeguarding children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service which will require you to disclose all unspent/unfiltered criminal convictions.

Achievement Through Collaboration Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination, and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

We understand how important choosing the right school is and so, on behalf of our children and staff, we warmly invite you to visit our school and experience for yourself the quality of education we offer.

Job Description
Person Specification

What skills and experience we're looking for

Join Team FCAT

Fylde Coast Academy Trust (FCAT) was established in 2012. Our trust aims to ensure first class learning opportunities for all young people across the Fylde Coast and across Lancashire. The trust has grown to include 10 academies with primary, secondary and all through as well as the Central Services and School Improvement team. Our values of excellence, integrity and resilience guide us to be the best we can be. Learners are at the heart of what we do and their outcomes and successes are what drive us.

As a Multi-Academy Trust we work in partnership with educational institutions locally to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing, which is critical to our culture of continuous improvement. Full information about the trust and its work can be found on our website www.fcat.org.uk

About Unity Academy Blackpool

Unity Academy is an all through school for children aged 2-16, we are an inclusive academy which is committed to providing the best possible education for all the children within our care. Our curriculum is developed to ensure progression across all ages with many of our systems and processes being designed to work for children right the way through the school. The school motto is ‘In Unity, we succeed’ and this is at the heart of what we believe, In Unity everyone works together to be successful. The staff team and supportive ethos amongst colleagues is second to none and this complements the support, care and guidance we provide to children. The academy is absolutely committed to developing our staff and this is achieved through twice weekly deliberate practice sessions for classroom facing staff. These sessions are underpinned by our Trauma Informed Practice and Arbinger Outward Mindset which is shared with all staff.

This post represents an excellent opportunity for any individual who wishes to join a strong team at our academy as we continue our journey to being the best we can be.

What the school offers its staff

Why choose FCAT?

• Ongoing CPD including New - Developing and Implementing an Outward Mindset
• New - Automatic annual pay progression for all teachers
• Membership of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS) with employer contributions of 23.68%
• Modern school building with excellent facilities for learners and colleagues
• 24/7 access to free health support services via Smartclinic
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free annual flu vaccine
• Blackpool Council travel discount
• Childcare voucher scheme
• Free eye tests
• Commitment to our Team FCAT Work and Wellbeing Charter

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

Thank you for considering St. Mary's Catholic Academy for the next stage in your career. We are seeking to appoint a talented female PE teacher to teach around 0.4 of a timetable of girls PE. There is the option to fill the remainder of the timetable as a cover supervisor for interested candidates - the combined role would include PPA time. Candidates can choose to apply for just the PE role or the PE role plus the cover supervisor role, with a start date of 1st January 2025. An earlier start date is possible should you be available. The successful candidate will be able to teach PE at Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, with the potential for teaching some Key Stage 5 in time. The approximate actual salary based on an M1 teacher at 0.4 would be £12,660.00, and an NJC Grade E Cover Supervisor for 19.5 hours would be £12,015.00 with a total of £24,675.00 per annum. We have designed this role to present an opportunity for either a part-time or full-time position.

QUALIFICATIONS
• Qualified teacher status at graduate level.
• PE or Sport Degree/Degree containing substantial PE element.
• Recent professional development/teaching placement relevant to the post.

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE and APTITUDE
• A clear philosophy for the teaching of PE.
• Knowledge of some strategies that will enhance learning and raise the attainment of all students in PE.
• Ability to use ICT to transform learning.
• Effective communicator – verbally and in writing.

PERSONAL QUALITIES
• Ability to form good relationships with both colleagues and students.
• Commitment to actively supporting the distinctive ethos of the school.
• Commitment to assisting with the development of extra-curricular activities.
• Resilience, commitment, ability to work under pressure and a sense of humour.
• An excellent attendance and punctuality record. (Please note that excellent attendance is considered to be 95% attendance over the past two academic years. Directors will take note of one off illnesses/absences and individual circumstances).
• High expectations of all students.
• Enthusiasm for career development.

Closing date for applications: Monday 28th October 2024 - midday
Shortlisting date: Monday 28th October 2024
Interview date: Thursday 31st October 2024

Teacher Post Details:
Grade: Teachers’ Pay Scale
Salary: £12,660.00 actual salary based on M1
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 13 hours per week (0.4 FTE)
Start Date: 1st January 2025 or October 2024

Cover Supervisor Post Details:
Grade: NJC pay Grade E scale point range 12 - 17
Salary: £12,015.00 actual salary based on scale point 12
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 19.5 per week
Start Date: 1st January 2025 or October 2024

Please refer to the application pack for further details.

