Vacancy Bulletin (Blue Sheets)

Issue No: 3

24 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.

************************************************************************************************************* To receive an automatic update of the week’s latest jobs simply click on email alerts and fill in the subscription form. You can cancel the email alerts anytime you like.

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.

2

ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN ADVISOR Salary: £40,760 pa Location: Taunton Working Pattern: Full Time Closing Date: 30-Jan-2020 About us A unique opportunity has arisen for an Architectural Design Adviser with experience working within the construction industry. Autocad proficiency is essential. The major projects team as part of Corporate Property are responsible for the delivery of all the Council’s major construction projects, including schools and nursery’s to enterprise and innovation centres. Working with approved frameworks we source professional design teams and construction companies to work with us in delivering the projects. Main Responsibilities: • Provide and manage departmental response to feasibility study requests. • Design and deliver SAI project requirements • To produce CAD detailed drawings as required • To be actively involved as requested on key project working groups, and to contribute to company initiatives in relation to team processes. • To receive SAI referrals and to report regularly to the SAI Panel. • To carry out site visits when required to assess viability of and provide option appraisals for SAI and other proposed property development needs. • To monitor site construction progress and resolve queries. About the job Working within the Major Projects Team as part of Corporate Property, this role will be responsible for providing feasibility study reports for future new-build projects, developing the cost and programme model, identifying site constraints, general design advice and managing small Somerset Access Initiative (SAI) works in accordance with the authority’s statutory responsibilities and quality assurance procedures. Some travel will be required for project assistance, site visits and over-seeing site works. Working alone to agreed deadlines is a key function of the role supported by colleagues within the team and the wider Corporate Property. About you Skills and Experience Required: • Experience in AutoCAD essential • Experience working within the design and management sector of the construction industry. • Minimum HND qualified but preferably to degree level within a construction discipline. • Ability to produce, read and understand architectural/construction drawings • Excellent inter-personal skills and be self-motivated. For an informal discussion please contact John Houlihan on [email protected] or phone 07968 603801. Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-vacancies/job-details/?jobId=1322 Ref: SCC01072AB

*SENIOR PRACTITIONER MENTAL HEALTH Salary: £33,799 to £37,849 per annum Location: Somerset Working Pattern: Full Time Closing Date: 30-Jan-2020

3

About us Are you a Senior Practitioner or an experienced social worker looking for an exciting new opportunity? Do you want to shape the way mental health social work services are delivered? If your answer is yes, join us in Somerset! At Somerset County Council, our priority is to ensure everyone has the opportunity to live the life they want to live. To achieve this, we put the person at the heart of everything we do. With that in mind, we are seeking an enthusiastic senior practitioner to provide inspirational management within one of our four locality teams. You’ll work in a dynamic, supportive social care environment, managed by social work managers with mental health expertise – most are still practising AMHPs. We have created a flexible workplace which enables our people to carry out their very best work. Our management team will ensure you have the knowledge, skills and support to undertake your role. We adopt a ‘grow your own’ approach to development and progression and strive to ensure all staff are well-supported for the next step. About the job There are four mental health social work team works across the county. Your work base will be within a locality mental health social work office, on the same site as the inpatient wards, and alongside community mental health- and home treatment teams. The aim of the service is to promote independence and recovery for people with significant and complex mental health needs. The ability to travel across the County is essential. As Senior Practitioner, you will manage a team of adult social care workers, social workers, and Approved Mental Health Professionals (AMHPs), motivating and guiding all members to deliver work of a consistently high standard. Supporting independence and recovery for people through a community- focused approach should drive everything your team does, and we’ll look to you to achieve this. About you As Senior Practitioner, you will have strong social care values, a ‘can do’ attitude, and the ability to robustly advocate for people’s human rights. When it comes to your work, you’ll be brave in your approach, unafraid to do things differently, and able to demonstrate a real creative spark. This will be underpinned by your knowledge and experience of mental health social work – allowing you to provide clear direction and command the respect of your team. An integral part of this role is providing clear and inspirational leadership for your team – it is therefore essential that you have, or aspire to develop, some leadership experience. In Somerset County Council, our Senior Practitioners are known as Locality Leads. If you are interested in finding out more before applying, please contact Katherine Cleary, Service Manager on [email protected] or 01278 720294. Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-vacancies/job-details/?jobId=1319 Ref: SCC01070AMB

SENIOR CIVIL CONTINGENCIES OFFICER Salary: £29,636 - £33,799 per annum Location: Taunton Working Pattern: Full Time Closing Date: 16-Feb-2020 About us The Somerset Local Authorities Civil Contingencies Unit The five Somerset local authorities work together in partnership to deliver their responsibilities under the Civil Contingencies Act (2004) and other supporting legislation. We are a busy team of resilience professionals ensuring that the local authorities are ready to respond to incidents affecting delivery of our critical Services and those directly impacting our communities.

4

About the job An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified professional with appropriate skills and experience to join the team and put their mark on emergency planning in Somerset. This is a varied and challenging role offering a wide range of opportunities to contribute towards local and national emergency planning. It requires a dynamic, forward thinking individual able to see the big picture and work across the system to deliver emergency preparedness, response and recovery outcomes across Somerset. Joining a well-established team you’ll work closely with internal services, partner agencies and authorities, the voluntary sector and community groups to ensure robust measures are in place to keep the county safe. As a senior officer you’ll provide leadership within the team and for local authority services as well as wider multi-agency groups. You’ll lead a critical portfolio of corporate work programmes and high-profile subject matter, advising on policy, strategy and delivery options to ensure our statutory duties are fulfilled. You will be expected to fulfil line management duties and take part in a 24/7 duty officer rota. About you Educated to degree level or equivalent and computer literate, you will possess knowledge and experience of current legislation, Integrated Emergency Management and Business Continuity Management, alongside a proven track record of project management and partnership working. Being an effective leader, communicator and facilitator, you will have the ability to identify opportunities, work with others to build on existing good practice and influence change where necessary. You will be comfortable managing your own workload, coping with changing demands and deadlines and committed to continual professional development. For full requirements please see the Person Specification and Assignment Sheet. Please complete the application with specific reference to the Person Specification and Assignment Sheet, demonstrating how you meet the essential and desirable criteria. For an informal discussion about the role please contact Nicola Dawson on (07796 610211) or Jacob Forgham (07786 856911) in the Civil Contingencies Unit. Interviews will be conducted on Monday February 24 2020 and you will be notified if you have been shortlisted. Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-vacancies/job-details/?jobId=1332 Ref: SCC01076AMB

