An amazing new job opportunity has arisen for a Care Team Leader to work in an exceptional retirement village based in the Chester area. You will be working for one of UK’s leading health care providers
This is a fantastic retirement village which provides the perfect blend of independence and community, offering the privacy and freedom of your own front door alongside the benefits of a friendly and welcoming environment
**To be considered for this position you must hold an NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care**
As the Care Team Leader your key duties include:
Lead, supervise and support care, wellbeing and administrative staff to deliver safe, effective and high-quality care
Provide engaging leadership in line with MHA policies, procedures and statutory requirements
Assist residents with personal care and provide health supervision and direct care when required
Ensure residents’ rights to dignity, privacy and choice are respected at all times
Support the Care Manager in fulfilling the duties of the Responsible Person, including record keeping and medicines management
Ensure care and support plans, risk assessments and reviews are in place and regularly updated
Oversee safe management of medicines, observations and competency assessments
Support the development and delivery of education, leisure and social activities that enhance residents’ quality of life
Undertake staff 1:1s, supervisions and appraisals, identifying training and development needs
Support recruitment, selection and induction of staff to promote continuity of care and reduce agency use
The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:
Experience working in a care-related setting
People management experience, including leading shifts or deputising for a manager
Medication administration experience
A good level of literacy and confidence using IT systems, including Microsoft products
Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills
Knowledge of dementia care and supporting older people with increased physical and emotional frailty
The ability to prioritise tasks, manage time effectively and work flexibly
The successful Care Team Leader will receive an excellent salary of £17.29 per hour. This exciting position is a Fixed Term role for 12 months working 32 hour a week. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:
28 days holiday (including bank holidays) and an option to buy annual leave (pro-rota for part time)
A strong pension scheme, life assurance and support with professional fees in relevant roles
Free DBS checks and uniforms for care and support colleagues
Confidential counselling, chaplaincy support and access to our hardship fund
Flexible options to buy or sell annual leave, plus family-friendly policies
Discounts through the Blue Light Card, Health Service Discounts and the Vivup app
A full induction, ongoing training, recognised qualifications and clear career progression
Long service awards to celebrate your contribution
Reference ID: 7284
To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV....Read more...
An amazing new job opportunity has arisen for a Care Team Leader to work in an exceptional retirement village based in the Chester area. You will be working for one of UK’s leading health care providers
This is a fantastic retirement village which provides the perfect blend of independence and community, offering the privacy and freedom of your own front door alongside the benefits of a friendly and welcoming environment
**To be considered for this position you must hold an NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care**
As the Care Team Leader your key duties include:
Lead, supervise and support care, wellbeing and administrative staff to deliver safe, effective and high-quality care
Provide engaging leadership in line with MHA policies, procedures and statutory requirements
Assist residents with personal care and provide health supervision and direct care when required
Ensure residents’ rights to dignity, privacy and choice are respected at all times
Support the Care Manager in fulfilling the duties of the Responsible Person, including record keeping and medicines management
Ensure care and support plans, risk assessments and reviews are in place and regularly updated
Oversee safe management of medicines, observations and competency assessments
Support the development and delivery of education, leisure and social activities that enhance residents’ quality of life
Undertake staff 1:1s, supervisions and appraisals, identifying training and development needs
Support recruitment, selection and induction of staff to promote continuity of care and reduce agency use
The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:
Experience working in a care-related setting
People management experience, including leading shifts or deputising for a manager
Medication administration experience
A good level of literacy and confidence using IT systems, including Microsoft products
Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills
Knowledge of dementia care and supporting older people with increased physical and emotional frailty
The ability to prioritise tasks, manage time effectively and work flexibly
The successful Care Team Leader will receive an excellent salary of £17.29 per hour. This exciting position is a Fixed Term role for 12 months working 32 hour a week. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:
28 days holiday (including bank holidays) and an option to buy annual leave (pro-rota for part time)
A strong pension scheme, life assurance and support with professional fees in relevant roles
Free DBS checks and uniforms for care and support colleagues
Confidential counselling, chaplaincy support and access to our hardship fund
Flexible options to buy or sell annual leave, plus family-friendly policies
Discounts through the Blue Light Card, Health Service Discounts and the Vivup app
A full induction, ongoing training, recognised qualifications and clear career progression
Long service awards to celebrate your contribution
Reference ID: 7284
To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV....Read more...
