Total 82 Education / Training job vacancies in Blackburn, BB1 3BL

Location: Darwen, Lancashire
Salary: £11.72 - £12.78 per hour (£20,941.30 - £22,835.30 actual salary) based on experience
Hours: 40 hours per week - Term Time Only

About the School

Join this 'Good' rated school, beautifully located in the scenic woodlands of Darwen. The school specialises in delivering exceptional education and care for students aged 10-19 with complex needs, including Asperger's Syndrome and Autism. They are currently seeking a Level 1-2 SEN Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated team.

Your Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in the academic and personal development of the students. You will support their learning and well-being, helping them reach their full potential in a nurturing and secure environment. Your responsibilities may include addressing care needs and implementing positive behaviour management strategies, tailored to each student's unique requirements.

You will establish warm, supportive relationships with the pupils, fostering a safe and engaging learning atmosphere. Encouraging independence and personal growth, while maintaining high behavioural standards, is essential. You will assist the class teacher in providing high-quality, challenging, and differentiated educational experiences, enabling every student to excel.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in planning and evaluating learning activities.
• Provide valuable feedback on student progress and achievement.
• Help monitor, assess, record, and report on pupils' progress in line with school policies.
• Support positive behaviour and focus, adapting your approach as needed.
• Promote spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development, and uphold British values within the PSHE framework.
• Foster students' cognitive, social, emotional, behavioural, physical development, and spiritual well-being through a holistic curriculum.
• Flexibility and willingness to assist where needed in the dynamic SEN environment.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Experience in an SEN role, either employed or voluntary.
• Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle (essential for student carpooling on a rota basis).
• Recognised Level 2 or higher qualification in Support Work for Teaching and Learning in Schools (desirable).
• GCSE Maths and English Level 2/C or above (essential).
• Knowledge of Safeguarding principles and Child Protection procedures.
• Experience with pupils with SEN or SEMH/ASD.
• A child-first approach, recognising and responding to each student's individuality.
• Creativity and positivity in meeting pupils' needs.

Benefits:

• Full training and ongoing support.
• Life assurance and pension.
• Health cash back plan.
• Car lease scheme.
• Bike to work scheme.
• Perk box.
• Free parking.

Successful applicants will undergo pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check. This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, meaning they can ask candidates to disclose all convictions and cautions (including those "spent" unless protected under DBS filtering rules) to ensure suitability for working with children.

If you're passionate about enhancing the education and well-being of children with complex needs, we invite you to apply and become part of this dedicated team. Apply NOW or call Paul Hirchfield on 01293 527416 for more information.

Job Advert

We are seeking to recruit a permanent member of staff to work as a Medical Attendant within a busy secondary school. You will work as part of a team and should be in possession of a valid First Aid Certificate and have experience in dealing with young people and administering first aid. This post may also include some support for pupils within a classroom setting.

Good communication & organisational skills, discretion, flexibility and initiative are essential. Experience in a school setting would be an advantage but not essential.

Although this post is 27.5 hours (5 days per week) we would consider part-time for the right candidate.

If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership and be medically checked.

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Job Description

Falkirk Council is looking to recruit a Support for Learning Assistant for Larbert High School (Additional Support Centre).

You will, at the advanced level, provide teacher and pupil support to enhance pupil achievement and undertake a range of whole school support activities and pupil support with regard to the general supervision, safety, care and wellbeing of pupils.

Good communication skills are essential and you should enjoy working as part of a team.

Successful applicants who progress to the next stage of the recruitment process will be invited to attend for interview.

Applicants are encouraged to be explicit in detailing their skills, experience and attributes that they can bring to this post.

You will work 30 hours per week on a term time basis. Please note the salary will be adjusted pro-rata accordingly for part time working.

If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership.

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Immediate start!

Creative Activation is on the lookout for superstar retail merchandisers to join our dedicated team for our client, Coles, as part of the CRT team.

Merchandising experience preferred however, the right attitude is essential! You will be responsible for completing various merchandising tasks such as planograms/relays, point of sale set-up, pricing, and ticketing.

If you are an independent and driven individual with the ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively, we want to hear from you!

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate $31.68/hour + superannuation
• Family friendly flexible hours
• Monday to Friday – no weekends!
• Work close to home
• Great team culture and opportunities for career progression
• Ongoing training and development
• Employee Recognition Program

To be successful in this role, you’ll need to:

• Be self-motivated, adaptable, and resourceful
• Have excellent communication and organisational skills
• Be able to lift up to 15kg
• Have flexible availability on weekdays
• Available to work Fridays

This role is available to start ASAP!

Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Immediate start!

Creative Activation is on the lookout for superstar retail merchandisers to join our dedicated team for our client, Coles, as part of the CRT team.

Merchandising experience preferred however, the right attitude is essential! You will be responsible for completing various merchandising tasks such as planograms/relays, point of sale set-up, pricing, and ticketing.

If you are an independent and driven individual with the ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively, we want to hear from you!

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate $31.68/hour + superannuation
• Family friendly flexible hours
• Monday to Friday – no weekends!
• Work close to home
• Great team culture and opportunities for career progression
• Ongoing training and development
• Employee Recognition Program

To be successful in this role, you’ll need to:

• Be self-motivated, adaptable, and resourceful
• Have excellent communication and organisational skills
• Be able to lift up to 15kg
• Have flexible availability on weekdays
• Available to work Fridays

This role is available to start ASAP!

Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

Job Advert

Teacher of English, St Kentigerns Academy, 35 hours per week, Permanent, Closing Date 6th November 2024

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

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.

St Kentigern’s Academy is a Catholic secondary school situated in Blackburn, West Lothian. The school has ten associated primary schools drawing a comprehensive mix of students and serves the communities of Blackburn, Whitburn, Bathgate, Armadale, Linlithgow, Fauldhouse, West Calder, Polbeth, Stoneyburn and Addiewell. The current school roll is 1090 Students with 92 (fte) members of teaching staff including those designated to support students with additional learning needs.

St Kentigern’s Academy has an excellent reputation in the local community, particularly for the high standards of conduct and confidence displayed by students. In addition to the formal curriculum, a wide range of extra-curricular and out-of-hours activities are on offer. The school receives a high level of support and encouragement from parents. Attendance at parents’ evenings is good, and information and consultation exercises are very well supported.

We offer the full range of National Qualifications found in a modern Scottish secondary school. We aim to provide experiences that result in a creative and enterprising attitude in our students, to develop young people with a sense of pride and ambition to contribute positively to the local, national and international community.

You would work in partnership with all stakeholders within St Kentigern’s Academy to ensure a high quality student experience that reflects curricular design principles and student entitlements with the ultimate aim of maximised achievement and attainment for all. The school values – love, faith, equality, inclusiveness, hope and respect - underpin all decision making in the daily life of the school.

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

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

Written approval by the Catholic Church will be required for this position. Please see www.sces.uk.com for further information.

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.

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Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme