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What skills and experience we're looking for

Location:

This advertisement will show a location of Digital Media Centre in Barnsley as that is where our central team are based. We have two Senior Site Operative positions currently available, these posts are new and are to enhance the service we offer to our academies. The two posts will work flexibly across the academies in North Yorkshire, Leeds and Bradford. A van will be available for journeys during the day.

Wellspring is a growing community of Primary, Secondary, Special and Alternative Provision Academies across Yorkshire and Lincolnshire. We believe in making a real difference by improving the lives and life chances of every young person in our care. Our Academies are vibrant, autonomous, community focused and highly successful. Whether at the start of their school life or heading into adulthood, we treat all our pupils with ‘unconditional positive regard.’ This means we focus on understanding each child as an individual and meeting their own, unique needs.

At Wellspring, we have always talked about ethics and values as the heart of our culture. They have been our guiding lights. We have taken the harder path many times to remain true to our values. Our leaders are the custodians of our values.

Wellspring has ambitious plans to grow over the next five years, building on our strong reputation and performance to date. At the heart of this growth are our people and the culture they own. We have earned our success thus far by empowering leaders within the context of a comprehensive and robust Trust-wide monitoring and risk assurance framework.

We aim to raise expectations and ambitions for every young person in our care. We aim to make a difference.

Purpose of the post:

• To lead and focus on compliance and maintenance across the North Yorkshire cluster of schools
• To provide a comprehensive, customer led, estates and facilities service across multiple academies within the Trust, ensuring the efficient and effective running of all aspects of estates related operations.
• To ensure our Academies premises are maintained to a high standard.
• To ensure the estates team deliver a clean, safe, secure learning and working environment.
• To supervise site operatives regarding day to day duties as required.

Main Responsibilities:

• Monitor and update the estates management system (TRM) across multiple sites, which monitors compliance areas in terms of health and safety and estates management, for example, statutory inspections around fire, legionella, gas safety, etc.
• Support and provide training to users of TRM, ensuring they are equipped to effectively use the system.
• Assist with the implementation of systems, policies and procedures to ensure the smooth operations of the Academy sites.
• Make a significant contribution to the development of the Academy sites to continually improve the buildings, sites, grounds to benefit pupils, staff and to enhance teaching and learning functions.
• Contribute to the longer term 5-year cycle of estates management maintenance plans.
• Assist with the inspection and condition of school grounds, buildings, building services and facilities.
• Assist with the co-ordination of specialist contractors and participate in out of hours’ emergency call outs.
• Undertake planned preventative maintenance (PPM) within skills set, for example, fault finding, repairs, minor improvement works across the sites.
• Perform a wide range of the work of other trades as skill level permits.
• Ensure that in carrying out all duties there is a compliance with statutory regulations, current legislation and local codes of practice and policies

For any queries, please contact Clare Stevens at:c.stevens@wellspringacademies.org.uk

We are committed to equal opportunities and to promoting diversity. We want our people to reflect the diversity of our communities, and we welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, especially from under-represented groups, including those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities.

Wellspring Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. All posts are offered subject to enhanced DBS checks. As this role involves working with children in regulated activity, please note that it is an offence to apply for the role if barred from engaging in regulated activity with children .

References will be requested and an online search carried out for shortlisted candidates, prior to attendance at interview. Further pre-employment checks, including prohibition from teaching, childcare disqualification and section 128 checks, if deemed relevant for the role, will be completed for the successful candidate upon acceptance of the post.

If you are currently living overseas or have lived / worked overseas in the last five years please be aware that you will be required to provide an overseas criminal records check from the country/countries you have resided in, if you are the preferred candidate for the post.

What the school offers its staff

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Commitment to safeguarding

Wellspring Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. All posts are offered subject to enhanced DBS checks. References will be requested and an online search carried out for shortlisted candidates, prior to attendance at interview. Further pre-employment checks, including prohibition from teaching, childcare disqualification and section 128 checks, if deemed relevant for the role, will be completed for the successful candidate upon acceptance of the post. If you are currently living overseas or have in the last 5 years be aware that further checks will be required, if you are the preferred candidate.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Qualifications: • English GCSE at 4/C or above • Maths GCSE at 4/C or above

Experience: • 1 year of experience in an administration role

Skills & Attributes: • A high level of spoken and written English • Excellent administration and organisational skills including diary management • Excellent proof-reading skills • The ability to communicate at all levels, in a professional manner, over the telephone, by email and face to face • The ability to work unsupervised, using initiative, to prioritise, multitask and be flexible • The ability to work calmly under pressure, and with a ‘can-do’ approach • The ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from peers and management • Ability to work to tight deadlines • A strong attention to detail • A smart, professional appearance

Knowledge and Understanding: • A high degree of computer literacy including the ability to use all Microsoft software (e.g. Outlook, Word, Excel, Forms, Teams, SharePoint, PowerPoint) • Discretion, tact, sensitivity and diplomacy.

