Total 41 Education / Training job vacancies in Taunton, TA2 6AN

We're all here to make a positive difference to people with learning disabilities and/or autism in Taunton.

The post holder will be part of the Project SEARCH programme working in partnership with Musgrove Park Hospital and an Education provider to deliver the specific Project SEARCH programme to interns.

The Project SEARCH trainer provides individualised support for interns during the internship rotation in order for the interns to acquire competitive and marketable skills.

The post holder will be based in the Musgrove Park Hospital. Interns are young adults who have a learning disability and / or autism. Interns are recruited by all three parties over the summer months, in readiness to start the programme in September. This role works to the academic year, so it is mainly term time.

The successful candidates will work term time only, which equates to 41 working weeks. This will offer the successful candidate a good work-life balance.

The working hours are 9am-4pm when working during term time, and the pro-rata salary equates to £21,081.19.

Interviews will be face to face in Highbridge YMCA on the 10th July.

About the role

- To facilitate the training and integration of a student with disabilities in a worksite rotation and/or competitive work environment.

- Communicates effectively with Project SEARCH Instructor, other skills trainers, internship department managers /mentors, co-workers, family members, and college personnel as it relates to the student being trained.

- Perform specific task analysis, especially when students are challenged to learn and perform tasks to a productive and quality level.

- Assist with completing the Vocational Profile to determine the abilities of the intern, the demands of the internship tasks and assist the team to make meaningful matches

About you

The successful applicant will have:

- Experience of supporting individuals with learning disabilities and/or autism

- The ability to use a variety of software packages (e.g. Word, Excel, Email, databases)

- Knowledge of how to respond to a variety of situations and problem solve using own initiative.

- Experience of meeting targets and deadlines

Rewards

Discovery are committed to developing skills and rewarding our staff. We offer:

- Potential term time contract available

- Access to discounts on high street shopping, cinema tickets and meals out

- Employee Assistance Programme

- Supported 'Learn to Drive' scheme (up to 10 driving lessons paid for by us)

- Pension scheme

- Long Service Awards

- Life Assurance

Who we are

Discovery exists to help each person we support to live a fulfilling life, to be equal in society and to be active in his or her local community. That's a big deal. It means being able to have choice and control in life. It means choosing to go out or to stay in, making friends and having relationships, finding and developing skills and interests. It also means managing a home, voting, staying healthy and being able to pursue employment or volunteering opportunities. If you think you can help the people we support get more from life, in a direct support or office based role, we want to hear from you.

Apply now:

So if you would like to be a part of our team and if you feel that your values match ours, please apply by clicking the button below - upload your CV and we will be in touch. You could soon be making a positive difference every day.

If you want more information or just an informal chat about Discovery and the roles we have available - please contact our friendly Resourcing Team on 0300 303 9202 or drop us an email discoveryresourcing@discovery-uk.org

This role requires an enhanced DBS Disclosure, which will be obtained for you by Discovery.

Discovery is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity and is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. Discovery are Disability Confident Committed and we guarantee to interview all applicants who let us know they have a disability and meet the minimum essential criteria for this role. Discovery has been awarded this symbol by Jobcentre Plus to recognise our commitment towards the employment, retention, training and career development of disabled employees. As part of our commitment to making reasonable adjustments we can offer support to complete your application in our offices using assistive technology.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

The post holder will have a base at an NHS England office location but may be required to work at other locations within the South West from time to time. You will have the opportunity to work remotely as determined by the changing needs of the business. You can find further details about the job, in the attached Job Description and other supporting documents.

The Finance and Planning Directorate in NHS England is looking for talented, diverse, highly motivated people to join the Financial Accounting team as Senior Lead: Sector Accounting - Accounts Production. We:

· work closely with government to agree NHS funding;

· ensure the NHS lives within its annual budget set by Parliament;

· decide how to distribute the funding to the different NHS services and parts of England;

· support innovative programmes that improve the care and experience of NHS patients or people using NHS services;

· set out the financial and performance priorities the NHS should be delivering each year;

· report how much the NHS has spent on providing services each year;

· explore how the NHS can make the best use of its money;

· look at how spend on building or equipment can improve the care and experience of people using NHS services.

· consider how nationally we use these resources to improve healthcare outcomes, reduce inequality, improve health and support the NHS.

As Senior Lead - Accounts Production, you will lead on the production of the Consolidated NHS Provider Accounts. This will include overseeing the design and production of templates to collect and process accounts information from over 200 NHS providers and leading a team supporting finance staff across NHS providers to deliver high quality financial reporting.

The team offershigh profile, fast-paced projects. This requires adaptability, rigor and innovation and provides exciting development opportunities for those developing their careers in the NHS, health or the public sector.

