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Vacancy Bulletin (Blue Sheets)

Issue No: 5

7 February 2020

You can view these vacancies, and more, online at:

dasjobs.co.uk

http://dasjobs.co.uk/

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Latest time for acceptance of advertisements is Tuesday 10am for the Friday bulletin.

UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED, details and application forms FOR ALL POSTS,

excluding those marked INTERNAL can be found on dasjobs.co.uk

Only SCC employees may apply for posts marked INTERNAL in the first instance. Internally advertised vacancies can be viewed on the SCC intranet: dasjobs.co.uk/internal

ALL POSTS MARKED WITH * REQUIRE A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK VIA THE DISCLOSURE PROCEDURE

"Somerset County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people"

All applicants, including current employees, should complete and return the

Recruitment Monitoring Form, which is attached to the Application Form.

Thank you for your cooperation

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER Applications for all vacancies are particularly welcome from people with disabilities. Further

details and application forms are also available on request in braille, large print, tape and disc.

JOB SHARING

Somerset County Council, as an equal opportunities employer, wishes to promote job-sharing arrangements in any full-time

post where the Manager and Chief Officer consider that such an arrangement would be a viable proposition. If you are

interested in making an application on a job-sharing basis for any full-time post advertised in this bulletin, you should contact

the appropriate Manager in the first instance to see whether such an application would be accepted.

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Somerset County Council is proud to offer an environment that is supportive and rewarding, working as part of

a team who are passionate about the work they do. We offer great training and development opportunities,

with supportive management. We offer an excellent benefits package to all of our employees including:

• A Local Government Pension Scheme.

• Discounted lease car via salary sacrifice scheme and options for discounts on petrol or diesel.

• My Staff Shop offering discounts in shops, online shopping, restaurants, cinema tickets, insurance

benefits and so forth.

• A Flexible Benefits Scheme via salary sacrifice to obtain a cycle for work, childcare vouchers,

additional annual leave, computers, mobile phones and health screening.

• Generous annual leave and flexible working arrangements.

• Staff discounts in gyms.

• Employee Assistance and support offering a variety of employee wellbeing services to support a

healthy work/life balance and lifestyle.

• Optional pension enhancement through our Additional Voluntary Contribution scheme.

Somerset County Council is subject to Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak

fluent English will be an essential requirement for customer-facing roles.

Please note for SCC roles:

If an internal applicant who is at risk of redundancy or in need of redeployment has applied and passed the

selection process they will be offered the role over remaining internal and external applicants.

If you are applying for a secondment please ensure you discuss this with your Line Manager first and obtain

their approval.

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*MENTAL HEALTH SOCIAL WORKER

Salary: £29,636 to £33,799 per annum

Location: Somerset

Working Pattern: Full Time

Closing Date: 11-Feb-2020

About us

We're looking for Mental Health Social Workers to join us in one of our locality teams.

Mental Health Social Care is delivered by small but dedicated and enthusiastic teams based in locations

around Somerset. Your work base will be within a locality mental health social work office which is co-

located with community mental health teams and home treatment teams.

The service works with adults with no upper age limit and young people transitioning to adult services.

About the job

This role is fast paced and based within the community working with people with complex mental

health needs. This opportunity is suitable to start or develop your career in a mental health setting, with

the potential to train as an Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP).

You will need to use all your social care skills to engage with people in creative ways, to find out what

matters to individuals and to promote their recovery and independence.

We work to support people to live in the community following hospital admission. Working with families

and local communities is central to our approach as we know this achieves the best outcomes for people.

Access to transport is essential due to Somerset being a rural county.

About you

We're looking for qualified Social Workers who are dedicated to making a difference in people's lives.

Strong social care values, flexibility, a ‘can do’ approach and high standards will be essential for these

roles, as will be the ability to robustly advocate for people’s human rights.

In essence, we are looking for people who are passionate about doing the right thing.

To find out more about these posts or to arrange a visit, please contact the following:

Teri McDonald at [email protected] or

Kate Cleary at [email protected]

On telephone number 01278 720220

Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-vacancies/job-details/?jobId=1359

Ref: SCC01102KF

*ADULT SOCIAL WORKER

Salary: £29,636 to £33,799 per annum

Location: Somerset



About us

We have vacancies in the following teams:

Community Teams - Taunton, Mendip, South Somerset, and Sedgemoor and West Somerset.

Transitions Team - County wide but based in Taunton

Why Join Somerset County Council?

It’s an exciting time to be a Social Worker in Somerset. We’re transforming our service to create better

support for everyone. We’re focusing on promoting independence, so that people can live the life they

want to live.

To make this possible, we’re putting people at the heart of everything we do. We will support you to

support them. If you work for us, we will give you the freedom to be innovative, to influence change,

and to really touch people’s lives. You can Do It Your Way.

mailto:[email protected]


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About the job

If you are looking for a new role to get your teeth in to that is exciting, fast paced and will springboard

your career, join us in Somerset.

We currently have vacancies in a number of different teams in locations across Somerset, including:

Locality – working with people and families to help them stay independent for longer in local

communities. You will develop great knowledge of your local area, work in partnership with local agencies

and provide helpful advice and creative solutions to people at local drop-ins and in assessments.

