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PLEASE DO NOT APPLY USING THE DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL WEBSITE, PLEASE SEE DETAILS BELOWAre you passionate about making a real difference to the lives of young people, especially those who need it most?Are you ready to take the next bold step in your leadership journey?Do you thrive on the challenge and reward of working in communities where your impact truly matters?If so, we’d love to hear from you!Chellaston Academy is seeking an exceptional Headteacher to lead our large, inclusive, and ambitious school community. With over 1,800 students from years 7-13 and 200 members of staff, Chellaston Academy is a place where every child and staff member is inspired to realise their potential, through the values of Integrity, Care and Excellence. Who We’re Looking ForWe’re seeking a Headteacher who:<ul><li>Demonstrates integrity and care in all aspects of leadership, consistently striving for excellence.</li><li>Is prepared to embrace the challenges and rewards of leading a large, high-profile, and oversubscribed school.</li><li>Sets and sustains high standards every day, ensuring that outstanding practice and academic success become the norm across all areas.</li><li>Is driven by a commitment to meet the needs of every child, particularly those who are most disadvantaged and those with SEND.</li><li>Values and celebrates a child’s personal development as highly as their academic achievement.</li><li>Possesses the leadership skills to unite a diverse and wide-ranging staff team, ensuring every member feels valued and supported.</li><li>Champions collaboration and is eager to work closely with the Trust and the wider school community. </li></ul>Why Us?You’ll be joining us at a very exciting time as QEGSMAT is merging with Djanogly Learning Trust to form Tapestry Learning Partnership, expected in January 2026. This new chapter brings incredible opportunities for collaboration and growth. Tapestry’s vision is for every child to succeed and flourish by providing them with an exceptional educational experience. We believe in the power of education to transform lives. We believe in the power of education to transform lives and are proud of our strong sense of community, our commitment to inclusion, and our culture of high expectations. We’re looking for a leader who shares our values and is ready to build on the progress we’ve made. As part of QEGSMAT, and soon to be Tapestry Learning Partnership, you’ll benefit from:<ul><li>A supportive network of like-minded professionals who share a clear vision and values.</li><li>High-quality, ongoing professional development for you and your team.</li><li>A passionate, committed wider team focused on:</li><ul><li>Achieving the highest academic outcomes for all pupils.</li><li>Driving social change through education.</li><li>Providing exceptional pastoral care and enrichment opportunities.</li></ul><li>Bespoke support from the Trust’s central team, tailored to your school’s needs.</li><li>Access to a range of employee benefits designed to promote health and wellbeing.</li></ul>This is a fantastic opportunity to make a lasting impact in a school that is excited about its future. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check. We are also a United Kingdom Immigration and Vetting Sponsor therefore, sponsorship for skilled worker visas may be available. Further information about our commitment to safeguarding can be found - <a href="https://www.qegsmat.com/documents/safeguarding" target="_blank">https://www.qegsmat.com/documents/safeguarding</a>Please be aware, we may also consider performing an online presence check as part of our pre-employment checks. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare any cautions, convictions, reprimands and final warnings that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020). Opportunities for a look around the school can be arranged on request. If you are interested and wish to have an informal conversation to discuss the role or would like to visit the school, we would be happy to arrange this. Please contact Sharon Taylor on 01335 340830. The position is to start as soon as possible.Further details about our school can be found on our website: <a href="https://www.chellaston.derby.sch.uk/" target="_blank">https://www.chellaston.derby.sch.uk/</a>To apply for this position, please visit: <a href="https://recruit.sampeople.co.uk/Jobboard/Trust/qegsmat" target="_blank">https://recruit.sampeople.co.uk/Jobboard/Trust/qegsmat</a>Provisional Interview Dates: Thursday 15 and Friday 16 January 2026Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>Please be aware that Derbyshire County Council is placing this advert on behalf of this organisation and you should refer directly to its website for details of the terms and conditions attached to this post. Any queries regarding this advert or the recruitment process should be made directly to the organisation.





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<h2>Job introduction</h2>We are looking to appoint Examination Invigilators to join our team.&nbsp;Located on the outskirts of Brighton, Patcham High is vibrant, proud and successful. We have an unshakeable faith in the power of high-quality teaching and want the very best for all our students. &nbsp;In joining Patcham High, you will find a creative and supportive culture within a school that is hugely aspirational. We place great importance on positive relationships, teamwork and a ‘can do attitude’. &nbsp;We believe that we are at the cutting edge and, with exciting challenges ahead.&nbsp;The hourly rate for this post is LGA Scale 3 Points 7-8, £13.69 per hour.&nbsp;Start date: February 2026<h2>About the role</h2>Candidates should be:<ul><li>Calm, organised and observant</li><li>Patient&nbsp;</li><li>Able to follow instructions&nbsp;</li><li>Able to remain in one room for some time </li></ul>If you enjoy a challenge and are interested in the post, please download a Support Staff Application Form available on our school’s website: <a href="https://www.patchamhigh.brighton-hove.sch.uk/join-us/work-with-us/current-vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.patchamhigh.brighton-hove.sch.uk/join-us/work-with-us/current-vacancies</a>&nbsp;Closing date: 3 February 2026Interview date: To be confirmedHow to apply:&nbsp;Please email or post your completed application form to the Examinations Officer, Suzanne Palmer:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:spalmer@patchamhigh.org.uk" target="_blank">spalmer@patchamhigh.org.uk</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;Patcham High School, Ladies Mile Road, Patcham, Brighton, BN1 8PB&nbsp;Telephone:&nbsp;(01273) 503908Website: <a href="https://www.patchamhigh.brighton-hove.sch.uk/" target="_blank">https://www.patchamhigh.brighton-hove.sch.uk/</a><h2>Additional information</h2>Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) Check.<h2>Company information</h2>Brighton &amp; Hove Schools - Taking Action for EqualityThe School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Brighton &amp; Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.

Brighton & Hove City Council

Examination Invigilators

Alfreton Park is a lively, successful special school for pupils aged 2 to 19 years, with severe and profound learning difficulties. The school has a strong commitment to child safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects all staff and volunteers to respect this commitment. We require part-time Learning Support Assistants to work across the school, to support teaching and learning. The successful applicant needs to be able to respond to our pupil’s learning levels and support pupils to achieve their best. Applicants need to have a love of learning, enjoy a challenge and have the ability to develop strategies in problem solving. We require people who have enthusiasm, energy and are able to contribute positively to the class team. The successful candidates must be prepared to work across the school. The successful candidate must be flexible and available to work 12:00 – 16:00. Additional hours may also be available. Please contact Jane Osment on <a href="mailto:recruitment@alfretonpark.derbyshire.sch.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@alfretonpark.derbyshire.sch.uk</a> for further information. NB: References will be taken prior to interviewProvisional Interview Date: 13 and 14 January 2025<ul></ul>

Learning Support Assistant p.m

Alfreton Park is a lively, successful special school for pupils aged 2 to 19 years, with severe and profound learning difficulties. The school has a strong commitment to child safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects all staff and volunteers to respect this commitment. We require part-time Learning Support Assistants to work across the school, to support teaching and learning. The successful applicant needs to be able to respond to our pupil’s learning levels and support pupils to achieve their best. Applicants need to have a love of learning, enjoy a challenge and have the ability to develop strategies in problem solving. We require people who have enthusiasm, energy and are able to contribute positively to the class team. The successful candidates must be prepared to work across the school. The successful candidate must be flexible and available to work 08.30 – 13.30 Additional hours may also be available. Please contact Jane Osment on <a href="mailto:recruitment@alfretonpark.derbyshire.sch.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@alfretonpark.derbyshire.sch.uk</a> for further information. NB: References will be taken prior to interviewProvisional Interview Dates: 13 and 14 January 2025Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>





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Learning Support Assistant a.m