Below are the types of skills and experience that we are looking for.Even if you feel you only meet some of the criteria, we encourage you to apply.

· A qualified accountant to lead on production of the Consolidated NHS Provider Accounts and supporting processes.

· Oversee the design of collection templates to collect accounts data from NHS providers, with a strategic view of risks in processes for collection of accounts data.

· Have an understanding of accounting requirements in the NHS and the ability to write guidance thereon.

· Experienced in producing IFRS accounts which may include consolidations.

· Strong attention to detail in reviewing accounts data and ensuring accuracy in consolidation adjustments.

In April 2023, NHS England, NHS Digital, and Health Education England merged to create a new, single organisation to lead the NHS in England. This new NHS England is designed to create a simpler, smaller, high performing, organisation that leads the NHS more effectively and is a better place to work. Speaking with one voice to the service.

The new NHS England board have set out the top-level purpose for the new organisation to lead the NHS in England to deliver high-quality services for all, which will inform the detailed design work and we will achieve this purpose by:
• Enabling local systems and providers to improve the health of their people and patients and reduce health inequalities.
• Making the NHS a great place to work, where our people can make a difference and achieve their potential.
• Working collaboratively to ensure our healthcare workforce has the right knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to deliver accessible, compassionate care
• Optimising the use of digital technology, research, and innovation
• Delivering value for money.

If you would like to know more or require further information, please visithttps://www.england.nhs.uk/ .

Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend, on average, at least 40% of their time working in-person.

Within Finance and Planning, we put the Equality Diversity and Inclusion commitment into practice with our staff led delivery group.

We want to see all parts of our community represented in our own team so we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply for jobs with us. Diverse teams are often the highest performing and welcome the range of experience that diversity brings to our teams.

Speak to us about flexible working arrangements - job share, part time or another flexible pattern. We are now working in a hybrid way across home and office locations and support flexible working arrangements. We want to be sure you can work in a way that is best for us, for you and for our patients.

Please see attached job description for further information about the responsibilities of this role. You can find further details about the role, a letter from the Deputy CFOs and advice on completing your application in the Document to download section.

To discuss this role please contact Eleanor Shirtliff oneleanor.shirtliff@nhs.net.


This advert closes on Tuesday 28 May 2024

Contract: Permanent, 6 months’ probationary period

Hours: Full Time, 37.5 hours per week

Benefits: Paid school holidays plus other benefits.

Start date: As soon as possible

Location: Creech St. Michael, Taunton, Somerset

Do you want to teach without the pressures that come from mainstream schools?

Do you want to teach in very small groups where you can make a real difference to individual lives?

Do you want to be in a school where work life balance isn’t just talked about it’s a reality?

Pupils blossom at this caring and happy school. Staff nurture pupils well and pupils feel valued and safe. There are positive relationships between staff and pupils. Pupils learn to value their education because staff help them experience success. (HMI March 2022)

Cambian Somerset School is an independent secondary day special school supporting young people with autism located in Somerset very close to Taunton. The school is part of the Cambian Group a federation of 36 special schools across the country.

We are looking for innovative and enthusiastic teachers to complement our very committed and highly supportive team. Specialisms in English, PE, Science and Thrive would be an advantage but not essential. We are exceptionally proud of the impact we have made in ensuring the very best for all our pupils now and in the future and welcome candidates who share the ethos of valuing everyone’s contribution and working collaboratively with all parties to ensure the very best for pupils.

You will be working in a school which will be both challenging and rewarding where we maintain a strong safeguarding culture, where pupils and staff are listened to, respected and involved in as many decisions as possible.

We offer comprehensive training, insight into therapeutic practice and further career development opportunities.

Somerset School employs a rigorous “safeguarding” approach to recruitment.

We are keen to hear from experienced teachers as well as those who are just starting in their careers who want to work alongside young people with autism and their families.

This position is due to commence as soon as possible – subject to approved reference/DBS checks. Cambian is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Cambian is committed to Safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks.

Cambian will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will be purely based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination, a person who will not be on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share information if and when it is relevant and of concern.

Position Available: Key Stage 2 Teacher

Location: Taunton, Somerset

School Type: Autism Specific School

Salary: Competitive, Paid to Scale

Contract: Full-Time with Complete Responsibilities

Are you a dedicated educator with a passion for supporting autistic learners? We are currently seeking a Key Stage 2 Teacher to join our specialized autism school located just outside the bustling city centre of Taunton, Somerset.

About the School:

Our school is situated in a modern and spacious facility designed specifically to accommodate the unique needs of autistic learners. Located conveniently just outside the city centre of Taunton, our school provides a nurturing and supportive environment where every child can thrive.