What the school offers its staff

The Inspiration Trust offers all staff a range of benefits via our ‘my lifestyle' portal. All eligible staff will have access to a range of benefits from salary sacrifice schemes and employee discounts.

Commitment to safeguarding

Inspiration Trust is committed to safeguarding and all staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS checks. You will be required to provide references and undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check. This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer.

What skills and experience we're looking for

• Experience of producing agendas and accurate, concise minutes, meeting statutory requirements
• Experience of producing, collating and circulating documents to meet strict deadlines
• Previous experience of working in a school/Trust environment
• Previous governance experience, either within education or other sector
• Knowledge of school governance procedures
• Evidence of organising own time and working to strict deadlines
• Ability to maintain efficient, accurate records
• Awareness of need to act with sensitivity and objectivity in dealing with all governance matters
• Ability to work as a member of a team
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and dedicated software such as Governor Hub
• Ability to undertake a range of clerical and administrative duties

What the school offers its staff

We are a partnership of 15 primary and secondary schools, employing over 1,000 staff, delivering education to 7,000 children and young people aged 2-18 to schools in Bradford, Harrogate and Skipton.

We are looking for ambitious governance professional looking to develop their career at a senior level within a growing trust.

As part of the Corporate Affairs Team, the Senior Governance Professional will provide support to schools’ local governing bodies (LGBs) and also Trustees on the main board. As well as supporting LGBs personally, the postholder will co-ordinate the work of a small number of governance clerks. The postholder will also work closely with the Director of Corporate Affairs to support the main Trust Board and its committees.

The Trust is currently undertaking a governance review to streamline processes to ensure that they remain appropriate for a growing Trust. The postholder will contribute to the design and implementation of that review.

As a Trust, we have a track record of investing in the development of our people to support them in their career. In addition, we offer generous pension arrangements on top of salary. This role is offered on a term time basis, plus two additional weeks a year.

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

We are seeking an experienced Senior Finance Officer to join our finance team, providing strategic and operational financial guidance, advice, and support to a number of Academies across the Leeds region of the Trust.

We are interested in hearing from people who:

• Have a strong professional background in finance.
• Are self-motivated, customer focused and organised.
• Have a commitment to supporting the work of education leaders to achieve the best possible outcomes for children and young people.

Finance experience within the education sector is essential as is the ability to multi-task and work flexibly within a team environment, whilst having the ability to effectively manage their own workload, delivering against agreed objectives and targets.

What the school offers its staff

Wellspring is an established and growing Multi-Academy Trust with a difference.We operate Primary, Secondary, Special and Alternative Academies across Yorkshire, Lincolnshire and the Humber. We are committed to making a difference to the lives and life chances of the young people and the communities we serve.

As the Trust continues to grow our roles offer pathways for ambitious and dynamic individuals who are determined to make a difference. We value our people; collegial working at all levels is central to our culture. High quality induction training and ongoing professional development support are guaranteed. There will be a broad range of opportunities for you to realise your professional vision and ambitions within the Trust.

Further details about the role

Wellspring is an established and growing Multi-Academy Trust with a difference. We operate Primary, Secondary, Special and Alternative Academies across Yorkshire, Lincolnshire and the Humber. We are committed to making a difference to the lives and life chances of the young people and the communities we serve.

As the Trust continues to grow our roles offer pathways for ambitious and dynamic individuals who are determined to make a difference. We value our people; collegial working at all levels is central to our culture. High quality induction training and ongoing professional development support are guaranteed. There will be a broad range of opportunities for you to realise your professional vision and ambitions within the Trust.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Finance Officer to join our finance team, providing strategic and operational financial guidance, advice, and support to a number of Academies across the Leeds region of the Trust.

We are interested in hearing from people who:

• Have a strong professional background in finance.
• Are self-motivated, customer focused and organised.
• Have a commitment to supporting the work of education leaders to achieve the best possible outcomes for children and young people.

