Salary: Up to £55,277 + TLR (£3,527) + excellent benefits Please note, TLR will be awarded upon successful completion of the probationary period. Those Huge Small Victories Our teachers are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. There's lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference. Get out what you put in You'll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. You'll be there to help them learn, develop their abilities and raise their self-esteem. You will need to be resilient and dedicated, but those huge small victories that you achieve will be something you're really proud of. It can be a tough journey, but the positive steps forward will more than make up for it. As a Teacher at Witherslack Group, you'll get all the support you need to succeed, from in-house psychologists, to teaching assistants and therapy professionals. Your colleagues will be the best at what they do, the school environments will be well-resourced and we'll be with you every step of the way, helping you build a rewarding teaching career. One of the best environments in SEND Hilden Park school is a purpose built, brand new, state of the art school, catering primarily for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Asperger's and Speech, Language and Communication needs. The school provides education for up to 72 children aged 8 to 16. This new exciting opportunity serving Tonbridge and the wider communities; you can be at the heart of its development. Our aim is to ensure that every pupil has an outstanding educational experience with individual pupil progress and care at the heart of what is offered. What we do for you We know you're going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the education sector. With us, you'll get to bring learning to life and make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people - plus you'll get: Training: A full induction and on the job training Holiday: You'll work hard at WG, so you'll be rewarded with full school holidays Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our head teachers and leaders have been promoted from within our group Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance - check out our benefits here Pension: we offer a range of pensions to suit your lifestyle needs including Teachers' Pension and our very attractive TPS alternative Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities - check out our schools here A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Bring your whole-self to work Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs - and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. You'll be more than a Science Teacher, you'll be able to connect with our pupils because of: - Your 'can do' attitude - a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others - Your genuine passion for teaching Science and the impact your subject can have on young lives - The ability to relate your subject to each pupil and build great relationships with your class - Your enthusiasm and expertise to build your department - You'll also need previous teaching experience and have Qualified Teacher Status Interested in joining us? At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong. As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we'll be there every step of the way. By building a diverse and inclusive team, we're better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click here. To view our ex-offenders policy please click here . To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools here . Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD
Feb 06, 2026
Full time
Salary: Up to £55,277 + TLR (£3,527) + excellent benefits Please note, TLR will be awarded upon successful completion of the probationary period. Those Huge Small Victories Our teachers are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. There's lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference. Get out what you put in You'll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. You'll be there to help them learn, develop their abilities and raise their self-esteem. You will need to be resilient and dedicated, but those huge small victories that you achieve will be something you're really proud of. It can be a tough journey, but the positive steps forward will more than make up for it. As a Teacher at Witherslack Group, you'll get all the support you need to succeed, from in-house psychologists, to teaching assistants and therapy professionals. Your colleagues will be the best at what they do, the school environments will be well-resourced and we'll be with you every step of the way, helping you build a rewarding teaching career. One of the best environments in SEND Hilden Park school is a purpose built, brand new, state of the art school, catering primarily for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Asperger's and Speech, Language and Communication needs. The school provides education for up to 72 children aged 8 to 16. This new exciting opportunity serving Tonbridge and the wider communities; you can be at the heart of its development. Our aim is to ensure that every pupil has an outstanding educational experience with individual pupil progress and care at the heart of what is offered. What we do for you We know you're going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the education sector. With us, you'll get to bring learning to life and make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people - plus you'll get: Training: A full induction and on the job training Holiday: You'll work hard at WG, so you'll be rewarded with full school holidays Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our head teachers and leaders have been promoted from within our group Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance - check out our benefits here Pension: we offer a range of pensions to suit your lifestyle needs including Teachers' Pension and our very attractive TPS alternative Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities - check out our schools here A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Bring your whole-self to work Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs - and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. You'll be more than a Science Teacher, you'll be able to connect with our pupils because of: - Your 'can do' attitude - a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others - Your genuine passion for teaching Science and the impact your subject can have on young lives - The ability to relate your subject to each pupil and build great relationships with your class - Your enthusiasm and expertise to build your department - You'll also need previous teaching experience and have Qualified Teacher Status Interested in joining us? At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong. As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we'll be there every step of the way. By building a diverse and inclusive team, we're better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click here. To view our ex-offenders policy please click here . To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools here . Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD
Level 3 Teaching Assistant EYFS Location: Blackburn Hours: 8:00am 4:00pm, Monday to Friday Contract: Full-time Start Date: After February half term We are looking to appoint a caring, enthusiastic Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join our lovely school in Blackburn, working within our Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about early childhood development and enjoys supporting young children to learn, grow and thrive in a nurturing environment. The successful candidate will: Hold a recognised Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification Have experience working in EYFS Be warm, patient and enthusiastic about supporting young learners Work effectively as part of a friendly and supportive team Support children s learning through play, both indoors and outdoors We offer: A welcoming and supportive school community Happy, engaged children who love to learn A full-time role with consistent hours (8am 4pm, Monday to Friday) If you are passionate about early years education and would love to be part of a caring school team, we would love to hear from you. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.
Feb 06, 2026
Seasonal
Level 3 Teaching Assistant EYFS Location: Blackburn Hours: 8:00am 4:00pm, Monday to Friday Contract: Full-time Start Date: After February half term We are looking to appoint a caring, enthusiastic Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join our lovely school in Blackburn, working within our Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about early childhood development and enjoys supporting young children to learn, grow and thrive in a nurturing environment. The successful candidate will: Hold a recognised Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification Have experience working in EYFS Be warm, patient and enthusiastic about supporting young learners Work effectively as part of a friendly and supportive team Support children s learning through play, both indoors and outdoors We offer: A welcoming and supportive school community Happy, engaged children who love to learn A full-time role with consistent hours (8am 4pm, Monday to Friday) If you are passionate about early years education and would love to be part of a caring school team, we would love to hear from you. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.
SEN Teaching Assistant - Primary School Support Location: Exeter Hours: Full-time, Term Time Only Daily Rate: £85-£95 A friendly and inclusive primary school in Exeter is looking for a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team. This role offers the chance to make a real difference by providing 1:1 and small group support to children with a variety of additional needs, including Autism, ADHD, and speech & language delays. Responsibilities Supporting pupils with EHCPs in the classroom and during transitions Assisting the class teacher by adapting lesson content to individual needs Supporting communication strategies and social skill development Monitoring and reporting on pupil progress and behaviour Creating a calm, positive, and nurturing learning environment Requirements Experience supporting children with SEN (formal or informal) Patient, calm, and positive approach Strong communication skills and a collaborative, team-focused mindset DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply) This is a wonderful opportunity for a committed and caring professional to make a real impact in a supportive school environment.
Feb 06, 2026
Full time
SEN Teaching Assistant - Primary School Support Location: Exeter Hours: Full-time, Term Time Only Daily Rate: £85-£95 A friendly and inclusive primary school in Exeter is looking for a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team. This role offers the chance to make a real difference by providing 1:1 and small group support to children with a variety of additional needs, including Autism, ADHD, and speech & language delays. Responsibilities Supporting pupils with EHCPs in the classroom and during transitions Assisting the class teacher by adapting lesson content to individual needs Supporting communication strategies and social skill development Monitoring and reporting on pupil progress and behaviour Creating a calm, positive, and nurturing learning environment Requirements Experience supporting children with SEN (formal or informal) Patient, calm, and positive approach Strong communication skills and a collaborative, team-focused mindset DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply) This is a wonderful opportunity for a committed and caring professional to make a real impact in a supportive school environment.
SEN Teaching Assistant Full Time Start Date: Monday 23rd February 2026 Hours: Monday Friday, 8:30am 3:30pm We are seeking a committed and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a school team from Monday 23rd February 2026. This is a full-time role, supporting pupils with additional needs and helping them access learning in a safe, structured, and nurturing environment. Key Requirements: Proven experience working with children (essential) Experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (desirable) Must be able to drive Must hold business-use car insurance Calm, patient, and resilient approach Ability to follow individual education plans and behaviour strategies Daily Responsibilities Will Include: Providing 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEN Supporting learning activities under the direction of the class teacher Assisting pupils to stay focused, engaged, and motivated throughout the school day Implementing strategies outlined in EHCPs, IEPs, and behaviour support plans Supporting pupils with emotional regulation and social interaction Encouraging independence and positive behaviour Assisting with transitions between lessons and activities Supporting pupils during break times and lunch periods when required Recording observations and providing feedback to teaching staff and SEN leads Ensuring safeguarding procedures and school policies are followed at all times Working Pattern: Monday to Friday 8:30am 3:30pm Term-time only This role would suit someone who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and committed to making a positive impact on their education and wellbeing. Apply today to be considered for this rewarding opportunity starting in February 2026. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.
Feb 06, 2026
Full time
SEN Teaching Assistant Full Time Start Date: Monday 23rd February 2026 Hours: Monday Friday, 8:30am 3:30pm We are seeking a committed and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a school team from Monday 23rd February 2026. This is a full-time role, supporting pupils with additional needs and helping them access learning in a safe, structured, and nurturing environment. Key Requirements: Proven experience working with children (essential) Experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (desirable) Must be able to drive Must hold business-use car insurance Calm, patient, and resilient approach Ability to follow individual education plans and behaviour strategies Daily Responsibilities Will Include: Providing 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEN Supporting learning activities under the direction of the class teacher Assisting pupils to stay focused, engaged, and motivated throughout the school day Implementing strategies outlined in EHCPs, IEPs, and behaviour support plans Supporting pupils with emotional regulation and social interaction Encouraging independence and positive behaviour Assisting with transitions between lessons and activities Supporting pupils during break times and lunch periods when required Recording observations and providing feedback to teaching staff and SEN leads Ensuring safeguarding procedures and school policies are followed at all times Working Pattern: Monday to Friday 8:30am 3:30pm Term-time only This role would suit someone who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and committed to making a positive impact on their education and wellbeing. Apply today to be considered for this rewarding opportunity starting in February 2026. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.