Transitions - working with young people, their families and education partners. You will be enabling

young people to move into an independent life following their education promoting the four strands of

Preparing for Adulthood.

Safeguarding – working with people and families to investigate safeguarding issues. You will provide

support and advice to families and analyse safeguarding concerns.

You will provide really useful information and advice to people and their families. You will have

conversations with people to identify what they are worried about or what they want to achieve, what

support they already have and what they need. You will advise them on the best local services and

solutions to suit the person’s needs. It is your role to encourage people to be independent, to help

them grow their confidence and make the most of the support available in their local community.

About you

We are looking for qualified (HCPC registered) Social Workers who are unafraid to do things differently.

You will be forward thinking and full of new ideas about how we can improve lives.

As a Social Worker in Somerset you will be innovative, creative and solution focused to support people

to be independent. You will have Social Care experience and you will be passionate about advocating

for others.

You will influence the development of the adult social care service, you will bring your ideas to the table

and you will be encouraged to make improvements to ways of working.

If you are interested in finding out more about this exciting opportunity, before applying, please get in

touch with Chris Denovan on 07977401815 or via email [email protected].


Ref: SCC01111KF

*OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

Salary: £29,636 to £33,799 pa

Location: Somerset



About us

We currently have vacancies in our Taunton, Sedgemoor, Yeovil and Shepton Mallet teams.

Why Join Somerset County Council?

It’s an exciting time to be an Occupational Therapist in Somerset. We’re transforming our service to

create better support for everyone. We’re focusing on promoting independence, so that people can live

the life they want to live.

To make this possible, we’re putting people at the heart of everything we do. We will support you to

support them. If you work for us, we will give you the freedom to be innovative, to influence change,

and to really touch people’s lives. You can Do It Your Way.

About the job

We are currently looking for Occupational Therapists to fill the following exciting posts:

Housing – working closely with our housing providers and district councils you will support people to

access Housing Options which will improve their health and wellbeing and maximise their

independence. You will have a good knowledge of complex adaptations and the Disabled Facility grant

process. Supporting people through relocation, advising on new build developments, working on



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assistive technology solutions for supported living, influencing changes in policy and practice – the role

is varied and challenging and requires an Occupational Therapist with drive and passion.

Health Interface Service – working as part of the multi-disciplinary team based in The Bungalow with

integrated discharge team at Musgrove Park Hospital, you will work with people and their families

discharged from the hospital on a reablement/discharge to assess pathway back to their own home.

Getting people out of hospital and assessed in their own homes instead of on a hospital ward provides

a much better understanding of their abilities and needs. You will be responsible for devising

reablement plans to maximise their independence, setting personalised goals with them, and for the

reablement providers to work on. You will advise on creative solutions and utilise assistive technology

to help people return and remain at home. You will work closely with community and voluntary

organisations, as well as health and social care professionals to provide better outcomes for people.

Community Occupational Therapist - As a strong team player you will be dedicated to supporting

people at home to maximise their independence and live fulfilling lives. Working in the local community

team alongside social care workers you will find creative solutions for a range of client groups. We have

a formal programme of induction and CPD get you up and running in your new post, with ongoing

support from a dedicated Learning & development team. We are constantly looking at new ways of

working and there are exciting opportunities for those who wish to embrace the challenge!

About you

We are looking for qualified (HCPC registered) Occupational Therapists who are unafraid to do things

differently. You will be forward thinking and full of new ideas about how we can improve lives.

As an Occupational Therapists in Somerset you will be innovative, creative and solution focused to

support people to be independent. You will have Social Care experience and you will be passionate

about advocating for others.

You will influence the development of the adult social care service, you will bring your ideas to the table

and you will be encouraged to make improvements to ways of working. We want you to invest in this

journey as much as we will invest in you.

If you are interested in finding out more about these exciting opportunities, please get in touch as

below:

Housing and Community Team - Paulette Baker, Principal Occupational Therapist on 07976693739

Health interface Service - Rachel Dinning, Locality Manager Health Interface Service on 07977 410726


Ref: SCC01110KF

FINANCE SUPPORT ASSISTANT

Salary: £18,065 - £18,426 per annum

Location: Taunton



About us

We have an exciting opportunity to appoint a Finance Support Assistant, who will provide specialist

high standard business support in the newly created central Children's Transactional Finance team.

About the job

As Finance Support Assistant, you will work across Children's Services, providing advice, guidance and

support for all financial transactional functions. You will be working within a small team, ensuring

compliance with the financial processes, supporting colleagues, external providers, schools, and partner

agencies.

About you

There is a high turnover of data input work, therefore we're looking for a Finance Support Assistant with

a range of skills. You will have good communication, organisation, and time management skills.

Essentially, we want someone tenacious, with a keen attention to detail and accuracy.


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For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact Andrea Matthews, Business Manager.

Tel: 07970 108154


Ref: SCC01100KF

*FAMILY TIME SUPPORT WORKER

Salary: £19,171 to £21,166 pa

Location: Bridgwater



About us

We are Somerset County Council's Children's Social Care Family Time Team.

The Family Time Team is changing and due to the development of our Service countywide, we are looking

to recruit a full time Family Time Support Worker into our team based at Victoria Park, Bridgwater.

About the job

You will work as part of small teams, coordinating and supervising positive time between children who

are looked after and their families. This is an exciting opportunity to work directly with families in

Children’s Social Care to make a positive difference for children.

To ensure that parents are able to see their children at a time that best meets the child’s needs, we have

recognised that we need to be as flexible as possible to provide a service outside of normal working

hours and when required on Saturdays.

We offer a full induction, regular supervision and ongoing development and training.

About you

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate the skills to make positive non-judgemental

relationships with families, a working understanding of child development and the ability to communicate

with adults and children and on occasion manage distress and ensure a positive and safe environment.

As the role involves supervising contact for Children Looked After with their family and friends. You will

need:

• Some experience of working with children, young people & families, preferably to Level 3

Diploma in Children and Young People’s Workforce, or a willingness to work towards this.

• An understanding of the skills required to engage with children, young people and families.

• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail and a broad range of IT skills with a minimum

of GCSE Grade C (or equivalent) in Maths and English.

• Use of a car and a full driving licence are essential as there is an expectation to drive children

and their families as part of the role.

For further information about this role, please contact Julie Stevens on 07890582759 or via email

[email protected].


Ref: SCC01096SR

*SUPPORT WORKER

Salary: £19,171 to £21,166 pa

You will be paid an extra £1.62 for each hour worked on Saturday and Sunday and £36.08 will be paid

for each sleep-in.

Location: Wellington and Curry Rivel (Various hours are available)



About us

As part of Children’s Social Care in Somerset our Residential Short Break service focuses on promoting

independence, social inclusion, choice and individual support to children and young people with




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learning disabilities and complex needs. One post is based in our Beechtrees home, in Wellington, one

at The Elms, Curry Rivel.

About the job

This a very important and rewarding role. You will be working with children and young people in our

home and be involved in supporting them in all aspects of their life, including providing personal care,

emotional support and assistance with routine tasks.

About you

We need people who are motivated, enthusiastic and flexible, with experience in caring services and

able to plan and manage shifts:

You will enjoy working with a variety of people and understand the importance of communicating with

others and promoting rights and choices.

You will either hold a Level 3 Diploma in Caring for Children and Young People or be ready to work

towards this.

You will need the ability to work flexibly on a rota basis which includes evenings, some weekends and

sleep-ins.

Ideally you will have the ability and willingness to drive a vehicle, possibly as mini bus.

If you think that you have these qualities and are interested in joining our team, we would love to hear

from you.

If you would like to discuss this opportunity please call (Wellington) Steve Kennedy, Registered

Manager on 01823 664511 (Curry Rivel) Tammie Rose, Registered Manager on 01458 251207.

If you are selected for interview, you will be required to arrange a pre-interview visit to the home.


Ref: SCC01104SR

Interviews are likely to be held week commencing 2nd March 2020.


Ref: SCC01109SR

Support Worker – Relief, Wellington - £9.55 per hour


Ref: SCC01106SR

*NIGHT SUPPORT WORKER

Location: Beech Trees, Wellington

Salary: £18,426 to £19,171 pro rata

Working Pattern: Part Time Various hours available.

Location: The Elms, Curry Rivel

Salary: £10,956 to £11,398 pa

Working Pattern: Part Time This is a 22 hour per week opportunity (over 2 nights)


You will be paid a one third night enhancement and an additional £1.62 for each hour worked on a

Saturday and Sunday.

About us

We are looking for committed, enthusiastic people to work at our home supporting children with

disabilities and their families.

Our aim is to give them a fun and stimulating home from home experience whilst giving their families a

break from caring. Everybody’s needs are different – all children have a learning disability with profound

physical disabilities and complex medical health needs.

About the job

As a Waking Night Support Worker, you will provide nightly care delivery and support to individual

young people in accordance with their individual support plans, whilst following Service policies,

procedures and Health & Safety regulations.




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About you

You will already have some knowledge and understanding of residential work or some experience of

working with children. However, we offer excellent training, Diploma for the Children & Young Peoples

Workforce (QCF) Level 3, support, induction and additional training for specific medical procedures.

If you think that you have these qualities and are interested in joining our team, we would love to hear

from you.

If you are selected for interview you will be required to arrange a pre-interview visit to the home.

Wellington:

To discuss the role further please contact Steve Kennedy, Registered Manager on 01823 664511.


Ref: SCC01107SR

Night Support Worker – Relief - £9.55 per hour


Ref: SCC01105/SR

Curry Rivel:

To discuss the role further please contact Tammie Rose, Registered Manager on 01458 251207.

Interviews are likely to be held week commencing 2 March 2020.


Ref: SCC01108SR

Parkfield Primary School, Parkfield Road, Taunton TA1 4RT

Tel: 01823 282125 http://www.parkfieldschool.co.uk/

HIGHER LEVEL TEACHING ASSISTANT (HLTA) Required

Salary will be dependent on experience and qualifications and be in the following range:

Scale 13 (£19,554-£21,166) or Scale 12 (£21,589-£24,799) pro rata

30 hours per week, term time only (including INSET days)

Start date: as soon as possible

We are seeking to appoint a talented Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to support and to cover

classes throughout our school.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a strong and supportive team of staff, and work within a school

which is committed to providing the best possible learning opportunities for all its children and staff.