Finance experience within the education sector is essential as is the ability to multi-task and work flexibly within a team environment, whilst having the ability to effectively manage their own workload, delivering against agreed objectives and targets.

If you have any queries regarding this post or would like to arrange an informal chat, please contact Mark Wood, Chief Finance Officer via e-mail m.wood@wellspringacademies.org.uk .

HOW TO APPLY

Please complete our online application form on the below link. CV’s will not be accepted. If you need any support with the application process, please let us know by emailing hr@wellspringacademies.org.uk .

To apply, please click on the following link: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/5252/EDV-2024-WAT-82092

Closing date: 8th November 2024 at 9am.

Wellspring Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. All posts are offered subject to enhanced DBS checks. As this role involves working with children and vulnerable adults in regulated activity, please note that it is an offence to apply for the role if barred from engaging in regulated activity with children and vulnerable adults.

References will be requested and an online search carried out for shortlisted candidates, prior to attendance at interview. Further pre-employment checks, including prohibition from teaching, childcare disqualification and section 128 checks, if deemed relevant for the role, will be completed for the successful candidate upon acceptance of the post.

We are committed to equal opportunities and to promoting diversity. We want our people to reflect the diversity of our communities, and we welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, especially from under-represented groups, including those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities.

If you are currently living overseas or have lived / worked overseas in the last five years please be aware that you will be required to provide an overseas criminal records check from the country/countries you have resided in, if you are the preferred candidate for the post.

Commitment to safeguarding

Wellspring Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. All posts are offered subject to enhanced DBS checks. References will be requested and an online search carried out for shortlisted candidates, prior to attendance at interview. Further pre-employment checks, including prohibition from teaching, childcare disqualification and section 128 checks, if deemed relevant for the role, will be completed for the successful candidate upon acceptance of the post. If you are currently living overseas or have in the last 5 years be aware that further checks will be required, if you are the preferred candidate.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Our ideal candidate would have:

• The ability to manage others and ensuring that minimum service levels are maintained
• Experience of working with day to day financial systems.
• Experience of financial procedures, including purchase ledger and accounts receivable.
• Experience of liaising with pupils, non-financial staff members and external suppliers and resolving queries.
• Be a competent user of Microsoft Office and confident to learn and use new technologies.
• Listens well, communicates clearly and fluently
• Maintains confidentiality, integrity and discretion
• Adapts to the team and helps to build team spirit
• Relates well to people at all levels
• Works productively in a high-pressure environment
• Adapts to changing circumstances
• Ability to rapidly learn new tasks and/or systems or processes
• Sets high standards for quality and quantity
• Works in a systematic, methodical and orderly way
• Manages time effectively
• Delivers positive business outcomes
• Accepts and tackles goals with enthusiasm
• Uses technology to achieve work objectives
• Excellent administrative, communication and organisational skills.

What the school offers its staff

Why work for us?

• Employee assistance The Trust offers:
• A strong focus on staff care and wellbeing
• High quality training and support in and across academies
• A clear career pathway programme
• Employee discount schemes

Further details about the role

Summit Learning Trust are looking to appoint a Senior Finance Officer to join the centralised finance team.

You will offer us the ability to manage others and ensure that minimum service levels are maintained. You will have experience of working within a finance role and day to day financial systems, with experience of financial procedures, including purchase ledger and accounts receivable. You will be a competent user of Microsoft Office and confident to learn and use new technologies.

You will also hold a level 4 or higher in Maths and English at GCSE (or equivalent) and be able to demonstrate that you are able to work flexibly and have excellent administrative, communication and organisational skills. It is also essential that you can adapt to changing circumstances and work productively in a high-pressure environment.

In return we will offer you an exciting opportunity to develop this new and important role within a vibrant and innovative trust, which is seeking to improve educational standards for all our learners across the trust.

This role will be based at Cockshut Hill School where the central finance team is currently based but will involve travel on occasion to other Trust sites.

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

Permanent | Full Time | Flexibility available based on the individual

We are excited to offer a varied and rewarding opportunity to help shape our new Partnerships and Fundraising department at the University Schools Trust. We are looking to recruit a Partnership and Fundraising Executive to work alongside the External Relations and Communications Lead.

The role will be crucial in launching the Trust’s fundraising and partnerships strategy, with key responsibilities including administration, research, networking, stakeholder engagement and event organising.

