Total 16 Manager level Education / Training job vacancies in Blackburn, Lancashire

HR Manager

Salary: £40,000
Hours: 40 hours per week, Mon - Fri, 9am – 5.30 pm


My client is a fast-growing is large insurance company based in Chorley. We are looking to recruit an experienced and diligent Senior HR Manager reporting directly to the Group COO. You will be responsible for providing a high standard of HR and employee relations management and support across the Group business, ensuring excellent working relationships with employees, colleagues, third parties and internal teams. Dealing with over 100 employees.

Key Responsibilities
• Overall control and development of the HR function within the group
• Presenting and maintaining the HR function with confidence and clarity
• Supporting and advising colleagues on HR situations as they may develop ensuring outcomes are compliant and the effects on the business are mitigated
• Confidential and protected conversations with mediation efforts to avoid formal outcomes
• Ensure HR policies, procedures, guidelines contained in the Company handbook are up to date and clear.
• Email inbox management and maintenance
• Coherent written and verbal communication ability
• Having an awareness and understanding of Corporate/legislative requirements
• End to end control of Starters/Movers/Leavers process; coordinating Line managers, IT, marketing and employees via 365 and Outlook
• Advising and supporting Line Managers with recruitment process
• Controlling Appraisal and salary review process
• Role profiles; creation and update.
• Contracts/role Changes
• Employee digital files; system creation and maintenance
• Payroll preparation, checking and accurate submission to payroll providers for group businesses to a deadline driven monthly timescale.
• Pension Scheme Administration
• Ability to manage TUPE changes
• Sickness absence management
• Advising and Supporting performance management
• Training Retention agreements
Experience and Skills
• CIPD qualified or QBE minimum 5 years in a senior HR management role
• Confidentiality, discretion, impartiality and professionalism
• Customer service and interpersonal skills, ability to guide others and engage with employees and colleagues at all levels
• Working knowledge of legal terminology to understand and interpret legal advice when sought, knowledge of employment law and how to apply legislation.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
• The ability to deliver bad news professionally, compliantly yet compassionately.
• Strong listening and problem solving skills
• Attention to detail and diligence
• Able to work independently and under own initiative
• Reliable and efficient with strong time management and organisation skills
• Professional and hardworking with a strong ‘lead by example’ work ethic.
• Evidence of a passion for working with people.
• Proven organisational skills at a senior level including prioritising and time-management.
• Thrives under pressure and relishes change.
• Ability to think strategically and develop a plan to enable long term change.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft office packages with a degree of competency in Excel and Bright HR

What skills and experience we're looking for

St. Cuthbert’s RC High School are currently seeking a Teacher of Religious Studies. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Trust at the beginning of a journey of transition, development, and growth within the multi-academy trust

We are delighted to offer the opportunity to join St. Cuthbert’s RC High School, a diverse and vibrant school community where we believe that we should be the best that we can be in everything that we do and this mission is at the heart of everything that we do.

We are looking for an experienced RE teacher who wishes to take on leadership responsibilities to lead the Catholic Life at St Cuthbert’s. This is a role which involves undertaking leadership at a whole-school level.

Our Mission

Our Trust Mission is simple, it is to make Christ known, making lives better for our communities, our children and young people.

Our Values

One of Hope

Inspired by St Teresa of Calcutta, we are people of hope. We have a complete belief in the future we will build together. By offering our children, staff and schools’ opportunities to grow and flourish, we make aspiration and ambition a reality. Our people, just like St Teresa are relentless and fiercely ambitious. We will always reach for that which seems to be just out of our grasp.

One of Courage

As modelled for us by St Teresa of Calcutta, we will have the courage to do what is right. As a community, we will not shy away from making decisions that ensure our communities thrive. We will be brave in our actions. As a truly Catholic organisation this courage will be most apparent in how we collectively support the most vulnerable.

One of Innovation

St Teresa of Calcutta changed the world. Together, we will always be pursuing new ideas and best practice in all areas of our work. We will prepare our children and young people for the world that awaits them. A world which they will shape and change.

Purpose of the role:

We are seeking to appoint an inspirational, enthusiastic teaching professional who can work as part of our dedicated and exceptional team. The candidate will be expected to demonstrate the ability to meet the Teachers’ Standards. All classroom teachers will contribute to the curriculum and year teams in supporting the school’s mission statement and achieving its aims. As a professional within a Catholic School, you will be expected to enhance the life of the school by delivering and developing high quality teaching and learning, contributing to the work of the teams of teaching and support staff, being reflective about your own practice and effectiveness: sharing with, and learning from the work of others, and constantly seeking ways to improve through innovation and research.

We are seeking an individual who:

• Is an exceptional practitioner with strong subject knowledge and experience of raising achievement across the age and ability range.
• Is highly motivated by a belief that the life chances of all young people can be improved.
• Is a well-qualified, industrious, and talented team player who believes in lifelong learning and can help pupils develop the skills and attitudes they will need in their future lives.
• Possesses the talent, interpersonal skills, and range of pedagogical approaches necessary to contribute to the overall success of the staff and team.
• Can demonstrate a strong track record of positive impact to date.

