Total 74 education training job vacancies in Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1QH

The Mid Essex Mental Health Support Team (MHST) covers a large geographical area incorporating the districts of Braintree, Chelmsford and Maldon. We are an early intervention and prevention evidence-based service and as a team we are supportive and passionate in what we deliver. We are a friendly team of professionals who come from multidisciplinary backgrounds. We recognise the needs for a healthy work life balance, and we will consider flexible working applications in line with the trust policies and process. We encourage Continual Professional Development (CPD) and are keen to support our staff to grow and progress. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3nX8CImoDX8 Please see person specification and job description for full details. If you are an overseas qualified nurse and wanting to start your journey to becoming a UK based registered nurse with the NMC, you can check whether you are eligible to be supported through our Capital Nurse consortium. Please visit; https://www.capitalnurselondon.co.uk/how-to-apply/. Whilst NELFT is happy to welcome overseas nurses we are unable to consider your application directly. You should submit your interest and apply through the Capital Nurse London group. Although we are a registered sponsor organisation, we are unable to offer sponsorship for some job roles, and this will be identified through filtering questions at the start of any job application on the Trac recruitment system.

Exciting Job Opportunity!

Job Title: Nursery Manager – Kindred Nurseries

Company: Kindred Nurseries

Job Type: Full-time (40 -42.5 hours per week)

Benefits: Childcare discount, paid sick days, get your birthday off, rewards and recognition, cash back health plan, virtual GP appointments, employee benefits portal including counselling support, discounted cinema tickets and gym membership discount

About the Company:

Are you passionate about Early Years? Look no further! Kindred Nurseries, the leading nursery group in the UK, is seeking an experienced, dedicated and inspiring Nursery Manager to join our team. We offer a supportive work environment, amazing benefits, and plenty of opportunities for career growth. Join us in nurturing young minds and making a difference!

Job Description:

(This is not an exhaustive list)

As the Nursery Manager, you will lead our Nursery Management team to ensure the highest standards of care and education. You'll work closely with the Area Manager to create a shared vision for the setting. Your responsibilities will include maintaining an organised and stimulating nursery environment, ensuring compliance with legal ratios, managing, supporting and motivating the team, and overseeing the induction of new team members. It's an exciting and rewarding role!

Requirements:

To be considered for this role, you should:


Previous nursery management experience
Hold a full and relevant Early Years Level 3 Childcare Qualification or higher.
Demonstrate a strong understanding of the EYFS guidelines.
Have at least 2 years of experience in leading and managing a team.
Possess excellent time management and organizational skills.
Have strong written and verbal communication abilities.


Benefits:

Working with us comes with some fantastic perks, including:


Competitive salary.
Childcare discount.
Fully paid sick days.
Additional day off for your birthday.
Rewards and recognition schemes, including annual awards.
Health plan covering dental, opticians, physio, and alternative therapies.
Access to free virtual GP appointments and cashback on prescriptions.
Employee benefits portal with high street discounts.
24-hour counselling support, including financial and debt advice.
Discounted gym membership.


Kindred Nurseries is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity! Apply now and be a part of our incredible team at Kindred Nurseries.

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JOIN THE UK'S NUMBER #1 NURSERY GROUP!!!

Kindred Nurseries has an opportunity for an inspiring and caring individual to join the team as an Unqualified Nursery Practitioner. This would be an ideal position for somebody looking to start their career within the early years sector, or somebody who has previously worked with children and young people.

This is a full-time position requiring the successful candidate to flexibly work 40 hours Monday to Friday. This role is offering a competitive salary, an extensive benefits package and the opportunity to feed your passion for growth and development.

£23,978.24 - £24,104.00 per annum

Working in a winning nursery, voted the UK's top nursery group you will join a team of passionate, inspiring nursery nurses who are shaping the future generation to have a love for lifelong learning.