You will be fully trained to carry out the following responsibilities.
Learn general laboratory Management and Administration, including appropriate Health and Safety procedures to maintain a safe working environment
Comply with the quality standards, safe working practices, environment and risk management systems relevant to the workplace
Learn how to be responsible for the management of waste disposal generated in the laboratory
Learn how to be responsible for the routine maintenance and cleaning of laboratory equipment
Learn how to manage the laboratory consumables in the ‘Lab Shop’(budget management, stock control and re-charging)
Learn safe manual handling and safe use of gas cylinders and liquid nitrogen
Learn basic IT support, information security and data storage for biological sample management
Learn how to be responsible for the organising and distribution of incoming goods
Train as a first-aider
Assist in the management of biological sample storage
Carry out disinfection and cleaning of laboratory equipment
Assist in preparation of compounds and solutions for communal use
Help keep laboratory areas clean and tidy
Training:You will undertake a Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship with an Ofsted rated 'Outstanding' training provider, CSR Scientific Training, which will include:
Fully recognised apprenticeship qualification - Level 3 Laboratory Technician
On-the-job competency training
Theoretical knowledge - BTEC Level 4 HNC in Applied Biology
The majority of your learning will be completed online once a week with some face-to-face practical sessions/exams in Birmingham.
Upon successful completion, apprentices can apply for professional registration as a Registered Science Technician, RSciTech, with either the Institute of Physics, Royal Society of Chemistry or Royal Society of Biology.Training Outcome:Upon successful completion, there may be the opportunity to progress to a higher level apprenticeship.Employer Description:Welcome to the Nuffield Department of Women’s and Reproductive Health (NDWRH) – a pioneering centre of excellence in research, education, and clinical innovation since 1937.
As part of the Medical Sciences Division (MSD) at the University of Oxford, the largest of the University’s four academic divisions, we are proud to contribute to one of the world’s most vibrant biomedical and clinical research communities. MSD brings together more than 5,000 academics, researchers, NHS clinicians, general practitioners, and professional staff, alongside 1,500 graduate and 1,600 undergraduate students.
In 2026, we marked a major milestone with the National Perinatal Epidemiology Unit (NPEU) officially joining NDWRH. This strategic step strengthens Oxford’s leadership in women’s, maternal and reproductive health by uniting expertise across the full translational pathway.
Together, we continue to drive forward scientific understanding and innovation in women’s and reproductive health to improve lives across the world.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Keen interest in science....Read more...
We are looking for someone that enjoys working with people, building relationships and is passionate about providing excellent care to our patients.
As an apprentice dental nurse, your duties will include:
Working alongside the dentist, taking instruction from them and responding in an appropriate manner
Maintaining good infection control procedures and adhering to policies and protocols
Ensuring cleanliness of surgery, equipment and instruments used and carrying out general housekeeping duties
Dictate information from the dentist and record patient information correctly
Arrange appointments, answering calls and inputting data on the computer
Assist with administration tasks and ensure records are kept up to date and to maintain confidentiality at all times
Dental nurses interact daily with patients and therefore you must be able to make patients feel welcome and offer reassurance to anxious patients, endeavouring to make their experience as comfortable as possible.Training:Level 3 Dental Nurse apprenticeship standard, which includes:
A level 3 qualification which has been approved by the General
Dental Council as meeting the requirements for entry to the professional register as a dental nurse
Level 2 functional skills in maths and English (if required)
There will be limited sessions that will require college attendance at our Walsall Campus during the training period. All other sessions remain virtual on a once-weekly basis.
Full-time apprentices will typically spend 18-24 months on-programme working toward the occupational standard, with off-the-job training.
The focus is now on the outcome of an apprenticeship, and apprentices must demonstrate the knowledge, skills and behaviours that employers have identified they need.Training Outcome:Once qualified, you can register as a dental nurse with the General Dental Council. Progression routes are also available, and you can study further in dental related qualifications at Level 4:
Radiography
Oral Health education
Sedation
Employer Description:Here at Paul Lowe Dentistry in Solihull we believe that everyone should enjoy excellent oral health.