The successful candidate will deliver our 3 P Strategy: Programmes, People Awards & Projects. We believe this approach will enable us to attract investment, create positive community outcomes and develop a process that delivers sustainable impact.

Often the students in our schools have not been fortunate to experience a broad range of cultural capital building experiences, and so this role will be crucial in expanding horizons and sharing parts of the world thus far unseen to many of the prospective beneficiaries.

As the Partnership and Fundraising Executive you will be responsible for:

• Supporting the External Affairs and Communications Lead to develop and implement a fundraising and partnership strategy in line with the overall Trust Strategic Plan.
• Providing assistance with the establishment and/or maintenance of relationships with partners and funding avenues of the Trust.
• Supporting a programme of outreach activities and marketing and fundraising events to reach all target audiences (business, education, charity, sports and arts organisations (BECSA); alumni and parents)
• Identify and support engagement for schools and the Trust to access funding streams that match requirements.

The successful candidate for the role will:

• Be organised and meticulous who enjoys working with a wide range of people and who would gain real satisfaction from helping to establishing a new role that will have wide ranging impact on students, staff and communities across the Trust.
• Have experience in relationship management, with the ability to form positive and impactful partnerships that support the delivery of organisational goals
• Have experience in building relationships with a wide range of different stakeholders.
• Have experience of project management, monitoring, evaluation and runningprojects to deadline.

The post holder will also benefit from guidance from an experienced consultant who has a longstanding relationship with UST.

University Schools Trust (UST) is a partnership of schools, universities, and public and private sector bodies. We are uniquely placed to change the educational landscape for the pupils, staff, parents and wider communities whom we serve.

Established in September 2016, UST currently comprises four member schools located in two London Boroughs:

• St Paul’s Way School (SPW) 3 - 18 all-through school in Tower Hamlets
• Royal Greenwich Trust School (RGTS) 11 - 18 secondary school in Greenwich
• Cyril Jackson Primary School (CJPS) 3 - 11 primary school in Tower Hamlets
• Sir William Burrough Primary School (SWB) 3 - 11 primary school in Tower Hamlets

If you would like to play your part in building and delivering an outstanding leadership service for our Trust we would very much like to hear from you.

Please note we reserve the right to close this advert early.

We do not accept CVs alone.

Interview Date:Week commencing the 30th September 2024

The University Schools Trust, East London, is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS Check.

https://www.ust.london/policies/child-protection-safeguarding

What the school offers its staff

The post holder will also benefit from guidance from an experienced consultant who has a longstanding relationship with UST.

University Schools Trust (UST) is a partnership of schools, universities, and public and private sector bodies. We are uniquely placed to change the educational landscape for the pupils, staff, parents and wider communities whom we serve.

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

Are you a great primary teacher/leader with a passion for Early Years and KS1?

We are looking to appoint an inspirational and highly effective Trust Early Years/ Key Stage 1 Senior Teacher to be deployed into our schools to teach and support school-based leadership.

We are looking for someone who:

• can teach Early Years and KS1 classes
• has the skills and expertise to support and develop the quality of teaching and learning across EYFS and KS1
• has the skills and enthusiasm to lead subjects such as English.
• is highly motivated and excited by teaching
• is passionate about supporting every child
• is an excellent practitioner but who is committed to continually improving their practice
• is excited to support school-based leadership and play a pivotal role in the leadership of schools.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer:

• CUSP curriculum, including CUSP EYFS
• a commitment to reducing teacher workload and supporting everyone’s wellbeing through wellbeing packages and an employee assistance programme
• very friendly and welcoming schools with great staff teams
• children who are enthusiastic learners with excellent behaviour
• supportive and forward-thinking leadership teams
• weekly release time for leadership
• a wide range of excellent CPD opportunities

Further details about the role

Unity Schools Partnership is a Multi Academy Trust 39 schools with approval to open two further special schools and two primary schools in the near future. The ambition of Unity Schools Partnership is to achieve a step change in the quality of education provided by primary, secondary and special schools and that its schools are achieving top quartile performance by 2026. The trust expects its work to be characterised by ethical leadership, an ambition for improvement at pace and the expectation that remarkable change can happen.

Commitment to safeguarding

Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safer recruitment, equal opportunities, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you a problem solver with a passion for providing the best on site and remote IT support? We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Senior IT Technician to join our central team at The Rowan Learning Trust. This is an exciting role that gives you the opportunity to make a real difference within the education sector, working within an expanding and supportive multi-academy trust.