Embark on a Rewarding Career as a Full-Time SEN Teaching Assistant in Gravesend Are you an aspiring educator with a strong desire to make a profound difference in the lives of children with special educational needs (SEN)? If so, our client, a leading educational institution in Gravesend, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Full-Time SEN Teaching Assistant to join their dynamic team. In this engaging role, you will have the opportunity to work alongside a team of talented and compassionate professionals, dedicated to providing exceptional support and learning experiences for students with a wide range of SEN, including autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and more. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve assisting the class teacher in delivering tailored lessons, implementing individualised behaviour management strategies, and ensuring a nurturing and inclusive environment where each student can thrive. As a SEN Teaching Assistant , you will be a vital part of the educational process, working closely with the class teacher to understand the unique needs of each student and develop strategies to help them achieve their full potential. Your keen observation skills, patience, and ability to adapt to changing situations will be essential in this role, as you strive to provide the highest level of support and care. This position, offering a competitive daily rate of £90, is located in Gravesend, a vibrant and diverse community that values the importance of inclusive education. If you are passionate about making a lasting impact on the lives of young people with special educational needs, this is an exceptional opportunity to embark on a rewarding and fulfilling career. To be considered for this role, you will need to possess a strong academic background, with a relevant degree or equivalent qualification. Experience working with SEN students in an educational setting is highly desirable, as is a genuine understanding of the challenges and joys that come with this rewarding field. In addition to your exceptional teaching and support skills, you should be an excellent communicator, able to build positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues. A keen eye for detail, a patient and nurturing approach, and a willingness to adapt to the ever-changing needs of your students are also essential qualities. This job is being advertised on Senploy - the UK's favourite education and SEND job board. If you believe you have the necessary skills and experience to thrive in this role, we encourage you to submit your CV for consideration. Our client is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace, and they welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Don't miss this chance to make a tangible difference in the lives of children with special educational needs. Apply now and embark on a rewarding career as a Full-Time SEN Teaching Assistant in Gravesend.
Feb 06, 2026
Full time
Embark on a Rewarding Career as a Full-Time SEN Teaching Assistant in Gravesend Are you an aspiring educator with a strong desire to make a profound difference in the lives of children with special educational needs (SEN)? If so, our client, a leading educational institution in Gravesend, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Full-Time SEN Teaching Assistant to join their dynamic team. In this engaging role, you will have the opportunity to work alongside a team of talented and compassionate professionals, dedicated to providing exceptional support and learning experiences for students with a wide range of SEN, including autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and more. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve assisting the class teacher in delivering tailored lessons, implementing individualised behaviour management strategies, and ensuring a nurturing and inclusive environment where each student can thrive. As a SEN Teaching Assistant , you will be a vital part of the educational process, working closely with the class teacher to understand the unique needs of each student and develop strategies to help them achieve their full potential. Your keen observation skills, patience, and ability to adapt to changing situations will be essential in this role, as you strive to provide the highest level of support and care. This position, offering a competitive daily rate of £90, is located in Gravesend, a vibrant and diverse community that values the importance of inclusive education. If you are passionate about making a lasting impact on the lives of young people with special educational needs, this is an exceptional opportunity to embark on a rewarding and fulfilling career. To be considered for this role, you will need to possess a strong academic background, with a relevant degree or equivalent qualification. Experience working with SEN students in an educational setting is highly desirable, as is a genuine understanding of the challenges and joys that come with this rewarding field. In addition to your exceptional teaching and support skills, you should be an excellent communicator, able to build positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues. A keen eye for detail, a patient and nurturing approach, and a willingness to adapt to the ever-changing needs of your students are also essential qualities. This job is being advertised on Senploy - the UK's favourite education and SEND job board. If you believe you have the necessary skills and experience to thrive in this role, we encourage you to submit your CV for consideration. Our client is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace, and they welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Don't miss this chance to make a tangible difference in the lives of children with special educational needs. Apply now and embark on a rewarding career as a Full-Time SEN Teaching Assistant in Gravesend.
Trainee Education Recruitment Consultant Prospero Teaching Prospero Teaching is a leading recruitment agency within the education sector, renowned for connecting talented educators with outstanding schools and educational institutions. Due to continued growth, we are looking for a motivated and ambitious Trainee Education Recruitment Consultant to join our successful and supportive team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to begin or transition into a rewarding career in recruitment. If you are driven, people-focused, and eager to learn in a fast-paced and target-driven environment, we want to hear from you. Role Overview As a Trainee Education Recruitment Consultant, you will receive structured training and ongoing support to develop the skills needed to manage the recruitment process for teachers and support staff. You will learn how to build client relationships, source and interview candidates, and support schools with their staffing needs. This role offers clear progression opportunities into a fully-fledged Recruitment Consultant position. Key Responsibilities Candidate Attraction & Support Source and engage potential candidates including teachers and teaching assistants. Advertise roles using job boards, social media, and networking platforms. Screen and interview candidates to understand their experience, skills, and career goals. Support candidates throughout the recruitment process. Client Support Assist senior consultants in building and maintaining relationships with schools and educational institutions. Learn how to understand client staffing requirements and provide suitable candidate recommendations. Support the coordination of interviews and placements. Business Development Learn business development techniques including lead generation and client outreach. Support senior team members in identifying new business opportunities. Work towards achieving individual and team performance targets. Compliance & Administration Assist in ensuring candidates meet safeguarding and compliance requirements. Maintain accurate candidate and client records within internal systems. Support general recruitment administration duties. Training & Development Participate in structured training programmes covering recruitment, sales, compliance, and education sector knowledge. Work closely with experienced consultants and management to develop recruitment expertise. About You Ambitious, motivated, and eager to build a long-term career in recruitment. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Confident speaking to new people and building relationships. Highly organised with good attention to detail. Resilient, target-driven, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Passionate about making a positive impact within education. Previous sales, customer service, or education experience is beneficial but not essential. What We Offer Salary & Commission Competitive basic salary. Uncapped commission structure with earning potential of up to 22%. Working Hours Term Time: 07:00am - 17:30pm School Holidays: Reduced working hours to support work-life balance. Training & Career Progression Comprehensive onboarding and structured training programme. Clear progression pathway into Recruitment Consultant and Senior Consultant roles. Ongoing mentoring and professional development. Additional Benefits Supportive and collaborative team environment. Regular incentives, rewards, and social events. INT-IND
Feb 06, 2026
Full time
Trainee Education Recruitment Consultant Prospero Teaching Prospero Teaching is a leading recruitment agency within the education sector, renowned for connecting talented educators with outstanding schools and educational institutions. Due to continued growth, we are looking for a motivated and ambitious Trainee Education Recruitment Consultant to join our successful and supportive team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to begin or transition into a rewarding career in recruitment. If you are driven, people-focused, and eager to learn in a fast-paced and target-driven environment, we want to hear from you. Role Overview As a Trainee Education Recruitment Consultant, you will receive structured training and ongoing support to develop the skills needed to manage the recruitment process for teachers and support staff. You will learn how to build client relationships, source and interview candidates, and support schools with their staffing needs. This role offers clear progression opportunities into a fully-fledged Recruitment Consultant position. Key Responsibilities Candidate Attraction & Support Source and engage potential candidates including teachers and teaching assistants. Advertise roles using job boards, social media, and networking platforms. Screen and interview candidates to understand their experience, skills, and career goals. Support candidates throughout the recruitment process. Client Support Assist senior consultants in building and maintaining relationships with schools and educational institutions. Learn how to understand client staffing requirements and provide suitable candidate recommendations. Support the coordination of interviews and placements. Business Development Learn business development techniques including lead generation and client outreach. Support senior team members in identifying new business opportunities. Work towards achieving individual and team performance targets. Compliance & Administration Assist in ensuring candidates meet safeguarding and compliance requirements. Maintain accurate candidate and client records within internal systems. Support general recruitment administration duties. Training & Development Participate in structured training programmes covering recruitment, sales, compliance, and education sector knowledge. Work closely with experienced consultants and management to develop recruitment expertise. About You Ambitious, motivated, and eager to build a long-term career in recruitment. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Confident speaking to new people and building relationships. Highly organised with good attention to detail. Resilient, target-driven, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Passionate about making a positive impact within education. Previous sales, customer service, or education experience is beneficial but not essential. What We Offer Salary & Commission Competitive basic salary. Uncapped commission structure with earning potential of up to 22%. Working Hours Term Time: 07:00am - 17:30pm School Holidays: Reduced working hours to support work-life balance. Training & Career Progression Comprehensive onboarding and structured training programme. Clear progression pathway into Recruitment Consultant and Senior Consultant roles. Ongoing mentoring and professional development. Additional Benefits Supportive and collaborative team environment. Regular incentives, rewards, and social events. INT-IND
