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Advanced Practitioner - Children with Disabilities (Starting Well) London Borough of Havering Contract: Permanent Grade 9- Advanced Practitioner £52,584 - £56,646 Pa&nbsp;with an additional Market Supplement (MS) of £4,000 Message from the Director Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children, young people, and families? Do you have a strong desire to be part of a transformative journey that will shape the future of Havering’s community? If so, we invite you to join us in our mission to elevate our local authority's Children's Social Care Services, situated within our Starting Well Department. Following our recent inadequate Ofsted inspection, we are embarking on an improvement journey where we aim to re-establish and reinvigorate great practice across all our services delivered in Havering. As part of this journey, we are seeking dedicated and enthusiastic social care practitioners ready to make a meaningful difference, driven by a genuine desire to advocate for children, promote their well-being, and who are not afraid to take on the challenge of working for a local authority who have been inspected by Ofsted as inadequate. In return, we want to offer you the opportunity to develop your skills through our dedicated 10 days of learning a year offer and access to our very own Social Care Academy and Systemic offer. We are committed to creating an environment where every child receives the best possible support and care, and all staff are supported to thrive and excel in safe, supported, and nurturing environments. Our Senior leaders have worked on an improvement plan, and if you are ready to embrace this challenge and play a pivotal role in shaping our journey, we encourage you to apply. We look forward to welcoming individuals who share our vision and drive. About the role&nbsp; The London Borough of Havering is looking to recruit Advanced Practitioners to contribute to the delivery of an effective children’s social care service as part of a social work team, improving outcomes for children and young people, and manage caseloads dependent upon experience, grade of post and complexity of cases, utilising specialist knowledge for appropriate interventions, needs and risk assessments, care planning and child protection investigations. If successful in your application for the role of Advanced Practitioner, London Borough of Havering, you will/will be: <ul>
<li>Directly&nbsp;manage&nbsp;and&nbsp;supervise&nbsp;a&nbsp;small&nbsp;number&nbsp;of&nbsp;qualified&nbsp;and&nbsp;non-social&nbsp;work staff.</li> <li>Manage&nbsp;a&nbsp;caseload&nbsp;of&nbsp;complex&nbsp;and&nbsp;challenging&nbsp;cases.</li> <li>Support&nbsp;team&nbsp;manager&nbsp;in&nbsp;maintaining&nbsp;and&nbsp;developing&nbsp;high&nbsp;professional standards across the team.</li> <li>Have&nbsp;specialist&nbsp;knowledge&nbsp;of&nbsp;an&nbsp;area&nbsp;of&nbsp;social&nbsp;work&nbsp;practice&nbsp;with&nbsp;children&nbsp;and families that can be used across the service. To represent the service in developing key service provision or local strategic initiatives.</li> <li>Take responsibility for developing skills, expertise and knowledge for a wide range&nbsp;of&nbsp;practice&nbsp;issues&nbsp;and&nbsp;to&nbsp;provide&nbsp;consultation,&nbsp;coaching&nbsp;and&nbsp;mentoring within the team, including effective case management, purposeful evidence- based interventions, analytical assessments and high quality written work.</li> <li>Support&nbsp;team&nbsp;development&nbsp;and&nbsp;recruitment&nbsp;process.</li> </ul> Please see &nbsp;Job Profile here We promote a&nbsp;hybrid model&nbsp;of working for our social care staff, with a flexible approach involving working from our town hall campus/hubs. In this role, you are expected to work from our town hall campus&nbsp;when required. In addition, we also encourage a flexible approach to team building opportunities (we love a catch up over a cuppa, breakfast or lunch) which often take place Face to Face in line with our model of practice. As one of the greenest boroughs in London, resourcefulness is in our nature. We don’t wait to be told, we take the initiative. We face the future head-on, embracing new challenges with open minds and fresh ideas. There’s lots of opportunities to progress here, and if you seize them we’ll support you all the way. Choose Havering and see the difference you’ll make to the people that live, work and learn here. From caring for those who need it most, to ensuring our highways and streets are safe, providing a roof over the heads of our residents, providing excellent customer service or, enhancing our digital services for staff and residents, there are so many ways you can make a positive influence here. And, whether you’re outdoorsy, people-focused or analytical, we have a role that’s right for you. For an informal discussion about the post, please contact <a href="mailto:semi.durugo@havering.gov.uk" target="_blank">semi.durugo@havering.gov.uk</a> The closing date for the receipt of applications is at 23:59 on the 6th July 2025 however interest in this job may be high and we therefore reserve the right to close the vacancy early. You will be notified if your application has been successful. &nbsp;Interview date to be confirmed. Should you require any help or advice with your online application, please contact the Recruitment Helpdesk on 01708 432770 &nbsp; Additional Information We want everyone to choose Havering. When you apply for a job with us, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. Our residents and service users come from all walks of life, and so do our employees. Find out what it means to Choose Havering. The London Borough of Havering has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload.

