Total 215 Education / Training job vacancies in chard somerset ta20 2dp

Ready to Make a Difference? Shape the future of businesses and learners alike as our next Area Business Consultant.

Role: Area Business Consultant | Area: Remote, to cover the Bristol, Gloucestershire, Herefordshire & Worcestershire region | Salary: From £27,000 + commission

As an Area Business Consultant, you'll interact with potential and existing clients to create new business chances across different sectors. This includes getting learners involved in our full range of Apprenticeship programs, funded training, or commercial training. You'll collaborate closely with your local team to meet enrolment goals and represent HIT Training Ltd at local events.

The role will include working from home, travelling to client sites and networking opportunities in your local area.

Duties will include:


Actively prospecting and identifying new business leads.
Researching potential clients and new business opportunities within your region.
Networking with local partners and clients to uncover new business opportunities.
Travelling to meet potential clients and partners to explore new business prospects.
Setting up and leading meetings and presentations to convert potential clients.
Tracking and managing new business opportunities using our CRM system.
Collaborating with the local team to prioritise new business generation and support enrollment targets.
Developing and maintaining strong relationships with new clients.
Achieving or surpassing monthly new business targets through proactive outreach.
Coordinating with area managers and internal teams to advance new business leads.
Collecting and sharing client feedback and market insights with relevant departments.


About you

We’re seeking proactive, confident individuals with the following skills and experience:


Previous experience in a business development role.
Experience of new business development and lead generation.
Excellent communication and relationship building skills.
A natural problem solver who can take initiative and is self motivated.
Ideally familiar with the further education and apprenticeship sector.


Your Benefits and Growth

Our Area Business Consultants can expect a competitive base salary starting from £27,000 plus our benefits and commission package:


Achievable uncapped commission, based on new starts per month.
25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, with an extra day off for your birthday.
A holiday buy and sell scheme for up to five extra days.
Additional tax-free bonuses when company targets are met.
Healthcare cash plan, dental plan, employee assistance programmes, and 24/7 GP access.
Enhanced sick pay and life insurance.
Mileage reimbursement and travel expenses.
Access to tailored training and qualifications.


Our Commitment

We’re dedicated to transforming lives through apprenticeships. As a leading training provider, we see the life-changing power of apprenticeships, not only for individuals but for businesses and the economy as a whole.

We want all our people to shine and bring their whole selves to work, we’re proud to be a Disability Confident and a Living Wage employer. If you want to know more about the role, our ways of working, flexible arrangements or workplace adjustments please email careers@hittraining.co.uk. If you are invited to an interview, we will ask if you need any adjustments for you to best showcase your abilities

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, this role requires an Enhanced DBS Check.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Are you ready to join a fantastic team where we aim high, show respect and have fun whilst serving the community of Flax Bourton?
Flax Bourton Church of England Primary School is a one form entry school set within the North Somerset countryside. The school is approximately five miles from the city of Bristol and serves the villages of Flax Bourton and Barrow Gurney as well as the surrounding areas. We hold a strong sense of community here and partner with our families and the local church.
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, and highly skilled Learning Support Assistant. Qualified and unqualified applicants will be considered.
The post is to work in partnership with class teachers providing enhanced ratio support to children with SEND.
What can you expect from us?
A strong, active community that brings together and values partnerships with families
A school community that is committed to ensuring that every pupil receives the best possible educational experience each and every day
An inclusive school committed to nurturing all pupils through the development of strong relationships
Supportive and reflective colleagues who are keen to learn and develop their own practice
A school committed to ongoing professional growth and development, looking to the future and exploring ‘what’s next?’
Applicants are warmly encouraged to visit the school and meet the Headteacher. Please call to make an appointment.
Fixed Term 01/12/2024 – 31/08/2025, 32.5 Hours: Mon-Fri 08:30-15:30, Term Time Only plus 5 INSETS.
Actual salary:
Qualified LSA at JG4 level £18,741 - £20,043
Unqualified LSA at JG3 level £18,130 - £18,434
Closing date: End of day 11/11/2024
Interview date: 13/11/2024

