Total 2,855 job vacancies in Merseyside, L11 9DJ

What skills and experience we're looking for

The School:

We are a co-educational 11-18 school, in Eastham, Merseyside, England. We are a dynamic, successful and growing school. The school has been over-subscribed for the last 3 years and was graded “Good” by Ofsted in October 2022.

South Wirral is a school where every child matters and every child thrives. The aims of our curriculum are to develop successful learners, confident and inspired individuals and aspiring, responsible citizens. Extra-curricular activities are an integral part of school life, as we help students to build skills in the 5 'LORIC' principles - Leadership, Organisation, Resilience, Initiative and Communication. We are looking to recruit staff who share our vision and values to ensure that every child becomes the best version of themselves

The Team:

The person appointed will join an outstanding Faculty with an unswerving commitment to ensure that every student achieves their goals, whatever their circumstances.

You:

The person appointed will teach across all key stages, including the Sixth Form.

What the school offers its staff

This accompanying booklet gives you more information about the personal and professional benefits that will be available to you:https://www.calameo.com/read/006097937ec7a135d36e8

Further details about the role

The Assessment Process will be:

- student voice panel (25%)

- lesson observation (25%)

- interview (50%)

Closing date: Thursday 12th December 2024

Interview date: week beginning 16th December 2024

We are sorry that it will not be possible to contact unsuccessful candidates. Anyone who has not heard of the progress of their application by 15th December 2024 must assume it has been unsuccessful.

Please visit https://southwirral.wirral.sch.uk/vacancies for an application form.

Completed application form and letter of application to be addressed to Headteacher, and emailed to: recruitment@southwirral.wirral.sch.uk

Commitment to safeguarding

All posts are subject to an Enhanced Level DBS check. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post regardless of sex, race or disability Our Safeguarding Policy can be found on our school’s website: http://southwirral.wirral.sch.uk/policies/

What skills and experience we're looking for

Main purpose of the role

To work with teachers as part of a professional team to support teaching and learning for SEN pupils. Providing learning support to pupils who need particular help to overcome barriers to learning, such as those with moderate, severe, profound and multiple learning difficulties and/or behavioural, social, communication, sensory or physical disabilities.

Core responsibilities and tasks

Key duties:

1. Work with individuals or small groups of pupils in the classroom under the direct supervision of teaching staff e.g. reading, crafts etc and provide feedback to the teacher

2. Work with pupils on therapy or care programmes, designed and supervised by a therapist/care professional

3. Support pupils to understand instructions support independent learning and inclusion of all pupils

4. Support the teacher in behaviour management and keeping pupils on task

5. Attend to pupils’ personal needs including toileting, hygiene, dressing and eating, as well as help with social, welfare and health matters, reporting problems to the teacher as appropriate Physically assist pupils in activities (may involve lifting, where mobility is an issue)

6. Prepare and clear up the learning environment and resources and contribute to maintaining a safe learning environment, including photocopying, filing and the display and presentation of pupils’ work.

Additional Support Needs Assistants at this level may also undertake any or all of the following:

1. Administer medication in accordance with an agreed plan under direction of healthcare practitioner and following appropriate training

2. Update pupil records

3. Support children’s learning through play

4. Assist with break-time supervision including facilitating games and activities

5. Assist with escorting pupils on educational visits

6. Support pupils in using basic ICT

7. Invigilate exams and tests

8. Undertake moving and handling activities as required.

Knowledge, skills and experience

• Working at or towards national occupational standards (NOS) in Supporting Teaching and Learning (core and relevant optional units as required)
• Knowledge and compliance with policies and procedures relevant to child protection and health and safety.

What the school offers its staff

Palmerston is a warm, friendly welcoming school & our staff put a lot of emphasis on supporting each other & promoting positive mental health.

Professional development opportunities are promoted across the whole team.

For example, a number of our support staff (class based & admin) have moved into teaching posts.

Further details about the role

Supporting pupils with challenging behaviours and personal care will be required.

Experience of supporting pupils with severe learning difficulties is essential.

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

Maghull High School is part of the Southport Learning Trust family of schools. We are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic, motivated and adaptable individual to join our highly effective pastoral team. The successful candidate will be a key member of the Pastoral Support Team for a year group, working with the Head of Year and Tutors to support all aspects of students’ progress and to supervise a prepared lesson in the absence of a class teacher, ensuring that in doing so the students’ learning and development is continued and maintained.

You must be versatile and flexible and have experience of working with children, be confident and possess good interpersonal skills. The successful candidate will be subject to a satisfactory probationary period of 6 months.

What the school offers its staff

Maghull High School is part of the Southport Learning Trust, which currently includes Greenbank High School, Stanley High School, Birkdale High School, Meols Cop High School, Bedford Primary School and Kew Woods Primary School. Our Trust welcomes teachers who are enthusiastic, energetic, and dedicated individuals with a talent for working with young people and a love of education. We are seeking colleagues who can build robust and effective relationships with staff, parents, students, and the wider community in order to further the ethos of the Trust.

Commitment to safeguarding

Maghull High School is committed to taking all reasonable steps to ensure the safety, health and wellbeing of all pupils at the school. If staff have concerns regarding possible abuse of a child whether it relates to ill-treatment, neglect or any other form of abuse or appears at risk of abuse, they will, in the best interests of the child, follow the procedures laid down by the Safeguarding Board. A full version of the school’s Safeguarding Policy is available at https://www.maghullhigh.com/safeguarding/

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you passionate about supporting and nurturing students in the classroom to reach their full potential and have a commitment to deliver outstanding lessons? Whatever our students need to achieve this, we will find a way to help them do so and with your help, Rainhill will continue on its journey to provide an excellent education for all students.

