Vacancy Bulletin (Blue Sheets)

Issue No: 17

9 October 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.

*PUBLIC HEALTH SPECIALIST, STRONGER COMMUNITIES £47,391 per annum Full Time Taunton A bit about us We are looking for a dynamic Public Health Specialist with excellent communication skills and an ability to build strong relationships to lead our work in developing Stronger Communities. This involves managing staff, contracts and key relationships including the Somerset County Council Volunteer Service, our Voluntary Sector Infrastructure support contract and our Armed Forces Covenant. The Public Health Specialist (Stronger Communities Manager) is in the Public Health team, reporting to a Consultant in Public Health. This position is driven by the values of Public Health: identifying and addressing inequalities, promoting wellbeing and preventing illness. This post has particular responsibility for promoting and supporting stronger communities, managing the Somerset County Council Volunteer service and Somerset’s Armed Forces Covenant. Here's what you can expect to be doing You will be the person that the organisation and partners look to for leadership, advice and guidance around your areas of specialism. This post has responsibility for a number of contracts that support the voluntary sector and line management of several direct reports (including those managing others). As an experienced manager you will be used to supervising staff working across a range of service areas and keeping a grip on budgets. You will play a pro-active role in driving forward the public health agenda with communities. You will also be active in promoting the voice of communities, the voluntary sector and the commitments of the Armed Forces covenant within Somerset County Council and with our partners. A few things about you We are looking for an excellent communicator with a proven ability to develop strong working relationships. This includes the ability to engage with elected members, senior managers, staff, customers and service users. We want someone with an understanding of commissioning, including procurement and contract management. Knowledge and experience of relationships between the voluntary and statutory sectors will be beneficial, as will an understanding of the armed forces covenant. We are a close team and want someone committed to team work, supporting colleagues and a positive, can-do attitude. Enthusiasm, drive and motivation are key. So is flexibility, openness and innovation. You will have a high degree of individual responsibility and an awareness of, and commitment to, the disciplines of public health. Being able to develop, take on new ways of working and adapt as the situation requires will continue to be vital in this role. This is a full time role and may involve working across other areas of Public Health, including supporting the Somerset response to Coronavirus. Additional information For further information please contact Matthew Hibbert, Acting Public Health Consultant on 07976 691927. Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/job-search/job/?jobId=1735 Closing on 18 October 2020

*SENIOR PARTNERSHIP ENGAGEMENT OFFICER £30,451 - £34,728 per annum Full Time Taunton A bit about us An exciting opportunity has arisen for a self-motivated Senior Partnership & Engagement Officer wanting to apply their skills and experience. The role is based in the Partnership Business Unit as part of the Quality Assurance, Safeguarding and Care team in Children’s Social Care.

The Partnership Business Unit is responsible for ensuring that the Somerset child and young person has a voice about the ways all services are delivered to them and we work closely with children, young people, their families and communities, the services that support them and the stakeholders and decision-makers who can drive improvement for those services. Here's what you can expect to be doing • The role will involve applying your creative communication and engagement experience to play a leading role in promoting and raising awareness of the voice of the child and young person • Propose, plan & execute an engagement communications strategy for the Unit that is ambitious, accessible and engaging • Transfer children and young people’s ideas into professional communication for stakeholders and practitioners through working closely with Participation and Engagement Workers and the children and young people forums they support • This will include work being undertaken by the Somerset Youth Forum, Somerset Youth Parliament, The UnStoppables, Somerset Care Councils and the Participation Workers Network. • Collect case studies to demonstrate the benefits being realised for children and young people • Produce resources for use in awareness raising and staff and elected member training • Contribute to the quarterly and annual reporting of ‘Our Plan’ – the Somerset Children & Young Person’s Plan and Corporate Parenting Board reports to ensure that the voice of the child and young person is heard at strategic and board level • Play a key role in producing the next Children and Young People’s Plan and Corporate Parenting Board Strategy • You will work with staff at all levels across the Authority, and in partnership with the district councils, schools, health services and the police. You will be responsible for supporting all aspects of the successful delivery of communications about participation with children and young people and their families • You will also deputise in the manager’s absence • You will line manage an apprentice and supervise young volunteers. A few things about you • You will be educated to Level 4 or higher standard with a specialism in communication or design • You will need to use your excellent communication skills to engage with children and young people in creative ways, to find out what matters to them and to promote their voice to impact service improvement • Working with Participation and Engagement Workers, families and local communities is central to our approach as we work to the ethos of coproduction, as we know this achieves the best outcomes for people • You will have an appreciation for the role of service users and community members in driving conversations about community wellbeing and service development • You will apply your good research skills and curiosity to local and national trends, policy development and service improvement around the voice of the child and young person • You will be skilled in the area of gathering, collating and interpreting data in relation to campaign and strategy efficacy and impact on service users and community members • You will be able to demonstrate the ability to manage conflicting deadlines • Strong social care values, flexibility, a ‘can do’ approach and high standards will be essential for these roles as will be the ability to robustly advocate for children and young people’s rights. Additional information For an informal discussion about this post please contact Fiona Phur, Partnership Business Manager on [email protected] or phone 07811 307699. If uploading a CV please also include a supporting statement confirming how you meet the criteria.

Access to transport is essential due to Somerset being a rural county. Interviews will take place on 4 and 5 November 2020 in the evening on Zoom; you will be interviewed by a combined young people’s and officer’s panel. You will be asked to create a short presentation to bring to interview; further details will be given if short-listed. Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/job-search/job/?jobId=1736 Closing on 19 October 2020

SERVICE MANAGER – FINANCIAL PLANNING AND REPORTING £41,881 per annum Full time Taunton A bit about us We have an exciting opportunity for a suitably experienced Local Government Finance individual to join our Corporate Finance Team as a Service Manager in financial planning and reporting. The successful candidate will primarily be involved in the development of the Councils Medium Term Financial Plan, including complex modelling of future service costs and funding. The role will also be responsible for the production of the monitoring reports for both the Revenue Budget and Capital Programme and any associated statutory returns. Here’s what you can expect to be doing You should have extensive experience in providing technical and specialised financial support and advice to both services and finance colleagues. The post holder will take a leading role in the improvement and coordination of the Councils Budget Monitoring process which covers the monthly Revenue monitoring to Cabinet & SLT and quarterly capital monitoring processes. You will provide technical support to the Director of Finance and play a key role in the production of the annual Medium Term Financial Plan, which includes the development of the multi-year capital programme. This role includes overseeing duties in relation to asset accounting, specific non-service budget monitoring and managing the corporate apportionment process. You will be responsible for ensuring statutory returns such as the RA/ROs are completed timely and ensuring compliance with the Transparency Code with the publication of reports such as the over £500 report. A few things about you Applications are invited from Fully qualified CCAB Accountants and suitably skilled people with detailed knowledge of the framework within which local government operates. Due to the importance of this post, prior experience within local authority finance is essential along with detailed knowledge of SAP (the Council’s finance system) and a demonstrable adaptability to analyse financial data accurately. We are proud to offer an environment that is supportive and rewarding, working as part of a team who are passionate about the work they do, with supportive leadership. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who is looking to improve their technical and reporting experience. Additional information If you are interested in finding out more about this exciting opportunity, before applying, please get in touch with Ben Bryant via email at [email protected] or through Microsoft Teams. Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/job-search/job/?jobId=1727 Closing on 14 October 2020 All interviews will take place virtually via MS Teams.