What will you be doing?Salary: £51,893 - £57,954 per annum (Soulbury Scale A 5-8 *NQ EPs will start on Point 5) | Plus up-to 3 SPA points | Plus £3000 retention payment | Plus £2000 ‘golden hello’ for those new to KentFull-time &amp; Part-time posts available Work Locations across Kent Are you interested in developing your Community-based Educational Psychology practice and providing responsive, evidence based psychological interventions across early years settings, Family Hubs, schools and with children and families across Kent? Kent Educational Psychology Service’s vision is to develop a Local Authority EP service where our identity as Local Authority EP’s is focused on community and relationships. If you are an experienced Educational Psychologist, recently qualified or in your final year of Doctoral training and are passionate about making a meaningful difference for children and young people then we would like to hear from you. Working alongside other partners in Education, Health and Social Care we provide schools with a Link Educational Psychologist who is part of a multi-agency Professional Resource Group. Together, they support a Community of Schools, offering systemic input across multiple levels.The Service is strategically positioned within the Local Authority with our psychologists primarily delivering community focused services, receiving their own CPD, admin and supervision for 60% of their time because we recognise that early intervention is fundamental in addressing the crises in SEN and providing more accessible support to families and schools at an earlier stage. As a Kent Educational Psychologist you will join a service with an excellent reputation across the county. Or work includes: <ul><li>Leading the multi-agency emotion based school avoidance pathway </li><li>Delivering training and supervising Emotional Literacy Support Assistants (ELSAs) </li><li>Community focused work with links to Family Hubs and Social Care, exclusions support and the Youth Justice Teams</li><li>Supporting the neurodevelopmental pathway around autism diagnoses and support in schools</li><li>Facilitating School Based Reviews that lead to systemic change, collaborative working, and targeted interventions</li></ul>We offer a rich CPD programme where you can develop further skills in Supervision, Video Interaction Guidance, Power Threat Meaning Framework, Dynamic assessment and so much more! We are integrating the offer of coaching and further leadership training support to provide ongoing professional development and EP’s have multiple opportunities to develop specialisms and leadership roles through supporting our many areas of work and our flourishing Trainee and Assistant EP programmes. We are developing our anti-racism strategy, aiming to embed anti-racist practice with psychologists encouraged to undertake regular reflective sessions relating to this issue. Educational psychologists joining Kent EP Service are rewarded with a generous financial package that includes a “golden hello” of £2000 and an annual retention payment of £3000. There are also relocation expenses of up to £8000 payable for those moving to Kent. We offer flexible working arrangements supported by a laptop and smartphone, structured induction, highly regarded CPD opportunities, individual and peer group supervision and the support of an excellent dedicated administrative team. We have opportunities available across Kent. Work base locations can be discussed at interview. If you would like to be part of a creative, innovative Service then we would welcome an application from you. This post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the Job Description/Person Specification.This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Applicants must be professionally qualified and registered with the HCPC.This is a rolling advert and applications will be reviewed regularly. If your application is successfully shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange an interview.About youFor more information regarding the Service, please <a href="https://www.kelsi.org.uk/special-education-needs/educational-psychology" target="_blank">click here.</a> Alternatively for an informal chat please contact Daniel Jones, Acting Principal Educational Psychologist, by <a href="mailto:Daniel.Jones@kent.gov.uk" target="_blank">Daniel.Jones@kent.gov.uk</a> – or alternatively call us on: 03000 422698.About usWork that works for you and us - let's talk flexibility!KCC is committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the county's working residents, encouraging applications from people of all ages, abilities, genders, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds, faiths and those with caring responsibilities, and aspires to create an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves at work.Please note - if you are interested, please apply soon as possible as the closing date for this advert may be earlier than stated should a number of suitably qualified candidates apply. 





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Educational Psychologist

Job DescriptionDiscover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities!We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants.IntroductionEducational Psychologist post:&nbsp;We are looking for an&nbsp;Educational Psychologist who can articulate clearly how this role is one of public service to our children and families in Lewisham. We want EPs who are committed to being part of our team and part of Lewisham.&nbsp; Belonging is a key theme across&nbsp;all&nbsp;our&nbsp;children’s services in Lewisham, and we want EPs with the desire to feel and create belonging.&nbsp;We are looking for&nbsp;an&nbsp;educational psychologist who&nbsp;is&nbsp;passionate about preventative local authority work and&nbsp;is&nbsp;committed to the wider inclusion agenda where all children and young people belong.&nbsp; If that sounds like you then come and join our creative and experienced team.&nbsp;&nbsp;What’s the role?&nbsp; In Lewisham our EPs work at all levels of the system (organisation, group, individual) to carry out the five functions of an EP (Consultation, Assessment, Intervention, Training, and Research).We&nbsp;maintain&nbsp;a 33% statutory, 33% school-traded, and 33%&nbsp;projects/commissions/&nbsp;CPD split across the maingrade EP team.&nbsp;&nbsp;87% of Lewisham schools&nbsp;commission&nbsp;our EPs&nbsp;and we are actively using the NAPEP Currie Matrix infographic to&nbsp;maximise our systemic work.Through your&nbsp;application of psychological critical thinking skills,&nbsp;you will facilitate reflection and reflexivity, enable adults to connect their knowledge and skills to their practice, and&nbsp;challenge the status quo leading to a change in practice. &nbsp;You will be using the&nbsp;Psychological application of implementation science:&nbsp;bridging the gap between research and real-world practice in education settings. You will be using&nbsp;psychological application of implementation science&nbsp;to bridge the gap between research and real-world practice in education settings, and you will be providing&nbsp;psychological safety&nbsp;to provide emotional containment and promote the good wellbeing of educators, parents/carers, children and young people.What’s in it for you?&nbsp;Excellent training and development opportunities, plus a range of benefits including:<ul> <li>Generous holiday allowance&nbsp;</li> <li>Local Government Pension scheme&nbsp;</li> <li>Flexible working and family friendly policies&nbsp;</li> <li>Season ticket and bicycle loans&nbsp;</li> <li>A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships&nbsp;</li> <li>Supportive staff networks</li></ul>You will have the opportunity to work with an innovative EP team in a local authority that is driving the agenda on inclusion and belonging.&nbsp; You will be part of the EP team and our Specialist Teacher Teams (Sensory Needs and SpLD) together we are STEPS and we are supported by an excellent Business Support Team. &nbsp;What we’re looking for&nbsp;An EP committed to the personal and professional work involved in becoming an actively anti-racist Lewisham EP. &nbsp;You will demonstrate your commitment to this by identifying your own development needs in this area and pro-actively taking up the support on offer in Lewisham EP team. &nbsp;You will want to make your EP practice in the field robust and effective when tackling institutional racism.An EP who is committed to the complexities of public sector working and has a desire to be part of an EP team ready to respond to the new SEND and Inclusion Reforms and position our profession as&nbsp;Early&nbsp;responders to need,&nbsp;Local&nbsp;and knowledgeable about our area,&nbsp;Fair&nbsp;in our equitable ability to serve those who need us most,&nbsp;Effective&nbsp;because our practice is evidence informed, and able to&nbsp;Share&nbsp;our knowledge and skills in partnership working.LocationThe job is primarily based in Kaleidoscope, a children's developmental centre in Rushey Green/Catford area, but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work both in the office, in education settings, home visits, and from home on a regular basis. &nbsp;&nbsp;Special conditions<ul> <li>You must be a qualified educational psychologist with HCPC registration&nbsp;or enrolled on a recognised UK doctoral training programme in Year 2 or Year 3</li> <li>The job is subject to an enhanced DBS check</li></ul>The recruitment process is anonymous, and we don’t accept CV’s.<a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/mayorandcouncil/counciljobs/applying/how-to-apply-for-a-job-with-us" target="_blank">Applicant handbook</a>&nbsp;- please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed.&nbsp;For an informal discussion about this job, please contact&nbsp;Dr Sue Franklin, Principal Educational Psychologist,&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sue.franklin@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">sue.franklin@lewisham.gov.uk</a>Please click&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lewisham.gov.uk/-/media/jobs/MaingradeEducationalPsychologist181125" target="_blank">here</a> to view the Job Description and Person SpecificationSalary£51,893 - £61,664 per annum (Soulbury A 5 - 10 +3 SPA) + Soulbury London Allowance £4,328.21 per annumStarting salary will be increased inline with any increases established in the Soulbury Agreement for 2025.N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), which is subject to evidential proof.DiversityLewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply" target="_blank">www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply</a>&nbsp;The Council has a dedicated employment support service,&nbsp;<a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/lewishamworks" target="_blank">Lewisham Works</a>, which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you want to join Lewisham Works, please email&nbsp; <a href="mailto:JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;and an advisor will be in touch with you.&nbsp;&nbsp;The Council reserves the right to close adverts early if there is a large response.Let’s stay connected, follow us on social media:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjayKyv_-P5AhXpTEEAHQZnCesQFnoECAQQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fcompany%2Flondon-borough-of-lewisham&amp;usg=AOvVaw13wpKtHnV966_uUph3IPHq" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwi84tDu_uP5AhUJbcAKHZDFDQsQFnoECAkQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fen-gb.facebook.com%2FLewishamCouncil&amp;usg=AOvVaw1PkBiwCy8tNrQ-3VWV2VDJ" target="_blank">Facebook</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjNneGW_-P5AhUOTMAKHeoeCtQQ6F56BAgHEAE&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2FLewishamCouncil%3Fref_src%3Dtwsrc%255Egoogle%257Ctwcamp%255Eserp%257Ctwgr%255Eauthor&amp;usg=AOvVaw2CaYxWV1ZHoRan3v_FAIEE" target="_blank">Twitter</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjKlP7I_-P5AhWznVwKHSV0AaUQFnoECAcQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Flewishamcouncil%2F%3Fhl%3Den&amp;usg=AOvVaw36nguD1n5OzUQcM1L0Nvuf" target="_blank">Instagram</a>&nbsp;





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London Borough of Lewisham

Alfreton Park is a lively, successful special school for pupils aged 2 to 19 years, with severe and profound learning difficulties. The school has a strong commitment to child safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects all staff and volunteers to respect this commitment. As a Learning Support Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the educational development of children, particularly those with special educational needs. Reporting to the classroom teacher, your responsibilities will include providing tailored assistance to students, fostering an inclusive learning environment, and implementing strategies for children and young people with additional needs. Your core skills in working with children and special education, combined with your premium skills in teaching, will be essential in enhancing student engagement. Strong communication will further enable you to connect effectively with students and their families. Join us in making a meaningful impact on young learners' lives. Applicants need to have a love of learning, enjoy a challenge and have the ability to develop strategies in problem solving. We require people who have enthusiasm, energy and are able to contribute positively to the class team. The successful candidates must be prepared to work across the school and must be flexible and available to work 08.30 – 15:45. Please contact Jane Osment on; 01773 483330 <a href="mailto:recruitment@alfretonpark.derbyshire.sch.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@alfretonpark.derbyshire.sch.uk</a> if you would like to arrange a tour of the school or if you need any additional information.Provisional Interview Date: 13 and 14 January 2026NB: References will be taken prior to interviewDue to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>





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Learning Support Assistant

Alfreton Park is a lively, successful special school for pupils aged 2 to 19 years, with severe and profound learning difficulties. The school has a strong commitment to child safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects all staff and volunteers to respect this commitment. We require relief Learning Support Assistants to work across the school, to support teaching and learning. The successful applicant needs to be able to respond our pupil’s learning levels and support pupils to achieve their best. Applicants need to have a love of learning, enjoy a challenge and have the ability to develop strategies in problem solving. We require a person who has enthusiasm, energy and is able to contribute positively to the class team. The successful candidate must be flexible and prepared to work across the school. Interviews will be held on Tuesday 13th or Wednesday 14th January 2026. Please ensure you are available for the entire school day, as you will be required from 08:30 to 15:30. Please contact Jane Osment on; 01773 483330 / <a href="mailto:recruitment@alfretonpark.derbyshire.sch.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@alfretonpark.derbyshire.sch.uk</a> if you would like to arrange a tour of the school or if you need any additional information. Provisional Interview Date: 13 and 14 January 2025NB: References will be taken prior to interviewDue to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>





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We encourage participants to visit our school. For more details and to apply, download our pack and please complete the online application form, with a personal statement in the form to not exceed 1200 words.
The successful applicant will be subject to the conditions of employment for Headteachers contained in the School Teachers Pay and Conditions document 2025 and other current education and employment legislation.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and external agencies to share this commitment.
The post is exempt from Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 And the successful applicant will require an enhanced DBS check. As the post will involve regulated activity with children, it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are included on the children’s barred list held by the DBS. Other safer recruitment checks including online check for shortlisted candidates will be undertaken.



The children, staff and governors of Winsford High Street Primary School are looking for a new Headteacher to start in September 2026 to follow in the footsteps of the long-standing Headteacher who is retiring. We are seeking a Headteacher who will build on our school’s many strengths and lead us with vision, integrity, and energy into the next stage of our development. The successful candidate will be someone who values collaboration, inclusion, and creativity, and who can inspire both staff and pupils to achieve excellence.
The children want a Headteacher who is kind, happy, will do activities with them and is respectful. They should be a good listener, know a lot about dinosaurs, let everyone participate and is accepting of everyone.&nbsp;They will be supportive, musical&nbsp;and have a passion for sport.
The staff are looking for a leader who is visionary,&nbsp;compassionate and approachable.&nbsp; They will be a good communicator, able to understand the local area, fair and leads by example.
Governors seek a leader who can support and empower staff to achieve their best, foster a culture of continuous improvement and celebrate success.&nbsp;They will be visible, approachable, and supportive within the school community&nbsp;and value partnerships, working with governors, parents, and local organisations and communities for the success of the young people in their care.
If this could be you download our pack, find out more and we look forward to your application.

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St Augustine's Catholc Primary School &amp; Nursery,&nbsp;Conwy Court,&nbsp;Runcorn, Cheshire,&nbsp;WA7 2JJ.
Tel: 01928 568936
Headteacher
L12-L18
Fulltime, permanent
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an existing senior leader, or a highly successful, aspiring leader to take up the role of Headteacher at St Augustine’s Catholic Primary School &amp; Nursery, part of the Holy Family Catholic Multi Academy Trust.
We are seeking a confident, caring and creative individual who will maximise opportunities for our staff team and children. We are looking for a leader who has a track record of improving standards and outcomes and can lead the Catholic life of the school in our next phase of growth. The school continues to expand pupil numbers and is a popular choice for local families.
St Augustine’s is a warm, welcoming and faith-filled community at the heart of Castlefields, Runcorn. As a proud member of the Holy Family Catholic Multi Academy Trust (HFCMAT), we are part of a supportive and forward-thinking family of schools dedicated to developing excellence, embracing opportunity, and building strong communities rooted in Gospel values.
We believe in the transformative power of Catholic education to change lives, open doors and raise aspirations. At St Augustine’s, children are known, nurtured, and encouraged to achieve the highest standards, developing as responsible citizens and unique individuals loved by God.
The successful candidate will be supported by the Trust’s Director of Primary Education and central team, who have excellent knowledge and experience of working with the school and governors.
A requirement of the post is that applicants must be practising Catholics who are able to obtain a faith reference.
Application packs can be obtained via the school website.
Closing date: 02 January 2026 at 12.00 noon
Shortlisting: w/c 05 January 2026
Interview date: 21 January 2026

Headteacher - St Augustine's Catholic Primary School & Nursery

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs. Please fully complete the on-line application form.
The Raise Academy – Exam Invigilator
Location: Halton (Widnes)
Salary: £14.42 per hour (includes holiday compensation at 12.07%)
Closing date: 30.01.2026
Start Date: TBC
The Raise Academy opened in September 2024. The school specialises in supporting pupils aged 12-16 with social, emotional and mental health difficulties, primarily from the Halton and St Helens areas. The school provides a calm, safe and welcoming environment for pupils that might have struggled to succeed in traditional educational settings.
The Raise Academy pupils have the opportunity to engage in a wide range of vocational and practical subjects that will give them new opportunities to progress personally, socially and academically. The curriculum is underpinned by high quality and supportive Maths, English and Science and all lessons are taught in small classes of up to 8 pupils, with teachers, learning mentors and pastoral/teaching assistants.
Our vision for The Raise Academy is to work tirelessly to provide excellence for every student. We hope to capture a new found curiosity and imagination to help all become the best versions of themselves leading to high quality academic and vocational achievement and positive post-16 destinations.
We are looking to recruit flexible invigilators to ensure that examinations are carried out according to the rules set by the examination boards. Candidates must be available to work as required during exam periods throughout the academic year. This is a casual worker arrangement, meaning there is no guaranteed number of hours or a fixed contract. Applications will be reviewed on submission and if successfully shortlisted, we will contact you for interview.

Please see the full Job Description and Person Specification and complete the Youth Engagement Schools Trust application form via our online Every Portal at the following link.
<a href="https://theraiseacademy.org/vacancies/" target="_blank">Vacancies – The Raise Academy</a>
The YES Trust is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants must be prepared to undergo an enhanced DBS to confirm their suitability to work with children.

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If you are interested in this vacancy, please apply by completing the online application form. Your personal statement (maximum 1000 words) should address the following points:
why you are interested in this post and how you have prepared yourself so far
what contributions you feel you can make to students’ development within our school
any particular areas of strength and expertise you feel you may have
Applications should arrive in school by 9am on Monday 5th January 2026.



SALARY: NJC Grade 1, Scale Point 2, £24,413 FTE + SEN Allowance (£1,539 FTE). Actual Salary £13,824.35 + £871.49
CONTRACT: Permanent
START DATE: ASAP
WORKING PATTERN: Part time (25 hours per week) Term time only
We seek to appoint a committed and driven Class Support Assistant to join our popular school.&nbsp;The successful candidates will be key members of our team as we continue on our journey of improvement; directly supporting pupils with special educational needs to thrive both academically and socially and emotionally.
Whiston Willis Primary Academy has a clear vision that all pupils will achieve their best academically and develop strong moral and social intelligence as good citizens.
Pupils are at the heart of all our work and all staff have a key role in ensuring the needs of all pupils and their families are met. We can offer you fantastic, eager, well-behaved children and supportive parents.
Our dynamic and friendly staff are passionate about raising standards and aspirations for all children.&nbsp;Our nurturing school is well resourced and has a supportive and reflective Senior Leadership Team, Governing Body and Multi Academy Trust.
As a member of the Wade Deacon Trust, we offer you opportunities to further develop personally through our commitment to staff development. This commitment to professional development is of paramount importance as we believe that the development of staff is a key aspect in raising standards for our pupils and all staff members actively engage in this offer.
The Wade Deacon Trust 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 subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, satisfactory medical clearance and evidence of eligibility to work in the UK.
Visiting
We welcome informal, visits from applicants before they apply. If you do wish to do so, please email <a href="mailto:J.Jones@whistonwillis.co.uk" target="_blank">J.Jones@whistonwillis.co.uk</a> to confirm your attendance at the times available below.
 Safeguarding
The Wade Deacon Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory medical clearance.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants
are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions or
spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act
1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020.