LANDSCAPE PLANNING OFFICER Salary: £14,818 - £16,439 pa Location: Charterhouse BS40 7XR Working Pattern: Part Time Closing Date: 14-Feb-2020 About us The Mendip Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is one of the UK’s finest landscapes. We are looking for a Landscape Planning Officer to work as part of the AONB Unit advising the AONB Partnership on landscape, planning policy and development issues in relation to the designation and the AONB Management Plan. Working with five local planning authorities and other key agencies, the AONB Partnership seeks to influence policy and promote good practice to conserve and enhance the area. The Mendip Hills AONB Partnership is funded by DEFRA, Somerset County Council, Bath & North East Somerset Council, Mendip District Council and Sedgemoor District Council and is hosted by Somerset County Council. About the job Prepare written responses on behalf of the AONB Unit to planning applications referred by the constituent local authorities in accordance with AONB wide policies. This will involve liaison and

5 negotiation with statutory consultees including Parish Councils, Environment Agency, Natural England and the County, Unitary and District Planning Authorities. Identify, review and formulate new position statements and supplementary documents through employing consultants for the AONB Partnership to adopt and recommend constituent local planning authorities to incorporate in their local development frameworks, eg design of agricultural buildings on Mendip AONB. Review and recommend responses to planning issues, including government consultations, liaising with planning authorities covering the AONB and with other AONBs and Natural England to propose policies for incorporation in government guidance, regional plans and Local Development Frameworks that support the aims of the AONB designation, eg climate and biodiversity emergency. Achieve a consistent approach across the Mendip Hills AONB by the 5 differing local planning authorities monitoring and promoting good practice through regularly co-ordinating and advising the local authority planning staff and taking an active part in the preparation of Local Development Frameworks through the consultation process including Green Infrastructure Plans Achieve a coordinated, consistent approach to traffic management across the AONB by the 3 highway authorities by raising and ensuring consideration of AONB issues in the development and review of Local Transport Plans and Freight Strategies. Liaise with other AONBs, South West Protected Landscapes Forum, National Association of AONBs and Natural England on national and regional planning policy issues of relevance to AONBs. Provide general planning advice for interested parties, including local groups and parish councils and members of the public, potential applicants’ agents relating to the AONB. Provide a planning advisory service to the AONB Partnership preparing and presenting reports to the AONB Partnership Committee and the planning committees of the relevant County, Unitary and District Councils, information notices, articles, giving presentations and attending the AONB partnership meetings including site visits for planning applications as necessary. Attendance at public meetings on planning applications and policies proposed in Local Development Frameworks as necessary. Prepare evidence for and represents the AONB Partnership in planning appeal inquiries and Local Development Framework inquiries as and when necessary. Contribute to the Review of the Statutory Mendip Hills AONB Management Plan, maintaining the planning GIS database, producing reports, statistics and analysis as required. Understand, uphold and promote the aims of the council’s equality, diversity and inclusion policies; health, safety and wellbeing of self and others; and Organisational values in everything you do. Equality and Diversity practice covers both interaction with staff, service users and communities and includes challenging discrimination and promoting equality of opportunity for all. About you We are seeking a motivated and suitably qualified person with the ability to work to maintain the natural beauty and special qualities of this designated landscape through the planning system. You will have a demonstrable and proven track record of relevant experience of working either in a local authority or private practice. You will need up to date detailed knowledge and understanding of development management and environment legislation and experience of effective working in active partnerships. Proven experience of planning issues. Knowledge of a broad range of countryside issues and the Mendip Hills will help. Competent with using IT for the production of reports, management information, presentations analysing and visualising data. The post is based with the Mendip Hills AONB Unit at Charterhouse Centre, near Blagdon. For an informal discussion about the post please contact JIm Hardcastle, Mendip Hills AONB Manager 01761 462338, [email protected] Interview date: 28 February 2020. Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-vacancies/job-details/?jobId=1334 Ref: SCC01071AMB

6

LIBRARY & INFORMATION OFFICER Salary: £13,944 - £14,507 per annum Location: Yeovil Working Pattern: Part Time Fixed Term Closing date: 29-Jan-2020 About us If you haven’t visited a Library in a while you may not fully appreciate what we offer, from Lego groups and Code Clubs, to IT courses and Baby Boogie sessions, and anything and everything to do with reading for pleasure. Our ideal candidate is more likely to organise a Harry Potter party and tweet about it than say ˜Shhh.” An average of 28 hours per week worked on a two week timetable: Week 1: Wednesday 9.30 am – 5.30 pm, Thursday 9.30 am – 6.00 pm, Friday 9.30 am – 5.30 pm. Week 2: Monday 9.30 am – 5.30 pm, Wednesday 9.30 am – 5.30 pm, Thursday 9.30 am – 6.00 pm, Friday 9.30 am – 5.30 pm, Saturday 9.00 am – 4.00 pm. About the job Libraries are about books and so much more. We are offering this brilliant opportunity for you to join us as we continue to evolve as an innovative service. From day one you’ll be working in a customer centred environment, a busy community hub that serves a diverse range of people, partners and organisations. About you We are looking for well-motivated people to provide a welcoming environment to our customers. You will be hard-working and receptive to change, with a wide general knowledge, an interest in books, and a digital curiosity. You will work in a team, dealing with enquiries and requests, planning and delivering interactive activities, and promoting our services. You’ll be encouraging the love of reading through a range of promotional activities. Confidence in the use of digital technology is essential; as you will be helping customers to use our equipment and their own. For an informal discussion about the post please contact Victoria Harvey on 07811 307551 email [email protected] or Debbie Ingham on [email protected] Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-vacancies/job-details/?jobId=1318 Ref: SCC01064AMB