*SOCIAL WORKER - CHILDREN LOOKED AFTER £30,451 to £34,728 pa Full Time Somerset We have opportunities in our Children Looked After teams (CLA) in Mendip, Sedgemoor and Taunton. The hours are negotiable and flexible. We are looking for Qualified Social Workers who are passionate and enthusiastic to join us in improving outcomes for our most vulnerable young people within the CLA service. We have come a long way in our improvement journey; join us as we strive to provide a gold star service for all children and young people. These vacancies have arisen in our very stable CLA team due to promotions. We can offer you • Small supportive teams to progress your career • Strengths and relationship-based approach to underpin your work • Regular high-quality systemic supervision • Flexible working and trust in your professional autonomy Permanence is our passion for those children that need it the most; promoting positive outcomes for children both educationally and socially with reconnection for all families wherever possible. Working in CLA you will have the opportunity to support profound changes to a child’s life, building long term relationships to see them through their journey. Within the Mendip team, there is also the potential to access training to develop an expertise in work with asylum seeking young people. Extensive training and development opportunities are supported by weekly CPD, on-site Consultant Social Worker support, pod working, and Advanced Social Work Practitioner (AP) Programme with role specialism. The AP salary scale is £34,728 - £38,890 pa. We promote flexible working within our CLA teams and will consider part time, 9 day fortnight and other flexible working approaches. Our offices in Mendip are located in Shepton Mallet, just a short drive from both Frome and Glastonbury and easily accessible from Bath, Wiltshire and North Somerset; with parking on site. Our Sedgemoor hub is in the centre of Bridgwater town with parking nearby. Close to M5 and arterial routes to other major towns; 20 mins by train to Bristol and nestled at the foot of the Quantock Hills. 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 please download our job pack for details. All interviews will be taking place virtually over MS Teams. You will need to be a Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England Registration in order to be considered for this position. Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/job-search/job/?jobId=1733 Closing on 3 November 2020

*COMMUNITY INCLUSION AND ACTIVITY DEVELOPMENT OFFICER – CSC £25,991 to £29,577 per annum Full Time Somerset A bit about us We are looking for someone enthusiastic, capable and well organised to join our fantastic team. As a team, we support children and young people with disabilities, to identify and meet their social care needs. We also promote and provide inclusive activities in the community.

The voices of the children, young people and their families is at the heart of what we do, so, if you are passionate about promoting choice, independence, and social inclusion, this could be the perfect role for you. Here's what you can expect to be doing The role of the Community Inclusion and Activity Development Officer is diverse and needs a creative approach. A few things about you You: • must be able to work independently and as part of a team to provide the best possible community based activity services for children with a disability in Somerset. • will have experience working in social care and understand the needs of children and young people who have a disability and their families. • will be confident and enjoy multi agency working, encouraging and supporting potential and existing providers of inclusive activities to meet the needs of the children and young people. Additional information For more information or an informal discussion about this post please contact Amanda Helliker on 01823 358117, 07887858925 or via email [email protected] All interviews will be taking place virtually via Microsoft Teams Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/job-search/job/?jobId=1739 Closing on 18 October 2020

*EDUCATION SAFEGUARDING OFFICER £19,165 to £22,014 per annum Full Time South Somerset A bit about us We are looking for an Education Safeguarding Officer to join our dedicated and hardworking Education Safeguarding Service on a full time, term time only (39 week) permanent contract. The Education Safeguarding Service are part of a multi- agency approach working with schools and families to ensure every child of statutory school age in Somerset accesses their full educational entitlement. This includes children with special educational needs and disabilities. Our work includes monitoring and challenging where necessary to secure regular attendance at school. We also undertake work around Elective Home Education. The range of work our service undertakes, supports all children to be safe and to achieve to their full potential. The Education Safeguarding Service also have responsibility to investigate children missing from education and provide a licensing service for children in entertainment and chaperones. Here's what you can expect to be doing You would be part of a busy team of Education Safeguarding Officers, Education Safeguarding Assistants and Traveller Education Liaison Officers. The role includes holding a caseload, advising and supporting schools in a locality and working with parents and students to resolve issues around accessing education. Using specialist knowledge, you will build, maintain and develop good working relationships with attendance leads, Head Teachers and other services/professionals concerned with the welfare and education of children. As part of this role you will convene and chair meetings with parent/carers, pupils and schools and lead criminal investigations using our statutory powers. Where appropriate you will prepare, on behalf of the Local Authority, prosecution cases in relation to non-school attendance. In addition, you will consider and use, appropriate statutory functions to ensure that all children and young people are able to reach their full academic potential.

A few things about you You will need to be flexible in your approach and possess the ability to adapt to the changing needs of the Service. Having a positive, can-do attitude is a necessity. You should be committed to the safeguarding of children and young people. Experience of working in other public services would give you the background, knowledge and understanding to engage and deliver the high standards required in this role. Additional information If you are interested in finding out more before applying, please get in touch with Kate Kift, Team Manager, on 07977 401307 or email [email protected] Due to COVID-19 all interviews will be taking place virtually, for example using Microsoft Teams. Interview Date - Tues 27 Oct Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/job-search/job/?jobId=1726 Closing on 13 October 2020

DRIVER £10,234 - £10,647 per annum Part Time Shepton Mallet A bit about us We have several opportunities for drivers, working 20 hours per week. Are you an experienced driver, used to transporting passengers with a variety of needs? If this sounds like you, would you like to be part of our Transport Team, working in the Mendip area? We also have relief opportunities available. Relief patterns vary depending on the needs of the service and how much you wish to work. The relief rate of pay is £9.81 per hour. Here's what you can expect to be doing You will transport a variety of people with various needs on mainly public service routes. The role is varied and interesting with a range of routes covered during the week, including some Learning Disabilities transport. A few things about you You'll need a D1 category on your driving licence or have passed the minibus driving test and you will have had experience of driving minibuses or large vans. As a driver, you will also be responsible for the safe operation and routine maintenance of the vehicle. Additional information For an informal chat about these roles please contact James Warren on 07976 799802. All interviews will be taking place over MS Teams. If you feel you have the skills and experience to join us as our driver, then please click ‘apply online’, we’d love to hear from you! Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/job-search/job/?jobId=1740 Closing on 19 October 2020

PASSENGER ASSISTANT £11,450 to £13,152 per annum Term Time Taunton A bit about us We have a 22.5 hours per week term time only (39 working weeks) opportunity for a Passenger Assistant to join Transporting Somerset's Fleet Operations Team in the Taunton area. Here's what you can expect to be doing Are you kind, versatile, flexible, able to get on well with people, and have previous experience of caring for people?

If this sounds like you, would you like to be part of our Transport Team, working in the Taunton area accompanying people with disabilities to and from their homes, mainly on minibuses, and assisting with their needs on the vehicles? A few things about you You would have contact with parents, carers and others who provide services, so good communication between these people are crucial. Additional information For an informal discussion about the post please contact Vince Carey on 01823 331266, All interviews will be taking place virtually via MS Teams Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/job-search/job/?jobId=1737 Closing on 14 October 2020

PASSENGER ASSISTANT £10,033 to £10,180 per annum Term Time Taunton A bit about us We have a 20 hours per week opportunity for a Passenger Assistant to join Transporting Somerset's Fleet Operations Team in the Taunton area. Here's what you can expect to be doing Are you kind, versatile, flexible, able to get on well with people, and have previous experience of caring for people? If this sounds like you, would you like to be part of our Transport Team, working in the Taunton area accompanying people with disabilities to and from their homes, mainly on minibuses, and assisting with their needs on the vehicles? A few things about you You would have contact with parents, carers and others who provide services, so good communication between these people are crucial. Additional information For an informal discussion about the post please contact Vince Carey on 01823 331266, All interviews will be taking place virtually via MS Teams Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/job-search/job/?jobId=1738 Closing on 14 October 2020

RELIEF PASSENGER ASSISTANT £9.62 per hour. Casual Bridgwater A bit about us Transporting Somerset requires a Relief Passenger Assistant to work as part of the Fleet Operations Team in the Bridgwater area. Relief work patterns vary depending on the needs of the service and how much you wish to work. Here's what you can expect to be doing Are you kind, versatile, flexible, able to get on well with people, and have previous experience of caring for people? If this sounds like you, would you like to be part of our Transport Team, working in the Bridgwater area, accompanying people with disabilities to and from their homes, mainly on minibuses, and assisting with their needs on the vehicles? A few things about you You would have contact with parents, carers and others who provide services, so good communication between these people are crucial.

