Establish rapport and respectful, trusting relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and being aware of and responding appropriately to individual needs
Assist and support pupils, including those with special needs, in respect of personal, local and national learning strategies across the curriculum, as directed by the teacher. Ensure all pupils are safe and have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop
The role may include supporting pupils’ personal programmes, relating to social, health, physical, hygiene, and welfare matters. The pupil may also need assistance to access different areas of the school. Following appropriate training and in line with school procedures, to administer basic first aid and/or medication as required
Promote inclusion and acceptance of all pupils by encouraging them to interact with each other and to engage in activities led by the teacher
Promote self-esteem and encourage pupils to act independently as appropriate
Provide feedback on pupils’ personal needs as appropriate
Support the teacher in managing pupil behaviour, reporting difficulties as appropriate. Support pupils to understand instructions
Gather and report information from/to parents/carers as directed
Be aware of pupil problems/progress/achievements and report to the teacher as agreed
Undertake basic pupil record keeping as requested
Prepare the classroom as directed for lessons and clear-up afterwards
Assist with the display of pupils’ work
Prepare and maintain equipment/resources as directed by the teacher and assist pupils in their use
Provide routine clerical support for teachers, e.g. photocopying, filing, collecting money, checking deliveries, placing goods in stock and maintaining records of stock
To understand the importance of inclusion, equality and diversity, both when working with pupils and with colleagues, and to promote equal opportunities for all
To uphold and promote the values and the ethos of the school.
To implement and uphold the policies, procedures and codes of practice of the School, including relating to customer care, finance, data protection, ICT, health & safety, anti-bullying and safeguarding/child protection
To take a pro-active approach to health and safety, working with others in the school to minimise and mitigate potential hazards and risks, and actively contribute to the security of the school, e.g. challenging a stranger on the premises
To participate and engage with workplace learning and development opportunities to continually improve own performance and that of the team/school, subject to the school training plan
To attend and participate in relevant meetings as appropriate.To undertake any other additional duties commensurate with the grade of the post
Training:
Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship
Training schedule has yet to be agreed. Details will be made available at a later date
Training Outcome:Full-time employment. Any successful apprentice who demonstrates the ability and necessary skills to carry out the role of a Level 2 to a high standard would be considered for any permanent vacancy that may arise in the school. This would be part of a further recruitment process.Employer Description:The Harmony Trust has the highest aspirations for its pupils, parents and staff members. Our vision is to provide an excellent primary education so that every academy is a ‘GreatPlace2Learn.’ Our aim is to ensure that children at our academies enjoy the best education from the early years to the end of the primary stage. Parents are very important to achieving this vision and we aim to work in partnership with them to ensure that all our children achieve our motto: ‘Believe Achieve Succeed’. We believe that school should be a place where every child makes progress in a safe and supportive environment. We believe in the importance of children developing well-being and high self-esteem if they are to learn and do well.
We also believe in The Harmony Trust being a ‘GreatPlace2Work’ where staff are supported to thrive by a trust that is committed to learning and education. We have a great team of people working in our Academies. We aim to retain them by investing in professional development, offering opportunities to work across the Trust ensuring Harmony is a great place to work.
The Harmony Trust was established in February 2014 and currently has 15 schools. This brings with it exciting opportunities for career progression and development for existing and future employeesWorking Hours :Monday - Friday, 35 hours per week (term time plus 5 days). Times to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Number skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Patience....Read more...
The post holder will support and be line managed by the Institute’s Buildings & Facilities Manager with a dotted line to the Communications and Events Officer and will work closely with both teams. The post will include but not be limited to the responsibilities detailed below. Responsibilities:
You will be fully trained to carry out the following:
Supporting internal and external communications:
Assist the Communications and Events Officer in developing original written and visual content (including photos and video), gaining experience creating materials for social media channels, the Institute website, and internal communication platforms such as digital signage, email, and the intranet
Support the regular review of intranet content, learning how to edit relevant SharePoint pages to ensure information remains accurate and up to date
Assist with uploading content and scheduling posts for publication on Bluesky and LinkedIn, developing an understanding of social media planning and scheduling
Support the uploading of news items, events, and job opportunities to the website, and assist with updating general web content as required
Contribute ideas and help collate content for the termly Institute newsletter, building skills in content planning and editorial processes
Communicate health and safety updates via internal channels (intranet, digital signage, and email)
Supporting the planning and delivery of events:
Support the planning and delivery of a range of events, developing practical experience across the full event lifecycle
Assist with the organisation and delivery of seminars, Institute away days, ad hoc meetings, and seasonal events (such as Christmas and summer parties), building confidence through hands-on involvement
Support event promotion activities by creating written and visual content and learning how to advertise events through appropriate channels, including email, digital displays, and social media
