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This is an exciting time to be working in Portsmouth.As part of its commitment to inclusive education, Portsmouth City Council is leading the South East Partnership on the DfE’s SEND &amp; AP Change Programme, working collaboratively with East Sussex, West Sussex, and Brighton &amp; Hove.Now in its second phase, the programme includes the development and implementation of a new Local Inclusion Support Offer (LISO), which brings together partners across education, health, and social care to support inclusive practice in schools, colleges, and early years settings.The RoleReporting to the SEND &amp; AP Programme Support Officer and working closely with the Change Programme Partnership (CPP) Manager and AP Commissioning Manager, you will play a vital and varied role in supporting the coordination, administration and implementation of our evolving SEND &amp; AP offer.Key tasks of the role will include:Diary and Outlook management for relevant SEND Strategy, LISO or AP meetings. Monitoring inboxes and responding to emails. Handling correspondence, including confidential information.Co-ordinating and administering meetings with internal and external attendees both on and off-site, including preparing papers and taking minutes. Keeping membership/contact lists for boards and meeting groups up to date. Preparing and ensuring timely circulation of minutes and agendas (with embedded documents), action tracking/collation and forward planning for meetings. Producing information in a relevant format (e.g., Word, Excel, databases, diagrams and presentations) for reports to governance.Tracking referrals and monitoring LISO activity, and alternative provision (AP) directory and quality assurance.Developing and creating bulletins to promote and inform stakeholders about the LISO &amp; CP.Building and maintaining relationships with key partners Acting as an initial point of contact for the LISO and AP quality assurance.The ideal candidateNo specific qualifications are required for this role, but you will be expected to have achieved a Level 3 qualification and have GCSE English and Maths (Grade C / Grade 4 or above). You will need to have/be<ul>
<li>Able to engage and build relationships with senior leaders / staff from schools and partners across education, social care, and health. </li>
<li>Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate with a wide range of audiences, both orally and in writing. A good team player who collaborates well and keeps others informed. </li>
<li>Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise your workload and meet deadlines.Clear-thinking, logical and flexible in your approach, able to quickly get to grips with new issues and take a positive, problem-solving attitude. Able to use your initiative with minimum supervision, and work independently when required.</li>
<li>Excellent IT skills, with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) </li>
<li>A track record of stakeholder engagement and communicating with a variety of audiences, preferably in the education sector. An understanding of school culture, including alternative provision and the challenges faced by schools .</li>
</ul>Please ensure that you read the full job profile attached for the details and expectations of this role, paying particular attention the section 'Who is the person' as you will need to refer to this when completing your Personal statement.We offer hybrid working with the expectation to attend the office a minimum of 2 days a week, these working arrangement will be in line with the needs of the business.Contact Details for an Informal DiscussionIf you have any questions, or would like an informal discussion about the role, please contact Nikki Ledwidge on 023 9260 6182Application processWe anonymise applications during application &amp; shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered.As part of your application, we ask that you complete a personal statement, this statement is crucial and is where you must demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the job against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person'points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills.This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience.We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-with-us/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/" target="_blank">Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal</a>.We are committed to offering an interview to all those candidates that qualify under one of our commitments and meet the minimum criteria, however, for roles that receive a large number of applications, this is not always possible, and we will select the candidates that best meet the minimum criteria.You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it. About Portsmouth City CouncilWhat we can offer you:Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our careers portal homepage: <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</a> Portsmouth City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Children Partnership safer recruitment procedures. Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact <a href="mailto:recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>. or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616800