Additional information For an informal discussion about the post please contact Steve Osborne on 01278 454617. All interviews will be taking place virtually over MS Teams. Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/job-search/job/?jobId=1743 Closing on 20 October 2020

Milford Infant School, Glenthorne Avenue, Yeovil, Somerset BA21 4PG Tel: 01935 475426 Email: [email protected]

CLERK TO GOVERNORS 10 hours per meeting Grade 13: £10.21 - £11.27 per hour Milford Infants’ School is seeking to appoint a Clerk to the Governing Body. The governing body, through its appointed and elected governors, plays a distinctive and essential role in the continuing success and development of the school. The primary purpose of the role is that of Governance Professional, working with the Chair of Governors, other governors, and Headteacher in dealing with administrative matters for the governing body and advising on legal issues of governance. The role will include preparing for, taking notes at and producing minutes for meetings and involves some evening work. Good keyboard skills and the ability to write agendas and produce accurate concise minutes are essential. Integrity and the ability to maintain confidentiality are essential. The post will involve several hours work for each meeting and, typically, there will be eight Full Governing Body meetings and three Finance Committee meetings per year. Closing date: Friday 16th October 2020 An application form is available from our website or by post on request. For more information on our school, visit our website at www.milford-inf.somerset.sch.uk Milford Infants’ School is 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.

Oaklands Community Primary School, Preston Grove, Yeovil BA20 2DU

AUTISM BASE TEACHING ASSISTANT We are looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to provide teaching and behavioural support to pupils placed in our Autism Base. The post will also include an additional 2.5 hrs Midday Supervisor cover. The post is to cover a maternity leave however, we will guarantee the post for one year. Hours: approx. 28.75 per week term time plus 5 days INSET. Salary: Grades 14 & 16 – negotiable subject to experience. Hours of work will be: Monday to Friday 8.30am to 3pm with an additional period after school one day per week for staff meeting (currently held on a Thursday). Please visit our website: www.oaklandsprimaryschool.co.uk for full information and an application pack. Closing Date: Monday 2 November 2020 @12pm.

Keinton Mandeville Primary School Email: [email protected]

CLASS TEACHING ASSISTANT We are a small, village school with fantastic grounds, a broad and inspiring curriculum, committed and enthusiastic staff and a very special community. We are looking for a Teaching Assistant to work as a part of our hard-working staff team, in both EYFS/KS1 and KS2 classrooms. The successful candidate will: • have the resilience and desire to support children with a range of 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, Mathematics (GCSE grade C or equivalent). Other qualifications, such as a NVQ Level 3, would be an advantage. • ideally have experience of working with children in this age range before The post is to commence as soon after the interview date as possible, subject to notice periods, DBS checks and other relevant clearances. The closing date for applications will be Monday 19th October at midday, with interviews taking place on Thursday 22nd October. This post is to work between the hours of 8:40am and 3:00pm, five days per week, term time only. It is, in the first instance, a fixed term contract until 31st August 2021; with good potential for extension. Salary Grade 14: £18,933 pro rata, £9.81 p/h. If you think you would like to be part of our school, please visit our school webpage at www.keintonmandevilleschool.co.uk to download an application pack, or email the school office on [email protected] . As visits to the school in advance of an application are not currently possible, please call 01458 223452 if you have anything you wish to discuss. Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS Disclosure check.

The Fosse Federation of Schools, incorporating Evercreech and Lovington C of E Primary Schools are seeking to appoint for a number of vacancies. Evercreech C of E Primary School, Evercreech, Shepton Mallet, BA4 6EH Tele: 01749 830447 Email: [email protected] NOR: 168

Post 1 BREAKFAST & AFTER SCHOOL CLUB LEADER Permanent term time only 18 hours 50 minutes per week Working 0735 - 0845 Monday to Friday and 1515 - 1800 Tuesday to Friday plus 2 hrs paid admin work Salary grade 14 £9.81 - £10.21 Our thriving and oversubscribed Breakfast & After School Club is looking for a new leader to join our team. We require an experienced practitioner, holding a Level 3 qualification in childcare/children’s learning or a teaching assistant qualification. You will be working with our three B&ASC Assistants in providing an enriched programme for our children outside of school hours. - The Fosse Federation of Schools, incorporating Evercreech and Lovington C of E Primary Schools are seeking to appoint skilled and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants with GCSE Maths & English and at least NVQ Level 2 to work with our children at both Evercreech and Lovington. The successful candidates will need to be passionate about learning outcomes for children as well as caring, with good communication skills, both written and verbal, be self-motivated and enjoy working as part of a team.

Post 2 KS2 LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT ~ Y5 & Y6 Fixed term to 31.08.21 15 hours per week Monday – Friday 0900 - 1200 Salary grade 15 £9.62 - £9.81per hour

Post 3 MDSA role of 30 minutes every day to support the children who are temporarily eating their lunches in their classroom. 2 hours 30 minutes per week Salary Grade 16 Point 2 £9.43 per hour This role to be combined with either Post 2 or Post 4 with the timings amended to allow for a 30 minute break each day.

Post 4 KS2 LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT ~ Y5 & Y6 Fixed term to 31.08.21 11 hours 15 minutes per week Monday to Friday 1300 - 1515 Salary grade 15 £9.62 - £9.81per hour We welcome applications for the posts individually, for any combination or all of the above.

Lovington C of E Primary School, Lovington, Castle Cary BA7 7PX Telephone: 01963 240305 Email: [email protected] NOR 51

Post 1 KS1 LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT ~ Mixed Class of Reception, Year 1 & Year 2 Permanent 27 hours 55 minutes per week Working Monday to Friday 0845 – 1200 & 1300 - 1520 Salary Grade 15 £9.62 - £9.81 per hour Combined with a Class MDSA role for 30 minutes each day to support the children who are temporarily eating their lunches in their classroom. Current lunch duty timing is 1200 noon to 1230 each day MDSA Salary Grade 16 Point 2 £9.43 per hour 2 hours 30 minutes per week permanent

Unfortunately, at this time we cannot accept visits to school but would encourage candidates to look at our websites. We are happy if you would like to telephone either of the school offices for an informal discussion. Application packs are available from our websites www.evercreech.somerset.sch.uk and www.lovingtonschool.co.uk Closing date for applications: Monday 19 October at 1200noon Interviews to be held: Thursday 22 October 2020 The Fosse Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidates will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Service check.