Our Vision for IT

Our IT strategy is aligned with the Trust strategic goals and strives to provide 1st class IT services to all staff and students in our schools. To achieve this, the strategy focuses on five key strands:

• Condition of the IT environment
• Support for the schools
• Cyber security and governance
• IT operations
• Innovation

Together, these key strands have all triggered a move to utilise cloud-first capability where possible. This is an exiting opportunity to join our highly-skilled and forward thinking IT team, providing support to our primary schools.

The Role

This role is based within the central team of the Rowan Learning Trust. The successful candidate will provide general support to staff and pupils across the Trust. This role is based in Wigan (WN3 6PR) but requires travel to multiple of our sites based across the North West. Some of the responsibilities and accountabilities include:

• Visiting our primary schools on a regularly agreed basis
• Carrying out daily/weekly/monthly checks on school systems as agreed
• Monitoring the school IT help desk and prioritising jobs
• Carrying out day-to-day IT support duties for the schools, including remotely when not on site
• Coordinating IT projects at school level
• Working with IT managers on larger, trust-wide projects
• Ensuring physical security of networks

This is a brief list. Full list of responsibilities and accountabilities can be found in the job description for this position.

The successful candidate must hold a full UK driving license and be able to provide their own transport to other sites. Travel expenses will be reimbursed.

About You

Essential criteria

• Minimum Level 3 qualification (or higher) in an IT-related subject
• GCSE Grade 4 (Grade C) or above in Maths and English
• Full UK driving license
• Significant experience of working in an IT Support Environment
• Significant experience of server management
• Significant knowledge of PC Hardware/Software & Network Systems/Printers
• Sound knowledge of Active Directory, Server 2012/2016/2019, Windows 10/11 etc

Further information including the desirable criteria for this position can be found in the person specification.

What the school offers its staff

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a Trust that is dedicated to making a difference for its students and staff
• This is an impactful role - you will play a vital part in supporting the digital transformation in our schools
• Every day is different, with a range of IT challenges to keep you engaged
• Local government pension scheme with generous employer contribution rates
• Support for further qualifications and your CPD
• A network of staff for sharing best practices
• A growing organisation with plenty of future career development opportunities

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. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

What skills and experience we're looking for

An exciting position has arisen for an experienced Senior Speech and Language Therapist to join The Golden Thread Alliance. The person appointed to this role will be part of our central team, working with children across the Trust to provide specialist support and advice.

We are looking for someone with experience working with children to support and develop their speech and language skills. The post holder will offer SALT assessments, create support plans, and provide advice and support to parents, carers and school staff. As the Senior Speech & Language Therapist, you will play a key role in creating, developing, and assessing the systems for speech and language across the Trust and developing the provision within our schools. This is a new role within the Trust so you would be able to take ownership of not only the role but also the systems for speech and language across our schools, alongside the School Improvement Partner for SEND.

This role is a permanent position, 32.5 hours per week term time only. The salary is within the Kent Range 10 £37,374 FTE, actual pro rata salary £27,758.60, based on 32.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year.

The Golden Thread Alliance is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and therefore is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure. In line with KCSIE guidance, all candidates who are shortlisted will be subject to an online search. This search is not part of the shortlisting process itself and all shortlisted candidates will have the opportunity to address any issues of concern resulting from the search.

Two references are also required prior to commencement of employment.

Early applications are encouraged, and The Golden Thread Alliance reserves the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

What the school offers its staff

Our staff benefits package includes:

• Commitment to your ongoing Continued Professional Development
• Two family days
• Half-day Christmas Shopping Leave
• Access to Local Government Pension scheme/Teachers’ Pensions
• Eyecare vouchers through Specsavers
• Annual Flu Jab offer for all staff
• Employee Assistance Programme to support your wellbeing

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 role - As the Senior Technician at Armfield Academy, you will work alongside and support the IT Technician to provide an effective, efficient and successful IT support service, resolving IT issues to ensure that our staff are able to work and our pupils are able to learn. You will also be part of FCAT’s wider IT support team of 8 technical support staff based in our secondary and all-through academies. This wider network led by the FCAT Data and IT Lead and supported by the IT Operations Managers will provide opportunities for additional support, sharing of knowledge, learning from more experienced team members and collaboration on projects.