FINANCE SUPPORT ASSISTANT Salary: £9,032 - £9,213 per annum Location: Taunton Working Pattern: Part Time Closing Date: 27-Jan-2020 About us We have an exciting opportunity to appoint a Finance Support Assistant, who will provide specialist high standard business support in the newly created central Children’s Transactional Finance team. About the job You will work across Children’s Services, providing advice, guidance and support for all financial transactional functions About you There is a high turnover of data input work, therefore we are looking for someone with a range of skills, but essentially, demonstrating good communication, organisation, good time management, attention to detail, accuracy and tenacity. You will be working within a small team, ensuring compliance with the financial processes, supporting colleagues, external providers, schools, and partner agencies. For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact Andrea Matthews, Business Manager. Tel: 07970 108154

7

Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-vacancies/job-details/?jobId=1325 Ref: SCC01074AMB

SEN PASSENGER ASSISTANT Salary: £8,288 - £8,454 per annum Location: Glastonbury Working Pattern: Term Time Closing Date: 05-Feb-2020 About us There are also relief opportunities available. Relief work patterns vary depending on the need and how much you wish to work. £9.36 per hour Transporting Somerset requires a Passenger Assistant to work as part of the Fleet Operations Team in the Glastonbury area About the job 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? You would have contact with parents, carers and others who provide services, so good communication between these people are crucial. About you For an informal discussion about the post please contact James Warren on 07976 799802. Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-vacancies/job-details/?jobId=1335 Ref: SCC01082AMB

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION APPRENTICE National Minimum Wage Pay Rates for an Apprentice: 16-17: £8,392, 18-20: £11,865, 21-24: £14,855, 25+: £15,839 Location: Taunton Working Pattern: Full Time Closing Date: 30-Jan-2020 About us It is an exciting time to join Somerset. 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. If you work for us we will give you the freedom to be innovative, to influence change and to really touch people’s lives. About the job The Client Finances Team helps social care colleagues in Adult and Health, Learning Disabilities and Mental Health support approximately 500 adult service users who need help to manage their financial and property affairs. We have helped make decisions that have bought homes for services users, deal with their investments, helped them go on fantastic holidays to Disney Land, anything that can make their lives better. The post will involve gaining experience and insight into all aspects of the administration that allows the Client Finances Team to effectively look after the finances for our clients. Working within Client Finances you will provide support to both the caseworkers and administration teams learning and taking on key tasks such as bank reconciliation, payment of invoices and confirming the spending of our clients to name but a few. Alongside this job, you will also study for an apprenticeship in Business Administration Level 2 with Somerset Skills and Learning. The apprenticeship is for 18 months. About you We are looking for an enthusiastic Apprentice with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with service users, their families, social care colleagues and staff of varying levels from a wide range of

8 other organisations. A keen eye for detail and accuracy, you will need to be organised, assertive and flexible with a good experience of Microsoft Office. Requirements of the role are: 5 GCSE's including English & Maths Grades A-C/Grades 4-9 For more information or an informal discussion about this post please contact Adam Masters on [email protected] or telephone 01823 356054. Interview date: 10 February 2020 Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-vacancies/job-details/?jobId=1331 Ref: SCC01079AMB

*BUSINESS SUPPORT ASSISTANT Salary: £18,065 to £18,426 per annum Location: Taunton Working Pattern: Full Time Closing Date: 29-Jan-2020 About us We provide administrative support directly to Independent Safeguarding Reviewing Officers and Quality Assurance functions. We are busy, but we enjoy our work and feel we are making a valuable contribution to the work of the service. About the job The workload is varied and demanding and requires a high level of organisational skill combined with flexibility, attention to detail and initiative. 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. Most of your work will involve communication with professionals from different agencies by email and phone so excellent communication skills are required. The nature of the work is sensitive and highly confidential. Strong IT skills are required. 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. For an informal discussion about the post please contact Natalie Jemmison 01823 359387 Interviews are likely to be held on 11 or 14 February 2020. Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-vacancies/job-details/?jobId=1320 Ref: SCC01069KF

SESSIONAL WORKER Salary: £9.55 per hour Location: Somerset Working Pattern: Casual Closing Date: 03-Feb-2020 About us The Family Assessment & Support Team (FA&ST) is Somerset County Council’s specialist parent & child fostering scheme. FA&ST has foster carers across Somerset that provides assessment or support placement for parents and their babies/young children. FA&ST foster carers can be required to provide a high level of supervision for the parent & child placed with them and this restricts what they are able to do outside the home. About the job We are looking for sessional workers who can provide short periods of support in the foster carer’s home; support might be required during the day time, evening or weekends. Regular hours are not available and can be subject to change at short notice.

9

About you If you think you could offer support to a parent & child in a foster placement and are interested in occasional pieces of work we’d love to hear from you. If you would like more information, please feel free to contact Maria Hargreaves on 01823 357434 or 07818 529167. This post requires a criminal background check via the Disclosure procedure. Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-vacancies/job-details/?jobId=1337 Ref: SCC01080SR

*APPRENTICE INSTRUCTOR Salary: £3.90 / £4.20 per hour Location: Kilve / Greatwood / Charterhouse Working Pattern: Part Time Closing Date: 02-Feb-2020 About us Apprentice Instructor Programme - 12 month contract For each and every time a child visits our Outdoor Centres we want their day to be special, memorable, fun and challenging – you will be a key to making this happen. As well as leading activities and training, each and every week you will support our Hospitality teams cleaning and preparing the Centre for groups arriving. By the end of the year, we aim to have prepared you for a career in the outdoor industry. During the year you will complete an Outdoor Practitioner Apprenticeship (equivalent to 2 A-levels). While you train, you will also earn. We can provide all accommodation, some meals and a wage of £3.90 (or you can choose not to live in our accommodation and earn £4.20 per hour). There will be no such thing as a typical week during your year with us, but there will be a great deal of training. You will deliver sessions regularly, and with support develop your group management skills. We will also provide at least 3 National Governing Body training courses and first aid. SORLS is the largest provider of Outdoor Education in Somerset and enjoys a reputation for high quality and standards. The Centres offer a variety of outdoor activities and educational courses. The sites are situated in a fantastic position in Somerset with immediate access to a variety of outdoor locations. For an informal discussion about the posts please contact Carly Kew on 01278 741270 or email [email protected] Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-vacancies/job-details/?jobId=1333 Ref: SCC01081AB

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

10

• 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.