Parklands Educate Together Primary Academy is a two form entry school, part of an Academy Trust that also has schools in Bristol, Keynsham, Bath and Swindon. We are looking for highly skilled learning support assistants to join our team delivering classroom learning support, group and 1:1 interventions. Experience in working 1:1 with children with additional needs would be beneficialThe salary is ETAT Grade B which is currently £24,790 pro rata.We currently have 2 permanent posts and one post on a fixed term basis until 31 August 2025. One of the sucesffull appointees will support in EYFS.The hours of work are Monday to Friday 8.30 to 3.30 Monday to Friday ( until 4.30 on Wednesdays for staff meeting). The actual salary for these hours is £19,628.Learning Support Assistants are an integral part of the teaching and learning at our school. LSAs receive high-quality training and CPD and play a full and active part in the decision-making and communication systems across the school.Our schools operate under the following principles:
• Equity-based - Through being equitable in our work, all children and staff will have equal access to their rights and, regardless of background, all will be equally respected. • Aspirational - All of our children have the right to a holistic world class education. All of our work aims to ensure that every child can make progress and achieve well in every aspect of their education• Child – centred - Children are at the heart of every decision and activity. Their voices are actively sought and listened to. They play a lead role in shaping their education.• Collaborative - Our schools aim to be central to the communities they serve.We warmly welcome visits to our school prior to application. Please contact our school office to find out more or arrange a visit.
Closing date: November 5th at 9amInterviews will be held shortly afterwards

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you a Whiteoak teacher?

• Someone with an excellent record of success in the classroom.
• Someone who can inspire and empower children to be the best they can be and make excellent progress.
• An optimistic team player with high expectations for all.
• Positive and nurturing, able to help support children’s wellbeing, celebrate diversity and create a happy atmosphere for everyone.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer:

• A positive, warm and welcoming environment and a strong values-based ethos.
• Great relationships with our whole school family.
• A dedicated staff team committed to working together in order to develop and deliver an excellent curriculum.
• A commitment to developing successful systems that support teachers’ workload.
• A leadership team who will encourage you and support your continued development.
• Access to the comprehensive LSP staff training and benefits programme.

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

The ideal candidate will:

• share our vision and ethos of high ambitions and nurture to include promoting Church School ethos
• have a passion for education and willingness to challenge themselves to be an excellent practitioner
• have high expectations and work to ensure that all children can succeed in their learning
• enjoy taking an active role as part of the whole school and community
• have the potential and capability to develop their career
• have a Maths specialism
• have a great sense of humour!

What the school offers its staff

At Combe Down we can offer:

• An inclusive, values-driven community
• Delightful, enthusiastic and motivated learners.
• Excitement, challenge and an opportunity to shine.
• A friendly, supportive and committed staff determined to raise standards further.
• A leadership team who are committed to improving our school further.

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.

Are you passionate about supporting young learners and making a positive impact on their educational journey? Affinity Workforce, in exclusive partnership with the Cabot Learning Federation and, is seeking enthusiastic Learning Support Mentors to work in primary schools across Taunton.

Key Responsibilities:

* Provide one-to-one and small group support to children, helping them achieve their academic and personal potential
* Assist teachers in delivering tailored learning activities
* Support pupils with special educational needs (SEN), ensuring they feel included and engaged
* Foster a positive and encouraging learning environment
* Help children develop social and emotional skills

What We're Looking For:
- A passion for working with children and helping them succeed
- Patience, empathy, and excellent communication skills
- Experience in supporting children in an educational setting (desirable but not essential)
- Willingness to learn and adapt to individual pupils' needs
- A positive and proactive attitude towards promoting inclusion and learning
- Be able to communicate effectively within a team
- Be able to work 8.30am-3.30pm

What We Offer:

* Competitive pay rates
* Flexible working hours, with full-time and part-time roles available
* Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
* A supportive team environment
* The chance to make a real difference in local schools

How to Apply:

If you are motivated by the opportunity to support young learners and want to be part of a rewarding team, we would love to hear from you! Please apply today!

Join us in shaping the futures of young people across Taunton!

#AWSCLFPRITA

What skills and experience we're looking for

Candidates will need to demonstrate they are:

• An outstanding teacher (or an ECT aspiring to be outstanding) who has vision, drive and a determination to succeed in maximising attainment potential
• Able to deliver high quality teaching and learning
• Organised and have excellent communication skills
• Innovative, enthusiastic and passionate about their subject and able to deliver results

What the school offers its staff

We can offer you:

• The full support of a dedicated committed team of staff.
• The opportunity to work with our wonderful young learners and supportive parents.
• A commitment to offering excellent CPD opportunities.
• Staff benefits, including discounted gym membership and a cycle to work scheme.
• Teacher Pension Scheme with a generous employer contribution in excess of 20%, subject to pension eligibility criteria.
• A staff assistance programme with specialist provider, CareFirst who provide a 24/7 free phone helpline, or face-to-face counselling for every employee in the Wessex family.

