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Deputy Headteacher
Job Description
Swindon Borough Council are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Deputy Headteacher for their Swindon Virtual School.
The role of the Virtual School is to raise educational aspirations and narrow attainment and progress gaps to improve outcomes for children.
This role will help to ensure that the educational achievement of children in care is given the highest priority in schools, other educational institutions, early years settings and across Local Authority Services.
Key Responsibilities
Manage a small team of staff undertaking direct work with children, young adults and carers in order to maximise their educational attainment and future life chances
Make operational decisions and prioritise work
Track and monitor the educational attainment, progress and experience of allocated groups of children
Organise and deliver services within a specialist area to meet established operational targets
Provide advice, support and guidance to schools, social workers and IROs on interventions aimed at educational outcomes and experience
Quality assure and develop training programme for carers, designated teachers, social workers and independent reviewing officers aimed at raising awareness.
Requirements
Knowledge and understanding of the guidance and legislation relating to the duty of schools in safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
Knowledge and understanding of the requirements of schools, social care, carers, IROs and Virtual Schools in promoting the educational achievement of looked after children
Experience of working in a school or other educational setting
Educated to degree standard or equivalent
Relevant professional qualification (PGCE or equivalent) plus current Teacher qualified status
Senior leadership experience in either a school or virtual school setting
If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply now with your CV and a covering letter explaining your suitability for the role of Deputy Headteacher Swindon Virtual School. ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Swindon, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: 6 months+
Salary / Rate: Up to £350 per hour
Posted: 2024-04-18 09:03:42
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Sessional Tutor
Location: Slough Borough Council
Contract length: Initially 3 months
Hourly rate: £25.25 per hour
Job Description
This company is seeking experienced Sessional / Hourly Paid Functional Skills Maths Tutors, Functional Skills English tutor and ESOL tutors to teach and assess adult learners.
Candidates should ideally be able to deliver classes in various venues across both Slough and the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead.
Key Responsibilities
Teach and assess adult learners in Functional Skills Maths
Teach and assess adult learners in Functional Skills English and ESOL (desirable)
Deliver classes in various venues across both Slough and the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead
Work on own initiative as well as part of a small team
Requirements
Minimum L3 teaching qualification
Experience in teaching and assessing adult learners in Functional Skills Maths or experience in teaching and assessing adult learners in Functional Skills English and ESOL
Ability to work on own initiative as well as part of a small team
Availability between 2 to 15 hours per week, daytime and/or evening, depending on the subject
How to Apply
If you are interested in this Sessional Tutor job vacancy, please send your CV to erin.webbe@servicecare.org.uk.
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Type: Contract Location: Slough, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: 3 months
Salary / Rate: Up to £25.25 per hour
Posted: 2024-04-17 09:23:06
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SEND Improvement Lead - Chichester
Location: Chichester - Required to be present in West Sussex 3 days per week, dependant on meetings etc.
Duration: 6 months (with possible extension)
Pay Rate: £550 - £650 per day Ltd.
West Sussex County Council are looking for a SEND Improvement Lead to join their team in Chichester on an interim basis.
The successful candidate will have knowledge and understanding of SEND at a senior leadership level, preferably within a local authority.
Responsibilities:
Lead and manage the SEND Improvement Programme
Ensure that the SEND Improvement Programme is delivered on time and within budget
Provide strategic advice and guidance to senior leaders and stakeholders
Develop and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders
Ensure that the SEND Improvement Programme is aligned with the company's objectives and priorities
Requirements:
Understanding of the DfE SEND & AP Change Programme and the DfE Delivering Better Value Framework
Experience of leading SEND improvement
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong project management skills
Ability to analyse and interpret complex data
Application Process:
If you are interested in this SEND Improvement Lead - Chichester (Interim) role, please apply now.
Alternatively, you can call Erin on 01772208964 for more information.