We are recruiting for Behaviour Support Workers to support in mainstream and specialist settings across the City of Leeds. You will work alongside the class teachers and supporting the relevant teams under the guidance of the senior staff. You will be responsible for working with individual pupils and small groups and supporting with their learning and supporting with SEMH and working towards rein click apply for full job details
Feb 06, 2026
Contractor
We are recruiting for Behaviour Support Workers to support in mainstream and specialist settings across the City of Leeds. You will work alongside the class teachers and supporting the relevant teams under the guidance of the senior staff. You will be responsible for working with individual pupils and small groups and supporting with their learning and supporting with SEMH and working towards rein click apply for full job details
SEND Provision Teacher Hackney Primary School, Autism Provision Long Term/Temp2Perm Spring Term 2 (May 2026) £40,000 - £60,000 per annum or daily PAYE rates About the School Parker Smith Inclusion are supporting a diverse, inclusive primary school committed to ensuring that all pupils, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), excel and thrive in every aspect of school life. They champion progress, tailored support, and high expectations through a curriculum that meets the needs of all learners. The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced, passionate SEND Provision Teacher who has a strong track record in special school settings or equivalent specialist SEND roles. The successful candidate will lead and develop high-quality SEND provision, ensuring that the individual needs of pupils are met effectively and consistently. This role is ideal for a teacher who: Has significant experience working with children with a range of SEND, including specialist needs and profiles. Can plan, deliver and evaluate targeted SEND interventions that accelerate pupil progress. Is confident in leading and managing teams of Teaching Assistants and support staff, ensuring high-quality provision across the school. Has a strong understanding of the special educational interventions and modified learning that supports SEND learners. Is committed to building positive relationships with pupils, families, and multi-agency partners. Key Responsibilities Lead the design and delivery of high-impact SEND interventions tailored to individual pupil needs. Manage and develop teaching assistants and support staff, providing coaching, direction, and performance feedback. Work collaboratively with senior leadership, SENCOs, and classroom teachers to ensure coherence and quality of provision. Monitor pupil progress and use data to drive strategic planning and intervention. Ensure that SEND pupils have access to a broad, balanced curriculum in a supportive and inclusive learning environment. Engage with parents, carers, and external partners to support holistic pupil development. We re looking for a candidate who: Has proven experience in SEND and/or special school settings Has strong skills in SEND assessments and intervention planning Is proactive, reflective, and solutions-focused Has excellent communication and leadership skills Demonstrates a commitment to promoting inclusion and high standards of teaching and learning If you're interested in this role or would like to find out more information then please apply or call or email >
Feb 06, 2026
Full time
SEND Provision Teacher Hackney Primary School, Autism Provision Long Term/Temp2Perm Spring Term 2 (May 2026) £40,000 - £60,000 per annum or daily PAYE rates About the School Parker Smith Inclusion are supporting a diverse, inclusive primary school committed to ensuring that all pupils, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), excel and thrive in every aspect of school life. They champion progress, tailored support, and high expectations through a curriculum that meets the needs of all learners. The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced, passionate SEND Provision Teacher who has a strong track record in special school settings or equivalent specialist SEND roles. The successful candidate will lead and develop high-quality SEND provision, ensuring that the individual needs of pupils are met effectively and consistently. This role is ideal for a teacher who: Has significant experience working with children with a range of SEND, including specialist needs and profiles. Can plan, deliver and evaluate targeted SEND interventions that accelerate pupil progress. Is confident in leading and managing teams of Teaching Assistants and support staff, ensuring high-quality provision across the school. Has a strong understanding of the special educational interventions and modified learning that supports SEND learners. Is committed to building positive relationships with pupils, families, and multi-agency partners. Key Responsibilities Lead the design and delivery of high-impact SEND interventions tailored to individual pupil needs. Manage and develop teaching assistants and support staff, providing coaching, direction, and performance feedback. Work collaboratively with senior leadership, SENCOs, and classroom teachers to ensure coherence and quality of provision. Monitor pupil progress and use data to drive strategic planning and intervention. Ensure that SEND pupils have access to a broad, balanced curriculum in a supportive and inclusive learning environment. Engage with parents, carers, and external partners to support holistic pupil development. We re looking for a candidate who: Has proven experience in SEND and/or special school settings Has strong skills in SEND assessments and intervention planning Is proactive, reflective, and solutions-focused Has excellent communication and leadership skills Demonstrates a commitment to promoting inclusion and high standards of teaching and learning If you're interested in this role or would like to find out more information then please apply or call or email >
Occupational Therapy Assistant - Residential Children's Home, WisbechShift Pattern: 8:00 AM - 8:30 PM Pay: £13.31 per hour Are you a motivated, compassionate individual with a keen interest in occupational therapy? Do you want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people with complex needs? If so, we invite you to join our dedicated therapeutic team at our residential children's home in Wisbech About the Role We are seeking an enthusiastic and proactive Occupational Therapy Assistant to support the delivery of effective, evidence-based, person-centred interventions within our specialist residential setting. You will be working with a diverse group of children and young people who may have diagnoses including mental health conditions, personality disorders, learning disabilities, and Autism Spectrum Disorders-all requiring inpatient care and support. Shift Pattern:This role operates on a full-day shift basis, from 8:00 AM to 8:30 PM, offering a consistent and structured working pattern within a supportive team environment. Key Responsibilities: Support qualified Occupational Therapists in delivering both 1:1 and group-based therapeutic interventions. Contribute to the assessment and understanding of each student's occupational performance, identity, and rehabilitation needs. Promote mental health, independence, and engagement in daily activities through structured interventions. Assist in assessing functional skills and sensory needs to inform tailored therapy plans. Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records, and contribute to clinical discussions within multidisciplinary and teaching teams. Help implement and review personalised intervention programmes that foster learning, social interaction, and meaningful participation. Embed therapeutic approaches throughout students' daily routines, both at home and in the school environment. What We're Looking For: A creative, self-motivated individual with strong communication and organisational skills. Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Passion for supporting children and young people with complex needs. An interest or background in mental health, occupational therapy, or special education is highly desirable. Experience working in a residential or care setting is an advantage. Why Join Us? You'll be part of a committed and dynamic therapeutic team in our residential children's home in Newmarket, helping young people develop essential life skills and confidence. With regular supervision and ongoing professional development, this role is ideal for those considering a career in occupational therapy or a related field. Safeguarding Commitment We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check prior to appointment.
Feb 06, 2026
Full time
Occupational Therapy Assistant - Residential Children's Home, WisbechShift Pattern: 8:00 AM - 8:30 PM Pay: £13.31 per hour Are you a motivated, compassionate individual with a keen interest in occupational therapy? Do you want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people with complex needs? If so, we invite you to join our dedicated therapeutic team at our residential children's home in Wisbech About the Role We are seeking an enthusiastic and proactive Occupational Therapy Assistant to support the delivery of effective, evidence-based, person-centred interventions within our specialist residential setting. You will be working with a diverse group of children and young people who may have diagnoses including mental health conditions, personality disorders, learning disabilities, and Autism Spectrum Disorders-all requiring inpatient care and support. Shift Pattern:This role operates on a full-day shift basis, from 8:00 AM to 8:30 PM, offering a consistent and structured working pattern within a supportive team environment. Key Responsibilities: Support qualified Occupational Therapists in delivering both 1:1 and group-based therapeutic interventions. Contribute to the assessment and understanding of each student's occupational performance, identity, and rehabilitation needs. Promote mental health, independence, and engagement in daily activities through structured interventions. Assist in assessing functional skills and sensory needs to inform tailored therapy plans. Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records, and contribute to clinical discussions within multidisciplinary and teaching teams. Help implement and review personalised intervention programmes that foster learning, social interaction, and meaningful participation. Embed therapeutic approaches throughout students' daily routines, both at home and in the school environment. What We're Looking For: A creative, self-motivated individual with strong communication and organisational skills. Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Passion for supporting children and young people with complex needs. An interest or background in mental health, occupational therapy, or special education is highly desirable. Experience working in a residential or care setting is an advantage. Why Join Us? You'll be part of a committed and dynamic therapeutic team in our residential children's home in Newmarket, helping young people develop essential life skills and confidence. With regular supervision and ongoing professional development, this role is ideal for those considering a career in occupational therapy or a related field. Safeguarding Commitment We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check prior to appointment.
