Vacancy Bulletin (Blue Sheets)

Issue No: 11

15 March 2019

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

Published by Dillington Advertising Services, C2 County Hall, Taunton TA1 4DY Tel: 01823 357739, email: adverts@somerset.gov.uk Latest time for acceptance of advertisements is 12 noon Monday 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.

Children's Services, Children & Families Operations East, Yeovil

*TEAM MANAGER - ASSESSMENT 37 hours per week Salary: £44,961 per annum inclusive of £5,000 recruitment or retention allowance for up to 3 years About us A Team Manager position has arisen in the Assessment Team in the South Somerset area. The role offers an exciting opportunity to work as part of a team which is on an improvement journey, is making good progress and is motivated and committed to maintaining momentum. You would be joining a supportive and dynamic management team. The post will be alongside other permanent, well established team managers and therefore we are keen to encourage aspiring team managers to apply. We are in a position to put in place a support package to enable experienced social workers, ready to step into management, the environment to develop successfully into the role. About the job You would be managing a team of social workers made up of a combination of experienced and newly qualified staff. The teams have a broad range of skills, are enthusiastic and supportive of each other and children are at the centre of our thinking. You would also have close working relationships with colleagues across the wider service to enable best outcomes and the achievement of the right permanence for children at the earliest opportunity. About you This is a great career progression opportunity at a time of positive change in Somerset. If you think you have the relevant skills and experience, we would welcome an application from you. You will need to be Social Work Qualified and HCPC registered. For more information or an informal discussion about this post please contact Richard Burrows on 01935 463560. Apply online at https://secure1.somerset.gov.uk/careers/details.html?jobId=505 Closing date: 31 March 2019

Children's Services, Child Placement & Resources County wide service – office base can be negotiated

*SOCIAL WORKER 37 hours per week or part time could be considered Salary: £29,055 to £33,136 per annum About Us The Kinship Care Team is a dedicated county wide team that will undertake the assessment and support of kinship carers. This will include assessing prospective connected persons foster carers and special guardians across the county. For children already living with connected persons foster carers or their special guardians the Kinship Team will carry out assessments of their support needs and deliver support services to them and their carers. About the Job This is an exciting opportunity to join and support the development of a dedicated county wide Kinship Care Team. Family and friends care is a complex and unique area of work which requires knowledge, skills, understanding and commitment in relation to both the assessment of carers and delivery of support services. By bringing together the assessments and support functions into one team our aim is to: • improve the quality and consistency of carer assessments. • tailor the support and supervision provided to connected persons foster carers to meet their specific needs. • Improve the assessment of support needs and develop & deliver a range of excellent services to meet the needs of this group of children and their carers. • improve placement stability and outcomes for this group of children and their families. You will be required to work flexibly across the service undertaking carer assessments, assessments of support needs and deliver support to children and their carers. The Kinship Care Team will be the responsibility of the Operations Manager Permanence and part of the Child Placements & Resources structure. You would be joining a stable and supportive resources service who are very committed to improving outcomes for children and the continued improvement journey of Somerset County Council Children’s Services.

About You Educated to degree level in a recognised Social Care qualification and registered as a Social Worker with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), you’ll have the ability to undertake complex assessments of kinship carers suitability to care for specific children; understand and undertake assessment of carers and children’s support needs; commission appropriate support services and where appropriate deliver direct support to children and their carers. Positive, adaptable and thorough you’ll be interested in service improvement and passionate about the development of a dedicated kinship care service. If you think you have the skills, passion and commitment then we want to hear from you. For more information or an informal discussion about this post please email Suzanne Lyus [email protected] or Jo Manning on [email protected] or telephone 01823 357146. Apply online at https://secure1.somerset.gov.uk/careers/details.html?jobId=491 Closing date: 21 March 2019

Children's Services, Inclusion Infrastructure Team – Virtual School, County Hall Taunton

VIRTUAL SCHOOL BUSINESS AND SYSTEMS OFFICER 37 hours per week Salary: £24,657 to £28,221 per annum About us This is an exciting opportunity to join the newly formed Inclusion Infrastructure Team. We are looking for a Virtual School Business and Systems Officer to work in this busy team providing financial support and administrative support to the Virtual School. About the job The Virtual School role is to ensure that child and young people in the care of the Local Authority has access to good quality education and providing them with improved life chances. We expect that every child in care will: have a school place. have a current Personal Education Plan. attend a full-time educational placement. The Virtual School provides support from pre-school and reception up to age 19 (or 25 for those in full time education), wherever they are educated. The role of the Virtual Schools is to: • promote high aspiration and raise achievement through challenge, support and targeted intervention. This includes the use of data to compare the attainment of CLA and those with SEND to that of their peers • ensure that children in care access high quality learning and their Personal Education Plans (PEPs) identify appropriate aspirational targets • Ensure all pupil premium funding is aligned to the needs of CYP and targets identified in the PEP • work closely with all those involved in the care and education of looked after children providing training and support to help understand the issues and challenges they face • promote the education of certain previously looked after children, this includes providing advice and guidance to relevant parties support the education of these children. About you This is a varied role which includes but is not limited to overseeing all financial aspects of the Virtual School such as payments and Capita development as well as driving the service forward by maintaining and developing the sound financial and administrative systems and processes. You will be responsible for managing a range of cross service tasks and will contribute to the development of the service and deployment of resources to meet the needs of children looked after. You will work closely with Strategic Managers and the Virtual School Headteacher to produce data and management reports. Flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing needs of the service is an essential part of the role. Confidence in using Windows 10 and flexible working in a SMART office environment along with experience of managing staff is essential. For an informal discussion about the post please contact Vicky Thomas, Strategic Manager on 0789 058 1062. Closing date: 25/03/2019 Interview date: 03/04/2019 Apply online at https://secure1.somerset.gov.uk/careers/details.html?jobId=499 Closing date: 25 March 2019 Interviews: 3 April 2019

Children's Services, The Lodge, Taunton and Beechtrees, Wellington

*NIGHT SUPPORT WORKER Various hours available per week Salary: £21,964 to £23,582 pro rata. Salary includes a one third enhancement for all hours worked between 10.00pm and 7.00am as a sleeping night. Salary is dependent upon qualifications and experience. You will be paid an additional £1.59 per hour for each hour worked on Saturday and Sunday. About us We are looking for committed, enthusiastic people to work at our home supporting children with disabilities and their families. Our aim is to give them a fun and stimulating home from home experience whilst giving their families a break from caring. Everybody’s needs are different – all children have a learning disability with profound physical disabilities and complex medical health needs. About the job As a Waking Night Support Worker, you will provide nightly care delivery and support to individual young people in accordance with their individual support plans, whilst following Service policies, procedures and Health & Safety regulations. About you You will already have some knowledge and understanding of residential work or some experience of working with children. However, we offer excellent training, Diploma for the Children & Young Peoples Workforce (QCF) Level 3, support, induction and additional training for specific medical procedures. If you think that you have these qualities and are interested in joining our team, we would love to hear from you. To discuss the role further please contact Karen Hill, Registered Manager on 01823 354604. Apply online at https://secure1.somerset.gov.uk/careers/details.html?jobId=502 Closing date: 31 March 2019