Within this role; opportunities for further training, qualifications and continuous professional development can be explored, as well as on-going access to an e-learning platform to support you in your work.

This is an exciting opportunity for which we require a resilient, passionate and driven individual. You must have the desire to work with pride, ambition, respect, resilience, integrity and excellence so we can be the “best we can be!”.

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).

Join Team FCAT - We are looking to appoint an IT Technician to support the excellent delivery of our IT support service. This role will mainly be focused on providing support at Armfield Academy as well as being part of the trust team; providing support to other academies or the central services of the trust.

FCAT is a large Multi Academy Trust with 10 academies (primary, secondary and all-through schools) and our central services team - we are committed to promoting excellence in teaching, learning and leadership. Our website will share more information with you www.fcat.org.uk

What the school offers its staff

Why choose FCAT?

• Ongoing CPD including New - Developing and Implementing an Outward Mindset
• Term time employment supporting longer holidays
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) - employer contributions above 16%
• 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

• Chartered Institute of Personnel Development (CIPD) Level 7 qualification or equivalent (or to be currently working towards).
• Experience of leading, motivating and developing staff within a HR and payroll operational environment.
• Knowledge of principles, practices and procedures relating to human resource management and organisational development.
• The ability to lead and deliver HR management, support and projects across our academies.
• Experience of interpreting legislation, policy and guidance to contribute to the formulation of local policies and procedures that ensure compliance with national requirements.
• Excellent ICT skills and be able to utilise a number of different packages.
• Working knowledge of UK employment law and proposed legislation changes.
• The ability to prioritise work and respond to the needs of the trust.

What the school offers its staff

• the opportunity to be part of our team, who are committed to educational excellence
• friendly and supportive staff, parents and Directors
• a commitment to high quality 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

The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is looking to appoint a Senior Finance Lead to work within our Central team supporting the schools in our trust. The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is a successful Multi-Academy Trust based in Springfield, Chelmsford with 8 schools across central and west Essex. This role presents a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the operational effectiveness of our schools.

We are looking to appoint an exceptional candidate to provide strategic and budgetary support to the schools in our trust. The successful candidate will also provide strategic and operational financial management to the Headteachers and finance teams in these schools. They will also have excellent communication and organisational skills and be able to work independently whilst, at the same time, be able to form effective relationships with school staff, trust staff, governors and trustees. They will also work very closely with Finance Director and the Chief Financial Officer to ensure the successful operation of all the trust's finance systems and processes.

Applicants should also be aware that, due to the geographical locations of the trust's estates, it is a pre-requisite of this job that the successful candidate is not banned from driving and has access to their own car. Mileage will be able to be claimed in line with the trust's Financial Regulations. The successful candidate will be based in the trust's offices in Chelmsford but will be required to travel regularly to the schools they are overseeing.

What the school offers its staff

Senior Finance Lead

Contract: Full time/permanent

Hours: 37 hours per Week – Mon-Thur 8am-4pm Fri 8am-3.30pm

Essex School Pay Scale: Scale 11 points 38-42

Salary: £46464-£50512 pa

Applications close: Midday 26th September 2024. Interviews to take place on 3rd October 2024

For further information please contact Katy Walkden,kwalkden@clptrust.com

The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is looking to appoint a Senior Finance Lead to work within our Central team supporting the schools in our trust. The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is a successful Multi-Academy Trust based in Springfield, Chelmsford with 8 schools across central and west Essex. This role presents a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the operational effectiveness of our schools.

We are looking to appoint an exceptional candidate to provide strategic and budgetary support to the schools in our trust. The successful candidate will also provide strategic and operational financial management to the Headteachers and finance teams in these schools. They will also have excellent communication and organisational skills and be able to work independently whilst, at the same time, be able to form effective relationships with school staff, trust staff, governors and trustees. They will also work very closely with Finance Director and the Chief Financial Officer to ensure the successful operation of all the trust's finance systems and processes.

Applicants should also be aware that, due to the geographical locations of the trust's estates, it is a pre-requisite of this job that the successful candidate is not banned from driving and has access to their own car. Mileage will be able to be claimed in line with the trust's Financial Regulations. The successful candidate will be based in the trust's offices in Chelmsford but will be required to travel regularly to the schools they are overseeing.

For the job description and person specification for this role, please see attached documentation.

