Islington Council is recruiting a qualified SENCO on a maternity cover basis to support New River College Medical and its SEMH pupils. The role focuses on leading SEN provision, coordinating assessments, and working with a multi-site team to promote wellbeing and academic progress. The post requires a UK teaching qualification and experience with SEMH students, with safeguarding and collaboration at the core of the practice. Salary is within MPS/UPS + additional allowances; start January 2027.
Sep 23, 2026
Full time
Islington Council is recruiting a qualified SENCO on a maternity cover basis to support New River College Medical and its SEMH pupils. The role focuses on leading SEN provision, coordinating assessments, and working with a multi-site team to promote wellbeing and academic progress. The post requires a UK teaching qualification and experience with SEMH students, with safeguarding and collaboration at the core of the practice. Salary is within MPS/UPS + additional allowances; start January 2027.
About The Role New River College Medical Site New River College Medical Maygood Street N1 0TJ (Previous Vittoria Primary School site) Salary grade: MPS/UPS + SEN 1 + TLR 2 ( £41,729 - £ 64,684 + £2,885 + £5,348 ) Maternity cover To start January 2027 Do you have a UK teaching qualification, and experience supporting students with SEMH needs? Are you a dynamic and motivated professional, looking to develop your practice in a unique and specialist setting? Do you have a passion for developing vulnerable young people holistically, facilitating opportunities for them to flourish and thrive now, and in their future? New River College Medical is looking to appoint an inspiring and skilled qualified SENCO, for a maternity cover, to work within a committed team, dedicated to improving the well-being and outcomes of young people with medical and mental health needs. New River College comprises of three pupil referral units in Islington (primary, secondary and medical), for pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH). NRC Medical works with KS1-4 pupils with complex social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, who are not always able to attend school for medical reasons. We teach across a number of sites: New River College Medical, the Children's Ward at the Whittington Hospital and in the homes of pupils too unwell to attend school. We offer a core curriculum to all pupils which includes English, Maths, Science, PE and a selection of foundation subjects. We also work with a number of alternative providers around enhanced learning opportunities. Key dates Closing date: 23:59 Tuesday 13th October 2026 Shortlisted candidates will be notified by: Thursday 15th October 2026 Interviews will be held on: Friday 23rd October 2026 For background information visit our website or for an informal discussion about the post or to arrange a visit please contact Adam Sunderland on (option 3) or via email on New River College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) with barred list check will be required. Also, if this post is likely to come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) 2009 Regulations and the successful applicant will be required to declare. In line with KCSIE 2022 and safer recruitment practices, the school will conduct an online search on publicly available information on candidates' suitability to work with children, for all shortlisted candidates. Shortlisted candidates will be provided with further guidance and will be asked to clarify their online presence. We regret to inform that we are unable to sponsor visas.
Sep 23, 2026
Full time
About The Role New River College Medical Site New River College Medical Maygood Street N1 0TJ (Previous Vittoria Primary School site) Salary grade: MPS/UPS + SEN 1 + TLR 2 ( £41,729 - £ 64,684 + £2,885 + £5,348 ) Maternity cover To start January 2027 Do you have a UK teaching qualification, and experience supporting students with SEMH needs? Are you a dynamic and motivated professional, looking to develop your practice in a unique and specialist setting? Do you have a passion for developing vulnerable young people holistically, facilitating opportunities for them to flourish and thrive now, and in their future? New River College Medical is looking to appoint an inspiring and skilled qualified SENCO, for a maternity cover, to work within a committed team, dedicated to improving the well-being and outcomes of young people with medical and mental health needs. New River College comprises of three pupil referral units in Islington (primary, secondary and medical), for pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH). NRC Medical works with KS1-4 pupils with complex social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, who are not always able to attend school for medical reasons. We teach across a number of sites: New River College Medical, the Children's Ward at the Whittington Hospital and in the homes of pupils too unwell to attend school. We offer a core curriculum to all pupils which includes English, Maths, Science, PE and a selection of foundation subjects. We also work with a number of alternative providers around enhanced learning opportunities. Key dates Closing date: 23:59 Tuesday 13th October 2026 Shortlisted candidates will be notified by: Thursday 15th October 2026 Interviews will be held on: Friday 23rd October 2026 For background information visit our website or for an informal discussion about the post or to arrange a visit please contact Adam Sunderland on (option 3) or via email on New River College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) with barred list check will be required. Also, if this post is likely to come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) 2009 Regulations and the successful applicant will be required to declare. In line with KCSIE 2022 and safer recruitment practices, the school will conduct an online search on publicly available information on candidates' suitability to work with children, for all shortlisted candidates. Shortlisted candidates will be provided with further guidance and will be asked to clarify their online presence. We regret to inform that we are unable to sponsor visas.