• The benefit of working in an innovative and forward-thinking Trust.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Wessex Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding young people and promoting the welfare of children, and all staff appointed will undergo online checks and be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.

Hours: Two posts: five days a week8.45am to 3.20pm, including a 30-minute lunchbreak and a 30-minute (paid) lunch duty
Contract: Fixed term until 31st August 2025 Start Date: As soon as possible Salary: JG3 SCP 5-6 (£23,500 - £23, 893)Actual salary: £16,748.19 An opportunity has arisen for caring and dedicated colleagues to join our family of schools as learning support assistants, working alongside class teachers to support pupils with some additional needs within the classroom. We have two vacancies; one in Year 3 and one in Year 6. At the Whiteoak Academies of Hannah More Infants & Grove Juniors, we are proud of our inclusive ethos, vision and values and have exciting plans for the future, including the development of a new Speech and Language Resource Base. We offer beautiful outside spaces for learning in a natural setting and a forward thinking and supportive leadership team with high aspirations for all. We are passionate about working together to make a difference to the lives of all our young people and are proud to be at the heart of our community, enjoying excellent relationships with parents and governors. We are also proud to be active members of the Lighthouse Schools Partnership (LSP). Support staff play a vital role in supporting learning and pupil engagement. This role will be very diverse and rewarding and includes:Supporting children’s learning inside and outside of the classroom.Providing specific and helpful feedback to pupils, informing them of what they are doing well and supporting them to overcome any barriers to learning or misconceptions they might have.Working alongside other members of support staff.Delivering specific interventions to support children’s next steps in learning and social and emotional development.Supporting with daily routines, pastoral care and pupil engagement.Establishing trusting relationships with pupils, colleagues and parents.Creating and maintaining an orderly and supportive environment by implementing our behaviour policy with consistency and care.Upholding policies and procedures relating to child protection and data protection.Ideally, applicants would:Have previous experience of working with children with additional needs and / or SEND.Have the ability to form positive relationships with children, staff and parents.Be able to demonstrate strategies to manage behaviour calmly and effectively.Have high expectations of all children and themselves.Be organised, self-motivated and able to use own initiative, including the ability to plan and prepare work.Be reflective and fully committed to continued professional development.Be prepared to accompany children on school visits.Be supportive of the school’s ethos, vision and values. In return we can offer:Enthusiastic, happy children.A friendly and caring staff team.Excellent care and support.Highly supportive parents/carers and governors.Good opportunities for individual growth and development.A reflective and forward-thinking environment.If you would like to apply, please follow the link to fill in an application form online. You are also very welcome to come and view the school. Please contact the school office to arrange. Closing Date: Monday 4 November 2024 Interview Date: TBC

What skills and experience we're looking for

What you will need to succeed;

• A qualified teacher status.
• A passion for the specialist subject.
• An ability to teach across a range of students of different ages and abilities.

What the school offers its staff

As a TPLT employee, you will have access to incredible employee benefits, including -

• The PLaTform- Access to our dedicated wellbeing centre & exclusive shopping discounts.
• Healthshield- A fully funded Healthcare Scheme which provides services such as a 24/7 GP Line & Healthcare cashback.
• Discounted nursery feesat our Academy pre schools.
• CPD opportunitiesboth internally & externally.
• A very friendly school communitywith dedicated, supportive & inspiring colleagues.

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

Candidates will need to demonstrate:

 Ability to be an outstanding teacher (or an ECT aspiring to be outstanding).

 Able to consistently teach inspirational lessons and have good subject knowledge.

 Organised and have excellent communication skills.

 Innovative, creative and enthusiastic – able to deliver results.

What the school offers its staff

The full support of a dedicated committed team of staff.

 The benefit of working in an innovative and forward-thinking Trust.

 The opportunity to work with our wonderful young learners and supportive parents.

 A commitment to offering excellent CPD opportunities.

 Staff benefits, including discounted gym membership and a cycle to work scheme.

 Teacher Pension Scheme with a generous employer contribution in excess of 20%, subject to pension eligibility criteria.