Beech Grove Primary School, Wellington, TA21 8NE

Full time SEN TEACHING ASSISTANT Post Maternity cover Application closing date: Friday 16th October at 12:00 Interviews will be held on: Tuesday 20th October 2020

32.5 hours per week, term time only Grade 15: £18,562 to £18,933 (pro-rata) depending on experience Monday to Friday 08:30 to 15:30 (term time) To commence as soon as possible, pending notice periods. We are looking for an outstanding teaching assistant to work in our school to support pupils with special educational needs. The post will entail working with individual pupils, either on a 1:1 basis or as part of a small group, to support the teacher in meeting the children’s SEN needs. This is a fixed term contract covering maternity leave. (Please note; we are in the process of setting up after school provision so there is likely to be an opportunity to take on an additional post working as part of this team). You will be working closely with the class teacher, phase leader and our SENCo to secure high quality provision and good outcomes for our pupils with SEN. The ideal candidate will: • Have experience working as a teaching assistant with primary age pupils OR a graduate with an interest to go into teaching • Have at least a Grade C in GCSE or O-Level qualifications, in Maths and English • Be passionate about inclusion and meeting children’s individual needs • Be highly motivated, resilient and committed to securing the best possible outcomes for our pupils • Be positive, proactive and solution focused • Have high expectations of yourself and the pupils you work with • Have a good understanding of working with children with special educational needs • Be a team player with a good sense of humour • Be willing to ‘go the extra mile’ for our pupils In return we can offer: • The opportunity to be part of a highly committed team who are passionate about their school and determined to see all pupils succeed • A happy and supportive working environment where everyone’s contributions are valued • Keen and enthusiastic children, who want to learn • Encouragement to develop new ideas and the opportunity to make a real difference • A commitment to you and your professional development Apply online: https://dasjobs.co.uk/job/sen-teaching-assistant-38/ Beech Grove 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 require a police check through the disclosure process.

Knights Templar Community Church School & Nursery, Liddymore Road, Watchet, TA23 0EX School tel: 01984 634385 Nursery tel: 01984 633429 email: [email protected] www.knightstemplarfirst.co.uk Headteacher: Mr David Frowde B.Ed, NPQH Ofsted No: 123860 / EY488355 “Be the best you can be with a zest for living,a thirst for learning and a spirit of kindness.” ‘Each individual is empowered to be the best they can be with a thirst for learning, a zest for living and a spirit of kindness’

NURSERY NURSE, 20 hours per week, term-time only Salary Grade 15:3 £18,562 p/a (£9.62 p/h) pro rata We are looking for an enthusiastic, caring practitioner to become part of our nursery team, who will work in partnership with staff, parents/carers and their children aged 0-5 years. The ideal candidate will:

• NVQ Level 3 in childcare or equivalent • Have a flexible approach to planning and delivering activities to promote the development, enthusiasm and potential of all children in our fully integrated and inclusive nursery setting for all children aged 0-5 • Be highly motivated, resilient and committed to securing the best possible outcomes for our children • Be positive, proactive and always solution focused • Have high expectations of yourself and the children you work with • Be a team player with a good sense of humour • Be willing to ‘go the extra mile’ for our children • Be able to use initiative to introduce interesting ways of learning • Have a commitment to their own professional development In return we can offer: • The opportunity to be part of a highly committed team who are passionate about their nursery and determined to see all children succeed • A wonderful school and nursery environment with extensive grounds to enhance learning • Encouragement to develop new ideas and the opportunity to make a real difference • A commitment to you and your professional development We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS disclosure is required. Applicant deadline: By noon on Wednesday, 14th October 2020 Interview: To be arranged during the week of the 19th October 2020 Recruitment packs are available by emailing [email protected] Candidates are invited to contact the nursery, and even with the current Covid-19 restrictions, we would encourage you to arrange to visit. Please book an appointment via the nursery office: 01984 633429.

Wookey Primary School and Little Acorns Playgroup Wells Road, Wookey, Wells, Somerset, BA5 1LQ Headteacher: Andrew Marsh Tel: 01749 673650 Email: [email protected] Website: www.wookeyprimaryschool.co.uk

TEACHING ASSISTANT LEVEL 2 OR ABOVE to work 1:1 with a SEND child from 8:45am to 3:20pm daily, term time only. Grade 15 £18,562-£18,933 pro rata, starting salary dependant on experience Do you want to work in a school which gets feedback like this from its parents? “I think it’s a brilliant School and your ethos is everything I would want for my two.” “You guys are fantastic and I’ve never seen such a hands on, dedicated team.” If so, we are the school for you! We are looking for someone to join our caring and committed team to support a child who is in year 5. Experience of working one to one with children with additional needs is essential. This post is dependent on the child continuing to receive funding to support their needs. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS disclosure is required. Applicant deadline: 9.00am Friday 16th October 2020 Interview: Week beginning Monday 19th October 2020 If you would like more information please [email protected]. Candidates are invited to contact the school on 01749 673650 and arrange to visit and meet with the SENCO. Application form and supporting documents here: http://dasjobs.co.uk/job/teaching-assistant-354/

Berrow C of E Primary School, Rugosa Drive, Berrow, Burnham on Sea TA8 2LJ Tel: 01278 783614 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.berrowprimaryschool.co.uk

SPECIAL NEEDS TEACHING ASSISTANT 26hrs 15mins per week, 8.50am – 3.05pm Monday to Friday, term time only. Start date 2nd November 2020. Grade 15 - £9.62 - £9.81 per hour, dependent on experience. Teaching Assistant required to support a child with specific social and emotional needs. This post is subject to funding and the child remaining at the school. The candidate should have experience of working with SEND children, is flexible, a team player and have a good sense of humour. GCSE A-C required in Literacy and Numeracy or at least Level 2. The successful candidate needs to be a good communicator and record keeper. Apply online or by post, downloading the application form on the school website www.berrowprimaryschool.co.uk or telephone the school for an application form. The school is committed to equal opportunities and safer recruitment practice and all staff appointed will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check. Visits to the school can be arranged after school hours by contacting the school office. Closing date: noon Monday 19th October 2020 Interviews: Wednesday 21st October 2020

Croscombe and Stoke St Michael Primary Federation

Maternity Cover KS1 TA - TEACHING ASSISTANT Hours: 27.5 hours per week Salary: In line with LA and experience Required for: Beginning of January 2021 – End of July 2021 We are seeking a hardworking and enthusiastic teaching assistant to join our committed team. The successful candidate will: • Have relevant experience of working with EYFS and KS1 children in a school setting • Have strong Literacy and Numeracy and ICT skills • Be willing to participate fully in the life of the school • Be able to manage learning with initiative under the direction of the class teacher and SENDCO • Be able to teach given intervention programs to select small groups. • Be passionate about encouraging children to achieve and reach their full potential • Have a creative flair in order to ensure the environment is educationally stimulating • Have good verbal and internet based communication skills • Be able to use ICT skills to make learning resources for the children. Application packs can be obtained from the federation vacancies page on our website: Croscombe and Stoke St Michael Primary Schools Federation Website Alternatively contact our school office by emailing: [email protected] Due to our full commitment in safe guarding our children, this post will require successful references and a full DBS clearance prior to appointment. Closing date: Friday 30th October 2021 Interviews Week Beginning: Monday 9th November 2021

Norton and West Chinnock C of E VC Primary Schools, Norton sub Hamdon Tel: 01935 881815 email: [email protected] Age range: 4-11 NOR: 180