What the school offers its staff

• A supportive and dedicated Local Governing Body and Staff
• Highly effective safeguarding procedures.
• A working environment where all feel valued and respected.
• Supportive colleagues and governors with a clear vision and high aspirations for the school.
• A highly dedicated and inspirational team.
• A commitment to relevant, personalised Continuous Professional Development.
• A happy, calm and welcoming working environment.
• Opportunities to work within the wider STOCCAT team
• Teachers’ Pension Scheme

Commitment to safeguarding

St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Essential –

• Successful and recent experience of teaching Computer Science to high-attaining students
• Successful experience of teaching A-level Computer Science
• Ability to set and achieve high standards for themselves, colleagues and students.
• Ability to manage student progress and achievement and complete all relevant documentation.
• Have an awareness and understanding of current developments in their subject area
• Ability to create effective rapport with, and inspire the confidence of, external partners such as teachers at other schools, employers, and university departments.
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to enthuse and innovate.
• Ability to create effective rapport and a constructive relationship with students and staff, both in and out of school.
• Ability to relate to and inspire students to develop their talents.
• Excellent IT skills, including the ability to learn new systems quickly and use them intelligently.
• The depth of knowledge and the mental agility to allow flexibility in lessons
• An excellent classroom teacher
• The ability to deliver your primary subject to university entrance standards.
• Able to display a high level of management skills

Desirable –

• Experience of collaborating on curriculum development and course design (Head of Department role only)
• Experience of developing, delivering and evaluating effective outreach activities (Head of Department role only)
• Expertise in analysing student data (Head of Department role only)
• Success in preparing students for university entrance, including supporting UCAS applications
• Experience of using innovative pedagogies, including ICT, group work, formative assessment, research projects etc.
• Involvement in delivering CPD (Head of Department role only)
• Knowledge of research-based pedagogy

What the school offers its staff

Why work at Lancaster University School of Mathematics?

We are a happy and thriving school committed to equality and diversity, welcoming colleagues from all backgrounds into our community irrespective of their religion or belief, ethnicity, age, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, marital or pregnancy status.

We recognise the invaluable contribution our dedicated staff make to the success of our students and the school as whole. As such, our aim is to foster a culture where staff feel valued and supported.

We also offer a range of excellent staff benefits, including:

• Generous Pension schemes for both teachers and support staff.
• Pro rata to 22 days holiday (increasing to 25 days after 5 years’ service) plus 4 concessionary days and bank holidays for support staff.
• A genuine commitment to staff health and wellbeing.
• Access to a salary sacrifice electric vehicle scheme.
• Access to the Cycle to Work Scheme and Techscheme.
• Free use of the on-site gym.
• Access to professional development and the opportunity to undertake professional qualifications through apprenticeships.
• Flu Vouchers.
• Staff savings scheme.

More detailed information on further staff benefits can be found within our staff perks document attached.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Lancaster University School of Mathematics has a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to Enhanced Disclosure Clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service. Please note candidates’ suitability to work with children will be explored at interview and confirmed through references for the appointee.

What skills and experience we're looking for

St James’ is a welcoming, nurturing, and inclusive school where our Christian ethos and key values of Faith, Hope and Love underpin everything we do. Due to the retirement of our highly regarded Head Teacher the children, staff and governors of St James CE Primary School are now seeking to appoint an outstanding leader who will embrace both the strengths of the past and rise to the challenges of the future, bringing drive and ambition and providing the highest standard of leadership.

We are looking for a Head Teacher who:

• Understands and will promote our strong Christian ethos and values to ensure they will continue to flourish within the diverse community
• Is a team player with high expectations of themselves, staff and pupils so, that our children benefit from the highest standard of teaching to prepare them for an ever-changing world
• Has the vision, passion and enthusiasm to motivate and inspire everyone to be the best they can be
• Actively encourages parents to be involved in their child’s education
• Will ensure the importance of academic progress is accompanied by opportunities to develop social, creative and sporting skills
• Has an excellent understanding of safeguarding and is fully committed to inclusion, equality & diversity
• Will provide the highest levels of support for staff well-being and for their professional development while ensuring that all staff are respected and valued

What the school offers its staff

In return, we can offer the successful candidate the opportunity to:

• Lead a school that is aspirational, innovative and successful, which has a good Ofsted rating.
• Build on the many strengths of the school
• Work with a supportive, dedicated, skilled and loyal staff team
• Be supported by an active, committed and enthusiastic Governing Board
• Identify and further develop excellent CPD opportunities for all staff
• Work within a school with a Nursery

Further details about the role

St. James (Daisy Hill) CE Primary School.