We want you to experience the remarkable benefits to health and well-being that first class dental care can deliver. We also want you to enjoy a welcoming environment which combines friendly, personal service with the professional expertise of a highly accomplished dental practice.
Our Practice, established in 1988, has always strived to be at the forefront of developments in dental care and our team is passionate about its work. We are first and foremost a family general dental practice providing high quality dental care and advice for those of all ages. We also offer a specialist service in oral surgery.
Our philosophy is based on striving to provide a first-class level of service and support – we value the personal touch. As dental patients ourselves, we treat you as we would expect to be treated ourselves!Working Hours :Practice operates
Monday 8am until 7pm,
Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 8am until 6pm and Thursdays 8am until 5pm. With the occasional Saturday 8am until 1pm.
Days and hours to be confirmed at interview stage.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Enthusiastic,Good Time Keeping....Read more...
To work with the Apprentice Team, learning the skills and gaining experience of the Construction Industry whilst studying towards completion of the Level 2 Apprenticeship.
What You’ll Deliver:
Working with a fully qualified and experienced Multi-Trader to:
Ensure the effective delivery of service in line with Axis Health and Safety policies and procedures
Ensure and undertake any recording of work and administration required by Axis standards and timescales
Report any Health and Safety issues and outstanding defects to your Supervisor, Contracts Manager, Health and Safety team and Apprentice Co-ordinator
Work as an integral team member with other apprentices, Axis operatives, clients, customers, and tenants
Attend Axis Induction, Health and Safety training, Toolbox talks and College Induction
Undertake multi-trade work to a safe, clean, and high-quality standard
Learn how to cost multi-trade area work with your Axis Mentor, identifying cost reduction methods
Ensure college course attendance is 100% and college absence communicated to your Line Manager and Apprentice Co-ordinator every time you fail to attend college
Ensure that you meet your operative on time daily
Communicate any absence from work as per your contractual terms and conditions
Communicate college requirements for completion of the Level 2 apprenticeship portfolio work with Axis Mentor, Apprentice Co-ordinator, and Contracts Manager
Ensure multi-trade work is delivered in a professional manner, in line with Axis Core Values and Equality standards
Always wear your PPE while working and follow Health & Safety instructions
Pass all college exams and projects in each year of college to ensure continued progression in your apprenticeship
Put together and maintain a tool kit so at the end of your apprenticeship, you have all the essential tools for your trade
Follow all company policies and procedures
Training:
Property Maintenance Operative Level 2
Learning will take place one day per week at college, the remainder of the week will be spent working alongside an experienced multi-trader
Training Outcome:There will be an opportunity for permanent work on successful completion.Employer Description:CLC are one of the UK’s leading property maintenance and refurbishment companies. Providing national coverage with local service, we are a trusted partner for your property assets.
CLC is part of the Axis CLC Group. Joining Axis CLC means being part of a national organisation that delivers essential services across housing, education, healthcare, defence and commercial property. You’ll be joining a team that values reliability, quality and social impact, offering long-term stability, meaningful work and genuine opportunities to grow and progress in your career.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, times may vary depending on the client contract.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Team working,Physical fitness....Read more...