Required for November 2020: CARETAKER – 15 hrs weekly over 5 days term time plus approximately 100 hours in the school holidays Grade 16 Pt 2 Annual £7097 and hourly rate is £9.43 per hour This position is term time, with an additional 100 hours during school holiday work. An opportunity has arisen for a Caretaker with a hands-on, proactive, responsible and safety conscious attitude to join Norton sub Hamdon and West Chinnock Schools. The Caretaker plays a key role at the schools. You will be working closely with the Premises Manager and Co- Head teachers to not only manage the security of the building but to take a pro-active role in the maintenance and management of the whole school site. The post will be mainly based at Norton sub Hamdon with the opening and locking up of the site as well as some care taking duties at West Chinnock School. You will supervise a dedicated team of cleaning staff at Norton sub Hamdon and you will have great interpersonal skills to support the school to create an outstanding learning environment for our pupils. You will work with the Premises Manager and County Building Surveyor to ensure that the school complies with all requirements of Health and Safety, risk management, and statutory recorded testing. You will liaise with contractors and external agencies regarding planned and reactive maintenance, and ensure that the day to day management of building services plant and equipment is undertaken to ensure the school site is clean, safe and provides pupils and staff with a great place to learn and work in line with School’s policies, practices and procedures. Experience must include: • Proven maintenance / DIY skills • Ability to work independently and part of a team • Knowledge of health and safety procedures and practices, including COSHH regulations • Organised and excellent communication skills Visits to the schools are encouraged and can be arranged by calling or emailing Kate McBain on 01935 881367 [email protected] to arrange a visit. An application pack is available from https://dasjobs.co.uk/job/caretaker-56/ or from the school website. Please find along with this letter an application form, a job description and a person specification which we hope will be of use when completing the form. Your application should include the names of two referees and their contact details. Please send it to the Heads’ PA Kate McBain [email protected] Closing date: 12.00pm Monday 12th October 2020. Interviews will be held on Tuesday 20th October 2020. Norton sub Hamdon and West Chinnock Federation is a safeguarding school committed to promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS and all relevant pre-employment checks.

Oake Bradford & Nynehead C of E (VC) Primary School, Oake Taunton TA4 1AZ

MIDDAY SUPERVISOR 5 hours 12.15 – 1.15pm Mon – Fri, Term Time only. Salary Grade 16: £18,198pa pro rata (£9.4325 per hour) Required to join our team, ASAP We are looking for a reliable and enthusiastic lunchtime assistant to supervise the children whilst eating lunch and on the playground. Applicants should be well organised and motivated, able to work on their own initiative, able to engage with children and promote positive play. Our school is committed to

16 safeguarding our children and this post will require a criminal background check (DBS) via the Disclosure Procedure before commencing work. For further details & an application form https://dasjobs.co.uk/job/mid-day-supervisor-8/ contact the school office on 01823 461533 or email [email protected] Closing date: Monday 12th October noon, Interviews TBC.

St Nicholas Church of England Primary School

Combined post of LUNCHTIME SUPERVISOR AND CLEANER required. Job type – 1 year fixed with a view to being permanent. (Salary Grading as on Somerset Support Staff Pay Spine) Lunchtime hours – Monday to Friday, 12:00 pm - 1:15 pm (Salary – Grade 17) Cleaning hours – Monday to Friday, 3:30 pm – 6:00pm (Salary – Grade 16) Full Job Description – Lunchtime Supervisor & Cleaner We are currently in need of expanding our lunchtime team and cleaning staff team due to our pupils eating hot meals in their safe class bubbles. We are looking to appoint a friendly, calm, caring, enthusiastic team member to join our current dedicated staff. This post will involve serving hot meals and supervising the children in each class bubble during their lunch hour. It will also involve daily outdoor play supervision for the children within their safe bubbles. The cleaning post will involve cleaning classrooms, adjoining areas and our staff room. The successful candidate will: - Be a dedicated team player and genuinely enjoy working with children. - Be an excellent role model for positive attitudes and behaviour. - Ensure confidentiality and give due regard to safeguarding at all times. - Follow the school’s guidance on Covid-19 and our school policies to ensure the safety of the children and adults. - Be willing to attend meetings and training as part of the job’s expectations. - Be able to build excellent relationships with all in our school community. - Have patience and professionalism in all areas of work – supervising and cleaning to the highest of standards. The main duties will involve: - Serving hot meals to the assigned pupil bubble (class) in the classroom. - Supervising pupils (hot meals and packed lunches) within the safe bubble and promoting happy meal times, healthy eating habits and good table manners each day. - Supervising pupils for playtime and encouraging safe, positive and creative play. - Follow all instructions from senior staff and the lead on the supervisory lunch team. - Cleaning agreed areas to the highest standards as agreed by the Headteacher. Lunchtime Supervisor required. Job Details Job type – 1 year fixed term with a view to being permanent. Hours – Monday to Friday, 12:00 pm - 1:15 pm (Start date – as soon as possible) Salary – Grade 17 - Somerset Support Staff Pay Spine Full Job Description We are currently in need of expanding our lunchtime team due to our pupils eating hot meals in their safe class bubbles. We are looking to appoint a friendly, calm, caring, enthusiastic team member to join our current dedicated supervisors. This post will involve serving hot meals and supervising the children in each class bubble during their lunch hour. It will also involve daily outdoor play supervision for the children within their safe bubbles. The successful candidate will: - Be a dedicated team player and genuinely enjoy working with children. - Be an excellent role model for positive attitudes and behaviour.

- Ensure confidentiality and give due regard to safeguarding at all times. - Follow the school’s guidance on Covid-19 and our school policies to ensure the safety of the children and adults. - Be willing to attend meetings and training as part of the job’s expectations. - Be able to build excellent relationships with all in our school community. - Have patience and professionalism in all areas of work. The main duties will involve: - Serving hot meals to the assigned pupil bubble (class) in the classroom. - Supervising pupils (hot meals and packed lunches) within the safe bubble and promoting happy meal times, healthy eating habits and good table manners each day. - Supervising pupils for playtime and encouraging safe, positive and creative play. - Follow all instructions from senior staff and the lead on the supervisory lunch team. Closing date: Friday, 16th October 2020 at noon Interview date: Thursday, 22nd October 2020 – morning. *All candidates are required to complete the job application form. Two referees should also be given for safeguarding and job suitability. Visits to our school are warmly welcomed. Please phone our school office on 01963 362308 St Nicholas Church of England Primary School is committed to safeguarding, equal opportunities and GDPR requirements. Successful candidates will be subject to DBS checks.

St. John’s Church of England VA Primary School, Priory, Wellington, Somerset, TA21 9EJ Headteacher: Mr Olly Priestley Telephone: 01823 662541 Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.stjohnscofeprimary.co.uk

AFTERNOON CLEANER “St. John’s Church of England Primary is a GOOD school. The welfare of pupils is a priority for all within the school community. The school is calm and orderly, and the children are polite, courteous and well-mannered.” OFSTED September 2015 An opportunity has arisen to add to an already successful school team as one of our cleaners. Salary: Hourly rate of £9.25 (44 working weeks a year) Hours: 11.25 per week from 3:30pm – 5:45pm Monday to Friday 6 weeks holiday clean to be worked over the year We are looking for someone who: • High standards of cleaning and hygiene • Can work effectively and efficiently • is a good team player and has effective communication skills with both adults and children • can follow agreed cleaning protocols and school rules • is able to support and embrace the Christian ethos of the school We can offer: • Full training • A caring and supportive school community • Enthusiastic and friendly children and staff Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact the school office for an application form and recruitment pack on 01823 662541 or [email protected] The post is to commence as soon as possible Closing date: Monday 12th October 2020. Interview date: Tuesday 20th October 2020 St John’s Primary School is committed to rigorous safeguarding procedures and promoting the welfare of all its children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post holder will be required to undergo a disclosure check and medical health questionnaire before taking up employment.