 A staff assistance programme with specialist provider, CareFirst who provide a 24/7 free phone helpline, or face-to-face counselling for every employee in the Wessex family.

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.

As one of the fastest-growing Colleges in the UK, delivering courses from entry level right up to Masters degrees, Weston College is an inspiring place to work. Why not join us as a Regional Trainer/ Assessor in Engineering?


This is a full-time role, working 37 hours per week.


Day to day duties of the role

-Assessing apprentice competence within a college and work-based environment.
-Assess, monitor and track apprentice’s progression using nominated online systems.
-Preparing, maintaining and monitoring periodic reports of apprentice progression through their apprenticeship journey.

Required skills and qualifications

-A Level 3 Engineering Qualification, which is appropriate to the work.
-Current knowledge and understanding of the Engineering Sector.
-Significant, relevant employment within the Engineering Industry.

Benefits

-Generous holiday entitlement
-2-week Christmas closure
-Potential for hybrid working opportunities
-Dedicated staff welfare officer and wellbeing champions
-Generous pension scheme
-Local and national staff discounts
-Free parking across sites
-Various staff committees including Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, Autism and Menopause
-Focus on staff wellbeing
-Wellbeing@weston hub
-Eye care including free eye test and a contribution towards glasses
-Annual staff conference with guest speakers
-Employee assistance programme – available 24/7, 365 days a year
-Training and development opportunities with a focus on progression

Weston College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.


Please be aware that Weston College reserves the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received.

Due to the volume of recruitment, we are unable to offer feedback to any unsuccessful candidates.


We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date if a sufficient number of applications have been received.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

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: Hair and Beauty Tutor

Location: 3 Dimensions School, Chard

Salary: £19,200 per annum (not pro rata)

Hours: 24 hours per week, Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 8.30am - 4.30pm

Contract: Permanent, Part-Time; 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 Hair and Beauty Tutor to join our close-knit team at 3 Dimensions School. We have undergone a really exciting period of growth, which is due to continue into 2025. We envisage exciting opportunities for our Staff going forward within our organisation!

The Opportunity

Enjoy a rewarding education career and have a real impact on pupils’ lives. Join an amazing team making our schools and classrooms supportive, enriching places where vulnerable pupils achieve far more than they ever expected.

As a Hair and Beauty Tutor, you will connect directly with the brilliant pupils we care for, helping to make sure they get the very best from their education. Each individual has so much potential, and they will rely on you to guide their learning journeys.

You will prepare learning materials and run classroom activities, with plenty of hands-on experience. You will take responsibility for their emotional and physical needs, supporting them to develop as individuals and engage with the world.

Supporting pupils with complex needs is important and rewarding work, and you will benefit from the tremendous support offered by our hugely experienced teams. As you help our pupils achieve real and significant progress, you will enjoy having a direct, positive impact on their developing lives.

Responsibilities

Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging and inclusive hair and beauty lessons tailored to the needs of SEN students.
Develop individualised learning plans and adapt teaching methods to accommodate various learning styles and abilities.
Provide hands-on instruction in hair cutting, styling, colouring, skincare, makeup application, and other beauty treatments.
Foster a positive and supportive classroom environment that encourages student participation and confidence.
Assess student progress, provide constructive feedback, and adjust teaching strategies as needed.
Collaborate with other staff members, including SEN specialists, to ensure a holistic approach to student development.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, techniques, and best practices.
Ensure all health and safety regulations are followed during practical sessions.
Organise and supervise practical assessments and examinations.
Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance teaching skills and knowledge.
Qualifications

Relevant qualifications in hairdressing, beauty therapy, or a related field (e.g., NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).
Teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, Cert Ed, or equivalent) is desirable.
Experience working with SEN students is highly preferred.
About Us

3 Dimensions School is a dedicated SEN school committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment for students with special educational needs. We are looking for a passionate and experienced Hair and Beauty Tutor to join our team and help our students develop valuable skills in the hair and beauty industry.

This opportunity is within commutable distance of Chard, Ilminster, Honiton and surrounding areas.

For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. We are a leading provider of education for neurodivergent young people and young adults. 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 Options Autism?

