Vacancy Bulletin (Blue Sheets)

Issue No: 4

31 January 2020

You can view these vacancies, and more, online at: dasjobs.co.uk

Latest time for acceptance of advertisements is Tuesday 10am for the Friday bulletin.

UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED, details and application forms FOR ALL POSTS, excluding those marked INTERNAL can be found on dasjobs.co.uk Only SCC employees may apply for posts marked INTERNAL in the first instance. Internally advertised vacancies can be viewed on the SCC intranet: dasjobs.co.uk/internal ALL POSTS MARKED WITH * REQUIRE A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK VIA THE DISCLOSURE PROCEDURE "Somerset County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people"

All applicants, including current employees, should complete and return the Recruitment Monitoring Form, which is attached to the Application Form. Thank you for your cooperation

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER Applications for all vacancies are particularly welcome from people with disabilities. Further details and application forms are also available on request in braille, large print, tape and disc.

JOB SHARING Somerset County Council, as an equal opportunities employer, wishes to promote job-sharing arrangements in any full-time post where the Manager and Chief Officer consider that such an arrangement would be a viable proposition. If you are interested in making an application on a job-sharing basis for any full-time post advertised in this bulletin, you should contact the appropriate Manager in the first instance to see whether such an application would be accepted.

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Somerset County Council is proud to offer an environment that is supportive and rewarding, working as part of a team who are passionate about the work they do. We offer great training and development opportunities, with supportive management. We offer an excellent benefits package to all of our employees including: • A Local Government Pension Scheme. • Discounted lease car via salary sacrifice scheme and options for discounts on petrol or diesel. • My Staff Shop offering discounts in shops, online shopping, restaurants, cinema tickets, insurance benefits and so forth. • A Flexible Benefits Scheme via salary sacrifice to obtain a cycle for work, childcare vouchers, additional annual leave, computers, mobile phones and health screening. • Generous annual leave and flexible working arrangements. • Staff discounts in gyms. • Employee Assistance and support offering a variety of employee wellbeing services to support a healthy work/life balance and lifestyle. • Optional pension enhancement through our Additional Voluntary Contribution scheme.

Somerset County Council is subject to Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent English will be an essential requirement for customer-facing roles.

Please note for SCC roles: If an internal applicant who is at risk of redundancy or in need of redeployment has applied and passed the selection process they will be offered the role over remaining internal and external applicants.

If you are applying for a secondment please ensure you discuss this with your Line Manager first and obtain their approval.

*TEAM LEADER (PUBLIC HEALTH NURSING) Salary: £37,570 - £43,772 pa Location: Glastonbury Working Pattern: Full Time Closing Date: 06-Feb-2020 About us The Public Health Nursing Team is delighted to offer the opportunity to join our management team as a full-time Team Leader in the Mendip area of Somerset. We sit within the Public Health Directorate of Somerset County Council. This offers excellent opportunities to develop services with our commissioners and health and social care partners which have a beneficial impact on the families of Somerset. About the job The Team Leader role is key to the safe and effective delivery of Public Health Nursing Services in Mendip through the Healthy Child Programme. As a Team Leader you will be responsible for managing and leading teams of Health Visitors, School Nurses, Community Staff Nurses, Assistant Practitioners and Administrators as well as leading on streams of work relevant to the countywide service. You will play an important role in developing and maintaining relationships with multiagency partners, promoting collaborative working to achieve the best outcomes for children, young people and families. About you This is an exciting opportunity for a registered nurse with the Specialist Community Public Health Nurse qualification. You need to be highly motivated and innovative, with proven leadership experience, a can-do attitude, solution focused and excellent communication skills to maximise networking abilities. In addition to this, you should have a strong Public Health focus and be fully committed to improving the health and well-being of the children and families in Somerset through the delivery of excellent Public Health Nursing services. You require a valid NMC registration. Applicants must hold a full valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work. If necessary, adjustments can be considered in line with the Equality Act 2010. For further details please contact Elizabeth Rendell on 07979 857482 or email to [email protected] Interviews will take place on the 19 February 2020. Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-vacancies/job-details/?jobId=1345 Ref: SCC01090TC

*SOCIAL WORKER - SAFEGUARDING Salary: £29,636 - £33,799 pa Location: Somerset Working Pattern: Full Time Closing Date: 16-Feb-2020 About the job Qualified Social Worker – Safeguarding – Taunton and Yeovil Hours are negotiable and flexible We are looking for Social Workers who are passionate and enthusiastic to join us in improving outcomes for our most vulnerable young people and families in Somerset to encourage positive change. Somerset are committed to providing the support, training and development you will need to continue to improve your professional practice as a social worker. You will be offered • Small supportive teams • Support to work from a strengths and relationship-based approach • Regular high-quality systemic supervision and annual appraisals

• Flexible working arrangements • Regular training and continuing development opportunities We work with children and families which enable practitioners to do meaningful work with families and a focus on the quality of practice and improving learning, supervision and support for our social workers. You’ll be encouraged to work smarter with access to a mobile phone, laptop, training and planning resources. We build resilience in our social workers through reflective and supportive supervision and strong case management conferencing. Somerset staff morale is good, and management are committed to staff retention. Extensive training and development opportunities are supported by weekly CPD, and on-site additional management support from Consultant Social Workers, and Advanced Social Work Practitioner (AP) Programme with role specialism. The AP salary scale is £33,799 - £37,849. We promote flexible working within our safeguarding teams and will consider part time, 9-day fortnight and other flexible working approaches. Our offices in the south of the county are based on the outskirts of Yeovil just 10 minutes from the A303 with plentiful parking on site. We are just 40 minutes’ drive from Taunton, the county town of Somerset, 30 minutes’ Dorchester and 45 minutes from the Jurassic Coast. There are good railway links to London, and options of town and some beautiful village living. The team for the west of the county are based in County Hall in Taunton. As the county town transport links are great with access to the M5, less than two hours by train to London and 40 minutes drive in each direction to Bristol and Exeter. Progressive, improving and innovative we offer competitive salaries and up to an £8k relocation allowance. Discover more Benefits of working for Somerset County Council here. For an informal chat about roles within our Safeguarding teams please contact Claire Medley, on [email protected] 07890581068 and Emma Grosvenor [email protected] Interview week commencing 24 February 2020 Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-vacancies/job-details/?jobId=1352 Ref: SCC01097HC

ESTATES AND VALUATION ADVISOR Salary: £29,636 - £33,799 pa Location: Taunton Working Pattern: Full Time Closing Date: 14-Feb-2020 About us We're looking for an Estates and Valuation Advisor to join our Estates team on a full time basis. Somerset County Council has a large and diverse property portfolio ranging from historic buildings to new office facilities and schools currently being constructed with everything in between! About the job You will assist in the provision of a full professional valuation and estate management service within the Estates team of the Councils Corporate Property group. You will join a busy, dedicated and supportive team with aspirations for increased commerciality and portfolio management. The role will offer responsibility and experience in a wide range of activities associated with day to day Estate and Property management activities. About you We're looking for an Estates and Valuation Advisor with an innovative and creative approach. You will be committed and adaptable in your work. It is essential that you have relevant experience, ideally a Chartered Surveyor and RICS Registered valuer but consideration will be given to those who are not but have demonstrable experience in this sector. For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Charlie Field on 01823 355325.

Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-vacancies/job-details/?jobId=1349 Ref: SCC01093KF

*PROPERTY RECORDS TECHNICIAN Salary: £19,171 - £21,166 per annum Location: Taunton Working Pattern: Full Time Closing Date: 06-Feb-2020 About us Somerset County Council has an extensive property portfolio and an exciting opportunity has arisen within the Estates Team for a Property Record Technician. You will assist in the maintaining of the county council’s property records which allows the Estates Team to deliver a wide range of property management skills and estates management services. About the job An opportunity has arisen for a Property Records Technician within Corporate Property’s Estates Team to assist in the management and improvement of Somerset County Council’s digital property records. This will involve the updating of floor plans and associated database information to enable the council to manage its property portfolio. As a Property Records Technician, your responsibilities will include the undertaking of on-site measured building surveys, production of CAD floor plans and updating associated property database records. You will also deal with property enquiries, assist with office space planning and some general administration relevant to the team. You will also research relevant sources of property information to improve the Organisations property records as required. About you We're looking for a property record technician with a good knowledge of building construction and experience of measuring buildings. You will have excellent organising and communication skills and a can-do attitude. IT skills, including a working knowledge of Microsoft office and AutoCAD, are essential, as is the ability to travel to different locations. For further information or an informal discussion about the role, please contact Neil Punter on 01823 355359. Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-vacancies/job-details/?jobId=1344 Ref: SCC01088KF

*ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Salary: £14,940 - £15,544 per annum Location: Taunton Working Pattern: Part Time Fixed Term Contract Closing Date: 04-Feb-2020 About us This is an exciting opportunity for an Administrative Assistant to join our Business Support Team in our Taunton Mental Health Social Work locality. This is a part time role, working 30 hours per week. We are a dedicated and friendly team that pride ourselves on the provision of high quality business support to our frontline mental health social work locality teams in Adult Social Care. We have changed the way we work to focus on promoting independence for everyone – so that people can do the things that matter most to them and live the life they want to live. We are doing things differently to put the person at the centre of everything we do and to look creatively at how we can meet people’s needs in a better way. About the job You will be working as part of a team to provide vital support to our frontline teams in a busy office environment. You will carry out a wide range of administrative tasks to support the teams, some of the

5 tasks will include supervision, minute taking at sensitive and highly confidential meetings, processing referrals, record management and data analysis using our electronic databases. The successful candidate will supervise 1 or more Business Support Assistants. About you We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join this busy team. Good IT and excellent communication skills are essential. The ability to prioritise work to meet changing deadlines and be flexible to the changing needs of the service is also a necessary part of the role. Minute taking experience and the ability to produce high standards of accurate work is essential. For more information or an informal discussion about this post please contact Katherine Cleary telephone 01278 720294. Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-vacancies/job-details/?jobId=1340 Ref: SCC01084KF

*ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Salary: £14,647 - £14,940 per annum Working Pattern: Part Time 30 hours per week Wells: Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-vacancies/job-details/?jobId=1347 Ref: SCC01091KF Bridgwater: Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-vacancies/job-details/?jobId=1346 Ref: SCC01092KF Closing Date: 06-Feb-2020 About us We're looking for Administrative Assistants to join our Wells Family Time Centre and our Bridgwater Family Time Centre. We provide office-based administrative support to a range of Children's Social Care teams in Somerset. About the job You’ll really be making a difference by providing administrative support to a team of Family Time workers, who support our children in care to spend time with their family members. You will be providing proactive, office-based support; providing a reception service and undertaking administrative tasks in one of our busy, dedicated Family Time Centres. The nature of the work is sensitive and highly confidential. There are lots of opportunities for development and progression within our Children’s Services business support teams, from our entry level Admin Assistant roles through to our Business Support Officer and Business Support Manager roles. About you We’re looking for someone who wants a varied and challenging admin based role. You need good organisational skills, the ability to be a good team player and able to multi-task. As an administrative assistant, you will have a warm and friendly manner. As the first point of contact at the centre, you will welcome children, carers and family members upon arrival. You will need to be calm under pressure and able to respond to sensitively to difficult situations. You will need to be familiar with IT. Office experience is desirable yet not essential, nor is knowledge of this line of work, but the aptitude to learn is vital to being a success in this very rewarding role. If you would like to discuss the role further please feel free to contact Katherine Hughes - 01823 357430 or Terri Ratcliffe - 01749 822944.

*COMMISSIONING OFFICER (CHILDREN'S) Salary: £29,636 - £33,799 pa Location: Taunton Working Pattern: Full Time Closing Date: 06-Feb-2020 About us Join us in Somerset! • Are you the right person to help us to develop a brighter future for our children? • Do you want to be part of a creative team? • Do you want to be at the forefront of change? • Would you like to contribute to delivering good outcomes for children and young people? The Children and Young People’s Commissioning team is looking to recruit 2 Commissioning Officers to develop a shared understanding of the specific objectives set for the Team from the Children and Young People’s Plan and to design/implement a team work programme that will deliver them. About the job Working as part of a team that is responsible for commissioning across children’s services, you will work with a broad range of partners to co-ordinate, plan and commission the best possible services for children, young people and families in Somerset. Your portfolio will cover early help, social care and special educational needs and disabilities. About you We are looking for an ambitious and enthusiastic person who wants to make a difference to the lives of children and young people in Somerset and has: • the ability to work with a range of people to achieve a common goal • Strong interpersonal skills • good analytical skills and a competent user of excel • excellent written and oral communication skills • proficient organisational and planning skills • an enthusiastic attitude and an eagerness to learn and want to make a positive difference to the lives of children and young people and families, this could be the role for you. Ideally you will have demonstrable experience of managing or commissioning services for children and young people within health or social care, and be fully conversant with relevant legislative and procurement frameworks. With a proven track record of project management and service transformation, you will be adept at delivering innovative and excellent outcomes. Your ability to form strong, positive working relationships, together with your specialist knowledge and passion for improving outcomes for children and young people will ensure you excel in this role. For further information or an informal discussion about this exciting opportunity, please contact Julie Breeze on 07919 540517. You will be based in Taunton with a requirement to travel county wide. Interviews are scheduled for 14 and 17 February 2020 Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-vacancies/job-details/?jobId=1350 Ref: SCC01095AMB

LIBRARY MANAGER Salary: £16,899 - £18,924 pa Location: Taunton Working Pattern: Part Time 18.5 hours per week. Closing Date: 07-Feb-2020 About us Somerset Libraries Service supports a network of 19 core libraries, 13 community library partnerships, a mobile library and an outreach vehicle. Our libraries receive over 1.7 million visits per year and provide a wide range of services in addition to book lending, from baby rhyme times, reading games, and

7 author visits through to code clubs, digital workshops, conversation cafés and reading groups. A Home Library Service is also provided for those unable to physically visit a library. We have a growing number of online services including e-books, e-audio and e-magazines. Our libraries are diverse, welcoming, safe spaces used by a wide cross section of people from all backgrounds. About the job This part time Library Manager role will join 2 full time Library Managers as part of the Libraries Senior Management team to support front line teams across the county. Specific responsibilities will include the Mobile Library, a team of Outreach officers and a Community Library & Volunteering manager. Library Managers are responsible for maintaining and improving service standards, providing a positive lead for change across the service. They work closely with Library Supervisors and a Development team to ensure libraries provide a responsive, friendly service. Libraries are not uneventful spaces! About you You will have experience of managing a public facing operational service, working with a dispersed team, leading significant change and innovation. You will also have a collaborative approach used to working with a wide range of partners, particularly with community groups and the voluntary sector. An ability to remain calm and professional at all times as a member of a small management team providing a strong leadership role will be required, to help maintain a quality range of library services. For an informal discussion about the post please contact Sue Crowley, Strategic Manager Library Services on 07977411581 or email [email protected] Interviews will be held w/c 17 February 2020 Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-vacancies/job-details/?jobId=1342 Ref: SCC01087AMB