Walton CEVC Primary School, Walton, Nr. Street, BA16 9LA Age range: 4-11 NOR: 149 Tel: 01458 443675 Fax: 01458 841908 Email: [email protected]

SCHOOL CLEANER • 2 hours per day during term time • 6 weeks cleaning in holidays throughout the year • Grade 17 Point 1 (£9.24 per hour/ 50.1561 weeks paid per year) • Start Date: As soon as possible We are seeking to appoint a cleaner to join our school team. The role involves cleaning classrooms, toilets, corridors and other areas within the school from 3.45pm- 5.45pm Mondays to Fridays. We are looking for someone has; • Ability to work effectively and efficiently as part of a team • Ability to use initiative • Attention to detail • An understanding of the importance of confidentiality Walton CEVC Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS disclosure and pre-employment checks will be required for the above post. Please email or call the school to request an application form on (01458) 443675 or [email protected]. Completed application forms should be returned to the school via email or http://dasjobs.co.uk Closing Date: Thursday 22nd October. Interview Date: Wednesday 4th November

Bowlish Infant School, Shepton Mallet NOR: 114 Age range: 4-7 Tel: 01749 342514 Email: [email protected] Headteacher: Mrs Teresa Gilbert

SCHOOL CLEANER AND CARETAKER POST COMBINED Cleaning 20 hours per week @ £9.18 per hour 44 weeks a year plus 5.93 weeks paid holiday All cleaning duties for the school on a daily basis Deep cleaning in the school holidays Caretaking 2.00 Hours per week @ £9.55 per hour 44 weeks a year plus 5.93 weeks paid holiday Clearing leaves and keeping the school site tidy Small repair jobs around the school Weekly fire alarm and emergency light checks Other Health and Safety checks as required Maintaining COSHH checks During some parts of the year there may be additional hours required in order to maintain a tidy site. Bowlish Infant School is a small, friendly school on the outskirts of Shepton Mallet. Further details, including a job description and person specification, can be obtained by contacting the school email address. Visits to the school are welcomed. Letters of application should be emailed to the school email address, accompanied by a completed Somerset County Council application form available from the school website https://www.bowlishinfantschool.org.uk/vacancies/ or https://dasjobs.co.uk/job/school-cleaner- and-caretaker-2/. The details of two referees must be included on the application form.

Bowlish Infant School is committed to the safeguarding of its pupils and appropriate checks will be carried out throughout the recruitment process. The successful candidate will be required to complete a successful DBS check. Closing date: Midday, Wednesday 14th October 2020

Avalon School

SITE MANAGER - Permanent Position Grade 12 Spine Point 12 - 19 Salary Range: £22,183 - £25,481 Full time 37 hours per week all year round. To start as soon as possible Avalon School are seeking to appoint a motivated, organised and reliable Site Manager to support the Senior Leadership Team with maintenance, compliance, risk assessment and Health and Safety. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing premises related issues, including site security, buildings maintenance, health and safety procedures and practices. The ideal candidate will have experience in: • Managing and delivering both a reactive and preventative maintenance schedule. • Leading, managing and motivating a staff team, including carrying out appraisals. • Assessing and mitigating identified risks. • Thorough knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety issues (including COSHH). • To oversee the school minibuses and ensure they are in good repair and fit for purpose • To manage contractors on site and oversee their work They will be a master key holder for the school, need to be able to drive and have their own vehicle. They will be responsible for a team including a caretaker and cleaners. There is a need to be flexible and available to attend out of hours to attend to urgent security or maintenance issues and to open and lock the building for pre-arranged lettings. Avalon School is a small community special school in Street. It has approximately 60 students on roll. All students who attend the school have an Education, Health and Care Plan and have learning difficulties and/or disabilities. Avalon School is working closely with the Elmwood & Penrose Federation, and the successful candidate will have support from the Premises team at the Federation. There are opportunities and occasions to work across the sites within the wider partnership. Closing date: Monday 2 November Midday Interviews: Monday 9 November 2020 Visits to the school are encouraged, we can provide PPE for prospective candidates who would like to visit. To request an application pack or to arrange a visit to the school, please contact Mrs Sue Pring 01278 456243 or email [email protected] http://dasjobs.co.uk/job/site-manager-16/ ‘Learning for Life’ Avalon School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This appointment will be subject to enhanced DBS disclosure, medical clearance proof of the right to work in the UK and satisfactory references.

Tor School, Beckery New Road, Glastonbury, Somerset BA6 9NS Tel: 01458 258296 [email protected]

Fixed Term Contract until 23rd July 2021 37 hours per week, term time only Salary: Grade 15.3 (£15,757 per annum) To start as soon as possible TEACHING ASSISTANT POST TO WORK 1:1 WITH SEMH.

Your job will be to provide in-class support linked to an individual pupil Tor School is a Pupil Referral Unit that is committed to providing the best education possible for some of the most vulnerable children and young people in the Mendip area, who find it hard to access mainstream school. We are looking for someone who can work flexibly, creatively and collaboratively, as well as have a positive attitude in supporting the learning of young people in school, as well as vocational learning and activities off site. Closing Date: 14th October 2020 For further information email [email protected] or phone on: 01458 258342 To apply please complete the Somerset County Council application form which is available from www.torschool.org or from the school office.

Preston Primary Academy Trust, The Toose, Yeovil BA21 3SN Tel: 01935 676351 Email: [email protected]

ADMIN OFFICER Required as soon as possible This position will be based at Countess Gytha Primary School, Queen Camel, Yeovil Part time, 25 hours per week Monday to Friday 11:30am – 4:30pm Grade 13 Pt 6 - 11 (depending on experience) Salary is paid on a pro-rata basis term time only + 2 weeks Preston Primary Academy Trust (PPAT) has an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Admin Officer to support the headteacher, trust business manager and senior leadership team in their duty to ensure that the school meets its educational aims. As a key member, you will be working within a busy school environment, overseeing the office team and assisting with the administration, human resources and finances to ensure the smooth running of the school. You will be expected to use analytical skills, initiative and experience to deal with problems as they arise. The successful candidate will need excellent communication and interpersonal skills with experience of a general office environment and an aptitude for ICT. Integrity and confidentiality are essential. Candidates should have a good basic education with 5 A-C GCSE’s. Desirable but not essential is knowledge and experience of using FMS and SIMS. PPAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicants will require an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check, medical clearance and references. To apply please complete the non teaching application form available from the schools website www.countessgythaprimary.co.uk/staff-vacancies and send it along with a covering letter to [email protected] Closing date: Friday 16th October 2020 at 9.00 am Interviews: Tuesday 20th October 2020

Churchfield Church School Burnham Road, Highbridge, Somerset, TA9 3JF 01278 782743 [email protected]

Churchfield Nursery – EARLY YEARS PRACTITIONER Grade 3-4 (£18,065-£18,426 FTE) 25 hours per week, AYR Churchfield Nursery are seeking to appoint a creative and innovative Early Years Practitioner with proven experience of working with children in the Early Years Foundation Stage. We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual who is committed to work within our Early Years Team, supporting the planning and implementation of activities. You will be able to demonstrate your ability to work with individual or groups of children ensuring you are promoting effective teaching and learning. The ideal candidate will hold at least a relevant Level 3 qualification in Early Years and have a thorough knowledge and understanding of the EYFS, safeguarding principles and all other relevant legislation. Churchfield Church School and Nursery is part of the expanding Bath and Wells Multi Academy Trust. Candidates are invited to contact the school and arrange to visit and meet with the Nursery Manager. If you would like to arrange this, please book an appointment via phone 01278 782743 or email [email protected] 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. Application forms should be accompanied by a full letter of application and sent to the school office by post or email [email protected] Closing date: Thursday 15th October 2020 @ 9.00am Interview date: Thursday 22nd October 2020 This post will commence: As soon as possible after interview