London Borough of Havering

Advanced Practitioner - Children with Disabilities (Starting Well)

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/6437/June_2025_-_Teacher_of_Humanities_Candidate_Pack.pdf" target="_blank">June_2025_-_Teacher_of_Humanities_Candidate_Pack</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/6438/June_2025_-_JD_-_Teacher_of_Humanities.pdf" target="_blank">June_2025_-_JD_-_Teacher_of_Humanities</a></li>
</ul>

Please apply via the following application link:<a href="https://candidate.unitysp-careers.co.uk/273732HSJ" target="_blank">https://candidate.unitysp-careers.co.uk/273732HSJ</a>&nbsp;



UNITY SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP
St Edward's Church of England Academy
London Road, Romford, Essex RM7 9NX
Tel.&nbsp;01708 730462 &nbsp; &nbsp;
Email:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@steds.org.uk" target="_blank">info@steds.org.uk</a>
<a href="http://www.steds.org.uk" target="_blank">www.steds.org.uk</a>
Headteacher: Ms Jodie Hassan
Teacher of Humanities
Contract Hours:&nbsp;&nbsp;Full Time
Salary:&nbsp;&nbsp;MPS (£36,413 - £48,532 per annum includes Outer London Weighting)
Contract Term:&nbsp;&nbsp;Permanent
Start Date: 1 September 2025
St Edward’s Academy is an established and inspiring school. Our mission: To ensure that every student leaves St Edward’s as the best that they can be. Our students will be confident, articulate and culturally aware. We will make sure that we know every child, have the highest expectations of them and are there to support and guide them to success in each sphere of their lives. Our vision is driven by our ethos - that all of our community should live Life in all its fullness. This is our very core, at the centre of all we do. Our mission is achieved through our HOPE values.
Our outstanding Headteacher and leadership team have created a safe and transformative environment for students to learn, develop and thrive. We invite candidates to find out more about the school by visiting our website and joining us for a tour.&nbsp;
The school is a member of the successful Unity Schools Partnership. This post provides a unique opportunity for an outstanding candidate to be part of the successful team at St Edward’s Academy.&nbsp;
We seek to appoint an energetic and enthusiastic teacher to join our successful school.
We are looking for:
<ul>
<li>An inspiring teacher with a passion for teaching Humanities</li>
<li>A teacher with high expectations for curriculum delivery and teaching and learning</li>
<li>A teacher who delivers high quality lessons that engage and challenge pupils</li>
<li>A teacher who is highly motivated</li>
</ul>
Applicants would need to be able to teach across the Key Stages in Humanities with one area of specialism at KS5.&nbsp;
We strongly welcome applications from Early Career Teachers.&nbsp;
As part of the Unity Schools Partnership, we offer:
<ul>
<li>A wide range of CPD opportunities (both in school and beyond)</li>
<li>Opportunities for career progression (including the opportunity to participate in the Trust’s Leadership Development Programme)</li>
<li>A supportive working environment.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
We can offer you excellent career development in a supportive environment. We are situated in Romford within easy travel and road links to both London and Essex.
If you would like an informal discussion about the post, or you would like to visit the school, please contact Maria Driscoll (Headteachers PA) on <a href="mailto:info@steds.org.uk" target="_blank">info@steds.org.uk.</a>
We look forward to receiving your application.&nbsp;
To apply, please visit <a href="https://candidate.unitysp-careers.co.uk/273732HSJ" target="_blank">https://candidate.unitysp-careers.co.uk/273732HSJ</a>
Closing Date: 04 July 2025 at 09:00am&nbsp;
Interviews: week commencing 07 July 2025
Please note: we may hold interviews as and when applications are received and we reserve the right to offer to a candidate prior to the closing date. We only accept applications submitted online via our careers website and which are completed before the closing deadline. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible and advise you check the job information as per the listing on our careers site.
In line with safer recruitment, we are unable to accept CVs.&nbsp; Failure to complete an application form satisfactorily may result in not being shortlisted for the post.
Unity Schools Partnership is committed to&nbsp;safer recruitment,&nbsp;equal opportunities, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.&nbsp; An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required.&nbsp;&nbsp;
We care deeply about inclusive working practices and diverse teams. If you’d prefer to work part-time or as a job-share, we’ll facilitate this wherever we can – whether to help you meet other commitments or to help you strike a great work-life balance. We’re keen to ensure we’re designing an organisation that works for everyone, so we particularly encourage applications from different under-represented groups.
Unity Schools Partnership, welcoming diversity.