Recruitment & Onboarding
Support the recruitment process by posting vacancies and managing applications
Schedule interviews and communicate professionally
Prepare offer letters, contracts of employment
Assist with onboarding activities and induction programmes for new starters
Maintain accurate recruitment records and documentation
Support pre-employment checks
HR Administration
Maintain employee records and HR systems
Ensure employee files remain compliant
Maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive employee information
HR Meetings & Governance
Organise HR meetings, prepare agendas
Attend meetings where required and take accurate, confidential minutes and action notes
Monitor actions arising from meetings and support follow-up activities
Assist with the preparation of reports and documentation for senior leaders
Employee Support
Act as a first point of contact for routine HR enquiries
Support employees with HR processes and procedures, escalating matters where appropriate
Assist with employee engagement initiatives
Help coordinate staff meetings, events and communications
Promote a positive and professional working environment
Learning & Development
Maintain training records and monitor completion rates
Assist with induction programmes for new employees
Support apprenticeship and staff development initiatives
Gain practical experience across all aspects of HR to support apprenticeship learning outcomes
Compliance & Policies
Assist with right to work checks and safer recruitment
Support policy reviews, updates and staff communications
Help ensure HR practices align with employment legislation, safeguarding requirements and Trust procedures
Maintain accurate records
Wider Business & Administrative Support
Provide administrative support to the wider office team
Assist the Senior Leadership Team
Support general office operations during busy periods
Contribute to the smooth day-to-day running of the Trust by providing high-quality administrative support across departments
Take ownership of allocated tasks and work independently, using initiative
Training Outcome:Potential progression into a permanent HR role within the business or further development opportunities within Human Resources, subject to performance and business needs.Employer Description:Inspire ATA is an official Flexi-Job Apprenticeship Agency, licenced by the Department for Education. Currently ranked 1st in the Rate My Apprenticeship Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers in the UK Award 2024-2025. Inspire ATA specialises in creating apprenticeship opportunities, where we recruit and employ the apprentice on behalf of our host clients, enabling us to offer additional support and a better experience for both the apprentice and the client as the experts in the industry. We arrange the most suitable and appropriate apprenticeship training from one of our partnered training providers. If you are successful in securing an apprenticeship with Inspire ATA, it is important to understand that Inspire ATA will be your employer and the apprenticeship placement will be a separate organisation that simply hosts you as an apprentice. As a Flexi-Job Apprenticeship Agency, Inspire ATA performs an important role in developing the UK labour market and it is our responsibility to ensure that talent is recognised, developed, and matched with business needs, whatever the background of the individual, irrespective of gender, race, disability, age, religion or belief, relationship orientation, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity and gender reassignment. We are proud of the diverse nature of our business and work with clients to ensure that all candidates are treated with courtesy and respect.
Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:00pm, including a 30 mins break.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Initiative,Willingness to support HR....Read more...
Project AdministratorLeedsPermanentFull time / Part-timeSalary: Up to Circa £26,500, dependent on experienceDeadline: 12th July 2026About this positionThe Administration team is the engine room in our organisation and our administrator roles are critical to our success. The entire team relies heavily on the Admin team and it is essential that the function works well, is responsive and efficient.As a Project Administrator you will work closely with our programme teams to ensure the smooth delivery of their programmes. You will have access to coaching and will work with many colleagues across our whole business.The key responsibilities of this role will include:Delivery Support
Providing support and assistance in the administration of projects.Communicating and liaising with businesses, schools, community, and public sector partners.Creating resources, paperwork, briefing packs and reports of project information.Editing and uploading digital/recorded resources and maintaining register of usage.Ordering equipment or resources needed for events.Manage process for storing and sharing photographs taken at events.Data input of the results of collected feedback into the database.Populating electronic feedback systems and consolidating results to produce feedback summaries for events.Creating and updating records across our IT systems including MS Dynamics CRM. – Ensuring all data input is entered accurately and within timescales.Booking hotels and transport for members of the team where required.Supporting team members prepare for events – including packing resources and preparing paperwork.On occasion, supporting with adaptation of written materials for events.On occasion, being a support member of staff at Ahead Partnership’s events.
General Team and Office support
Answering the phone; taking messages, transferring calls and supplying information as appropriate.Supporting with booking meetings and training for team and booking the team’s attendance at external events.Supporting with ensuring a tidy and safe office environment.General support to ensure smooth running of the office – e.g. managing the mail, etc.Handling petty cash and keeping basic financial records.
Other
Provide cover for other administrative posts within the organisation as required.Any other tasks as requested and commensurate with the post.
About youWe are looking for people who have a flexible, keen, can-do attitude. We can train you in the technical elements of the role, but it is often harder to train the right attitude. You will share our passion about our vision and mission and will be keen to play your part in ensuring our ongoing success.We are looking for the following skills and experience:Experience
IT systems – Experience of working on a computer and with Microsoft programmes in any setting.