Classroom Support Assistant

Job Description Organisation: London Borough of Waltham Forest Salary: Soulbury Education Improvement Professional 46 - 49 £101,264 - £105,268 Contract Type: Full-time/Permanent Working hours per week: 36 Application Deadline: 02/01/2026 Proposed Interview Date(s): TBC Reference: 1944 About Us:&nbsp; Bursting with culture, energy, and opportunity, the London Borough of Waltham Forest is a fantastic and exciting place to work.&nbsp; We are a highly ambitious borough. Driven by culture and the innate creativity of our residents, we have developed new and innovative ways to build our communities. Our Council is relentlessly resident-focused, insight-led, digitally driven and commercially minded; a Council focused on meeting the needs of our existing and future residents.&nbsp; London Borough of Waltham Forest is one of the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.london.gov.uk/good-work-standard" target="_blank">Mayor of London’s Good Work Standard</a>&nbsp;employers. This accreditation is a proof of our commitment to creating a healthy, fair and inclusive workplace. This includes fair pay and conditions, workplace well-being, skills and progression and diversity and recruitment.&nbsp; The Council’s preference is for online application. However, if you have a disability and are unable to complete an online application, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;so we can arrange an alternative application method.&nbsp; Click here for further information on the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/council-and-elections/your-data-and-privacy/our-privacy-notices/hr-recruitment-privacy-notice" target="_blank">Human Resources recruitment privacy notice</a>.&nbsp; About the role:&nbsp; Waltham Forest has just undertaken a service review and is looking for a dynamic education leader who will provide professional leadership of school effectiveness and inclusion&nbsp;in Waltham Forest, leading on projects to raise standards of attainment, whilst also having oversight of advisory teaching teams and SEMH outreach services to ensure that all children in Waltham Forest, achieve their best outcomes. &nbsp;The post holder will have managerial and professional responsibilities for advisory teaching and support the development of the school improvement partnership. The post holder will work under the leadership of the Corporate Director - Education to ensure that school effectiveness is correctly interfaced with and prioritised alongside other key Council priorities. The post holder will also deputise for the Corporate Director - Education when required. <a href="https://fs-filestore-eu.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/Waltham_Forest/govRoleProfiles/Role%20Profile%20-%20AD%20Learning%20and%20Inclusion%20(1944).pdf" target="_blank">&gt;&gt; Click here to download the Role Profile &lt;&lt;&nbsp;</a> Key Responsibilities:&nbsp; <ul> <li>To act as lead officer providing strategic policy direction, leadership operational management and financial control in delivering the Local Authorities statutory duties.</li> <li>To act as lead officer providing strategic policy direction, leadership operational management and financial control in delivering the Local Authorities statutory duties with regard to education.</li> <li>To act as the lead officer and key contact with Ofsted in order to work in partnership and deliver LA statutory requirements in line with Ofsted protocols.</li> <li>Contribute to the strategic direction of the Council, translating strategy into performance goals and strong improvement outcomes.</li> <li>Support the Director of Education, deputising when require, and working collaboratively with colleagues and external partners.</li> <li>Support the Cabinet, Chief Executive and Management Board to achieve the aims and desired outcomes of the Council.</li> <li>To lead the service in delivering the Local Authorities statutory duties related to education services and outcomes.</li> </ul> Qualifications and Requirements:&nbsp; Qualified Teacher status Educated to degree level or equivalent standard. Substantial Continuing Professional Development&nbsp; Relevant professional qualification. Terms and conditions:&nbsp; The below terms and conditions apply to this role:&nbsp; Satisfactory employment references and CIFAS identity checks;&nbsp; Satisfactory declaration of interest;&nbsp; This role is subject to safer recruitment practices as it involves work with children and/ or vulnerable adults;&nbsp; Satisfactory DBS check;&nbsp; Continued professional body registration;&nbsp; This post is politically restricted therefore the post holder is disqualified from undertaking certain political activities under the Local Government Officers (Political Restrictions) Regulations 1990.&nbsp; As a public authority, we must ensure that members of staff in public-facing roles are able to speak fluent English. This means that they must have a command of spoken English, with confidence and accuracy, sufficient for the effective performance of their role. This requirement does not refer to any particular English language qualifications, regional or international accents, dialects, speech impediments or the tone of conversations. It does not require staff to speak only in English.&nbsp; How to Apply:&nbsp; Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications online by pressing the ‘Apply’ button below. This includes a supporting statement that outlines to us how your skills and experience make you a good candidate for this vacancy.&nbsp; We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.&nbsp;&nbsp; Equal Opportunity Employer:&nbsp; Waltham Forest is a diverse borough where diversity is valued and is integral to both, service delivery and employment of its staff. The Council is proud of its rich mix of communities and as the largest employer in the area, it works hard to respond to the changing needs of its population. We use our statutory duties on race, gender and disability equality and best practice in respect of age, faith and sexual orientation to ensure equality of opportunity in the workplace. The Council is committed to meeting its 4 equality objectives: - Promoting equality of opportunity - Opposing all forms of discrimination, intolerance and disadvantage - Ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse communities of Waltham Forest at all levels. - Providing fair, appropriate, accessible and excellent Services to all. Respecting Diversity is a core Council value.&nbsp; To support the above and reduce the risk of bias in its recruitment activities, the council is operating an anonymous shortlisting process, which hides personal information that can identify individuals until their application has been considered for shortlisting. The council also operates a scheme whereby, for jobs graded up to and including scale SO2, internal candidates are considered first. This includes those candidates who self-identify as having a disability for the purposes of the Disability Confident scheme. For more information, please refer to our recruitment and selection policy.&nbsp; We are keen to support employees to balance their working life with other commitments. Therefore, wherever possible, we will consider working arrangements that suit an individual's personal circumstances whilst still meeting the needs of the Council. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below or feel free to discuss this during your interview.&nbsp; For more information on the benefits of working for the Council, please visit <a href="https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us" target="_blank">https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us</a>.&nbsp; Contact Information:&nbsp; If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please contact Mary Jarrett, Corporate Director of Education at <a href="mailto:Mary.Jarrett@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">Mary.Jarrett@walthamforest.gov.uk</a> If you have any technical issues when trying to apply for this post, please contact our Recruitment Team via email at <a href="mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp; The Council’s preference is for online application. However, if you have a disability and are unable to complete an online application, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a> so we can arrange an alternative application method.&nbsp; Click here for further information on the <a href="https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/council-and-elections/your-data-and-privacy/our-privacy-notices/hr-recruitment-privacy-notice" target="_blank">Human Resources recruitment privacy notice</a>.&nbsp;





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London Borough Of Waltham Forest

AD Learning and Inclusion

Job DescriptionDiscover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities!We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants.Introduction&nbsp;Maingrade EP working in the Virtual School:&nbsp;We are looking to employ a permanent member of staff to provide Relationally Safe School training and individual child casework support for children with a social worker. &nbsp;You will be working in the Virtual School and reporting to our Senior Specialist EP based in the Virtual School.&nbsp; You would be part of the core EP Team and receive CPD, line management and supervision.&nbsp; This is an already established role in the Virtual School, and we see it as an exciting opportunity for any qualified EP who is looking to a) build depth and skills in CLA and the wider remit of the Virtual School, and b) is passionate about training in relational practices in schools.What’s the role?In Lewisham our EPs work at all levels of the system (organisation, group, individual) to carry out the five functions of an EP (Consultation, Assessment, Intervention, Training, and Research)You will be an EP working in the Virtual School, but with regular contact with the core EP Team. &nbsp;Through your application of psychological critical thinking skills you will facilitate reflection and reflexivity, enable adults to connect their knowledge and skills to their practice, and&nbsp; challenge the status quo leading to a change in practice. &nbsp;You will be using the Psychological application of implementation science: bridging the gap between research and real-world practice in education settings. You will be using psychological application of implementation science&nbsp;to bridge the gap between research and real-world practice in education settings, and you will be providing psychological safety&nbsp;to provide emotional containment and promote the good wellbeing of educators, parents/carers, children and young people.What’s in it for you?Excellent training and development opportunities, plus a range of benefits including:<ul> <li>Generous holiday allowance</li> <li>Local Government Pension scheme</li> <li>Flexible working and family friendly policies</li> <li>Season ticket and bicycle loans</li> <li>A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships</li> <li>Supportive staff networks</li></ul>You will have the opportunity to work with two innovative teams in the local authority the EP team and our Specialist Teacher Teams, and our Virtual School. &nbsp;This will enable you to have more experience of multi-agency working and provide you with greater insights and experience in the are of children with social workers and children who are looked after by the local authority as corporate parent.What we’re looking forAn EP committed to the personal and professional work involved in becoming an actively anti-racist Lewisham EP. &nbsp;You will demonstrate your commitment to this by identifying your own development needs in this area and pro-actively taking up the support on offer in Lewisham EP team. &nbsp;You will want to make your EP practice in the field robust and effective when tackling institutional racism.An EP who is committed to learning about the work of the Virtual School and how it supports children looked after (Corporate Parent) and children who have social workers. You will be able to manage both compassion and resilience in the face of working for children who are in complex situations. &nbsp;You will be an excellent team member who can manage the inter-professional differences that multi-agency working implies.An EP who enjoys engaging in adult learning training. &nbsp;You will be experienced in training staff teams, staff groups, and excellent in your planning and organisation skills. &nbsp;You will be knowledgeable about how to implement training into practice.LocationThe job is primarily based in Kaleidoscope, 32 Rushey Green, Catford, London, SE6 4JF a children's developmental centre in Rushey Green/Catford area, but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work both in the office, in education settings, and from home on a regular basis. &nbsp;There will be times when you will visit children out of the borough of Lewisham.Special conditions<ul> <li>You must be a qualified educational psychologist with HCPC registration</li> <li>You will sometimes need to travel outside of the borough to visit children/education settings</li> <li>The job is subject to an enhanced DBS check</li></ul>The recruitment process is anonymous and we don’t accept CV’s.&nbsp;<a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/mayorandcouncil/counciljobs/applying/how-to-apply-for-a-job-with-us" target="_blank">Applicant handbook</a>&nbsp;- please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed.For an informal discussion about this job, please contact Amanda Davidson, Senior Specialist EP,&nbsp;<a href="mailto:amanda.davidson@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">amanda.davidson@lewisham.gov.uk</a>Please click <a href="https://www.lewisham.gov.uk/-/media/jobs/MaingradeEducationalPsychologist181125" target="_blank">here</a> to view the Job Description and Person SpecificationSalary£51,893 - £61,664 per annum &nbsp;(Soulbury A 5 - 10 +3 SPA) + Soulbury London Allowance £4,328.21 per annum.&nbsp;Starting salary will be increased inline with any increases established in the Soulbury Agreement for 2025.N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), which is subject to evidential proof.DiversityLewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at <a href="https://www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply" target="_blank">www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply</a>&nbsp;The Council has a dedicated employment support service, <a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/lewishamworks" target="_blank">Lewisham Works</a>, which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you want to join Lewisham Works, please email&nbsp; <a href="mailto:JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;and an advisor will be in touch with you.The Council reserves the right to close adverts early if there is a large response.Let’s stay connected, follow us on social media:<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjayKyv_-P5AhXpTEEAHQZnCesQFnoECAQQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fcompany%2Flondon-borough-of-lewisham&amp;usg=AOvVaw13wpKtHnV966_uUph3IPHq" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwi84tDu_uP5AhUJbcAKHZDFDQsQFnoECAkQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fen-gb.facebook.com%2FLewishamCouncil&amp;usg=AOvVaw1PkBiwCy8tNrQ-3VWV2VDJ" target="_blank">Facebook</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjNneGW_-P5AhUOTMAKHeoeCtQQ6F56BAgHEAE&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2FLewishamCouncil%3Fref_src%3Dtwsrc%255Egoogle%257Ctwcamp%255Eserp%257Ctwgr%255Eauthor&amp;usg=AOvVaw2CaYxWV1ZHoRan3v_FAIEE" target="_blank">Twitter</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjKlP7I_-P5AhWznVwKHSV0AaUQFnoECAcQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Flewishamcouncil%2F%3Fhl%3Den&amp;usg=AOvVaw36nguD1n5OzUQcM1L0Nvuf" target="_blank">Instagram</a>