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 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

#Education #Pupilcare #OutdoorActivities #School #Tutor #learning

*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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Job Title: Learning Mentor
Contract: Full Time, Permanent, Term Time Only plus 5 inset days
Salary: CLF9 (£30,963-£33,779) Actual starting salary £26,514
Start: As soon as possible
Winterstoke Hundred Academy in Weston super Mare are looking for a Learning Mentor to join their supportive and talented team. We are a diverse multi-academy trust, looking for professional and ambitious people, with a passion for transforming our students’ learning.  
What we are looking for: 
The Learning Mentor will work with and support designated students to overcome barriers to learning by identifying specific difficulties and creating solutions. They will promote effective participation, encourage pride in achievement and raise aspirations to enable students to achieve to their full potential. They will deliver measurable impact on student attainment as well as their social and emotional well-being.
The postholder will promote high expectations and high standards for a designated cohort of students. They will monitor and support academic and social development with specific students and work with other members of the pastoral and inclusion teams to support a designated student cohort. 
Your opportunity: 
In September 2024, we will have students in all year groups, being oversubscribed in Years 7 to 10. Year 11 who were our first cohort of learners are a slightly smaller cohort and we have a thriving sixth form with students in Years 12 and 13. The development of the new building, which opened in 2024, saw us nearing capacity as a split-site, medium-scale 11–19 Academy. We celebrate the fact that, as a new provision, our culture, ethos and values have been ours to define from the beginning, and we are able to decide what is important to take with us into the future as we grow.
Not only will you be working within one of our fantastic academies, but you will be a part of a diverse Federation working alongside professional and inspirational people. The Cabot learning Federation are committed to providing the very best learning experiences for every young person we educate which you can be a part of. You will have access to our generous benefits package including excellent annual leave entitlement, access to our pension scheme and a number of other well-being benefits. You will be working within a large multi-academy trust which provides dedicated training programmes and the opportunity to gain experience within other departments and CLF functions.  
About the Cabot Learning Federation:
The Cabot Learning Federation is a diverse Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) in the South West. We are proud to serve 18,000+ pupils who all attend ten secondary academies, thirteen primary academies, an all through provision, a studio school, a discrete Post 16 provision, two alternative provision schools and three SEMH special schools.
CLF is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The trust is proud to serve a diverse student population and their communities. We actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
We are proud to be part of diverse communities in the region and celebrate the richness of cultures, faiths and backgrounds of our students. We aim to develop a curriculum that is responsive to our pupil’s needs and reflects their diverse interests and backgrounds.
How to Apply:The job description and person specification can be found on the CLF careers website.
Please submit your application form via the CLF recruitment portal by clicking ‘Apply’ on this page and then logging into your account/registering for an account. CV’s will not be accepted and any submitted will not be considered alongside your application.
Please note updates regarding an application, which could include an invite to interview, will be sent to the email address used when registering an account. Copies of all correspondence will also appear under the ‘messages’ section, in the event that emails are being directed to a ‘junk’ or ‘trash’ folder please make regular checks on the status of an application.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.             Safeguarding and pre-employment checks:
The Cabot Learning Federation are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This role has significant responsibility for ensuring safeguarding practice within the academy. This role involves working with children on a daily basis and is therefore in regulated activity.
The successful applicant will, in accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to a comprehensive pre-employment checking process including references from current and previous employers, health, right to work in the UK and a child disqualification check. The checks will also include an enhanced DBS check and a further check against the appropriate barred list.