Tel: 01942 634688

Role: Head Teacher – Permanent, Full Time

Salary Group 3 – L18 – L24A (£71,019 – £82,258)

Starting Date: 1st January 2025 (or sooner if possible)

Visits to school are strongly recommended and warmly welcomed – please contact Mrs. Diane Brown, School Business Manager, to arrange a convenient time on 01942 634688.

Further information about our school can be found on our website: https://stjamesdaisyhillceprimary.co.uk/

If you think you have the experience knowledge and drive to fulfil this role, please submit an application. This is a fantastic opportunity to take the next step in your career whilst making a positive difference to the outcomes for our school community.

A covering letter from the Governing Board, the application form, job description and person specifications are attached. The application form should be returned to bethany.collett@bolton.gov.uk (HR Adviser, Children’s Services and Schools)

Application Timeline:

Closing Date for applications: 11th September 2024 at 10:00am

Shortlisting Date: Wednesday: 18th September 2024

Assessment Centre: Wednesday: 25th September 2024

Interviews: Thursday: 26th September 2024

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure by the Disclosure and Barring Service

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

At OFG, we work smarter so you can spend more time doing what makes you happy!

How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four*?

Our colleagues’ wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we’re always looking for new ways to improve everyone’s work/life balance. We’re taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).

4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff, and within the next year – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join us #teamOFG!

Job Title: Headteacher

Location: North West

Salary: up to £75,000 per annum

Hours: Monday to Friday

Contract: Permanent; Term Time only

This role does not offer sponsorship.

As part of our continued growth, we’re looking for an experienced Headteacher to join Outcomes First Group.

About the role

As Headteacher, you will promote a relentless focus on the quality of education and delivery of a broad, balanced and relevant curriculum that meets the needs of pupils and young people along with producing positive outcomes. You will have a Degree and Teaching qualifications.

You will be leading your own outstanding school and positively influencing the lives of many young people. As part of our team, you will focus on developing self-esteem and wellbeing, as well as academic performance and development.

Our Headteacher will be responsible for delivering the school vision and ethos, which inspires and motivates pupils, staff and all other members of the school community. This includes core educational values, moral purpose and be inclusive of all stakeholders’ beliefs and values.

Ensuring that the increasingly complex and diverse needs of the pupils are met in the most appropriate manner through the effective management of the school and its resources.

As Headteacher, you will take responsibility for the internal organisation, management and control of the school and promoting the wider role of it within the local community and across Outcomes First Group.

Promote the wider role of the school within the local community and across Outcomes First Group. Working with our Headteachers to build on the success of the group and to continue to develop the group working practices.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking to hear from SEND professionals with the ability and ambition to inspire a multi-disciplinary team to deliver outstanding learning for pupils and young people with special education needs.

We are looking for someone who knows how to bring a creative and innovative approach to improving performance and support for our pupils and their families. An excellent communicator, you will become an ambassador, as the role will include working in partnership with parents, local authorities and other stakeholders.

If you are a truly inspirational, highly motivated and forward-thinking individual, with the energy and passion to change lives coupled with proven experience of impacting upon whole school development and improvement, this could be an excellent opportunity for you.

In return for your experience and commitment, we offer outstanding career opportunities, plus access to a network of great leaders within Outcomes First Group.

About the Group

Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of specialist education in the UK. We exist to give neurodivergent pupils and young people access to a great education that caters to their specific needs, abilities and aspirations.

Together, we educate, care for and support pupils, young people, and adults across the UK, empowering them to be happy and make their way in the world.

We welcome staff who share our commitment to help pupils experience better days and better lives. Through ongoing development and training, we ensure our staff are well prepared for their jobs and given every opportunity to extend their skills.

We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.

Acorn Education and Options Autism are part of the Outcomes First Group.

Why join Outcomes First Group?

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:

Life Assurance
Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
“Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks
And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:

A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
Cycle to Work Schemes
Electric Car Purchase Scheme
Critical illness cover
And that’s not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy.

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What skills and experience we're looking for

The Orchards Federation

Head Teacher, Green Fold Special School, Bolton Salary range: L18-L24A Starting date: January 2025

This is an opportunity to lead an already outstanding school forward and to develop it further within our unique Orchards Federation structure.

The Orchards Federation was established in 2006, when Cherry Tree Primary School, Green Fold Special Primary School and The Orchards Nursery came together, creating a unique learning environment for all our children, staff and families. We are a multi-site organisation with our schools located across four sites in Bolton.

Following the promotion of our last headteacher, Gary Anders, to a new challenge of headship in a different Authority, we are looking for a strong, collaborative leader with the vision to develop Green Fold into an even more successful school; a leader who can inspire all stakeholders to join together within the Federation to achieve the highest standards of education.

You will already have experience of successful leadership in a special school and have a significant understanding of children’s varying needs and of the complexities of funding for Special Schools.

What the school offers its staff

The Federation’s mix of schools will give you the opportunity to work closely with other schools both in and outside of the Federation.

As a Federation we focus strongly on staff and children’s wellbeing and would welcome your further input on this.

We can offer you an excellent opportunity to continue your professional development, where you will receive a high level of commitment and support from staff, governors and families.

This is a particularly exciting time to be part of the Federation since we also have a new Executive Head Teacher starting in September – Katie Hague.

As part of the recruitment process, please contact Sharon Unsworth, the Federation’s Operations Manager, to arrange a visit to Green Fold to find out more about the school. Tel 01204 335883.

Closing date: Friday 30 September 2024 10.00am

Shortlisting: Monday 7 October 2024

Assessment Centre: Monday 14 October 2024

Interviews: Tuesday 15 October 2024

A recruitment pack is attached.

The application form should be returned to sam.tremblen@bolton.gov.uk (HR Lead, Children’s Services and Schools).

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure by the Disclosure and Barring Service and a barred list check,

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Selection Criteria

Essential

Desirable

Knowledge &

Understanding

• Pedagogy and the process of teaching & learning French
• Knowledge of current policies and procedures related to the welfare of students
• A good knowledge and understanding of current curriculum developments in French
• A knowledge of the NC requirements in the subject
• Experience or knowledge of the requirements of a form tutor

Qualifications

• A good honours degree in French
• Qualified teacher status
• Successful experience teaching French
• Evidence of further professional development

Skills & Experience

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to raise aspirations of students and inspire them to work towards shared goals
• Ability to effectively organise and prioritise workload
• Ability to self-evaluate and commitment to own professional development
• Ability to learn from experience
• Strong written and oral skills

Qualities

• Ability to collaborate effectively as part of a team
• Commitment to the safety and welfare of all people
• Good attendance record
• Strong references
• Commitment to extracurricular activities in French and whole school
• Willingness and ability to attend meetings/events outside normal school day

What the school offers its staff

About Park High School

Park High School is a vibrant, successful 11-16 school situated in the heart of the town of Colne. Over the years we have become the school of choice for our community. We are consistently oversubscribed and as a founding member of the Pennine Trust, we have built strong partnerships with our local schools. We are outward facing in our teaching and learning and innovative in offering a wide range of professional opportunities for our staff.

As a result of being oversubscribed, we are embarking on the next wave of recruitment for the highest calibre of staff who can help us make sure no one is left behind.

So why work at Park High School?

Teaching and Learning

At Park High School we believe in life long learning; learning that is an enjoyable experience for all. Quality first teaching is at the core of everything we do. Every student is entitled to experience a variety of teaching and learning styles which enable them to achieve their full potential and be the best they can be. We aim, through successful teaching and learning underpinned by researching practice, to develop the whole child and to enable our students to become life long learners.

Leaders consistently evaluate the effectiveness of teaching and learning within their departments and seek opportunities for regular developmental feedback and training, which creates the strong, supportive and vibrant culture at Park High School.

Expectations

There is a firm and fair approach to behaviour, underpinned by an ethos of positive relationships. Students and staff in the Park family strive to be the best they can be. Teachers pass on a love of their subject and prioritise the planning and teaching of their lessons. School leaders are also life long learners.

Further details about the role

The fundamental responsibilities applying to all classroom teachers are set down in the current Professional Standards for Teachers document which are summarised below. All teaching staff will be responsible to the appropriate Head of Department or Faculty for their teaching role and to the appropriate Head of Year for their pastoral role.

''All teaching staff shall perform, in accordance with any direction which may reasonably be given to them by the Headteacher from time to time, such particular duties as may reasonably be assigned to them'.”

1. Set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils

• establish a safe and stimulating environment for pupils, rooted in mutual respect
• set goals that stretch and challenge pupils of all backgrounds, abilities and dispositions
• demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values and behaviour which are expected of pupils.

2. Promote good progress and outcomes by pupils

• be accountable for pupils’ attainment, progress and outcomes
• be aware of pupils’ capabilities and their prior knowledge, and plan teaching to build on these
• guide pupils to reflect on the progress they have made and their emerging needs
• demonstrate knowledge and understanding of how pupils learn and how this impacts on teaching
• encourage pupils to take a responsible and conscientious attitude to their own work and study.

3. Demonstrate good subject and curriculum knowledge

• have a secure knowledge of the relevant subject(s) and curriculum areas, foster and maintain pupils’ interest in the subject, and address misunderstandings
• demonstrate a critical understanding of developments in the subject and curriculum areas, and promote the value of scholarship

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

St James’ is a welcoming, nurturing, and inclusive school where our Christian ethos and key values of Faith, Hope and Love underpin everything we do. Due to the retirement of our highly regarded Head Teacher the children, staff and governors of St James CE Primary School are now seeking to appoint an outstanding leader who will embrace both the strengths of the past and rise to the challenges of the future, bringing drive and ambition and providing the highest standard of leadership.