What we can offer you:


The option of gaining a recognised Level 3 early years and childcare qualification, which will be fully funded
50% childcare discount
6 fully paid sick days
Additional day off for your birthday
Week off between Christmas and New Year
Reward and recognition schemes including annual awards
Cashback heath plan covering dental, opticians, physio and alternative therapies
Free virtual GP appointments and cashback on prescriptions
Employee benefits portal, including 100's of high street discounts
Free on-site parking
Access to 24 hour counselling support, including financial and debt advice
Discounted gym membership


The key responsibilities for an Unqualified Nursery Practitioner is to:


Provide a safe, stimulating, and educational environment for the children to learn, play and develop
Create interesting and inspiring activities to children to learn through play
Build relationships with key children and record their interests and achievements through observations
Use a friendly approach with parents and carers


To be successful for this role you should:


Have a desire to learn about the EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage Framework)
Be committed and dedicated to your career and the children in your care
Have a positive, can-do attitude to problem solving


More about Kindred Nurseries

Kindred Nurseries is a family of inspiring nurseries and preschools with a passion for creating a friendly and inclusive place to work. Our mission is to create inspiring worlds full of awe and wonder, our recent double award win at Nursery World and NMT shows that we are the place to work.

Our values are at the centre of everything we do


We are Always Learning
We are Inspirational
We have a Family Feel


As part of our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children in our care, the successful candidate is expected to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

JOIN THE UK'S NUMBER #1 NURSERY GROUP!!!

Kindred Nurseries has a rare opportunity for a motivating early years leader to inspire a small team.

This is a full-time position requiring the successful candidate to flexibly work 40 hours Monday to Friday. This role is offering a competitive salary, extensive benefits package and the opportunity to feed your passion for growth and development.

The key responsibilities for a Room Leader is to:


Lead the team of early years educators with a hands on approach to deliver on Kindred's pedagogy
Model and monitor best practice in accordance with regulatory guidelines
Work closely with your team to create a shared vision of the room
Supervise, support, and allocate tasks and duties to your team
Support with new starter inductions, welcoming them to the team and wider Kindred family
Performance management when required through supervisions and one to one meeting’s
Deputise in the absence of Senior Management
Conduct nursery tours with confidence to sell available spaces
Be a key holder for the nursery


To be successful for this role you should:


Hold a full and relevant Early Years Level 3 Childcare Qualification or higher
Have experience working with children
Have good time management, meeting deadlines
Excellent organisational ability and attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Provide outstanding customer service


This would be the perfect role for an already experienced Senior Practitioner seeking a new and exciting adventure, or an existing, qualified Nursery Nurse looking for their first step into management.

What we can offer you:


50% childcare discount
6 fully paid sick days
Additional day off for your birthday
Week off between Christmas and New Year
Reward and recognition schemes including annual awards
Cashback heath plan covering dental, opticians, physio and alternative therapies
Free virtual GP appointments and cashback on prescriptions
Employee benefits portal, including 100's of high street discounts
Free on-site parking
Access to 24 hour counselling support, including financial and debt advice
Discounted gym membership


More about Kindred Nurseries

Kindred Nurseries is a family of inspiring nurseries and preschools with a passion for creating a friendly and inclusive place to work. Our mission is to create inspiring worlds full of awe and wonder, our recent double award win at Nursery World and NMT shows that we are the place to work.

Our values are at the centre of everything we do


We are Always Learning
We are Inspirational
We have a Family Feel


As part of our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children in our care, the successful candidate is expected to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

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JOIN THE UK'S NUMBER #1 NURSERY GROUP!!!

Kindred Nurseries has the opportunity for an inspiring and caring individual to join the team as a Qualified Nursery Practitioner.

This is a full-time position requiring the successful candidate to flexibly work 40 hours Monday to Friday. This role is offering a competitive salary, with an extensive benefits package and the opportunity to feed your passion for growth and development.

Working in a winning nursery, voted the UK's top nursery group you will join a team of passionate, inspiring early years educators who are shaping the future generation to have a love for lifelong learning.