Children's Services, South Somerset, Mendip and Taunton and West Somerset

*FAMILY INTERVENTION WORKERS 37 hours per week Salary: £21,074 to £23,866 per annum About us The getset Service is part of Somerset County Council’s contribution to the Early Help landscape. getset’s mission is to give children, young people and their families the best possible start in life. We recognise that the right help at the right time in the right place can make a big difference in the longer term, and aim to help families overcome small challenges before they become big ones. Key to our approach is to ensure families are able to help themselves and find their own solutions to problems; developing the resilience to deal with these problems effectively will also help them not become dependent on external services. About the job You will be part of an ambitious multi agency team, working alongside statutory and non-statutory partner agencies to ensure improved and sustainable outcomes for children, young people and parents/carers. About you You will have • A good understanding of the Think Family approach and the governments Troubled Families Programme. • Some experience of working with children, young people & families in one to ones or group settings. • An understanding of the skills required to engage, assess and plan to support the needs of children, young people and families. • Understanding or have experience in multi-agency working to safeguard children and young people. • Excellent communication skills, attention to detail and a broad range of IT skills with a minimum of GCSE Grade C (or equivalent) in Maths and English and a relevant Level 3 qualification. To discuss the role further, you can get in contact with Sam Fahey, Operations Manager Prevention on 07977 411298. Apply online at https://secure1.somerset.gov.uk/careers/details.html?jobId=504 Closing date: 31 March 2019

Children's Services We have roles across our three homes in Taunton, Wellington, and Curry Rivel

*SUPPORT WORKERS Part- and full-time hours available Salary: £18,672 to £20,541 per annum/pro rata About us As part of Children’s Social Care in Somerset our Residential Short Break service focuses on promoting independence, social inclusion, choice and individual support to children and young people with learning disabilities and complex needs. About the job This a very important and rewarding role. You will be working with children and young people in our home in Wellington and be involved in supporting them in all aspects of their life, including providing personal care, emotional support and assistance with routine tasks. About you We need people who are motivated, enthusiastic and flexible, with experience in caring services and able to plan and manage shifts. You will enjoy working with a variety of people and understand the importance of communicating with others and promoting rights and choices. You will either hold a Level 3 Diploma in Caring for Children and Young People or be ready to work towards this. You will need the ability to work flexibly on a rota basis which includes evenings, some weekends and sleep-ins. If you think that you have these qualities and are interested in joining our team, we would love to hear from you. If you would like to discuss these opportunities please call Karen Hill, Registered Manager for The Lodge and Beechtrees on 01823 665787, or Tammie Rose Registered Manager for The Elms on 01458 251207. Apply online at https://secure1.somerset.gov.uk/careers/details.html?jobId=500 Closing date: 31 March 2019

Children's Services, Emergency Duty Team, Bridgwater

SENIOR SOCIAL WORK ASSISTANT 18.5 hours per week Salary: £9,336 to £10,270 per annum per annum, plus 26.3% enhancement for unsocial hours. About us The Emergency Duty Team (EDT) has co-located with partner agencies in the Express Park Police Centre in Bridgwater and contribute to the Safeguarding work of the Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH), ensuring children safeguarding referrals are prioritised as part of the County Council’s 24x7 First Response Service. We are looking to appoint a Senior Social Work Assistant to join this modernised and developing service. About the job During weekday evenings and overnight, weekends and Bank Holidays you will contribute to the emergency assessment and provision of care and support to children and their families across the County. You will assist the duty social workers with the assessment by phoning clients’ with urgent out of hour’s needs, giving advice and providing services and support to make situations safe until the next working day. You will staff the EDT office and receive incoming phone calls, alone at times, and in the absence of duty social workers on visits; working with a degree of autonomy, but also maintaining appropriate phone contact and consultation with the duty social workers. Although essentially office- based, you may on occasions attend a police station as an Appropriate Adult for a juvenile or provide one to one support for a young person and their family. The current working pattern is Monday to Friday 17.00 to 1.00, and Saturdays, Sundays, and Bank Holiday’s 08:30 to 16:30 or 17.00 to 01.00 on a 4 week rolling rota. This equates to roughly 9 shifts a month. You will be expected to work Saturday and Sunday daytime every other weekend. About you You should have an NVQ 3 in Health and Social Care or a relevant qualification/experience, and will also have excellent people skills and an empathy and respect for vulnerable individuals. You will be a good listener, committed to getting the best out of someone and should look for solutions that empower people wherever possible. You will provide accurate typed reports of work undertaken. You should have some previous experience (paid or unpaid) of social care (preferably Children's Social Care but not essential) and a basic understanding of equal opportunities. Basic IT knowledge is necessary

although full training will be provided on our specific systems. For an informal discussion please contact EDT Team Manager, Kelly Budd on 07825699371. Apply online at https://secure1.somerset.gov.uk/careers/details.html?jobId=490 Closing date: 21 March 2019

Children's Services, Child Placement & Resources, Somerset

*SESSIONAL WORKERS – FAMILY ASSESSMENT & SUPPORT TEAM Various hours per week Salary: £9.01 per hour with an enhanced weekend rate of an additional £1.59 per hour 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 respite in the foster carer’s home; respite might be required during the day time, evening or weekends. Regular hours are not available and can be subject to change at short notice. 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. Feel free to get in touch if you want more information, you can contact Maria Belshaw on 07818 529167. Apply online at https://secure1.somerset.gov.uk/careers/details.html?jobId=492 Closing date: 21 March 2019

Adults and Health, Adults Social Care, Taunton, Bridgwater, Shepton Mallet or Yeovil

*SENIOR SOCIAL WORKER OR SENIOR OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST (LOCALITY LEAD) Part- and full-time hours are available Salary: £33,136 to £37,107 pro rata About us Are you an experienced social worker or occupational therapist looking for an exciting new opportunity? Do you want to shape the way that adult services are delivered? Here at Somerset County Council, the single most important thing is that every resident has the opportunity to lead a happy, healthy and independent life. To make this possible, we need highly effective and well-managed adult services that place the service user at the centre of everything. With this in mind, we are currently looking for passionate and experienced social work or occupational therapy professionals to provide inspirational leadership for our services. You’ll be brave in your approach to work, not afraid to do things differently where it genuinely benefits the service user. You’ll be able to demonstrate a real creative spark when it comes to your work. You will use data and customer experience to demonstrate that the transformation is helping and improving outcomes for all. Primarily, it will be up to you to oversee the delivery of care in a specific location within Somerset. We’ll look to you to lead a multi-disciplinary team, motivating and managing all members to ensure that their work is of a consistently high standard. Promoting independence should be the driving factor in everything your team does, and we’ll look to you to ensure that this is always the case. We want everyone that joins us to learn and grow in their roles, setting themselves up for a prosperous career. To support this, we offer a range of training and development opportunities, both in-house and externally. We champion a ‘grow your own’ approach to staff development and progression, striving to ensure that all staff are well-prepared to take the next step up when the time is right. You will have the opportunity to shape how services in your area are delivered, designing the way that your team operates and bringing in creative ways of working.