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Wolverhampton, Staffordshire
Overview St Bartholomew's CE Multi Academy Trust Head of School at St Benedict Biscop CE Primary School, Wombourne (SBMAT352) Location: School Road, Wombourne, South Staffordshire, WV5 9DZ REQUIRED SEPTEMBER 2026 Salary Range L11 - L17 (£66,368 - £76,772) Due to the retirement of the current Headteacher, the Trustees of St. Bartholomew's CE Multi-Academy Trust are seeking to appoint an inspirational, values-driven and child-centred Head of School, who will lead St Benedict Biscop CE Primary School on the next stage of their journey. St Benedict Biscop Church of England Primary School is a successful and happy one-form entry primary school serving approximately 199 pupils aged 3-11 in the South Staffordshire village of Wombourne. Outcomes are significantly above national figures. St. Benedict Biscop CE Primary School was graded as Good in their March 2023 Ofsted inspection, with Outstanding judgements for Behaviour and Attitudes, Personal Development, Leadership and Management, and Early Years Provision. The successful candidate will work closely with the local governing board and lead the staff team to build upon and enhance the school's successes, so that all staff and children continue to thrive and flourish. You will be part of our child-centred team who are committed to the highest standards being achieved by all individuals within our schools. For more information about the school and Trust please see supporting documents. Requirements / Qualifications We are seeking a child-centred leader with: a track record of raising standards and improving outcomes for all pupils, as a direct result of their leadership contribution and support (at Assistant or Deputy Headteacher level); the proven ability to ensure that standards of teaching, learning and progress are consistently exceptional; a commitment to championing inclusion, ensuring the needs of all learners are met with ambition, precision and compassion; proactive and inspirational leadership who will sustain excellence, demonstrating the highest standards in curriculum leadership, staff development, governance, safeguarding, inclusion, and the quality of education across all areas; the ability to inspire and develop staff to be exceptional practitioners; a commitment to nurturing the whole child - academically, socially, emotionally and spiritually; demonstrates strategic thinking combined with strong operational management skills; a proven, continual desire to improve their own leadership practice and respond with enthusiasm to developmental support; high expectations for the achievement and success of every child and member of staff; the proven ability to support, lead and inspire colleagues by example the ability to develop positive, collaborative relationships with all stakeholders; a commitment to upholding the Christian distinctiveness of the school and Trust. Please reference the person specification criteria, and where possible cite personal examples, in your application. We can offer you: well-behaved, delightful, happy and enthusiastic pupils with a love for learning; a high performing school with an engaged, skilled and dedicated staff team; supportive governors and Trust leaders, who want the very best for the school's children, staff and parents; excellent parental support and engagement; access to Trust-wide professional development, collaboration and support networks; exceptional Trust-wide support; opportunities to contribute to Trust initiatives and share best practice; wider, future promotional opportunities within St. Bartholomew's CE Multi-Academy Trust, and beyond. How to discuss the role To discuss the role further, or to arrange visits to the school, please contact Katy Kent (CEO) via email at telephone: , or Frazer Smith (Deputy Director of Education) via email at . Visits to the school are warmly encouraged. Application details Closing date for applications: Monday 23 February 2026, at 9.00 am To apply: Please complete the application form and equality and diversity recruitment monitoring form and submit to quoting reference SBMAT352 in the subject line of your email. Further information is available at St Bartholomew's CE Multi Academy Trust 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 subject to necessary pre-employment checks, including: an enhanced DBS, Prohibition List, Barred List, Childcare Disqualification (where applicable); qualifications (where applicable); medical fitness; identity and right to work. All applicants will be required to provide two suitable professional references. It is an offence to apply if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. For further information, please refer to the Trust's policy on ex-offenders. Safeguarding and Child Protection Policies for all schools within St Bartholomew's CE Multi Academy Trust are available on the respective schools' websites. Links to all of our schools are available from the homepage. With effect from September 2022 and in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, shortlisted candidates may have their publicly available social media profiles (where applicable) checked by the Trust for posts going back up to 5 years and those candidates will therefore be expected to provide their social media handles/platforms if shortlisted.
Feb 06, 2026
Full time
Overview St Bartholomew's CE Multi Academy Trust Head of School at St Benedict Biscop CE Primary School, Wombourne (SBMAT352) Location: School Road, Wombourne, South Staffordshire, WV5 9DZ REQUIRED SEPTEMBER 2026 Salary Range L11 - L17 (£66,368 - £76,772) Due to the retirement of the current Headteacher, the Trustees of St. Bartholomew's CE Multi-Academy Trust are seeking to appoint an inspirational, values-driven and child-centred Head of School, who will lead St Benedict Biscop CE Primary School on the next stage of their journey. St Benedict Biscop Church of England Primary School is a successful and happy one-form entry primary school serving approximately 199 pupils aged 3-11 in the South Staffordshire village of Wombourne. Outcomes are significantly above national figures. St. Benedict Biscop CE Primary School was graded as Good in their March 2023 Ofsted inspection, with Outstanding judgements for Behaviour and Attitudes, Personal Development, Leadership and Management, and Early Years Provision. The successful candidate will work closely with the local governing board and lead the staff team to build upon and enhance the school's successes, so that all staff and children continue to thrive and flourish. You will be part of our child-centred team who are committed to the highest standards being achieved by all individuals within our schools. For more information about the school and Trust please see supporting documents. Requirements / Qualifications We are seeking a child-centred leader with: a track record of raising standards and improving outcomes for all pupils, as a direct result of their leadership contribution and support (at Assistant or Deputy Headteacher level); the proven ability to ensure that standards of teaching, learning and progress are consistently exceptional; a commitment to championing inclusion, ensuring the needs of all learners are met with ambition, precision and compassion; proactive and inspirational leadership who will sustain excellence, demonstrating the highest standards in curriculum leadership, staff development, governance, safeguarding, inclusion, and the quality of education across all areas; the ability to inspire and develop staff to be exceptional practitioners; a commitment to nurturing the whole child - academically, socially, emotionally and spiritually; demonstrates strategic thinking combined with strong operational management skills; a proven, continual desire to improve their own leadership practice and respond with enthusiasm to developmental support; high expectations for the achievement and success of every child and member of staff; the proven ability to support, lead and inspire colleagues by example the ability to develop positive, collaborative relationships with all stakeholders; a commitment to upholding the Christian distinctiveness of the school and Trust. Please reference the person specification criteria, and where possible cite personal examples, in your application. We can offer you: well-behaved, delightful, happy and enthusiastic pupils with a love for learning; a high performing school with an engaged, skilled and dedicated staff team; supportive governors and Trust leaders, who want the very best for the school's children, staff and parents; excellent parental support and engagement; access to Trust-wide professional development, collaboration and support networks; exceptional Trust-wide support; opportunities to contribute to Trust initiatives and share best practice; wider, future promotional opportunities within St. Bartholomew's CE Multi-Academy Trust, and beyond. How to discuss the role To discuss the role further, or to arrange visits to the school, please contact Katy Kent (CEO) via email at telephone: , or Frazer Smith (Deputy Director of Education) via email at . Visits to the school are warmly encouraged. Application details Closing date for applications: Monday 23 February 2026, at 9.00 am To apply: Please complete the application form and equality and diversity recruitment monitoring form and submit to quoting reference SBMAT352 in the subject line of your email. Further information is available at St Bartholomew's CE Multi Academy Trust 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 subject to necessary pre-employment checks, including: an enhanced DBS, Prohibition List, Barred List, Childcare Disqualification (where applicable); qualifications (where applicable); medical fitness; identity and right to work. All applicants will be required to provide two suitable professional references. It is an offence to apply if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. For further information, please refer to the Trust's policy on ex-offenders. Safeguarding and Child Protection Policies for all schools within St Bartholomew's CE Multi Academy Trust are available on the respective schools' websites. Links to all of our schools are available from the homepage. With effect from September 2022 and in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, shortlisted candidates may have their publicly available social media profiles (where applicable) checked by the Trust for posts going back up to 5 years and those candidates will therefore be expected to provide their social media handles/platforms if shortlisted.
About Us Join our success: Judged 'Outstanding' in all categories by Ofsted (Feb 2023), more information here: Progress 8 scores of +1.10 & +0.91 in our first two sets of GCSE results (2023 and 2024) Hugely oversubscribed in both Year 7 and Year 12, the 'Comprehensive of Choice' in a borough with several grammar schools. We believe that a happy and settled staff body helps drive the very best performance from our students. We are committed to a high-quality professional development programme and can draw on expertise from across the Harris Federation. As a HASU member of staff at any level you will receive the training and support that you need to carry out your role effectively and develop at a pace that suits you. We are committed to ensuring that our staff have the right level of balance between work and home life. Our policies and procedures are aimed at allowing our teaching staff to spend as much time as possible planning and delivering lessons. We work in an award-winning building with excellent facilities. We run a broad and diverse curriculum to a fully comprehensive intake of students. Our focus on the core value of Integrity means that our behaviour is excellent, with staff supported by a strong and highly visible Academy Leadership Group. Detentions are run centrally, allowing teaching staff to do what they do best: plan and teach amazing lessons. Attendance and engagement with learning is high, and centrally planned tutor time resources ensure that our tutors can engage with students whilst delivering high-quality experiences. We are located in Sutton, with good public transport and road links. Central London (Clapham, Victoria) is 25 minutes away. Belmont station is just an 8-minute walk and Sutton station a 12-minute walk. We are on the Surrey border so journeys do not take long in fact journeys from Kent only take just over 30 minutes by car. We have safe and secure onsite parking with electric charging points. Other benefits of working for us Regular dialogue about workload and how to manage it effectively Protected time for examiners Internal promotion and progression opportunities Staff CPD breakfasts Harris subject networks Clear communication and manageable deadlines High-quality staff induction programme Regular recognition and celebration of staff excellence Free on-site parking Exemplary student behaviour All SLT teach Fully centralised behaviour system including rapid and effective support with any student behavioural issues Summary Harris Academy Sutton is looking for a Teaching Assistant to support individuals and groups of students to enable access to learning, contributing to the development and maintenance of a purposeful, nurturing learning environment. The actual salary for this role will be £24,060.29-£24,403.33 (38 weeks per year, 37.5 hours per week). CLICK HERE FOR A FULL JOB DESCRIPTION AND PERSON SPECIFICATION. Main Areas of Responsibility Your responsibilities will include: Supervising and supporting identified students, in 1:1, group or whole class situations, ensuring their safety and access to learning Assisting in the development of appropriate resources, schemes of work and teaching strategies, working with the teacher to ensure the provision supports each identified student's learning needs Assisting in evaluating identified students' progress through agreed assessment activities Providing detailed and regular feedback to teachers on students' achievement, progress and needs Leading small group sessions and interventions as appropriate Attending to the students' personal needs where required Supporting with behaviour management, using appropriate strategies in line with academy policy Contributing to creating a purposeful and supportive learning environment Undertaking structured and agreed learning activities/teaching programmes as appropriate, adjusting activities to ensure achievement of learning goals Qualifications & Experience We would like to hear from you if you have: Qualifications to degree level or equivalent Some knowledge of strategies in working with young people with challenging behaviours Knowledge of some of the social issues facing students from disadvantaged backgrounds Awareness of Health and Safety issues in the workplace. Experience of working directly with young people in an education or training environment, supporting the learning of students. Experience of establishing and maintaining positive working relationships with a range of stakeholders, at all levels. Experience of managing and being responsible for own workload. For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack. Professional Development & Benefits Our people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level. In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website. Safeguarding Notice The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed. Equal Opportunities The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment. Next Steps If you have any questions about this opportunity, please send us an email, or call to arrange a conversation. Before applying, please download the Job Pack for full details on the job responsibilities and person specification. This will be helpful for you when completing your application, and throughout the recruitment process. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we may interview and offer to a candidate before the closing date. Please note that we only accept applications submitted before the closing date via our careers website.