What we can offer you:


50% childcare discount
6 fully paid sick days
Additional day off for your birthday
Week off between Christmas and New Year
Reward and recognition schemes including annual awards
Cashback heath plan covering dental, opticians, physio and alternative therapies
Free virtual GP appointments and cashback on prescriptions
Employee benefits portal, including 100's of high street discounts
Free on-site parking
Access to 24 hour counselling support, including financial and debt advice
Discounted gym membership


The key responsibilities for a Qualified Nursery Practitioner is to:


Provide a safe, stimulating, and educational environment for the children to learn, play and develop
Create interesting and inspiring activities to children to learn through play
Build relationships with key children and record their interests and achievements through observations
Use a friendly approach with parents and carers


To be successful for this role you should:


Have a relevant Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare
Have an extensive knowledge and understanding of the EYFS
Be committed and dedicated to your career and the children in your care
Have a positive, can-do attitude to problem solving


This could be the perfect role for an already experienced Nursery Nurse seeking a new and exciting adventure, or a newly qualified individual looking to jump straight into their early years career.

More about Kindred Nurseries

Kindred Nurseries is a family of inspiring nurseries and preschools with a passion for creating a friendly and inclusive place to work. Our mission is to create inspiring worlds full of awe and wonder, our recent double award win at Nursery World and NMT shows that we are the place to work.

Our values are at the centre of everything we do


We are Always Learning
We are Inspirational
We have a Family Feel


As part of our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children in our care, the successful candidate is expected to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

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Job Title: MFL Teacher (Spanish)

Location: Colchester

Start Date: September 2024

Salary: £30,000 - £46,525 (M1-U3) depending on experience

About the Role:

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated MFL Teacher to join our dynamic team in Colchester. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching Spanish to students across Key Stage 3 (KS3) and Key Stage 4 (KS4). This is an exciting opportunity to inspire young minds and foster a love for languages in a supportive and forward-thinking school environment.

Key Responsibilities:

- Deliver engaging and effective Spanish lessons to KS3 and KS4 students.

- Plan, prepare, and assess students' work, ensuring high standards of learning and achievement.

- Collaborate with colleagues to develop and enhance the MFL curriculum.

- Monitor and support students' progress, providing constructive feedback.

- Contribute to the wider life of the school, including participation in extra-curricular activities.

Requirements:

- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential.

- Experience in teaching Spanish at KS3 and KS4 levels is preferred.

- Newly qualified teachers (ECTs) are encouraged to apply.

- Strong communication and organisational skills.

- A commitment to continuous professional development and a willingness to contribute to the school community.

Benefits:

- Competitive salary based on experience (M1-U3: £30,000 - £46,525).

- Supportive and collaborative working environment.

- Opportunities for professional growth and career progression.

- Access to high-quality resources and training programs.

By registering with Randstad we can offer you:

- CPD courses to further your journey in education

- Excellent referral scheme - recommend a friend and earn up to *£300

- Full interview preparation

How to Apply:

To join us and be successful in the application for you will need to:

- Have, apply for, or be willing to provide an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional reference checks

- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and any employment breaks must be explained

- You must have the legal right to work in the UK

If you're ready to be part of a team that changes lives, we want to hear from you! Join us in Colchester and help students fall in love with languages! Click "Apply Now" to get your application started for the role of a Spanish Teacher.

Job Title: Teacher of Design and Technology (Maternity Cover)

Location: Colchester

Start Date: November 2024

Contract: Fixed-term for 1 year (Maternity Cover)

Salary: M1-M6 pay scale (£31,650 - £43,606) depending on experience

About the Role:

We are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Teacher of Design and Technology to join our team on a fixed-term basis to cover maternity leave. This role will start in November 2024 and continue for one year. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality Design and Technology lessons to students at KS3 and KS4 levels, ensuring all students are engaged and challenged in their learning.

Key Responsibilities:

- Plan and deliver well-structured Design and Technology lessons to KS3 and KS4 students.

- Create engaging lessons that cater to diverse learning needs and encourage active participation.

- Stay updated on curriculum developments in Design and Technology to enhance lesson content.

- Contribute to the pastoral work of the school through the role of Form Tutor.

- Occasionally teach other areas of the Design and Technology curriculum as needed.

Ideal Candidate:

- Experience: Previous experience teaching Design and Technology is preferred.

- Qualifications: QTS is desirable but not essential if you have the right experience and passion.

- Skills: Excellent subject knowledge with a proven ability to inspire students and deliver successful lessons.

