Total 9 Junior Executive level Education / Training job vacancies in IPSWICH, SUFFOLK, IP1 2AN

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).

If the trial is a success, we’ll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG!

Job title: Pastoral Assistant

Location: Wetheringsett Manor, Suffolk

Salary: Up to £22,000 per annum

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday 08:15 to 15:45

Contract: Permanent, Term Time only

Start Date: December 2024

UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

As part of our continued growth in service, we are looking for Pastoral Assistant to join our team at Wetheringsett Manor School, Suffolk.

About the role

The aim of the role is to support and promote a positive, caring environment, which focuses upon and addresses the needs of each individual pupil or young person.

The role exists to guide all staff in the support approaches most successful for the inclusion of young people in the classroom to ensure that continuous learning is achieved during learning phases in the school.

To provide direct support to young people in crisis and who require additional care throughout the school day and to oversee and contribute to the wider planning around the holistic development of young people in the long term.

To work alongside the Head of Behaviour and welfare to implement strategies, processes and approaches that are in fitting with the school’s approach.

Expectations

In fulfilling your role, you will be expected to:

Ensure that all policies, procedures and practices reflect the schools commitment to the importance and value of the individual. It is therefore your task to challenge and change any policies, procedures or practice which is discriminatory or prejudicial and which does not reflect or promote the ethos of the school and ensure that they successfully reflect good practice and expectations of Wetheringsett Manor School, Ofsted and legal guidance.
Ensure that all pupils and young people are treated with dignity and respect, in an environment, which reflects the importance of, and their right to be treated as valuable worthwhile individuals.
Take every step necessary to ensure that our pupils and young people are protected from neglect, abuse and exploitation.
Where deemed necessary by the Head teacher - To support class teachers by assisting in classroom management and by providing basic supervision and day care skills in relation to pupils.
To assist in developing and implementing individual educational and behavioural programmes.
As Pastoral assistant you are expected to maintain strict confidentiality in all areas of your work.
About the School

Wetheringsett Manor School is a new independent day SEMH School for up to 42 pupils aged 11-18. Our dedicated team work together to ensure successful outcomes for pupils who often arrive at the school with a troubled view of education and life.

Wetheringsett Manor School has gone through significant refurbishment and is based in Suffolk, East Anglia and opened to pupils in November 2020. The Manor House is located in 17 acres of parkland with wooded boundaries and sits on the edge of the village of Wetheringsett. The accommodation also provides several other buildings including a converted stable block, a cottage and two industrial units.

We pride ourselves in steering pupils in the right direction, nurturing aspiration to progress them both academically and socially to encourage them to take pride in their achievements. Socially, we build confidence in our students, so they are able to have a greater understanding of the wider community in which they live.

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 part of Acorn Education and can promise you plenty of challenges, and a rich variety of opportunities to develop your career. Acorn Education is the UK’s leading independent provider of specialist education for vulnerable pupils and young people. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.

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.

Why join Acorn Education?

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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Position: Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
Location: Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
Daily rate: £86 - £98
Hours: Mon - Fri: 08:00 - 16:00
Our Partner SEN School:

We're currently looking for an additional Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join our SEN School near Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk.

Our SEN School near Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk provides a safe, inclusive learning environment for learners SEMH and Autism. Our partner SEN School has small classes, a maximum of 10 students and a minimum of 3 staff per class as a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) you can focus on the needs of each student. There is a full clinical team onsite to support you at all times and you will have the support of an experienced and stable SLT.

This is an exciting opportunity to develop your career whilst you help shape and develop our provision to achieve this.

Key Duties as a Learning Support Assistant (LSA):
- To establish a safe, caring and supportive relationship with pupils in order to support them feeling safe and enable learners to enjoy and learn during their time at the School.
- To promote and encourage independence and personal development in pupils and maintain high expectations of behaviour at all times.
- To contribute to providing high quality, challenging and differentiated educational activities and experiences through supporting the teaching of a broad and balanced curriculum aiming at pupils achieving their full potential in all areas of learning.
- Support the Class Teacher in all areas of the day to day running of the class
- To respond to the varying and changing needs of the school and adapt to any task presented to achieve the smooth running of the school.
- To promote pupils' cognitive, social, emotional, behavioural, physical development and spiritual well-being.
- Demonstrate a proven ability to work collaboratively within a multi-professional team

Learning Support Assistant (LSA) Skills and Qualifications
- GCSE Maths and English Language qualification minimum Grade 4 or equivalent is essential.
- Ideally have experience or knowledge of SEMH needs
- Commutable to Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk

Learning Support Assistant (LSA) Additional Information
- Dedicated consultant giving you full support through your process.
- Years of experience working in the education sector
- Online application process.
- Access to 20+ CPD Courses
- When with Inspire EHC - Weekly PAYE pay 
- Will help you secure the highest salary when going permanent.
- Help you secure a role in the most suitable setting. 
- Personable/honest approach.