Teacher of Humanities

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/6428/June_2025_-_JD_-_Teacher_of_Social_Sciences_-_St_Edwards.pdf" target="_blank">June_2025_-_JD_-_Teacher_of_Social_Sciences_-_St_Edwards</a></li>
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UNITY SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP
St Edward's Church of England Academy
London Road, Romford, Essex RM7 9NX
Tel.&nbsp;01708 730462 &nbsp; &nbsp;
Email:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@steds.org.uk" target="_blank">info@steds.org.uk</a>
<a href="https://www.steds.org.uk/" target="_blank">www.steds.org.uk</a>
Headteacher:&nbsp;Ms Jodie Hassan
Teacher of Social Sciences
Contract Hours:&nbsp;&nbsp;Full Time
Salary:&nbsp;&nbsp;MPS (Includes outer London Weighting)
Contract Term:&nbsp;&nbsp;Permanent
Start Date:&nbsp;1 September 2025
St Edward’s Academy is an established and inspiring school. Our mission: To ensure that every student leaves St Edward’s as the best that they can be. Our students will be confident, articulate and culturally aware. We will make sure that we know every child, have the highest expectations of them and are there to support and guide them to success in each sphere of their lives. Our vision is driven by our ethos - that all of our community should live Life in all its fullness. This is our very core, at the centre of all we do. Our mission is achieved through our HOPE values.
Our outstanding Headteacher and leadership team have created a safe and transformative environment for students to learn, develop and thrive. We invite candidates to find out more about the school by visiting our website and joining us for a tour.
The school is a member of the successful Unity Schools Partnership. This post provides a unique opportunity for an outstanding candidate to be part of the successful team at St Edward’s Academy.
We are looking to appoint an inspirational Teacher of Social Sciences with a passion for accelerating progress within our Social Sciences department. You will have the ability to teach social sciences across the full age and ability range and will be able to enthuse, engage and motivate our students to achieve their full potential. This is an exciting time to join our journey of improvement and play a key part in transforming the lives of our young people.
The ideal candidate will:
<ul>
<li>Be an excellent teacher of Social Sciences who truly is passionate about the subject</li>
<li>Be a committed team player;</li>
<li>Have the ability to engage and inspire pupils and build excellent relationships;</li>
<li>Be committed to the School's ethos;</li>
<li>Be passionate and ambitious about their own career development.</li>
<li>We welcome applications from ECTs</li>
</ul>
You will join a friendly and welcoming faculty which is forward thinking, innovative and passionate about their teaching. Social Sciences is a much-valued subject within the School. We are looking for a driven individual who will inspire our students to take the subject and GCSE and at A-Level and become more confident and curious in their learning.
We are looking for a teacher who loves their subject, loves field work, focuses on literacy as well as extended writing and is a creative thinker and not afraid to try new things. You will be joining a faculty of equally committed colleagues who are determined to raise standards, generate real student interest in the Social Sciences and ensure students enjoy their learning. We strongly welcome applications from Early Career Teachers.
As part of the Unity Schools Partnership, we offer:
<ul>
<li>A wide range of CPD opportunities (both in school and beyond)</li>
<li>Opportunities for career progression (including the opportunity to participate in the Trust’s Leadership Development Programme)</li>
<li>A supportive working environment. We can offer you excellent career development in a supportive environment.</li>
</ul>
We are situated in Romford within easy travel and road links to both London and Essex.
If you would like an informal discussion about the post, or you would like to visit the school, please contact the Maria Driscoll (Headteachers PA) on&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@steds.org.uk" target="_blank">info@steds.org.uk</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;We look forward to receiving your application.&nbsp;
To apply, please visit:&nbsp;<a href="https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcandidate.unitysp-careers.co.uk%2F278391HSJ&amp;data=05%7C02%7CeducationHR%40havering.gov.uk%7Cfa032210dc764d38ad1408dd977de065%7C353669e1971846f89bed95afc8776c8a%7C0%7C0%7C638833290029491822%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=FTHDWomcASzQYCJp3R24%2FWfqh%2BF9pdwsfws1SF0fhcE%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">https://candidate.unitysp-careers.co.uk/278391HSJ</a>
Closing date: 4th July 2025 - 9am
Interviews:&nbsp; Week beginning 7th July 2025

Teacher of Social Sciences

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Please apply online via the link provided.