About the job This is an exciting time for Somerset County Council. We have started our transformation journey when it comes to our adult services, this provides the opportunity for new recruits to come in and continue to shape the way that care is delivered in Somerset. We have created a workplace that enables our people to carry out their very best work. We have equipped our offices with cutting-edge technology that will help you do your job better and more flexibly. As any of our residents would tell you, Somerset is an incredible place to live. It is a county of outstanding natural beauty with beaches, caves, moors and parks. On top of that, our historic villages and bustling market towns are the stuff of legend – each one with its own rich heritage. We feel that this is a genuinely unique opportunity to join an authority on an incredibly exciting journey. Join us now and grab the chance to do it your way! About you You’ll be driven by your passion for making a genuinely positive difference to lives of service users. This will be backed up by your considerable knowledge and experience of social work or occupational therapy practice – 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 some experience of leadership or aspire to developing this. It’s also crucial that you have a real community focus and an eagerness to become embedded in the area that you’re serving. We’d expect you to be the expert when it comes to making community connections in your location with a comprehensive understanding of the local needs. If uploading a CV please also include a supporting statement confirming how you meet the criteria. If you are interested in finding out more before applying, please get in touch with us on 01823 357918/357956. Apply online at https://secure1.somerset.gov.uk/careers/details.html?jobId=489 Closing date: 2 April 2019

Adults and Health, Adults Social Care, Sedgemoor and West Somerset

*OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST Part- and full-time hours are available Salary: £29,055 to £33,136 pro rata About us It is a great time to join us in 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 – you can Do it your way. About the job We are currently looking for Occupational Therapists to fill the following exciting posts: Housing – working closely with our housing providers and district councils you will support people to access Housing Options which will improve their health and wellbeing and maximise their independence. You will have a good knowledge of complex adaptations and the Disabled Facility grant process. Supporting people through relocation, advising on new build developments, working on assistive technology solutions for supported living, influencing changes in policy and practice – the role is varied and challenging and requires an OT with drive and passion. One of four dedicated posts across the county our vacancy is based in our Sedgemoor office covering the coastal area of the county. Health Interface Service – working as part of the multi-disciplinary team based in Musgrove Park Hospital, you will work with people and their families discharged from the hospital on a discharge to assess pathway back to their own home. Getting people out of hospital and assessed in their own homes instead of on a hospital ward provides a much better understanding of their abilities and needs. You will be responsible for devising reablement plans to maximise their independence, setting personalised goals with them, and for the reablement providers to work on. You will advise on creative solutions and utilise assistive technology to help people return and remain at home. You will work closely with community and voluntary organisations, as well as health colleagues to provide better outcomes for people.

Community Occupational Therapist - As a strong team player you will be dedicated to supporting people at home to maximise their independence and live fulfilling lives. Working in the local community team alongside social care workers you will find creative solutions for a range of client groups. We have a formal programme of induction and CPD get you up and running in your new post, with ongoing support from a dedicated Learning & development team. We are constantly looking at new ways of working and there are exciting opportunities for those who wish to embrace the challenge! About you For both of these posts we are looking for Occupational Therapists who are not afraid to do things differently to create support that is better for people. You will need to be: • A qualified Occupational Therapist who is HCPC registered • Innovative • Motivated and passionate • Creative • Forward thinking • Able to make things happen • Full of new ideas • Able to work at pace If you are interested in finding out more about these exciting opportunities, please get in touch as below: Housing and Community Team - Paulette Baker, Principal Occupational Therapist on 07976693739 Health interface Service - Rachel Dinning, Locality Manager Health Interface Service on 07977 410726 Apply online at https://secure1.somerset.gov.uk/careers/details.html?jobId=501 Closing date: 2 April 2019

Economic & Community Infrastructure Operations, Highway Maintenance, Taunton About us Somerset is a great place to live, work and play, boasting plenty of beautiful sites – in villages and market towns – with a rich heritage of history and legend. Infrastructure is at the heart of our ambitions to support productivity and innovation. We host the largest infrastructure project in Europe, Hinkley Point C, and we have over £50m of major highway projects in progress, with more planned. Highways play an essential role in our ambitions. We’re a rural county with the tenth largest road network in the country. As the highways authority, we look after 6,600km of road, 2,000 bridges, 900km of ditches, 120,000 gullies and 52,000 street lights. This network is growing too, with 9km of new highway every year, 9,500 planning applications every year and 700+ live development sites at any one time.

PRINCIPAL HIGHWAY DESIGN ENGINEER 37 hours per week Salary: £33,136 - £37,107 per annum About the job Reporting to the Service Manager – Engineering Design you will undertake and manage the development and design of a range of major Highway Improvement projects throughout Somerset. You will be the principal point of contact for Land Owners, Statutory Undertakers, Stakeholders, specialist design teams and members of the public with respect to specific Highway Improvement Schemes. You will provide a key role in ensuring the progression of projects from inception through to completion which will involve investigation, liaison with multiple teams internal to the Council, liaison with multiple parties external to the Council and prepare detailed correspondence and reports. You will also be expected to support colleagues in the development of their skills About you You will have proven experience in a project / design team role with direct relationships with the customer and stakeholders. The ideal candidate will be very competent liaising with clients, consultants, contractors, other public bodies and members of the public on complex project, land and technical matters. Your abilities will include being able to successfully manage complex projects in a proactive and diligent manner and having a track record of working with teams and managing projects by prioritising workloads and delivering to deadlines. You should be self-motivated, enthusiastic, confident, work well within a team environment and strive to deliver high quality services. If you possess the above and have a “can do” approach we want to hear from you.