*COOK Salary: £15,623 to £15,936 pa Location: Kilve near Bridgwater Working Pattern: Part Time Closing Date: 02-Feb-2020 About us Shifts start from 7:30 am and finishing at 7pm. Hours are all year round, however summer is our peak period. The Kilve Court, Greatwood and Charterhouse Centres are the largest provider of Outdoor Education in Somerset and enjoy a reputation for high quality and standards. The centres offer courses in a number of outdoor activities and academic subject areas. They are situated in a fantastic position in Somerset with immediate access to a variety of outdoor locations. About the job We are looking to appoint a Cook to join our team at Kilve Court. Responsibilities include: • Delivering of daily meals for customers. • Overseeing our Domestic Assistants which will include overseeing the dining area cleanliness, food service and preparation of meals. • Controlling the storage of food within prescribed guidelines, recording and dating foodstuffs. • Monitoring and maintaining the programme for high standards of kitchen and dining room cleanliness and hygiene, including the cleaning of machinery. About you Ideally you will have catering experience but this is not essential as comprehensive training will be provided. You will be customer focused with an enthusiasm for working alongside people. Please feel free to get in contact if you have questions about the role. Please contact Daniel Moncrieff on 01278 741270 or email [email protected] Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-vacancies/job-details/?jobId=1326 Ref: SCC01066AB

NIGHT PORTER Salary: £13,182 to £13,446 per annum Location: Ilminster Working Pattern: Part Time 27 hours Closing Date: 02-Feb-2020 About us Dillington House in Ilminster, is set in 7 acres of woodlands and manicured gardens, we provide the space for corporate conferences, fabulous setting for weddings, an established education program and attract the business traveller during the week days in the form of bed & breakfast bookings. About the job We are looking for a Night Porter to join the team to assist in the delivery of a service that exceeds expectations. The role of Night Porter includes (but is not limited to) overseeing late arrivals and early departures, dealing with general enquiries via email and duty mobile phone, ensuring the security of all buildings on site, acting as the duty manager overnight, setting up and cleaning of conference rooms and assisting the Bar Supervisor when required. About you We are looking for a Night Porter with the following experience: • Held a similar role within a hotel environment. • The ability to work well both on their own and as part of a team. • Takes pride in their work. • The ability to communicate tasks completed and any issues through a handover system. The role will involve working nights and weekends. For an informal discussion about this post please contact Adam Powell (General Manager) on 01460 258648 or email [email protected] Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-vacancies/job-details/?jobId=1327 Ref: SCC01067AB

*PORTAGE HOME VISITOR Salary: Up to £9,299-£9,675 per annum Location: Yeovil Working Pattern: Part Time Closing Date: 26-Feb-2020 About us We have a part time opportunity of up to 22 hours per week for a Portage Home Visitor in the Portage Team (Educational Psychology). The hours must include working on a Tuesday and is Term Time only (39 weeks) Somerset has a well-established Portage Service which is registered with the National Portage Association. We have 2 teams of Home Visitors, based in Mendip and South Somerset, and Bridgwater and Taunton. Case allocation and supervision is provided by an Educational Psychologist, with informal weekly supervision supported by the area Senior Portage Home Visitor. About the job Portage is a home visiting educational and support service for pre-school children with a range of significant additional needs and their families. Families receive weekly visits from their allocated home visitor or attend group sessions. The home visitor uses a range of resources and activities matched to the child’s developmental stage and interests which promote development through play. Home visitors make occasional visits to settings to ensure a joined-up approach. About you We are looking to recruit a Portage Home Visitor who will work as part of a local team. If you are committed, enthusiastic, flexible, child and family centred with knowledge of early childhood development and special needs, then this could be the post for you.

Practical experience of working with very young children is essential. Knowledge of effective strategies used for working with children with additional needs will be needed. An understanding of the portage approach will be expected, and the accredited Portage Workshop training qualification would be an advantage, although there would be an opportunity for you to complete this whilst working, if required. You will need to hold a relevant qualification at NVQ Level 2 or equivalent. The ability to work in partnership with families and other professionals is essential. Independent travel between family homes is required. You will need to hold a full driving license and have the use of a car during working hours as much of your day will be spent on home visits. For an informal discussion about the post please contact Jo Toomey or Vicky Lamb (Senior Portage Home Visitors) on 01823 357000 or by email [email protected] or [email protected]. Interview Date: 9 March 2020 Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-vacancies/job-details/?jobId=1351 Ref: SCC01089AB

Somerset Bridge Primary School, Stockmoor Drive, Bridgwater TA6 6AH TEL: 01278 422100 Email: [email protected]

NURSERY AND EXTENDED SCHOOLS MANAGER 37 hours per week (term-time only plus 1 week) Grade 12 £21,589 to £24,799 pro rata Required as soon as possible, a reliable, conscientious and enthusiastic Nursery and Extended Schools Manager to join our friendly, caring Nursery. You will join a hardworking and committed team in providing the very best for the children in our care. The Manager will work alongside the Early Years Leader in the running of Somerset Bridge Nursery and managing the extended school provision for Somerset Bridge Primary School. The extended school provision provides before and after school care for school age children from 8am until 8:45am and from 3:15pm until 6pm. Currently this is a term time only provision. The successful candidate will have relevant experience and the passion, desire and ability to develop our nursery into an outstanding provision. Further details and an application form are available on the school’s website www.somersetbridge.co.uk, please clearly indicate the post for which you are applying on your application form. Somerset Bridge Primary school is committed to safeguarding and promotes the welfare of all its children and expects all staff to share this commitment. All candidates will need to satisfy the requirements of an enhanced DBS check. Visits to the School and Nursery are very welcome. For an informal discussion or to arrange a visit please contact the Nursery, on 01278 452095. Closing date for applications: noon on 3rd February 2020 Interviews: week beginning 10th February 2020

Parkfield Primary School, Parkfield Road, Taunton TA1 4RT Tel: 01823 282125 http://www.parkfieldschool.co.uk/

HIGHER LEANING TEACHING ASSISTANT (HLTA) Required Salary will be dependent on experience and qualifications and be in the following range: Scale 13 (£19,554-£21,166) or Scale 12 (£21,589-£24,799) pro rata 30 hours per week, term time only (including INSET days) Start date: as soon as possible We are seeking to appoint a talented Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to support and to cover classes throughout our school.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a strong and supportive team of staff, and work within a school which is committed to providing the best possible learning opportunities for all its children and staff. The post will involve: • Providing cover for teacher absence, PPA time and any other necessary release time from class • Working alongside teachers on the planning, delivery, marking and assessment of work covered during release time • Differentiating the curriculum to meet the needs of all children • Planning and leading interventions We are looking for a new team member who: • Meets the Higher Level Teaching Assistant standards or has an equivalent qualification • Has experience of teaching and supporting whole classes within EYFS, KS1 and KS2 • Has a diverse set of skills which will enable them to work throughout the school - in the classroom, dining hall and playground, and on external trips and activities • Is passionate about teaching and learning • Is able to work creatively, and is an innovative and reflective practitioner who is keen to learn • Is positive, with a ‘can do’ attitude and is flexible At Parkfield Primary you will find • Happy, enthusiastic, well-motivated children, who are a joy to teach • A welcoming and friendly school with an enthusiastic and supportive team, working together to ensure children are always put first, and at the centre of all policy, practise and decision making • High expectations for all members of the school community • Well-resourced classrooms and school setting. • Continued professional development Visits to our school are warmly welcomed - please contact Mary Scott, School Business Manager to arrange to see our school in action. If you would like to be part of our successful and thriving community, and can make an outstanding contribution to our school, we would like to hear from you. We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we would recommend that you submit your application as early as possible. We are unable to accept or consider CVs. Applications must be submitted on the application form. Parkfield Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure check by the Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) Closing date: 25th February 2020 Interviews: 2nd March 2020 Please apply by using a SCC application form. An application form and job description can be downloaded from http://dasjobs.co.uk/job/higher-leaning-teaching-assistant-hlta/.

SEND LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT REQUIRED – to provide support during lunchtimes and in the classroom 17.5 hours per week, 3.5 hours per day – Term time Hours of work: Monday – Friday. Hours to be discussed at interview but will include 12 noon to 1:30pm core time. Salary: Grade 15 (£18.065-£18,426 pro rata) Start date: as soon as possible We are looking for a caring new colleague with a range of interpersonal skills who can provide support for our SEND children. An important part of the role will be providing full one to one support for an individual SEND child (inside and outside) at lunchtimes; so they can fully participate in lunchtime activities.

