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Receptionist - Castlebridge School / Tavistock Hub (Special Partnership Trust)
- Multiple Locations
- Multiple Terms
- £24,926 FTE (£21,923.53 actual salary)
About Castlebridge School Castlebridge School is a brand new provision that is being developed in a beautiful and inspiring part of Devon and will consist of two sites. One in Tavistock and one in Ivybridge. The first site that will be opening is in Tavistock. Castlebridge School and the Tavistock Hub will predominantly be for pupils with emotionally based school avoidance and anxiety linked to autism. All pupils will have an EHCP and be processed through Devon admissions. This provision will be carefully designed to meet the needs of pupils who have often found it challenging in a mainstream school.Castlebridge School will cater for pupils from year 3 to year 11. Tavistock site will cater for up to 30 students within this age range.We pride ourselves on providing tailored support and education to empower our pupils to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.Role Overview:We are seeking a friendly, professional, and highly organised Receptionist to be the first point of contact for our school community. The ideal candidate will have a warm and approachable manner, a proactive attitude, and the ability to manage a busy front desk with care and confidentiality.Safeguarding:The Special Partnership Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to the satisfactory completion of checks and references, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. In accordance with guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education; the Trust will undertake an online search of all shortlisted candidates.Key Responsibilities:To allow access and greet visitors in line with the school procedure, including monitoring use of electronic signing in system for staff and visitors. Ensuring safeguarding is prioritised. To assist in the organisation and arrangements for meetings, including circulating agendas and minutes, organising venues/refreshments as required To provide general HR administrative support with personnel files, recruitment paperwork, and recording and booking of training courses if applicableTo support whole school events such as parents evening and public eventsTo provide administrative support for pupil trips and visits as requiredTo receive and prioritise incoming telephone calls/emails and deal with them appropriately including recording and distributing messages as required and booking appointmentsTo input new and updated information on the school’s computerised systems for pupil records as appropriate, ensuring all records are maintained and up to dateTo maintain accurate school attendance records, processing data, transferring attendance registers onto Arbor and assisting in the production of termly attendance data reports specific to Headteacher requirements To provide administrative support relating to school census returns as required To produce data, reports and other information as required To manage the receipt, recording and overseeing of school payments, including cash received, following the trust cash handling process. Paying in accurately and sending the relevant documentation to the trust finance team in a timely manner To provide administrative support such as typing, photocopying, shredding, filing and archiving To sort and distribute incoming post and prepare outgoing mail, record incoming goods and provide assistance with stock control and lost propertyTo ensure appropriate standards of tidiness and order in the school reception area so as to project a professional and welcoming environment for parents, pupils and visitors to the schoolTo link with external agencies/providers as required, ensuring professionalism is maintainedTo manage the school diary To run the school’s text communication service and relevant social media accountsTo oversee the stock taking and replenishment of consumables To maintain a key role in the school’s fire evacuation and emergency communication proceduresTo deal with all administrative aspects of the school meals process. Process school lunch orders, updating the associated systems accordingly and communicating menus to staff and parents. Chasing outstanding debts and alerting Headteacher of any significant/overdue debts as appropriate To maintain and develop content for the school website ensuring all information is current and accurateTo produce the school newsletter as requiredTo support other administrative functions in the school during busy periods Qualifications and Experience:Attainment of 5 GCSE’s A-C (or equivalent) including English and Maths. Experience of reception and clerical workExperience of telephone network systemsCommunication skillsOrganisational skillsAble to multitask and work effectively with frequent interruptionsAble to work on own initiative and as part of a teamKnowledge and practical application of Microsoft packages Demonstrates an awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children and young peopleOur Total Reward Offer:The Special Partnership Trust recognises the importance of developing a properly implemented People Strategy to underpin the overall strategic aims of the Trust.Our People Strategy is designed to help us attract prospective high calibre candidates, as well as drive engagement, productivity and retention of our high performing and high potential employees. It reflects our belief in putting our people first. This does not mean putting our learners second. It is based on the philosophy that if we create a positive and rewarding work environment, if our staff feel motivated, well managed and well supported, they in turn will provide the best possible outcome for our learners.We recognise that our total reward offer, has got to consist of more than just money. We seek to provide our staff with a diverse range of benefits that support their day to day needs both at work and outside of work. These include generous leave entitlements and pension scheme as well as access to health/wellbeing tools, training & development, career pathways and opportunities to ensure they feel valued.For further information, click here to visit the Special Partnership Trust website for our People Strategy and Benefits.Are you ready to make a lasting impact? Join us today.Contact UsInformal conversations are welcomed. If you would like to discuss the role in confidence please call Guy Chappell, CEO, on 07807 495402 or Ruth Zimmerman SEN Director 01872 613 115.Please visit the Special Partnership website, www.specialpartnership.org for further information about our Trust and an application pack. Completed applications should be returned to Laura Davis at recruitment@specialpartnership.org no later than 24th April 2025.