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, well organised and committed Cover Supervisor to join our team who has excellent behaviour management skills and can provide effective classroom supervision to support learning and teaching when required to cover for short term staff absences.

You will also assist in supporting organising cover for absent staff and other related admin support across the school as and when required.

This is a challenging but rewarding role and will involve delivering lessons and cover lessons effectively to whole classes, ensuring that the educational provision for students is maintained to the highest standard of attainment and achievement.

Previous experience of working in a school setting with children and young people is essential as is a desire to want to make a difference.

Knowledge and Experience

Understanding and working knowledge of the national curriculum and other learning programmes (within specified age range/subject area) e.g. knowledge of core subject areas

Working knowledge and understanding of principles of effective learning in the classroom and classroom management

Working knowledge of relevant policies/codes of practice/legislation

Understanding of inclusion, especially within a school setting

Experience of resources preparation to support learning programmes

Working knowledge of SIMS and Cover

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Excel and Word

Knowledge and awareness of GDPR requirements and regulations

Qualifications and Training

Good standard of Education up to GCSE or equivalent - Excellent literacy and numeracy skills

Minimum 2 years experience of working with children in an educational setting (within specified age range/subject area)

NVQ 2/3 equivalent or above in teaching assistance or relevant experience

QTS/QTLS

Training in the literacy/numeracy strategy

Training in special educational needs strategies

Skills and Abilities

Excellent time management and organisational skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with all pupils and colleagues

Ability to work with sensitive information and maintaining strict confidentiality in all forms including electronically, written form and verbally

Ability to promote a positive ethos and role model positive attitudes

Ability to work effectively and calmly under pressure

Ability to communicate effectively at all levels

Planning own workload to meet deadlines

Flexible in their ability to work across the school to best meet the needs of pupils as and when it is needed

Ability to work effectively within a team environment, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities

Ability to work with children at all levels regardless of specific individual need and identify learning styles as appropriate

Effective Behaviour Management skills

Commitment to Equal Opportunities

Ability to understand and demonstrate commitment to equality and diversity

What the school offers its staff

Our School’s mission is 'In Pursuit of Excellence’ in everything that we do and our core values; Learn, Think, Contribute, Care, embody our determination to ensure that all our students receive a first class education that enables them to take their place in society confidently.

We are a popular and high achieving school on the edge of Merseyside with a very strong reputation locally and significantly over subscribed.

Further details about the role

Purpose of the post:

• Supervision of whole classes during the short-term absence of teachers with agreed lesson plans in place across the school as required.

• To work with and supervise individuals and groups of students under the direction/instruction of teaching and senior staff, inclusive of specific individual learning needs. Enabling access to learning for all pupils.
• Assist in the planning and coordination of daily cover for staff absence.
• Provide administrative assistance cover as required

Specific duties and Responsibilities

Main duties. 1. Undertake cover supervisor duties when staff are absent or at internal/external events 2. Undertake cover supervision for whole class i.e. supervise, support and assist students of all abilities, age range in the absence of normal teacher 3. Follow instructions directed from, Cover Manager, Operations Manager, SENDCO and class teachers. 4. Promote positive pupil behaviour by: - · Ensuring pupils enter and exit classroom in silence · Greet pupils at beginning of the lesson · Complete the class register · Ensure pupils sit according to their seating plans · Ensure school uniform rules are followed · Report back as appropriate to class teacher · Encourage students to follow Rainhill Standards at all times 5. Ensure when covering a lesson, students remain focused and on task. 6. Managing the behaviour of students whilst they are undertaking work to ensure a constructive working environment. 7. Provide a safe and stimulating learning environment at all times. 8. Develop your own knowledge and understanding of specific academic, physical and emotional/ behavioural/ social needs of individuals and groups of students and respond to them effectively. 9. To assist the SENDCO and learning support department with classroom support when not covering lessons. 10. Managing the work of Learning Support Assistants assigned to the cover classes. 11. To provide welfare support for students, including administering first aid (dependent on training) and attending to and identifying medical needs as required.

Support for the teacher

1. To provide classroom supervision and learning in the absence of a teacher

2. Communicate the work set by the teacher to the pupils

3. Communicate feedback from the covered lesson to the teacher

4. Oversee the distribution and collection of books and other equipment

5. Reporting back as appropriate using the school’s agreed referral procedures on the behaviour of pupils during the class and any issues arising.

6. Work under the direction of the lead teacher/organizer when accompanying staff on school visits

7. Provide clerical/administration/pastoral support when required

8. Establish and maintain an appropriate learning environment

9. Monitor and evaluate pupils' responses to learning activities through observation and planned recording of achievement against pre-determined learning objectives

10. Provide objective and accurate feedback and reports as required, to the teacher on pupil achievement, progress, and other matters, ensuring the availability of appropriate evidence

11. Promote positive values attitudes and good pupil behaviour - Record all behaviours on synergy or appropriate systems.