You will have a love of learning and will be able to provide 1:1 support for our SEND children during lunch times and in the classroom, and will help us to ensure that all our children can access all the opportunities we provide here at Parkfield. The successful candidate will be able to establish positive relationships with our children, parents and members of staff and will have: • A good standard of education, to GCSE grade C Maths and English together with a qualification relevant to supporting the learning process in school • Previous experience of working with children in an educational setting • Lots of initiative and the ability to work in a team. • A wish to play a full part in the life of the school and uphold our strong values. • A flexible approach • A commitment to making a difference Experience working with SEND children is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided. We are able to offer: • A dedicated, friendly and supportive staff team. • A well-resourced classroom and school setting. • Happy, enthusiastic, well-motivated children, who are a joy to teach. • Continued professional development • A welcoming and friendly school with an enthusiastic and supportive team Visits to the school are welcomed. Please contact the school business manager Mrs Scott for further details. Parkfield Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required for the successful candidates. Closing date: 5th February 2020 Interviews: 25th February 2020 Please apply by using a SCC application form. An application form can be from the school website.

St Bartholomew’s C of E First School, Kithill, Crewkerne TA18 8AS Head Teacher – Mrs G Coward Telephone: 01460 72829 email: [email protected] ‘Roots to Grow and Wings to Fly’

Part Time SCHOOL ADMINISTRATOR Required for 12.5 hours per week. Thursday and Friday from 8.45am to 3.30pm - term time only. Fixed term contract to 31/08/21 Salary: Grade 13 £19,171 to £21,166 (pro-rata) depending on experience. The Governors are seeking to appoint a friendly and approachable person who is highly organised with exceptional customer service skills to join our office team. You will often be the first point of contact for our school. You should be confident and experienced in dealing with and helping a wide spectrum of visitors, staff, parents, governors and children. A pleasant and friendly manner, even under pressure, is essential. The successful applicant will be: • able to relate empathetically with children • able to share our school vision of ‘Roots to Grow and Wings to Fly’ by living out our Christian values of respect, compassion, trust, forgiveness, hope, aspiration and courage • able to communicate effectively in a variety of mediums with staff, parents and all stakeholders • someone who strives for high standards of themselves and can support our team to achieve our daily and long-term strategic plans to enable all our children to flourish. • able to multi-task calmly and cheerfully in a fast-paced environment • able to maintain a high regard for confidentially following GDPR policy at all times • able to work effectively as a team member, under direction and also independently organising their own workload • able to consistently demonstrate an excellent level of literacy, numeracy and ICT skills

Experience of working in a school office with knowledge of SIMS and FMS is desirable but not essential as training can be given. In return we can offer: • a dedicated, hardworking and supportive team • commitment to professional development • a school committed to a child centred approach with values based decision making • a busy, varied and interesting working environment • a school that is committed to our shared vision ‘Roots to Grow and Wings to Fly’ for everyone Please contact the school office to request an application pack on 01460 72829 or by email: [email protected] Closing date: 12 noon Thursday 6th February 2020. Interviews: Thursday 13th February 2020 St Bartholomew’s CofE First School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects its staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to a DBS check through the disclosure process before appointment is confirmed.

St Nicholas Church of England Primary School Ash Walk, Henstridge, Templecombe, Somerset BA8 0QD

SEMH – SOCIAL EMOTIONAL MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT ASSISTANT required at St Nicholas Church of England Primary School. Salary Grade 13 £9.94 per hour Initial Working Hours/week; 4 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic SEMH support assistant in our school. This role will involve working closely alongside school staff, parents and pupils to improve well-being and academic outcomes. The successful candidate will have to show an outstanding level of the following: - Care for others and a genuine love to see children achieve their full potential - Ability to listen and empathise - Resilience and determination - Willingness to use their own initiative - Determination to work hard to ensure all necessary changes and support plans result in high impact - Passion for sports and the impact of physical activity on academic achievements. - Professional confidence to work alongside parents, staff and other lead professionals. You will need to: - Have experience with working alongside pupils and parents - ‘Happy children learn…’ - Be able to build healthy working relationships with colleagues. - Have undertaken relevant up to date training to support this role. - Be skilled at reporting to colleagues and parents. - Follow school policies for all work undertaken. If you are interested in this role, please contact our Headteacher, Mrs Alison Shearer, on 01963 362308. Completed application form with the names and addresses of two referees should be addressed to Mrs A Shearer, Headteacher at the school. Candidates are warmly invited to visit St Nicholas before the closing date. Closing date: Noon, Wednesday 5th February 2020 Interview date: Wednesday, 12th February 2020 – in the afternoon St Nicholas is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment. Appointment to this post will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. We are also fully committed to GDPR guidelines.

Little Pips Nursery

NURSERY NURSE Little Pips Nursery (part of Curry Rivel Primary School) is looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated person to join our team. Our aim is to provide an excellent environment for every child; nurturing care, creative experiences and lots of happy memories. Would you like to be part of this? You need to be: • Enthusiastic, caring and sensitive to children’s needs; • Have an understanding of child development; • Enjoy working as part of a team; • Trained to NVQ level 2 in childcare or above 37 hours (Full-time) Monday-Fridays Term-time or all-year contract negotionable

NURSERY ASSISTANTS Are you interested in working with 0 to 5 year olds? Have you thought about being a Nursery Assistant? Little Pips Nursery (part of Curry Rivel Primary School) is looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated person to join the team. Our aim is to provide an excellent environment for every child; nurturing care, creative experiences and lots of happy memories. Would you like to be part of this? You need to be: • Enthusiastic, caring and sensitive to children’s needs; • Have an understanding of child development; • Enjoy working as part of a team; • Trained to NVQ level 2 in childcare or willing to work towards this qualification. 1x 22.5 hours: Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays Term-time only 1x 18.75 hours: 8.45am-3.15pm Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays Term-time only

The Nursery has a commitment to safeguard children and all posts require a criminal background check via DBS, medical clearance and references Closing date: Wednesday 12th February Interviews: Friday 14th February For more information and an application form, please contact Miss Hollie Westlake (Nursery Manager) on 01458 252822 [email protected]

Keinton Mandeville Primary School, Chistles Lane, Keinton Mandeville, TA11 6ES Telephone: 01458 223452 [email protected] We are a small, village school with fantastic grounds, a broad and inspiring curriculum, committed and enthusiastic staff and a very special community. We have two posts available for a start as soon as possible after the February half term holidays. There is potential for these two roles to be combined.

POST 1: ONE TO ONE TEACHING ASSISTANT Grade 14 - £9.55 per hour Tuesdays and Fridays: 8:40am - 3:00pm and Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays: 8:40am - 12:00 midday (term time only). Fixed term until July 2020 in the first instance, with potential for extension. We are looking to appoint a friendly, enthusiastic, reliable and flexible One to One Teaching Assistant to work with two specific children within our Key Stage 2 classes. The successful candidate will: • have the resilience and desire to support children with complex needs • be a team player with a positive attitude and a sense of humour • be a reflective person, who is able to show initiative to enhance children’s learning

• firmly believe that every child can be successful in learning • have a good level of English and Mathematics (GCSE grade C or equivalent). Other qualifications, such as an NVQ Level 3, would be an advantage. • ideally have experience of working with children with complex learning needs

POST 2 – LUNCHTIME PLAYLEADER Grade 14 - £9.55 per hour Monday to Friday 11.45am to 1.15pm + 1 additional hour per week (term time only). Fixed term until July 2020 in the first instance, with potential for extension. We need a motivated, inspirational person to lead play in our rapidly evolving play environment. We are seeking an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to work outside in all weathers leading play with our children, aged from 4 to 11. Can you see a fairy castle in a stack of old tyres, a racing car in a sand-pit or culinary delights in a mud kitchen? Do you laugh in the face of mud and cold weather? If so, this could be just what you are looking for. Part of the role will be to lead our OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning) project on the playground and monitor, plan and organise equipment etc.