The post will involve:

• Providing cover for teacher absence, PPA time and any other necessary release time from class

• Working alongside teachers on the planning, delivery, marking and assessment of work covered

during release time

• Differentiating the curriculum to meet the needs of all children

• Planning and leading interventions

We are looking for a new team member who:

• Meets the Higher Level Teaching Assistant standards or has an equivalent qualification

• Has experience of teaching and supporting whole classes within EYFS, KS1 and KS2

• Has a diverse set of skills which will enable them to work throughout the school - in the

classroom, dining hall and playground, and on external trips and activities

• Is passionate about teaching and learning

• Is able to work creatively, and is an innovative and reflective practitioner who is keen to learn

• Is positive, with a ‘can do’ attitude and is flexible

At Parkfield Primary you will find

• Happy, enthusiastic, well-motivated children, who are a joy to teach

• A welcoming and friendly school with an enthusiastic and supportive team, working together to

ensure children are always put first, and at the centre of all policy, practise and decision making




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• High expectations for all members of the school community

• Well-resourced classrooms and school setting.

• Continued professional development

Visits to our school are warmly welcomed - please contact Mary Scott, School Business Manager to

arrange to see our school in action.

If you would like to be part of our successful and thriving community, and can make an outstanding

contribution to our school, we would like to hear from you.

We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good

level of response. Therefore, we would recommend that you submit your application as early as possible.

We are unable to accept or consider CVs. Applications must be submitted on the application form.

Parkfield Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and

young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any successful applicant

will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure check by the Disclosure Barring Service (DBS)

Closing date: 25th February 2020 Interviews: 2nd March 2020

Please apply by using a SCC application form. An application form and job description can be

downloaded from http://dasjobs.co.uk/job/higher-leaning-teaching-assistant-hlta/.

Neroche Community Primary School

Required from 20th April 2020

HLTA - Permanent

15 hours HLTA paid at Grade 12 point 12-19 and

18.75 hours TA paid at Grade 14 point 4-6

Required from April 2020, we are excited to seek a highly motivated and dynamic HLTA for our EYFS

and Key Stage 1 Classes. (The TA hours will be based in Year 2 but the HLTA hours and duties will

include working in other classes and covering first aid duties).

Our children are highly motivated learners who flourish when provided with an imaginative and rich

curriculum. Our results in National Testing in the EYFS, Year 1 Phonics and Key Stage 1 SATs are above

the National and Somerset averages.

We are seeking a child centred, inspirational team player who can bring their own skills to add to our

staff team. We believe we offer a uniquely enjoyable, supportive and professional environment for all of

our staff. Our school is a close knit and highly effective team, if you feel you could add to our child

centred ethos then we really look forward to hearing from you.

This post is only suitable for candidates holding the HLTA Qualification (or equivalent) with current

experience of working with Key Stage 1 children.

Visits to our school are most welcome and recommended, please telephone 01460 52664 to book an

appointment with the Headteacher, Mrs Alison Collins.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and

expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A DBS check is required for this post

alongside other statutory checks in line with our rigorous, Safer Recruitment procedures.

Closing date and time; Wednesday 19th February 2020, 12 midday.

Interviews will be held on Thursday 27th February 2020.

Please email [email protected] for an application form and more details

Neroche Community Primary School, Broadway, Somerset, TA19 9RG

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Ilchester Community Primary School, Somerton Road, Ilchester, Yeovil, Somerset BA22 8JL

Tel: 01935 840568 [email protected] www.ilchestercommunityprimary.co.uk

Making Learning Irresistible for all

We are excited to be expanding our wonderful, talented team of Learning Support Assistants.

We are recruiting to the following posts:

EYFS TEACHING ASSISTANT: Permanent contract

Grade 15: £9.36- £9.55

25 hours a week

To start as soon as is practical

HIGHER LEVEL TEACHING ASSISTANT: Permanent Contract

HLTA Grade 12: £11.19- £12.85

25 hours a week to include allowance for planning time


Closing Date: Wednesday 12th February Interviews: Friday 14th February

Please contact Mr Nick Heath (Headteacher) for an informal discussion about opportunities to join our

happy team. Visits to our school are always warmly welcome

We are excited to be expanding our wonderful, talented team of SEN Learning Support Assistants.

We are looking for a Special Educational Needs Assistant to join our team.

SEN LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT

Grade 14: £9.55- £9.93

16 hours 15 mins per week


Closing Date: Monday 24th February Interviews: Thursday 27th February

Please contact Mrs Becky Jones (Inclusion Leader) for an informal discussion about opportunities to join

our happy team. Visits to our school are always warmly welcome.

Our children are seeking enthusiastic and energetic support staff who are committed to helping every

unique child in our school succeed and who live the school values:

Kindness

Belief

Equity

Curiosity

Bravery.

Have you got what it takes to work with our teachers to make learning irresistible?

Ilchester Community Primary School is committed to equal opportunities and safer recruitment

practice. Pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any post is confirmed. The school is

committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff

to share in this commitment.