What the school offers its staff

St. Mary’s is a highly regarded, oversubscribed and successful school with:

• A caring ethos and high standards.
• An Outstanding Diocesan Inspection Report (March 2017)
• A full Ofsted Inspection of St Mary’s in May 2022 was extremely positive and confirmed that St Mary’s Catholic Academy continues to be good in all areas. You can read a copy of the report on the Academy's website.
• An outstanding induction programme, friendly staff, high quality professional cover supervisors, ICT technicians and admin support and a strong family ethos which make St. Mary’s a great place to work.
• State of the art facilities housed in our £22.5 million pound refurbished campus.

We would be delighted to receive your application.

Commitment to safeguarding

BEBCMAT is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners, staff and visitors. All posts are subject to: ● DBS ● Medical clearance ● Verification of qualifications and National Insurance number. ● Two references including a judgement about suitability to work with children. ● A member of the interview panel will be trained in implementing Child Protection procedures. ● In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, online search be carried out. For teaching positions, barred list checks and prohibition from teaching checks will be carried out. For leadership positions, section 128 checks will be performed.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Join Team FCAT

Fylde Coast Academy Trust (FCAT) was established in 2012. Our trust aims to ensure first class learning opportunities for all young people across the Fylde Coast and across Lancashire. The trust has grown to include 10 academies with primary, secondary and all through as well as the Central Services and School Improvement team. Our values of excellence, integrity and resilience guide us to be thebest we can be. Learners are at the heart of what we do and their outcomes and successes are what drive us.

As a Multi-Academy Trust we work in partnership with educational institutions locally to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing, which is critical to our culture of continuous improvement. Full information about the trust and its work can be found on our websitewww.fcat.org.uk

About Aspire Academy

Blackpool Aspire Academy opened in 2014 after Bispham High School and Collegiate High School merged together. The school moved into its current building in 2015, and shares an entrance with Highfurlong School. The FCAT (Fylde Coast Academy Trust) sponsor the school.

Blackpool Aspire Academy has the motto: “Success, nothing less!” It hopes that all pupils aspire to achieve their potential in a stimulating learning environment. The school follows six core values under the acronym ASPIRE: achievement and attainment, success, progress, inspiration, resilience and enriched opportunities. Being a kind and considerate member of the school’s community is vital and pupils are taught to be sensitive to other people’s feelings.

Students are encouraged to follow their goals and many extra-curricular activities are organised to help pursue new interests and develop skills. Learning opportunities are extended outside the classroom with a range of academic clubs.

Ofsted -“Pupils are prepared to progress to the next stage of education, training or employment. There is a comprehensive careers strategy in place that focuses on raising pupils’ future aspirations when they leave school. There are many opportunities for pupils to develop leadership skills, including pupil parliament representatives in each year group, and these help prepare them well for the future. Since the school opened, the number of pupils who have not moved on to education, employment and training has significantly reduced”.

What the school offers its staff

Why choose FCAT?

• Ongoing CPD includingNew- Developing and Implementing an Outward Mindset
• New-Automatic annual pay progression for all teachers
• Membership of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS) with employer contributions of 23.68%
• Modern school building with excellent facilities for learners and colleagues
• 24/7 access to free health support services via Smartclinic
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free annual flu vaccine
• Blackpool Council travel discount
• Childcare voucher scheme
• Free eye tests
• Commitment to our Team FCAT Work and Wellbeing Charter

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

Join Team FCAT

Fylde Coast Academy Trust (FCAT) was established in 2012. Our trust aims to ensure first class learning opportunities for all young people across the Fylde Coast and across Lancashire. The trust has grown to include 10 academies with primary, secondary and all through as well as the Central Services and School Improvement team. Our values of excellence, integrity and resilience guide us to be the best we can be. Learners are at the heart of what we do and their outcomes and successes are what drive us.