Project Co-ordinator for SEND & AP

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The ServiceThe Children, Families and Education Directorate is primarily focussed on delivering its statutory duties as well as a range of high-quality traded services.This role will sit within the Inclusion Service, which is comprised of the SEND Team, the Virtual School, the Educational Psychology Service and others. Portsmouth is a lead authority in the SEND&amp;AP Change Programme working with partners across the region. The RoleThis role will sit within the Inclusion Service, which is led by the Head of Inclusion, reporting to the Assistant Director for Education. The Inclusion Service comprises of the following teams and roles: The SEND Team The Virtual School Admissions, Exclusions and Reintegration Post 16 and Campaigns Manager Educational Psychology Service Partnership and School Inclusion ManagerUnder the direction of the Partnership and School Inclusion Manager the successful candidate will provide challenge and support to schools to deliver on the principles of inclusion:<ul>
<li>Belief that vulnerable pupils can attain well and be successful in all aspects of school life</li>
<li>Whole school approach: everyone understanding inclusion and their role within it</li>
<li>A focus on high quality teaching, curriculum equity and inclusive pedagogy</li>
<li>Pastoral provision that matches need, focusing on maximising access to learning</li>
<li>The use of research evidence, professional judgement and values to inform decision making and spending. Early intervention prioritised</li>
<li>Accurate identification of need; the right support at the right time.</li>
</ul>Please see the job profile for the full responsibilities and expectations of this role The ideal candidateYou will need to have/be<ul>
<li>Qualified teacher status (Desirable) including post qualification experience</li>
<li>Recent and successful SENCO and Inclusion leadership experience</li>
<li>Level 6 qualification (e.g.bachelor's degree) together with post graduate (level 7) qualifications or equivalent relevant experience</li>
<li>Level 7 (Master's equivalent) National Award for Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (desirable)</li>
<li>Expert knowledge and experience leading to success in raising standards and securing effective inclusive practice</li>
<li>Practical experience of supporting practitioners to develop high-quality inclusive practice, with appropriate levels of challenge and support</li>
<li>Experience of successful delivery of support, advice and guidance to school staff, including the delivery of professional development</li>
<li>Up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and guidance in relation to working with inclusion and SEND</li>
<li>Knowledge and experience of developing partnerships and working with other agencies</li>
<li>Successful experience of managing, motivating and challenging other skilled professionals</li>
</ul>We offer hybrid working with the expectation to attend the office a minimum of 2 days a week. Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:Sarah Christopher, PEP and School Inclusion Manager, <a href="mailto:sarah.christopher@portsmouthcc.gov.uk" target="_blank">sarah.christopher@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>, 023 92 688 940Interview date: 18th or 21st July 2025 If applying as a secondment you will need permission from your current line manager releasing you for this secondment. Please state you have this on your application form. Application processWe anonymise applications during application &amp; shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered.As part of your application we ask that you complete a personal statement, this statement is crucial and is where you must demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the job against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person' points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience.We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-with-us/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/" target="_blank">Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal</a>You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it.Interviews:We will shortlist and interview as we go and reserve the right to close this job sooner if we appoint. About Portsmouth City CouncilWhat we can offer you:Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our careers portal homepage: <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</a>Portsmouth City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Children Partnership safer recruitment procedures. Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact <a href="mailto:recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>. or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616800