Feb 06, 2026
Full time
About Us Join our success: Judged 'Outstanding' in all categories by Ofsted (Feb 2023), more information here: Progress 8 scores of +1.10 & +0.91 in our first two sets of GCSE results (2023 and 2024) Hugely oversubscribed in both Year 7 and Year 12, the 'Comprehensive of Choice' in a borough with several grammar schools. We believe that a happy and settled staff body helps drive the very best performance from our students. We are committed to a high-quality professional development programme and can draw on expertise from across the Harris Federation. As a HASU member of staff at any level you will receive the training and support that you need to carry out your role effectively and develop at a pace that suits you. We are committed to ensuring that our staff have the right level of balance between work and home life. Our policies and procedures are aimed at allowing our teaching staff to spend as much time as possible planning and delivering lessons. We work in an award-winning building with excellent facilities. We run a broad and diverse curriculum to a fully comprehensive intake of students. Our focus on the core value of Integrity means that our behaviour is excellent, with staff supported by a strong and highly visible Academy Leadership Group. Detentions are run centrally, allowing teaching staff to do what they do best: plan and teach amazing lessons. Attendance and engagement with learning is high, and centrally planned tutor time resources ensure that our tutors can engage with students whilst delivering high-quality experiences. We are located in Sutton, with good public transport and road links. Central London (Clapham, Victoria) is 25 minutes away. Belmont station is just an 8-minute walk and Sutton station a 12-minute walk. We are on the Surrey border so journeys do not take long in fact journeys from Kent only take just over 30 minutes by car. We have safe and secure onsite parking with electric charging points. Other benefits of working for us Regular dialogue about workload and how to manage it effectively Protected time for examiners Internal promotion and progression opportunities Staff CPD breakfasts Harris subject networks Clear communication and manageable deadlines High-quality staff induction programme Regular recognition and celebration of staff excellence Free on-site parking Exemplary student behaviour All SLT teach Fully centralised behaviour system including rapid and effective support with any student behavioural issues Summary Harris Academy Sutton is looking for a Teaching Assistant to support individuals and groups of students to enable access to learning, contributing to the development and maintenance of a purposeful, nurturing learning environment. The actual salary for this role will be £24,060.29-£24,403.33 (38 weeks per year, 37.5 hours per week). CLICK HERE FOR A FULL JOB DESCRIPTION AND PERSON SPECIFICATION. Main Areas of Responsibility Your responsibilities will include: Supervising and supporting identified students, in 1:1, group or whole class situations, ensuring their safety and access to learning Assisting in the development of appropriate resources, schemes of work and teaching strategies, working with the teacher to ensure the provision supports each identified student's learning needs Assisting in evaluating identified students' progress through agreed assessment activities Providing detailed and regular feedback to teachers on students' achievement, progress and needs Leading small group sessions and interventions as appropriate Attending to the students' personal needs where required Supporting with behaviour management, using appropriate strategies in line with academy policy Contributing to creating a purposeful and supportive learning environment Undertaking structured and agreed learning activities/teaching programmes as appropriate, adjusting activities to ensure achievement of learning goals Qualifications & Experience We would like to hear from you if you have: Qualifications to degree level or equivalent Some knowledge of strategies in working with young people with challenging behaviours Knowledge of some of the social issues facing students from disadvantaged backgrounds Awareness of Health and Safety issues in the workplace. Experience of working directly with young people in an education or training environment, supporting the learning of students. Experience of establishing and maintaining positive working relationships with a range of stakeholders, at all levels. Experience of managing and being responsible for own workload. For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack. Professional Development & Benefits Our people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level. In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website. Safeguarding Notice The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed. Equal Opportunities The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment. Next Steps If you have any questions about this opportunity, please send us an email, or call to arrange a conversation. Before applying, please download the Job Pack for full details on the job responsibilities and person specification. This will be helpful for you when completing your application, and throughout the recruitment process. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we may interview and offer to a candidate before the closing date. Please note that we only accept applications submitted before the closing date via our careers website.
If you would like to join a developing Management team at a GP surgery who values both our staff team and our patients this is the role for you. As general practice develops, the way we deliver healthcare changes, we need to ensure that we adapt to this as a practice by teaching and supporting our team of staff. The Reception/Administration Manager is a pivotal part of that development. The Reception/Administration Manager will be responsible for the efficient management and direction of the administration team,ensuring all administrative duties are performed effectively and to the required standard,meeting the objectives of the practice. They will support the management team in promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion, Safety, Health, Environment and Fire, quality and continuousimprovement, confidentiality, collaborative working, service delivery, and learning anddevelopment, and ensure the organisation complies with CQC regulations. The Reception/Administration Manager will need to provide support towards the maximisation of both enhanced services and QOFachievements, reporting to the Partners and Practice Manager.The post-holder will be an integral part of the general practice team. They will be part of the Management team comprising of three GP Partners, the Practice Manager, Quality Lead and Senior Secretary. It is an exciting time at the practice as we are currently extending our clinical space bringing new opportunities for the way we work. Main duties of the job As our Reception/Administration staff are instrumental in the quality service we provide to our patients the Reception/Administration Manager will be required to be their guidance and support. They will be required to carry out all elements of line management, including one to one meetings, sickness management, training and development, appraisal and performance management. We carry out regular one to one meetings with all of our staff in order to provide support, help develop knowledge and skills and more importantly providing a positive working environment. The Reception/Administration Manager will need to have experience working with EMIS Web, this will ensure support and training can be provided to the team. The management of our appointment books on EMIS will also be a requirement of the role, ensuring that adequate clinical cover is provided on a daily basis with the ability to manage capacity at times of escalation. We receive regular positive feedback from our patients, this being something that we are proud of, the Reception/Administration Manager will ensure that our standards remain high and patients continue to feel valued and receive accurate information and guidance from our team. If the expected standards are not achieved and patients express a concern the Reception/Administration Manager will be required to deal directly with the patient in order to resolve or escalate any concerns. Interviews will be held on Wednesday 25.02.26 and Thursday 26.02.26 About us Fell Cottage surgery is located in the heart of Low Fell inGateshead, our surgery is a listed building which was once a residentialproperty. We currently have 9,514 patients registered at our surgery. We are lucky to led by three GPpartners and five salaried GPs in surgery and supported by a great nursing teamconsisting of one Senior Practice Nurse, one Practice Nurse and two Health CareAssistants. We are a training practice supportingGP trainees, Foundation Doctors, Medical Students, Pharmacy Students and a TrainingNurse Associate. Our Admin team of ten are supported currently by our PracticeSecretary. Our surgery also benefits from a small quality team directed by our QualityLead supporting our two Care Co-ordinators who work directly with ourpatients. We have a family feel whilst striving to deliver the best healthcareto our patients. Fell CottageSurgery work in collaboration with our GP Practices in the Gateshead CentralSouth Primary Care Network. Working as part of a Primary Care Network providesthe benefit of having an extended practice team of Additional Role Staff whichincludes our Pharmacists, Counsellors, Mental Health Practitioners, SocialPrescribers, Midwife and Health Visitors. At Fell Cottage Surgery we are supporting the People Promise pilot for Primary Care in Gateshead, using the model to help improve workforce experience, reduce sickness and improve retention. Our accreditation is due soon. Job responsibilities The Reception/Administration Manager's job description is attached, although the primary key responsibilities are listed there may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks. This will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels. Person Specification Qualifications A good standard of education, with an expectation of having both GCSE Maths and English at Grade C or above, or Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English AMSPAR qualification (L3 in Medical Administration) NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care Skills Excellent communication skills (written and oral) Competent in the use of MS Office and Outlook Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required Ability to use own initiative, discretion, and sensitivity Ability to work as a team member and autonomously Ability to exploit and negotiate opportunities to enhance service delivery Strategic thinker with a solutions-focused approach Skills Effective time management (planning and organising) Good organisational skills Ability to effectively utilise resources Ability to use initiative and judgement Ability to drive and deliver change effectively Ability to network and build relationships Experience Experience of working with the general public Experience of administrative duties Experience of working in a healthcare setting Experience of using EMIS web Experience of health and safety requirements and needs within a small business Experience of chairing meetings, and producing agendas and minutes Experience of successfully developing and implementing projects Qualities High levels of integrity and loyalty Ability to network and build relationships Flexible, cooperative and motivated Confident, assertive and resilient Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations Demonstrate personal accountability, emotional resilience and the ability to work well under pressure Ability to get along with people from all backgrounds and communities, respecting lifestyles and diversity Knowledge Ability to work to key policies and procedures Understanding of safeguarding adults and children Proven problem-solving and analytical skills People Management Experience of leading/managing a team Ability to motivate teams, enhance morale and maintain a positive working environment, including team-building sessions Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort Experience of performance management, including appraisal writing, staff development and disciplinary procedures Experience of providing appraisal writing and staff development Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. £31,049 a yearbased on a whole time equivalent
Feb 06, 2026
Full time