High Ham Church of England Primary School

CLERK TO THE GOVERNANCE BOARD High Ham Church of England Primary School is seeking to appoint a Clerk to the Governance Board. The preference would be to appoint someone with previous experience in this field; however, full training will be available. The board, through its appointed and elected governors, plays a distinctive and essential role in the continuing success and development of the school. The clerk’s job is to work with the chair, other governors and headteacher, in dealing with administrative matters for the board and advising on procedural issues of governance and the board’s statutory duties. Central to the role is preparing for meetings, taking notes and producing minutes for meetings. The post involves some evening work and the successful candidate should be available at times during the day as and when required. Good keyboard skills and the ability to write agendas and produce accurate concise minutes are essential along with the ability to populate the board’s ‘monitoring’ software. Integrity and the ability to maintain confidentiality are essential. New clerks receive advice, support and training from Support Services for Education (SSE) the team available in Somerset to provide governance support. All clerks are encouraged to attend termly briefings in their locality to receive updates on the latest developments in governance. This is facilitated by SSE. The post will initially involve 10 hours work for each meeting and, typically, there will be 7 board meetings per year (4 full/general meetings plus 3 specific curriculum/monitoring meetings) along with 3 Business Team meetings (10 in total for the academic year). The clerk may be asked to take on additional work according to ad hoc needs.

11

The post of Clerk to the Governing Body has been evaluated using Somerset’s Job Evaluation Scheme at Grade 13: point 6 £19,1971 pro rata to point 11 £21,166 pro rata. High Ham C of E Primary School is committed to equal opportunities and safer recruitment practices. Appointments will be subject to a DBS enhanced disclosure check and references. Closing date 5 February 2020 at 9am with interviews taking place in the week beginning 24 February 2020. Application form and further documentation can be found on the school website. www.highhamprimary.co.uk and should be emailed to Chris Palmer, The Chair of Governors [email protected]

St John’s Church of England (VA) First School, Christchurch Street East, Frome, BA11 1QG Headteacher: Claire Marsland Tel: 01373 462251 Email: [email protected] Website: www.stjohnsfrome.co.uk

EXPERIENCED TEACHING ASSISTANT / HLTA - Required ASAP Grade will be based on teaching assistant experience. Monday to Friday 27.5 hours per week. Term time only. This is a permanent post. The successful candidate will have: • Several years’ experience as a Teaching Assistant • Excellent behaviour management • Knowledge of the National Curriculum and the EYFS Curriculum • Specific interest in at least one curriculum area • Good organisational skills with some experience in planning • A willingness to engage with professional development opportunities • Good evidence of working well in a team To apply please visit the school website for further details. Visits to the school are welcome. Please contact the school office to make an appointment. Closing date: Monday 3 February 2020 at 12 noon Interviews: Tuesday 11 February 2020 St John’s CEVA First School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Prior to employment an enhanced DBS disclosure will be sought together with other relevant employment checks

Combe St Nicholas CofE VA Primary School, Combe St Nicholas, Chard, Somerset TA20 3NG Tel: 01460 63116

SCHOOL CROSSING PATROL OFFICER Following the retirement of our colleague, we are looking for a new School Crossing Patrol Officer for our small, friendly primary school. The successful applicant must have a firm but polite demeanour and be able to demonstrate that they take road safety seriously. The Role The successful applicant will be required to work for 1hr each day as follows: Monday – Friday (8.30am – 9.00am & 3.15pm – 3.45pm) Benefits Pension scheme Well behaved children Friendly colleagues Full training Salary: Grade 16 Pt 2 Information regarding interviews will be given on application. The post is also subject to a successful DBS Check. If you have any questions please contact the School Business Manager, Mrs Penny Mooney ([email protected])

12

Closing Date: Friday 7th February 2020 Applications forms available from http://dasjobs.co.uk/job/school-crossing-patrol-officer/

Bishop’s Hull Community Primary School, Bishop’s Hull, Taunton, Somerset TA1 5EB “A village school; a world of learning” Head Teacher: Mr Mike Turner Tel No: (01823) 331624 Email: [email protected] Website: www.bishopshull.somerset.sch.uk

LUNCHTIME SUPERVISOR Start Date – ASAP Hours of work are daily from 12.00 – 13.30 Pay grade – 16 (£9.18ph) term time only. We are looking for someone to join our team of lunchtime supervising staff. The role includes preparation of the dining area, supervising the dining area, supervising children at play and interacting with children during their lunch break. Please apply via the application form found on the vacancies area on our school website www.bishopshull.somerset.sch.uk or https://dasjobs.co.uk/job/lunchtime-supervisor-72/

PUPIL SUPPORT STAFF Start Date – ASAP Hours are to be discussed and role(s) would be on a part time basis. Fixed term until 17 July 2020 in the first instance. Pay Grade depending on experience 16 pt 2 or 15 pt 3 Term time only. Do you have experience of • Small group or 1:1 phonics interventions? • Working with SEMH needs? • Supporting children throughout their school day? Are you • A team player? • Passionate about helping all children to achieve their best? • Calm and approachable? • Patient? • A good communicator? We have opportunities for the right people/person at Bishop’s Hull Primary School, and would love to hear from you. Please apply via the application form found on the vacancies area on our school website www.bishopshull.somerset.sch.uk or https://dasjobs.co.uk/job/pupil-support-staff/ – please clearly state your relevant experience, and why you’d like to join our Bishop’s Hull School team. For an informal chat or to arrange a visit to the school please contact Mike Turner (Headteacher) on 01823 331624 or email [email protected]. Closing Date – Monday 27 January 2020 Provisional Interview Date – Thursday 6 February 2020 We are committed to equal opportunities, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. The appointment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced clearance via the disclosure procedure.