For a job description and further details please see the school website. Please apply by either sending a paper copy or emailing your application to the school. The closing date for both roles is 12:00 midday on Monday 3rd February, with interviews to take place on Friday 7th February. If you wish to apply for both roles, please make this clear on a single application form. Both posts are to commence on Monday 24th February, or as soon as possible after this date, subject to notice periods, DBS checks and other relevant clearances. At Keinton Mandeville Primary School the health, safety and wellbeing of every child is our top priority. We expect all staff, Governors, parent/carers and visitors to share this commitment to safeguarding our pupils.

Martock Church of England VA Primary School, Elmleigh Road, Martock, TA12 6EF Tel: 01935 823486 [email protected] Website: www.martock.somerset.sch.uk

The Governing Body wish to appoint a CARETAKER • Total 22 hours 30 mins per week • Monday – Friday 7.30am-9.15am and 3.30pm – 6.15pm during term time • Some additional paid hours during the school holidays • Required as soon as possible • Permanent contract • The post is paid at Grade 14 (£9.55 - £9.93 per hour) The caretaker needs to be • Honest, hard-working, flexible, friendly and helpful • Keen to work in a school environment • Available to be ‘on call’ for emergencies during out of school hours • Able to manage evening ‘lettings’ (2 hours each, approximately 14 per year) • Able to complete minor repairs and improvements to the site and building For further information about the post please refer to the Job Description and the Person Specification on the school website. Please apply by application form (available from the school website or school office). Closing date: 9.00am Monday 10th February 2020 Interview date: Thursday 13th February 2020 Martock Church of England Primary School is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced CRB check will be required. Martock Church of England Primary School is committed to Equal Opportunities

St. Aldhelm’s VA Church Primary School, Chelynch Park, Doulting, Somerset, BA4 4PL Telephone: 01749 880376 Email: [email protected]

CARETAKER/HANDYWORKER Required: As soon as possible Hours: 12½ hours per week – permanent, term time only (additional hours during evenings or weekends maybe available to the right candidate) Every day from 7.30am – 10.00am Candidate would need to live within a 10 mile radius of the BA4 4PL postcode Salary: £9.93 per hour Closing date for applications: 24th February 2020 at 12.00pm. Interviews: 27th February 2020. We are looking to recruit a caretaker/handyworker. The candidate needs to have and can demonstrate practical DIY skills. Main responsibilities: open and lock up of school premises as registered key holder, identify repairs, carry out daily maintenance, complete various safety checks, liaise with contractors. St Aldhelm’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children. This post is subject to a satisfactory DBS check, medical check and references. Application form and job description can be downloaded from our website: www.staldhelms.co.uk or contact the school office via email [email protected]

South Petherton Junior School, Hayes End, South Petherton, TA13 5AG Tel: 01460 240172 Email: [email protected]

*LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT AND LUNCHTIME SUPERVISOR Salary Grade 15 for LSA role (point depending on experience) & Grade 16 for MDS role 5 x mornings per week/term time only We require, as soon as possible, an experienced part-time learning support assistant to join our committed team, working both with children in small groups and within the classroom. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience across the whole of Key Stage 2 and strengths in intervention for Maths and English. They will also have appropriate qualifications within English and Mathematics (GCSE grade C or equivalent). They will also be part of our experienced Lunchtime team (12.20pm – 1.30pm). The contract is Fixed Term in the first instance until 31 August 2020; this will be reviewed however for potential extension from September 2020 onwards. Please contact the school for an application pack. Visits are strongly recommended. Closing date for applications: Wednesday 26th February 2020. Interview date to be confirmed: W/b Mon 2nd March

Required for the Huntspill Federation East Huntspill Community Primary School, New Road, East Huntspill, TA9 3PT Telephone (01278) 782453 Email: [email protected] Headteacher: Mr Derek Nevell

2 x MIDDAY SUPERVISORS Grade 17 point 1 £9.00 per hour 10 hours per week Commencing as soon as possible. We are looking for 2 friendly and enthusiastic team players to work from 12.00pm to 2.00pm Monday to Friday term time only. The midday supervisor’s role is to serve and ensure the smooth running of the hot school meals, packed lunches and the supervision of children at play. To be able to work as a team and ensure the health & safety of children at lunchtime. A Level 2 Food & Hygiene Certificate is essential, although this may be taken prior to appointment.

Applicants should be well organised and motivated, able to work on their own initiative, able to engage with children and promote positive play. This role may be combined with our cleaning role. Closing Date: Friday 7th February 2020 Interview Date: Tuesday 11th February 2020

CLEANER Grade 17 point 1 £9.00 per hour 10 hours per week Commencing on Monday 9th March 2020. East Huntspill School are looking to appoint a part-time cleaner to join our evening cleaning team. The hours of work are 4.00pm – 6.00pm for 44 weeks per year (working term time and an additional 5 weeks during school holidays). This role may be combined with our 10 hours per week Midday Supervisor Role. Applicants need to be able to demonstrate excellent attention to detail, a flexible approach and good communication skills. Previous experience of commercial cleaning is an advantage but not essential. Closing Date: Friday 21st February 2020 Interview Date: Friday 28th February 2020

The Huntspill Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake a disclosure and barring service check. Visits to the school are welcome. Further details and an application form are available on the school’s website at www.huntspillfederation.co.uk or by contacting the school.

Avalon School Head Teacher: Laura Searle

SPECIAL NEEDS COMMUNICATION LEAD (HIGHER LEVEL TEACHING ASSISTANT) Full Time Fixed Term Contract Contract dates: Fixed term for 12 months from start date (in the first instance). HOURS: 34.24 hours term time only and INSET days which includes 1½ hours planning time per week (flexible on day, depending on school requirement) Salary Grade: 12 Point 12-19 pro rata of full time £21,589-£24,799 [37 hours] Due to the increasing size of the school, Avalon are seeking to recruit a Communication Lead (HLTA) to start as soon as possible. Avalon is a growing special school catering for young people aged 11 to 19 years with a range of learning difficulties, including pupils with profound and complex medical needs. Our teaching assistants support pupils’ learning and personal care. The right candidate will have a positive attitude and a commitment to supporting pupils’ learning in school, as well as in the community, for example at college, the farm, off site educational visits and residential opportunities. All of these things are at the heart of our curriculum. As we continue to extend our provision for vocational learning, and preparing our learners for their adult lives, we also welcome applications from those from trade and vocational careers who have a commitment to enabling learners with SEN.

SPECIAL NEEDS TEACHING ASSISTANTS Full Time Fixed Term Contract Contract dates: Fixed term for 12 months from start date (in the first instance). Hours are 34.24 per week which includes After School Club (on Tuesdays or Thursdays to be determined by the Head teacher) Salary Grade 14: £18,426 (£9.55 Per Hour) paid pro rata of full time (37 hrs) Due to the increasing size of the school, Avalon are seeking to recruit Teaching Assistants to start with immediate effect.

Avalon is a growing special school catering for young people aged 11 to 19 years with a range of learning difficulties, including pupils with profound and complex medical needs. Our teaching assistants support pupils’ learning and personal care. The right candidate will have a positive attitude and a commitment to supporting pupils’ learning in school, as well as in the community, for example at college, the farm, off site educational visits and residential opportunities. All of these things are at the heart of our curriculum. As we continue to extend our provision for vocational learning, and preparing our learners for their adult lives, we also welcome applications from those from trade and vocational careers who have a commitment to enabling learners with SEN. There are also opportunities for Teaching Assistants to progress and develop through the TA progression pathways.

