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Speech & Language Teaching Assistant - Riviera Education Trust
- Multiple Locations
- Full Time
- NJC Grade C, Scale Point 3: Starting salary £16,756 (£24,027 FTE)
Fixed Term until August 2025Required to start as soon as possible.Riviera Education Trust is seeking a passionate and dedicated Speech and Language Teaching Assistant to join our team. This full-time position (30 hours per week) is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children, by supporting their communication and learning development. The Riviera Education Trust is a multi-academy trust consisting of three local primary schools. Oldway Primary School, Roselands Primary School and Shiphay Learning Academy we all work together to benefit all of the children in the Trust and the role will be based in all three schools over the week. As a Speech and Language Teaching Assistant, you will work under the guidance of our SEND Lead to deliver targeted speech and language interventions. Your role will involve working with small groups and providing 1:1 support to pupils across the school. While previous experience in a similar role is preferred, it is not essential.We are looking for someone who:Is highly motivated, enthusiastic, and creative in supporting learners in the classroomIs committed to working collaboratively with colleagues to deliver high-quality support and ensure the best outcomes for every childHas high expectations of themselves and the children they supportCan work effectively within our friendly, hard-working teamIs adaptable and flexible in meeting the diverse needs of learnersIs reflective and committed to developing their own practiceHas a sense of humour and a positive, fun-loving attitude essential for thriving in a dynamic school environmentCriteria for the post:GCSEs in English and Mathematics (minimum Grade C) or equivalentA proven track record of working with primary-aged pupils in a school setting (preferred)Additional qualifications such as NVQs (preferred but not essential)We can offer you:Happy, enthusiastic, and creative pupils and colleaguesA welcoming and inclusive school communityA positive and supportive team dedicated to helping every child reach their full potentialA commitment to your ongoing professional development, including high-quality, evidence-based CPDOpportunities to collaborate with outstanding teachers, practitioners, and professionals across our Multi-Academy TrustExcellent prospects for career development within the TrustSo, if you are passionate about making a difference and excited to join a dynamic and supportive team, we would love to hear from you!Please see the job description for further details regarding this post.Please note, in line with our Safer Recruitment policy, references will be requested after shortlisting as part of the selection process.Riviera Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its pupils. As this post meets the requirements in respect of exempted questions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, all applicants who are offered employment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and references before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands or final warnings as well as convictions.The application form can be found on the school website: https://www.rivieratrust.co.uk/vacancies/ and completed applications should be sent to: HR Department, Riviera Education Trust, Oldway Primary School, Higher Polsham Road, Paignton, TQ3 2SY or by email: applications@rivieraet.co.uk Inspiring the individuals today, for a better society tomorrowDeadline for applications is: Monday 6 January 2025 at 9:00am.
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Team Manager - Arranging Support
- Exeter
- Full Time
- £43,693 - £47,754
PermanentFull Time, 37 Hours Per Week This is an exciting opportunity if you are keen to progress your career within the field of Adult Social Care. Join us at Care Direct Plus to be part of our ongoing commitment to high quality service delivery , integrated care and partnership working, in support of positive outcomes for the people and communities of Exeter, East and Mid Devon.Team Manager roleIn this role you will be working alongside colleagues in leading and managing the Arranging Support Team, based at Care Direct Plus in Exeter. The team is comprised of a talented group of Arranging Support Co-ordinators and Advisors, who source adult social care services to meet the outcomes identified in individual support plans, following an assessment or review of need by care management staff.The team also arrange care services on behalf of the NHS under continuing healthcare funding and to facilitate discharge from hospital or short-term rehabilitation. Working within agreed contracting arrangements the team advise on and source best value services with a wide range of accredited providers, also arranging direct payments for service users who have opted to self-direct their own support.You will manage staff and resources, working closely with integrated health and social care, commissioning and procurement teams and wider partner agencies, the provider market and the voluntary sector. You will be overseeing the quality standards of the team, managing workflow, and providing expert advice with a particular lead for one of the three workstreams of Care at Home, Bed-based Care and Direct Payments.You will foster a positive and collaborative work environment, and support staff in engaging with a range of stakeholders as part of joined-up arrangements for the delivery of services to the public. You will be supporting the team in exploring and advising on relevant options, negotiating with providers on cost as well as capacity where there is a gap in service provision, and in making timely arrangements for care that support people to meet their identified outcomes and optimise independence.About youThis post is suitable for an applicant who has a management qualification at Diploma Level 5 or equivalent. It will suit someone who has experience of a previous management role or an ambitious and experienced practitioner who is looking for an opportunity to gain managerial experience, in a busy and supportive setting.You will need to demonstrate a proven track record of working in partnership with providers and other agencies, ideally within the health and social care sector. You will have some experience of supervising staff, and the ability and