Role Responsibilities:

- Develop and deliver tailored lessons for Key Stage 2 students with autism.

- Foster a positive and supportive classroom atmosphere conducive to the needs of autistic learners.

- Utilize specialized teaching strategies and sensory accommodations to support diverse learning styles.

- Collaborate closely with colleagues and support staff to ensure individualized student progress.

- Maintain open communication with parents and guardians to support the holistic development of students.

- Uphold the school's ethos of empathy, understanding, and inclusion.

Candidate Requirements:

- Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent certification.

- Previous experience working with autistic learners is preferred.

- Strong understanding of autism and strategies for supporting diverse needs.

- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach to teamwork.

- Dedication to creating an inclusive and nurturing learning environment.

Perks & Benefits:

- Competitive salary, paid in accordance with scale.

- Full-time position with comprehensive responsibilities.

- Supportive leadership team and a welcoming community of staff.

- Modern and spacious school designed to meet the specific needs of autistic learners.

- Opportunities for professional growth and development.

If you are passionate about supporting autistic learners and dedicated to making a positive impact, we encourage you to apply. For further details or to express your interest, please contact Alec Stott at alec.stott@teacheractive.com or call 01392 693313.

Join us in our mission to provide a supportive and enriching educational experience for autistic learners in Taunton.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.



Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.



Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.

For a full list of duties and responsibilities, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Your new company

At Hays Education, we provide a variety of teachers to fill exciting roles in the Taunton area. As a Supply teacher with Hays, you will be provided with all the necessary information to ensure you are comfortable with the position you are in, with regular check-ins and ongoing support from experienced consultants. Become a lifelong partner with Hays, and we will help you achieve your career goals.


Your new role

We have a variety of secondary teaching roles in the Taunton area that might be of interest to you. These include long-term, permanent, and supply teaching roles. If you are looking for flexibility, then we can guarantee you the number of days you desire. As a Supply teacher with Hays, you will have the opportunity to hone your craft with some fantastic schools in Taunton, and we aim to match you with the school that suits you. You will also have the option of day-to-day work if your situation changes! For day-to-day work, the cover work will often be set by the teacher you will be covering for, meaning you will have no work to take home with you either!

What you\'ll need to succeed

For teaching roles, you will need to have relevant qualifications and teaching experience. You will also need to provide the necessary documents required for our compliance process, including eligibility to work in the UK, recent references, teaching qualifications, and proof of address. We can help you obtain a new DBS if you do not already have one. Flexibility in this role is desired, including the ability to adapt your teaching techniques to suit the needs of your students.


What you\'ll get in return

• A competitive salary and pension.
• Holiday allowance.
• Ongoing support from consultants with extensive educational knowledge.
• The opportunity to work in a beautiful seaside location.
• Refer a friend voucher.
• Potential full-time positions and guarantees for suitable candidates.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new company

At Hays Education, we provide a variety of teachers to fill exciting roles in the Taunton area. As a Supply teacher with Hays, you will be provided with all the necessary information to ensure you are comfortable with the position you are in, with regular check-ins and ongoing support from experienced consultants. Become a lifelong partner with Hays, and we will help you achieve your career goals.


Your new role

We have a variety of secondary teaching roles in the Taunton area that might be of interest to you. These include long-term, permanent, and supply teaching roles. If you are looking for flexibility, then we can guarantee you the number of days you desire. As a Supply teacher with Hays, you will have the opportunity to hone your craft with some fantastic schools in Taunton, and we aim to match you with the school that suits you. You will also have the option of day-to-day work if your situation changes! For day-to-day work, the cover work will often be set by the teacher you will be covering for, meaning you will have no work to take home with you either!

What you\'ll need to succeed

For teaching roles, you will need to have relevant qualifications and teaching experience. You will also need to provide the necessary documents required for our compliance process, including eligibility to work in the UK, recent references, teaching qualifications, and proof of address. We can help you obtain a new DBS if you do not already have one. Flexibility in this role is desired, including the ability to adapt your teaching techniques to suit the needs of your students.


What you\'ll get in return

• A competitive salary and pension.
• Holiday allowance.
• Ongoing support from consultants with extensive educational knowledge.
• The opportunity to work in a beautiful seaside location.
• Refer a friend voucher.
• Potential full-time positions and guarantees for suitable candidates.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Primary Teacher

Your Teaching career starts here. We are looking for a Primary Teacher to join a school in Taunton. As a Primary Teacher you will be working with an experienced team and in a culture where children are respected, listened to, and involved in as many decisions as possible.