Inspire EHC & our partner school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to a satisfactory enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and at least two independent references. Inspire EHC ltd is an Equal Opportunities employer. Inspire EHC is unable to provide Sponsorship at this time.

Job Advert

Falkirk Council are looking to recruit a Support for Learning Assistant for St Joseph’s Primary School. You will provide support for teachers, early years professionals and children to enhance experiences and achievement for children. You will undertake a range of support activities with regard to general supervision, safety, care and well-being of the children.

Good communication skills are essential and the role could involve supporting children with mobility needs. You should enjoy working as part of a team.

You will work 12 hours per week on a term time basis.

This post is temporary until June 2025 due to service requirement.

If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership and approval by Disclosure Scotland.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

What skills and experience we're looking for

We currently have a vacancy for a highly motivated Learning Support Assistant to provide learning and care support for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in class, in small groups or 1:1. We are looking for a candidate who will:

• Provide learning and care support for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in class, in small groups or 1:1.
• Be the Designated Adult for named children.
• Work with the teacher to plan and deliver activities.
• Support children with routines, transitions and behaviour management including successful entry into school in the morning.
• Responsible for supervising children and leading activities during the lunch break to ensure that the break runs effectively and that the safety and welfare of children is maintained.

What the school offers its staff

School staff have a close working relationship with each other – they say it’s a great place to work and they feel valued. We offer you the opportunity to develop all aspects of your practice, with the support of the leadership team, Governors and our highly skilled staff.

Combs Ford Primary School is a member of the Children’s Endeavour Trust – a Multi Academy Trust currently formed of eight schools located in Ipswich and Stowmarket. The MAT was established in 2019 and is responsible for approximately 3000 pupils. We work closely with the other schools within the MAT to achieve excellence through collaboration.

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: Teaching Assistant

Location: Bramfield House School, Suffolk

Salary: £18,000 per annum (not pro rata)

Hours: 34 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Contract: Permanent, Term Time only

Start date: October/November 2024

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

As part of our continued growth, we now have a fantastic opportunity for a Teaching Assistant to join our close-knit team at Bramfield House School located in Suffolk.

About the role

To work as part of ‘one team’ to assist in the everyday education and care of young people with special education needs.

Provide support for pupils within the classroom with the aim of supporting independence. Assisting the teacher in the delivery of the curriculum.

Provide specialist SEN, subject or other support to pupils.

Responsibilities

Establish and maintain individual relationships with pupils that are consistent, caring and understanding.
Liaise with education and care colleagues regarding issues, concerns, or achievements of pupils.
Contribute to half-termly pupil planning and reviews, including Progress Reports.
Work one-to-one on specific programs (e.g. behavioural or literacy intervention) when required.
Supervise of pupils going to and from class at transition times and when in need of time out.
Work with pupils at break and lunch times in offering support and supervision with recreational activities.
Present suitable personal standards of behaviour to pupils and act as an appropriate role model.
About us

Bramfield House School is an independent residential special educational needs school for boys aged 7 – 16 years who have social, emotional, mental health, communication difficulties and associated challenging behaviours, located in rural Suffolk. The School has a committed and innovative multidisciplinary team, extensive site and excellent facilities to support both learning and extra-curricular activities; we are in a great position to provide our pupils with the best education and care possible.

This opportunity is in Halesworth which is within commutable distance of Lowestoft, Diss and surrounding areas.

Acorn Education is the UK’s leading independent provider of specialist education and accommodation care for vulnerable pupils and young people. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.

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.

Why join Acorn Education?

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 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 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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For full details of the responsibilities and duties of this role please see the attached job description.

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: Teaching Assistant

Location: Bramfield House School, Suffolk

Salary: £18,000 per annum

Hours: 34 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Contract: Permanent, Term Time only

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

As part of our continued growth, we now have a fantastic opportunity for a Teaching Assistant to join our close-knit team at Bramfield House School located in Suffolk.