12. Liaise sensitively and effectively with parents/carers as agreed with the teacher.

Support for the pupil

1. Provide consistent support to all pupils, responding appropriately to individual pupil needs

2. Establish good working relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and setting high expectations

3. Promote inclusion and acceptance of all pupils

4. Encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher

5. Promote self-esteem and independence, employing strategies to recognize and reward achievement within established school procedure

6. Provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress and achievement under the guidance and direction of the teacher

7. Use specialist (curriculum/learning) skills/training/experience to support pupils

8. Assist in the planning, implementation, assessing, recording and reporting in relation to personal care

9. Provide one-to-one support for pupils in either a care/special needs/pastoral capacity as and when required

Support for the curriculum

1. Support the delivery of agreed learning activities/learning programmes, adjusting activities according to pupil learning styles and individual needs

2. Support the delivery of literacy/numeracy programmes, effectively utilising all alternate learning opportunities to support extended development

3. Support the use of ICT in learning activities and develop pupils' competence and independence in its use

4. Assist pupils to access learning activities through specialist support e.g. curriculum/SEN specialism

Support for the school

1. Be aware of and comply with school policies and procedures relating to child

protection, pupil behaviour and discipline, health and safety and security, confidentiality

and GDPR data protection regulations. Report all concerns to the appropriate person (as

named in the policy concerned)

2. Be aware of and support difference and ensure all pupils have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop

3. Support with break and lunch duties.

4. Attend and participate in regular meetings as appropriate

5. Participate in training and other learning activities as required

6. Establish own best practice and use to support others

7. Assist in the supervision, training and development of classroom support staff

8. To take appropriate responsibility for safeguarding and students’ welfare, and to be aware of confidential issues linked to home/child/ teacher/ school and keep confidence appropriately.

9. Accompany teaching staff and pupils on visits, trips and out of school activities as and when required

10. Assist in the planning, delivery and evaluation of training, advice, guidance and support to colleagues in other schools

11. To invigilate examinations as directed by the Senior Examinations Officer as and when required.

Support of Staff Cover

1. Support and assist the Cover Manager in organising the planning and co-ordination of cover for absent staff when required

2. Assist with admin processes related to cover supply and staff absence

3. Ensuring compliance with school policies and procedures of cover staff

Other

• High expectations of all pupils; respect for their social, cultural, linguistic, religious and ethnic backgrounds; and commitment to raising their educational achievements.
• To be responsible for improving your own practice through observation, evaluation and discussion.
• To comply with all School policies and procedures.
• To comply with the School's Health and Safety Policy and associated safe working procedures and guidelines.
• To comply with the School's Comprehensive Equality Policy and to ensure that it is implemented within the service area of the post.

Additional Duties

To be willing to be trained as, and to be one of the school's many, First Aid Officers

Commitment to safeguarding

Rainhill High School and Sixth Form is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people as well as promoting equality of opportunity and community cohesion; where the diversity of different backgrounds and circumstances is appreciated and positively valued and expects all staff, volunteers and other workers to share in this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosing & Barring Certificate and online searches as part of our Safer Recruitment & Selection Procedures.

What skills and experience we're looking for

TEACHER OF SCIENCE- MPR/UPR

(WITH POTENTIAL FOR TLR RESPONSIBILITY)

REQUIRED JANUARY 2025

FULL AND PART-TIME CONSIDERED

We are seeking to appoint an excellent classroom practitioner to teach across the whole ability and age range in this large popular oversubscribed academy. The successful candidate will have proven success in delivering all three Sciences throughout KS3 and KS4. They will also be able to demonstrate positive outcomes for all groups of pupils and have the ability to engage and enthuse learners. This is an exciting opportunity for an ECT to establish themselves as a teacher or an experienced teacher looking to further their practice. Full and part time positions will be considered.

What the school offers its staff

Woodchurch High School is an exciting place to work. It is a successful and oversubscribed 11 – 16 coeducational comprehensive. We enjoy state of the art facilities, designed to engage and motivate learners. Further details and an application pack can be obtained from the school website. Application forms, together with a covering letter, should be returned to Mrs A Bestwick HR Officer. Email whsrecruitment@woodchurchhigh.com. We do not accept CVs and approaches from recruitment agencies. If you do not hear by 6th December, you may assume you have not been successful on this occasion.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We’re recruiting a Senior Accommodation Support Officer to provide support to our established team as they assist our participants with their housing needs through effective interventions.



Our team of Accommodation Support Officers work with a caseload of adult males within the criminal justice system, in either a custodial or community setting. As a senior, you’ll be on hand to provide advice and guidance to the team where needed, and we’ll ask you to take care of a small amount of our more complex cases.



We’ll need your excellent interpersonal skills to build and maintain effective relationships with referral agencies and stakeholders. You’ll also be responsible for developing high-quality practice among the team through observing and auditing practice, and then providing coaching and mentoring workshops to enable them to develop.



Our successful candidate will ideally already have knowledge of housing and homelessness legislation or experience working within the criminal justice sector.

In return for your dedication, knowledge, and commitment, we're offering a competitive salary of £26,150 - £32,668 per annum (dependent on experience) with these great benefits:

25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays + Birthday Day off (with the opportunity to buy additional days)
2 Volunteer Days
Pension - 5% Employee 5% Employer
Healthcare Cash Plan, incl. 3 x salary life assurance
Annual salary review
Refer a friend scheme
Free access to Benefit Hub - an online portal with access to a wide range of retail discounts, cycle to work scheme, and additional voluntary benefits


Interested? There’s an easy-to-apply route below to upload your CV! If you need any further information, talk to our experienced Internal Recruitment Team on 01702 595200.