SkillsHighly Organised
Have an organised, consistent and methodical approach and be a structured thinker.Have excellent attention to detail.Have strong time management skills, effectively prioritising your workload and handling multiple projects and tasks at once.
Creative Problem Solver
Take a proactive approach to solving problems and developing solutions.Have a positive attitude to flexibility and embracing change.Bright with initiative, always looking for solutions and ways to resolve challenges.
IT skills
Have good Microsoft Office skills.Accurate data entry skills.Be comfortable with computers and IT systems.Comfortable using social media platforms as a business communication channel.You will be a quick learner and be able to pick up new systems (and admin processes) easily.
Team Player
Be a positive team player who can work both in a team, and independently.Take part in coaching with other members of the team and learn from each other.
Confident and Effective Communicator
Strong, proactive and responsive communicator and able to adapt your communication style.Always proactive and clear with colleagues on status of admin requests e.g. progress, seeking clarification, potential delays, competing priorities etc.Excellent, professional manner – e.g. on the phone, on teams calls, in meetings etc.Have a careful and professional approach to all kinds of written or verbal communication.Good grasp of written (spelling and grammar) and spoken English.
Self-driven, calm and resilient
Able to self-manage workload and competing priorities from multiple colleagues simultaneously – ability to multi-task is key.Work under pressure.Take responsibility for your own professional development and drive this forward.
Education
GCSEs (or equivalent) – Maths and English
HousekeepingWorking hours – a standard full-time week is 37.5 hours, with flexible start and finish times.
We are also open to offering this role on a part time basis for the right candidateThe role is based in our Leeds City Centre Office.A DBS check will be required for this role.
We may well require some flexibility with your working hours, based on our programmes. We will always provide sufficient notice, to enable you to ensure your availability.Please note, this role can also be offered as an apprenticeship and we encourage anyone interested in an apprenticeship to apply. INDLSEquals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.....Read more...
To be responsible for undertaking a wide range of administrative duties and the provision of administrative support to the multidisciplinary team.
Duties can include but are not limited to:
Supporting the administration, secretarial and receptionist teams with booking appointments, processing of information (electronic and hard copy) in a timely manner and in accordance with current policies
Support staff with the distribution of information, messages and enquiries for the clinical team, liaising with multidisciplinary team members and external agencies such as secondary care and community service providers
Core Administrative Duties:
To deal with daily post in and post out
Make trips to the post office and Bank
Prepare Carer’s passports
Arrange patient’s on-line access
Be familiar with and proficient in communicating by e-mail
Monitor and action emails received on the generic email
Be proficient in the use of the photocopier, franking machine and other office equipment
Monitor invoices and prepare for payment. Send remittance advice after payments have been made
Monitor invoices folder and check if payments have been received
Update petty cash spreadsheet weekly for end of month submission
Obtain pathology and other test results when requested by a doctor or nurse
Scanning clinical letters, attaching to patients notes on computer, logging any diagnosis and distributing them to the appropriate doctor
Answer the phone and take down messages from external and internal calls and deal as appropriate
Prepare PPA for monthly submission
Logging cheques on the computer, filling the pay in slip and prepare for banking
Chasing patients’ hospital appointments and clinic letters
Inviting patients to planned clinics
Undertake other duties when staff on leave
Provide support to the Management team and Practice Manager
Role of Conduct:
Maintain patient confidentiality at all times
Maintain professional behaviour
Adhere to all Practice Protocols and Staff Handbook
Polite and respectful
Essential Training:
Basic Life Support training provided by the GP Surgery
All mandatory training
Education / Professional Development:
Participate with in-house staff annual appraisals
Participate in any mandatory or additional training
Participate in Practice Development Plan
Attend Practice Staff Meetings and contribute to Practice Development
Personnel:
To act at all times in the best interest of the surgery, staff and patients
To adhere to the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
To participate in DBS checks (Disclosure Barring Service)
Training:Apprentices will be required to attend college at least x1 day per week either at Uxbridge, Harrow or Hayes Campus completing necessary mandatory training and units associated with the apprenticeship.