- Commitment: A strong dedication to the holistic development of students, promoting both academic success and social-emotional well-being.

- Expectations: High standards for student achievement and a collaborative approach with colleagues.

What We Offer:

- A supportive and collaborative working environment.

- Competitive salary based on experience within the M1-M6 pay scale (£31,650 - £43,606).

- Opportunity to contribute to a vibrant and forward-thinking school community.

Application Process:

To join us and be successful in the application for you will need to:

- Have, apply for, or be willing to provide an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional reference checks

- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and any employment breaks must be explained

- You must have the legal right to work in the UK

If you're ready to be part of a team that changes lives, we want to hear from you! Join us in Colchester and help students thrive and succeed! Click "Apply Now" to get your application started for the role of a Design and Technology Teacher.

Job Title: Teacher of English

Location: Southend-on-Sea

Start Date: January 2025

Salary: M1-M6 (£31,650 - £43,606) - depending on experience

About the Role:

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Teacher of English to join our vibrant and successful English department in Southend-on-Sea. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an Ofsted-rated 'Good' school where you will be instrumental in inspiring a love of English language and literature among our students.

Key Responsibilities:

- Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality English lessons to students across various key stages.

- Assess, monitor, and report on students' progress, ensuring that all students achieve their full potential.

- Contribute to the development and refinement of the English curriculum.

- Engage with parents, colleagues, and the wider school community to support students' learning and well-being.

- Participate in the school's extra-curricular programs and contribute to the broader school life.

Requirements:

- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential.

- Experience in teaching English at secondary level is preferred, though all qualified candidates will be considered.

- Strong communication skills and a passion for English language and literature.

- A commitment to continuous professional development and a desire to contribute to a collaborative team environment.

- A proactive and innovative approach to teaching.

What We Offer:

- A supportive and dynamic working environment in an Ofsted-rated 'Good' school.

- Salary on the M1-M6 pay scale, depending on experience.

- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

- Access to excellent resources and a strong network of colleagues.

Application Process:

To join us and be successful in the application for you will need to:

- Have, apply for, or be willing to provide an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional reference checks

- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and any employment breaks must be explained

- You must have the legal right to work in the UK

If you're ready to be part of a team that changes lives, we want to hear from you! Join us in Southend-on-Sea and help students thrive and succeed! Click "Apply Now" to get your registration started for the role of an English Teacher.

Deadline for registration is 20th September 2024.

Education Officer - Road Safety

Permanent, Full Time

£30,097 to £35,408 per annum

Location: Essex

Working Style: Community-based worker

About Us

Essex Highways is responsible for managing and maintaining one of the largest highway networks in the country: 5,000 miles of roads and around 5,000 miles of footways. Essex Highways is a delivery partnership between Essex County Council and our contractual partner.

Essex Highways will deliver a safe, sustainable, and effective highway network for all road users, through sound asset management, scheme/programme identification, delivery, maintenance and management of the network. Liaising directly with elected members, district councils, strategic partners and other providers, the role will manage the implementation of the programmes of work relevant to an operational/service area, in accordance with the strategies and policies of the Council.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a dedicated and passionate Education Officer to join our Road Safety team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in reducing road casualties across Essex by implementing and supporting educational programs and interventions. You will work closely with various stakeholders, including schools, local councils, and strategic partners, to promote road safety awareness and best practices.

As an Education Officer your responsibilities will include but not limited to

• Supporting the implementation of policies and procedures of the wider Essex Highways management systems, e.g. Health and Safety, Environmental, Quality, Construction Design to minimise work related injuries.
• Responding to complaints to meet relevant targets and provide high performance standards.
• Work as part of a road safety interventions delivery team providing education and awareness raising interventions to both children and adults.
• Work closely with partners by providing public facing interventions to support agreed activities to maximise the success of enforcement and current road safety campaigns
• Develop and maintain collaborative links with other agencies, interest groups, businesses, schools, colleges and other educational establishments, agencies dealing with people not in education, training or employment, and those involved with disadvantaged and vulnerable communities to develop strong partnerships for targeted road casualty reduction
• Contribute to the development of appropriate educational materials, including literature and other promotional/engagement aids, to support the partnership in liaison with the County Council and Essex Police communications teams.
• Act as an expert witness at Crown Court, Public Inquiries and Hearings as required; preparing detailed evidence as a specialist on practice issues, liaising with Counsel and Solicitors in case preparation.