Please contact Katy Walkden, Finance Director, for further information kwalkden@clptrust.com

The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is committed within its schools to:

• Safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety, and the spiritual and cultural development of children and young people;
• Promoting equality of opportunity and community cohesion where the diversity of different backgrounds and circumstances is appreciated and positively valued;
• The fundamental British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect and tolerance for those with different faiths and beliefs

and expects all staff, volunteers and other workers to share in this commitment.

As an equal opportunities employer, The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join The Chelmsford Learning Partnership.

In compliance with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all applications must be made on an application form, CVs will not be accepted. This appointment will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and satisfactory references. In line with recommended practice the school will conduct searches for information on shortlisted candidates which is publicly available on-line. The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is an equal opportunities employer.

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 successful candidate for the role will:

• Be organised and meticulous who enjoys working with a wide range of people and who would gain real satisfaction from helping to establishing a new role that will have wide ranging impact on students, staff and communities across the Trust.
• Have experience in relationship management, with the ability to form positive and impactful partnerships that support the delivery of organisational goals
• Have experiance in building relationships with a wide range of different stakeholders.
• Have experience of project management, monitoring, evaluation and runningprojects to deadline.

What the school offers its staff

Local incentives/discounts

Flexibility

Free refreshments (UST House)

Onsite gym access Onsite discounted food Access to car parking facilities

CPD Offer Finance guidance and support Policies driven by professionals Inset days Induction programme

Further details about the role

Permanent | Full Time | Flexibility available based on the individual

We are excited to offer a varied and rewarding opportunity to help shape our new Partnerships and Fundraising department at the University Schools Trust. We are looking to recruit a Partnership and Fundraising Executive to work alongside the External Relations and Communications Lead.

The role will be crucial in launching the Trust’s fundraising and partnerships strategy, with key responsibilities including administration, research, networking, stakeholder engagement and event organising.

The successful candidate will deliver our 3 P Strategy: Programmes, People Awards & Projects. We believe this approach will enable us to attract investment, create positive community outcomes and develop a process that delivers sustainable impact.

Often the students in our schools have not been fortunate to experience a broad range of cultural capital building experiences, and so this role will be crucial in expanding horizons and sharing parts of the world thus far unseen to many of the prospective beneficiaries.

As the Partnership and Fundraising Executive you will be responsible for:

• Supporting the External Affairs and Communications Lead to develop and implement a fundraising and partnership strategy in line with the overall Trust Strategic Plan.
• Providing assistance with the establishment and/or maintenance of relationships with partners and funding avenues of the Trust.
• Supporting a programme of outreach activities and marketing and fundraising events to reach all target audiences (business, education, charity, sports and arts organisations (BECSA); alumni and parents)
• Identify and support engagement for schools and the Trust to access funding streams that match requirements.

The successful candidate for the role will:

• Be organised and meticulous who enjoys working with a wide range of people and who would gain real satisfaction from helping to establishing a new role that will have wide ranging impact on students, staff and communities across the Trust.
• Have experience in relationship management, with the ability to form positive and impactful partnerships that support the delivery of organisational goals
• Have experiance in building relationships with a wide range of different stakeholders.
• Have experience of project management, monitoring, evaluation and runningprojects to deadline.

The post holder will also benefit from guidance from an experienced consultant who has a longstanding relationship with UST.

University Schools Trust (UST) is a partnership of schools, universities, and public and private sector bodies. We are uniquely placed to change the educational landscape for the pupils, staff, parents and wider communities whom we serve.

Established in September 2016, UST currently comprises four member schools located in two London Boroughs:

• St Paul’s Way School (SPW) 3 - 18 all-through school in Tower Hamlets
• Royal Greenwich Trust School (RGTS) 11 - 18 secondary school in Greenwich
• Cyril Jackson Primary School (CJPS) 3 - 11 primary school in Tower Hamlets
• Sir William Burrough Primary School (SWB) 3 - 11 primary school in Tower Hamlets

If you would like to play your part in building and delivering an outstanding leadership service for our Trust we would very much like to hear from you.

Please note we reserve the right to close this advert early.

We do not accept CVs alone.