Northgate Primary School, Bridgwater

APPRENTICE NURSERY PRACTITIONER (Advanced Level Apprenticeship) Weekly Wage: £129.69. Expected Duration: 18 months Vacancy Reference Number: VAC001649259 Clevedon Learning Trust is actively looking to appoint an outstanding and inspirational Apprentice Nursery Practitioner for Northgate Primary School to start as soon as possible. Are you passionate about working with young children to help them to grow and learn to the best of their ability? Are you mature in your approach to work? We are looking for an outgoing, organised, caring individual to come and join our team The role is 31.25 hours per week, term-time only to include INSET days, 8.45am – 3.45pm, with a daily 30 - minute break. Training is in Bridgwater once a fortnight. Northgate Primary School and Nursery opened in the centre of Bridgwater, Somerset in September 2017. Northgate Ethos statement: We believe our school will nurture all individuals on their journey of exploration and discovery to achieve their full and unique potential. Northgate Mission Statement: "To enable each child to become a lifelong learner, with the confidence to explore and discover, aspiring to high standards of achievement in all areas of their life." You will undertake duties including:

• Attending to the pupils’ personal needs, and implementing related personal programmes, including social, health, physical, hygiene and welfare matters • Supervising and supporting pupils ensuring their safety and access to learning Establishing good relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and being aware of and responding appropriately to individual needs • Promoting the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils Encouraging pupils to interact with others and engaging in activities in the classroom, shared teaching area or outdoor learning area • Encouraging pupils to act independently as appropriate Helping to prepare the classroom for focused and child initiated activities and to clear away afterwards • Supporting individual children as required Undertaking written/electronic observations as required Supporting Early Years Practitioners in managing pupil behaviour, reporting difficulties as appropriate Gathering/reporting information from/to parents/carers as directed • Provide clerical/administrative support – photocopying, typing, filing, collecting money etc. • Supporting children to understand instructions • Supporting children in accessing continuous provision • Supporting children in using basic ICT as directed • Preparing and maintaining equipment and resources • Being aware of and complying with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to the designated member of staff • Being aware of and supporting differences and ensuring all children have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop • Contributing to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school in line with school policies. • Appreciating and supporting the role of other professionals Attending relevant meetings as required • Participating in training and other learning activities and performance development as required • Assisting with the supervision of children out of lesson times, including before and after school and at lunchtimes • Accompany staff and children on visits, trips and out of school activities as required Requirements and prospects desired skills & qualifications • Have good spoken and written communication skills • Ability to build good relationships with colleagues and pupils • Ability to use ICT Self-motivation and ability to work on own initiative • Good organisation and time management • GCSEs A-C or 9-4 to include maths and English or suitable alternatives. • Full and relevant L2 qualification in Childcare Personal qualities • Be able to build good relationships with children, teachers, parents and carers • Be interested in children's development and learning • Be able to work well with the teachers they support General good health and record of attendance • Have lots of energy and enthusiasm for learning • Reliability and integrity: a sense of humour and optimistic outlook • Be flexible and adaptable • Willing to undertake personal and professional development Future prospects Progression routes include: Possibility of permanent employment Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for the Children & Young People's Workforce.

Foundation Degree in Early Childhood Studies Things to consider Public transport in Somerset is limited, please ensure you can travel to the employer and training. Job offers are subject to two references and DBS check. Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that’s part of their apprenticeship. At least 20% of the total hours are to be spent off the job training. The current minimum wage rate for an apprentice is £3.90 per hour. This rate applies to apprentices under 19 and those aged 19 or over who are in their first year. You must be paid at least the minimum wage rate for your age if you're an apprentice aged 19 or over and have completed your first year. Questions for candidates First question: Please explain the importance of confidentiality in the workplace and in childcare. Second question: What do you understand by Safeguarding Children and Young People? In return Northgate can offer you a brand new school environment with high quality learning resources working alongside a supportive and caring team. We are committed to providing excellent professional development opportunities for all members of staff through the expertise across the Clevedon Learning Trust. The school has a commitment to safeguarding children and has a culture of vigilance to support this. The post holder will be required to undergo a disclosure check with the Disclosure and Barring Service before taking up employment. Training Training provider: SOMERSET SKILLS & LEARNING CIC Contact: Chelsea Edwards 01278 426828 [email protected] Training to be provided Early Years Educator Level 3 Standard Cache L3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce L3 Award in Paediatric First Aid Functional Skills in maths and English if required Apprenticeship standard Early Years Educator To make an application, please apply online via this link https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeship/-540542 Closing date for applications: 19 October 2020 Possible Start Date: 02 November 2020 Contact the Education and Skills Funding Agency helpdesk Telephone (free): 0800 015 0400

C/o Bridgwater College Academy, Parkway, Bridgwater TA6 4QY www.bridgwatercollegetrust.org.uk Tel: 01278 727327 Bridgwater College Academy is an independent but wholly Government funded school for 3 to 16 year olds in Bridgwater.

IT CUSTOMER SUPPORT TECHNICIAN Ref: 099/100/101 37 hours per week, 44 weeks per year (Term time plus INSET days, plus 5 additional weeks) Permanent BTCT Points 5 to 6. Actual starting salary: £18,716 per annum We are looking for an IT Support Technician to join our busy IT team. The successful applicant will be expected to support the team, and to provide an excellent service to the users of IT resources across the whole academy. The role involves providing first line support to colleagues and pupils, and carrying out basic administration tasks. It is essential that you have excellent customer service skills, and have a good working knowledge of computers and networks, able to support colleagues with wide ranging IT skills and abilities.

Please note, although we are ideally looking for a full-time colleague, we are open to discussing flexible working options For full details and an application pack for this position, please visit the ‘Vacancies’ in the ‘Working For B&TC’ section on our website: www.bridgwatercollegetrust.org.uk Closing date for applications: Noon, Friday 23rd October 2020 Bridgwater 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.

Bridgwater College Academy, Parkway, Bridgwater TA6 4QY www.bridgwatercollegeacademy.org Bridgwater College Academy is an all-through academy for students aged 3 to 16. The academy is part of the Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust.

HIGHER LEVEL TEACHING ASSISTANT – READING AND LITERACY YEARS 5-11 REF: 094 31 hours 15 minutes per week, 39 weeks per year BTCT Points 10 to 12. Starting on Point 10, actual starting salary: £16,382 Permanent Putting students first is part of our fundamental culture. We strongly believe that positive outcomes for our students come from the professionalism, commitment and passion for excellence displayed by our staff. We are looking for a HLTA to assist in the delivery of the curriculum for our students who may need a bit of extra help to achieve. The primary focus of the role will be the co-ordination and delivery of reading and literacy assessments and interventions. The ideal candidate will have experience in delivering reading and/or literacy interventions and supports with a proven track record of success. They will provide support for students, the teachers, and the Academy to raise standards of achievement for all students by utilising advanced levels of knowledge and skills when assisting with planning, monitoring, assessing, marking and managing classes. You will support staff, students and the academy policies and strategies. You will also provide support for students’ welfare and support the inclusion of students in all aspects of Academy life. Please note, although we are ideally looking for a full-time colleague, we are open to discussing flexible working options Full details and an application pack can be found in the Vacancies section on: www.bridgwatercollegeacademy.org Closing Date for applications: Noon, Friday 16th October 2020 Bridgwater College Academy 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.