For an informal discussion please telephone Richard Needs on 01823 359470 or email any questions to [email protected] quoting the job reference. Apply online at https://secure1.somerset.gov.uk/careers/details.html?jobId=484

PRINCIPAL DEVELOPMENT INFRASTRUCTURE OFFICER 37 hours per week Salary: £33,136 - £37,107 per annum About the job Reporting to the Service Manager, Development Engineering you will lead the team responsible for, manage and oversee, the implementation of developer led and third-party highway infrastructure delivery projects through effective technical administration of legal agreements and licences. You will establish and implement appropriate processes and measures to ensure service delivery quality standards are satisfied and monitor the performance of the team. You will develop working relationships with all developers, designers and contractors and oversee the implementation of multiple delivery programmes. You will undertake more complex investigations into major political/technical/legal issues associated with highway infrastructure delivered via agreements under Section 106 Town and Country Planning Act 1990 and Section 278 Highways Act 1980. You will also be expected to advocate serious complaints or ombudsman enquiries in a professional manner which protects and reflects the standards of the Council. You will prepare financial account reports principally relating to fee income, cash bonds, commuted sums and contributions. About you You will have demonstrable experience in a project or legal agreement management role, preferably within a technical or engineering environment, with direct relationships with the customer or end user. The ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal communication and presentation skills with the ability to prepare and communicate technical information and data in a way which is accessible to a range of audiences. You will have proven experience in negotiating and liaising with clients, consultants, contractors, other public bodies and members of the public on complex and sensitive project, legal and technical matters. You will be able to successfully manage complex projects in a proactive and diligent manner and have a successful track record of managing teams and projects to high standards. You should be self-motivated, enthusiastic, confident, work well within a team and strive to be the best in your field. If you possess the above and have a “can do” approach we want to hear from you. Apply online at https://secure1.somerset.gov.uk/careers/details.html?jobId=485

SENIOR DEVELOPMENT INFRASTRUCTURE OFFICER 37 hours per week Salary: £29,055 - £33,136 per annum About the job Reporting to the Principal Development Infrastructure Officer within the Development Engineering Team you will manage and oversee the implementation of developer led and third-party highway infrastructure delivery projects through effective technical administration of legal agreements and licences. You will be the principal point of contact for developers, designers, contractors, interest groups and members of the public with respect to specific developers, development portfolios and/or key development sites. You will provide a key role in ensuring the progression of legal agreements through to completion of the infrastructure which will involve investigation, liaison with multiple teams internal to the Council, liaison with multiple parties external to the Council and prepare detailed correspondence and reports. You will also be expected to support colleagues in the preparation of financial accounts principally relating to fee income, cash bonds, commuted sums and contributions. About you You will have proven experience in a project or legal agreement management role with direct relationships with the customer or end user. The ideal candidate will be very competent liaising with clients, consultants, contractors, other public bodies and members of the public on complex project, legal and technical matters. Your abilities will include being able to successfully manage complex projects in a proactive and diligent manner and having a track record of working with teams and managing projects by prioritising workloads and delivering to deadlines. You should be self-motivated, enthusiastic, confident, work well within a team environment and strive to deliver high quality services. If you possess the above and have a “can do” approach we want to hear from you. Apply online at https://secure1.somerset.gov.uk/careers/details.html?jobId=486 For an informal discussion for the above 2 roles please telephone Andy Ley on 01823 359536 or email any questions to [email protected] quoting the job reference.

HIGHWAY SUPERVISION ENGINEER X 2 37 hours per week Salary: £24,657 - £28,221 per annum About the job Reporting to the Principal Highway Supervision Engineer within the Development Engineering Team you will undertake inspection and monitoring duties on highway construction projects implemented vis private development, from commencement through to adoption. You will prepare defect reports, determine extent of remedial works and instruct/advise upon all matters of specification and quality of workmanship. You will provide the first point of contact between the highway authority and contractors. About you You will have proven experience of supervising/overseeing highway construction projects ideally in a client/approving body role. The ideal candidate will have sound interpersonal communication skills and be very competent in liaising with clients, consultants and contractors on construction/technical matters. As a member of the project management team, you will be responsible for overseeing the construction of a number of highway projects across the County and will be expected to provide a front line service with direct interaction with contractors, designers, developers and members of the public. You should be self-motivated, enthusiastic, confident, work well within a team environment and strive to support the deliver high quality services. If you possess the above and have a “can do” approach For an informal discussion please telephone Dave Crowther on 01823 359536 or email any questions to [email protected] quoting the job reference. Apply online at https://secure1.somerset.gov.uk/careers/details.html?jobId=487

Closing date: 21 March 2019

Economic & Community Infrastructure Operations, Corporate Property, Taunton

TECHNICAL QUALIFYING MANAGER (ELECTRICAL) 37 hours per week Salary: £24,657 - £28,221 per annum About us Somerset County Council is seeking a positive, committed and confident Technical Qualifying Manager (Electrical) to join its internal property maintenance delivery team. The Council has recently developed an internal maintenance delivery team to provide a repairs and compliance service to its property portfolio. We are seeking a suitably qualified electrician with demonstrable post qualification experience in a commercial environment to support our growing operation. About the job Your primary function will be to provide an electrical reactive repair service to meet prioritised response times along with delivering scheduled compliance services such as electrical testing and emergency lighting testing across the Corporate Property portfolio. You will also be involved with delivering minor electrical projects and work either on an individual basis or as part of a wider delivery team across the Council’s 150 + property portfolio About you This job role presents an exciting opportunity to help grow the Councils maintenance delivery function working across the County of Somerset on a diverse and interesting range of properties For an informal discussion about this post please contact Chris White, Operations Manager on 07973 685896 Apply online at https://secure1.somerset.gov.uk/careers/details.html?jobId=497 Closing date: 26 March 2019

Economic & Community Infrastructure Operations, Corporate Property, Taunton

MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL OFFICER (FABRIC) 37 hours per week Salary: £21,074 - £23,855 per annum About us Somerset County Council is seeking a positive, committed and confident Maintenance Technical Officer (Building Fabric) to join its internal property maintenance delivery team. The Council has recently developed an internal maintenance delivery team to provide a repairs and compliance service

to its property portfolio. We are seeking a suitably qualified, versatile, multi skilled building fabric operative with demonstrable post qualification experience in a commercial environment to support our growing operation. About the job Your primary function will be to provide a building fabric reactive repair service to meet prioritised response times along with delivering scheduled planned maintenance services across the Corporate Property portfolio. You will also be involved with delivering minor building improvement projects and work either on an individual basis or as part of a wider delivery team across the Council’s 150 + property portfolio About you This job role presents an exciting opportunity to help grow the Councils maintenance delivery function working across the County of Somerset on a diverse and interesting range of properties For an informal discussion about this post please contact Chris White, Operations Manager on 07973 685896 Apply online at https://secure1.somerset.gov.uk/careers/details.html?jobId=498 Closing date: 26 March 2019