If you would like to join a developing Management team at a GP surgery who values both our staff team and our patients this is the role for you. As general practice develops, the way we deliver healthcare changes, we need to ensure that we adapt to this as a practice by teaching and supporting our team of staff. The Reception/Administration Manager is a pivotal part of that development. The Reception/Administration Manager will be responsible for the efficient management and direction of the administration team,ensuring all administrative duties are performed effectively and to the required standard,meeting the objectives of the practice. They will support the management team in promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion, Safety, Health, Environment and Fire, quality and continuousimprovement, confidentiality, collaborative working, service delivery, and learning anddevelopment, and ensure the organisation complies with CQC regulations. The Reception/Administration Manager will need to provide support towards the maximisation of both enhanced services and QOFachievements, reporting to the Partners and Practice Manager.The post-holder will be an integral part of the general practice team. They will be part of the Management team comprising of three GP Partners, the Practice Manager, Quality Lead and Senior Secretary. It is an exciting time at the practice as we are currently extending our clinical space bringing new opportunities for the way we work. Main duties of the job As our Reception/Administration staff are instrumental in the quality service we provide to our patients the Reception/Administration Manager will be required to be their guidance and support. They will be required to carry out all elements of line management, including one to one meetings, sickness management, training and development, appraisal and performance management. We carry out regular one to one meetings with all of our staff in order to provide support, help develop knowledge and skills and more importantly providing a positive working environment. The Reception/Administration Manager will need to have experience working with EMIS Web, this will ensure support and training can be provided to the team. The management of our appointment books on EMIS will also be a requirement of the role, ensuring that adequate clinical cover is provided on a daily basis with the ability to manage capacity at times of escalation. We receive regular positive feedback from our patients, this being something that we are proud of, the Reception/Administration Manager will ensure that our standards remain high and patients continue to feel valued and receive accurate information and guidance from our team. If the expected standards are not achieved and patients express a concern the Reception/Administration Manager will be required to deal directly with the patient in order to resolve or escalate any concerns. Interviews will be held on Wednesday 25.02.26 and Thursday 26.02.26 About us Fell Cottage surgery is located in the heart of Low Fell inGateshead, our surgery is a listed building which was once a residentialproperty. We currently have 9,514 patients registered at our surgery. We are lucky to led by three GPpartners and five salaried GPs in surgery and supported by a great nursing teamconsisting of one Senior Practice Nurse, one Practice Nurse and two Health CareAssistants. We are a training practice supportingGP trainees, Foundation Doctors, Medical Students, Pharmacy Students and a TrainingNurse Associate. Our Admin team of ten are supported currently by our PracticeSecretary. Our surgery also benefits from a small quality team directed by our QualityLead supporting our two Care Co-ordinators who work directly with ourpatients. We have a family feel whilst striving to deliver the best healthcareto our patients. Fell CottageSurgery work in collaboration with our GP Practices in the Gateshead CentralSouth Primary Care Network. Working as part of a Primary Care Network providesthe benefit of having an extended practice team of Additional Role Staff whichincludes our Pharmacists, Counsellors, Mental Health Practitioners, SocialPrescribers, Midwife and Health Visitors. At Fell Cottage Surgery we are supporting the People Promise pilot for Primary Care in Gateshead, using the model to help improve workforce experience, reduce sickness and improve retention. Our accreditation is due soon. Job responsibilities The Reception/Administration Manager's job description is attached, although the primary key responsibilities are listed there may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks. This will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels. Person Specification Qualifications A good standard of education, with an expectation of having both GCSE Maths and English at Grade C or above, or Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English AMSPAR qualification (L3 in Medical Administration) NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care Skills Excellent communication skills (written and oral) Competent in the use of MS Office and Outlook Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required Ability to use own initiative, discretion, and sensitivity Ability to work as a team member and autonomously Ability to exploit and negotiate opportunities to enhance service delivery Strategic thinker with a solutions-focused approach Skills Effective time management (planning and organising) Good organisational skills Ability to effectively utilise resources Ability to use initiative and judgement Ability to drive and deliver change effectively Ability to network and build relationships Experience Experience of working with the general public Experience of administrative duties Experience of working in a healthcare setting Experience of using EMIS web Experience of health and safety requirements and needs within a small business Experience of chairing meetings, and producing agendas and minutes Experience of successfully developing and implementing projects Qualities High levels of integrity and loyalty Ability to network and build relationships Flexible, cooperative and motivated Confident, assertive and resilient Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations Demonstrate personal accountability, emotional resilience and the ability to work well under pressure Ability to get along with people from all backgrounds and communities, respecting lifestyles and diversity Knowledge Ability to work to key policies and procedures Understanding of safeguarding adults and children Proven problem-solving and analytical skills People Management Experience of leading/managing a team Ability to motivate teams, enhance morale and maintain a positive working environment, including team-building sessions Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort Experience of performance management, including appraisal writing, staff development and disciplinary procedures Experience of providing appraisal writing and staff development Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. £31,049 a yearbased on a whole time equivalent
Psychology Graduate - Teaching Assistant ( SEN / SEMH ) East Kent Mon - Fri Are you a Psychology graduate looking to gain hands-on experience supporting children and young people with additional needs? We're working with specialist SEN and SEMH schools across East Kent who are seeking Psychology graduates to support pupils with autism, emotional and mental health needs, and behavioural challenges click apply for full job details
Feb 06, 2026
Full time
Psychology Graduate - Teaching Assistant ( SEN / SEMH ) East Kent Mon - Fri Are you a Psychology graduate looking to gain hands-on experience supporting children and young people with additional needs? We're working with specialist SEN and SEMH schools across East Kent who are seeking Psychology graduates to support pupils with autism, emotional and mental health needs, and behavioural challenges click apply for full job details
This role has a competitive starting salary of £34,162 per annum for 36 hours per week across 42 weeks per year (term time + 3 weeks of holiday working), pro-rata to £36, week equivalent. We're looking for a Speech and Language Therapist who is early in their career, eager to receive excellent support and supervision, and interested in working with school-aged children! Whether you're about to graduate in Speech and Language Therapy, or have recently achieved your NQP framework goals, this is the perfect opportunity to join a team that will support your journey to becoming an autonomous practitioner in specialist and mainstream schools across the Guildford and Waverley areas . The planned start-date for this position is 13th April 2026. Our Offer to You: We pay your RCSLT membership and HCPC fees! Flexible working around core school hours with mobile and agile working solutions Comprehensive clinical supervision programme including a buddy, 1:1 meetings with line manager (weekly for NQP's for the first 3 months moving to monthly over the first year, at your pace), extensive in house training programme and formal external training opportunities, access to clinical effectiveness groups, case study groups and an NQP / Band 5 group, termly study days, encouragement to join and attend CEN's relating to practice A mixed and varied caseload across settings and age groups Termly themed study days for the whole SALT team Enhanced support to take you through your competencies An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carers leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependants leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more About the Role Our large and friendly team of Speech & Language Therapists and Speech & Language Therapy Assistants work across mainstream and special schools in Surrey. We are part of Surrey's offer to support children with Additional Needs and Disabilities, working collaboratively with the Inclusion and Additional Needs Team and other areas like Educational Psychology and Specialist Teaching. Our tiered model supports universal, targeted and specialist intervention for children, families and the school workforce; making sure we deliver the right support at the right time to children and young people, with and without EHCPs. The role of a Speech and Language Therapist is varied and no two days will be the same, however you can expect to be involved with the following: Clinical decision making in conjunction with school staff and evidence-based practice, around the level of support needed to achieve the best possible outcome for the Children and Young People (CYP) on your defined caseload Working with Assistants, setting targets for the CYP you are jointly supporting and monitoring the delivery and outcomes of their work Assessment, advice and intervention for CYP with a range of SLCN within your caseload Prioritisation and caseload management Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: A degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or are about to obtain this) Registered with HCPC and RCSLT (or about to be) with eligibility to work in the UK Evidence of clinical knowledge and familiarity with a range of formal and informal assessments for school age CYP Evidence of experience and knowledge of a range of evidence-based intervention approaches Surrey has both urban and rural areas and candidates will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 3 questions: Do you have a degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or about to obtain one)? Are you registered with HCPC and RCSLT (or planning to be once you graduate)? (If you are in the process of registering, please give more detail). Which informal and formal speech and language assessments are you familiar with? Please tell us about your experience using them. We are a friendly team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about the work we do. If you feel like this could be the place to kick start your career or further develop your therapy skills and knowledge, please do get in touch. This advert closes at 23:59 on Sunday 15th February 2026 with interviews to follow. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
Feb 06, 2026
Full time