As a Multi-Academy Trust we work in partnership with educational institutions locally to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing, which is critical to our culture of continuous improvement. Full information about the trust and its work can be found on our website

About Armfield Academy

Armfield Academy is an all-through school for children aged 3-16, we are an inclusive academy, which is committed to providing the best possible education for all the children within our care. We, at Armfield Academy, are committed to achieving the very best educational outcomes for every one of our learners. We do this by putting each child’s diverse, social and learning needs with the appropriate level of challenge and care at the heart of all aspects of our work. Our curriculum is ambitious and uncompromising and provides a solid foundation upon which all our students can thrive and succeed. “Leaders have created a clearly designed curriculum, which builds from when children join in their Reception Year through to the end of Year 11.” (Ofsted February 2023).

Our vision comes to life in our clearly articulated values, which are pride in our Academy; ‘An Academy to be Proud of’; respect for each other; integrity in all that we seek to achieve and the wholehearted pursuit of excellence in both academic attainment and social accomplishments, which are underpinned through promoting resilience in all our learners in all phases. In working towards making these values visible in every learner, we strive to provide a safe, healthy, stimulating and exciting environment for all to work, learn and play in, and in which access for all to a broad, balanced and relevant curriculum is free and equal. “Leaders and trustees have created a clear and ambitious vision for this school and its role in the local community. Staff and pupils understand and support this vision.” (Ofsted February 2023).

All pupils in all phases are encouraged to develop lively and enquiring minds, to be capable of independent thought and to appreciate those areas of knowledge and understanding, which will nurture wisdom, enabling them to take responsibility for themselves and their actions, and prepare them for future life, employment and happiness. Academic excellence, respect and tolerance for others, resilience, self-discipline and self-confidence form the basis of our school's philosophy.

This post represents an excellent opportunity for any individual who wishes to join a strong team at our academy as we continue our journey to becoming the very best that we can be. “Leaders have given high priority to providing pupils with information about possible careers and the next steps they may need to take to achieve them.” (Ofsted February 2023).

What the school offers its staff

Why choose FCAT?

• Ongoing CPD including New - Developing and Implementing an Outward Mindset
• New - Automatic annual pay progression for all teachers
• Membership of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS) with employer contributions of 23.68%
• Modern school building with excellent facilities for learners and colleagues
• 24/7 access to free health support services via Smartclinic
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free annual flu vaccine
• Blackpool Council travel discount
• Childcare voucher scheme
• Free eye tests
• Commitment to our Team FCAT Work and Wellbeing Charter

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

The Role:

Blackpool and The Fylde College (B&FC) is excited to invite applications for a dynamic and passionate Lecturer in GCSE and/or Functional Skills Maths. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our learners while working within a vibrant and supportive academic environment.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

As a Maths Lecturer, your role will be key to delivering engaging, inclusive learning experiences. You will:

Deliver and manage high-quality teaching and assessment in GCSE and Functional Skills Maths.
Assist with curriculum development to enhance student learning and outcomes.
Support student recruitment, retention, and achievement, offering guidance and developmental support.
Use innovative teaching methods, both online and face-to-face, to engage and inspire students.
Contribute to the academic community through professional development, research, and scholarship.
Why Join Us?

At B&FC, you’ll be part of a fun, forward-thinking team that’s passionate about education. This role offers the opportunity to shape future professionals while continuing your own growth in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Interested? Apply Early!

We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. If this sounds like the role for you, submit your application today!

Rewards and Benefits
Enhanced leave allowance of 50 days (full-time equivalent), inclusive of bank holidays
Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave
Competitive pension scheme:
Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS) - 28.68% employer contribution
Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) - 19.3% employer contribution
Extensive professional development opportunities for all, with B&FC choosing to invest circa. £1.8m annually in colleague development and professional qualifications
Agile working opportunities
Enhanced Family friendly policies
Extensive wellbeing provision including, but not limited to:
Access to funded Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) available 24/7, 365 days a year
Occupational Health
FREE Flu Vouchers for those not entitled through the NHS
FREE eye tests
Dedicated Wellbeing Hub available to all colleagues containing rich and varied content with resources relating to emotional, physical, financial and social wellbeing
FREE healthy breakfast
Sports facilities including fully equipped gym and discounted memberships
Health and beauty salon
Trim Trails on Campus (guided routes for walks)
Onsite food outlets and Starbucks at subsidised rates
FREE car parking
Car lease scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Onsite kids ‘Sports Camp’ 8am – 5pm during selected half-term breaks


B&FC is committed to the promotion of Equality, Diversity & Inclusion in all resourcing practices. Please email jobs@blackpool.ac.uk should a specific adjustment be required to support in the application and selection process