The Experience You Will Bring

• Educated to RQF Level 3 ('A' level) or equivalent by experience in Highways.
• Evidence of continuing professional development and knowledge in relevant professional area. Membership of, or working towards, a relevant Professional Institution is desirable.
• Knowledge and application of Highway and Health and Safety legislation, including Construction (Design and Management) regulations.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with key people both internally and externally
• Knowledge and understanding of educational and evaluation techniques
• Good written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to build and maintain effective internal and external working relationships.
• Knowledge of financial management including budgetary governance and controls.

To read more about us please visit: Climate, Environment and Customer Services

Please note that the job role requires you to be mobile throughout an operational area. Therefore, the post holder will need to have a driving licence and access to a vehicle, or the ability to meet the mobility requirements of the role through other means.

Why Essex?

Essex County Council has a location to be proud of. Our 1,300 square miles stretch from Constable Country to the Thames Estuary, from the dynamic M11 corridor to the traditional seaside resorts of Clacton and Walton. England's oldest town, Colchester, and two of its newest - Basildon and Harlow - are right here. Along with the City of Chelmsford, the county town, they form our major population centres. It means real choice and makes Essex the ideal place for your career. Read more about us.

Essex County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We're committed to interview all disabled applicants who choose to apply under our Job Interview Scheme if they meet the minimum requirements of the job. Please speak to our Recruiters if you require any reasonable adjustments during the process.

We're also committed to interview all veterans and care leavers, who meet the minimum requirements of the role for which they are applying.

What you should do next

If you are interested in finding out more about this role, we would love to hear from you. Please apply via the Working for Essex website.

As part of employment with Essex County Council (ECC) should your role require a DBS check you will be required to register with the DBS update service. The DBS update service ensures all registered DBS certificates are kept up to date and allows authorised parties to view the status of your certificate. This is an annual subscription, and you will be responsible for ensuring this is maintained. For further information on the DBS update service please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-update-service

Essex County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

If you would like to be kept up to date on other relevant opportunities, blogs, news, events and industry related news at Essex County Council, please join The Essex Talent Community.

If you have queries on this role or require anything further, please email resourcing.team@essex.gov.uk

Follow us on Facebook ,Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn . Further details can be found on our careers page .

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Education Safeguarding Adviser - Training Lead

Fixed Term, Full Time

£35,314 to £41,547 per annum

Location: Chelmsford

Working Style: Community-based worker

Closing Date: 10th September 2024

Please note this is a fixed term role for up to 1 year.

This is a countywide role which requires a combination of office / home working, and attendance at other sites across Essex. There will be a need for occasional evening and weekend work.

Reporting to the Head of Education Safeguarding and Wellbeing, this is a countywide safeguarding role to support all Essex schools, Early Years and other education settings. The post holder will support the provision of high-quality training, information and advice to all education settings and ECC Education staff in respect of safeguarding and child protection. They will work collaboratively with the Essex Safeguarding Children Board and a wide range of partners to drive safeguarding work across the county.

This role will lead on the training offered by the Education Safeguarding Team, including the Level 2 and Level 3 training and also the termly safeguarding briefings.

The postholder should have an in-depth knowledge of child protection and safeguarding statutory guidance, Level 3 safeguarding training, and experience of working with schools and other educational settings.