Permanent
31.25 hours per week (8.30-3.15pm Monday-Friday)
Term Time Only
TPLTSS4 £18,482 - £19,699 (actual salary)
Plus various Company Benefits
The Priory Learning Trust is looking to recruit a passionate and caring individual as a Pastoral Learning Support Assistant to work at Berrow Primary Church Academy.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who would relish the chance to support children to engage with learning, feel successful and to achieve the best they can.
The successful applicant will be able to form strong positive relationships with individuals and be motivated to remove any potential barriers to learning. We are looking for an individual who wants to make a difference to young people and their educational experience.
At Berrow, we are dedicated to improving outcomes for all children and believe all of our children can achieve incredible things. We aim to provide the highest quality of education and pastoral support for all children to help them to be successful.
The school has a dedicated, caring staff team who work creatively, in partnership with other schools across our Trust, to enable children to achieve great outcomes. We place great emphasis on supporting children on a social and emotional level and have a strong ethos of inclusion and belonging in line with our Church vision and values.
We are part of The Priory Learning Trust, comprising of local primary and secondary schools, enabling us to work closely with a range of practitioners from all phases of education. This is a very exciting time for Berrow and a fantastic time to join us.
This role focuses on supporting the wider operations of Pastoral Support and Safeguarding within the Academy.
What you will do:
● Promote children’s well-being by encouraging them to develop good relationships with others. Motivate and empower them to develop their self-regulation and self- esteem and help them to adjust to new challenges.
● Work closely with staff at all levels in both teaching and support roles as well as with parents and students to ensure the safeguarding, mental health and behaviour provision of the Academy operates effectively.
● Work closely with families and children, creating supportive relationships and signposting them to available help.
● Contribute to the school-wide management of behaviour with all children and especially those who, at times, struggle in school.
● Assist in tracking complex student needs, coordinating multi-professional support and focussing school strategy on key safeguarding and mental health needs under the direction of the Safeguarding team, SENDCo and Headteacher.
About you:● Have a desire to make a positive impact on children's education.
● Ability to adhere to working procedures and policies within the school environment.
● Good oral and written communication skills.
● Ability to maintain confidentiality.
● Good ICT skills.
● Patient, flexible and adaptable, meticulous and conscientious.
● Ability to manage own time effectively.
Visits to the school are strongly encouraged and warmly welcomed. We are a flexible employer and will do our best to accommodate all types of working, so please do apply. We are an employer who takes staff workload seriously. We work together as one team to support each other, with the added benefit of being a part of a large Trust in the local area with opportunities that reflect this.As a TPLT employee, you will have access to incredible employee benefits, including -The PLaTform - Access to our dedicated wellbeing centre & exclusive shopping discounts.
Healthshield - A fully funded Healthcare Scheme which provides services such as a 24/7 GP Line & Healthcare cashback.
Discounted nursery fees at our Academy pre schools.
CPD opportunities both internally & externally.
A very friendly school community with dedicated, supportive & inspiring colleagues.
About The Priory Learning Trust:
TPLT grew from an intent to bring the power of partnership and sharing to bear and provide a first-class education to a wide range of children, from all backgrounds.
At our heart is a passion to put ‘Students First’ and deliver exceptional education; beyond outstanding for every single child. We do this with a relentless drive for academic excellence, shared moral purpose and values combined with lots of fun and happiness. We believe that happy schools are also high-achieving, successful schools.
We strive for partnerships between students, families, staff and the wider community to create exceptional student outcomes. We also ‘cherish’ our staff. We believe they are amazing and are passionate to empower them through support, training, and career opportunities. With such brilliant people all aiming for the same goals, we are able to ensure every student achieves all that they are capable of and more, regardless of their background.
TPLT is also a successful Training School Alliance. This has been a great foundation on which to build for excellence. We know that this key focus on staff development will deliver exciting and effective learning to our children and young people.
Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early.
The Priory Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All paid positions which involve working regularly within academies are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. You must declare all convictions (including convictions with Absolute Discharge), cautions or bind-overs you may have, even if they would otherwise be regarded as ‘Spent’ under this Act and where applicable any disqualifications under the Childcare Act.
The amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’ and are not subject to disclosure to employers, and cannot be taken into account. Guidance and criteria on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on the Disclosure and Barring Service filtering guide.
This role involves working with children on a daily basis and is therefore in regulated activity.
Offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references, online searches and Disclosure and Barring Service clearance.
Please see the following links to our Safeguarding and Child Protection policy and Recruitment and Selection policy.
Closing Date: 31 October 2024
Proposed Interview Date: w/c 04 November 2024
Proposed Start Date: 18 November 2024 or at earliest availability

What skills and experience we're looking for

• We are looking to appoint exceptional candidates who;

• Will be committed to ensuring that all children achieve the highest possible outcomes
• Can inspire and motivate children and enable them to be the best that they can be
• Has a passion to ensure high expectations for all teaching and learning, whilst ensuring outstanding pupil progress which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils

• Has an understanding of collaborative learning
• Will work in partnership with the headteacher, local governing body and the wider community to ensure that our mission and ethos is translated into action.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer candidates:

• An exciting an innovative Trust that will inspire and allow you to reach your full potential
• Collaborative support within Trust Improvement Groups
• Inspirational leadership with support from a Lead Practitioner and an NLE
• A Trust which cultivates pupils through character development leading to a stimulating and innovative curriculum

• Polite, happy and engaged children with a great enthusiasm for learning
• Working with like-minded professionals across the Trust enabling continuous professional support

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.