Martock Church of England VA Primary School, Elmleigh Road, Martock, TA12 6EF

Tel: 01935 823486 [email protected] Website: www.martock.somerset.sch.uk

The Governing Body wish to appoint a CARETAKER

• Total 22 hours 30 mins per week

• Monday – Friday 7.30am-9.15am and 3.30pm – 6.15pm during term time

• Some additional paid hours during the school holidays

• Required as soon as possible

• Permanent contract

• The post is paid at Grade 14 (£9.55 - £9.93 per hour)


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The caretaker needs to be

• Honest, hard-working, flexible, friendly and helpful

• Keen to work in a school environment

• Available to be ‘on call’ for emergencies during out of school hours

• Able to manage evening ‘lettings’ (2 hours each, approximately 14 per year)

• Able to complete minor repairs and improvements to the site and building

For further information about the post please refer to the Job Description and the Person

Specification on the school website.

Please apply by application form (available from the school website or school office).

Closing date: 9.00am Monday 10th February 2020. Interview date: Thursday 13th February 2020

Martock Church of England Primary School is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and

expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced CRB check will be required.

Martock Church of England Primary School is committed to Equal Opportunities

Merriott First School Haselbury Plucknett Church of England First School

Church Street, Merriott North Street, Haselbury Plucknett

Somerset TA16 5PT Somerset TA18 7RQ

Telephone: 01460 72547 Telephone: 01460 72833

[email protected] [email protected]

SCHOOL ADMINISTRATOR

Grade 14 Point 4: £9.36 per hour

21 hours a week negotiable over 5 days (40 weeks a year including Inset days & 5 days non term

time)

Required: as soon as possible

The Executive Headteacher & Governors of the Merriott and Haselbury Plucknett First Schools

Federation are looking for an enthusiastic, well organised School Administrator. This role will be based

primarily at Merriott First School but some working each week may be required at Haselbury Plucknett

First School.

The successful applicant will:

• Be well organised and have very good communication skills

• Be innovative, creative and open to new ideas

• Have excellent ICT skills and ideally, but not essential, a good knowledge of school based

systems e.g. SIMS

• Have the ability to use tact and confidentiality when dealing with all members of the school

community

• Be a welcoming presence as the first point of contact between the school and community

• Be able to prioritise even when working under pressure

• Be able to support the Office Manager with some financial tasks

We can offer you a friendly and supportive team across the Federation

Merriott and Haselbury Plucknett First Schools Federation places high importance on Safeguarding and

Child Protection and the post requires a criminal background check via the disclosure procedure. All

references will be verified.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. Please telephone 01460 72547 to arrange a

visit or discuss the role further.

Closing Date: Thursday 13th February 2020, 12 noon

Interview date: Friday 28th February 2020

Email applications: FAO Executive Headteacher; [email protected]

Apply at: http://dasjobs.co.uk/job/school-administrator-15/




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Long Sutton C of E V A Primary School,

Martock Road, Long Sutton, Langport, Somerset TA10 9NT

Telephone 01458 241434 Email: [email protected]

Website: www.longsuttonprimaryschool.co.uk Age range 4-11 NOR 92

1:1 SEN TEACHING ASSISTANT 17.5 hrs per week (mornings)

Salary SPC Grade 15

We require for the summer term or asap, an experienced learning support assistant to join our

committed team, working with a child with additional needs. The role will involve supporting a Year 2

pupil to help engage them with the class learning and integration within the class as well as their

individual learning targets.

Experience, qualifications and knowledge of autism would be an advantage. The continuation of

employment for this post is temporary until end of August 2020.

Long Sutton C of E VA Primary School is fully committed to a process of safer recruitment in order to

safeguard the children in our care.

For further information on the position, please contact Lizzie Reynolds, Head Teacher at the school.

A job description and application forms are available from the school office.

Closing date: Wednesday 26th February 2020. Interview date: w/b 2nd March 2020

Heathfield Community School, School Road, Monkton Heathfield, Taunton TA2 8PD

Telephone: (01823) 412396 Fax: (01823) 413119

Email: [email protected] www.heathfieldcommunityschool.com

Age range: 11-19, NOR: 1327

COVER SUPERVISOR

Salary Grade 12, Point 12 (Actual salary: £13,720)

We are looking for a full-time permanent member of staff, 27½ hours per week (term time + 3 days).

Heathfield is an oversubscribed, mixed 11-19 community comprehensive school which prides itself on

providing an excellent education within a happy and supportive environment. We have been identified

by Ofsted as an Outstanding School in all areas.

“The successes of this outstanding school are founded upon a school-wide focus on nurturing and

enhancing the learning, achievements and well-being of every individual student.” - Ofsted 2015

We are in need of an enthusiastic Cover Supervisor who will:

• Have some knowledge/experience of working in a secondary school classroom environment.

• Supervise a class of students ensuring the completion of work set by the class teacher.

• Will be an excellent team player.

• Will have a resilient nature and a genuine passion to support student’s learning and

development, to engage and motivate and have a resourceful approach.

• Will consistently follow the school policies and hold a presence in the classroom in order to

successfully manage student’s behaviour.

• Has an awareness of all relevant health and safety issues.

This post may also be of interest and provide valuable experience either for Graduates who are thinking

of a teaching career and for Graduates who have recently qualified.