We are looking for a Head Teacher who:

• Understands and will promote our strong Christian ethos and values to ensure they will continue to flourish within the diverse community
• Is a team player with high expectations of themselves, staff and pupils so, that our children benefit from the highest standard of teaching to prepare them for an ever-changing world
• Has the vision, passion and enthusiasm to motivate and inspire everyone to be the best they can be
• Actively encourages parents to be involved in their child’s education
• Will ensure the importance of academic progress is accompanied by opportunities to develop social, creative and sporting skills
• Has an excellent understanding of safeguarding and is fully committed to inclusion, equality & diversity
• Will provide the highest levels of support for staff well-being and for their professional development while ensuring that all staff are respected and valued

What the school offers its staff

In return, we can offer the successful candidate the opportunity to:

• Lead a school that is aspirational, innovative and successful, which has a good Ofsted rating.
• Build on the many strengths of the school
• Work with a supportive, dedicated, skilled and loyal staff team
• Be supported by an active, committed and enthusiastic Governing Board
• Identify and further develop excellent CPD opportunities for all staff
• Work within a school with a Nursery

Further details about the role

St. James (Daisy Hill) CE Primary School.

Tel: 01942 634688

Role: Head Teacher – Permanent, Full Time

Salary Group 3 – L18 – L24A (£71,019 – £82,258)

Starting Date: 1st January 2025 (or sooner if possible)

Visits to school are strongly recommended and warmly welcomed – please contact Mrs. Diane Brown, School Business Manager, to arrange a convenient time on 01942 634688.

Further information about our school can be found on our website: https://stjamesdaisyhillceprimary.co.uk/

If you think you have the experience knowledge and drive to fulfil this role, please submit an application. This is a fantastic opportunity to take the next step in your career whilst making a positive difference to the outcomes for our school community.

A covering letter from the Governing Board, the application form, job description and person specifications are attached. The application form should be returned to sam.tremblen@bolton.gov.uk (HR Lead, Children’s Services and Schools)

Application Timeline:

Closing Date for applications: 11th September 2024 at 10:00am

Shortlisting Date: Wednesday: 18th September 2024

Assessment Centre: Wednesday: 25th September 2024

Interviews: Thursday: 26th September 2024

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure by the Disclosure and Barring Service

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Job Title: Residential Team Leader
Salary: £28600
Location: Blackpool
Hours of Work: Full-time
Social Care & Education are looking to hire a motivated and empathic Children Home Team Leader. You will be expected to support the emotional and physical needs of all the children within the home, ensuring you provide comfort and care at all times.
As a Team Leader, your main duties will be to:
· Provide high quality care services that support the needs of children and young people
· Be an advocate for their well-being
· Provide strong, motivational leadership to the team.
· Be responsible for safeguarding and promoting individual rights
· Provide good quality care, which is free from oppression and where differences are respected and valued.
· Provide high-quality support to children and young people with emotional, mental health, and behavioural issues.
· Implement care plans and risk assessments, ensuring the well-being of each individual.
· Maintain a good level of spoken and written English to effectively communicate with individuals, families, and team members.
· Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and policies related to children and young people's care.
· Assist in leadership and management of the home, ensuring a safe and supportive environment
· Support staff development and training, providing guidance and feedback.
· Participate with new admission procedures for new residents.
To be a Team Leader, we require you to have:
· Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
· Training certificates in First Aid, Food Hygiene, Fire Safety, Child Protection and Behaviour Management.
· Full Driving Licence
· Effective Leadership (12 months experience) in a similar role and environment, 2-3 years’ experience working with children and young people in a similar setting.
· Working alongside multi-agencies (e.g. Social Worker)
· Excellent IT skills- able to use outlook, word and excel
· Thorough knowledge of children legislations and safeguarding procedures.
· Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with young people, families and professionals
· A compassionate and caring nature with a genuine desire to make a difference.
· Ability to work flexibly, including weekends and evenings as required.

What skills and experience we're looking for



St James’ is a welcoming, nurturing, and inclusive school where our Christian ethos and key values of Faith, Hope and Love underpin everything we do. Due to the retirement of our highly regarded Head Teacher the children, staff and governors of St James CE Primary School are now seeking to appoint an outstanding leader who will embrace both the strengths of the past and rise to the challenges of the future, bringing drive and ambition and providing the highest standard of leadership.



We are looking for a Head Teacher who:



• Understands and will promote our strong Christian ethos and values to ensure they will continue to flourish within the diverse community
• Is a team player with high expectations of themselves, staff and pupils so, that our children benefit from the highest standard of teaching to prepare them for an ever-changing world
• Has the vision, passion and enthusiasm to motivate and inspire everyone to be the best they can be
• Actively encourages parents to be involved in their child’s education
• Will ensure the importance of academic progress is accompanied by opportunities to develop social, creative and sporting skills
• Has an excellent understanding of safeguarding and is fully committed to inclusion, equality & diversity
• Will provide the highest levels of support for staff well-being and for their professional development while ensuring that all staff are respected and valued




What the school offers its staff



In return, we can offer the successful candidate the opportunity to:



• Lead a school that is aspirational, innovative and successful, which has a good Ofsted rating.
• Build on the many strengths of the school
• Work with a supportive, dedicated, skilled and loyal staff team
• Be supported by an active, committed and enthusiastic Governing Board
• Identify and further develop excellent CPD opportunities for all staff
• Work within a school with a Nursery




Further details about the role

St. James (Daisy Hill) CE Primary School.