Mobile Team Supervisor Do you have a passion to work in Housing? Do you have great attention to detail and do you enjoy working in a fast paced team? An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Service Delivery Team within Estate Services as a Mobile Team Supervisor. We are seeking a motivated, highly organised and ambitious individual with great attention to detail. This role will require individuals to be able to work independently and as part of a wider team. This role is responsible for the supervision and line management of the mobile/relief caretaking team, ensuring they provide services to estates set out within the caretaking and quality assurance manuals. Key responsibilities include: To be responsible to the Service Delivery Manager for the provision of resource allocation of the mobile/relief caretaking team and Estate Operatives. To supervise and line manage team of mobile caretakers including work allocation/staff rotas, monitoring and supervision, ensuring corrective action is taken where appropriate and in line with procedures; authorisation of leave and management of other absences, including sickness. Keeping accurate records on caretaking, ensuring robust processes are in place for recording service charges, performance monitoring, sickness absence, risk assessments and all other records relating to their team. Ensuring you and your team are well trained, knowledgeable and compliant with health and safety legislation associated with this role, including use of personal protective equipment (PPE), safe and efficient use of chemicals and equipment, accident and incident reporting etc. Resolving issues creatively, sensitively and in line with procedures. To monitor tasks and ensure services are delivered to the correct frequencies and standard. You will deputise for and assist the Service Delivery Manager as required. Applicants must address the essential criteria outlined in the person specification within their application form. Our offer to you We are committed to challenging inequality in the borough and as one of the largest employers we know that to look after the place and the planet, we have to look after our people. Our staff benefits include: Up to 31 days leave per year, increasing to 36 days after five years of local government service A range of flexible working arrangements to maintain a healthy work-life balance, as well as a 35-hour working week Learning and development opportunities to maximise your potential Competitive pay and a commitment to paying all staff the London Living Wage at minimum Excellent local government pension scheme Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym memberships Local discounts from restaurants, shops, health and beauty therapists, and more! Note to Recruitment Agencies: We kindly ask that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this vacancy. We are managing the recruitment process internally and will reach out directly should we require external support. Thank you for your understanding.
May 20, 2026
Full time
Mobile Team Supervisor Do you have a passion to work in Housing? Do you have great attention to detail and do you enjoy working in a fast paced team? An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Service Delivery Team within Estate Services as a Mobile Team Supervisor. We are seeking a motivated, highly organised and ambitious individual with great attention to detail. This role will require individuals to be able to work independently and as part of a wider team. This role is responsible for the supervision and line management of the mobile/relief caretaking team, ensuring they provide services to estates set out within the caretaking and quality assurance manuals. Key responsibilities include: To be responsible to the Service Delivery Manager for the provision of resource allocation of the mobile/relief caretaking team and Estate Operatives. To supervise and line manage team of mobile caretakers including work allocation/staff rotas, monitoring and supervision, ensuring corrective action is taken where appropriate and in line with procedures; authorisation of leave and management of other absences, including sickness. Keeping accurate records on caretaking, ensuring robust processes are in place for recording service charges, performance monitoring, sickness absence, risk assessments and all other records relating to their team. Ensuring you and your team are well trained, knowledgeable and compliant with health and safety legislation associated with this role, including use of personal protective equipment (PPE), safe and efficient use of chemicals and equipment, accident and incident reporting etc. Resolving issues creatively, sensitively and in line with procedures. To monitor tasks and ensure services are delivered to the correct frequencies and standard. You will deputise for and assist the Service Delivery Manager as required. Applicants must address the essential criteria outlined in the person specification within their application form. Our offer to you We are committed to challenging inequality in the borough and as one of the largest employers we know that to look after the place and the planet, we have to look after our people. Our staff benefits include: Up to 31 days leave per year, increasing to 36 days after five years of local government service A range of flexible working arrangements to maintain a healthy work-life balance, as well as a 35-hour working week Learning and development opportunities to maximise your potential Competitive pay and a commitment to paying all staff the London Living Wage at minimum Excellent local government pension scheme Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym memberships Local discounts from restaurants, shops, health and beauty therapists, and more! Note to Recruitment Agencies: We kindly ask that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this vacancy. We are managing the recruitment process internally and will reach out directly should we require external support. Thank you for your understanding.