ASC Resource Base Holway Park Primary School, Shakespeare Avenue, Taunton TA1 2JA

LUNCHTIME SUPERVISOR FOR ASC BASE Monday-Friday- 11.45am- 1.45pm Start date March or ASAP

13

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic person to join our team of staff who are responsible for supervising children with ASC in our specialist resource base under the guidance of our specialist staff. You will need to be calm, have lots of patience and enjoy working with children with differences. The role will include assisting children with eating programmes and supervising activities. Grade 17 Point 1 - £9 per hour 38 weeks per year (Term Time Only) Holway Park School has a commitment to safeguarding children and has a culture of vigilance to support this. Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory reference checks and a disclosure check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. Closing date- Friday 1st February 2020 Please email applications to [email protected] Official Somerset Application Forms only accepted no CVs. http://dasjobs.co.uk/job/lunchtime-supervisor-for-asc-base/

Swanmead Community School, Ditton Street, Ilminster, Somerset TA19 OBL Tel: 01460 52431 Email: [email protected] Headteacher: Mr Mark Walker

LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT Salary: Grade 13/Grade 14 – depending on experience Daily hours 9.00 a.m. – 1.05 p.m. & 2.05 p.m. – 3.30 p.m. – Term time only Contract: Permanent Start date – Monday 16th March 2020 or earlier if possible Come and join us at our small, successful 9-13 Community Middle School recently judged as ‘Good’ (Ofsted February 2018). The Staff, Governors and young people of Swanmead wish to appoint an enthusiastic and innovative practitioner to become an integral part of our Learning Support Team. You will support named pupils in a variety of lessons enabling them to access the curriculum and participate fully in school life. You must: • Have the ability to establish positive relationships with children, staff and parents. • Have experience of impacting children with their academic and social development. An application form and further details are available from the school office, or visit our school website – www.swanmeadschool.co.uk Closing Date: Thursday 6th February 2020 Interviews: Thursday 13th February 2020 This post requires a criminal background check as the school is fully committed to rigorous safeguarding procedures as well as equal opportunities.

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

AFTER SCHOOL CLUB SUPERVISOR Required as soon as possible Based at Kingfisher Primary School 17hrs 30 mins per week (Monday – Friday 2.45pm – 6.15pm) Grade 13 Pt 11 Full time salary range £21,166 (£10.97 p/hr) Salary is paid on a pro-rata basis – term time only

14

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Supervisor for our busy Afterschool club at Kingfisher Primary School. The ideal candidate will have experience of supporting and motivating children in a positive learning environment. The role of the position is to provide a stimulating and exciting environment for our children. To work on behalf of the children in delivering an interesting programme of activities in a safe play environment. You will be in charge of the day to day running of the afterschool club and will report to the Head Teacher. You will ensure that parents, carers and other visitors are made to feel welcome when collecting their children and that they receive appropriate information and advice regarding the childcare. Preston Primary Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding the welfare of all its children and staff. All applicants will be required to provide evidence of their right to work in the UK and complete a health and suitability declaration. Successful applicants will be required to have an enhanced DBS check and two satisfactory references. Visits to our school are welcome; please telephone 01935 472730 to make an appointment. Please apply in writing by completing the application form available from the trust website www.prestonprimaryacademytrust.co.uk The application form can be emailed to [email protected] or posted to Kingfisher Primary School, Kingfisher Drive, Yeovil, Somerset BA22 8FJ Closing date: 31st January 2020 Interviews: Week commencing 10th February 2020

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

15

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

CLERK TO GOVERNORS / ADMIN ASSISTANT 13 hours per week Term time only Pay Grade – SCP 6 - £9.94 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 a Clerk to Governors / Admin Assistant to: Provide high quality professional clerking service to support our Local Governing Board You will be accountable to the governing body, working mainly with the chair of governors and sometimes with the headteacher or other governors delegated for a task. And To provide efficient administrative support, reception cover & receive telephone calls to assist a busy office including undertaking manual and computer data entry/extraction and other clerical duties. 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. Candidates are invited to contact the school and arrange to visit and meet with the Headteacher. If you would like to arrange this, please book an appointment via phone 01935 826626 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 the School Finance Manager – [email protected] Closing date: Midday Friday 31st January 2020 Interview date: Week commencing Monday 3rd February 2020 This post will commence: ASAP depending on relevant pre-employment checks

Avishayes Primary School & Early Years Centre Fairway Rise, Avishayes Road, Chard, Somerset TA20 1NS 01460 63050 [email protected]

CLERK TO THE GOVERNORS / COMPANY SECRETARY Required - As soon as possible Permanent – Part-Time Salary: Grade 13 – Points 6 to 11 (£19,171 to £21,166 Pro Rata) 139 hours per annum Post is term time only (38 weeks)

16

The Governing body is looking to appoint a highly organised individual with a professional manner and effective communication skills to support Governors with their work. The clerk’s role is pivotal to the effectiveness of the board and you will work with the chair, other members of the board and Headteacher, in advising on procedural issues of governance, the board’s statutory duties and dealing with administrative matters for the board. Central to the role is preparing for, taking notes at and producing minutes for meetings. Good keyboard skills and the ability to write agendas and produce accurate concise minutes are essential. Integrity and the ability to maintain confidentiality are also essential. Hours are worked flexibly from home to fit in with the cycle of governing body business during the year. The post will involve some evening work and the successful candidate should be available at times during the day. New clerks receive advice, support and training from the SSE-Governance and all clerks are encouraged to attend termly briefings in their locality to update themselves on the latest developments in governance in their professional role as advisor to the board. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Application forms can be downloaded from the school website and emailed to: [email protected] A DBS disclosure and Childcare Disqualification form are required for this post. Closing Date: Monday 31st January 2020 - 9 a.m. Interview Date: Thursday 6th February 2020 a.m.