HIGHER LEVEL TEACHING ASSISTANT – PASTORAL (PRIMARY) REF: 097/098 27 hours 30 minutes per week, 39 weeks per year BTCT Points 10 to 12. Starting on Point 10, actual starting salary: £14,416 per annum Fixed term contract until 31st August 2021, pending funding Putting students first is part of our fundamental culture. We strongly believe that positive outcomes for our students come from the professionalism, commitment and passion for excellence displayed by our staff.

We are looking for a HLTA to assist in the delivery of pastoral support for our students who may need a bit of extra help to achieve. The primary focus of the role will be the co-ordination and delivery our behaviour and rewards systems. The ideal candidate will have experience with working with young people and have a proven track record of success. They will provide support for students, teachers, and the Academy to raise standards of achievement for all students. You will support staff, students and the academy policies and strategies. You will also provide support for students’ welfare and support the inclusion of students in all aspects of Academy life. Please note, although we are ideally looking for a full-time colleague, we are open to discussing flexible working options Full details and an application pack can be found in the Vacancies section on: www.bridgwatercollegeacademy.org Closing Date for applications: Noon, Friday 23rd October 2020

HIGHER LEVEL TEACHING ASSISTANT – PASTORAL (SECONDARY) REF: 095/096 27 hours 30 minutes per week, 39 weeks per year BTCT Points 10 to 12. Starting on Point 10, actual starting salary: £14,416 per annum Fixed term contract until 31st August 2021, pending funding Putting students first is part of our fundamental culture. We strongly believe that positive outcomes for our students come from the professionalism, commitment and passion for excellence displayed by our staff. We are looking for a HLTA to assist in the delivery of pastoral support for our students who may need a bit of extra help to achieve. The primary focus of the role will be the co-ordination and delivery our behaviour and rewards systems. The ideal candidate will have experience with working with young people and have a proven track record of success. They will provide support for students, teachers, and the Academy to raise standards of achievement for all students. You will support staff, students and the academy policies and strategies. You will also provide support for students’ welfare and support the inclusion of students in all aspects of Academy life. Please note, although we are ideally looking for a full-time colleague, we are open to discussing flexible working options Full details and an application pack can be found in the Vacancies section on: www.bridgwatercollegeacademy.org Closing Date for applications: Noon, Friday 23rd October 2020

TRUST HR MANAGER & BUSINESS MANAGER FOR THE CASTLE SCHOOL Grade 8 on Somerset Pay Scale £38,890 - £42,936 (plus £1,940 payable for student supervisory duties) An exciting opportunity to join The Castle Partnership Trust. We are looking to appoint an ambitious, self-motivated individual with a background in HR, finance and administration. This important role has two aspects - firstly, at a Trust level, to manage and coordinate HR functions, including payroll, HR related policies, SLT recruitment and casework across all Trust schools. Secondly, on a school level, to manage most day to day business operations at The Castle School (Finance, HR, IT, Procurement, Administration). A full job description and application pack is available on The Castle School website www.castleschool.co.uk or by emailing [email protected]

The closing date for applications is 9am on Monday 19th October with interviews to be held Wednesday 21st October. This Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced Disclosure Certificate.

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

REPROGRAPHICS TECHNICIAN 30 hours per week 41 weeks per year. 7.45 am-2.15 pm Monday to Friday (30 minutes unpaid lunch break each day) Grade 15 Point 3 (Actual annual salary £13,448) We are looking for a highly organised person to fill this busy role, providing a comprehensive reprographic service to all school users. The range of duties involved will vary from day to day, reflecting the busy and varied life within a secondary school. The post holder will be expected to be flexible in approach and outlook at all times and be able to communicate well with staff and students. The vacancy is for 30 hours per week Monday to Friday 7.45 am – 2.15 pm, with 30 minutes unpaid lunch break each day, 41 weeks per year https://courtfields.net/category/staff-vacancies/ Applications should be emailed to [email protected] or posted to: Mrs Tracey Morcom Cover Manager & HR Assistant Court Fields School, Mantle Street, Wellington, Somerset TA21 8SW The closing date for applications is Midday Monday 12th October 2020. Interviews will be held on Wednesday 14th October. 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 candidate will be subject to employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS disclosure.

Huish Episcopi Academy, Wincanton Road, Langport, Somerset, TA10 9SS Huish Episcopi is a successful, oversubscribed 11-18 school serving a large rural area of Somerset. The Academy prides itself on high academic achievement for all students, excellent standards of respect and behaviour in addition to outstanding teaching facilities and resources. The Academy has been awarded three specialisms in Languages, Science and Applied Learning, has established thriving post 16 provision and manages its own community sports provision, Huish Leisure, with its new Artificial Grass Pitch provision. The Academy is also proud of its Expressive Arts provision and excels at sport. We believe that Huish Episcopi Academy is a very special and rewarding place to work. We have the following vacancy available:

COVER SUPERVISOR 30 hrs p.w. Term time only. Permanent. To start as soon as possible. Salary range £19,698 to £21,748 pro rata. (Grade 13 pts 6-11) Application pack available from our website at www.huishepiscopi.net or from Miss Leach at the Academy. Telephone 01458 250501

Email: [email protected] Closing date for applications – noon on Friday 23 October 2020 Huish Episcopi Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts require a criminal background check to be completed.

1 St John’s Road, YEOVIL BA21 4NH www.bucklersmead.com Acting Headteacher: Mark Lawrence BA (Hons), M Ed, NPQH NOR 800+ (11 – 16)

Required for Autumn 2020

PASTORAL ASSISTANT (LEARNING MENTOR) Grade 14 (starting salary £12,753 per annum) 30 hours per week, term time only Buckler’s Mead Academy wishes to appoint an energetic and enthusiastic Learning Mentor to join our Student Support team, working alongside Year Coordinators to provide pastoral care and support for students. We are looking for someone with sound common sense, energy, initiative and an understanding of teenagers and their behaviour. Experience in a school setting, whilst desirable, is not vital but the ability to demonstrate confidence and care with 11 – 16 year olds is essential. Existing Level 2 Safeguarding training will be an advantage, but training can be provided. Confidentiality is an essential requirement for this role. In return, we can offer you the opportunity to work with motivated students, the full support of a dedicated and committed team of staff, a supportive induction programme and ongoing professional development, plus the opportunity to work in a successful academy in a beautiful area of the South West. In addition to this, all permanent staff appointed to Buckler’s Mead are enrolled in our Health Care package, receive discounted gym membership and are part of a national discount scheme. The academy is an 8 times ‘Investor in People’ and candidates can be assured of excellent support at all times. Buckler’s Mead Academy is a highly inclusive academy in the east of Yeovil. Our vision as an academy is that all community members are happy, achieve and have limitless aspirations. Our job as professionals is to ensure this happens. All our staff sign up to these aspirations and play a full role in contributing to this vision through inclusive teaching. We seek to recruit dedicated and talented staff, highly committed to making a difference. The academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitments. All appointments are subject to references and a full Disclosure and Barring Service check before confirmation Buckler’s Mead Academy is an equal opportunities employer. The campus is a no smoking site. If you think this could be the role for you, we would love to hear from you. Interested candidates should apply in writing to Mark Lawrence, Acting Headteacher using an academy application form and with a covering letter giving details of your current experience and suitability for the role. Thank you for your interest in this post. We look forward to receiving your application. CLOSING DATE: FRIDAY 16 OCTOBER 2020 (12.00MIDDAY) Interview date to be confirmed