Are you a proactive, collaborative and approachable individual with the desire to support others to develop improved employability skills and progress towards employment?&nbsp; Do you have the patience and willingness to work with sometimes vulnerable, talkative and demanding clients?
If so, St Giles is looking for a Volunteer Peer Advisor to work collaboratively with staff across St Giles Trust and externally to develop a flexible, holistic and personalised pathway towards employment for clients.
About St Giles Trust An ambitious, well-established charity that helps people facing adversity to find jobs, homes and the right support they need. &nbsp;Central to our ethos is our belief that people with first-hand experience of successfully overcoming issues such as an offending background, homelessness, addictions and gang involvement, hold the key to positive change in others.
About this key role As directed by the Caseworker or Team Leader, you will carry out promotional and engagement activities to recruit participants, as well as individual needs assessments with participants, obtaining information from referral agencies where possible.&nbsp; You will support participants in carrying out individual and group activities to implement their plans and make progress towards employment, plus act as a Peer Advisor to participants, providing ‘support from someone who has been there’.
We will also count on you to act as a positive role model for what participants can achieve, help develop their confidence and make referrals for specialist help, including what is available within the project, plus, as skills develop, take on a small caseload of participants.
What we are looking for
<ul>
<li>Knowledge of support needs and the issues facing individuals with barriers to work</li>
<li>Ability to work in line with relevant legislation, policies and procedures</li>
<li>Level 3 Advice and Guidance or equivalent or willingness to work towards</li>
<li>Commitment to promoting equality and celebrating diversity</li>
<li>
Commitment to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults</li>
<li>Strong interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal.</li>
</ul>
Please note: this role requires that successful candidates must undergo an Enhanced Adult DBS check, on the basis that the post involves contact with vulnerable participants and colleagues.
In return, you can expect a competitive salary, generous leave allowance, staff pension, flexible working, a mentoring programme, an advice and counselling service, clinical therapist sessions, life insurance (4 x annual salary), duvet days, season ticket loan, employee perks programme, eye care voucher and much more.
We are an equity and inclusion confident employer. We welcome all applications, and we particularly encourage applications from people of the global majority (black, brown, multi- heritage) and those who identify as disabled, neuroexpansive, neurodiverse, with any protected characteristics and/or social barriers or challenges. We value the empowering and informative impact that all lived experiences and diversity of thought can offer the organisation.
St Giles will guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria set out in the Job Description for the vacancy.
Closing date: 10 August 11pm

Volunteer Peer Advisor

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/6525/Consent_to_Obtain_References_Form_2024.pdf" target="_blank">Consent_to_Obtain_References_Form_2024</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/6526/Recruitment_of_Ex_Offenders_Policy_Jan_2022.pdf" target="_blank">Recruitment_of_Ex_Offenders_Policy_Jan_2022</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/6527/STOC_Safeguarding_Policy_September_2023_-_FINAL.pdf" target="_blank">STOC_Safeguarding_Policy_September_2023_-_FINAL</a></li>
</ul>

Please contact the school office for an application form&nbsp;
<a href="mailto:office@st-thomascanterbury.medway.sch.uk" target="_blank">office@st-thomascanterbury.medway.sch.uk</a>



Job Description
To work as a part of a team to ensure the safety, welfare and enjoyment of pupils during the midday break, in accordance with the whole school behaviour policy. &nbsp;To promote the lunch break as positive play. &nbsp;To be a positive role model for the children by following the school’s expected code of behaviour and mission statement.&nbsp;
To be responsible for the supervision of children in the following areas as well as transitioning:&nbsp;
• Dining hall&nbsp; • Cloakroom&nbsp; • Playground&nbsp; • Classroom during wet lunchtime&nbsp; • Toilet Area&nbsp;
On the playground:
• To interact with the children building a positive and caring relationship with them&nbsp; • To ensure the children’s safety and notify a responsible adult of any concerns&nbsp; • Actively promote and instigate positive playground games, joining in with the pupils where relevant.
Hall:&nbsp;
• Constant support and supervision of children including hygiene and social skills&nbsp; • Attend to spills&nbsp; • Promote good manners and whole school ethos&nbsp; • Assist in the setting up and clearing of the dinner hall.&nbsp;
The school is committed to safeguarding pupils, any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check and proof of right to work in the UK. &nbsp;We are an equal opportunities employer. Previous applicants need not apply.&nbsp;
Interviews: Wednesday 2nd July 2025&nbsp;