The apprentice will be required to complete:
Work towards gaining a full Qualification
Employment Rights and Responsibilities
Skills, Knowledge, and Behaviours
Standard and End Point Assessment
Functional Skills in English, Maths, and ICT (if required)
Other training will be provided by the employer as required to enable the fulfilment of the job role.Training Outcome:Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship could lead to being offered a permanent position at the practice.Employer Description:Enderley Road Medical Centre is a GP Practice that has a registered population of 12,600 patients with 5 partners, 3 salaried GPs as well as an extensive clinical team supported by a large team of receptionists and administrators. The practice is also an established training practice and is part of the Healthsense Primary Care Network (PCN).Working Hours :Monday - Friday (Times to be confirmed).Skills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,IT skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Attention to detail,Non judgemental....Read more...
Providing general reception and clerical duties, including answering telephones, taking messages and responding to enquiries, photocopying, maintaining office systems, electronic and paper filing, checking identities, data entry, receiving and dispatching post and responding to ad hoc queries from a range of stakeholders as required.
Support with administrative functions covering operational aspects of the Trust such as data protection, health and safety, catering and governance as directed by the Chief Operating Officer.
Assisting with a range of HR tasks such as payroll processing and recording, contract management and staff correspondence.
Updating electronic personnel files, support administration for recruitment.
Managing data both manually and electronically, including the collecting and recording of data. Compiling and presenting the data in a reader-friendly way using various software
Undertaking word-processing and other IT-based tasks on systems including Microsoft 365 and Teams, Sims, Every and other relevant systems.
To be enthusiastic in developing your own expertise and skills to ensure all administrative systems in the Trust run effectively.
Exercising confidentiality and discretion at all times, having due regard to the Trust and school-based policies with respect to confidentiality of personal data.
Assisting with communication across the Trust, including newsletters and brochures.
Attendance at and participation in training and development activities and schemes of assessment, professional development and review.
Representing the Trust by attending meetings and liaising and communicating with colleagues in the Trust, the academies, parents/carers, outside agencies and other relevant bodies.
Providing support for the Chief Operating Officer, Chief Finance Officer, Directors and the schools within the Trust.
Carrying out any other duties appropriate to the grade of the post, which the Chief Operating Officer or Director of People and Resource Management may direct from time to time.
Training Outcome:Progression for the right candidate. Employer Description:Benedict Biscop C.E. Academy is a Church of England school within the Diocese of Durham and serves the Wearmouth (Sunderland) Deanery. The Academy was built in 1972 and opened as a Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School. It is an above average sized primary school with over 330 pupils on roll currently. We provide education for children from 3 to 11 years. The Academy’s standard admission number was changed for September 2021 to 45, following an extension of the school provision. Over the 6 years following the extension, our pupil numbers have increased by 15 pupils every year, to create a one and a half form entry school.
The school became an Academy in 2012, and a Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) – The Northern Lights Learning Trust in 2016. In 2021, we were awarded the lead school status in the Sunderland, South Tyneside and Gateshead Teaching School Hub [Northern Lights South Tyne and Wear Teaching School Hub]. We were also successfully recognised as one of the DFE Early Years Stronger Practice Hubs (Autumn 2022), highlighting our successful practice in Early Years provision.
Benedict Biscop CE Academy achieved an OUTSTANDING judgement in all areas in its recent Ofsted inspection [October 2024] and also an successful judgement for their last SIAMS inspection in April 2025. We hold several awards, recognising our excellence, including the Platinum Primary Science Quality Mark, Anti-bullying Platinum Charter Mark, Platinum Games Award, Design and Technology Mark, Rights Respecting Gold Award, both the Early Years Basic Skills Award and whole school Basic Skills Award, Gold Arts Mark and many more.
The Academy is designed in three blocks of teaching areas [Early Years, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2] separated by a central hall. As the increased PAN moves through the school, mixed age classes will be incorporated into the school structure.
The areas of the Academy are very closely linked and staff know all the children through daily contact. In mixed year groups, pupils are grouped by age to ensure a fair and consistent approach [as agreed in the Academy’s extension consultation process].
Each class has its own teacher who is responsible for general progress across the curriculum and for pastoral care.