For further information please contact Sarah Ousley or download an application form

and further details from our school website www.heathfieldcommunityschool.com

Closing date: Wednesday 12 February 2020 at 12 noon

The post is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS and 2 references.


http://www.longsuttonprimaryschool.co.uk/


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YEAR HEAD ADMINISTRATOR

32½ hours pw Mon-Fri, 8.30am-3.30pm with 30 min lunch, term time + 1 week (inc 3 Inset Days)

Grade 15, scale point 3-4, Actual starting salary £13,470.

A new opportunity to provide administrative assistance to Year Heads including general typing,

booking meetings, production of documents/letters/spreadsheets, dealing with emails, telephone,

photocopying, dealing with parents and students etc.

Some experience in an administrative role is vital, ideally, with some experience in a school or within the

education sector. This post is subject to a full enhanced DBS clearance, 2 references and a 6 month

probationary period

Heathfield is an oversubscribed, growing mixed 11-19 community comprehensive school which prides

itself on providing an excellent education within a happy and supportive environment.

“High expectations, a relentless drive to improve teaching and learning and a deep conviction that

every student matters lie at the heart of the school” – Ofsted 2015

For further information please contact Nicky Foster or download an application form and further

details from our school website ([email protected]).

Closing date: Friday 21 February 2020

Fairmead Community Special School, Mudford Road, Yeovil, Somerset. BA21 4NZ

‘This is a Good School’ – Ofsted February 2018

About the school

Fairmead Community Special School transforms the lives of pupils aged between 4-19 years with

additional learning needs (MLD and ASD). The school works in partnership with parents/carers and

other stakeholders to develop our pupils in becoming positive individuals who make a valuable

contribution to their community.

LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT (LSA)

(34.50 Hours per week – Term Time only – 39 weeks) Grade 15-14 (£18,065 – £19,171 pro rata)

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding Learning Support practitioner who is a compassionate,

dynamic and resourceful individual to join our dedicated and hardworking team of skilful support staff

to work across the whole school. An essential element to this role would be experience in supporting

young people with Autism and moderate learning needs.

To obtain an application pack please view http://www.fairmeadschool.co.uk/vacancies or contact

[email protected]

Prospective candidates are warmly invited to visit our school; this can be arranged by contacting

[email protected]

Closing/Shortlisting Date: Friday, 14th February Interviews: Wednesday, 26th February

All safeguarding and vetting procedures will be rigorously adhered to including enhanced DBS check.

Minerva Primary School, Outer Circle, Taunton Somerset TA1 2BU

Tel: 01823 337051 Email: [email protected]

Website: www.minervaprimaryschool.co.uk

TEACHING ASSISTANT

Hours: 32.5 hours per week

Grade: 15.4 £9.55 per hour

Start Date: March 2020 (exact date to be agreed) End date: 31 December 2020

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, compassionate and friendly team member as a Teaching

Assistant. This role will also involve helping with Breakfast Club and lunchtime supervision on some

days.


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We are looking for:

• a dedicated, hard-working learning support assistant who is able to raise and sustain high

standards;

• excellent interpersonal skills with pupils, staff and parents;

• the ability to enthuse and inspire children;

• a strong team player who is able to share excellent practice and learn from others.

Some experience of supporting children with social and emotional needs would be an advantage.

Closing Date: Thursday 13 February Interview Date: w/c Monday 24 February

To download job details and an application form, please visit the Trust website on

http://www.theredstartlearningpartnership.co.uk/172/current-vacancies.

For further information about Minerva Primary School, please visit the school website at

http://www.minervaprimaryschool.co.uk. Visits to the School are warmly welcomed and can be arranged

by contacting the school at the address above.

Completed application forms to be returned to: - [email protected]

Please note: Applications by CV or incomplete forms will not be considered.

TRLP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and expects all staff to

share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring

Service check.

Woolavington Village Primary School

Higher Road, Woolavington,

Bridgwater, Somerset TA7 8EA

Telephone: 01278 683267. Email: [email protected]

Website: www.woolavingtonvillageprimaryschool.co.uk

Learning, Believing, Achieving

The Clevedon Learning Trust (CLT) was launched on 1st January 2015. The CLT is currently formed in two geographical areas, Clevedon and Bridgwater. The CLT brings with it a new, innovative and student

focussed approach to education within local communities. The CLT will provide high quality education

and experiences for children and families. We will achieve this through our formal school partnership,

using the most effective teaching and learning strategies, the best resources and facilities and the

clearest progression routes for our children from the age of 0 to 18.

Woolavington Village Primary School and Nursery is a vibrant and welcoming village school serving

the village of Woolavington and the surrounding area. At Woolavington we live and work together as a

community to create a happy, secure and successful learning environment where children are valued as

individuals and encouraged to fulfil their potential. Our vision and values are at the core of everything

we do. They underpin our teaching and learning, and provide an environment which prepares our pupils

to be confident, happy citizens. We want everyone to feel welcome and ensure that they have their

learning needs met. We believe in the power of learning and celebrate that everyday learners means we

are always the best that we can be. We all believe that these are the elements which are essential to

Learning, Believing and Achieving.

LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT

Required as soon as possible. Fixed Term until August 2020

Grade SCP 2-4 Salary: £17,711-£18,426 pro-rata

Hours 8:45am-3:15pm (30 hours per week) with 30 minute lunch break

Term Time only including inset days

We Offer:

• An organisation committed to excellence where students and staff are valued

• A chance to be part of our highly successful ‘Reading Inspiring Writing’ programme which

puts top quality literature, a passion for reading and excellence at writing at the centre of

our curriculum

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• Children who want to learn and do well

• Opportunities to be involved in the Clevedon Learning Hub – involvement in conferences,

coaching, action research and innovation groups - www.clevedonschool.org.uk/About-

Learning-Hub

• The opportunity to be part of a school that is developing rapidly and is on a very secure

improvement journey

• A supportive staff team that work hard for the benefit of all children

You Offer:

• Outstanding expertise in pastoral care and behaviour management

• A strong understanding of the National Curriculum

• The ability to follow plans and differentiated activities set by the Class Teacher

• A commitment to creating and maintaining a positive relationships with pupils

• An ability to inspire curiosity and ignite passion for learning

• The ability to uphold and model our values and ethos

• Flexibility in adapting planning to meet the needs and daily interests of children if needed

• Commitment to be part of an innovative and forward thinking school and Multi Academy Trust

We are happy to arrange a visit to the school if you are interested in this post. Please contact the

school.

An application form and further details are available from the school office please call or email.

Please do have a look at our school website www.woolavingtonvillageprimaryschool.co.uk but please

note that it is currently under construction.


CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: Thursday 13th February 2020

Interview date: Tuesday 25th February

Clevedon Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and all applicants will be vetted through receipt

of two references and an Enhanced DBS check

St James Church School

Cranmer Road, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 1XU

01823 272553 [email protected]

KITCHEN AND LUNCHTIME SUPERVISOR

Pay Grade: £17,364 to £18,426 pro rata (Actual salary £6,534 to £6,689)

Hours: 16 hours per week, term time only

Working days/times: Monday 12.00pm to 1.15pm, Tuesday to Thursday 9.30am to 2.00pm,

Friday 12.00pm to 1.15pm

Location: St James Church School, Taunton

An exciting opportunity has opened up for a Kitchen Supervisor assisting the Kitchen Manager in our

catering operation which produces meals on-site for St James Church School and two other schools in

the Bath & Wells Multi Academy Trust. The role also includes Lunchtime Supervision.

We are looking for somebody with experience of working in a busy kitchen. This role would involve

preparing meals adhering to the highest hygiene standards, working within our team of Lunchtime

Supervisors during the lunch time itself, and using an industrial cleaning machine (full training would be

provided).

Training will be provided to assist the successful applicant in being able cover the Kitchen Manager’s

duties when such situations arise. The role may involve some driving.

We are able to offer the successful candidate:

● Private parking for staff

● Working as part of a welcoming, friendly, and dedicated staff team

● Supportive Leadership Team and Local Governing Body

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An application form can be downloaded from the school website www.stjamessch.co.uk or the BWMAT

website www.bwmat.org along with a job description for each aspect of the role (please note only one

application form is required).

As part of the wider BWMAT you will benefit from the support of a professional and experienced central

team and also a network of colleagues in similar role across other schools. The BWMAT offers excellent

CPD and staff benefits for its employees. Please visit the ‘working for us’ tab on the BWMAT

website for more details.

Please post application forms to St James Church School, Cranmer Road, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 1XU

or return electronically to [email protected]

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to

share this commitment. All posts are subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.

Closing date for applications: Monday 24th February 2020

Interview date: Wednesday 4th March 2020

Primrose Lane Primary School

Cunningham Road, Wyndham Park, Yeovil, Somerset BA21 5FH


www.primroselane.somerset.sch.uk

LUNCHTIME SUPERVISOR

5 hours per week (12 noon to 1 pm)

(SCC Scale Point 2) £9.18 per hour (term time only)

We need a kind, firm and well organised midday assistant who enjoy the company of children. Duties

will include setting/clearing up the hall ready for lunches and supervising children whilst they are eating

and at playtime.

Closing date: Friday 21st February 2020 Interview dates: To be confirmed

Start date: ASAP

Application form and job description/specification available from the school website.

The Huish Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and

young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all

successful applicants

Stanchester Academy, Stoke-Sub-Hamdon, Somerset TA14 6UG

Tel: 01935 823200 www.stanchester-academy.co.uk

Stanchester Academy is a secondary school located in Stoke-Sub-Hamdon. The school is part of the

Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust.

HEAD’S PA

REF: HPA

Permanent. 37 Hours per week, 39 weeks per year

BTCT Points 10 to 12, Starting on Point 10. Actual Salary: £18,651pa

This role involves providing a comprehensive, efficient and effective administration service to the

Headteacher and senior leadership team. The post-holder will also support and direct the wider

administration, reception, data and marketing functions to ensure a comprehensive, efficient and

professional service for the Academy.

This will include supporting the organisation and planning for all whole school events and working

closely with the senior leadership team to successfully market and promote the Academy.

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The successful applicant will need to have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, dealing

with members of the public, staff and students in a discreet, friendly and professional manner.