As a Primary Teacher your day will be varied and interesting where you will be able to follow a flexible structure whilst supporting children and young people by providing bespoke therapeutic educational frameworks that are tailor-made to each child and young person.

The school provides an alternative education provision, which works with children and young people who struggle in their formal or specialised education settings. They offer education on an outreach basis or within one of their Ofsted registered schools.

As a Primary Teacher you will be working within a Trauma-informed practice model where the school can support and follow a therapeutic practice. The schools have been awarded the ‘Attachment and Trauma Sensitive School Award’.

The leadership team will invest in your progression as a professional in the Education sector. Not only do they source and deliver up-to-date training opportunities, but they also prioritise and discuss your personal development goals to ensure you’re getting the most out of your career. The school knows how important it is that they look after you, so you can look after the children who need you, and that’s one of the key reasons they were named Employer of the Year at the National Children and Young People Awards 2021.

The schools’ young people may have had many adults come in and out of their lives, often adding to their trauma. Therefore, they are looking for committed and dedicated people that want to continue their careers with a therapeutically based organisation and leading alternative education provision.

About the School

The school offers a range of supportive, safe environments for children and young people with whom mainstream and other school settings have not worked. Their Ofsted registered and rated independent schools around England offer a range of academic, vocational, SEN, and disabilities (SEND) options.

The Team

The school is a small bungalow on the edge of a beautiful park in central Taunton. They are a team of 26 who support children and young people covering Somerset. The children are aged between 8-19 years.

They offer a school without walls for the children & young people. They have their own forest school area and a teaching site at a local equine facility as well as lots of access to other areas and settings.

The school has been awarded the Attachment & Trauma -Sensitive Award (ATSSA)– Gold

They are looking forward to you joining their team!

Hours

• Term Time, this goes in line with the local authority

• Full-Time hours are 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday 08:30am - 16:30pm

Why Five Rivers?

• On-going training and learning through the Learning & Development Team
• They are committed to your development – They hold a Gold Investors in People Award
• Simply Health Medical Cash Back Scheme
• Perk Box High Street Discounts
• Ongoing training and support from in-house and external trainers
• Employee Support Programmes
• Enhanced company pension scheme (4% employer contribution)
• Enhanced Maternity Leave Package for mothers who have been with us for over 1 year
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme
• Long service and recognition scheme

Requirements

• Good written and IT skills
• Able to communicate with children, colleagues, and external customers
• Able to actively listen to others
• NQTS or QTS registration
• Valid Driving Licence – this is essential for this role
• Have the Right to Work in the UK


If you have experience working within a specialist education provision or simply have the passion to make a difference, we would love to hear from you!


The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People, applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and DBS check.

The organisation is an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

The organisation is an Investor in People and Equal Opportunities employer.


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Join Our Team as a Secondary Teacher

About the Role: An exciting opportunity awaits a Secondary Teacher at a specialized educational institution. We're searching for a passionate, dedicated individual to join us in educating and nurturing secondary-level students. This role involves delivering engaging lessons and providing tailored support to meet our students' diverse needs. Experience of working with autism, Learning Difficulties, complex needs and physical disabilities would be beneficial.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality lessons to secondary-level students
• Create individualized learning plans to support student development
• Cultivate a supportive, inclusive classroom environment
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure holistic student progress

Requirements:

• Qualified Secondary Teacher with relevant certifications
• Experience or interest in special education
• Ability to create engaging, accessible lesson plans
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to make a positive impact in students' lives
• Join a supportive, passionate teaching team
• Professional development and growth opportunities

This position is at a competent and well-established specialist school in Taunton, with a dynamic leadership team and holds the opportunity to become a permanent role for the right candidate!

To apply, please send your CV and cover letter to Alec Stott at alec.stott@teacheractive.com or call 01392 693313. Join us in creating a nurturing educational environment for students with diverse needs.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.



Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.



Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.

The role of the Research Nurse is to assist in the management and co-ordination of research projects involving patients, families and carers at Somerset Foundation NHS Trust. This post will involve the safe conduct of research involving both NIHR portfolio studies and industry funded research, working within the South West Peninsula Clinical Research Network. The role will involve facilitating the aims of the NIHR at a local level by ensuring that the Trust meets its targets for research delivery. You will work as an integral part of the Research team co-ordinating, delivering, monitoring and recording the care and progress of patients involved in research studies and clinical trials. Working alongside the multidisciplinary team, you will recruit patients and their families to research, thoroughly supporting patients and their carers during their involvement in the research process. You will ensure that all elements of clinical trial work is carried out in accordance with UK and EU legal requirements, Trust policies and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and regulatory requirements to provide assurance that the rights, safety and wellbeing of patients are protected.