Finance and Performance, Finance Governance & ECI, Taunton

FINANCE MANAGER 37 hours per week Salary: £29,055 - £33,136 per annum About us We have an exciting opportunity for suitably experienced Local Government Finance individuals to join our fast-paced organisation. The Council is thinking innovatively to make sure that our communities continue to receive high quality services from us in financially challenging times. We are keen to appoint a finance professional as Finance Manager, with a focus on providing high quality professional advice, guidance and support. About the job You should have experience in providing technical and specialised financial support and advice to both services and finance colleagues. You will be responsible for providing strong business partnering and management accounting support to services across the organisation including offering financial and business advice, supporting driving through change and efficiency and providing challenge. You will be instrumental in supporting critical transformational projects, which will innovate service delivery and reduce costs alongside the more traditional support with budget preparation and forecasting. About you Applications are invited from 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. Experience of providing support to front line services and across multiple agencies is desirable. For an informal discussion about the post please contact Sarah Rose, Service Manager - ECI & CASS Finance on 01823 356160 Apply online at https://secure1.somerset.gov.uk/careers/details.html?jobId=503 Closing date: 26 March 2019

Commercial and Business Services, HR & OD, Taunton

PROJECT OFFICER – ORGANISATIONAL DEVELOPMENT – INTERNAL 37 hours per week Salary: £21,074 - £23,866 per annum About us Organisational Development (OD) is a small team within HR that is responsible for a number of important and wide-ranging projects and work streams that support the development of the organisation. Some of these projects include, overseeing the Council’s apprenticeship, graduate and work experience scheme, overseeing workforce development, managing the corporate Learning and Development initiatives, development of the Council’s online learning platform, The Learning Centre, delivering IT training to service areas on major social care systems, managing ‘wellbeing’ contract on behalf of the authority and administering our Coaching programme.

About the job You will support a number of varied and key projects within the team and in some cases you will lead on certain projects. Initially the you will be involved with projects and initiatives relating to Apprenticeships, Work Experience, Graduates and Occupational Health. OD are a critical team in the delivery of the organisations People Strategy and the team will be involved in the planning and delivery of a range of new projects which the post holder will additionally be heavily involved in. About you We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed individual who is confident with IT and online applications. You will be proactive and organised, as well as flexible and adaptable. You will need to work as part of a team and on your own. The role requires the ability to manage workloads and prioritise tasks, as well as requiring good written and verbal communication skills. For an informal discussion about the post please contact Clive Mallon, [email protected] 07817724009 Apply online at http://enterprise.somerset.gov.uk/careers/details.html?jobId=506 Closing date: 27 March 2019

Commercial and Business Services, Support Services for Education, Ilminster

SENIOR EVENTS COORDINATOR 37 hours per week Salary: £18,672 to £20,541 per annum Option of additional recruitment allowance of up to £3,000 available. About us We are looking for an experienced Education Events Coordinator to join the team at Dillington House. Set in beautiful grounds in Ilminster, Dillington House is host to a range of activities including Weddings, Conferences and Educational Courses. About the job As Education Events Coordinator you will report to the Business Development Manager and will work as part of the Events team to support the delivery of a successful education program. This post will focus on developing a new, exciting program that appeals to many generations and gains regional and national recognition, alongside developing partnerships with arts and education organizations. About you You would have experience of working within an arts and hotel environment coordinating talks/ courses/ exhibitions and managing budgets. You will demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills, enjoy juggling multiple deadlines and have the ability to build strong, lasting relationships with your peers and stakeholders. We are looking for an enthusiastic Events coordinator who is passionate about the education and arts sector and seeking a stimulating role with a variety of responsibilities. This is a position where no two days will be the same and a hands-on approach is a must along with balancing time in the office. For further information please contact Adam Powell (General Manager) on 01460 258648 or by email at [email protected] Apply online at https://secure1.somerset.gov.uk/careers/details.html?jobId=493 Closing date: 22 March 2019 Interviews planned for week commencing 8 April 2019

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. 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 25th March 2019 at 12pm.

St. John’s C of E VC Infants’ School & Jumping Johns Nursery Glastonbury, Somerset BA6 9DR Tel: 01458-832085 E-mail: [email protected]

Part time FINANCE ASSISTANT, for our Nursery ‘Jumping Johns’. (10 hours per week, term time only) Grade 14.14 point - £9.16 per hour Monday - Friday 5 mornings 9:00am to 11.00am Start date: 24th April 2019 We are looking for a member of staff who: • is motivated, flexible and enthusiastic • has good ICT skills and can work efficiently prioritising and handling varied workloads • is a good team player and has effective communication skills • has a good standard of education, (GCSE grade C and above) including English and Mathematics • has experience of working in a school office and/or with young people is desirable • has knowledge of Safeguarding in a School context (update training would be part of the induction process) • has had experience of being responsible for processing all applications, orders, funding & invoicing for a Local Authority Nursery (is desirable) • has knowledge and experience in the use of Word, Excel, SIMS and FMS. The role of the Finance Assistant would include the following duties: • Processing applications, maintaining waiting list and organising settling sessions for new starters • Creating invoices for fee paying and Early Years funded pupils, collection of fees, issuing receipts, banking and management of any arrears. • Completion of EYE Funding forms and relevant registration paperwork • Placing orders for nursery supplies and processing invoices and credit notes • General Administration duties & responding to telephone and face to face enquiries • Overseeing staff timetable and bookings for Easter and Summer Holiday clubs • Inputting of Petty cash and Nursery income on FMS system • Compilation of registers • Inputting new starters details on SIMS and keeping up to date contact details • Inputting funding claims on the Early Years Entitlement Portal A visit to the school is warmly encouraged. Please telephone the school office for an appointment. Please apply by application form, (available from http://dasjobs.co.uk/job/finance-assistant-16/), with a covering letter outlining your skills and experience, to the Headteacher, Wendy Turner, at the school. Closing date: Monday 18th March 2019 Interview date: Wednesday 20th March 2019 St. John’s C of E VC Infants’ School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Criminal Records Bureau.