Islington is a vibrant, diverse inner London borough with ambitious plans to become cleaner, greener and fairer for everyone who lives, works and visits here. Our streets, public spaces and environmental services play a vital role in delivering that ambition - from keeping neighbourhoods clean and safe, to supporting climate action, behaviour change and civic pride. We are seeking an experienced and values led leader to join us as Assistant Director of Street Operations . This is a high profile and influential role, providing strategic and operational leadership for some of the council's most visible services, including waste and recycling, street and estate cleansing, fly tip removal and graffiti management. You will lead large, complex operations with significant budgets and a sizeable workforce, ensuring services are safe, resilient, customer focused and delivering strong value for money. As a senior leader within the Environment and Climate Change Directorate, you will play a central role in delivering Islington's Greener and Healthier ambitions. You will embed sustainability, climate resilience and digital innovation into day to day operations, modernising services and improving outcomes for residents. You will also represent the council with credibility and confidence - working closely with councillors, communities, partners and regional bodies to shape policy, influence best practice and deliver borough wide transformation. This is an opportunity to make a real impact at scale: leading services that operate 24/7, responding to incidents and emergencies, driving continuous improvement and setting the standard for environmental services in a dense, complex urban environment. Our offer to you We are committed to challenging inequality in the borough and as one of the largest employers we know that to look after the place and the planet, we have to look after our people. Our staff benefits include: Up to 31 days leave per year, increasing to 36 days after five years of local government service A range of flexible working arrangements to maintain a healthy work-life balance, as well as a 35-hour working week Learning and development opportunities to maximise your potential Competitive pay and a commitment to paying all staff the London Living Wage at minimum Excellent local government pension scheme Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym memberships Local discounts from restaurants, shops, health and beauty therapists, and more! Note to Recruitment Agencies: We kindly ask that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this vacancy. We are managing the recruitment process internally and will reach out directly should we require external support. Thank you for your understanding.
May 02, 2026
Full time
Islington is a vibrant, diverse inner London borough with ambitious plans to become cleaner, greener and fairer for everyone who lives, works and visits here. Our streets, public spaces and environmental services play a vital role in delivering that ambition - from keeping neighbourhoods clean and safe, to supporting climate action, behaviour change and civic pride. We are seeking an experienced and values led leader to join us as Assistant Director of Street Operations . This is a high profile and influential role, providing strategic and operational leadership for some of the council's most visible services, including waste and recycling, street and estate cleansing, fly tip removal and graffiti management. You will lead large, complex operations with significant budgets and a sizeable workforce, ensuring services are safe, resilient, customer focused and delivering strong value for money. As a senior leader within the Environment and Climate Change Directorate, you will play a central role in delivering Islington's Greener and Healthier ambitions. You will embed sustainability, climate resilience and digital innovation into day to day operations, modernising services and improving outcomes for residents. You will also represent the council with credibility and confidence - working closely with councillors, communities, partners and regional bodies to shape policy, influence best practice and deliver borough wide transformation. This is an opportunity to make a real impact at scale: leading services that operate 24/7, responding to incidents and emergencies, driving continuous improvement and setting the standard for environmental services in a dense, complex urban environment. Our offer to you We are committed to challenging inequality in the borough and as one of the largest employers we know that to look after the place and the planet, we have to look after our people. Our staff benefits include: Up to 31 days leave per year, increasing to 36 days after five years of local government service A range of flexible working arrangements to maintain a healthy work-life balance, as well as a 35-hour working week Learning and development opportunities to maximise your potential Competitive pay and a commitment to paying all staff the London Living Wage at minimum Excellent local government pension scheme Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym memberships Local discounts from restaurants, shops, health and beauty therapists, and more! Note to Recruitment Agencies: We kindly ask that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this vacancy. We are managing the recruitment process internally and will reach out directly should we require external support. Thank you for your understanding.