Midday Meal Supervisor - St Thomas Of Canterbury Primary School

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/6518/Consent_to_Obtain_References_Form_2024.pdf" target="_blank">Consent_to_Obtain_References_Form_2024</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/6519/Recruitment_of_Ex_Offenders_Policy_Jan_2022.pdf" target="_blank">Recruitment_of_Ex_Offenders_Policy_Jan_2022</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/6520/STOC_Safeguarding_Policy_September_2023_-_FINAL.pdf" target="_blank">STOC_Safeguarding_Policy_September_2023_-_FINAL</a></li>
</ul>

Please contact the school office for an application form
<a href="mailto:office@st-thomascanterbury.medway.sch.uk" target="_blank">office@st-thomascanterbury.medway.sch.uk</a>
St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic school is &nbsp;committed to creating a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership&nbsp;
Responsibilities of the post: &nbsp;
The role of the 1:1 Teaching Assistant will be working with a named child. &nbsp;
The learning support assistant will be expected to support the class teacher in the teaching and welfare of the individual child to attain the targets set in theirpersonal learning.&nbsp;
Supporting children
1. Provide teaching support under the guidance of the class teacher to a named child in all&nbsp; areas of the curriculum, individually or in small groups.&nbsp; 2. To work with the class teacher and SENCO to assist in drawing up and undertaking the delivery of the individual pupil learning programmes, either in small intervention groups, within the classroom or 1:1 to ensure delivery of the individual's targets and curriculum.&nbsp; 3. Assist the teacher with observation and monitoring of the progress of the named child, maintaining accurate records within the special needs provision in order to ensure documentation of all interventions with the child.&nbsp; 4. To prepare differentiated work/materials for the child (under the direction of the teacher).&nbsp; 5. Promote positive behaviour patterns, raise self-esteem and improve independent working to assist in their education and growth. Provide positive reinforcements, praise and rewards to children.&nbsp; 6. Assist the teacher where necessary with preparation (and clearing away) of the learning spaces and materials to ensure effective and efficient teaching.&nbsp; 7. To ensure that children are in a caring school environment following all Safeguarding policies and procedures.&nbsp; 8. To participate in In-Service Training where appropriate.&nbsp; 9. To supervise named child in the school’s premises (including lunch-times).&nbsp; 10. Follow the Staff Code of Conduct.&nbsp; 11. To hold regular liaison time with the class teacher/SENCO and other support staff involved in the classroom.&nbsp; 12. To act in accordance with the equal opportunities policy, health and safety policy, behaviour&nbsp; policy, safeguarding and confidentiality guidelines.&nbsp; 13. To develop knowledge of the particular needs of the child and seek advice from the SENCO, class teacher and outside agencies as required.&nbsp; 14. To aid access to the full range of learning experiences both inside and outside the classroom&nbsp; and provide modified materials as required e.g. worksheets, games, visual prompt cards etc.&nbsp; 15. To organise and maintain an inclusive learning environment across the whole school environment.&nbsp;
Personal Specification for Learning Support Assistant 
You will need to
• Have GCSE, ‘O’ Level or equivalent qualifications in Maths and English.&nbsp; • Hold a relevant teaching assistant qualification (e.g. NCFE, CACHE or NVQ Level 1, 2 or 3) &nbsp; • Have previous experience of working with children with Special Educational Needs within the last 2 years and have a clear understanding of the support needed for children with speech, language and communication, sensory and social, emotional and mental health needs.&nbsp; • Demonstrate patience, empathy and a nurturing approach when working with the child, understanding their unique challenges and providing appropriate support. &nbsp; • Have knowledge and understanding of the different social, cultural, educational and physical needs of children.&nbsp; • Have experience of EYFS learning and support&nbsp; • Model positive behaviour both in the classroom and around school.&nbsp; • Excellent interpersonal skills.&nbsp; • Previous experience with working with children.&nbsp;
You must be able to:&nbsp;
• Carry out tasks and responsibilities under the direction of the SENCo, Class Teacher, Deputy Head Teacher or Head Teacher.&nbsp; • Plan and prioritise tasks and work under the pressure of a busy inclusive primary school.&nbsp; • Be productive and show initiative.&nbsp; • Communicate effectively and appropriately to children with different abilities and ethnic backgrounds.&nbsp; • Motivate children to learn and be sociable.&nbsp; • Assist with the organisation of the learning environment. &nbsp; • Maintain accurate records of the children.&nbsp; • Work effectively with other adults in the school and widercommunity.&nbsp; • Be a responsible and trustworthy role model.&nbsp; • Have patience with children with a clear understanding of children who find learning new concepts and remembering taught concepts difficult.&nbsp; • Respect and maintain confidentiality but have regard to the safe guarding protocols of information sharing where necessary.&nbsp; • Be computer literate.&nbsp; • Attend training courses considered appropriate for the post. &nbsp;&nbsp;
This job description is subject to review by the Headteacher in consultation with the postholder as appropriate to the changing needs of the school.&nbsp;
St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary school is committed to recruiting with care and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS Check and successful references will be required prior to any offer of employment.&nbsp;
Interviews: Wednesday 16th and Thursday 17th July 2025