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PLEASE DO NOT APPLY USING THE DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL WEBSITE, PLEASE SEE DETAILS BELOW.A fantastic opportunity has arisen in our Federation of two Local Authority Maintained schools, following a leadership restructure. We are looking for the best two Heads of School out there (one for our Infant School and one for our Junior School) to join our happy and supportive team, starting in either April 2026 or September 2026. We have a wonderfully vibrant school community, and we have recently embarked on an exciting new chapter for our Federation with new leadership. Our two new Heads of School will play an integral part in shaping our exciting new direction. Are you an outstanding practitioner, who is dedicated to improving the life chances of children? We passionately believe that all children, whatever their individual circumstances, should feel secure, included, valued and challenged in all aspects of school life by being at the centre of every action and decision we make. We strive to help nurture the belief in our children that they can genuinely achieve anything they put their minds to. To enable our children to leave The Park Schools Federation as skilled and well-rounded individuals, successfully prepared to take on the challenge of secondary school and adulthood. Is this a vision that you share? If so, we are looking for someone who: <ul><li>Is a ‘champion’ for every child in our care, putting the children’s needs and well-being before anything else.</li><li>is dynamic, determined, approachable, visionary and has high personal expectations.</li><li>has the ability to make learning fun and engaging while ensuring all children are appropriately challenged.</li><li>builds on existing strengths and helps lead our federation of schools to further improve the quality of our provision.</li><li>has the ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with members of our school community.</li><li>has high expectations of all children’s achievement and behaviour.</li><li>has ideas, energy and is solution-focussed.</li><li>is able to motivate and inspire both staff and pupils.</li><li>sincerely values every member of the school community.</li><li>is eager to make a wider contribution to school life. </li></ul>In return, we can offer you: <ul><li>a truly amazing group of children, who we are all proud of.</li><li>access to excellent professional development, tailored to your personalised needs. This includes a proven track-record of progression to headship, if that is your chosen direction.</li><li>at least three days per week dedicated leadership time.</li><li>a clear framework for driving the improvement of teaching and learning.</li><li>A stunning learning environment, with enormous potential.</li><li>a very supportive governing body. </li></ul>We are a pair of large and popular village Local Authority schools with friendly and dedicated staff, charming children and the opportunity to be part of our whole school community. We have a strong commitment to ensuring your well-being, including personal ‘passport’ days in term time, and a learning environment which is full of potential! If you are keen to be part of our very special team, please do request further details. Visits to our school are warmly welcomed to see the wealth of fantastic learning facilities we provide, for example our Forest School has to be seen to be believed! Please contact the school office on 01623 742663 or <a href="mailto:enquiries@parkfed.co.uk" target="_blank">enquiries@parkfed.co.uk</a>, to make an appointment and see our fantastic school in action. Viewing times are:Monday November 17 at 2pm and 4pmFriday November 28 at 10am, 2pm and 4pmWednesday December 10 at 10am and 4pmThursday January 8 at 2pm and 4pmThursday January 15 at 10am and 2pm The closing date is on Friday 19/01/26 at 5pm and shortlisting will take place on Wednesday 21/01/26. Interviews will take place on Thursday 29/01/26 and Friday 30/01/26. Please see our website for the applications form: <a href="https://www.parkfed.co.uk/page/?title=Vacancies&amp;pid=61" target="_blank">https://www.parkfed.co.uk/page/?title=Vacancies&amp;pid=61</a>Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>





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Head of School

Brackenfield School is an area special school for the South of Derbyshire, providing an exciting and relevant education for young people with complex needs including communication and comprehension difficulties. The Headteacher and Governors wish to appoint multiple LSA for 37 hours a week, to start ASAP. The successful candidate will join an experienced team of teachers, STLAs (Specialist Teacher and Learning Assistants) and LSAs (Learning Support Assistants) who support young people aged 3 to 19, working developmentally between birth and 6years of age. All of our young people have profound and multiple, complex and severe learning needs. Pupils in Brackenfield school are not chronologically age grouped and instead are grouped by their cognitive, social, communication and sensory needs. We are looking for someone to join our highly skilled team, who can build excellent relationships with our children and is committed to high standards in the classroom as part of a highly motivated and hardworking team. You should have knowledge and understanding of specialist education and early childhood development. You will be required to demonstrate good verbal communication skills and an ability to annotate pupils’ work. The successful applicants will promote the school ethos through high levels of expectation, being an adaptable team player, promoting growth mindset through recognition of character education and be able to encourage pupil independence. Please see job specification and job description for full responsibilities.Brackenfield School is committed to the safeguarding of all children. Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Brackenfield SEND School is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, preventing unlawful discrimination in all of its activities and to valuing diversity. If you would like more information please contact<a href="mailto:HR@brackenfield.derbyshire.sch.uk" target="_blank">HR@brackenfield.derbyshire.sch.uk</a>Pre interviews – 9th January 2026 Face to face interviews – 14th January 2026 Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>





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Headteacher
Start Date: 1st May 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter
Salary: L10-L18
Mickle Trafford Village School is an inclusive school that promotes the highest standards for all our children to prepare them for their future.&nbsp; Governors wish to appoint a strong, influential leader who will quickly earn the respect and commitment of children and staff, to build on the continuous improvement of the school.&nbsp; The successful applicant will be innovative and inspirational, an excellent communicator with a proven track record of inclusive practice and the highest standards.
We offer the successful candidate the opportunity to lead and manage an academically thriving primary school with an excellent local reputation that is making a difference to children’s lives.&nbsp; The school is highly inclusive and you will lead a staff team committed to the best educational standards and the development of the whole child, supported by a highly proactive governing board.
Our school is a welcoming village school, which is located in the rural suburbs of Chester, located in a mix of old and relatively new buildings with large playgrounds and a sports field.&nbsp; We are proud of our strong sense of community and are looking for the successful candidate to continue to build on this relationship.
If you are passionate about children’s education, and seek an exciting career opportunity, Mickle Trafford would welcome your application and offer you a rewarding headship.&nbsp; We welcome applications from experienced headteachers as well as deputy headteachers and assistant headteachers, who are able to demonstrate excellent leadership, management and communication skills with a good record of inclusive practice enabling all children to achieve their full potential.
We welcome and encourage visits to the school.&nbsp; Please contact the School Business Manager (<a href="mailto:sbm@mickletrafford.cheshire.sch.uk" target="_blank">sbm@mickletrafford.cheshire.sch.uk</a>) or via telephone (01244 506480) to make an appointment for the week commencing 1st December 2025.
Closing date: Monday 5th January 2026 at midday.
School visits are scheduled for the 1st and 2nd December 2025
Interviews are scheduled for the week commencing 19th January 2026
Mickle Trafford Village School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be bound by the school’s safeguarding children processes, undertake safeguarding training as necessary and all appointments are subject to Enhanced Disclosure and Barred List checks from the DBS.&nbsp; Applicants for the post will be subject to stringent vetting and induction processes.