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Type: Contract Location: Chichester, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: 6 months
Salary / Rate: £550 - £650 per day
Posted: 2024-04-08 10:43:41
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Teaching Assistant
About the Company
London Borough of Bexley is a vibrant adult education college responsible for delivering high-quality outcomes for learners, residents, and employers while contributing to the strategic objectives laid out in Bexley Council's corporate priorities for adult learning, employment, and wellbeing.
They have recently secured an OFSTED judgment of Good in March 2020 and since then have continued their journey, delivering high-quality education through a variety of methods.
About the Role
The local authority is looking to enhance their team of highly motivated Teaching Assistants to enable access to learning for learners with complex learning needs including ASD, SLD, and students with PMLD with an Education Health Care plan progressing from Marlborough community special school.
The role will be based on the Marlborough site.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in the preparation of learning materials and resources
Support students in their learning activities
Provide individual support for students with complex needs
Assist in the assessment and monitoring of student progress
Collaborate with teachers and other professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes for all learners
Requirements
Experience of working with children and young people with complex needs including autism is desirable
Willingness to develop skills
Motivated, patient, and passionate about learning and wellbeing
Qualifications
A Level 2 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools or equivalent
Good numeracy and literacy skills
Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents/carers
Benefits
Competitive salary
Opportunities for professional development
Supportive working environment
Contributory pension scheme
How to Apply
If this sounds like the role for you, please send your CV to Ashley.Brown@servicecare.org.uk or call Ashley on 01772 208 964.
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Type: Contract Location: Sidcup, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £31 per hour
Posted: 2024-04-03 12:43:43
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NEET Caseworker
Start date - ASAP
Contract length - Initially 3 months
Hours per week - 36 hours per week
Rate of pay - £200ltd per day
Job Overview
The London Borough of Hillingdon are seeking a highly motivated NEET Caseworker to join their team.
The successful candidate will work closely with the NEET Coordinator and Access to Education Manager to carry out the London Borough of Hillingdon's statutory duty to track young people upon completing compulsory age schooling to establish their Education, Employment and Training status between the ages of 16-19 to ensure there is provision for them.
Key Responsibilities
Support with working with schools and other educational settings to ensure options/pathways for young people are identified at the earliest possible stage to ensure their progression to EET at Post 16 is secure.
Support with monitoring and tracking all data pertaining to children at Post 16 to identify trends and gaps.
Engage, through the use of various forms of communication, with young people to establish their EET status and identify those in need of support.
Contribute to a database of NEETs and those whose situation is unknown, to track and contact them and attempt to place them on appropriate EET.
Communicate with Social Work Teams, Youth Services, SEND, SENDIASS and other appropriate services that support young people, to establish their EET status and identify young people in need of support into EET or those at risk of NEET.
Attend case reviews and multi-agency meetings about known NEET young people.
Maintain accurate records, uploading data to the IYSS database in order to enable Hillingdon to be aware of the status of young people within its boundaries.
Requirements
Experience working with young people in an educational or social care setting.
Knowledge of NEET and EET.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong organisational and time management skills.
Ability to maintain accurate and up-to-date records.
How to Apply
If you are interested in this NEET Caseworker position, please send your CV and cover letter to erin.webbe@servicecare.org.uk ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Uxbridge, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: 3 months
Salary / Rate: Up to £200 per day
Posted: 2024-04-02 09:24:30
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Service Care Solutions are looking for a Driver Awareness Scheme Tutor to work within the Dorset Police on a 6-month contract.Job Opportunity: Road Safety Educator / Instructor
Location: Dorset (Ferndown, Weymouth - potentially relocating to Winfrith in 2024)
Contract Type: 6 month
Pay Rate: £14.40 per hour
Dorset Police is seeking a passionate Road Safety Educator/Instructor to join our dynamic team.
As a key member of our Road Safety Unit, you will play a crucial role in delivering courses that focus on human behavior, biases, coping strategies, and road use planning.
If you have teaching ability, a good understanding of the highway code, and excellent people skills, we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities:
Course Delivery: Follow lesson plans to deliver engaging and informative road safety courses, both online and in classrooms at various venues.