Key Accountabilities

• Act as a source of professional information, advice, and guidance to education settings and ECC staff on safeguarding and protecting children from harm
• Work collaboratively with statutory partners and other key professionals to improve safeguarding outcomes for children in Essex
• Contribute to the development of resources for education settings to support safeguarding work
• Lead on the development of a training and development programme for education settings to support consistent, quality delivery of Level 2 and Level 3 training across all settings
• Lead on delivery of termly safeguarding briefings for education settings to ensure Designated Leads receive relevant information to support their role as safeguarding leads
• Maintain up-to-date in-depth knowledge and information on child protection and safeguarding matters to ensure Early Years settings and schools receive regular and relevant updates on important issues

Knowledge, skills, and experience

• Educated to degree level, or equivalent by experience
• Evidence of continuing professional development and expert knowledge in relevant professional area
• Sound understanding of child protection and safeguarding statutory guidance and procedures specifically in relation to education
• Evidence of working with schools at a senior level, demonstrating a broad and in-depth knowledge of education
• Proven track record of effective partnership working which is collaborative and influential in delivering advice and guidance
• Exemplar leadership and behavioural skills with the ability to focus on results, forging a strong team from diverse backgrounds to achieve strategic objectives
• Proven ability of proactively influencing, leading and delivering major cultural and organisational change in a complex environment
• Able to communicate with a range of people at all levels
• Level 3 Safeguarding Training for Education Designated Leads

To read more about us please visit: Education

Please note that the job role requires you to be mobile throughout an operational area. Therefore, the post holder will need to have a driving licence and access to a vehicle, or the ability to meet the mobility requirements of the role through other means.

Why Essex? Essex County Council has a location to be proud of. Our 1,300 square miles stretch from Constable Country to the Thames Estuary, from the dynamic M11 corridor to the traditional seaside resorts of Clacton and Walton. England's oldest town, Colchester, and two of its newest - Basildon and Harlow - are right here. Along with the City of Chelmsford, the county town, they form our major population centres. It means real choice and makes Essex the ideal place for your career. Read more about us.

Essex County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We're committed to interview all disabled applicants who choose to apply under our Job Interview Scheme if they meet the minimum requirements of the job. Please speak to our Recruiters if you require any reasonable adjustments during the process.

We're also committed to interview all veterans and care leavers, who meet the minimum requirements of the role for which they are applying.

As part of employment with Essex County Council (ECC) should your role require a DBS check you will be required to register with the DBS update service. The DBS update service ensures all registered DBS certificates are kept up to date and allows authorised parties to view the status of your certificate. This is an annual subscription, and you will be responsible for ensuring this is maintained. For further information on the DBS update service please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-update-service

Essex County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

If you would like to be kept up to date on other relevant opportunities, blogs, news, events and industry related news at Essex County Council, please join The Essex Talent Community

If you have queries on this role or require anything further, please email resourcing.team@essex.gov.uk

Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn. Further details can be found on our careers page.

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Education Safeguarding Adviser

Fixed Term, Full Time

£35,314 to £41,547 per annum

Location: Chelmsford

Working Style: Community-based worker

Closing Date: 10th September 2024

Please note this vacancy is available as a fixed term contract or secondment opportunity for up to 24 months.

The Role

Essex County Council (ECC) is one of the largest and most dynamic local authorities in the UK, serving a population of 2 million residents, and has a very successful track record of delivering transformational change. ECC anticipated change was needed in the public sector and has worked to deliver better quality at lower cost. We have an ambitious transformation agenda - one with the scope to reach every part of the council. We are changing the way we think, the way we work, and the ways in which we deliver our services. We are committed to becoming a place where individuals, partners and communities feel proud to play their role and genuinely want to belong. We're immensely proud of our flexible working options.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Head of Education Safeguarding and Wellbeing, this is a safeguarding role to support Essex schools, Early Years and other education settings within a specified quadrant, but also to support elsewhere in the county as required. The post holder will support the provision of high-quality training, information, advice, and guidance to all settings and ECC Education staff in respect of safeguarding and child protection. They will work collaboratively with the Essex Safeguarding Children Board and a wide range of partners to drive safeguarding work across the county.

This role will work with settings within their quadrant, to raise standards through appropriate support and challenge, to build capacity and expertise and ensure safeguarding duties are met. They will have a role in the training offered by the Education Safeguarding Team, and also lead on responses to safeguarding complaints, ensuring that any necessary work is undertaken.

The postholder should have an in-depth knowledge of child protection and safeguarding statutory guidance, Level 3 safeguarding training, and experience of working with schools and other educational settings.