Provide administrative and logistical support for events, gaining experience in liaising with suppliers to obtain quotes, raising and receipting purchase orders, and assisting with travel and accommodation bookings
Support event catering orders and assist with event set-up and shutdown as required
Assist with setting rooms up for events – this will involve light manual handling tasks such as moving chairs or tables
Depending on skills, providing advice to room users on connecting to the audio/visual systems
Supporting the facility management of the Institute:
Support the circulation, filing and version control of health and safety policies, SOPs and guidance documents
Maintain accurate records on relevant systems and files
Ensure confidentiality and integrity of all sensitive information in accordance with the Data Protection Act and other relevant legislation and Codes of Practice including the University’s Information Security Policy
Help keep records up to date for inductions, access permissions and training completion
Liaise with teams to coordinate dates for upcoming Health & Safety inspections
Learn and assist with various regular building and systems checks and updating necessary records
Occasional cover of reception/front of house, providing guidance and advice to visitors, contractors and staff
Occasional assistance with deliveries and stock control processes
Training:Duration:
15 months practical training period, plus 3 months for End Point Assessment
Delivery model:
Work-based training with your employer
10 days Business Professionals training at college
Approximately 12 on-site assessment visits per year
Off the job training will count for at least 6 hours per week of an apprentice’s time at work
Qualifications included:
Level 2 Functional Skills in English and maths (if required)
Level 3 Business Administrator apprenticeship standard
End Point Assessment:
Knowledge test
Portfolio based interview
Project/improvement presentation
Training Outcome:
Over 80% of our apprentices continue with us in the role they have been trained for after their apprenticeship and that is just the start of their career
Employer Description:We are the largest employer in Oxfordshire with around 17,000 staff working in and around Oxford in a huge range of roles. Our apprentices are never on their own and will benefit from a supportive environment working in collaboration with the rest of our committed team. You will also be supported by the central apprenticeship team and you will join our growing network of apprentices within the university. You will have the opportunity to become an apprenticeship ambassador for the University and region. We will provide you with a welcoming and inclusive workplace, offering support and development opportunities that will enable you to progress and do your best work. We recognise diversity as our strength, vital for innovation and creativity, and we aspire to build a truly diverse community, which values and respects every individual’s unique contribution.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, Times to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Initiative,MS Excel, Outlook and Word,Willing to learn new skills,Adaptability,Social media skills....Read more...
Are you passionate about building a zero-incident culture while driving quality, sustainability and operational excellence? This is a senior, influential SHEQ leadership role where you’ll have real autonomy, a visible impact, and the opportunity to shape standards across a growing, multi-site business. If you thrive in a hands-on role where strategy meets delivery, this could be your next step.Key Details
Job Title: SHEQ Manager
Location: Huddersfield, with regular travel to sites across the UK and Ireland
Salary: Up to £55k
Hours: M-F (8.30am to 5pm)
The Role As SHEQ Manager, you will lead the Safety, Health, Environment and Quality function across several operational sites. Reporting into senior leadership, you’ll be responsible for ensuring full legal and regulatory compliance while embedding a proactive culture of continuous improvement.This is a broad and influential role, overseeing SHEQ alongside associated functions including transport compliance, facilities and local IT coordination. You’ll work closely with operational teams, external regulators and group stakeholders to ensure standards are not only met, but continually improved.Key Responsibilities of the SHEQ Manager
Lead and maintain SHEQ management systems in line with ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001
Ensure audit readiness by leading internal and external audits and compliance inspections
Act as the technical authority on health & safety, quality, environmental and sustainability matters
Provide practical, proactive guidance to operational teams on SHEQ legislation and best practice
Oversee risk assessments, safe systems of work, incident investigations and corrective actions
Coordinate SHEQ training, toolbox talks, audits and awareness programmes
Monitor, analyse and report on SHEQ KPIs, trends and performance metrics
Liaise with enforcing authorities and represent the business during inspections when required
Drive a positive safety and quality culture through visible leadership and continuous improvement
IT, Facilities and Compliance Oversight
Set priorities and service levels for local IT support and technical coordination
Maintain asset, licensing and endpoint security compliance
Support business continuity, data protection and local IT project delivery
Oversee transport and company vehicle compliance alongside facilities requirements
People Management
Lead, motivate and develop a multi-disciplinary SHEQ team
Set clear objectives, manage performance and support development planning
Work with HR on people processes including attendance, performance and succession planning
Build a resilient team culture aligned with business values
Skills & Experience Required Essential
Proven experience in a senior SHEQ Manager / leadership role, ideally within engineering, manufacturing or automotive environments
Strong working knowledge of UK SHEQ legislation and ISO management systems
NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent)
Confident communicator with the ability to influence at all levels
Proactive, hands-on approach with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Committed to driving a zero-incident, high-quality culture
Desirable
Lead Auditor qualification (ISO 9001 / 14001 / 45001)
Environmental or quality-focused certifications
Experience of Lean or Six Sigma methodologies
If you are a proactive SHEQ Manager who thrives on responsibility and making a real impact, then we would love to hear from you.Contact Sophie Ranson at E3 Recruitment for more information about the SHEQ Manager position.....Read more...