Bruton Primary School, Higher Backway, Bruton BA10 0DP Tel: No: 01749 812331

MEAL TIME SUPERVISOR We are looking for a lunch time supervisor to work from 11.45am to 2.00pm Mon-Fri term time only – a job share would be considered. From: 23rd April 2019 Duties will involve: • Serving meals provided by external provider checking they comply with current regulations, food hygiene training will be necessary • Maintain a safe environment for the children • Clear and clean the equipment used following service • Cleaning the dining/servicing areas as necessary

A love of children, a responsible approach to safety and an ability to work as part of a busy team are essential. 2.25 hours per day Monday-Friday (working 38 weeks term time only, 47.53 paid weeks, Grade 16: £8.55 - £8.61 per hour Bruton Primary School is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be required. Bruton Primary School is committed to Equal Opportunities. For an application form (or to arrange a visit if you would like to come and see our school) please call in to the school office or see the school website: www.brutonprimary.org.uk Closing date for applications Friday 22nd March 2019 at 12 noon.

Swanmead Community School, Ditton Street, Ilminster, Somerset TA19 OBL Telephone 01460 52431 Headteacher – Mr M Walker

SCHOOL RECEPTIONIST Salary Grade 15 (Point 9) £8.68 per hour 38 weeks a year - term time only. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 12.00 Midday – 4.00 p.m. Tuesdays 8.30 a.m. – 4.00 p.m. 23.00 hours per week This is an exciting opportunity to be part of our vibrant, happy, successful Middle School (ages 9 to 13). We are seeking an enthusiastic School Receptionist to work in our busy School Office during the course of each weekday. The successful applicant will be the first point of contact for the school dealing with visitors, staff and pupils. Please check the job description on the school website for full details and send an application form for the attention of Mrs Sue Spurway. http://swanmeadschool.co.uk/current-vacancies/ Closing Date for Applications: Thursday 28 March 2019 Interview Date: Thursday 4 April 2019 Start Date: Monday 29 April 2019 All posts require a criminal background check as the school is fully committed to rigorous safeguarding procedures as well as equal opportunities.

Heathfield Community School, School Road, Monkton Heathfield, Taunton TA2 8PD Telephone: (01823) 412396 Fax: (01823) 413119 email: [email protected] www.heathfieldcommunityschool.com Age range: 11-19, NOR: 1327

LEARNING SUPPORT DEPARTMENT ADMINISTRATOR with responsibility for EHCP and exams access administration 30 hours per week Monday-Friday, 9am start, term time + 3 days Actual starting salary £12,065 (£9.18 per hour) subject to annual increases following pending Somerset County Council pay review We are looking for an outstanding administrator for the Learning Support department at Heathfield. Main duties will involve timetabling; meeting planning, prep and minutes; liaison with various parties; use of Microsoft word and excel applications and other schools software. Some experience in an administrative role is vital, ideally, with some experience in a School or with Education, Health and Care plans (EHCP). Job is subject to satisfactory DBS clearance, references and a 6 month probationary period For further information please contact Anne Treeby or download an application form and further details from our school website. Closing date: Thursday 21 March 2019 at 12 noon

Taunton Deane Partnership College requires an ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT to work at Deane Discovery Centre Start date: As soon as possible (by negotiation) Contract: Fixed term contract to 19th April 2020, 25 hours a week, term time only Salary: Grade 14 (Actual salary £10,569 – £10,996) Taunton Deane Partnership College (TDPC) is a 91 place Pupil Referral Unit spread across 6 sites in the Taunton Deane area of Somerset; we work with children and young people across all key stages.

Due to the secondment of the current postholder, we are looking to appoint an administrative assistant based at Deane Discovery Centre, where our staff work to support children both at the centre and in school across KS2 and KS3. This post would be for approximately 12 months, until the Easter holidays 2020. We are looking for a candidate who: • Has experience in school administration • Has excellent office administration skills and basic finance knowledge • Is interested in young people who are experiencing difficulties in their lives and learning • Is resilient, has excellent interpersonal skills and works well in a small team • Has a flexible attitude to their work and the ability to deal with changing priorities • Has excellent oral and communication skills We can offer you: • A beautifully located and forward looking centre on the edge of Somerset’s Blackdown Hills. • A highly supportive management committee and a friendly and inclusive community. • The chance to work with a committed and hard-working team to make a real difference to children with social, emotional and mental health needs. Apply online at https://dasjobs.co.uk/job/administration-assistant-12/ Please email completed application forms to Mary Rousseau (TDPC Business Manager) at [email protected] For an informal discussion on the post once you have received a copy of the job details please contact Mary Rousseau on 01823 349338. We welcome visits from prospective candidates prior to interview. Closing date: Midday Monday 18th March Interviews: Week beginning 25th March TDPC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; successful candidates will be required to demonstrate a high awareness of these areas and undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Willowdown Primary, Kings Drive, Bridgwater TA6 4FU Tel: 01278 558758 Email: [email protected] www.willowdownprimary.co.uk Head teacher: Mrs. Rosanna Roberts

EARLY YEARS NURSERY EDUCATOR - Level 2/3 Grade 16 point 8 (Level 2) £16,626 - Pro Rata Hourly rate £8.61 Grade 15 point 9 (Level 3 or above) £16,755 - £17,391 pro Rata Hourly Rate £8.68- £9.01 37 hours per week TERM TIME ONLY, 38 working weeks per year Required to start: Tuesday 23rd April 2019. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Early Years Educator to join our friendly team at the Willowdown Nursery. You will work as part of a team to create a warm and welcoming surrounding, where every child is cared for and nurtured in their early development. The successful candidate will be a caring, confident individual who is able to communicate effectively with children and adults. You should have an understanding of the key worker system and sound knowledge of Early Years Foundation Stage. You will be expected to work in partnership with staff, parents and their children to promote outstanding levels of care, play and learning for children between the ages of 2 to 5 years. You will need to hold a full and relevant, early years and childcare qualification at level 2 or level 3. Salary will be dependent on qualifications and experience. Visits to the Primary School & Nursery are strongly recommended. Applicants who wish to visit prior to completing their application should contact Cat Griffiths, Nursery Manager on 01278 558758. For an application pack and further information please see the vacancies section at www.willowdownprimary.co.uk or contact Denise Rogers, Willowdown Business Manager, [email protected] or call directly on 01278 558758. Applications must be addressed to Denise Rogers and sent either by email or post to Willowdown Primary Academy, Kings Drive, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 4FU. Closing date: Monday 25th March @ 9am. Shortlisting: Monday 25th March Interviews: Friday 29th March 2018