enthusiasm to develop your existing management and leadership skills.You will need to be able to negotiate, influence others and create effective working relationships. You will have the skills and knowledge to support and supervise staff, within a practice framework, and provide sound consistent advice, demonstrating good judgement. You will have the ability to think innovatively in support of best practice and best value outcomes, and will be keen to lead a service that can make a real difference to people’s lives.What we can offer youYou will receive regular support and supervision, and access to training/ Continuing Professional Development with opportunities to reflect on your practice. You will be joining a supportive and experienced group of management colleagues.We are keen to retain our most talented staff. While we will be encouraging you to progress and develop, we will also support you to achieve a healthy work-life balance in this fantastic part of the country. Amongst other things, we offer 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) rising to 30 days after 5 years, and a generous pension. We embrace the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and are committed to providing an environment that is inclusive and safe.We also promote the opportunity to work flexibly. In the Arranging Support Team staff attend the office for around half of their working week, in order to communicate and hold practice discussions with colleagues and co-located teams in person. For the rest of the working week you will have the option of working remotely.The Team Manager role within the Arranging Support Team will be working a 5-day week on a staff rotation basis, over six days; Monday to Saturday, office hours. Saturday working attracts an enhanced rate. Currently Team Managers are required to work on average one Saturday every 8 weeks, though this may be subject to change to meet the needs of the service.What we can offer youWe are committed to your continuous professional development, doing all we can to help you to get the most from your career. You will receive excellent support and supervision, with regular opportunities to discuss and reflect on your practice, both with your line manager and peers. We offer 26 days annual leave, plus Bank Holidays, rising incrementally to 31 days after 5 years’ service. Flexible working opportunities are available, these include part-time hours, flexitime, compressed working hours and homeworking (this is subject to the needs of the role – please discuss at further at interview) Offer an opportunity to enter a generous Local Government Pension Scheme. As a place to live and work, Devon is hard to beat with top-performing schools, universities, vibrant cities, pretty villages and some of the most scenic coast and countryside in the UK. Living and working in Devon as a Team Manager has never been more attractive. If you are currently living, working or studying in the UK and are looking to relocate to Devon, subject to qualifying conditions, relocation support of up to £10,000, may be available. Visa sponsorship may also be offered as part of the relocation support package, terms and conditions apply. Please note: At this time, we are unable to consider overseas applications. Further information and how to applyIf you would like to discuss this opportunity further please contact Chris Alford, Centre Manager on email: chris.alford@devon.gov.ukor tel: 01392 383000.A visit to the team is available by arrangement if you would like to learn more about the service/role.To apply online visit www.devonjobs.gov.uk. If you have no internet access then contact the First Stop Desk on 01392 383000 (8.30am - 5pm, Monday - Friday).Internal Applicants, please note: If you are an existing DCC employee, please use your iTrent Employee Self Service (ESS) details to log in and apply. DCC embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to providing an environment that is inclusive and safe. We welcome applications from people who share our commitment to stop discrimination, challenge inequality and promote diversity across Devon. More information can be found on our Equality and Diversity webpages.Happy to Talk Flexible Working - The Council offers flexible working arrangements in terms of when and where people work e.g. hybrid working, part-time, condensed hours etc.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.Personal data we collect from you will be processed in accordance with the Applicant privacy notice.For more information about Working for Devon please visit our Working for Devon page.This role requires a DBS disclosure. Job Reference : REQ007249
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SEMH Resource-based Lead Teaching Assistant - Westcliff Primary Academy (First Federation Trust)
- Multiple Locations
- Part Time
- E16-22 depending on experience; actual salary £22,344 - £24,673 per annum
Required to start as soon as possible.About this roleWe are seeking to appoint, as soon as possible, a specialist Teaching Assistant at Westcliff Primary Academy to provide support within the SEMH Resource Hub.We are looking for an enthusiastic, flexible and highly motivated individual to work alongside the class teacher, to support children with special educational needs across all areas of the curriculum. The successful candidate will be required:to promote inclusion through the development of social skills, language and emotional wellbeingto liaise with other professionals both within and outside the schoolto show a high degree of initiative and be able to react to given situations with integrity and compassion,You will need to be able to communicate effectively with children and adults, have a flexible attitude and can-do approach. The successful candidate will have transferable experience working with pupils with SEMH needs.Visits to the school are recommended by contacting the school office on 01626 862444 or by emailing admin@westcliff.org.uk.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS disclosure is required for this post. Our Child Protection policy can be found on the school's website: Safeguarding | Westcliff Primary Academy. All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search. How to Applywww.firstfederation.org/vacanciesApplications supported by recruitment agencies will not be accepted.The closing date for applications: Wednesday 8 January 2025 at midday.
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