About the role

To work as part of ‘one team’ to assist in the everyday education and care of young people with special education needs.
Providing support for pupils within the classroom with the aim of supporting independence. Assisting the teacher in the delivery of the curriculum.
Providing specialist SEN, subject or other support to pupils.
General Responsibilities

The TA will:

Establish and maintain individual relationships with pupils that are consistent, caring and understanding.
Liaise with education and care colleagues regarding issues, concerns, or achievements of pupils.
Contribute to half-termly pupil planning and reviews, including Progress Reports.
Work one-to-one on specific programs (e.g. behavioural or literacy intervention) when required.
Supervise of pupils going to and from class at transition times and when in need of time out.
Work with pupils at break and lunch times in offering support and supervision with recreational activities.
Present suitable personal standards of behaviour to pupils and act as an appropriate role model.
About us

Bramfield House School is an independent residential special educational needs school for boys aged 7 – 16 years who have social, emotional, mental health, communication difficulties and associated challenging behaviours, located in rural Suffolk. The School has a committed and innovative multidisciplinary team, extensive site and excellent facilities to support both learning and extra-curricular activities; we are in a great position to provide our pupils with the best education and care possible.

This opportunity is in Halesworth which is within commutable distance of Lowestoft, Diss and surrounding areas.

Acorn Education is the UK’s leading independent provider of specialist education and accommodation care for vulnerable pupils and young people. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.

Why join Acorn Education?

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.

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 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 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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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).

If the trial is a success, we’ll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG!

Job title: Teaching Assistant

Location: Wetheringsett Manor, Suffolk

Salary: £19,233.75 per annum

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday 08:15 to 15:45

Contract: Permanent, Term Time only

UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

Due to growth in service, we are looking for Teaching Assistants to join our team at Wetheringsett Manor School. Someone who is motivated by helping others, patient and resilient would be perfect for this role.

Wetheringsett Manor is also part of the 4-day working week trial which will be continuing next academic year. This means that staff work 80% of their time but get 100% of their salary, this is not a contractual change, but something designed to promote staff wellbeing.

About the Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will be responsible for safeguarding the young people and making sure they are healthy, safe and as comfortable as possible. You will assist in their learning by offering companionship and support, whilst ensuring their physical, mental and emotional needs are met. You will be required to prepare learning materials under the supervision of the teachers and to participate in learning activities. The Teaching Assistant will also be required to liaise with parents and staff with regards to the wellbeing of the young people.

This role involves working with young people who have complex behaviour associated with their learning needs. You will be trained to deescalate these situations and put in place pro-active strategies to avoid similar situations in future.

Key responsibilities

Provide a safe, caring and healthy environment where the pupils can thrive and develop their independence.
Promote and celebrate diversity.
Safeguard all pupils and support them with their individual and personal needs.
Support and facilitate the learning of students.
To follow school policy and procedures for recording and reporting.
About the School

Wetheringsett Manor School is a new independent day SEMH School for up to 42 pupils aged 11-18. Our dedicated team work together to ensure successful outcomes for pupils who often arrive at the school with a troubled view of education and life.

Wetheringsett Manor School has gone through significant refurbishment and is based in Suffolk, East Anglia and opened to pupils in November 2020. The Manor House is located in 17 acres of parkland with wooded boundaries and sits on the edge of the village of Wetheringsett. The accommodation also provides several other buildings including a converted stable block, a cottage and two industrial units.

We pride ourselves in steering pupils in the right direction, nurturing aspiration to progress them both academically and socially to encourage them to take pride in their achievements. Socially, we build confidence in our students, so they are able to have a greater understanding of the wider community in which they live.

We are part of Acorn Education and can promise you plenty of challenges, and a rich variety of opportunities to develop your career.

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.

Why join Acorn Education?

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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Great opportunity in Ipswich for someone with previous experience as a Teaching Assistant supporting pupils with SEN.
Our partner, is on the hunt for an exceptional SEN Teaching Assistant to kickstart a fulfilling journey this month. They specialise in nurturing Key Stage 3 & Key Stage 4 students with EHC Plans, embracing social, emotional, and behavioral difficulties alongside a spectrum of learning challenges, including Autism and Moderate Learning Difficulties.

Company Overview
You'll be working with a great agency dedicated to fostering positive learning experiences for children across schools. They understand that the right individuals play a pivotal role in this mission.

Job Overview
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, your role revolves around creating a supportive and engaging environment for students.

Here's what you'll be doing:

- Supporting students one-on-one and in small groups.
- Implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs) to meet unique needs.
- Expertly managing challenging behaviors with a caring touch.
- Collaborating seamlessly under the guidance of the class teacher.

Here are the skills you'll need:
We're seeking individuals who bring experience and qualifications to the table. Previous roles as a Teaching Assistant, specifically supporting pupils with SEN, are vital.
Salary: £25.00-£30.00 per hour
Schedule:
Monday to Friday

Why pursue a career in this sector
In the field of Special Educational Needs, each day presents an opportunity to make a profound impact on the lives of children who need it most.

Work Permissions
You must have the right to work in the United Kingdom. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £25.00-£30.00 per hour

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person