Brookside Academy, Brooks Road, Street, Somerset, BA16 0PR Tel: 01458 443340 Email: [email protected] Web: www.brooksideacademy.co.uk Twitter: @BrooksideStreet Headteacher: Brian Walton

SPORTS COACH 37 hours per week Grade 14 – £18, 426 All Year Round Appointment starts 1st July 2020 The post holder is a member of the Sports Coaching Team, responsible to the P.E Coordinator. They must support and work with other members of the sports team ensuring that it works as effectively as possible. Key Tasks: • To teach students according to their educational needs • To undertake designated programmes of teaching • To prepare lessons • To maintain discipline in accordance with the Academy procedures to encourage attendance, punctuality, good behaviour and good standards • To work as a member of a team • To assess, record and report on the attendance, progress, development and attainment of students and to keep and provide records as required • To contribute to reports, references and assessments of students as required • To ensure a high quality learning experience for students which meet internal and external quality standards • To work in Holiday Activities during the holidays Relevant qualification in a sports related field is essential. Prior experience of working with children within an educational setting is essential. First aid experience as well as experience and/or interest in outdoor activities would be desirable. This post ensures the safety and wellbeing of children at all times.

17

SPORTS ASSISTANT APPRENTICESHIP 37 hours per week all year round Appointment starts 1st July 2020 We currently have a vacancy within the Academy for an apprentice Sports Assistant. We are looking for an individual who is enthusiastic about sports. The role will be varied and interesting and will offer you a good learning platform to become part of a multi-skilled team. You will study the apprenticeship at Level 3 dependent on past work experience and qualifications; full training and support will be given. Grade C or 4 or above in Maths and English is essential. The apprenticeship scheme is run by Strode College.

SPECIALIST PROVISION TEACHING ASSISTANT Grade 15: £9.36 per hour Starting as soon as possible 31.25hrs per week Term Time Only 8.45 – 3.30pm Monday to Friday Permanent contract PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY We are seeking to appoint a dynamic and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to support learning in one of our Specialist Provision classes. There will be a requirement for some support during break times (including lunchtime duties). The successful candidate will join a friendly and supportive team of staff, who are committed to achieving high standards for all pupils. You will be expected to demonstrate: • Excellent communication skills • An understanding of how children learn • An ability to build positive relationships with children, staff and families • An ability to work across all of our Specialist Provision classes • GCSE Maths and English, Grade C or 4 or above • Good ICT skills

KS1 & KS2 TEACHING ASSISTANTS Grade 15: £9.36 per hour Starting as soon as possible 30hrs per week Term Time Only 8.45 – 3.15pm Monday to Friday Until 17th July 2020 in the first instance We are seeking to appoint two dynamic and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to support learning in our Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 classes. There will be a requirement for some support during break times (including lunchtime duties). The successful candidate will join a friendly and supportive team of staff, who are committed to achieving high standards for all pupils. You will be expected to demonstrate: • Excellent communication skills • An understanding of how children learn • An ability to build positive relationships with children, staff and families • An ability to work across all of our classes • GCSE Maths and English, Grade C or above • Good ICT skills

CATERING ASSISTANT - Part Time 16 hours per week during Term Time 11am – 2pm Monday, Tuesday, 10.45am-2pm Wednesday and Thursday and 10.45am-2.15pm Friday Starting ASAP Grade 16: £9.18 hourly rate

18

Key Tasks Include - • To perform a variety of tasks associated with food production and service in the catering unit. • To comply with all appropriate legal requirements in the catering unit. • To assist with all aspects of basic food preparation. • Cleaning and clearing of food production areas. • Working across a range of outlets as and when required by the service. • Part of the service involves driving meals to another school so a full clean driving licence is essential.

Closing date: by 12 noon, Wednesday 29th January 2020 Application is made by using the Academy Support Staff Application Form. Please send the completed application form to the main office by email ([email protected]) or by post. For an application form please go to the Job Opportunities section of the Academy website (http://www.brooksideacademy.co.uk/). For further information, please contact the school by phone (01458 443340) or email [email protected]. Brookside Academy 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.

Wedmore First School Academy A member of the Wessex Learning Trust

EARLY YEARS PRACTITIONER Salary: Grade 15/3 £18,065 Pro rata Hours of Work: 28.5 hours a week (Mon/Tues/Wed/Fri 1-6pm & Thursday 9-6 - all year round). There may also be a few additional hours available working within the main school and SEN team (to be confirmed). We are seeking a part time practitioner to work in our thriving nursery, supporting and developing children’s learning. The successful applicant will join an established nursery team working with children from the age of 2 to 4 years old. Candidates must hold a minimum of an NVQ Level 3 or equivalent Early Years childcare qualification. Our school is in the village of Wedmore on the beautiful Somerset levels, near to the historic city of Wells. Please see our website at www.wedmorefirstschool.org.uk to find out more about us! Visits to the school are welcomed and further details can be given by phoning the school office. Application details and forms can be downloaded from the school website: www.wedmorefirstschool.org.uk. 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: Monday 3rd February at noon Interview date: To be confirmed 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.

19

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

St John and St Francis Church School, Westonzoyland Road, Bridgwater, TA6 5BP 01278 456918 [email protected] www.stjohnstfrancisbwmat.org

LUNCHTIME SUPERVISOR Required – Permanent Contract 6.25 hours per week during term time Pay Grade 16 Scale Point 1-2 (£9.00-£9.18 per hour) The school wishes to appoint two enthusiastic lunchtime supervisors, from February 2020. This is a great opportunity to work with a team who enjoy making the school day as enjoyable as possible. You will work in the hall as part of the Lunchtime team as well as in a class and on the playground. You will be expected to:- • Maintain a calm atmosphere and encourage positive behaviour • Deal with any minor first aid incidents (training will be provided) • Report back to the class teacher at the end of lunchtime • Setting up and clearing away tables and benches and general cleaning duties

20

• Work effectively as part of a team and collaborate with others Candidates are invited to contact the school and arrange to visit and meet with the School Business Manager. If you would like to arrange this please book an appointment via phone 01278 456918 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 the School Business Manager – Naomi Chandler, email: [email protected]. Closing date: Thursday 30th January 2020 at 12.00 noon Interview date: Thursday 6th February 2020 This post will commence: As soon as DBS clearance & notice period dictates

Selwood Academy, Berkley Road, Frome BA11 2EF Tel: 01373 462798 Email: [email protected] www.selwood.somerset.sch.uk NOR: 661

MALE COVER SUPERVISOR required to start April 2020 Grade 13 – (£19,171) pro rata Hours are 19 hours 30 minutes per week, worked over 3 days, which are negotiable, but which ideally would include a Wednesday. This is a term time only position plus Inset days, 39 weeks per year. Closing date: midday 24 February 2020 Interview date: Thursday 5 March 2020 Please see our website for more details and an application form. We do not accept CV’s This post requires a criminal background check via the disclosure procedure.