Communities and Education Division is part of an employee-owned organisation and we continually pride ourselves on our sense of community, both in the incredible work we do throughout UK and Ireland, and internally with our employee owners. People are at the front, centre and heart of every service we provide and each decision we make.

Location: Hybrid working, managing cases across Merseyside Prisons Travel around local area when required to attend meetings and participant appointments.
Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week (Mon-Fri)
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 29 November 2024

Key Responsibilities
Assist the Accommodation Team Manager in continuous improvement to practice and the delivery of a high-quality service
Provide specialist housing advice and guidance to participants and employees
Provide workshops to all members of the team to develop their standards of practice
Build and maintain effective working relationships with all stakeholders
Manage a small number of complex cases

Skills and Experience
Experience and knowledge of housing legislation and options
Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills both verbally and in writing
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
Experience or knowledge of the work of the Criminal Justice System
Good organisation skills and ability to meet deadlines

Communities and Education Division is the Justice and Social Care division of Seetec, delivering tailored support to participants across a range of contracts, including as CFO Activity Hubs, Accommodation, Personal Wellbeing and Approved Premises. We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to build a better future, regardless their past choices or the challenges they face.

We are committed to combining our knowledge, skills and talents across the justice and social care sectors to deliver services and interventions that overcome the barriers that hold people back from living more fulfilled lives. Ultimately, our aim is to equip individuals with the necessary skills needed to desist from offending, successfully reintegrate into to their local communities and address barriers to work.

Seetec is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share and uphold this commitment in conjunction with the requirements of the Prevent Duty and the positive promotion of modern British values.

You will be required to process a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Seetec support the recruitment of ex- offenders and will not discriminate in anyway. Our full policy statement of “Ex-Offenders” can be found on our website under” About us”

Seetec is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

A bit about us:

Liverpool is home to vibrant, energetic and engaged communities, people who take real ownership of their local area and are passionate about making our city a better place. We've got ambitious targets to meet by 2025 and we need people who are driven, dynamic and ready to deliver the very best for our communities. Public service is more important than ever, and this role represents a real opportunity to make a difference to our communities by transforming the way we work and placing our residents at the heart of everything we do.

Working at Liverpool City Council provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.

We are proud of our world-famous thriving city with its rich culture, affordable housing, stunning waterfront and our beautiful green spaces – there’s really something for everyone!

The Role:

In the role of a Service Delivery Manager, you will be in control of the SEN Transport and Social Care Transport Operation, including a team of 7 officers and a Principal officer. The role reports directly to the Head of Passenger Transport and Fleet
As a Service Delivery Manager, you will work on schedules and processes to ensure service users safe and efficient carriage as well as liaising with contractors, service users, parents and carers, schools, daycentres and parent forums regarding service delivery
Other management responsibilities can include ensuring all controls are in place regarding safe transport such as risk assessments and relevant equipment such as harnesses and child seats in use if appropriate along with undertaking investigatory or disciplinary hearings and grievances
As a member of the SEN and Social Care Transport team, you must comply with current legislation and policies; ensuring staff and contractors meet required safeguarding and DBS requirements as well as monitoring and updating KPIs and financial information
The Service Delivery Manager will work closely with stakeholders, including other departments, Parent & Carer forums, Transformation team and respond to complaints, appeals, freedom of information or SAR requests related to the department and will ensure invoices and spend is accurately controlled and reported
Our offer to you:

35 hour working week
At least 31 days holiday plus bank holidays rising to 35 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time) - option to purchase further days
Part of the Local Government Pension scheme – option to join the AVC scheme
Progression - opportunities and training through a wide range of high quality learning
Health and Wellbeing - offer including Employee assistance programme
Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes
Drive Time – a salary sacrifice car lease scheme
Family friendly policies with enhanced leave
Discounted Gym Memberships
Employee Volunteering Scheme
Medicash
Next steps:

Closing Date is: Friday 29th November 2024

If you would like to talk to a member of the team about the role, please contact Peter Sass via Peter.Sass@liverpool.gov.uk

Liverpool City Council is committed to fostering a workforce representative of the communities we serve. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we believe in appointing candidates based on their skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities. To support this commitment, we guarantee an interview to candidates from under-represented groups who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.

If you require any reasonable adjustments in line with the Equality Act 2010, such as an application form in a different format or additional time to complete your application, please contact us at recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk
Applicants to go to website for more job details and a candidate pack.

MAT Recruitment are currently working with a dynamic PRU in Liverpool to hire a Learning Support Assistant to join a collaborative team and support young people through their learning journey. This is a temporary position, with the view to becoming permanent. In this role you will be working with a dedicated team and responsible to the School SENDCo.