Teaching Assistant (TA) – 1:1 Support

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/6522/Consent_to_Obtain_References_Form_2024.pdf" target="_blank">Consent_to_Obtain_References_Form_2024</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/6523/Recruitment_of_Ex_Offenders_Policy_Jan_2022.pdf" target="_blank">Recruitment_of_Ex_Offenders_Policy_Jan_2022</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/6524/STOC_Safeguarding_Policy_September_2023_-_FINAL.pdf" target="_blank">STOC_Safeguarding_Policy_September_2023_-_FINAL</a></li>
</ul>

Please contact the school office for an application form&nbsp;
<a href="mailto:office@st-thomascanterbury.medway.sch.uk" target="_blank">office@st-thomascanterbury.medway.sch.uk</a>



St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic school is &nbsp;committed to creating a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership&nbsp;
Main purpose &nbsp; The TA will:&nbsp;
• Work with class teachers to raise the learning and attainment of pupils &nbsp; • Promote pupils’ independence, self-esteem and social inclusion &nbsp; • Give support to pupils, individually or in groups, so they can access the curriculum, take part in learning, and experience a sense of achievement&nbsp;
Duties and responsibilities&nbsp; Teaching and learning&nbsp;
• Demonstrate an informed and efficient approach to teaching and learning by adopting relevant strategies to support the work of the teacher and increase achievement of all pupils including, where appropriate, those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)&nbsp; • Promote, support and facilitate inclusion by encouraging participation of all pupils in learning and extracurricular activities&nbsp; • Support the teaching of a broad and balanced curriculum aimed at pupils achieving their full potential in all areas of learning&nbsp; • Use effective behaviour management strategies consistently in line with the school’s policy and procedures &nbsp; • Support class teachers with maintaining good order and discipline among pupils, managing behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment&nbsp; • Organise and manage teaching space and resources to help maintain a stimulating and safe learning environment&nbsp; • Observe pupil performance and pass observations on to the class teacher&nbsp; • Supervise a class if the teacher is temporarily unavailable &nbsp; • Use ICT skills to advance pupils’ learning &nbsp; • Undertake any other relevant duties given by the class teacher
Planning
• Contribute to effective assessment and planning by supporting the monitoring, recording and reporting of pupil performance and progress as appropriate to the level of the role&nbsp; • Read and understand lesson plans shared prior to lessons, if available&nbsp; • Prepare the classroom for lessons&nbsp; • Use their area(s) of expertise to contribute to the planning and preparation of learning&nbsp; activities, and to plan their role in learning activities &nbsp; • Use allocated time to devise clearly structured activities that interest and motivate learners and advance their learning&nbsp; • Plan how they will support the inclusion of pupils in the learning activities
Working with staff, parents/carers and relevant professionals&nbsp;
• Communicate effectively with other staff members and pupils, and with parents and carers under the direction of the class teacher&nbsp; • Communicate their knowledge and understanding of pupils to other school staff and education, health and social care professionals, so that informed decision making can take place on intervention and provision&nbsp; • Contribute to meetings with parents and carers by providing feedback on pupil progress, attainment and barriers to learning, as directed by teachers &nbsp; • With the class teacher, keep other professionals accurately informed of performance and progress, or concerns they may have about the pupils they work with&nbsp; • Understand their role in order to be able to work collaboratively with classroom teachers and other colleagues, including specialist advisory teachers&nbsp; • Collaborate and work with colleagues and other relevant professionals within and beyond the school&nbsp; • Develop effective professional relationships with colleagues
Health and safety&nbsp; • Promote the safety and wellbeing of pupils, and help to safeguard pupils’ wellbeing by following the requirements of Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and our school’s child protection policy &nbsp; • Look after children who are upset or have had accidents&nbsp;
Professional development&nbsp; • Help keep their own knowledge and understanding relevant and up-to-date by reflecting on their own practice, liaising with school leaders, and identifying relevant professional development to improve personal effectiveness &nbsp; • Take opportunities to build the appropriate skills, qualifications, and/or experience needed for the role, with support from the school &nbsp; • Take part in the school’s appraisal procedures
Other areas of responsibility&nbsp; Safeguarding