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Teaching Assistant - Kings Ash Academy (Thinking Schools Academy Trust)
- Multiple Locations
- Multiple Terms
- Support Staff Pay Group 2, £18,301 - £20,495 (for hours and weeks stated)
Fixed term contract until 20th August 2025.About The RoleAre you passionate about supporting students in their learning journey?We’re looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our team on a fixed-term basis and help make a real difference in the lives of our primary students.As a Teaching Assistant at Kings Ash Academy, you will play a key role in supporting class teachers with the teaching and welfare of students, ensuring the best possible outcomes in line with our academy's aims. You’ll work closely with pupils, including those with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) or additional educational needs, across various primary year groups.What You’ll Bring:A positive, “can-do” attitude and willingness to support and inspire students.Ability to work with students with a variety of additional educational needs.A commitment to providing a nurturing and safe learning environment.Strong communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with both staff and students.A passion for helping children grow and thrive academically and personally. Why Join Kings Ash Academy?Be part of a supportive and inclusive school community.Access unlimited professional development through our partnership with the Thinking Schools Academy Trust.Work in a modern and exciting environment, with opportunities to inspire and engage children from a young age.Collaborate with parents, carers, and the wider community to help children achieve their full potential. At Kings Ash Academy, we believe that all children have the right to learn, have high aspirations, and achieve their true potential. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young learners and want to be part of a dynamic, supportive team, we invite you to apply.About UsOur SchoolKings Ash Academy is a happy, inclusive, and thriving school committed to providing a supportive environment for both our students and staff. We work closely with our parents and the wider community to ensure our students have every opportunity to reach their full potential. From our high-quality Nursery provision to Key Stage 2, we foster a love of learning, personal growth, and academic achievement in a safe and nurturing environment.As part of the Thinking Schools Academy Trust, we offer unlimited professional development opportunities to help our staff grow and achieve their career goals. We believe in investing in our team because when we support our staff, we create a stronger, more successful school community.Our broad, balanced, and creative curriculum encourages independent thinking, collaboration, and the development of essential life skills, preparing our children to thrive both academically and personally. At Kings Ash Academy, we believe that every child deserves the opportunity to learn, aspire, and achieve their highest potential.Click here to learn more about our school and visionThe Thinking Schools Academy TrustThe Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools consisting of both primary and secondary schools across the South West, South, South East, and East of England.We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances. That’s why we invest in our people and are recognised as the Multi Academy Trust Association Employer of the Year for 2025/2026, so that our staff are best supported to positively impact our pupils. Learn more about our Vision and Values hereWhy Join the Thinking Schools Academy Trust?We’re proud to offer more than just a job—we provide a range of exceptional benefits to support and reward our staff:Competitive Pay Scales: Our TSAT pay scales exceed national levels.Performance Related Pay: We operate a Professional Growth policy that allows us to reward staff who meet their objectives with additional pay for exceptional performance.CPD: Our in-house training provision, Thinking Horizons, offers clear pathways for professional development including Chartered Teacher status, regular MAT meets to share best practice and range of external opportunities to enhance your development.Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, eye care vouchers and preferential access to Benenden Health.TSTARS Staff Recognition: You will be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.Blue Light Card: School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across a wide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out and much more!Convenient Parking: Park for free in our staff car park on-site.TSAT Benefits Portal: a one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts, dental cover, Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership.Next StepsIf you are interested in working at our school, benefitting from a supportive network of colleagues across our Trust, and are keen to progress your career then please apply today! We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process, please email recruitment@tsatrust.org.uk.Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.We strongly encourage anyone who may be interested in working at our school to contact Emma Varney (Office Manager) via email emma.varney@kingsash.tsat.uk to arrange an informal conversation about the role.For further information and to apply please go to our website, Teaching Assistant in Devon - TSAT.
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Supported Housing Administrator - Young Devon
- Multiple Locations
- Part Time
- £23,492.04 per annum, pro rata
Location: Based in our Barnstaple and Ilfracombe projectsWe have an exciting opportunity for a motivated, conscientious person to join our Supported Housing team in our Barnstaple and Ilfracombe projects.This role offers the opportunity to be a key member of the Supported Housing team, providing an administrative service for the team(s) in North Devon. The role will support the administrative operations for our staff and projects with a varied workload and something different every day.What can we offer?Young Devon provides generous holiday entitlement from day one, access to training and not to mention our welcoming, kind and passionate workplace culture.We are not a sponsorship organisation for overseas candidates.Young Devon is a youth work charity (1057949) passionate about creating an inclusive workplace and committed to embracing diversity.Young Devon is committed to Safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable groups and all applicants who will or could have unsupervised access to these groups will complete the required checks through the Disclosure and Barring Service.To apply for this role - please request an Application Pack from hr@youngdevon.org or download from our website at www.youngdevon.org/about/work-for-us. Please submit your Application Form to hr@youngdevon.orgPlease read the job description and person specification. If you then have any further questions about the role please contact Kerry Skipper on 01271 326232 / 07866507172. Closing date for applications: Thursday 17th April 2025 at 12pm.
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