Teaching and Learning: Ensure effective learning outcomes by engaging participants, maintaining a positive learning environment, and adapting teaching methods as needed.
Highway Code Knowledge: Demonstrate a strong understanding of the highway code to effectively educate participants on safe road use.
Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with a diverse team of part-time and full-time staff, including ex-police officers, teachers, driving instructors, psychiatrists, and road safety professionals.
Venue Flexibility: Be flexible with venue locations, currently based at Ferndown and Weymouth but with potential travel to other venues as authorized, including the possibility of relocation to Winfrith in 2024.
Continuous Improvement: Contribute to the improvement of course content and delivery methods based on feedback and evolving road safety standards.
Requirements:
Teaching ability and experience, following lesson plans to achieve learning outcomes.
Good knowledge of the highway code and a commitment to road safety education.
Strong people skills and ability to engage effectively with diverse participants.
Flexibility in venue locations and potential relocation to Winfrith in 2024.
Friendly, positive attitude, and a collaborative approach to teamwork.
Honesty and integrity in engaging with members of the public.
How to Apply: If you are passionate about road safety education and have the required skills and experience, please submit your CV and a cover letter to Lewis.Ashcroft@servicecare.org.uk. ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Weymouth, England
Salary / Rate: £14 - £18 per hour
Posted: 2024-03-25 10:39:00
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Virtual School Education Officer
Start date - ASAP
Contract length - Initially 3 months
Hours per week - 37 hours per week
Rate of pay - £221ltd per day
The London Borough of Hillingdon are seeking a Virtual School Education Officer to join their team.
As a Virtual School Education Officer, you will manage a caseload of Looked After Children to ensure that they have the support in place to overcome barriers to their learning so that they achieve their full potential.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage a caseload of around 35 Looked After Children
Track and monitor progress and attendance
Arrange and chair Personal Education Planning meetings
Agree targets and action plans to support education
Provide support to foster carers and residential home key workers, social workers, personal advisors and designated teachers/student support services in schools and colleges
Requirements:
Experience in working with Looked After Children
Knowledge of the education system and the challenges faced by Looked After Children
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and manage a caseload
Excellent organisational and time management skills
Qualifications:
A degree in Education or a related field
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent is desirable
Experience in working with Looked After Children
How to Apply:
If you are interested in this role and meet the requirements, please submit your CV and a cover letter to erin.webbe@servicecare.org.uk.
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Type: Contract Location: Uxbridge, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: 3 months
Salary / Rate: Up to £221 per day
Posted: 2024-03-19 12:43:49
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SEN Assessment Officer
Service care Solution are currently recruiting for a SEN Assessment Officer in Greenwich .
As an SEN Assessment Officer you will be responsible for ensuring that the LA meets all legal requirements in regards to the Children and Families Act 2014.
Main Responsibilities
As a SEN Assessment Officer, you will be responsible:
Implement and co-ordinate the needs assessment and review process in compliance with the requirements of the Children and Families Act 2014, the SEN Code of Practice 2015.
Directly challenge and support schools, professionals and families in relation to the Children and Families Act 2014 in order to prevent/reduce legal challenge against the LA.
Manage a complex caseload and casework to ensure that the LA is able to respond to SEND children and young peoples needs as they change.
Assess individual children and young and develop EHC Plans that are aspirational, holistic, outcome focussed and compliant with the Code of Practice 2015.
Requirements:
Experience working with SEN children and young people
Experience in developing EHC Plans.
Enhanced DBS
Working with Service Care Solutions comes with many benefits, including:
A specialist consultant within an experience and dedicated recruitment team
Excellent rates of pay
Payroll services twice a week
If you are interested in the SEN Assessment Officer role, or know of anyone who may be, please contact Emma at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208964 or email emma.petricco@servicecare.org.uk
Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed! ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Greenwich, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: 6 Months
Salary / Rate: Up to £25 per hour
Posted: 2024-03-12 16:34:50