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How to Apply &nbsp;- Only applications received on Bracknell Forest application forms will be considered.
Safeguarding Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people. This position requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check because it involves contact with (or access to data concerning) children.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.&nbsp; If you are successful in being shortlisted for this position, you will be required to complete a self-declaration formTo find out more about the application process for working with children, young people and adults at risk visit&nbsp; <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/policies-relating-job-applications/applications-work-those-risk" target="_blank">https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/policies-relating-job-applications/applications-work-those-risk</a>
The Bracknell Forest Safeguarding Board (BFSB) oversees the safety and well-being of children in Bracknell Forest - <a href="https://bracknellforestsafeguarding.org.uk/" target="_blank">https://bracknellforestsafeguarding.org.uk/</a>
Equal Opportunities - We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to providing equality of opportunity to all. Our aim is to treat all employees and prospective employees with integrity, respect and consideration.
Disability - We are a Disability Symbol User and as such have made a commitment to guarantee an interview to all applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria of the person specification.
We will make reasonable adjustments to help a person with a disability through the application &amp; selection process and, if successful, to assist you in carrying out the duties of your job.&nbsp;
Pre–employment medical check - As a condition of the Offer of Employment, the successful applicant will be asked to complete an Occupational Health questionnaire form. &nbsp;
The purpose of the questionnaire is to assess whether you have any medical problems that may affect your ability to undertake the role. If necessary reasonable adjustments or modifications will be suggested to assist you in carrying out the duties of the job.&nbsp;
References - On your application form you will be asked to provide the names and addresses of two people who will provide a reference. At least one must be from your current employer, completed by a suitable person with appropriate authority. We take up references for all shortlisted candidates and wherever possible we like to apply for these prior to interview.
Employment - Any candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the role by assessing their circumstances against the relevant criteria.



We are looking for&nbsp;a very special&nbsp;person to come and join our team.&nbsp;&nbsp;We have a&nbsp;20 place&nbsp;resource provision for children with autism and speech,&nbsp;language&nbsp;and communication needs.&nbsp;&nbsp;The majority of&nbsp;our children attend mainstream in the afternoons however some of our children are in the provision full time.&nbsp;&nbsp;This is a unique role which requires someone who has the following skill set:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Able to plan for individual needs&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Can&nbsp;develop&nbsp;an enriching learning environment&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Has experience of teaching pupils with varying needs&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Has SEND experience&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Is able to&nbsp;adapt learning&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Has experience of leading and directing support staff&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Is willing to work as part of an excellent team&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
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<li>Has an&nbsp;understanding&nbsp;of&nbsp;the curriculum across EYFS, KS1 and KS2&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;‘An atmosphere of partnership and purpose can be felt throughout this school. There is a shared high ambition to ensure every pupil is an eager learner who achieves well. Staff prioritise developing caring relationships will pupils, providing thoughtful nurture and care. Classrooms and communal areas are therefore kind and calm places. Pupils feel safe and say that bullying is rare. Children of all ages are proud of their good behaviour. One pupil said, ‘I love it here and never want to leave.’&nbsp;&nbsp;
The Pines is a vibrant Primary school with a Nursery.  We are well&nbsp;resourced&nbsp;and we have extensive outside space along with a Specialist Resource Provision. There are currently 300 children on roll.&nbsp;
At The Pines there has been rapid improvement in the quality of education, behaviour &amp;&nbsp;attitudes&nbsp;and personal development.&nbsp;We will continue to focus on improving the outcomes for our children. This is an exciting time to join us and our amazing team.&nbsp;
The school&nbsp;is located in&nbsp;the&nbsp;Hanworth&nbsp;estate which is on the outskirts of Bracknell town and is within&nbsp;very easy&nbsp;access of many amenities.  The 'Look Out’ environmental area, Bracknell Sports Centre and Swimming Pool, David Lloyd Health Club, the South Hill Park Theatre &amp; Arts Centre are all well within walking distance with skating, bowling,&nbsp;cinemas&nbsp;and a leisure pool nearby.&nbsp;
We can offer you:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>An inclusive ethos&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Excellent, experienced support staff&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>A dedicated SRP&nbsp;SENCo&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Happy, motivated children who enjoy coming to school&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>A commitment to professional development for all staff&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Caring and committed staff teams including an actively supportive leadership team&nbsp;who work well together&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Supportive parents who engage positively in the improvement of the school&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Closing date:  18th January 2026&nbsp;(we reserve the right to close the vacancy before this date should a suitable candidiate be found).
Interview: To be confirmed, reviewed on receipt of shortlisted applications
Hours:  Full time
Terms: This is a fixed term position to cover maternity leave from February (or sooner if possible) until 31st December 2026, with potential to extend or become permanent.
Visits are actively encouraged.&nbsp;Please&nbsp;contact&nbsp;Steph Chandler, School Business Manager, should you&nbsp;require any further information.  <a href="mailto:SBM@thepinesschool.org.uk" target="_blank">SBM@thepinesschool.org.uk</a>&nbsp;
At The Pines we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.&nbsp;&nbsp;We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.&nbsp;

Maternity Cover – Temporary with potential to extend or become permanent

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/1548/BENEFITS.pdf" target="_blank">BENEFITS</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/1549/Application-Form-Learning-Mentor.docx" target="_blank">Application-Form-Learning-Mentor</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/1550/Abbey_School_Recruitment_Pack_-_Learning_Mentor.pdf" target="_blank">Abbey_School_Recruitment_Pack_-_Learning_Mentor</a></li>
</ul>

Please send your fully completed application form to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@abbeyschool.com." target="_blank">recruitment@abbeyschool.com</a>.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so apply today!
For additional information please see&nbsp;<a href="https://www.abbeyschool.com/recruitment" target="_blank">https://www.abbeyschool.com/recruitment/</a>
The School will complete an online search for all shortlisted candidates. If any incidents or issues have happened that are publicly available online, the school may wish to explore this at interview.
Abbey School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of all pupils and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Child safer recruitment procedures operate and the post is subject to references and an Enhanced DBS disclosure with barred list checks.
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are ‘spent’ unless ‘protected’ under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their age, disability, gender reassignment, race, sex, pregnancy and maternity, marriage/civil partnerships, religion/belief, or sexual orientation.



About the post
As a Learning Mentor (SEND School Teaching Assistant), your work will be instrumental in helping these young people achieve their full potential and overcome challenges in their educational journey.
Bring your experience working with children and young people with complex needs, or apply transferable skills from related fields, to make a meaningful impact in this role.
What you will do:
<ul>
<li>Play a key role in providing tailored support to pupils with special educational needs throughout all aspects of the school day</li>
<li>Work with pupils both individually and in small groups supporting them to overcome barriers to learning, delivering teaching, providing positive behaviour support and delivering other focused interventions.</li>
<li>Work as part of a class team, under the direction of the class teacher and trans-disciplinary colleagues, to deliver effective and appropriate teaching, learning and behaviour support in all areas of school life</li>
<li>Monitor and track progress, providing regular feedback as needed</li>
<li>Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment</li>
</ul>
We are looking for people with:
<ul>
<li>Experience of supporting children and young people with complex needs, or transferrable skills from similar fields</li>
<li>A strong level of resilience</li>
<li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team</li>
<li>A genuine commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people with special educational needs</li>
</ul>
For further information please download our recruitment pack below which contains details of the job description and person specification.
Why join Abbey School?
Join Something Exceptional: Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in a supportive, innovative environment dedicated to delivering pupil-centred care.
State-of-the-Art Resources: Join our team and benefit from cutting-edge facilities to support our pupils, and innovative tools designed to support and enhance your professional growth.
Professional Development: Benefit from specialised training in supporting pupils with autism and complex needs, along with ongoing CPD opportunities to propel your career forward.
Inspiring Location: Discover the unique quality of life in Chester, where a vibrant cultural scene meets rich history, scenic beauty, and a thriving economic hub. Chester offers professionals an idyllic setting to achieve a balanced and fulfilling lifestyle.
Additional Benefits:
<ul>
<li>Paid holidays - Learning Mentors are not required to work when the school is closed over half terms, Easter, Christmas, and summer holidays - the annual salary is split between 12 months and paid monthly.</li>
<li>Competitive salary</li>
<li>Suite of staff benefits including pension scheme</li>
<li>Technology appropriate for your job</li>
<li>Comprehensive staff training programme</li>
<li>Access to WeCare which is a 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, get fit programme and much more.</li>
<li>Access to MediCash program for wellbeing benefits</li>
<li>The opportunity to shape and improve the life chances of pupils with a disability, and in so doing, extend the prospect of an improved quality of life for family members and others</li>
</ul>
For further information please visit <a href="https://www.abbeyschool.com/learning-mentor" target="_blank">https://www.abbeyschool.com/learning-mentor/</a>
<a href="https://www.abbeyschool.com/learning-mentor" target="_blank">ning-mentor/</a>

SEND School Teaching Assistant

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/1542/Application-Form-Learning-Mentor__1_.docx" target="_blank">Application-Form-Learning-Mentor__1_</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/1544/Abbey_School_Recruitment_Pack_-_Learning_Mentor.pdf" target="_blank">Abbey_School_Recruitment_Pack_-_Learning_Mentor</a></li>
</ul>

Please send your fully completed application form to <a href="mailto:recruitment@abbeyschool.com." target="_blank">recruitment@abbeyschool.com</a>.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so apply today!
For additional information please see <a href="https://www.abbeyschool.com/recruitment" target="_blank">https://www.abbeyschool.com/recruitment/</a>
The School will complete an online search for all shortlisted candidates. If any incidents or issues have happened that are publicly available online, the school may wish to explore this at interview.
Abbey School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of all pupils and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Child safer recruitment procedures operate and the post is subject to references and an Enhanced DBS disclosure with barred list checks.
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are ‘spent’ unless ‘protected’ under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their age, disability, gender reassignment, race, sex, pregnancy and maternity, marriage/civil partnerships, religion/belief, or sexual orientation.