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.

SPEECH AND LANGUAGE THERAPIST 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year. Permanent BTCT Scale Points 16 to 18. Actual starting salary: £25,830 per annum The Bridgwater and Taunton College Trust is seeking to appoint an experienced, qualified Speech and Language Therapist to work as part of our growing multi-disciplinary SEND Trust team. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with SENCos in our primary, middle and secondary academies, to manage and support in the delivery of a speech and language therapy service for referred students. This role will also lead on the development of a Trust wide holistic approach towards effective communication, working directly with staff to remove language barriers within the classroom context to ensure our students fully access all aspects of the curriculum. As a member of the SEND Trust team, you will also lead on SLCN training across the Trust and work alongside external agencies and parents. The successful candidate will: • be a qualified and registered speech and language therapist with the necessary expertise to lead on therapy intervention across the Trust

21

• have the skills to work collaboratively within a team and be able to build positive relationships with students and parents • be highly motivated and lead and develop new SLCN provision across the Trust • be committed to developing their own skills and knowledge We can offer you: • a Trust with high aspirations for all students and staff and a strong and supportive team of professionals • varied opportunities to develop skills and competencies, working with engaging students within a range of ages and need • opportunity to access clinical supervision and continual professional development A visit to meet with the Trust SEND Lead prior to application is highly recommended and welcome. 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, Friday 7th 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.

TECHNICIAN 20 – 32.5 hours per week – Term Time only Monday – Friday - hours to be agreed at interview. A job share will be considered Grade 14 £18,426 - £19,171 per annum, pro rata Actual starting salary £8238 (20 hours a week) £13,386 (32.5 hours a week) Required as soon as possible We are looking for an enthusiastic Technician, to support the Science Faculty in the preparation of materials and equipment for Science lessons. You will provide assistance to teachers and students during practical tasks, maintain stock and arrange maintenance of equipment and general administrative tasks relevant to the department. You will have strong practical skills, excellent communication and teamwork skills and the ability to cope with competing demands. A science background would be an advantage, but is not essential. Candidates will need to demonstrate the following: • Ability to work effectively and supportively as a member of the Science Team • Ability to work in an organised and methodical manner with minimal supervision • The successful candidate will have a good standard of education and IT skills • Ability to communicate well with both children and adults Closing date: Wednesday 29 January 2020 – 8.00 am Interview date: Friday 7 February 2020 To apply for this position, please complete a support staff application form (which is available on our website), together with a one page covering letter for the attention of Mr G Ball (Executive Head Teacher). Your letter should detail your experience to date and why you are the best candidate for the position. Completed applications should be returned by post or by email to [email protected] This post requires a criminal background check via the Disclosure Procedure

22

Kingsmead School is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all who work at Kingsmead to share this commitment This post requires clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)

SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL NEEDS (SEN) TEACHING ASSISTANTS Grade 14, Points 4-6, £18,426 - £19,171 pro rata Actual salary £13,215 – £13,749 New support staff salary scale 31.75 hours per week over five days Term time + 2 days INSET We wish to appoint caring, capable and enthusiastic individuals to join our team to support students with a variety of complex needs. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a school that is committed to looking after the well- being of all students and staff. Further details and an application pack are available from our website under: “Joining Us” – “Staff Vacancies”. For further information please contact [email protected] Closing Date for Applications: Monday 3 February 2020 at 12 noon Interviews: Friday 7 February 2020

West Somerset College is an all-inclusive College catering for 13 to 18 year olds, situated on the edge of Exmoor National Park.

COVER SUPERVISOR Job Ref: WSCCS 30 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (Term time plus INSET days) BTCT Scale points 7-9, starting on point 7. Actual starting salary: £13,464 per annum Permanent At West Somerset College 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 a continuous drive for excellence by our staff. We are looking for an individual who is able to work as a part of a friendly and effective team to support our students. Your main task will be to supervise students working when a colleague is not in college You will need to be educated to GCSE standard or equivalent in literacy and numeracy, with experience of dealing with young people. Experience of supporting students within an educational setting would be an advantage. Further details and an application pack can be found in ‘Vacancies’ in the ‘Information’ section at: www.westsomersetcollege.org Closing Date for applications: Midday, Friday 7th February 2020 All application forms should be fully completed. Incomplete application forms will not be considered. We do not accept CVs. Please indicate which Job Reference Number you are applying for on the application form. Once completed, please e-mail your application back to: [email protected]

23

Or post to: Human Resources Department Bridgwater College Trust C/O Bridgwater College Academy, Polden Campus, Parkway, Bridgwater, Somerset TA6 4QY

EXAM INVIGILATORS Job Ref: WSCEXI This is a casual position – hours and days vary according to need. Hourly rate: £9.74 per hour Zero hours contract At West Somerset College 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 a continuous drive for excellence by our staff. We are looking for enthusiastic, committed individuals who are happy to help and enjoy working with young people. Your core purpose would be to oversee and supervise examinations and to ensure that guidelines and regulations are followed. You will need to be educated to GCSE standard with a minimum qualification level of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) grade C or above. Further details and an application pack can be found in ‘Vacancies’ in the ‘Information’ section at: www.westsomersetcollege.org Closing Date for applications: Midday, Friday 7th February 2020

West Somerset College 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.