Interview Date: Week commencing the 30th September 2024

The University Schools Trust, East London, is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS Check.

https://www.ust.london/policies/child-protection-safeguarding

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

• Post Title: Senior Payroll Advisor

Responsible to: Head of Payroll

Location: STOCCAT Central Office

Salary: Grade 8 (SCP 30-36) £38,223-£44,428

Term of Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full year

Hours per week: 37

Start date: ASAP

Closing date: 22/09/2024

What skills and experience we're looking for St Teresa of Calcutta Catholic Academy are currently seeking a Senior Payroll Advisor. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Trust at the beginning of a journey of transition, development, and growth within the multi-academy trust

As the Senior Payroll Advisor you will deliver a responsive, accurate and efficient Payroll service, undertaking a range of payroll activities including processing the monthly payroll for the Trust, administering all pension related processes and you will support the ongoing development of the Payroll Service offering to our Schools across the Trust. There will be opportunities for career progression as the Trust expands and the team grows.

The successful candidate will:


• Be CIPP qualified at level 3 or equivalent experience
• Possess strong interpersonal skills
• Have a minimum of two years’ experience using iTrent or other payroll system to process payroll.
• Work efficiently and effectively, especially under
• Be accurate with attention to detail and able to meet deadlines
• Be confident in providing payroll support and advice to our Schools
• Understand the purpose and mission of the Trust and appreciate the difference a great education makes to pupils’ lives


Commitment to safeguarding This post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1074 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended 2013). All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check including Children’s barred list check and satisfactory references. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice: www.gov.uk/dbs. All applicants must complete the standard application form. An online search will be performed on shortlisted applicants in accordance with safeguarding procedures and KCSIE statutory guidance. Shortlisted applicants will be required to complete a self-disclosure form for cautions/convictions.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer:

• A supportive and dedicated Local Governing Body and Staff
• Highly effective safeguarding procedures.
• A working environment where all feel valued and respected.
• Supportive colleagues and governors with a clear vision and high aspirations for the school.
• A highly dedicated and inspirational team.
• A commitment to relevant, personalised Continuous Professional Development.
• A happy, calm and welcoming working environment.
• Opportunities to work within the wider STOCCAT team
• Generous 22.7% Local Government Pension scheme employer contribution
• Recognition of continuous Local Government service (where applicable)

Commitment to safeguarding

This post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1074 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended 2013). All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check including Children’s barred list check and satisfactory references. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice: www.gov.uk/dbs. All applicants must complete the standard application form. An online search will be performed on shortlisted applicants in accordance with safeguarding procedures and KCSIE statutory guidance. Shortlisted applicants will be required to complete a self-disclosure form for cautions/convictions.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Full-time, permanent (job share will be considered)

37 hours per week, 52 paid weeks per year

Salary: Grade G £ 26,421 - £28,282

We are seeking appropriately skilled and experienced candidates for a vacancy in our Trust-wide IT support team, based at Saltash Community School. The role involves supporting the IT Services Manager at Saltash in the day-to-day operations of Saltash and Landulph schools’ computer networks and communications systems, which form part of the Trust ICT provision. The role also involves line managing the technician/apprentice based in Saltash. You will also hold one nominated specialist area of technical knowledge area and act as a Trust lead in this area.

We welcome applications from self-motivated individuals who share our values and ethos and our passion for achieving the very best outcomes for all learners.

Our schools are very well resourced through our commitment to provide outstanding opportunities for learning, including through subject expert teachers, well-appointed classrooms, laboratories and workshops, extensive sports facilities and wide access to IT; maintaining and further developing the estate, infrastructure and facilities is therefore key to enabling and enhancing the learning and to achieving the very best educational outcomes.

We are keen to engage a professional practitioner who can assist the Trust ICT Officer in delivering excellent service and support to our community of IT users across the Trust. Please read the job description and the required personal attributes carefully and let us know through your supporting statement why you believe you are the ideal professional for this role.

The position is based at Saltash Community School with travel to other sites in South East Cornwall as necessary.

To find out more information about the role or to arrange a conversation with the Trust ICT Officer, please email hr@smart-trust.net quoting the name of this vacancy.

An application form and further details are available from: https://www.smart-trust.net/information/vacancies

Closing date for applications is 9am on 23rd September 2024

Interviews to be held on W/C 30th September 2024

Please note we are unable to accept applications made via CVs.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

What the school offers its staff

The South East Cornwall Multi Academy Regional Trust (SMART) provides outstanding local career opportunities, excellent professional development opportunities and access to expert support, advice, guidance and knowledge from fellow practitioners.

Commitment to safeguarding

SMART Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including references, health screening and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service clearance.