• Work in line with statutory safeguarding guidance (e.g. Keeping Children Safe in Education, Prevent) and our safeguarding and child protection policies &nbsp; • Promote the safeguarding of all pupils in the school&nbsp; • The TA will be required to follow school policies and the staff code of conduct.&nbsp; • Please note, this is illustrative of the general nature and level of responsibility of the role. It is not a comprehensive list of all tasks that the TA will carry out. The postholder may be required to do other duties appropriate to the level of the role, as directed by the&nbsp; headteacher or line manager.
Person specification
Qualifications and training&nbsp;
• GCSE or equivalent level, including at least a Grade 4 (previously Grade C) in English and maths &nbsp; • First-aid training, or willingness to complete it &nbsp;
Experience&nbsp;
• Experience working in a school environment or other educational setting&nbsp; • Experience working with children / young people &nbsp; • Experience planning and delivering learning activities&nbsp;
Skills and knowledge&nbsp;
• Good literacy and numeracy skills &nbsp; • Good organisational skills &nbsp; • Ability to build effective working relationships with pupils and adults&nbsp; • Skills and expertise in understanding the needs of all pupils&nbsp; • Knowledge of how to help adapt and deliver support to meet individual needs&nbsp; • Subject and curriculum knowledge relevant to the role, and ability to apply this effectively in supporting teachers and pupils&nbsp; • Excellent verbal communication skills &nbsp; • Active listening skills &nbsp; • The ability to remain calm in stressful situations &nbsp; • Knowledge of guidance and requirements around safeguarding children&nbsp; • Good ICT skills, particularly using ICT to support learning&nbsp; • Understanding of roles and responsibilities within the classroom and whole school context &nbsp;
Personal qualities
• Enjoyment of working with children&nbsp; • Sensitivity and understanding, to help build good relationships with pupils&nbsp; • A commitment to getting the best outcomes for all pupils, and promoting the ethos and values of the school&nbsp; • Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times&nbsp; • Commitment to safeguarding pupil’s wellbeing and equality&nbsp; • Resilient, positive, forward looking and enthusiastic about making a difference&nbsp; • Capacity to inspire, motivate and challenge children and young people&nbsp;
This job description may be amended at any time in consultation with the postholder.
The school is committed to safeguarding pupils, any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check and proof of right to work in the UK. &nbsp;We are an equal opportunities employer.&nbsp;
Interviews: Wednesday 16th and Thursday 17th July 2025&nbsp;

Teaching Assistant - St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School

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Please apply via the following link: <a href="https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeship/VAC1000323817" target="_blank">L3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship – Find an apprenticeship – GOV.UK</a>
Engayne Primary School
Severn Drive
Upminster
Essex, RM14 1SW
Tel:&nbsp;&nbsp;01708 223492
Email:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="mailto:contact@engayne.co.uk" target="_blank">contact@engayne.co.uk</a>
Headteacher: Mrs S Sankey
Apprentice Teaching Assistant - Level 3
Hours: 30 hours per week, 38 term time weeks per year plus 5.7 weeks paid holiday&nbsp;&nbsp;
Salary:&nbsp; £12.20 per hour
Actual Salary:&nbsp; £15,994 per annum
Commencing:&nbsp; September 2025
Would you like to join our vibrant, dynamic community?
Our two year Apprentice TA course has been running for several years in conjunction with our partners at Chelmsford College and has produced many highly talented Teaching Assistants.
You will be hands on in class four days per week at Engayne Primary School, Cranham and will attend college for one day per week (for which you will be paid) at either Chelmsford or South Ockendon locations, depending on your travelling preferences.
You must be in a position to travel to college independently, we do not pay travel or mileage.
You must have Maths &amp; English GCSE at grade 4 or above to apply, and ideally (but not essentially) a science should you wish to progress to teacher training in the future.
Mature students without these qualifications are encouraged to still apply as an aptitude test is available.
Interested? Please call David Rickett at Engayne Primary School on 01708 223 492 to discuss the position and/or arrange a visit to the school.
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000323817&nbsp;
Please apply via the following link: <a href="https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeship/VAC1000323817" target="_blank">L3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship – Find an apprenticeship – GOV.UK</a>
Closing date: Monday 30th June 2025 at 11.59pm
We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people in our care and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be offered a position subject to enhanced DBS check and references.