Closing Date: 9am Friday 7th February 2020 Interview Date: Tuesday 11th February 2020 To apply complete Somerset County Council application form, outlining how your experience, skills and expertise equip you for the role. Please refer to the person specification and job description in your application. Applications to; [email protected] or the school office. For further information please contact the school office.

Fiveways School, Victoria Road, Yeovil, Somerset BA21 5AZ Tel: 01935 476227 Caring, enthusiastic people needed to support pupils with Severe Learning Difficulties.

2x SEMH TEACHING ASSISTANTS Grade 13 (spinal points 8-11) (£10.34-£10.97 per hour) Term time: 39 Working Weeks 5 days per week (08:40-13:00 hrs, gradually extending to 14:30 hrs) Monday to Friday To start just before or immediately after Easter holiday and to end 31st August 2020 An excellent opportunity exists for enthusiastic people to join this ‘outstanding’ (OFSTED) school. The post holders will join a team of staff currently working with pupils across the school. Qualifications, experience and a real commitment to special needs and SEMH experience is essential Our school is committed to ensuring a ‘Safe Recruitment’ process including a Criminal background check. Job Description and Application Forms are available from the school website: www.fivewaysschool.co.uk Deadline for receipt of applications: Tuesday 25 February 2020 Date for Interview: Thursday 5 March 2020 (full day process) Only successful applicants will be contacted

The Redstart Learning Partnership, Redstart Road, Chard TA20 1SD Tel 01460 260266 Website: www.theredstartlearningpartnership.co.uk

PENSION, PAYROLL AND HR ADMIN ASSISTANT Hours 20 per week Salary Grade 13 Pro-rata. £9.93 - £10.97 per hour Term time only. Permanent The Redstart Learning Partnership is seeking to recruit an experienced Administrative Assistant to work as part of the Central Team based at Redstart School in Chard. Experience in payroll, pension and HR administration is highly desirable, including the use of excel spreadsheets to undertake monthly and annual pension reporting. The successful applicant will be part of the Central Team, reporting to the Director of Operations. Closing date Friday 7 February 2020 Interviews Thursday 13 February 2020

Start Date ASAP Please send your completed application to [email protected] Please note: Applications by CV or incomplete forms will not be considered. TRLP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Service check.

All Saints Church School, Ladies Walk, Montacute, Somerset, TA15 6XG 01935 826626 [email protected]

1:1 Full Time SEN TEACHING AND LEARNING ASSISTANT Fixed Term whilst the child is at All Saints Church School 30 hours per week (Monday - Friday) Term time only Salary Grade – 4: £18,426.00 pro-rata - £9.55 per hour All Saints Church School is a 7 class primary school set in delightful surroundings, three miles southwest of Yeovil. We are looking for the successful applicant to: • To have a flexible approach to work at All Saints Primary Church School to support a Key Stage 2 pupil on a 1:1 basis who requires an adapted planned curriculum; • Have knowledge and experience or a willingness to learn how to adapt lessons to meet the needs of an individual who needs visual aids, a multi-sensory approach and life skills; • Support and direct literacy, numeracy and daily tasks, clarifying and explaining instructions, whilst contributing to the modification and differentiation of materials; • Be flexible and adaptable, meeting new challenges within the classroom setting with a positive attitude; • Contribute to and assist in the development and monitoring of systems for review and recording of pupil’s progress; • Manage time well; • Be willing and flexible to take on other duties or tasks that the school requires. We can offer: • a strong Christian ethos; • a hard-working and committed team of staff; • well behaved, friendly and responsive children; • parents who are supportive of their children’s needs; • ongoing professional development and leadership opportunities. Benefits of working for the Bath & Wells MAT include; a generous pension scheme, enhanced sickness and parental benefits and a supportive working environment. The Bath & Wells MAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS and all relevant pre-employment checks. Candidates are invited to contact the school and arrange to visit and meet with the SENDCo or Headteacher. If you would like to arrange this please book an appointment with the school office via phone by calling 01935 826626 or email [email protected] Application forms should be accompanied by a full letter of application and sent to the school by post or email the School Finance/Admin Manager – [email protected] Closing date: Midday Friday January 24th 2020

Interview date: Week commencing Monday January 27th 2020 This post will commence: as soon as possible

Wedmore First School Academy, Blackford Road, Wedmore, Somerset BS28 4BS

SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL NEEDS LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT Grade 15, Point 3-4 £9.36 - £9.55 per hour We are looking to appoint the right person (or people) as a Special Needs Learning Support Assistant to work with children who require additional support. The successful candidate needs to be happy to work within our Reception year group but also flexible to meet requirements across the school. We can offer relevant CPD and the support of our friendly, experienced team. Start date: As soon as possible Hours: Monday-Friday 8.30am-3.40pm with a 30 minute lunch break. There is the potential for some flexibility in this post for the successful candidate(s) e.g. this could be a job share position. This post is temporary in the first instance; a fixed term contract until 17th July 2020 with the possibility of it continuing longer. Applications would be welcomed from people who are used to working in a team and that can offer a calm, consistent and positive approach to supporting children. You will need to be patient, assertive and have good empathy skills. The successful candidate would be expected to work under the direction of the teacher and the SEND team, but would also be required to use their own initiative and be adaptable to different situations. You should ideally be qualified to a minimum NVQ Level 2 or equivalent and have experience of working with children with SEND. Wedmore First School is a welcoming, friendly, ‘Good’ (OFSTED) school set in the village of Wedmore on the beautiful Somerset levels, near to the historic city of Wells. The essential ethos of our school is that all are valued, cared for and encourage to achieve in every way. Please see our website at www.wedmorefirstschool.org.uk to find out more about us. Visits to the school are welcome and further details can be gained by phoning the school office. We are committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS Certificate is required for this post prior to commencement. Application details and forms can be downloaded from the school website: www.wedmorefirstschool.org.uk Follow the Key Information signpost, then the Vacancies tab. Please ensure that applications are addressed to the headteacher, Ms Denise Mawdsley; this can be via email or through the post. Please complete and return by email, post or in person to: Mrs Val Jones School Business Manager Wedmore First School Academy Blackford Road Wedmore Somerset BS28 4BS Closing date: Thursday 6th February at noon Interview date: Week beginning 10th February Contact details: Telephone: 01934 712643 Email: [email protected] The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Any formal offer will be subject to completion of a DBS check.

Preston Primary Academy Trust, The Toose, Yeovil, BA21 3SN Tel: 01935 474538 Email: [email protected]

LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT - KEY STAGE 2 Required from April 2020 5 mornings and 3 afternoons per week Grade 15 Pt 3-4, £9.36 - £9.55 per hour (depending on experience) Salary is paid on a pro-rata basis term time only We are looking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team. The ideal candidate will: • Have a passion for supporting the education and well-being of our wonderful children. • Have a flexible approach and ability to work as part of a team. • Be willing to participate fully in all aspects of school life. • Demonstrate excellent classroom practice. • Have the ability to think on their feet and use their initiative. • Be motivated, passionate and reflective about their work. PPAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will require an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check, medical clearance and references. Visits to Preston C of E Primary School are welcome; please telephone to make an appointment on 01935 474538. Please apply in writing by completing the application form available from the trust website www.prestonprimaryacademytrust.co.uk Closing date: Wednesday, 5th February 2020 at 9.00 am Interviews: Tuesday, 11th February 2020

Countess Gytha Primary School, West Camel Road, Queen Camel, Yeovil, Somerset BA22 7FF School Office Tel: 01935 850345 Email: [email protected] Headteacher: Mrs Lisa Goodland Foundation Unit Office: 01935 850564

TEACHING ASSISTANT Required asap Fixed Term to 31 August 2021 Monday to Wednesday 18 hours per week 9am-12noon – Learning Support Assistant 12noon-1pm – Lunchtime Duty 1.30pm-3.30pm – Learning Support Assistant TA Grade 15 Pt 3 £9.36 per hour Lunchtime Role Grade 16 Pt 2 £9.18 per hour Salary is paid on a pro-rata basis term time only We are looking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant ideally with KS1 and KS2 experience (this role is combined with a Lunchtime Supervisor role) to join our friendly and supportive team. The ideal candidate(s) will: • Have a passion for supporting the education and well-being of our wonderful children. • Have a flexible approach and ability to work as part of a team. • Be willing to participate fully in all aspects of school life. • Demonstrate excellent classroom practice.