This role has a competitive starting salary of £34,162 per annum for 36 hours per week across 42 weeks per year (term time + 3 weeks of holiday working), pro-rata to £36, week equivalent. We're looking for a Speech and Language Therapist who is early in their career, eager to receive excellent support and supervision, and interested in working with school-aged children! Whether you're about to graduate in Speech and Language Therapy, or have recently achieved your NQP framework goals, this is the perfect opportunity to join a team that will support your journey to becoming an autonomous practitioner in specialist and mainstream schools across the Guildford and Waverley areas . The planned start-date for this position is 13th April 2026. Our Offer to You: We pay your RCSLT membership and HCPC fees! Flexible working around core school hours with mobile and agile working solutions Comprehensive clinical supervision programme including a buddy, 1:1 meetings with line manager (weekly for NQP's for the first 3 months moving to monthly over the first year, at your pace), extensive in house training programme and formal external training opportunities, access to clinical effectiveness groups, case study groups and an NQP / Band 5 group, termly study days, encouragement to join and attend CEN's relating to practice A mixed and varied caseload across settings and age groups Termly themed study days for the whole SALT team Enhanced support to take you through your competencies An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carers leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependants leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more About the Role Our large and friendly team of Speech & Language Therapists and Speech & Language Therapy Assistants work across mainstream and special schools in Surrey. We are part of Surrey's offer to support children with Additional Needs and Disabilities, working collaboratively with the Inclusion and Additional Needs Team and other areas like Educational Psychology and Specialist Teaching. Our tiered model supports universal, targeted and specialist intervention for children, families and the school workforce; making sure we deliver the right support at the right time to children and young people, with and without EHCPs. The role of a Speech and Language Therapist is varied and no two days will be the same, however you can expect to be involved with the following: Clinical decision making in conjunction with school staff and evidence-based practice, around the level of support needed to achieve the best possible outcome for the Children and Young People (CYP) on your defined caseload Working with Assistants, setting targets for the CYP you are jointly supporting and monitoring the delivery and outcomes of their work Assessment, advice and intervention for CYP with a range of SLCN within your caseload Prioritisation and caseload management Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: A degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or are about to obtain this) Registered with HCPC and RCSLT (or about to be) with eligibility to work in the UK Evidence of clinical knowledge and familiarity with a range of formal and informal assessments for school age CYP Evidence of experience and knowledge of a range of evidence-based intervention approaches Surrey has both urban and rural areas and candidates will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 3 questions: Do you have a degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or about to obtain one)? Are you registered with HCPC and RCSLT (or planning to be once you graduate)? (If you are in the process of registering, please give more detail). Which informal and formal speech and language assessments are you familiar with? Please tell us about your experience using them. We are a friendly team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about the work we do. If you feel like this could be the place to kick start your career or further develop your therapy skills and knowledge, please do get in touch. This advert closes at 23:59 on Sunday 15th February 2026 with interviews to follow. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
The purpose of the Early Help Advisor role is to work as part of a team to provide advice, training and support to early years registered providers in Somerset and to improve the early help offer to children and families, improving outcomes for children and families. This role will be working term time, 32 hours per week. Main duties for the Early Help Advisor role: Provide individual and clusters of Early Years settings and childminders advice, guidance and support on Early Help and how to work effectively with children and families including children who have English as an additional language, narrowing the gap between EAL learners and their peers. Provide training and learning opportunities for registered early years providers and other partners to develop their skills, knowledge and confidence in working with children and families that have concerns or need advice. Provide information, advice, guidance and practical support to develop inclusive and effective early year's environments that support quality relationships between staff, parents and children. Work in partnership with relevant agencies to promote the consideration of the needs of children and families in all relevant services and strategies looking at how access to services can be improved for this group of children and their families. Developing and encouraging peer to peer support in relation to Early Help and to embed best practice within the County that is shared and disseminated. Identify, disseminate and facilitate the sharing of good practice in relation to meeting the needs of children and families in Somerset, seeking to utilise the wealth of experience within Somerset as well as bring national best practice into Somerset. Promote the service to settings across the County to ensure they are aware of the services available to support children and families. Working collaboratively with other services who support children and families to make best use of scarce resources. To use effective monitoring and tracking systems for this project to ensure the project makes an impact on individual and cohorts of children. To contribute to the development of appropriate resources and information about resources which can be shared with Somerset settings to support them working effectively with children and families. Work collaboratively to promote and celebrate good practice, demonstrating a commitment to quality in all they do. Where necessary have the confidence to challenge poor practice which does not achieve good outcomes for children and families. Develop your expertise and keep up to date with best practice so registered providers can utilise those skills and knowledge in the role, modelling best practice to settings. Work in a flexible and responsive way to emerging issues. Be willing to lead and support specific focused pieces of work or projects as appropriate. Any other tasks that are commensurate with the level and scope of the role as directed by the Line Manager. Essential criteria: Possess a NVQ 3 in childcare or equivalent as a minimum. Maths and English GCSE or equivalent. Demonstrable understanding of the Somerset Early Help strategy and EYFS 2025. Current knowledge of issues of policy, practice and research in relation to the needs of children and how they can best be supported within the settings, utilising a range of strategies to support them. Demonstrable understanding of effective ways to facilitate learning. Knowledge of recent developments in learning /teaching. Working in a similar role or working within a setting which demonstrates best practice in relation to Early Help including the needs of EAL children. Proven experience of providing advice and guidance to settings or of mentoring and supporting other settings as a practitioner, helping them develop inclusive practice and effective early years environments. Experience of self-evaluation within a setting or settings and/or experience of supporting settings to self-evaluate and/or evaluation techniques. Experience of working with parents in support of the needs of their children and in particular engaging parents that are less easy to engage. Networking and building effective relationships. Highly developed communication skills using a variety of media, including report writing, workshop delivery and action plans. Highly organised, able to use time effectively with the ability to motivate, persuade and influence. Sound professional judgement based on an ability to analyse and evaluate and provide appropriate advice. Able to plan and manage own workload, prioritise and work with minimal direction. Excellent IT skills - able to use Microsoft Office suite of programmes or similar. Ability to create systems for monitoring and evaluating services and using data effectively to focus on tasks which are most effective. Employee benefits: 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, pro rata for part time employees Additional annual leave for long service Enhanced sickness pay Employer and employee contribution pension scheme Birthday leave so you can have a day off for your birthday dedicated to you and your well being Regular access to internal and external learning and development opportunities A Recruitment Referral Payment Scheme, giving you an introductory payment of up to £300 if someone you have referred to the Alliance takes up a role in the charity. Access to our Employee Assistant Programme (EAP), which includes 24/7 helpline access, dedicated managers helpline, confidential counselling sessions delivered by accredited specialists, legal, debt and life management advice, discounts, and wellbeing content plus resources. Savings of up to 25% on O2 Refresh Airtime Plan on any new phone or tablets A dedicated mental health First Aider to support your mental well being The Early Years Advisor will receive £683.89 p.a. Essential Car User Allowance in addition to their salary. This is a fixed term post until August 2027 Hours per week: 32 Weeks per year: 39
Feb 06, 2026
Full time
The purpose of the Early Help Advisor role is to work as part of a team to provide advice, training and support to early years registered providers in Somerset and to improve the early help offer to children and families, improving outcomes for children and families. This role will be working term time, 32 hours per week. Main duties for the Early Help Advisor role: Provide individual and clusters of Early Years settings and childminders advice, guidance and support on Early Help and how to work effectively with children and families including children who have English as an additional language, narrowing the gap between EAL learners and their peers. Provide training and learning opportunities for registered early years providers and other partners to develop their skills, knowledge and confidence in working with children and families that have concerns or need advice. Provide information, advice, guidance and practical support to develop inclusive and effective early year's environments that support quality relationships between staff, parents and children. Work in partnership with relevant agencies to promote the consideration of the needs of children and families in all relevant services and strategies looking at how access to services can be improved for this group of children and their families. Developing and encouraging peer to peer support in relation to Early Help and to embed best practice within the County that is shared and disseminated. Identify, disseminate and facilitate the sharing of good practice in relation to meeting the needs of children and families in Somerset, seeking to utilise the wealth of experience within Somerset as well as bring national best practice into Somerset. Promote the service to settings across the County to ensure they are aware of the services available to support children and families. Working collaboratively with other services who support children and families to make best use of scarce resources. To use effective monitoring and tracking systems for this project to ensure the project makes an impact on individual and cohorts of children. To contribute to the development of appropriate resources and information about resources which can be shared with Somerset settings to support them working effectively with children and families. Work collaboratively to promote and celebrate good practice, demonstrating a commitment to quality in all they do. Where necessary have the confidence to challenge poor practice which does not achieve good outcomes for children and families. Develop your expertise and keep up to date with best practice so registered providers can utilise those skills and knowledge in the role, modelling best practice to settings. Work in a flexible and responsive way to emerging issues. Be willing to lead and support specific focused pieces of work or projects as appropriate. Any other tasks that are commensurate with the level and scope of the role as directed by the Line Manager. Essential criteria: Possess a NVQ 3 in childcare or equivalent as a minimum. Maths and English GCSE or equivalent. Demonstrable understanding of the Somerset Early Help strategy and EYFS 2025. Current