Job Purpose:

To under undertake education support duties and assist the class teacher in the day to day needs of the pupils in their care, to enable the teacher to implement the curriculum and respond to the pupils’ needs.
To maintain complete confidentiality on all school matters.
Provide support for class teachers and help children with their educational and social development, both in and out of the classroom.
To contribute to the provision for children within a class or year group.
To contribute to the promotion of the well-being of children within the Academy.
To promote and safeguard the welfare of children you teach or come into contact with.
Be responsible, as a member of staff, for promoting and developing a positive culture and to ensure diversity within the Academy community is recognised and respected.
Contribute to the development of the Academy’s vision, values and aims and to abide by agreed professional behaviours and attitudes.
Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide pupils with the level and type of support specified by the teacher, whilst at the same time encouraging the pupils towards independence and accepting responsibility for their own behaviour.
Establish a good relationship with pupils by using language and other communication skills that the pupils can understand and relate to.
To supervise children during breaks – both lunch and play.
Encourage pupils to interact with each other in an appropriate and acceptable manner.
Promote positive pupil behaviour in line with Academy policies by the use of praise and encouragement.
If necessary, help pupils with toileting and dressing, paying particular attention to hygiene.
To supervise the children’s play involving toys and apparatus and role play under the direction of the teacher.
To assist with language and other activities under the direction of the teacher.
To supervise and support the activities of individual and groups of children under the direction of the teacher.
To undertake playground supervision during the mid-morning and/or afternoon breaks and to deal with unruly behaviour and, where necessary, report difficulties to a member of the teaching staff. Supervise children in the dining area ensuring good standards of behaviour and manners and reporting any incidents of unacceptable behaviour to the Behaviour Team or Year Leader.
Work under the direction of the teacher to prepare and maintain an effective learning environment, by preparing work materials and apparatus and clearing up afterwards.
Set out learning materials as directed by the teacher so that pupils are able to participate safely and effectively in the planned activities.
To liaise regularly with the teacher and/or take part in planning meetings, inset days and any other meetings as required.
Provide consistent and effective support for colleagues in line with the requirements and responsibilities
of your role.
To assist in the recording of lessons and assessment as required by the teacher.
To take part in training activities offered by the Academy and the county to further knowledge.
To take part in such activities, including swimming and outings, as may be required.
First Aid Duties
General Accountabilities:

So far as reasonably practicable, the post holder must promote safe working practices by employees and visitors in premises/work areas in which the post holder is located, to maintain a safe working environment for employees and service users.
Work in compliance with the Codes of Conduct, regulations and policies of the school, and its commitment to equal opportunities.
Ensure that output and quality of work is of a high standard and complies with current legislation/standards.
If this role would be of interest to you or you would like to learn more, please submit your CV and Cover Letter to us today!

MAT Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in line with KCSIE 2024. In order to meet this responsibility, we follow a rigorous selection process.  

MAT Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer; therefore, we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.

MAT Recruitment are working with one of our dynamic PRUs in Liverpool to hire a D.T. Teacher to begin from January 2025. We’re looking for an outstanding teacher with a proven track record of success and raising pupil outcomes. The successful candidate will join a high-performing and supportive Secondary school part of a wider progressive multi-academy trust. This is a temporary role with the view to becoming permanent

The successful candidate will have the ability to deliver quality teaching that drives achievement and inspires a love of learning. You will be able to demonstrate experience of achieving positive outcomes for students, as well as being passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people. As a committed team player, you will have excellent organisational skills and the natural ability to motivate both pupils and peers.

You will have:

A degree-level qualification and Qualified Teacher Status.
Manage behaviour and maintain an engaged classroom
The ability to teach to GCSE standard.
Experience of sustained delivery of outstanding attainment and achievement.
Experience of innovation and creativity to engage, enthuse and progress learners.
Please note, this opportunity is open to ECTs as well as experience teachers!

Don't miss out! Apply with us today!

MAT Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in line with KCSIE 2023. In order to meet this responsibility, we follow a rigorous selection process.  

MAT Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer; therefore, we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to lead, develop and provide the day to day service of the established Pre-Operative Assessment clinic on the Bedford site. We are looking for an experienced clinical pharmacist with excellent personal, communication and leadership skills complemented by a strong background in managing surgical patients.

Day to day activities will include reviewing surgical patients to ensure that their medicines are optimised prior to their elective admission and to ensure that there is a clear medicines management plan in place. The successful candidate will join the established Pre-Assessment team and have the opportunity to optimise the service to best meet the needs of our patients and the Trust. The ability to work in close collaboration with senior medical, nursing and pharmacy colleagues will be essential as will the ability to demonstrate patient focussed and leadership behaviours.

Close working relations with our Luton site and the corresponding Specialist Pre-Assessment Pharmacist, will be essential to ensure smooth integration across both sites.



To lead, plan and develop advanced specialist clinical pharmacy services for the pre-operative assessment clinic (POAC) and surgical Clinical Service Lines including, where appropriate, non-medical prescribing in line with the agreed scope of practice.

To be a source of expert specialist advice for matters relating to pre-operative assessment and surgery, to other pharmacists and other healthcare professionals.

To support the Clinical Service Line and Pharmacy Department in meeting its risk and clinical governance responsibilities around the use of medicines through effective guideline, policy and SOP development and review.

To undertake clinical supervision of Foundation Pharmacists, Senior Rotational Pharmacists and Trainee Pharmacists to support their development both professionally and clinically.

To act as a professional role model to all registered clinical pharmacy staff, actively demonstrating integrity, ownership and leadership in all aspects of the role.

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics.

You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career.

Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.

All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required.

Please review all documents attached to this advert to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.

Bedfordshire Hospitals Pharmacy Department

Bedfordshire Hospitals Clinical Pharmacists

Bedfordshire Hospitals Medicine Use and Quality

Bedfordshire Hospitals Pharmacy – what our staff have to say

Bedfordshire Hospitals – I love pharmacy because…



The Job Description and Person Specification are attached to this job, please review for the full details and responsibilities.

