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About the Role An Baya Federation is seeking an enthusiastic, forward-thinking Assistant Headteacher to join Madron Daniel Primary School. This exciting role offers the opportunity to work closely with our Executive Headteacher and contribute to the continued growth and success of our nurturing, community-focused school. We Are Looking For Someone Who Is an inspiring teacher with a passion for high-quality, inclusive education Has successful experience teaching mixed-age classes, particularly in Early Years and Key Stage 1 Is committed to providing a nurturing learning environment where every child thrives Brings strong leadership potential and is eager to contribute strategically to school improvement Can work effectively as part of the wider An Baya Federation team Has SEN knowledge or experience We Offer A supportive federation with a shared vision and collaborative ethos Small, friendly class sizes that prioritise strong relationships and quality teaching Opportunities for professional development and leadership growth A school community that values creativity, kindness, and ambition The chance to make a meaningful difference in a close-knit rural school Main purpose of the job Carry out the duties of this post in line with the remit outlined in the current School Teachers' Pay and Conditions Document including the conditions of employment for assistant headteachers and the school's own policy Under the overall direction of the headteacher play a major role in formulating the aims, objectives of the schools and establishing the policies through which they are to be achieved Be responsible for the standards and curriculum of all pupils including monitoring of progress towards achievement Proactively manage staff and resources Take on the responsibilities of the headteacher as agreed and appropriate in the absence of the headteacher and deputy headteacher Carry out the professional duties of a teacher as required Take responsibility for child protection issues as appropriate Take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within the school Please follow this link to find out more and download an application pack! Please send your application, including a completed application form along with a supporting letter, to by noon on 10th March 2026 Visits to the school are encouraged. Madron Daniel Church of England Nursery and Primary School is committed to safer recruitment, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. An enhanced DBS and barring checks will be required for the successful applicant as well as online checks This is not a Cornwall Council vacancy therefore please contact the organisation direct for further information. Organisation address: Madron Daniel C of E Nursery and Primary School Bellair Road Madron TR20 8SP Email: Website:

Social Worker Want to know what it's really like to relocate and join our social work team? In this video, one of our social workers talks about his relocation journey and what makes working here so rewarding, you can find the video here - Interview - Social Worker Recruitment on Vimeo The Service and Team : We are seeking committed, compassionate Social Workers to join our dynamic, high performing service, supporting young people in and leaving care through relationship based pathway planning. We work closely with Carefree, a young person led, award winning local charity, alongside a wide network of partner agencies to provide holistic, joined up support that transforms lives. You'll work within a multi disciplinary team of Social Workers, Personal Advisors, youth workers, housing specialists, and mental health professionals-all dedicated to helping young people thrive. Our service was recognised as Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024, who noted: 'C are leavers receive an impressive level of support in Cornwall and the local authority's partnership with a specialist commissioned service to young people is exemplary' . You can access Cornwall's Ofsted inspection report here Cornwall Council - Open - Find an Inspection Report - Ofsted The Role In this rewarding role, you will place young people at the heart of your practice. You'll build trusted relationships that empower 16-18 year olds to make positive decisions about their education, employment, housing, health, and wellbeing. You will support young people who are in care, leaving care, and those seeking asylum, helping them feel secure and ready for independence. Through collaborative pathway planning, you'll work alongside young people, carers, families, and key partners in housing, health, education, and the community to ensure each young person has the right support to prepare for adulthood. Building strong, trusting relationships is central to the role-enabling young people to achieve their goals and move forward with confidence. This role comes with a £4,000 welcome bonus alongside a generous relocation package of up to £8,000 to help support your move to Cornwall (for eligible candidates). This is a public/customer-facing role, where the statutory English language requirement for public sector workers applies. This position will be subject to an enhanced criminal record disclosure check. What you'll need to succeed: We'd love to hear from you if you: Hold a Social Work qualification (DipSW, BA Social Work, or equivalent) and are Social Work England registered. Have experience or an understanding of working with children in care and/or care leavers. Are able to build strong and supportive relationships with young people and understand the challenges they face. Can work independently and manage a busy caseload. Have strong assessment and risk management skills. Are I.T. literate and hold a full driving licence. Experience or an understanding of working with Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children is desirable. Please note: If you have qualified within the last 2 years, but not completed your Assessed and Supported Year of Employment (ASYE) we would welcome your application as a Newly Qualified Social Worker (NQSW) in order to access Cornwall's ASYE programme which runs twice yearly. You can apply for our NQSW advert here Why Join Us? Be part of an Outstanding service that truly changes lives. Work in a supportive, collaborative team with access to specialist expertise, including psychologist, housing, youth justice and SCSA Enjoy a role that's varied, rewarding, and impactful. Benefit from ongoing training and development and progression opportunities. Please read the role profile for the full details of this role attached below in this advert What you'll get in return: We actively encourage and enable our practitioners to progress and reward them for their commitment and expertise. If you are committed to continuing professional development, can demonstrate learning in your practice and in improved outcomes for the children you help and protect, we will provide you with the career options and remuneration that match your expertise. We support our social workers to stay in front line practice as advanced practitioners or move to front line management, both of which attract the same pay. As part of our commitment to outstanding practice, we have put in place a comprehensive core curriculum and career and qualification pathway for our social workers to develop their knowledge and skills to deliver the most effective social work intervention with children and families. Cornwall is one of the best places in the country to live, work and bring up a family. It's location and landscape offer unique opportunities for a healthier, happier way of life. We are committed to supporting the wellbeing of our staff and we recognise that resilient Social Workers need a good work/life balance as well as supportive leadership and support in the workplace. In recognition of the vital contribution you make, we offer an attractive package of benefits including: A competitive starting salary and the opportunity to increase your pay further as you progress Welcome bonus of £4000 for qualified Social Workers who are new to social work in Cornwall and have completed their ASYE £3000 Annual Market Supplement for Advanced Practitioners A generous relocation package An excellent core curriculum to support your ongoing development and a outstanding career and qualification pathway, recognised by Ofsted as a foundation of Cornwall's good practice, which will support your progression. Supportive management and leadership with regular, high-quality case and reflective supervision Access to a Cornwall Council lease car and pool car scheme 26 days paid annual leave per year (rising with length of service), plus bank holidays Flexible working opportunities, including part-time hours, compressed hours and homeworking Payment of your Social Work England registration fees.