Key Accountabilities

• Act as a source of professional information, advice, and guidance to education settings and ECC staff on safeguarding and protecting children from harm

• Work collaboratively with statutory partners and other key professionals to improve safeguarding outcomes for children in Essex

• Contribute to the development of resources and also a training and development programme for education settings to support consistent, quality delivery of Level 2 and Level 3 training across all settings

• Contribute to supporting education settings to raise standards through development of self-evaluation and undertaking safeguarding reviews of statutory responsibilities to ensure compliance with safeguarding requirements

• Support delivery of safeguarding briefings for education settings to ensure Designated Leads receive relevant information to support their role as safeguarding leads

• Undertake work to respond to safeguarding complaints and ensure that any necessary action is taken as part of that response

• Support developing resources for education settings on a range of safeguarding issues, including CE, domestic abuse, gangs and violence, honour-based abuse, child protection and harmful sexual behaviour

• Maintain up-to-date in-depth knowledge and information on child protection and safeguarding matters to ensure Early Years settings and schools receive regular and relevant updates on important issues

• matters to ensure Early Years settings and schools receive regular and relevant updates on important issues.

The Experience You Will Bring

• Educated to degree level, or equivalent by experience
• Evidence of continuing professional development and expert knowledge in relevant professional area
• Sound understanding of child protection and safeguarding statutory guidance and procedures specifically in relation to education
• Evidence of working with schools at a senior level, demonstrating a broad and in-depth knowledge of education
• Proven track record of effective partnership working which is collaborative and influential in delivering advice and guidance
• Exemplar leadership and behavioural skills with the ability to focus on results, forging a strong team from diverse backgrounds to achieve strategic objectives
• Proven ability of proactively influencing, leading and delivering major cultural and organisational change in a complex environment
• Able to communicate with a range of people at all levels
• Level 3 Safeguarding Training for Education Designated Leads

To read more about us please visit: Education

Please note that the job role requires you to be mobile throughout an operational area. Therefore, the post holder will need to have a driving licence and access to a vehicle, or the ability to meet the mobility requirements of the role through other means.

Why Essex? Essex County Council has a location to be proud of. Our 1,300 square miles stretch from Constable Country to the Thames Estuary, from the dynamic M11 corridor to the traditional seaside resorts of Clacton and Walton. England's oldest town, Colchester, and two of its newest - Basildon and Harlow - are right here. Along with the City of Chelmsford, the county town, they form our major population centres. It means real choice and makes Essex the ideal place for your career. Read more about us.

Essex County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We're committed to interview all disabled applicants who choose to apply under our Job Interview Scheme if they meet the minimum requirements of the job. Please speak to our Recruiters if you require any reasonable adjustments during the process.

We're also committed to interview all veterans and care leavers, who meet the minimum requirements of the role for which they are applying.

As part of employment with Essex County Council (ECC) should your role require a DBS check you will be required to register with the DBS update service. The DBS update service ensures all registered DBS certificates are kept up to date and allows authorised parties to view the status of your certificate. This is an annual subscription, and you will be responsible for ensuring this is maintained. For further information on the DBS update service please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-update-service

Essex County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

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Become a Chef Trainer and Shape the Culinary Future!

Salary: from £27,000 | Location: Remote to cover the Essex and Kent area | Role: Chef Trainer

Pining for a regular working week whilst keeping your toes in the industry you love?

As a Chef Trainer, you can wave goodbye to working weekends and pass your knowledge on to a new generation of chefs.



Your Role as a Chef Trainer:

As a Chef Trainer, you'll enjoy the flexibility of working from home and get to hit the road and visit different sites within your region to meet your learners face-to-face in their kitchens.

Working Monday to Friday, a typical week will involve 2-3 days of travelling to see your chef apprentices. With the rest working from home; meeting apprentices online and completing administration.

What You'll Do:


Work with chef apprentices in their kitchens and online.
Use your industry knowledge to train the next generation of chefs.
Meet new apprentices and discuss their learning needs.
Explain how English and maths are important in the kitchen, to support your apprentices with their Functional Skills.
Attend our Chef Academy with your apprentices to support hands-on learning of various techniques.
Visit employers and provide feedback on their apprentices’ skills.
Develop relationships with employers in your area.
Complete administrative and planning tasks, using Google Suite and internal platforms and systems.