No on roll: 960

Our aspiration is to be great in all that we do. Are you a great role model and team player? If so, Preston School is the right school for you! We are a Business & Enterprise Academy that aspires to embody our strapline of ‘Bringing Learning to Life & Life to Learning’ for every student every day. We place a large emphasis on the development of character and personality of our students, alongside a relentless drive for improving progress in all of the subjects that they study. We aim to be GREAT in everything that we do. Our student body are wonderful to work with and visitors to the school regularly comment upon the great learning environment within the school, personified by the excellent relationships between students and staff. We firmly believe in the core BASICs that the students are asked to follow, and we recognise that teaching is made easier when students are engaged with their learning - as ours are.

REPROGRAPHICS ADMINISTRATOR 20 hours per week (Monday to Friday), term time only (39 weeks per year) Salary range: Grade 15 £18,065-£18,426 pro rata (£9.36-£9.55 per hour) The Reprographics Administrator role is very rewarding, challenging and different each day! Duties include: • Printing/producing school documentation • General office skills • Laminating/Binding • Maintain stocks of relevant supplies

24

We would love to receive your application if you are: ✓ ambitious with high expectations of all, including yourself ✓ an excellent team member ✓ Competent in IT ✓ committed to continually improving yourself and others

2 x MIDDAY SUPERVISOR 35 mins per day (13:00-13:35, Monday to Friday) Term time only (38 weeks per year) Salary range: Grade 16 £17,711 pro rata (£9.18 per hour) To assist with the supervision of students during the daily lunch break

Information on the school and posts can be accessed from www.prestonschool.co.uk/vacancies These posts are subject to two references along with enhanced DBS check from Criminal Record Bureau and medical history check. If you would like to visit us prior to applying then please contact Jaclyn Surrey, PA to the Principal, on the email below. Please apply by downloading the application form from the school’s website and return completed with a covering letter addressed to Gregg Morrison, Principal, to [email protected] Closing date: 9am on Monday 27th January 2020

The Castle School, Wellington Road, Taunton, Somerset TA1 5AU Tel: 01823 274073 www.castleschool.co.uk

CLEANER – 25 hours per week The Castle School in Taunton is looking to appoint a part-time cleaner to join our busy evening cleaning team, fixed term until August 2020. The hours of work are Monday to Friday, from 3.30pm – 8.30pm for 44 weeks per year (equivalent to 49.9378 paid weeks). The salary scale is Grade 16 on the School Support Staff Pay Scale, £9.18 per hour representing an actual starting salary of £11,460 per annum. Applicants need to be able to demonstrate excellent attention to detail, a flexible approach and good communication skills. Candidates should be happy to work on their own or as part of a team. Previous experience of commercial cleaning is an advantage but not essential. A full job description and application pack is available from www.castleschool.co.uk and the closing date is 9am on Monday 3rd February 2020. This school 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.

EXAM INVIGILATORS (Casual/variable hours) Required to start as soon as possible Hourly Pay - £10.29 (including holiday entitlement) Grade 16 pt 2 We are looking to recruit additional Exam Invigilators to help supervise public and internal school examinations. Experience of managing young people would be an advantage but is not essential.

25

The main examination periods are in November, January, March, May and June. The hours and days will vary according to need. Training will be provided. More information and an application form can be found on our website: www.chilton-trinity.co.uk All applications including application form and covering letter should be submitted as soon as possible. The deadline for applications is Thursday 30 January 2020 at 9.00am. Completed applications should be emailed to [email protected] Interview to be held on Monday 3 February 2020 We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS. Please note we will not consider applications made through an agency. Chilton Street, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 3JA Tel: 01278 425222 Fax: 01278 720066 [email protected] www.chilton-trinity.co.uk

Willows Devon Ltd

TEACHING ASSISTANT VACANCIES (Part-Time & Full Time) (New Posts Due to Pending Expansion) You will need to be compassionate, emotionally strong, organised, committed, determined, resilient and flexible...and an inspirational teacher with cross-curricular interests. We run a 4 Term Year. Our last Ofsted achieved a 'Secure Good'…just 6 months after opening. Salary by negotiation. Start date flexible. Willows21 is an all-girls residential provision for children who have experienced severe family crisis Join us and help make a difference. Deadline: February 28th 2020 Applications to: Head of Education Email address: [email protected] to request an application form

Mendip District Council

SENIOR PLANNING OFFICER Shepton Mallet, BA4 5BT £32,676 – £36,168 per annum Our current Senior Planning Officer is off to pastures new – to take up an amazing post in New Zealand. In light of this we are looking for an equally amazing member of staff to fill their shoes! Mendip District is currently experiencing a time of exciting growth in terms of housing and economic developments which requires excellent skills in planning in order to balance these proposals against the sensitive landscapes and historic environment that we look after. We are therefore looking for a qualified and experienced Senior Planning Officer to support the Council’s delivery of the development management service through the effective handling of planning and listed building casework, providing technical advice to customers and the Council. We are looking for a proactive and forward thinking individual with excellent negotiating skills who seeks solutions to issues and who uses their commercial awareness and know-how to deliver a high quality planning service. Mendip district is a great place to work with almost 3,000 listed buildings and 28 designated conservation areas. The Mendip Hills AONB contains more scheduled monuments than any other AONB in England and Priddy is 6th in the list of England’s parishes with the greatest number of scheduled ancient monuments. Mendip District Council support flexible working and are Investors in People accredited.

26

Applicants must have a degree level qualification in Town and Country Planning/Spatial Planning or an appropriate subject relating to planning and be able to demonstrate post-qualification experience dealing with a range of planning applications, giving pre-application advice and representing the Council at appeal. Chartered Membership, or eligibility for membership of the RTPI is necessary and applicants will need to demonstrate an extensive knowledge and understanding of technical matters relating of the overall planning process, policy, legislation, guidance and regulation and an awareness of the government planning reform agenda. For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Rachel Tadman on (01749) 341510 or Simon Trafford (01749) 341536. Apply online: https://saas.ngahr.com/capita5c/wrl/pages/vacancy.jsf?latest=01000588 Closing date: 14 February 2020

27