Apprentice Teaching Assistant - Level 3

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To apply, please send your completed application form to <a href="mailto:office@stmarysharepark.co.uk" target="_blank">office@stmarysharepark.co.uk</a>.

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St Mary's Hare Park School
South Drive, Gidea Park, Romford, RM2 6HH
Telephone: 01708 761220
Email: <a href="mailto:" target="_blank">office@stmarysharepark.co.uk</a>
Website:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/C02mCYQgqtAgrZ2H0HkkT?domain=stmarysharepark.co.uk" target="_blank">https://www.stmarysharepark.co.uk/index.asp</a>
SENDCo (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Coordinator)
Hours: Part-Time (1 day per week)
Salary: Competitive salary, based on experience&nbsp;
Contract: Permanent&nbsp;
Start Date: September 2025
St Mary’s Hare Park School is a vibrant and nurturing independent primary school seeking a passionate, committed and enthusiastic SENDCo to lead and coordinate our SEND provision.
This is a fantastic opportunity for either an experienced SENDCo or a qualified teacher with a strong interest in Special Educational Needs who is keen to transition into a SEND leadership role.
Key Responsibilities:
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<li>Oversee the strategic development of SEND provision to raise the achievement of pupils with additional needs.</li>
<li>Responsible for overseeing the SEND strategy</li>
<li>Coordinate and implement EHCPs, Annual Reviews, Provision Maps and SEND interventions.</li>
<li>Work closely with teachers, teaching assistants, parents, external agencies and the Senior Leadership Team to ensure all pupils’ needs are effectively met.</li>
<li>Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of SEND support across the school and report regularly to the Headteacher and Trustees.</li>
<li>Provide guidance and training to staff on best practices for inclusive teaching.</li>
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We are looking for someone who:
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<li>Holds QTS (or equivalent) and a NASENCO qualification.</li>
<li>Has recent experience in supporting pupils with SEND within the primary age range.</li>
<li>Is an excellent communicator, organised, and enthusiastic about making a difference in the lives of children with additional needs.</li>
<li>Can work collaboratively with colleagues and external professionals.</li>
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At St Mary’s Hare Park School, we pride ourselves on our inclusive, family-friendly ethos and our commitment to the wellbeing and development of every child. You will join a supportive and forward-thinking team where your input is highly valued.
To apply or request further information, please contact the school office at <a href="mailto:office@stmarysharepark.co.uk" target="_blank">office@stmarysharepark.co.uk</a>. We warmly welcome visits from interested candidates.
Closing Date: 27th June 2025
This job description is not an exhaustive list and you will be expected to carry out any other reasonable tasks as directed by your line manager. Early applications are both welcomed and advised. The school reserves the right to interview prior to the deadline date and close the vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.
St Mary’s Hare Park School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks, references and appropriate vetting.

SENDCo (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Coordinator)

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Sevenoaks District Council is a high performing local authority with an enviable track record of providing excellent services for its residents.&nbsp;
As our Policy &amp; Performance Manager you’ll support us as we move towards a new future for local government in Kent. You’ll be critical in keeping our Members and most senior officers one step ahead by providing high quality research, analysis and advice.&nbsp;Providing us with the latest insight and the right approach to performance management, you’ll steer us through the changing local government environment.
If you enjoy variety in your work, are an excellent communicator, can demonstrate an excellent understanding of local government and the services we deliver, possess strong research and analytical skills and can take a positive, team working approach to identifying solutions this is an excellent opportunity to develop your career and make a real impact in shaping the future of our Council.
This role will be based at our Council Offices, Argyle Road, Sevenoaks Kent TN13 1HG. We currently operate a hybrid working model for the majority of our roles where your working time will be divided between the office (2-3 days) and home working (2-3 days).
Do you want to know more about the role? 
Please contact Sarah Carter, PA to Assistant Chief Executive, on 01732 227067 to arrange to speak to Lee Banks, Assistant Chief Executive for further details about the role. &nbsp;
Do you want to ensure you have the best chance of being shortlisted?
Read the Job Description and Personal Specification attached to the role and ensure that your supporting statement explains how you meet the essential requirements as your application will be judged against these criteria.
Closing date: 13th July 2025 &nbsp;
Interviews: TBC

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