Tel: 01942 634688

Role: Head Teacher – Permanent, Full Time

Salary Group 3 – L18 – L24A (£71,019 – £82,258)

Starting Date: 1st January 2025 (or sooner if possible)



Visits to school are strongly recommended and warmly welcomed – please contact Mrs. Diane Brown, School Business Manager, to arrange a convenient time on 01942 634688.



Further information about our school can be found on our website: https://stjamesdaisyhillceprimary.co.uk/



If you think you have the experience knowledge and drive to fulfil this role, please submit an application. This is a fantastic opportunity to take the next step in your career whilst making a positive difference to the outcomes for our school community.



A covering letter from the Governing Board, the application form, job description and person specifications are attached. The application form should be returned to sam.tremblen@bolton.gov.uk (HR Lead, Children’s Services and Schools)



Application Timeline:



Closing Date for applications: 11th September 2024 at 10:00am



Shortlisting Date: Wednesday: 18th September 2024



Assessment Centre: Wednesday: 25th September 2024



Interviews: Thursday: 26th September 2024



The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure by the Disclosure and Barring Service

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for



Selection Criteria



Essential



Desirable



Knowledge &



Understanding



• Pedagogy and the process of teaching & learning French
• Knowledge of current policies and procedures related to the welfare of students
• A good knowledge and understanding of current curriculum developments in French
• A knowledge of the NC requirements in the subject
• Experience or knowledge of the requirements of a form tutor











Qualifications



• A good honours degree in French
• Qualified teacher status
• Successful experience teaching French
• Evidence of further professional development











Skills & Experience



• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to raise aspirations of students and inspire them to work towards shared goals
• Ability to effectively organise and prioritise workload
• Ability to self-evaluate and commitment to own professional development
• Ability to learn from experience
• Strong written and oral skills













Qualities



• Ability to collaborate effectively as part of a team
• Commitment to the safety and welfare of all people
• Good attendance record
• Strong references
• Commitment to extracurricular activities in French and whole school
• Willingness and ability to attend meetings/events outside normal school day













What the school offers its staff



About Park High School



Park High School is a vibrant, successful 11-16 school situated in the heart of the town of Colne. Over the years we have become the school of choice for our community. We are consistently oversubscribed and as a founding member of the Pennine Trust, we have built strong partnerships with our local schools. We are outward facing in our teaching and learning and innovative in offering a wide range of professional opportunities for our staff.



As a result of being oversubscribed, we are embarking on the next wave of recruitment for the highest calibre of staff who can help us make sure no one is left behind.



So why work at Park High School?



Teaching and Learning



At Park High School we believe in life long learning; learning that is an enjoyable experience for all. Quality first teaching is at the core of everything we do. Every student is entitled to experience a variety of teaching and learning styles which enable them to achieve their full potential and be the best they can be. We aim, through successful teaching and learning underpinned by researching practice, to develop the whole child and to enable our students to become life long learners.



Leaders consistently evaluate the effectiveness of teaching and learning within their departments and seek opportunities for regular developmental feedback and training, which creates the strong, supportive and vibrant culture at Park High School.



Expectations



There is a firm and fair approach to behaviour, underpinned by an ethos of positive relationships. Students and staff in the Park family strive to be the best they can be. Teachers pass on a love of their subject and prioritise the planning and teaching of their lessons. School leaders are also life long learners.



Further details about the role



The fundamental responsibilities applying to all classroom teachers are set down in the current Professional Standards for Teachers document which are summarised below. All teaching staff will be responsible to the appropriate Head of Department or Faculty for their teaching role and to the appropriate Head of Year for their pastoral role.



''All teaching staff shall perform, in accordance with any direction which may reasonably be given to them by the Headteacher from time to time, such particular duties as may reasonably be assigned to them'.”



1. Set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils



• establish a safe and stimulating environment for pupils, rooted in mutual respect
• set goals that stretch and challenge pupils of all backgrounds, abilities and dispositions
• demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values and behaviour which are expected of pupils.







2. Promote good progress and outcomes by pupils



• be accountable for pupils’ attainment, progress and outcomes
• be aware of pupils’ capabilities and their prior knowledge, and plan teaching to build on these
• guide pupils to reflect on the progress they have made and their emerging needs
• demonstrate knowledge and understanding of how pupils learn and how this impacts on teaching
• encourage pupils to take a responsible and conscientious attitude to their own work and study.