About You

We’re seeking passionate chefs, looking to share their knowledge and make a meaningful impact on the culinary industry. To succeed in this role, you’ll need the following:


Demonstrable experience at Head Chef, Sous Chef or Chef De Partie level[2] . Coupled with a passion for teaching.
A good grasp of technology and administrative skills.
Have, or be willing to work towards, a Level 2 (GCSE) qualification in English and maths.
A valid Driving Licence and access to your own vehicle for travel within your region.




How We'll Support You

We offer a starting salary from £27,000, along with comprehensive benefits and training.

As an Ofsted-rated ‘good’ training provider, we prioritise the development of our employees. You’ll get access to qualifications to support you in becoming the best trainer you can be, alongside our benefits package:


25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, with an extra day off for your birthday.
Tax-free bonuses when company targets are met.
A holiday buy and sell scheme for up to five extra days.
Healthcare cash plan, dental plan, employee assistance programmes, and 24/7 GP access.
Enhanced sick pay and life insurance.
Mileage reimbursement and travel expenses.




Why Choose HIT Training?

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

We’re proud to be a Disability Confident and a Living Wage employer and want all our people to shine and bring their whole selves to work. 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

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 Essex & Kent 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.
Additional tax-free bonuses when company targets are met.
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.
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

"Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world." - Nelson Mandela

** Join Randstad Education as a Cover Supervisor in Essex! **

Ready to make a difference in young lives? Starting September 2024, become a key player in schools across Essex with Randstad Education!

**Apply NOW**

Why Join Us?

• Inspire the Next Generation: Step into classrooms and guide students on their learning journeys. Every day is a chance to make an impact!
• Flexible Opportunities: Choose your schedule! Whether you're seeking full-time, part-time, or just a few days a week, we've got the perfect role for you.
• Professional Growth: Access our extensive training resources and receive ongoing support to build your career in education.
• Competitive Pay: Enjoy a rewarding salary that values your dedication and expertise.

Who We're Looking For:

• Enthusiastic individuals with a passion for education
• Excellent communication and classroom management skills
• No teaching qualification? No worries! If you're confident, organised, and ready to lead, we'll equip you with all the training and support you need. Some previous experience working with children/students is necessary.

Why Randstad Education? Join a trusted leader in the education sector with a commitment to excellence. We're not just offering a job; we're offering a community dedicated to supporting schools and enhancing students' lives.

Ready to take the next step? Apply today and start shaping futures with Randstad Education in Essex!

Randstad Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. An enhanced DBS clearance will be undertaken prior to working in any schools.

If you are interested in this opportunity please use the apply button and if you have the relevant experience one of the team will be in touch.

No terminology in the above advertisement is intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Randstad Education is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and accepts applications from all sections of the community.

Join Our Team of Science Supply Teachers!

Are you passionate about inspiring young minds in the world of science? Do you have experience teaching in secondary schools? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

Position: Science Supply Teacher

Location: Colchester and Surrounding Areas

Availability: Starting September

What We Offer:

- Flexible working opportunities across various secondary schools.

- Competitive daily rates.

- Supportive and dynamic teaching environments.

- Opportunities to make a real difference in students' lives.

Requirements:

- Classroom and subject experience (UK curriculum knowledge preferred).

- Enthusiasm for teaching and a commitment to student success.

- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is desirable but not essential.

By registering with Randstad we can offer you:

- CPD courses to further your journey in education

- Excellent referral scheme - recommend a friend and earn up to *£300

- Full interview preparation

How to Apply:

To join us and be successful in the application for you will need to:

- Have, apply for, or be willing to provide an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional reference checks

- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and any employment breaks must be explained

- You must have the legal right to work in the UK

If you're ready to be part of a team that changes lives, we want to hear from you! Join us in Colchester and the surrounding areas and help students thrive and succeed! Click "Apply Now" to get your application started for the role of a Science Supply Teacher. Or for more information you can contact Sam Higham on 01245 260 100 / sam.higham@randstad.co.uk

We look forward to hearing from you.

Inspire. Educate. Empower. Be the difference in the classroom.