knowledge of issues of policy, practice and research in relation to the needs of children and how they can best be supported within the settings, utilising a range of strategies to support them. Demonstrable understanding of effective ways to facilitate learning. Knowledge of recent developments in learning /teaching. Working in a similar role or working within a setting which demonstrates best practice in relation to Early Help including the needs of EAL children. Proven experience of providing advice and guidance to settings or of mentoring and supporting other settings as a practitioner, helping them develop inclusive practice and effective early years environments. Experience of self-evaluation within a setting or settings and/or experience of supporting settings to self-evaluate and/or evaluation techniques. Experience of working with parents in support of the needs of their children and in particular engaging parents that are less easy to engage. Networking and building effective relationships. Highly developed communication skills using a variety of media, including report writing, workshop delivery and action plans. Highly organised, able to use time effectively with the ability to motivate, persuade and influence. Sound professional judgement based on an ability to analyse and evaluate and provide appropriate advice. Able to plan and manage own workload, prioritise and work with minimal direction. Excellent IT skills - able to use Microsoft Office suite of programmes or similar. Ability to create systems for monitoring and evaluating services and using data effectively to focus on tasks which are most effective. Employee benefits: 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, pro rata for part time employees Additional annual leave for long service Enhanced sickness pay Employer and employee contribution pension scheme Birthday leave so you can have a day off for your birthday dedicated to you and your well being Regular access to internal and external learning and development opportunities A Recruitment Referral Payment Scheme, giving you an introductory payment of up to £300 if someone you have referred to the Alliance takes up a role in the charity. Access to our Employee Assistant Programme (EAP), which includes 24/7 helpline access, dedicated managers helpline, confidential counselling sessions delivered by accredited specialists, legal, debt and life management advice, discounts, and wellbeing content plus resources. Savings of up to 25% on O2 Refresh Airtime Plan on any new phone or tablets A dedicated mental health First Aider to support your mental well being The Early Years Advisor will receive £683.89 p.a. Essential Car User Allowance in addition to their salary. This is a fixed term post until August 2027 Hours per week: 32 Weeks per year: 39
Psychology / Criminology Graduates Wanted Full-Time SEN Teaching Assistant - Primary Schools (Medway Towns) Start ASAP Immediate Trial Days Are you a Psychology or Criminology graduate looking to build hands-on experience working with children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? We are currently recruiting full-time SEN Teaching Assistants to work within mainstream primary schools across the Med click apply for full job details
Feb 06, 2026
Contractor
Psychology / Criminology Graduates Wanted Full-Time SEN Teaching Assistant - Primary Schools (Medway Towns) Start ASAP Immediate Trial Days Are you a Psychology or Criminology graduate looking to build hands-on experience working with children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? We are currently recruiting full-time SEN Teaching Assistants to work within mainstream primary schools across the Med click apply for full job details
Up to £29,681 + Excellent Benefits Those Huge Small Victories Our higher level teaching assistants are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. Theres lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on
Feb 06, 2026
Full time
Up to £29,681 + Excellent Benefits Those Huge Small Victories Our higher level teaching assistants are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. Theres lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on
Your new company Hays Recruitment are proud to be supporting an extremely inclusive and supportive mainstream primary school in Runcorn that is at the heart of it's local community as they are looking to appoint a motivated and nurturing teaching assistant for a part-time 20 hour contract that will last the remainder of the academic year click apply for full job details
Feb 06, 2026
Full time
Your new company Hays Recruitment are proud to be supporting an extremely inclusive and supportive mainstream primary school in Runcorn that is at the heart of it's local community as they are looking to appoint a motivated and nurturing teaching assistant for a part-time 20 hour contract that will last the remainder of the academic year click apply for full job details
Teaching Assistant Required Exclusive Education is looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to work at a Primary School. The role if for a general Teaching Assistant across EYFS through to KS2 but may be needed for occasional one to one. This role is to start ASAP working up to 5 days per week and must be first aid trained. The ideal candidate will have previous Teaching Assistant experience, first aid training and will be confident undertaking work to the curriculum. In order to be considered for this role we require you meet the following criteria; Hold a relevant Teaching Assistant qualification (e.g. NCFE, CACHE or NVQ Level 1, 2 or 3) (desirable) Have eligibility to work in the UK or be a UK resident Have previous experience of working with children in the last 2 years Excellent knowledge of the EYFS, KS1 and KS2 curriculum and assessment frameworks First Aid Trained Two references working with children Hold a current DBS that is registered with the update service or be willing to apply for a new one In return Exclusive Education can offer; Excellent rates of pay Direct links to local schools Dedicated Consultants who will cater for your employment needs with 24/7 availability Commitment to quality and safeguarding A fast clearance process If this role does not match what you are looking for then please contact us to find out about other opportunities, we have available. You will be working with an experienced team of education specialist whose sole focus is on the Primary sector. If you know of any other Teachers, Teaching Assistant or Cover Supervisors seeking work within the North West then please send on their details to Exclusive Education to earn £50 worth of vouchers
Feb 06, 2026
Seasonal
Teaching Assistant Required Exclusive Education is looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to work at a Primary School. The role if for a general Teaching Assistant across EYFS through to KS2 but may be needed for occasional one to one. This role is to start ASAP working up to 5 days per week and must be first aid trained. The ideal candidate will have previous Teaching Assistant experience, first aid training and will be confident undertaking work to the curriculum. In order to be considered for this role we require you meet the following criteria; Hold a relevant Teaching Assistant qualification (e.g. NCFE, CACHE or NVQ Level 1, 2 or 3) (desirable) Have eligibility to work in the UK or be a UK resident Have previous experience of working with children in the last 2 years Excellent knowledge of the EYFS, KS1 and KS2 curriculum and assessment frameworks First Aid Trained Two references working with children Hold a current DBS that is registered with the update service or be willing to apply for a new one In return Exclusive Education can offer; Excellent rates of pay Direct links to local schools Dedicated Consultants who will cater for your employment needs with 24/7 availability Commitment to quality and safeguarding A fast clearance process If this role does not match what you are looking for then please contact us to find out about other opportunities, we have available. You will be working with an experienced team of education specialist whose sole focus is on the Primary sector. If you know of any other Teachers, Teaching Assistant or Cover Supervisors seeking work within the North West then please send on their details to Exclusive Education to earn £50 worth of vouchers
Assistant Head of Curriculum - Health T levels & Behavioural Science Location: Newcastle Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £49,805 - £54,194 per annum Are you an experienced curriculum leader ready to step into a key leadership role within a forward-thinking educational institution? This is a rare opportunity to contribute to the strategic direction and operational excellence of a large, successful college in Tyne and Wear. With a strong focus on curriculum quality, staff development, and student success, this role offers challenge, influence, and career development. The Role: As Assistant Head of Curriculum, you'll be central to driving high-quality curriculum planning, teaching, and assessment across several subject areas. Reporting to the Head of Curriculum, you'll take ownership of day-to-day leadership-ensuring your teams meet internal standards, boost learner outcomes, and align to national benchmarks. With responsibility for resource management, recruitment strategy, and operational oversight, you'll also help shape the curriculum offer to match local and regional priorities. Key Responsibilities Coordinate curriculum planning to meet learner and strategic needs Drive quality improvement and monitor performance using clear metrics Lead teams of lecturers, technicians, and support staff with vision and clarity Deliver high-impact CPD and performance management Support learner recruitment and promote departmental growth Maintain up to 430 hours per academic year of direct teaching What We're Looking For Qualified teacher (PGCE/Cert Ed) with a relevant degree Proven leadership in curriculum delivery and team development Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills Strong data literacy and digital fluency (Microsoft 365, digital teaching tools) Working knowledge of Ofsted EIF and/or HE Quality Code A collaborative, dependable, and learner-focused professional This college champions a positive and inclusive culture, with high expectations for both staff and students. Your leadership will directly influence the learner experience and educational outcomes, making this a pivotal role in the college's ongoing success.
Feb 06, 2026
Full time
Assistant Head of Curriculum - Health T levels & Behavioural Science Location: Newcastle Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £49,805 - £54,194 per annum Are you an experienced curriculum leader ready to step into a key leadership role within a forward-thinking educational institution? This is a rare opportunity to contribute to the strategic direction and operational excellence of a large, successful college in Tyne and Wear. With a strong focus on curriculum quality, staff development, and student success, this role offers challenge, influence, and career development. The Role: As Assistant Head of Curriculum, you'll be central to driving high-quality curriculum planning, teaching, and assessment across several subject areas. Reporting to the Head of Curriculum, you'll take ownership of day-to-day leadership-ensuring your teams meet internal standards, boost learner outcomes, and align to national benchmarks. With responsibility for resource management, recruitment strategy, and operational oversight, you'll also help shape the curriculum offer to match local and regional priorities. Key Responsibilities Coordinate curriculum planning to meet learner and strategic needs Drive quality improvement and monitor performance using clear metrics Lead teams of lecturers, technicians, and support staff with vision and clarity Deliver high-impact CPD and performance management Support learner recruitment and promote departmental growth Maintain up to 430 hours per academic year of direct teaching What We're Looking For Qualified teacher (PGCE/Cert Ed) with a relevant degree Proven leadership in curriculum delivery and team development Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills Strong data literacy and digital fluency (Microsoft 365, digital teaching tools) Working knowledge of Ofsted EIF and/or HE Quality Code A collaborative, dependable, and learner-focused professional This college champions a positive and inclusive culture, with high expectations for both staff and students. Your leadership will directly influence the learner experience and educational outcomes, making this a pivotal role in the college's ongoing success.