B&FC is dedicated to safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of all learners, and expects all colleagues to share in this commitment. As such, employment at B&FC is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check via the Disclosure and Barring Service. For further information on DBS, please click here

The amendments to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020) provides that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’. This means that they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website. Check whether your conviction or caution is spent by visiting Disclosure Calculator

The post-holder will be responsible for ensuring patients treatments, assessments (including sample collections), follow-ups and data collection are conducted according to the appropriate research protocols ensuring all clinical research activity is ICH GCP and UK Policy Framework in Health and Social Care compliant. The postholder must be able to prioritise research activity as necessary thus ensuring study timelines and recruitment targets are met The postholder will be expected to provide information and support for participants and their carers involved in our research projects ensuring that they are at the centre of everything we do. The postholder will maintain a high standard of patient care in line with NMC Code of Professional Conduct and adhere to Layton Medical Centre policies and procedures. You will be expected to work on a daily basis with minimum supervision, but you may also be asked to provide mentorship /clinical supervision to more junior members of the team as required and as appropriate. You will also be expected to provide back up to other members of the team as required. As part of the role you may be required to visit other NHS sites and participants homes. The post holder will have strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, excellent time management and organisational skills and be able to work under pressure. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES To communicate information about studies according to specific protocols and guidelines. To ensure participants/carers are provided with written information relevant to the research study and are given the opportunity to discuss the research study or clinical trial adequately at the outset and during the course of the research or clinical trial in which they are being asked to participate (i.e. informed consent). The postholder must be highly proficient in IT skills as we utilise multiple electronic systems on a daily basis. You will be expected to provide information/reports on recruitment as required. Maintain accurate patient trial documentation, complete Case Report Forms, which includes the extensive use of electronic data capture systems and ensure relevant information is recorded in patient's medical notes. Perform phlebotomy, and record ECGs where appropriate. With appropriate training, process and dispatch biological samples as required. Administer trial medication, as required. Observe patients and monitor treatment toxicity/side effects; escalating findings accordingly. Report all adverse events/serious adverse events that occur in a timely manner as part of the clinical research in accordance with our procedures for pharmacovigilance, the trial protocol and your delegated responsibilities. OTHER DUTIES To attend internal and stakeholder meetings as appropriate including sponsor and investigator meetings for specific research studies. To provide line management to junior staff if required To provide training to non-clinical research staff if required. To liaise with other research staff locally and nationally. Provide annual leave and sickness cover for others in the team To undertake any other duties, which may be required from time to time, as are consistent with the responsibilities of the grade and needs of the service. To provide support to the GP Practice should the service demand. OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES IN THE ORGANISATION Awareness of and compliance with all relevant policies/guidelines, e.g. prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health and safety. A commitment to life-long learning and audit to ensure evidence-based best practice. Contribute to evaluation/audit and clinical standard setting within the organisation. CONFIDENTIALITY In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately. In the performance of the duties outlined in this Job Description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, Layton Medical Centre staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to Layton Medical Centre as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential. Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of Layton Medical Centre may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with Layton Medical Centre policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data. EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include: Acting in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with Layton Medical Centre procedures and policies, and current legislation. Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues. Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights. PERSONAL/PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT In addition to maintaining continued education through attendance at any courses and/or study days necessary to ensure that professional development requirements for the NMC are met, the post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by Layton Medical Centre as part of this employment, such training to include: Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or continuing professional development. Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work. QUALITY & CQC The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within FCCR at Layton Medical Centre, and will: Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk. Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision. Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance. Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs. Effectively manage own time, workload and resources. Work in ways required by CQC standards. COMMUNICATION The post-holder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to: Communicate effectively with other team members. Communicate effectively with patients and carers. Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly. CONTRIBUTION TO THE IMPLEMENTATION OF SERVICES The post-holder will: Apply Layton Medical Centre policies, standards and guidance. Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own work.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for a Director of Learning for Science with a proven track record of success in improving standards and raising pupil outcomes. We want to hear from talented middle leaders looking to extend their experience, and outstanding, ambitious teachers seeking their first middle leadership post.

As an experienced teacher, you will develop an exciting curriculum that suits every type of learner and have the resolve to make a real difference to the lives of our young people. The successful candidate will be a committed team player with excellent organisational and motivational skills.