TEACHING ASSISTANT Hours: 31.25 hours per week, term time only + 5 INSET days Contract: Permanent, required for May or sooner Salary: Grade 15 Point 9 -13 (£16,755- £17,391) Pro rata An exciting opportunity exists for a qualified Teaching Assistant to support learning and pupil progress within the team at Willowdown Primary Academy and Nursery. The successful candidate will work within the Reception team and KS1 to support children’s learning and help to provide an outstanding all-round education. You will be expected to support teachers in their planning, resource preparation, delivery, observation and assessment. You will also be expected to deliver some group and individual sessions. Having a good understanding of the Early Years Curriculum would be desirable. You will also have responsibility for enhancing our lunchtime provision promoting children’s social development as well as designing and leading constructive play experiences. The successful candidates will be creative, flexible and innovative in promoting high levels of achievement, enjoyment and welfare of children, in line with the structures of Willowdown Primary School and Nursery. They will also be energetic, fun and a great communicator with vision of providing an outstanding learning environment. Candidates are advised to ring the Head to discuss elements required of the role. Visits to the Academy are encouraged. For an application pack and further information please contact Denise Rogers, Willowdown Primary Academy HR Administrator, on [email protected] or call directly on 01278 558758. Closing date: Friday 29th March @ 9am Short Listing: Monday 1st April 2019 Interviews: Friday 5th April 2019 Start Date: 6th May or sooner Willowdown Primary Academy and The Clevedon Learning Trust are committed to safeguarding of all children and staff and expect every member of the academy community to share this commitment. All posts will be offered on the condition of an enhanced disclosure check.

Huish Episcopi Primary School, North Street, Langport TA10 9RW Headteacher: Mrs Tiffany Doughty Davis

TEACHING ASSISTANT – 21.5 hours per week Salary Grade 15: Point 9 -13 (£16755 - £17391 pro rata) To commence as soon as possible We would like to invite applications for a part time Teaching Assistant post at Huish Episcopi Primary School, part of the Levels Academy Trust. We are all looking forward to meeting our newest colleague who will ensure our children receive the best education possible in friendly and supportive surroundings. We know that our school can only be as good as our staff team. Our school of 165 pupils is situated in the middle of The Somerset Levels within a small town. We have combined our beautiful Victorian building with great facilities to allow for memorable learning experiences for our pupils and a well-resourced work place for the staff team. A considerable reduction in workload has been achieved alongside fantastic results; we strongly believe these two elements work well together. Our well behaved children are eager to learn and progress through enthusiastic and thoughtful lessons which have been prepared with high expectations. If you would like to work in an environment where 96% of our staff team described staff morale as ‘high’ (Kirkland and Rowland, November 2018, 23 participants), despite a period of rapid change, then book a visit to see what we can offer you for the next step of your career. We are very keen that anyone applying should, wherever possible, visit our fabulous school by booking a visit with Mrs Joan Meredith on 01458 250673. The Levels Academy Trust is 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.

Application packs are available on the school website http://huishepiscopiprimary.co.uk or from the school [email protected] or http://dasjobs.co.uk/job/teaching- assistant-185/ Closing Date: 18/03/19, 9am Interview Date: 22/03/19

SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL NEEDS (SEN) TEACHING ASSISTANTS Grade 14, Points 13-17 £17,391-£18,672 pro rata Actual salary £12,473-£13,392 New salary scale proposed from April 2019 31.75 hours per week over five days Term time + 2 days INSET We wish to appoint two caring, capable and enthusiastic individuals to join our team to support students with a variety of complex needs. Experience of Forest School or ELSA would be desirable, but not essential. 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”. http://www.kingsmead-school.com/join/jobs For further information please contact [email protected] Closing Date for Applications: Monday 25 March 2019 at 12 noon Interviews: Friday 29 March 2019 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)

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

ASSISTANT CARETAKER The Castle Partnership Trust are seeking to appoint a pro-active, reliable and conscientious individual to the position of Assistant Caretaker at The Castle School. The successful candidate will have high standards and be able to work as part of the premises team, maintaining the buildings and facilities in the best possible state of cleanliness and condition, a key part of this role will be to help supervise our team of cleaners. The salary scale is Grade 15 on the School Support Staff Pay Scale (£16,755 to £17,391 per annum). This position is envisaged to be 37 hours per week, all year round giving a starting salary of £1,396 per month, however part time hours would be considered for the right candidate. Any part time hours would need to cover 3:30pm – 9pm during term time as a minimum and 9am – 2pm during holidays. The school requires some flexibility to cover exam periods and other school events. In return, we can offer a certain amount of flexibility particularly during school holidays. If you would like to discuss how your personal circumstances would fit in with the school’s requirements please contact Brendan Slade (Premises Manager) on 01823 274073 for an informal discussion. The closing date for applications is 9am on Monday 18th March 2019.

Part-time ART TECHNICIAN Grade 15 (£16,755 - £17,391) – £8.68 per hour, 15 hours per week 39 weeks per year (term time plus INSET days), with a pro-rata starting salary of £5,766. Technicians have a valuable role to play in supporting students at the school. The Art Technician will help with the day to day setting up of classrooms, including equipment and resources, as well as supporting teachers with more practical activities. The technician will also be responsible for Art displays and should ideally have a background or interest in Art and/ or Graphics. Applicants should be practical, enthusiastic, flexible, demonstrate initiative and have excellent communication skills and attention to detail. The closing date for applications is Monday 18th March 2019 at 9am with interviews to be held later that week.

CATERING ASSISTANT 35 hours per week, term time only £8.33 per hour (aged 25 and over) The Castle School requires a Catering Assistant to work in the busy school kitchen preparing and serving food and refreshments for students, staff and visitors. This is a great opportunity to join our fantastic in house catering team and help continue to provide high quality food within the school. The closing date for applications is 9am Monday 25th March 2019

A full job description and application pack is available on the school website www.castleschool.co.uk or please email [email protected] 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.

Bridgwater College Academy, Parkway, Bridgwater TA6 4QY www.bridgwatercollegeacademy.somerset.org.uk Tel: 01278 727327 Bridgwater College Academy is a Government funded school for 3 to 16 year olds in Bridgwater.

ASC TEACHING ASSISTANT Job Reference Number: ASC Permanent 31.25 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (term time plus INSET days) Working hours: 8:15am to 3:00pm (with 30 minute unpaid lunch break) Monday to Friday Salary: Grade 15, Points 9 to 13. Actual Salary: £12,012 to £12,468 per annum Due to increasing student numbers Bridgwater College Academy is seeking to appoint a skilled teaching assistant, ideally with experience and knowledge of working with students with ASC. The successful candidate will work with the ASC Centre teacher and Academy SEN team, and will be based in both the new specialist KS3-KS4 autism resource centre and the secondary school environment. The ideal candidate will be responsible for supporting individual students, encouraging their engagement in learning, promoting positive behaviour, and will be supported to deliver bespoke SEN interventions in the specialist centre and the mainstream academy. To be considered for this inclusive role, you should: • Have proven experience working with children with ASC/Language and Communication needs. • Have a sound knowledge of techniques and strategies to support children with autism in an educational environment. • Have a calm, positive attitude and be a clear, confident communicator. • Be able to build and develop trusting, professional relationships with students and staff. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a supportive and dedicated SEN team and to play a key role in the development of this new provision at our inclusive academy. For full details and an application pack for this position, please visit the ‘Vacancies’ in the ‘Key Information’ section on our website: www.bridgwatercollegeacademy.org. Please indicate which Job Reference Number you are applying for on the application form. Closing date: Midday, Wednesday 27th March 2019 Anticipated interview date: Thursday 4th April 2019 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.