Inclusion Adviser

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An opportunity has arisen in our team for a Bilingual Learning Assistant who speaks Ukrainian/Russian. This is a busy, sometimes challenging role, perfect for someone who wants to make a difference to children's lives and enjoys working as part of a culturally diverse team.The serviceEMAS are a team of Bilingual Learning Assistants, Bilingual Support Officers and Advisers working with the Education team. We work in partnership with schools to meet the needs of bilingual learners and ethnic minority pupils at risk of under-achievement. We support pupils across both primary and secondary age phases, as well as in nursery settings.The RoleYou will provide a support service complementary to teaching activities, primarily through first language or bilingual communication, acting as a classroom assistant and supporting the language and learning needs of pupils, particularly in their access to the national curriculum. You will support the class/subject teacher or EMAS adviser in providing a stress-free 'settling-in' period for new entrants, recent arrivals or returnees from extended stays in country of origin. You will assist in monitoring progress and assessing performance, communicate important information to teachers about the child's full language repertoire, and assist in the production of bilingual language/curriculum support materials.The ideal candidate will have/be <ul>
<li>fluency in English and first language</li>
<li>good numeracy and literacy skills</li>
<li>excellent interpersonal, communication and organisational skills</li>
<li>experience of working with children at home and/or in a school setting</li>
<li>experience of interpretation and translation (formally or informally)</li>
<li>the ability to deal with different situations in a sensitive manner particularly when working with children, families and schools.</li>
<li>the ability to support school staff effectively in the classroom</li>
<li>an understanding ofthe need for confidentiality in working with children, school staff and parents</li>
<li>the ability to promote diversity within the school setting (including religion, culture and language)</li>
<li>to remain calm and focussed when working under pressure</li>
<li>the willingness to learn and develop additional skills required by the service</li>
<li>to be mobile enough to work at locations city wide as required by the service. </li>
</ul>Please see the Job profile for the full details and expectations of this roleAdditional information:Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:Ruth Nabholz-Duncan, Bilingual Assistant Deployment Manager, <a href="mailto:ruth.nabholz-duncan@portsmouthcc.gov.uk" target="_blank">ruth.nabholz-duncan@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a> Interview date: 22nd September 2025Application processWe anonymise applications during application &amp; shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered.As part of your application we ask that you complete a personal statement, this statement is crucial and is where you must demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the job against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person' points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience.We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-with-us/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/" target="_blank">Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal</a> You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it. About Portsmouth City Council What we can offer you:Portsmouth City Council iscommitted to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers toshare thiscommitment.DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Children Partnership safer recruitment procedures. Should you require anysupport in completing the application form please contact <a href="mailto:recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>. or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616800

Bilingual Learning Assistant - Ukrainian/Russian

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An opportunity has arisen in our team for a Bilingual Learning Assistant who speaks Spanish. This is a busy, sometimes challenging role, perfect for someone who wants to make a difference to children's lives and enjoys working as part of a culturally diverse team. The serviceEMAS are a team of Bilingual Learning Assistants, Bilingual Support Officers and Advisers working with the Education team. We work in partnership with schools to meet the needs of bilingual learners and ethnic minority pupils at risk of under-achievement. We support pupils across both primary and secondary age phases, as well as in nursery settings. The RoleYou will provide a support service complementary to teaching activities, primarily through first language or bilingual communication, acting as a classroom assistant and supporting the language and learning needs of pupils, particularly in their access to the national curriculum. You will support the class/subject teacher or EMAS adviser in providing a stress-free 'settling-in' period for new entrants, recent arrivals or returnees from extended stays in country of origin. You will assist in monitoring progress and assessing performance, communicate important information to teachers about the child's full language repertoire, and assist in the production of bilingual language/curriculum support materials.The ideal candidate <ul>
<li>fluency in English and first language</li>
<li>good numeracy and literacy skills</li>
<li>excellent interpersonal, communication and organisational skills</li>
<li>experience of working with children at home and/or in a school setting</li>
<li>experience of interpretation and translation (formally or informally)</li>
<li>the ability to deal with different situations in a sensitive manner particularly when working with children, families and schools.</li>
<li>the ability to support school staff effectively in the classroom</li>
<li>an understanding ofthe need for confidentiality in working with children, school staff and parents</li>
<li>the ability to promote diversity within the school setting (including religion, culture and language)</li>
<li>to remain calm and focussed when working under pressure</li>
<li>the willingness to learn and develop additional skills required by the service</li>
<li>to be mobile enough to work at locations city wide as required by the service. </li>
</ul>Please see the Job profile for the full details and expectations of this roleAdditional information:Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:Ruth Nabholz-Duncan, Bilingual Assistant Deployment Manager, <a href="mailto:ruth.nabholz-duncan@portsmouthcc.gov.uk" target="_blank">ruth.nabholz-duncan@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>, 023 92 841 549Interview date: 22nd September 2025Application processWe anonymise applications during application &amp; shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered.As part of your application we ask that you complete apersonal statement, this statement is crucial and is where you must demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the job against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person'points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills.This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience.We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-with-us/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/" target="_blank">Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal</a>You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it. About Portsmouth City Council What we can offer you:Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our careers portal homepage: <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</a> Portsmouth City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Children Partnership safer recruitment procedures. Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact <a href="mailto:recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>. or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616800

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