• Have the ability to think on their feet and use their initiative. • Be motivated, passionate and reflective about their work. • This role will also involve the undertaking of some cover supervisory responsibilities. • NVQ3 As part of PPAT we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will require an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check, medical clearance and references. Visits to Countess Gytha Primary School are welcome; please telephone to make an appointment on 01935 850345. Please apply in writing by completing the application form available from the school website www.countessgythaprimary.co.uk Closing date: Monday, 24 February 2020 at 9am. Interview date: Monday, 2 March 2020

Otterhampton Primary School, School Lane, Combwich, Bridgwater TA5 2QS Tel: 01278 652487 www.otterhamptonprisch.co.uk Otterhampton Primary School is a small school in Combwich ranging from pre-school to Year 6. The school is part of the Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust.

PRIMARY LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT REF: OLSA FTC initially until 31/08/2020 16 Hours per Week, 38 weeks per year (term-time only) – linked to specific pupil funding Working Hours: 9am – 12.15pm Monday to Thursday and 9am – 12 noon on Fridays Salary: BTCT Scale Points 3 to 4. Actual starting salary: £6,458 per annum At Otterhampton Primary School we aim to provide a rich and varied education for all of our students. We believe that ensuring students realise their full potential depends upon the continuous drive and passion for excellence displayed by our committed staff. We are seeking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant to work with a specific pupil with a range of medical, social, emotional and learning needs. The applicant will need to be flexible and able to use their own initiative to support and prioritise the needs of the specific individual. This role may involve some level of personal care. The academy works closely with relevant professionals involved in the care of this young person and all necessary training will be provided. The ideal candidate will have: • Experience working with children who have additional needs • Be able to read situations and respond accordingly • Understand the importance of a personalised and nurturing approach to learning. For further details and an application form please go to: www.otterhamptonprisch.co.uk/vacancies/ Closing date: Midday on 6th February 2020

Primrose Lane Primary School, Cunningham Road, Yeovil BA21 5FH Tel: 01935 475693 email: [email protected]

Part Time PRE-SCHOOL ASSISTANT Salary Grade 15 (Points 3-4; £9.36ph – £9.55ph) 15 hours per week (Term time only + further additional days as required) (Minimum of a Level 2 qualification in Early Years, Ideally Level 3) This is an exciting opportunity to work within our team, you will work alongside colleagues to provide high standards of care and education. As a keyperson, you will be expected to work in close partnership

22 with parents/carers to develop independence, confidence and self-esteem, by building the children’s resilience and well-being. Closing date: 12 noon on Thursday 13th February Interview Date: Monday 9th March Post to commence: Monday 20th April Visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the school office for an appointment. All non teaching posts are subject to a probationary period of 6 months. Our school and all its personnel are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Please go to our website www.primroselane.somerset.sch.uk for an application pack.

St James Church School, Cranmer Road, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 1XU 01823 272553 [email protected]

KITCHEN AND LUNCHTIME SUPERVISOR Pay Grade: £17,364 to £18,426 pro rata (Actual salary £6,534 to £6,689) Hours: 16 hours per week, term time only Working days/times: Monday 12.00pm to 1.15pm, Tuesday to Thursday 9.30am to 2.00pm, Friday 12.00pm to 1.15pm Location: St James Church School, Taunton An exciting opportunity has opened up for a Kitchen Supervisor assisting the Kitchen Manager in our catering operation which produces meals on-site for St James Church School and two other schools in the Bath & Wells Multi Academy Trust. The role also includes Lunchtime Supervision. We are looking for somebody with experience of working in a busy kitchen. This role would involve preparing meals adhering to the highest hygiene standards, working within our team of Lunchtime Supervisors during the lunch time itself, and using an industrial cleaning machine (full training would be provided). Training will be provided to assist the successful applicant in being able cover the Kitchen Manager’s duties when such situations arise. The role may involve some driving. We are able to offer the successful candidate: ● Private parking for staff ● Working as part of a welcoming, friendly, and dedicated staff team ● Supportive Leadership Team and Local Governing Body An application form can be downloaded from the school website www.stjamessch.co.uk or the BWMAT website www.bwmat.org along with a job description for each aspect of the role (please note only one application form is required). As part of the wider BWMAT you will benefit from the support of a professional and experienced central team and also a network of colleagues in similar role across other schools. The BWMAT offers excellent CPD and staff benefits for its employees. Please visit the ‘working for us’ tab on the BWMAT website for more details. Please post application forms to St James Church School, Cranmer Road, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 1XU or return electronically to [email protected] The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. All posts are subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check. Closing date for applications: Monday 24th February 2020 Interview date: Wednesday 4th March 2020

C/o Bridgwater College Academy, Bridgwater, Somerset TA6 4QY www.bridgwatercollegetrust.org.uk Tel: 01278 727327 Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust is a Multi Academy Trust currently supporting Bridgwater College Academy, Brymore Academy, Hamp Academy, West Somerset College and Otterhampton Primary School. The Trust is expanding, with 3 more schools joining in the very near future.

CAREERS LEADER Ref: TCL 37 hours per week, 40 weeks per year. Permanent BTCT Scale Points 16 to 18. Actual starting salary: £26,492 per annum This is an exciting, new opportunity to join our forward-thinking Trust. We are looking a Careers Leader to plan and implement a strategy for developing a careers programme for our Trust that meets all eight of the Gatsby benchmarks of good practice and prepares young people for the choices and transitions in education, training and employment. Over time, we expect the careers programme for our Trust to become a flagship example of best practice for engaging young people in the world of work across the full age spectrum. The successful candidate will have proven experience of delivering careers information, advice and guidance to 14 to 18 year olds. A relevant Level 6 special careers qualification would be preferable. For full details and an application pack for this position, please visit the ‘Vacancies’ in the ‘Working For BCT’ section on our website: www.bridgwatercollegetrust.org.uk Closing date for applications: Noon, Wednesday 5th February 2020 Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment. Our mission is that all children achieve. A criminal disclosure check will be requested for any applicant who is offered a position.

Court Fields School, Mantle Street, Wellington, Somerset TA21 8SW Tel: 01823 664201 www.courtfields.net

COVER SUPERVISOR 33 hours 45 minutes per week Term Time plus three Inset days (38 weeks) Grade 13 (Actual annual salary £14,464 - £15,969) Closing date for applications: Monday 10th February 2020 The Cover supervisor has an important role in the school, supporting and supervising the learning of students when teaching colleagues are absent. In addition to this, Cover Supervisors are required to cover lunchtime supervision each day as well as supporting in various areas of school when there are no lesson cover requirements. The post does not require qualified teacher status, although applicants with this status are most welcome to apply and often people use this as a stepping stone into teaching as a career. An enthusiasm for education and learning, and a commitment to supporting and working with young people are vital personal qualities for this role. Previous experience in a similar role is desirable but not essential as training will be provided. The vacancy is for 33 hrs 45 minutes per week and is term time plus three Inset days (38 weeks per year). The normal working day is 8:30am to 3:45pm with 30 minutes unpaid lunch break. In addition, colleagues may be required to attend full staff meetings. The post is Grade 13, on Somerset Support Staff Pay Scale.