Help improve the lives of older people in Somerset & North Somerset

Age UK Somerset is an independent local charity leading teams of staff and volunteers to provide information and other services that create opportunities for people in later life. Our Information & Advice team is at the heart of our organisation, providing a service directly to older people and others who need advice on issues affecting older people.

Information & Advice Officer

Contract: Permanent Hours: 2 days per week (Mondays & Tuesdays, with some occasional flexibility in working days)

Salary: £18,967.41 pa pro-rata (£7,586.96 actual) + pension with generous contribution This post is based in our Taunton office providing information and advice to our clients, mainly over the telephone. Liaison with our volunteer team and co-ordinating home visits across Somerset and North Somerset is also key to delivering the service.

The role will involve carrying out benefit entitlement checks for older people, so relevant and recent knowledge of the benefits available from the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) is essential. The successful candidate must have excellent telephony and communication skills, be customer-facing and share our core aims and values. Accurate keyboard skills used for direct input to the database will also be required. In return, we can offer a pleasant working environment within our modern Taunton office with free on- site car parking.

To apply, please visit our 'job opportunities' webpage at www.ageuksomerset.org.uk for the application pack. Alternatively, email [email protected] or Tel: 01823 345610 for further information. Appointment to this post is subject to satisfactory references and DBS criminal records check

th Closing date: Thursday 28 March 2019, 9am Interview date: Tuesday 2nd April 2019

Age UK Somerset is striving to be an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. Charity registration number 1015900

PRINCIPAL PLANNING OFFICER – MAJOR PROJECTS INWARD INVESTMENT AND GROWTH Major Projects Salary: £36,153 - £39,002 Externally funded until 31st December 2021 Have you the commitment, enthusiasm and energy? This is a high profile senior role leading a team handling a challenging caseload of major development projects in an area which is at the forefront of delivering national infrastructure projects. Sedgemoor is a fast growing place with acute environmental challenges and the impact of the Hinkley Point C and Hinkley C Connection (National Grid) projects. We deal with a high volume and diverse caseload including major housing, employment, retail and complex regeneration proposals. We are a

20 top performing planning authority, providing genuine opportunities for diverse work experience and career development in a unique context. Sedgemoor, located in the heart of Somerset and the wider South West, is an excellent location for both employment and as a place to live. The area boasts splendid scenery with the Quantock and Mendip Hills, Somerset Levels and extensive coastline. It is a highly accessible district with first class transport links, and the cities of Bristol and Exeter are in easy reach. We are looking for an experienced and dynamic individual to be responsible for leading our major projects team, working closely with colleagues across the service. You will have excellent professional skills, a demonstrable track record, with exceptional organisational abilities. The culture is proactive, solutions orientated and performance orientated. You should have excellent levels of customer care, initiative and self-motivation. In return we can offer you an excellent career opportunity and great team environment in which you can thrive. You must have substantial experience within a development management or consultancy roles and be committed to delivery and providing a quality service. You must be a Chartered Town Planner (or eligible for membership of the RTPI). For an informal discussion, please contact Claire Pearce on 01278 435262. An Application Pack is available from: Support Services – Recruitment, Sedgemoor District Council, Bridgwater House, King Square, Bridgwater, Somerset TA6 3AR 24 hour Recruitment Answer Phone: 01278 435444 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.sedgemoor.gov.uk/vacancies Closing date: Friday 22nd March 2019 Interview date: Tuesday 9th April 2019

Are you looking for a new career or a change from your current care role? Either way, comprehensive training will be provided. We are looking for experienced and non-experienced people to join our teams. The post is a challenging but rewarding role, that requires enthusiasm, commitment and understanding, of the difficulties and trauma the young people and young adults have encountered, to enable you to provide them with an opportunity to make changes that will facilitate a better life. We are looking to fill several vacancies for residential care worker jobs: 1. Job vacancy one working in Chard, with young Adults with Autism and learning difficulties, as a floating team member. Supporting 3 young adults with minimal challenging behaviour, Autism, Epilepsy and Communication difficulties. You must have a full Driving Licence for this post. Hours - Full time floating RCW to provide cover for an average of 9 shifts per month (147.5 hours a month plus 8 sleep-in’s) and one on-call weekend every three weeks. The monthly rota is set in advance but this position does not have a set pattern. Overtime is applicable if called in when you are on call. Salary ranges depend on experience and age: From £20,775 to £22,567. 2. We have the following vacancies at our Children’s Homes situated in Chard and Axminister. Applicants need to be physically fit and willing to undertake various activities. Including bike riding, swimming, walking etc. Enthusiasm to learn is essential and you will be paid to attend our comprehensive induction and ongoing training & development programme, which includes Conscious Parenting, PACE, De-escalation and Physical Intervention training. It is a legal requirement for these vacancies, that carers must be 4 years older than the children in their care. Therefore, applicants must be over 21 years old and hold a current, full Driving Licence. Full time RCW’s (working shifts consisting of 9 x 24.5-hour shifts, which include sleep in's, plus 1 x 15.5-hour shift). The rota is a rolling 3-week pattern, Mon, Weds, Sat, Tues, Fri, Sun, Thurs. Two full time floating RCW’s (not a set shift pattern) to provide cover at both homes, working 10 shifts per month with 9 sleep-ins, the rota is set in advance but not a set pattern. Salary ranges £21663.00 to £23650.00pa. depending on experience and age and experience.

3. A vacancy for Full Time, 10 x 15hr shifts per month no sleep-ins on a rolling 3 week shift pattern as described in either our adult home or children’s home. Salary ranges £14832.00 to £16363.50 per annum depending on age and experience, with the opportunity for occasional sleep-ins at £60.00 or occasional on call weekend work. 3 Dimensions are committed to safeguarding all adults and young people placed with us and therefore all applicants will be required to have fully enhanced DBS checks and several references will be sought. For further information please go to our website: https://www.3dimensions.org.uk/recruitment/ and download our application and get more information and a job description/Person Spec. Alternatively call our main office 01460 68055 between 9.30-5pm Mon-Fri and ask to speak to Aimi.