You will be able to demonstrate the ability to lead a successful faculty drawing on your extensive teaching and leadership experience. As a Star middle leader, you’ll join the Star Academies family, a high-performing and supportive network of primary and secondary schools with some of the best leaders in education.

You will have:

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

What the school offers its staff

About Highfield Leadership Academy

Highfield Leadership Academy is a state-of-the-art secondary school for 11 to 16 year olds in Blackpool. We joined Star Academies in 2016 and, like all Star schools, we have a leadership specialism.

We are a rapidly improving school with high ambitions and expectations for all of our pupils. We provide a knowledge-based academic curriculum alongside a rich and diverse leadership programme that grows character and inspires charitable and social action. Our pursuit of educational excellence is based upon our fundamental belief that every pupil has the capacity to become a successful and inspirational leader.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

The ideal candidate will:

 Be dynamic, innovative and inspirational in the classroom;

 Have the ability to engage, inspire and build excellent relationships with both students and staff;

 Be a committed team player;

 Be committed to raising standards of attainment and developing the success of the College;

 Be passionate and ambitious about their own career development

What the school offers its staff

This is an exciting time to join a College and a Trust that values all its staff, and provides a range of benefits including a competitive salary, pension scheme, family friendly policies, access to wellbeing services, cycle to work scheme and continued professional development

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Thank you for considering St. Mary's Catholic Academy for the next stage in your career. We are seeking to appoint a talented Learning Support Assistant to support students in the learning support department at St Mary’s.

Purpose of the role
To work with teachers to support teaching and learning, providing general and specific assistance to pupils and staff under the direction, guidance and direct supervision of the classroom teacher.

Responsibilities
Key duties:

• Work with individuals or groups of pupils in the classroom under the direct supervision of teaching staff and provide feedback to the teacher
• Support pupils to understand instructions support independent learning and inclusion of all pupils
• Support the teacher in behaviour management and keeping pupils on task
• Support pupils in social, health and emotional well-being, reporting problems to the teacher as appropriate
• Prepare and clear up learning environment and resources, including photocopying, filing and the display and presentation of pupils work and contribute to maintaining a safe environment.
• Responsible for the careful and safe use equipment, such as play and standard ICT equipment
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to safeguarding procedures
• Demonstrate and adhere to the school’s health and safety policies and procedures

Teaching Assistants in this role may also:

• Record basic pupil data
• Support children’s learning through play
• Assist with break-time supervision including facilitating games and activities
• Assist with escorting pupils on educational visits
• Support pupils in using basic ICT
• Invigilate exams and tests
• Assist pupils with eating, dressing and hygiene, as required, whilst encouraging independence.
• Demonstrate own duties to new or less experienced staff

Indicative knowledge, skills and experience

• Level 2 NVQ and Level 2 certificate in supporting teaching and learning on the Qualification and Credit Framework.
• Knowledge and compliance with policies and procedures relevant to child protection and health and safety.
• Good interpersonal skills

Closing date for applications: Monday 14th October 2024 - midday
Shortlisting date: Monday 14th October 2024
Interview dates: Thursday 17th or Friday 18th October 2024 - TBC

Post Details:
Grade: NJC pay Grade B, scale point range 3-4
Salary: Full time equivalent £22,737.00 - actual pro rata starting salary approx. £13,433.00
Contract: Permanent, term time only
Hours: 26 per week, Tuesday-Friday 08:30-15:30
Start Date: As soon as possible after 28th October 2024

Please refer to the application pack for further details.

What the school offers its staff

St. Mary’s is a highly regarded, oversubscribed and successful school with:

• A caring ethos and high standards.
• An Outstanding Diocesan Inspection Report (March 2017) and “Good” Ofsted Report (May 2022) .
• An outstanding induction programme, friendly staff, high quality professional cover supervisors, ICT technicians and admin support and a strong family ethos which make St. Mary’s a great place to work.
• State of the art facilities housed in our £22.5 million pound refurbished campus.

We would be delighted to receive your application.

Commitment to safeguarding

BEBCMAT is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners, staff and visitors. All posts are subject to: ● DBS ● Medical clearance ● Verification of qualifications and National Insurance number. ● Two references including a judgement about suitability to work with children. ● A member of the interview panel will be trained in implementing Child Protection procedures. ● In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, online search be carried out. For teaching positions, barred list checks and prohibition from teaching checks will be carried out. For leadership positions, section 128 checks will be performed.