SCHOOL CLEANER Afternoon shift 16.15 to 18.45. 2.5 hours per day, Monday to Friday 12.5 hours per week, term time, plus 5 weeks and Inset days Grade 17 (Actual annual salary £5,617) Closing date for applications: Midday Monday 10th February 2020 Applicants are encouraged to submit their application prior to the closing date as shortlisting will take place as applications are received and interviews may be arranged individually prior to this date.

Application packs for the above posts are on the school website or by telephoning 01823 664201. Completed applications to be emailed to: [email protected] or posted to: Mrs T Morcom, Court Fields School, Mantle St, Wellington, TA21 8SW The Castle Partnership Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all who work here to share this commitment. The successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure.

Brymore Academy, Cannington, Somerset TA5 2NB Brymore is a State Boarding School for boys aged 11 – 17 set in its own 60 acre site with a working farm, gardens, workshops and sports facilities. The school is currently expanding and this is an exciting time in Brymore’s development.

MATRON Required: ASAP Part time, 16 hours per week. Permanent contract 36 weeks per year (to include term time, inset days plus 5 Saturdays end of terms) Monday - Friday, from 9am to 12noon Matrons operate on a 4 week rota cycle – Week 1 - Wednesday 13.30 – 21.30 + Friday 08.00 – 16.00 Week 2 – Monday 0800 – 16.00 + Wednesday 13.30 – 21.30 Week 3 - Wednesday 13.30 – 21.30 + Friday 08.00- 16.00 Week 4 - Wednesday 13.30 – 21.30 + Saturday 09.00- 17.00 Salary: BTCT Points 7 – 9, commencing at point 7 Actual Salary £6,628 – £7,171 per annum We are looking for a well organised, practical and understanding individual to join the Academy as a Part time Matron. The post consists of working with the house parents to ensure the smooth running of the boarding house as well as overseeing the delivery of first aid and pastoral support to all the pupils in the school. The rota may be subject to reasonable change over time with consultation. We are looking for an outstanding individual to ensure the wellbeing of all the boys is at the heart of what we do, and to be part of a successful team. Closing date: Midday on 13th February 2020 Potential Interview: Tuesday 25th February 2020

ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT Ref: AA 37 hours per week, 40 weeks per year (to include term times) Permanent Salary: BTCT points 3-4, commencing at point 3 Actual salary: £15,722 – 16,041 pa Brymore Academy is seeking to appoint an Office Administration Assistant to join their friendly team. This role involves clerical support to the school, including using databases, spreadsheets and ensuring filing systems are kept up to date. You will be required to ensure that all stakeholders within the Academy are provided with an efficient and effective service and that your ‘can-do’ attitude it available to all.

This role also involves providing administrative support for the attendance system across the whole Academy, including liaising with parents and students, providing information to staff and relevant agencies. The successful applicant will need to have excellent computer skills and knowledge, be a good communicator and be able to deal with members of the public and outside agencies in a friendly and professional manner. Closing date: 12 noon on Thursday 6th February 2020. Interviews are likely to take place week commencing 10th February 2020.

Further details and application form for this post are available to download from our website www.brymoreacademy.co.uk or email [email protected] or telephone 01278 652369. Please ensure you return this completed application form with your request for consideration for the post. Brymore Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and therefore this post requires a criminal background check via the disclosure procedure.

Westfield Academy, Stiby Road, Yeovil, Somerset, BA21 3EP 11-16 Mixed Comprehensive

EXAM INVIGILATORS Salary: £9.55 per hour We are looking to appoint a number of responsible adults to invigilate, read and scribe for candidates in both internal and external examinations at the school this year. Applicants should be willing to work with students one on one, in small groups and in the larger examination hall. The main examination season runs 11 May 2020 - 17 June 2020 with internal examinations running each year in November and December. Sessions are up to three hours and usually take place between the hours of 8:30am and 4:30pm. Applicants will need to be able to offer some flexibility in working around the exams and have significant availability between 11 May and 17 June 2020. Please note this is a casual position and hours offered will be dependent upon your availability and our examination requirements. Applications are welcome from people with experience, but training will be provided. To request an application pack please contact the Headteacher’s PA, Mrs L Jeffreys, on 01935 446851 or via email at [email protected]. Alternatively you can download one from the school website www.westfieldacademy.co.uk Applications should be posted to the above address or emailed to Mrs L Jeffreys and marked for the attention of Miss A Taylor, Exams Manager. Closing date: 12:00pm Thursday 6 February 2020 Interview date: On either Tuesday 11 or Wednesday 12 February 2020

Inaura School

LEARNING SUPPORT WORKER Salary: £18,000 pa - Full time – 37 hours per week Needed at Inaura independent school to:- Provide 1:1 personalised learning to students. Safeguard students’ welfare Working in idyllic countryside locations which includes our Forest School site. Essential Experience with young people with special needs A desire to educate Skills to work appropriately and effectively with individual students Able to promote their social and emotional development Able to respond calmly and effectively to displayed behaviours

The confidence to work independently Excellent communication skills Use of own car for work Working location across three sites Godney near Wells, East Huntspill near Burnham on Sea and Burrowbridge near Bridgwater and Taunton. Desirable Good working knowledge of Safeguarding and Health and Safety Experience or Knowledge of National Curriculum subjects A Teaching Assistant qualification or willingness to gain one Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications We welcome applications from both males & females. We are an equal opportunities employer. Please visit our website www.inauraschool.org for information about our school. Inaura School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS clearance. Please email [email protected] or write to Zizi Relton at Moorview House, Burrowbridge, Bridgwater, Somerset TA7 0RB to request an application pack. Closing date Monday 10th February 2020

Mendip District Council

ENFORCEMENT OFFICER Enforcement Team – Neighbourhood Services Mendip District Council is an innovative authority set in the Mendip Hills of Somerset. We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Enforcement Officer on a fixed term contract for a 6 month period to work within our Enforcement Team. You will be required to deal with all aspects of Enforcement ranging from the application of notices and warnings through to case file and court proceedings in order to maximize the benefits to the community and reduce crime and anti-social behavior within the district. Skills and experience in delivering enforcement through a range of mediums and powers will be essential. The post holder will be required to demonstrate experiencing in investigating, negotiating and resolving enforcement complaints relating to environmental crimes, using a range of legislation and powers. Applicants must be able to provide evidence of working within a team, completing investigation and inspections using a range of mediums. Salary will be dependent on experience. Closing date for applications is 03/02/2020 For further details, please visit our website www.mendip.gov.uk. https://saas.zellis.com/capita5c/wrl/pages/vacancy.jsf?latest=01000591

3 Dimensions Care Limited — Chard TA20

TEACHING ASSISTANT SEN: To start ASAP: Closing date: 27 February 2020 £14,600 – £16,323 3 Dimensions School is looking for a new Teaching Assistant. If you think you have the drive and passion and think you can make a positive change through education, then we would like to hear from you as soon as possible. 3 Dimensions is an approved independent special school providing education for 7-25-year-old pupils (at present cohort is 7-16yrs old). It is accredited by the National Autistic Society for the quality of its provision and has an Ofsted rating of Good with some Outstanding areas. Ofsted described us as a HAPPY School.

We aim to provide a personalised curriculum and a quality education designed to meet each individual young person’s needs in an environment that is warm, secure and nurturing. We require a Teaching Assistant who can work with children and young adults with social/emotional difficulties and very challenging behaviours. This is a full-time position, term time only. Experience is not essential but enthusiasm and a willingness to learn are. Full driving licence required. Salary: £14,600 to 16,323 p/a depending on age and experience. 3 Dimensions is committed to safeguarding all young people placed with us and therefore all applicants will be required to have fully enhanced checks and several references will be sought. PLEASE NOTE: We only accept applications from candidates who have completed the company's application form. To apply please call 01460 68055 and ask for Aimi, to obtain an application form, Job Description and Person Specification or visit: www.3dimensions.org.uk/recruitment to download an Application form and view the Job Description/Person Spec online.