3. Demonstrate good subject and curriculum knowledge



• have a secure knowledge of the relevant subject(s) and curriculum areas, foster and maintain pupils’ interest in the subject, and address misunderstandings
• demonstrate a critical understanding of developments in the subject and curriculum areas, and promote the value of scholarship





Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Learning Manager - Hazel Wood High School

Salary: Grade 6, SCP 6, £23,893 per annum, actual salary £18,564

The post is 32.75 hours per week term time plus 5 additional days to be worked during periods of school closure.

The trust, on behalf of Hazel Wood High School, are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and enthusiastic Learning Manager to join our Inclusion and SEND provision. Pupils within this provision receive personalised support programmes that are focused around their specific needs and outcomes. You will be part of an excellent team and provided with extensive support that will enable you to develop to your full potential both in this role and beyond.



We believe that Hazel Wood High is a great place to work. This post offers you the opportunity to work in/with:



• A School with a strong will and determination to continue to improve.
• A School that has high expectations of all who work here.
• A School that places teaching and learning at the heart of school improvement.
• A School that is driven by strong values, invests in its staff and students and has a high regard for their welfare.
• A supportive and cooperative teaching staff who are committed to their roles.
• A School that works effectively with all stakeholders.
• A caring School where you can make a real difference to the lives of young people.















What the school offers its staff



Our trust can offer you:



• An incredible opportunity to be part of an exceptional school and work with experienced and successful leaders.
• The chance to be part of a growing and forwarding thinking trust that will provide wider opportunities in the future.
• Extensive support to progress your potential at an exciting time in our development.
• An opportunity to work within an inclusive and values driven organisation and the chance to be part of a highly skilled, dedicated, and hardworking team.
• Support with health and wellbeing via ‘Medicash’, a Health Cash Plan that is paid for by the trust and gives access to a range of helpful benefits. The trust also provides access to ‘Welbee’, a dedicated staff wellbeing improvement service.











Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Registered Learning Disability Manager- Morecambe
Permanent - 40hours per week incl some hybrid and on site location.

Are you seeking a new challenge within a leadership and management role, managing a service for adults with learning disability and autism? Do you want to work for an established and expanding provider of support to individuals with a learning disability and autism?

The role:

• To lead and manage a team of people within a residential setting for adults with a learning disability and autism.
• To be part of a professional and person centred organisation who strive to provide the highest quality of care for the individuals being supported.
• Ensuring all staff are provided with their training and development plans, staff management, rotas, support planning.
• To lead and motivate the team to ensure they provide the best possible outcomes for the people being supported and in a person centred way.
• Attend, chair meetings, liaising with other professionals and agencies.
• Adhere to internal policies and procedures and work within CQC legislation and frameworks.

The ideal person:

• A strong leader with experience of managing services for people with learning disability, autism, mental health, challenging behaviours.
• Proactive, self motivated and with a can -do and positive approach to your daily work.
• Honest and integrity and with the ability to lead and manage a team effectively to achieve positive outcomes.
• Flexible to work on a rota basis where needed and with some travel to other sites if required.
• Level 5 in Leadership & Management or willingness to complete this.

Benefits:

• Flexible working options to promote work/life balance
• 28 days annual leave
• Incentive and discount schemes
• Training, scope for career development
• Pension scheme
• Recognition and Reward Schemes, Mileage paid for travel outside base of operations
• Laptop & Mobile Phone

If you meet the criteria we look forward to hearing from you. Apply now!

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We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds

Pinewood School is a special school which provides children and young people who have additional learning needs an opportunity to access high quality learning and teaching. The curriculum is designed and adapted to meet the diverse needs of individual learners.

The school is based in the village of Blackburn. The school is classified as through school supporting both primary and secondary aged pupils. There are 19 classes across the school. The school is supported by a team of health professionals who regularly meet with staff, children and parents. This includes: school nursing team, Community Pediatrician, Speech and Language Therapists, Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist, Education Psychologist and Children and Adolescent Mental Health Team.

There is a very positive ethos across the school. Staff, parents and partners work very well together to create a community to provide the best possible care for our children. We are seeking a new school leader who will bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to join the school community in creating a dynamic and inclusive environment for our most complex learners in West Lothian. The community links have been further strengthened by the recent refurbishment of the school bringing all classes back on one site.

During the session 2023/24 the school roll comprised of 140 pupils, Head Teacher, Depute Head Teacher, Principal Teachers and 30 members of teaching staff and a team of 78 pupil support workers.

Pinewood Vision:

Effective high-quality learning and teaching is a priority and works alongside a nurturing ethos within the school. Staff are creative, barrier removing and caring in approaches allowing pupils to access the curriculum appropriately. Therefore, all staff set high expectations to encourage young people to be all they can be in order that they achieve their individual potential. This allows all learners to leave school as effective contributors, successful learners, confident individuals, and responsible citizens. The school celebrates every child’s individual success and promotes lifelong learning and development of skills life. Our vision as a school community is to provide relevant, supportive and challenging learning experiences. Fostering a community where learners are given opportunities to develop a positive attitude towards lifelong learning promoting more independent living.