Bring your experience working with children and young people with complex needs, or apply transferable skills from related fields, to make a meaningful impact in this role.
What you will do:
<ul>
<li>Play a key role in providing tailored support to pupils with special educational needs throughout all aspects of the school day.</li>
<li>Work with pupils both individually and in small groups supporting them to overcome barriers to learning, delivering teaching, providing positive behaviour support and delivering other focused interventions.</li>
<li>Work as part of a class team, under the direction of the class teacher and trans-disciplinary colleagues, to deliver effective and appropriate teaching, learning and behaviour support in all areas of school life.</li>
<li>Monitor and track progress, providing regular feedback as needed.</li>
<li>Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment.</li>
</ul>
We are looking for people with:
<ul>
<li>Experience of supporting children and young people with complex needs, or transferrable skills from similar fields.</li>
<li>A strong level of resilience.</li>
<li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.</li>
<li>A genuine commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people with special educational needs.</li>
</ul>
For further information please download our recruitment pack below which contains details of the job description and person specification.
Why join Abbey School?
Join Something Exceptional: Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in a supportive, innovative environment dedicated to delivering pupil-centred care.
State-of-the-Art Resources: Join our team and benefit from cutting-edge facilities to support our pupils, and innovative tools designed to support and enhance your professional growth.
Professional Development: Benefit from specialised training in supporting pupils with autism and complex needs, along with ongoing CPD opportunities to propel your career forward.
Inspiring Location: Discover the unique quality of life in Chester, where a vibrant cultural scene meets rich history, scenic beauty, and a thriving economic hub. Chester offers professionals an idyllic setting to achieve a balanced and fulfilling lifestyle.
Additional Benefits:
<ul>
<li>Paid holidays - Learning Mentors are not required to work when the school is closed over half terms, Easter, Christmas, and summer holidays - the annual salary is split between 12 months and paid monthly.</li>
<li>Competitive salary.</li>
<li>Suite of staff benefits including pension scheme.</li>
<li>Technology appropriate for your job.</li>
<li>Comprehensive staff training programme.</li>
<li>Access to WeCare which is a 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, get fit programme and much more.</li>
<li>Access to MediCash program for wellbeing benefits.</li>
<li>The opportunity to shape and improve the life chances of pupils with a disability, and in so doing, extend the prospect of an improved quality of life for family members and others.</li>
</ul>
For further information please visit <a href="https://www.abbeyschool.com/learning-mentor" target="_blank">https://www.abbeyschool.com/learning-mentor/</a> or email send us an email at <a href="mailto:office@abbeyschool.com" target="_blank">office@abbeyschool.com</a>

Learning Mentor

<h2>About the job</h2>Luton Governor Services are looking for individuals to become school governors.&nbsp; You would be part of a friendly and supportive team of governors who contribute greatly to the continued success of each school.Governors are people like you – you do not need to be a parent, but you do need to be over 18 and have a passion about improving the standard of education for all pupils in Luton schools.&nbsp; Any additional skills you have in either your work or family life is a bonus.This is a voluntary role and you will be fully trained and supported throughout – meetings are generally held in the evenings and are a mixture of face to face and online.School Governors work together to carry out their core functions:<ol><li>ensuring there is clarity of vision, ethos and strategic direction</li><li>holding executive leaders to account for the educational performance of the organisation and its pupils and the performance management of staff</li><li>overseeing the financial performance of the organisation and making sure its money is well spent</li></ol>Governors must also ensure that the governing body complies with all legal and statutory requirements.<h2>Benefits from becoming a governor</h2><ul><li>The opportunity to develop new skills and to strengthen existing ones.</li><li>An opportunity to strengthen your own CV for future work opportunities or voluntary roles</li><li>The opportunity to practise work talents. As part of a team, being a school governor will give you the opportunity to work with a wide range of people from a variety of social, cultural and religious backgrounds.</li><li>The opportunity to gain an understanding of the decision-making process of school governing bodies and an awareness of the education system as a whole.</li><li>The opportunity to make a real difference and the chance to contribute to the good of the community, leading to personal satisfaction and a sense of achievement.</li><li>The opportunity to undertake training provided by the Local Authority on various aspects of the governor role.</li></ul><h2>How to apply</h2>*Please do not apply on this website*To submit an application, please follow this link:&nbsp;<a href="https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Education_and_learning/Schools_and_colleges/Governors/Pages/luton-governor-services.aspx" target="_blank">https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Education_and_learning/Schools_and_colleges/Governors/Pages/luton-governor-services.aspx</a>&nbsp;<h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1294587&amp;ptId=12023" target="_blank">download: nga-governor-role-description .pdf</a></li></ul>





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Luton Borough Council

Maintained School Governor

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/1233/JDPS_-_Head_of_Faculty__-_BEC.pdf" target="_blank">JDPS_-_Head_of_Faculty__-_BEC</a></li>
</ul>

Please apply online. For technical difficulties, please contact the Support Team. For further information about the role, please contact the school directly.
Are you a dynamic and inspiring educator with expertise in Business, Engineering or Computing?&nbsp;
Royal Greenwich Trust School is seeking an exceptional Head of Faculty to drive curriculum excellence, student achievement, and innovation in our ambitious and inclusive learning community.&nbsp;
As Head of Faculty, you will:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Lead curriculum design, quality assurance, and strategic planning across your faculty.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Champion high-quality teaching and learning, ensuring every student reaches their full potential.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Drive student progress and outcomes at Key Stages 4 and 5.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Inspire and develop a team of passionate educators.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Contribute to whole-school improvement and Trust-wide collaboration.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
About you&nbsp;
We want to hear from you if you are:&nbsp;&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>A fully qualified teacher with evidence of QTS for secondary teaching.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Qualified to at least degree level in subject area and/or good A Levels or equivalent.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Up to date knowledge of the relevant curriculum area.&nbsp; &nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Experienced in teaching at secondary level with a track record of excellent classroom practice.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Skilled in curriculum planning, data analysis, and leading teams.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Passionate about inclusive education and committed to student success.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>A collaborative leader with strong interpersonal and coaching skills.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Our mission is for all students at the Royal Greenwich Trust School to have excellent outcomes, we deliver the highest quality of teaching and learning by working collaboratively with universities, public bodies and private sector partnerships. If you believe you can contribute to this goal, we encourage you to apply for the role.&nbsp;
Our core values underpin our daily practice and the learning experiences here are creative, innovative and challenging as we empower our students in ‘Learning Today, Leading Tomorrow’. During their time with us, our students develop a wide range of skills and attributes which prepare them to become happy, responsible and successful citizens who are able to make a positive contribution to their local and wider community.&nbsp;
Development, working structure and flexible working at Royal Greenwich Trust School (RGTS):&nbsp;
At RGTS we have shaped a working environment that places staff wellbeing at its centre without compromising the quality of teaching and learning.&nbsp;&nbsp;
At RGTS, we believe that by investing in the people who shape our students’ futures, we create a thriving school community where both staff and students can achieve their full potential.&nbsp;
What can we offer you?&nbsp;&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Professional Development: An excellent CPD package for staff, enhancing your professional development with comprehensive training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Career Growth: Opportunities for growth and real career development in an encouraging environment with plenty of room for advancement.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Supportive Environment: Our leadership team is approachable and committed to providing the resources and guidance teachers need to succeed.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Employee Assistance: Employee Assistance Scheme for access to advice, information, and face-to-face counselling.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>UST Network Collaboration: Develop links with our wider UST network for CPD and collaborative practice.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
If you would like more information on our school, please visit our website: <a href="https://www.rgtrustschool.net/" target="_blank">Welcome - Royal Greenwich Trust School</a>&nbsp;
Interested candidates are encouraged to arrange an informal discussion about the role and/or to visit the school.&nbsp;&nbsp;
These can be organised via the Recruitment team <a href="mailto:ustrecruitment@ust.london" target="_blank">ustrecruitment@ust.london</a> telephone - 020 3034 2375.&nbsp;
Early applications are appreciated as interviews will be arranged as and when suitable applications are received.  &nbsp;&nbsp;
Royal Greenwich Trust School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS Check.&nbsp;&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.ust.london/policies/child-protection-safeguarding" target="_blank">https://www.ust.london/policies/child-protection-safeguarding</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.ust.london/policies/code-of-conduct" target="_blank">https://www.ust.london/policies/code-of-conduct</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;
In accordance with our Company Policies and KCSIE guidelines set out by the Department for Education, a background check will be carried out on your online digital presence. For this we use a third-party professional screening partner, SP Index (<a href="https://www.sp-index.com/" target="_blank">www.sp-index.com</a>), experienced in processing personal data for the purpose of such checks.&nbsp;&nbsp;
We reserve the right to commence or complete the recruitment process prior to the closing date.  &nbsp;&nbsp;
We do not accept applications via agencies. &nbsp;