Prescribing Practice
• To provide expert pharmacy advice to POAC patients, including participation in cross speciality MDT discussions.
• Responsible for the appropriate management of patients referred for medicines optimisation / reconciliation input or who otherwise fall within the agreed scope of practice.
• Work with consultants and the pharmacy team to promote best practice in the pharmaceutical care of patients in line with national and local guidance. These policies will require co-ordination with a wide range of other professionals and will impact on prescribing practice across the speciality.

Clinical
• Assist the multi-disciplinary team in the pharmaceutical care of each patient by:
• Suggesting alterations to patients’ complicated medication regimes to simplify and aid therapy compliance.
• Actively participating in clinic related activities and multidisciplinary team meetings providing clinical and financial advice if appropriate.
• Promoting rational, safe and economic use of medicines.

Pharmacy Leadership
• In collaboration with other Advanced Specialist Pharmacists to jointly provide professional, managerial and clinical leadership to the team of pharmacy staff involved in the delivery of pharmaceutical services to the relevant Clinical Service Lines. To provide active support and mentorship to both Foundation and Senior Rotational Pharmacists to further develop their leadership potential
• Develop, implement and monitor pharmacy services to ensure they are consistent with Trust priorities and requirements and are aligned to the over-arching patient focussed ethos of the pharmacy service whilst ensuring compliance with medicines legislation.
• To provide the Clinical Service Lines and Clinical Pharmacy Services Manager with regular assurance that the pharmacy service is meeting agreed Key Performance Indicators.

Education and Training
• Participate in the regular clinical training and supervision of Foundation and other grade pharmacists and pharmacy technicians
• Participate in regular specialist training in-house and in local and national specialist training events
• Provide education and training for patients and their carers on the safe and effective use of their medicines.

Other
• To provide information and advice to Trust committees as required
• To play an active role in pharmacist and pharmacy technician recruitment for the pharmacy department
• To adhere to the policies and procedures of the Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust as they relate to the delivery of services.


This advert closes on Friday 29 Nov 2024

We are seeking a Band 6 Specialist Biomedical Scientist to join the Microbiology department at Bedford Hospital. The laboratory is equipped with a variety of equipment including the BioMerieux BacT/Alert Virtuo, BD MGIT, DS2, the BioMerieux Vidas, Biofire Torch and Film Array, Roche Cobas 6800, BD Max, Cepheid Gene Xpert, Beckman Coulter Microscan, Stratec Gemini and Bruker Maldi-TOF.

The laboratory has merged with the Luton Microbiology department and delivers a range of investigations to Bedford Hospital, Luton and Dunstable Hospital and the surrounding GPs. The department is UKAS accredited to ISO 15189:2012 and is an IBMS approved training laboratory.

You will work as part of the Microbiology team to provide a high level of microbiological analysis to provide patients with the highest level of diagnosis and treatment.

The post holder will work as a Specialist Biomedical Scientist performing a range of microbiological techniques to assist in the clinical diagnosis of microbiological disease in accordance with SOPs.

The post holder would be expected to assist in delivering of training in accordance with the departmental training policy and support the departmental Seniors in the delivery of a high quality, efficient and effective service.

Following training the post holder would be expected to participate in the shift pattern which will including working weekends and bank holidays and on call. The department is moving towards 24/7 shift patterns.

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics.

You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career.

We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.

Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.

All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required.

Please review all documents attached to this advert to ensure you familiarise yourself with all requirements of the job.

The Job Description and Person Specification are attached to this job, please review for the full details and responsibilities.
• To perform as a HCPC Registered Specialist Biomedical Scientist [BMS] assisting in the delivery of the department services.
• To assist the departmental laboratory senior in the implementation and delivery of a cohesive service, in conjunction the clinical lead of the department.
• To implement the quality policy for the department including the agreed quality objectives.
• To contribute to the implementation of UKAS standards for the department using the Pathology Quality Management System as established, to fulfil the quality circles and audit inherent to the ISO 15189 standards of compliance.
• To deputise in the absence of the departmental laboratory senior BMS when required to do so.


This advert closes on Friday 29 Nov 2024

We are excited to have an exciting new opportunity for Mental health assistant nurse to join our team. The Nursing Assistant - Children’s Mental Health Support is a key member of the direct care team who is additionally skilled in communication and therapeutic engagement with young people who have difficulties directly communicating their care needs.

The Nursing assistant mental health support is responsible for providing care and therapeutic support to patients and their families in conjunction with the Registered Nurse and directed by members of the wider multidisciplinary network, including Mental Health Practitioners from Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service. Training will be provided.

Our 54 bedded unit at Luton and 22 bedded Unit at Bedford supports medical and surgical and Mental health admissions including high dependency care, and is supported by a variety of clinical nurse specialists and practice development nurses. The unit supports both medical and nursing students and there is a big focus on staff education and development.
• Demonstrating caring, compassionate, professional behaviour fostering trust and confidence in the service for people in your care.
• Maintain effective communication with patients, relatives and members of the Multidisciplinary network of professionals regarding all aspects of care demonstrating a range of appropriate communication skills.
• Engage with and gather information from young people and carers to support a multidisciplinary formulation and care plan, recognising and responding appropriately to the emotional needs of young people and their families.
• Contribute to a full range of routine care tasks such as supporting self-care and completing routine observations, including physical observations when required.
• Work cohesively with all members of the ward team and promote effective liaison with all members of the multi-disciplinary care network in ensuring that the very best services to patients are provided at all times.
• Contributing to risk assessment and risk management planning by identifying and reporting issues of concern to the named nurse/ nurse in charge and supporting multi-disciplinary review.
• Contribute to assessment and support the development and implementation of care plans in conjunction with a Registered Nurse/Practitioner and the Mental health Practitioners.