Are you an experienced and passionate social worker looking for a unique opportunity to work in a specialist, high performing service? Our Parent Assess Team is growing as part of Cornwall Council's commitment to delivering robust, evidence based parenting assessments across the county. This is an exciting time to join us as we expand the Parent Assess Team to strengthen our in house assessment offer and reduce reliance on external providers. You'll be part of a supportive, skilled, and forward thinking service that plays a critical role in supporting children and families at key points in their journey. Please read the role profile for the full job description.

Make a difference - Children's Social Work in Cornwall "Senior leaders and politicians are relentless in their drive to continue to improve the lives of Cornwall's children and families" "Staff's care, commitment and child focussed approach shine through when they talk about their work. This positive working environment helps to foster a culture in which an enthusiasm and commitment to do the best for children is found at all levels in the organisation." Ofsted, July 2024 The Service & Team: Social workers make a real difference to the lives of children in Cornwall. We believe that the children of Cornwall deserve the very best. We put their needs at the heart of everything we do and we are looking for people who share our determination to improve their lives and make a brighter future. If you believe in humane, relationship-based social work with children and families we offer the opportunity to develop your social work career in an innovative and ambitious children's service in one of the most beautiful parts of the country. Further information about our social work careers can be found on our website The Role: We have opportunities for passionate, committed Social Workers across Cornwall in both full and part time roles. We have opportunities available within: Family Assessment Service Teams - Positions available across the County Child Protection - Positions available across the County Disabled Children & Therapy Service - Positions available across the County Multi Agency Referral Unit (MARU) - based in Truro Children In Care Team - Positions available across the County Gweres Teyluyow - Mid Cornwall Teylu (Pre Birth) - Mid Cornwall Further information about our teams is available here. Please let us know in your application if you are seeking full/part time roles and which teams you are most interested in. This is a public/customer-facing role, where the statutory English language requirement for public sector workers applies. This position will be subject to an enhanced criminal record disclosure check. What you'll need to succeed: You will be a social worker registered with Social Work England who will have: Previous experience working within a social care environment A proven track record of excellent practice that improves the lives of children High-level written and verbal communication skills to build effective professional relationships with families and other professionals Knowledge and understanding of the legislation, models and theories relevant to children's social work, and the ability to evidence how you have applied your learning to your practice The skills to undertake assessments and to use evidence-based practice tools to devise, implement and review care plans If your experience as a social worker is within another sector (such as Adult Social Care or the Voluntary sector), we provide additional support to transition into children and families social work through a supported induction period. Please note: If you have qualified within the last 2 years, but not completed your Assessed and Supported Year of Employment (ASYE) we would welcome your application as a Newly Qualified Social Worker (NQSW) in order to access Cornwall's ASYE programme which runs twice yearly. You would need to apply for our NQSW adverts which are advertised separately.

An educational organization in Truro is seeking a dedicated Estates Team member to maintain and improve school buildings, ensuring they are operational and compliant. This role involves working 37 hours weekly, where a full driving license and commitment to safety checks are essential. The position offers competitive salary benefits and clear career progression within a supportive environment. If you are passionate about enhancing the learning space for children, this opportunity is for you.

Overview Working together to maintain and improve our estates and provide an environment where children will thrive and learning will flourish. The Estates Team, sitting within the Core Service Team, is responsible for ensuring that our buildings are fully operational, legally compliant and excellent learning environments. You will be joining a highly skilled and professional team. Are you interested in helping provide an outstanding environment for the children in our academies? Do you want to be responsible for managing and maintaining buildings? Responsibilities Maintain and improve estates to ensure buildings are fully operational, legally compliant and provide an excellent learning environment. Join a highly skilled and professional Estates Team within the Core Service Team. Work 37 hours per week in a permanent position. Be multi-skilled with a can-do attitude and contribute to a challenging and rewarding role. Requirements Full driving licence is essential due to the demands of the role. Willingness to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and be assessed against the Childcare Disqualification Regulations. Benefits and details Working for Aspire comes with a wealth of employee benefits including a salary linked pension, HR friendly policies, eye scheme and a comprehensive employee wellbeing programme. The role offers a competitive salary, family-friendly policies and clear career progression paths. The successful candidate will be working 37 hours per week in a permanent position. The proposed interview date is 28 February 2026. How to apply Completed application forms can be emailed to or returned via post to: Aspire Academy Trust, Unit 20, St Austell Business Park, St Austell, Cornwall, PL25 4FD Organisation address: Unit 20, St Austell Business Park, Carclaze, St Austell, Cornwall, PL25 4FD Contact name: HR Team Contact email: Website: Link to apply: Important: This is not a Cornwall Council vacancy; please contact the organization directly for further information.