Head of Faculty

Job Description Job Title:&nbsp;Senior SEND Casework Officer Salary:&nbsp; £39,027 - £44,463 per annum Grade:&nbsp;E Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent &nbsp; Working Hours:&nbsp;37 hours per week Thurrock Council is looking for a passionate and highly motivated individual who is committed to improving outcomes for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities. Previous experience of working with children and young people with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and their families is essential, as will a strong working knowledge of current SEND related legislation and the SEND Code of Practice.&nbsp; Experience and skills include: <ul> <li>Ensuring the local authority adheres to its policies, procedures and statutory responsibilities under the SEND legal framework.&nbsp;</li> <li>Overseeing the statutory assessment and review process to ensure high quality education, health and care plans are created and that annual reviews are managed in line with statutory requirements.</li> <li>Providing expert guidance, advice and support to parents, families, education providers, and colleagues on SEND matters.&nbsp;</li> <li>Working with various professionals, including those in education, health and social care and partner agencies.</li> <li>Delivering supervisory and leadership support to SEND EHCP Coordinators and junior colleagues, providing informal and formal supervision and support with managing their workloads and navigating local authority procedures.&nbsp;</li> <li>Ensure that all casework is carried out to the highest standards and fully meets the local authority statutory functions in terms of quality and timescales.</li> <li>To amend, check and quality assure education, health and care plans, ensuring that plans identify clear outcomes for children and young people. &nbsp;</li> </ul> DBS: Enhanced Level is required for this post. Benefits of Working with Us&nbsp; At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement&nbsp;</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme&nbsp;</li> <li>Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)&nbsp;</li> <li>Ongoing training and professional development&nbsp;</li> <li>Employee&nbsp;assistance&nbsp;programme and wellbeing support&nbsp;</li> <li>Staff discounts and local offers&nbsp;</li> <li>A supportive and inclusive working environment&nbsp;</li> </ul> Important Dates&nbsp; Closing Date (Redeployment Only):&nbsp;11th December 2025 Closing Date (Internal &amp; External):&nbsp;4th January 2026 Interview Date: To be confirmed&nbsp; Additional Information&nbsp; If you have any questions about the role or interview process, please contact Tina Martin, SEND Team Manager at <a href="mailto:tmartin@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">tmartin@thurrock.gov.uk</a>&nbsp; To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below:&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/ERBjfpdByZpHnmdn1XhjHdEB5vaULnHo7wa4yM6fAspHKw?e=t3IVnz" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> If the Job Profile and Person Specification list any qualifications as essential, please also upload copies of those relevant qualifications.&nbsp; Application Requirements As part of the Safer Recruitment process, Gap Management is&nbsp;required&nbsp;for all Safeguarding roles.&nbsp;Please complete the Gaps in Employment grid provided (refer to the example document for guidance) and upload it under&nbsp;Miscellaneous Documents&nbsp;as part of your application.&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:w:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EXtYMXeGlbVPjAoxHwfnCuIB6KNWFCXe3i6bJI6MRBQZ-Q?e=dGt2M1" target="_blank">Gaps in Employment Form</a>&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/Ecz7hL-hyYFGvVpdkZ55ozkBS_giEjpigg97yi5KrF2SVw?e=vKePlG" target="_blank">Gaps in Employment Example</a> About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Thurrock Council

Senior SEND Casework Officer

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We care, we share, we value. Holy Cross Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated, and creative Headteacher to join our friendly and committed team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive environment where professional development is encouraged, and every child is valued.We are looking for someone who:<ul><li> Has a passion for teaching and learning and can inspire and lead a dedicated team fostering a culture of collaboration, inclusion and excellence</li><li> Builds strong relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues</li><li> Is committed to high standards and achieving the best outcomes for all</li><li> Embraces creativity and innovation in the classroom</li><li> Works well as part of a team and contributes positively to school life</li><li>Is a practicing catholic</li><li>Lives out their faith and places Christ at the centre of their leadership</li></ul>We can offer:<ul><li>A welcoming, faith-filled school community rooted in Gospel values</li><li>Happy, caring children who are eager to learn and live out the Catholic mission of our school</li><li>A highly committed and enthusiastic staff team</li><li>Strong partnerships with parents, parish and Liverpool Archdiocese</li><li>A supportive Governing Body</li><li>Opportunities for professional development and support from the Archdiocese and local networks</li></ul> For information on our CSI inspection please visit : <a href="https://www.holycrossprimarysthelens.co.uk/page/re-inspection/51109" target="_blank">https://www.holycrossprimarysthelens.co.uk/page/re-inspection/51109</a>Working at Holy Cross Primary SchoolJoining our school means becoming part of a vibrant, supportive community where every day brings new opportunities to inspire and be inspired. Here, you’re not just a teacher or staff member you’re a vital part of a team dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child.We are extremely lucky at Holy Cross to have such dedicated and enthusiastic staff and governors. From our premises staff who ensure that our school is in immaculate condition; to our welcoming and helpful office staff; to our excellent teaching staff who want the very best for our pupils.Our staff enjoy:<ul><li> A collaborative and friendly environment where ideas are valued and shared</li><li> The rewarding experience of seeing students grow, succeed, and develop confidence</li><li> Opportunities for continuous professional growth and leadership development</li><li> The chance to make a real difference, shaping the future of our students</li><li> A culture that balances high expectations with genuine care and respect</li></ul>At Holy Cross Primary School, we believe that happy, motivated staff create the best learning experience. That’s why we prioritize wellbeing, celebrate achievements, and foster a strong sense of belonging.Come join us where your passion for education meets a community that truly cares. Holy Cross Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.Visits to our school are encouraged and will take place, by appointment only. Please contact Mrs Andrew at the school office on 01744 678319, to book your place. Application packs can be downloaded via the Archdiocese of Liverpool website and St. Helens Council website. Please also complete and upload the attached CES application formFor more information regarding this role, please contact <a href="mailto:holycross@sthelens.org.uk" target="_blank">holycross@sthelens.org.uk</a>Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a sufficient number of applications and encourage you to apply early, to avoid disappointment. Full Job Description &amp; Person Specification Documents are included with this advert.This is an Enhanced Disclosure post.We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. The Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within selection.

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How to Apply &nbsp;- Only applications received on Bracknell Forest application forms will be considered.
Safeguarding Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people. This position requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check because it involves contact with (or access to data concerning) children.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.&nbsp; If you are successful in being shortlisted for this position, you will be required to complete a self-declaration formTo find out more about the application process for working with children, young people and adults at risk visit&nbsp; <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/policies-relating-job-applications/applications-work-those-risk" target="_blank">https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/policies-relating-job-applications/applications-work-those-risk</a>
The Bracknell Forest Safeguarding Board (BFSB) oversees the safety and well-being of children in Bracknell Forest - <a href="https://bracknellforestsafeguarding.org.uk/" target="_blank">https://bracknellforestsafeguarding.org.uk/</a>
Equal Opportunities - We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to providing equality of opportunity to all. Our aim is to treat all employees and prospective employees with integrity, respect and consideration.
Disability - We are a Disability Symbol User and as such have made a commitment to guarantee an interview to all applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria of the person specification.
We will make reasonable adjustments to help a person with a disability through the application &amp; selection process and, if successful, to assist you in carrying out the duties of your job.&nbsp;
Pre–employment medical check - As a condition of the Offer of Employment, the successful applicant will be asked to complete an Occupational Health questionnaire form. &nbsp;
The purpose of the questionnaire is to assess whether you have any medical problems that may affect your ability to undertake the role. If necessary reasonable adjustments or modifications will be suggested to assist you in carrying out the duties of the job.&nbsp;
References - On your application form you will be asked to provide the names and addresses of two people who will provide a reference. At least one must be from your current employer, completed by a suitable person with appropriate authority. We take up references for all shortlisted candidates and wherever possible we like to apply for these prior to interview.
Employment - Any candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the role by assessing their circumstances against the relevant criteria.



Are you currently training to become a teacher?&nbsp; We have outstanding opportunities for you to start your career in our great schools providing excellent professional development and support in your induction years and beyond.
We are a small, innovative local authority that offers early career teachers exceptional career choices in our maintained schools and academies.&nbsp; We recognise that to invest in you is essential to the young learners you teach.
You will follow a managed induction programme supported by your personal mentor, to encourage you to reach your full potential throughout your career.
Our schools look for individuals who have the ability and imagination to inspire and challenge the children they teach to energise them to achieve their potential.
We recognise that to invest in you is essential to the young learners you teach.
What we offer:
Our well-resourced schools provide the setting for you to flourish and develop, and can offer:
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<li>Training developed in line with changing requirements and feedback from previous ECTs to form structured, professional but fun sessions enabling interaction and the ability to network with other ECTs.</li>
<li>excellent and ongoing support and training at the start of your teaching career and into subsequent years, including courses for those who aspire to and are recognised in their own school as potential leaders.</li>
<li>the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues from other schools in Bracknell Forest</li>
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Other benefits:
Unlike with some agency placements, as an employee of a Bracknell Forest maintained school you receive pay in line with Teacher’s National Pay Conditions, this includes:
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<li>London Weighting (fringe)</li>
<li>Pay throughout school holidays</li>
<li>Sick pay/maternity pay</li>
<li>Pension scheme</li>
<li>Option for July start for some ECTs</li>
<li>Flexible staff benefits scheme</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme including lifestyle savings</li>
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Vacancies for Early Career Teachers are advertised from January, so register early to access the widest range of opportunities.
Following a preliminary shortlisting process, you will be invited for an initial interview. This general interview will allow you to expand on your application by demonstrating your strengths and knowledge and enable us to identify suitable posts for you. All initial interviews will be conducted via Microsoft Teams.
Once successful in this first interview, your application will be circulated to all Bracknell Forest primary schools with suitable vacancies.
Individual schools interested in your application and with vacancies to match your skill set and preferences, will then contact you directly and invite you for a school visit and a second interview. You will get to choose which school you work in.
Many of our schools choose to use our Pool Systems to fill autumn term vacancies suitable for ECTs – easier for the schools and easier for you!
ECT Recruitment - Bracknell Forest Council - Time Square, Market Street, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 1JD - Tel: 01344 354005
Email: <a href="mailto:teacher.recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">teacher.recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>
Web: <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/ect" target="_blank">https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/ect</a>

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