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics.

You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career.
We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.

Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.

All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required.

Please review all documents attached to this advert to ensure you familiarise yourself with all requirements of the job.

• To provide on-going continuous assessment and adjustment of interventions, develop and implement new activities in response to young people’s needs, recording and escalating concerns relating to care accurately and in a timely way.
• Maintaining a good standard of record keeping that meets the expected standards in the nursing notes and to ensure that a qualified member of staff countersigns entries.
• To participate in the management of challenging or disturbed behaviour in accordance with the Trust procedures.
• Maintaining a safe clinical environment, prevention and control of infection by ensuring compliance with policies, standards and procedures and undertaking delegated tasks to contribute to the safe and smooth running of the ward and service.
• To contribute to discharge planning in conjunction with the Multidisciplinary Team, young people and carers.
• To form professional relationships with young people and communicate with them in a way that respects their views, autonomy and culture.
• Participate in patient assessment (under the direction of and after appropriate delegation from the Registered Nurse) to deliver high standards of care.
• Obtain informed consent prior to giving care in accordance with Trust policies.
• To monitor and record progression, highlight concerns and report any perceived changes in young people’s wellbeing to the team.


This advert closes on Friday 29 Nov 2024

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking to recruit Senior experienced/qualified Coders to join our Clinical Coding Team (Bedford site). To meet requirements of a Band 6 you will need to be flexible in your approach, a good communicator, able to work as part of a team to tight deadlines and you will hold the nationally recognised ACC (Accreditation of Clinical Coders) qualification in clinical coding.

Candidates who currently do not meet the requirements of a band 6 may be considered for a developmental role at band 5 however you must have a track record of high quality coding, you will have a good knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology.

Able to demonstrate competence in the use of ICD10 and OPCS 4.9 classifications, complete coding rules and application of National Clinical Coding Standards across acute specialities is a prerequisite, excellent communication skills and progressing to a band 6 once ACC have been acquired.

The Clinical Coding Department is a pivotal Service within the Trust’s IM&T Division. These are corporate functions responsible for all Trust management information, reporting both externally and internally, providing vital management information to clinicians and managers which inform and determine the basis for decision-making across the Trust.

The Trust uses ‘Electronic Documentation Record Management service’ (E.D.R.M.S), Medicode360, this enables remote working.

The post holder will provide an effective, accurate, timely, and consistent clinical coding service to the Trust and ensure all coding quality targets are achieved, assisting in audits as appropriate.

In order to expand individual knowledge and provide a more robust service to the Trust, you will be expected to code variety of speciality to increase your in-depth knowledge.

You will be expected to promote continuous improvement in data quality by keeping abreast of development and innovations in the medical, surgical, and coding disciplines. This role forms a key member of the data quality team which aims to provide credible, accurate, complete, and timely data for the Trust.

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics.

You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career.

We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.

Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.

All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required.

Please review all documents attached to this advert to ensure you familiarise yourself with all requirements of the job.

Lead Clinical Coders are required to create and maintain good communication links with Consultants and their clinical teams to ensure quality and depth of clinical coding is achieved. In order to achieve this they are required to communicate complex coding rules to various medical, clinical and administrative staff at all levels. Communication can be via telephone, in person, written, or by email.

To answer Clinical Commissioning Group challenges in code assignment in a timely manner.

To act as mentor to less experienced coding staff in understanding clinical coding rules. PbR and HRG (Healthcare Resource Groups), therefore having a sound knowledge of these processes themselves.

To be proficient in the Trust’s many IT systems, including iPM, Medicode360, ICE, Clinical Correspondence, MediViewer (for ERDMS) and the Clinical Income Dashboard system.

To access the Trust histopathological database (ICE) to extract the relevant information when assigning appropriate clinical codes.




This advert closes on Friday 29 Nov 2024

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust requires a highly motivated, reliable and flexible Building Craftsperson to work as a key member of the Estates Team. You will play a proactive role within the team, delivering key objectives to meet both departmental and Trust requirements.

The post holder will assist the Estates Directorate to provide a comprehensive and responsive Estate Management Service to all of the Trust’s properties.

You will be a hands on maintenance building craftsperson who is able to deliver the full range of duties associated with the post holder’s core craft trade.
• To contribute to the provision of a comprehensive and responsive maintenance service to all of the Trusts properties.
• To diagnose and repair faults and to maintain, by application of Painting/Decorating, Carpentry, Joinery skills, plant and equipment.
• Diagnose faults, carry out repair and maintain the building engineering services, plant and equipment.
• Deliver safe isolations within your specialist craft skill set.
• This post will be based at the Luton and Dunstable Hospital covering services across the Trust’s Luton and Dunstable sites.
• Hours are 37.5 hours week Monday – Friday

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics.

You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career.

We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.

Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.

All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required.