We base our values on creating:

• Positive ethos
• Independence
• Nurturing Environment
• Empowering young people
• Welcoming
• Opportunities for all
• Openness
• Dedicated to success

Qualifications, Skills, Knowledge

Essential

• The post holder will have significant relevant experience as a teacher and promoted post holder who has achieved the very highest standards.
• The post holder must have a sound knowledge of current national curricular developments in teaching and learning both theory and practice.
• The post holder must evidence a clear ability to implement and evaluate such methodology through self-evaluation and quality assurance.
• The post holder must be able to demonstrate leadership ability and must have good management, liaison, communication/interpersonal and presentational skills.
• The post holder must also have a professional commitment to maximising pupil progress attainment and achievement.

Requirements

Desirable:

• The post holder will have experience with managing Complex Additional Support Needs and bring a wealth of experience and leadership skills to create an innovative and supportive work environment.

Essential Qualifications: Appropriate teaching qualifications at degree level GTC Registration Previous promoted experience.

Desirable Qualifications: Appropriate postgraduate qualification Educational research experience SQH strong knowledge and understanding of children with additional support needs.

After 1 August 2020, Education Authorities can only appoint the following categories of people as permanent Head Teachers:-

1) People who have achieved the Standard for Headship.

2) People appointed as permanent Head Teachers of a public school, a grant-aided school or an independent school on or before 1 August 2020.

A person who has not yet achieved the Standard for Headship may be appointed as a head teacher, provided the appointment does not exceed 30 months.

Should you have any queries in relation to the post please contact the ASN Manager - asnmanager@westlothian.gov.uk

West Lothian Council are committed to far reaching changes to the way we deliver our Education Services. These changes include giving you the support and environment that you need to get on with your job and develop your abilities. Our dedication is demonstrated by the whole council achievement of the Investors in People Standard and always aiming a little higher in our service delivery and improvements.

A relevant teaching qualification and registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland is essential.

This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Successful candidates will be required to join the Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check prior to commencing employment and the cost will be met by the candidate.

The fee for a Full PVG Scheme Membership is £59 or Existing Member is £18.

After 1 August 2020, Education Authorities can only appoint the following categories of people as permanent Head Teachers:-

• People who have achieved the Standard for Headship.

• People appointed as permanent Head Teachers of a public school, a grant-aided school or an independent school on or before 1 August 2020.

A person who has not yet achieved the Standard for Headship may be appointed as a head teacher, provided the appointment does not exceed 30 months.

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We’re here to create and harness knowledge, to deliver opportunity for everyone.

About the Role

As Head of Department of Secondary and Further Education, you will be responsible for the vision and operational planning related to all aspects of the Department of Secondary and Further Education, which includes internal leadership for the preparation of Ofsted inspections, curriculum development and design, recruitment & retention, student employability and quality management.

For informal enquiries about this vacancy, you may wish to contact: Dr Jane Moore, Pro Vice-Chancellor & Dean of Education at moorja@edgehill.ac.uk

About You

An inspirational leader, you will have experience of developing, managing and leading new initiatives, projects and courses. Adaptable, resilient and with high levels of emotional intelligence, you will be a key player in fulfilling the vision and ambitions of the Faculty of Education.

You will have the communication skills required to build relationships, along with experience of research, consultancy, evidence-based practice and publication or innovation.

It is important to note that the successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and that this will form part of the conditions of offer of employment.

At Edge Hill University we value the benefits a rich and diverse workforce brings to our community and therefore welcome applications from all sections of society.

Rewards & Benefits

Working at Edge Hill means working in a distinctly empowering environment, where culture and collaboration are valued above traditional process-driven thinking. This is a workplace where you can really make a difference.

As a senior colleague at Edge Hill University, you will have access to a generous pension scheme, with optional corporate healthcare and extensive development opportunities.

Based on an award-winning campus in West Lancashire, Edge Hill University offers a stimulating and empowering environment for ambitious and high performing professionals.

About Us

At Edge Hill University we believe in the life changing opportunities knowledge can create. Since 1885, we’ve been creating access to knowledge for those who may not have had the opportunity to before.

The Faculty of Education has recently been awarded ‘Outstanding’ across all its provision by Ofsted and is the only Higher Education Institution under the current regulatory framework to receive a rating of Outstanding for Overall Effectiveness across all three age phases.

Today, the effect we have has a far-reaching impact, not just for those who come to study here but for those who work, invest in, and live in our local communities too. So, if you’ve ever wondered if one person can make a difference, simply speak to our alumni, students, and award-winning staff.

Because for us education isn’t about how much you take in. It’s about what you take out into the world.

Inspiring minds and changing futures since 1885, Edge Hill University is “A great success story… an institution that improves and impresses year after year” – Times Higher Education

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