The Academy has partnerships with a school in Harbin, China and through European Comenius Awards we have developed links with schools in France, Italy, Belgium, Spain, Greece, Turkey, Poland, Latvia, Lithuania and Bulgaria. This is developing global links and an understanding of our diverse culture.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, times to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Administrative skills,Team working....Read more...
To support pupils’ development and promote independence in a safe, secure, challenging environment employing strategies to recognise and reward achievement of self-reliance
To support the learning of individuals and groups of pupils as identified in the weekly curriculum planning and to act as a role model, setting high expectations
To focus on individual pupils to ensure their needs are being met within the group
To work with other staff to develop and implement the IEPs for pupils
To encourage pupils to interact and work co-operatively with others
To observe, record and support the development and progress of pupils to identify individual needs and difficulties and to feed back to pupils in relation to their progress and achievement
To promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils within the classroom
To meet the physical/medical needs of the pupil according to a pupil’s individual care plan whilst encouraging independence wherever possible. Medical needs include the administration of medicines by mouth or other medical procedures provided appropriate training has been given by an appropriate person
To participate in pupils' play and extend and stimulate language through conversation
Teaching Assistants work across all age ranges encompassing special educational needs and emotional vulnerabilities
The primary role of the Teaching Assistant is to support the class teacher to enhance pupils’ learning either in groups or individually, ensuring pupils understand the work set, know their learning objectives and stay on task in order to make progress
Promoting self-belief, social inclusion and a high self-esteem play an integral part to pupils’ well-being; ensuring pupils thrive in a positive, nurturing, safe environment
Skills Required:
Experience of leading groups of children (school, scouting etc).
Flexibility, trust, professional conduct, confidentiality and being respectful
Understand how to communicate with teachers to provide clarity and consistency of role within lessons
Be enthusiastic and open to new ideas
Work collaboratively and constructively with the whole school team
Engage professionally as appropriate with outside professionals
Recognise different stages of child development through school, e.g. transition between key stages
Understand the need to accurately observe, record and report on pupil’s participation, conceptual understanding and progress to improve practice and assessment for different groups of pupils
Understand the school’s assessment procedures for benchmarking against targets set by the class teacher.
Understand the importance of sharing relevant information, in a timely manner with the designated Safeguarding lead. Understand the importance of first aid procedures, recording/reporting incidents and a broad knowledge of Health & Safety Policy
Training:Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Standard:
Preparation for End Point Assessment
Work-based and tutor-supported online training
https://skillsengland.education.gov.uk/apprenticeships/st0454-v1-1
English and maths functional skills at Level 2 if required
Training Outcome:
Potential permanent employment depending on school needs upon completion
Employer Description:Oaklands School is a Good school ( July 2023 report ) with results which are at or above national averages. We are a two form entry primary school situated in Walderslade.
The school is set in extensive grounds and is well resourced, including our own swimming pool offering swimming from Year R through to Year 6, a Forest School, our very own training kitchen, Art Room, Science Lab, Running Track other superb opportunities for outside learning. We are a very inclusive school community and have our own sensory room and pathways.
We offer wrap around care including breakfast and after school facilities to support working families. At Oaklands there is a very strong sense of being a team with dedicated staff whose aim is to offer our children a first class education. Our Forest school is key to this aim and has been critical to the development of our children as resilient and confident learners.
At Oaklands we understand the importance of strong staff well being. we offer a wide range of support to ensure staff have a positive work life balance. Please do ask about these on your school visit as we are constantly adding to our offer.
At Oaklands we are committed to safeguarding and so there will be a range of checks which we will carry out with you including taking two professional references before interview; requesting a self-disclosure criminal record history and then several pre-employment checks for the successful candidate.
We value staff well being and offer a wellbeing day every year, termly well being drop ins and many staff activities. We are a strong team and look forward to welcoming a new member.
We are part of the Westbrook Trust and enjoy the support and freedoms of being in a family of supportive schools who all share common values and ethos.Working Hours :Monday- Friday, 08.30- 15.30.
Term time only.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Administrative skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Flexible,Trustworthy,Professional conduct,Confidentiality and respect,Enthusiastic,Open to new ideas....Read more...