Please review all documents attached to this advert to ensure you familiarise yourself with all requirements of the job.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Identify, diagnose, rectify faults, and carry out repairs and planned maintenance of a general nature of building fabric, plant and equipment including but not limited to: external doors, fire doors, access doors, wooden, plastic and aluminium windows, flooring, suspended ceilings, walls, fire proofing, electrical and mechanical closers, various types of locks and locking mechanisms, interior and external signage, fencing and various fixing and fixtures, glass and glazing.


1. Maintain decorations both internal and external of all Trust properties and cleanliness of fabric, plant and equipment.


1. Complete all mandatory training as required


1. Fabricate, assemble, erect, install and commission new work, associated with the core skill. Assist team members where other skills are involved.


1. Liaise with clinical staff to arrange shutdowns and maintenance of equipment and plant.


1. Carry out periodic checking, servicing and testing of plant and equipment, in accordance with planned maintenance programmes and schedules.


1. The post will involve working at height, using access equipment, lifting and handling of heavy objects, and working in enclosed spaces such as roof voids and service ducts etc.


1. Familiarise, train or instruct others as appropriate.


1. Day to day supervision of Maintenance Assistants.


1. Comply with H.S.E. procedures and regulations and the Trust’s Health and Safety policy, procedures and working practices.


1. Abide by all infection prevention and control procedures


1. Complete all relevant paperwork systems necessary in the running of the department.


1. Undertake training, where necessary, to improve skills, learn new techniques or to ensure compliance with regulations or procedures.


1. To have the ability to carry out minor duties of other trades when required such as building and carpentry.


1. To adhere to the Estates Department dress code, being very well presented, wearing the supplied uniform at all times.


1. To work in accordance with all relevant Trust policies and procedures.


1. Immediately notify the Maintenance Supervisor or other appropriate line manager of any unsafe practice or contravention of statutory regulations or Trust policy


This advert closes on Friday 29 Nov 2024

The Bedford Hospital Radiology department carries out a full range of diagnostic radiological examinations for Inpatient, Outpatients and Emergency Department patients. We provide all Diagnostic modalities such as MR, CT, U/S, DEXA, Cardiac Suite, Radionuclide Imaging, General Radiography, Theatres and Portables as well as an Interventional suite.
The friendly atmosphere of the department and its status as a training centre for student Radiographers is the perfect environment for all radiographers looking to consolidate and develop their diagnostic imaging skills.

We are looking for keen and enthusiastic Radiographers looking to expand and consolidate their experience to join our highly motivated Radiographic team at Bedford Hospital.


As a Band 5 Radiographer, you will gain significant experience in the A&E department, benefit from exposure to Theatres & Portables, and rotate through all areas of main department.


Successful applicant expected to take part in the radiographer shift system following induction period. Our service is adaptable as we offer a range of shift patterns and flexible working to suit radiographic team needs.
Working hours are 37.5 per week.


Opportunity to progress to another banding through our Departmental Preceptorship Programme.

Please telephone Robbie Barrett 01234 355122 Ext 2034/6196 for further information or to arrange an informal visit.

• To perform a range of X-ray procedures, producing high quality diagnostic X-ray images and providing excellent patient care.
• To take part in the radiographer shift system.
• To competently carry out a range of X-ray procedures, according to their professional training and departmental protocols, being proficient to work in all general rooms of the department.
• To work independently in the A&E, CCC, theatres, CCU and wards for all plain X-ray and Image Intensifier procedures and provide first line advice to medical and nursing staff on X-ray procedures.
• To participate in the departmental “Red Dot” system, following training making an initial assessment of the X-ray image, seeking advice from senior radiographers when necessary and alerting medical staff to image abnormalities on the X-rays.

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics.

You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career.
We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.

Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.

All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required.

Please review all documents attached to this advert to ensure you familiarise yourself with all requirements of the job.

Main responsibilities:
• To be professionally accountable for all aspects of own work including management of patients in your care.
• To plan and prioritise workload on a daily basis assessing patients on their clinical need with the resources available, seeking help where appropriate.
• To undertake assessment of patient information and patient condition, evaluate the necessity for the X-ray to make adjustment in X-ray technique to provide optimum diagnostic images, seeking help where appropriate.
• To communicate effectively and sensitively with patients ensuring they have clear understanding of procedure and have consented to the X-ray. To deal with tact and diplomacy patients who may be distressed aggressive or abusive seeking help from senior colleagues where appropriate.
• To communicate effectively both verbally, personally face to face and by phone with a wide range of clinical, technical and administrative staff across the Trust.
• To be responsible for maintaining own competency to practice, maintain and develop personal portfolio
• To participate in the Trust appraisal system and maintain a personal development plan.
• To be involved in audit and clinical governance processes within the department.
• To understand personal responsibilities for Health & Safety and infection Control and adhere to Trust Health & Safety policy and infection control guidelines.
• To have an understanding of the radiation regulations1999 and the ionising radiation [medial exposure] regulation (IRMER) 2002 ensuring local rules are adhered to in all situations.
• To accurately input details on to the RIS {Radiology Information System] and interrogate the system for patient details updating and recording information as required.
• To be aware of and adhere to Trust and Departmental policies, guidelines, standard Operating Procedures and protocols.
• To participate in discussions when departmental polices, SOPs and protocols are reviewed.
• To report any anomalies found in departmental policies, SOPs and protocols to the line Manager.


This advert closes on Friday 29 Nov 2024