For further details and an application form please go to:

https://stanchester-academy.co.uk/our-school/general-information/vacancies

Closing date: 27th February 2020 at Midday

Bridgwater College Academy, Parkway, Bridgwater, Somerset TA6 4QY

www.bridgwatercollegeacademy.org

Bridgwater College Academy is an all-through academy for students aged 3 to 16.

The academy is part of the Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust.

HLTA PASTORAL SUPPORT

REF: HPS

27.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (term-time + INSET)

Fixed Term until 31st August 2021, subject to funding

BTCT Points 10 to 12, commencing on Point 10. Actual Salary £13,865 – £15,918 pa

Starting ASAP

Putting students first is part of our fundamental culture. We strongly believe that positive outcomes for our

students come from the professionalism, commitment and passion for excellence displayed by our staff.

We are looking for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to assist in the delivery of the curriculum and

contribute to the development within the BCA Progress Centre. To support staff, students and Academy

policies and strategies. The Progress Centre is a focussed education provision for students who need an

alternative curriculum in order to succeed within the Academy. The ideal candidate will provide

support for students, the teacher and the Academy to raise standards of achievement for all students

by utilising advanced levels of knowledge and skills when assisting with planning, monitoring,

assessing, marking and managing classes. The ideal candidate will also provide support for students’

welfare and support the inclusion of students in all aspects of Academy life.

Do please come to visit us and see what an exciting opportunity our Academy can offer someone

looking to be the best they can be and make a significant contribution to narrowing the gap in

achievement and attainment for our students.

Full details and an application pack can be found in the Vacancies section on:

www.bridgwatercollegeacademy.org

Closing Date for applications: Noon, Monday 24th February 2020

Buckler’s Mead Academy, 1 St John’s Road, Yeovil BA21 4NH

Telephone: 01935 424454 www.bucklersmead.com

Headteacher: Mr M Lawrence BSc (Hons) NOR 800+ (11 – 16)

SEN TEACHING ASSISTANT

(27.5 hours per week – Term Time Only)

Grade 14 (£11,327 per annum starting salary)

Teaching Assistant required to join our SEN team from March 2020. A large part of the role is to

provide support for an individual Year 8 student who has a diagnosis of Autism but the

successful candidate will also spend time supporting students in lessons and in 1 to 1 or small

group situations within the learning support base.

We are looking to recruit an outgoing, enthusiastic, patient and resilient person, preferably with

experience of working with autistic students. However training opportunities will be available to support

the successful applicant in developing skills in this area. The SEN team at Buckler’s Mead works closely

together and it is therefore essential that you can build good relationships with others quickly and work

effectively as part of a team.

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Buckler’s Mead Academy is a highly inclusive academy in the east of Yeovil. Our vision as an academy

is that all community members are happy, achieve and have limitless aspirations. Our job as

professionals is to ensure this happens. All our staff sign up to these aspirations and play a full role in

contributing to this vision through inclusive teaching and support for our students. We seek to recruit

dedicated and talented staff, highly committed to making a difference.

The academy is an 8 times ‘Investor in People’ and candidates can be assured of excellent support at all

times and a structured induction programme and relevant training will be provided for the successful

candidate. As an academy we actively encourage sharing best practice and the person appointed can

be assured of support to help them effectively meet the students’ needs.

The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and

vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share these commitments. All appointments

are subject to references and a full Disclosure and Barring Service check before confirmation.

Buckler’s Mead Academy is an equal opportunities employer. The campus is a no smoking site.

Interested candidates should apply in writing to Mark Lawrence, Acting Headteacher using an

academy application form and with a covering letter giving details of your current experience

and suitability for the role. Please note that we do not accept CVs. Further details of the post

are available from our website www.bucklersmead.com or contact Deborah St Paul, Head’s

PA/HR Manager ([email protected])

Thank you for your interest in this post. We look forward to receiving your application.

CLOSING DATE: FRIDAY 14 FEBRUARY 2020 (12.00 noon)

INTERVIEWS: WEEK COMMENCING 24 FEBRUARY 2020

CLEANER REQUIRED

15 or 16 hours per week – term time only + 1 week during academy holidays

Grade 17 Point 6 (£9.00 per hour)

Monday to Friday 2.30 pm – 5.30 pm

The post involves general cleaning duties, including vacuuming, washing floors, wiping walls, waste

disposal and cleaning staff and student toilets. There will be some use of heavy machinery for which

full training will be provided.

Buckler’s Mead Academy is a highly inclusive academy in the east of Yeovil. Our vision as an academy

is that all community members are happy, achieve and have limitless aspirations. We seek to recruit

dedicated and talented staff, highly committed to making a difference.

In addition to a supportive Induction programme and ongoing professional development, all

permanent staff appointed to Buckler’s Mead are enrolled in our Health Care package, receive

discounted gym membership and are part of a national discount scheme on completion of their 6

month probation period. The academy is an ‘Investor in People’ and candidates can be assured of

excellent support at all times.

The academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and

vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share these commitments. All appointments

are subject to references and a full Disclosure and Barring Service check before confirmation.

Buckler’s Mead Academy is an equal opportunities employer. The campus is a no smoking site.

Please contact Deborah St Paul (Head’s PA/HR Manager) for an application form and send your

application for the attention of Mr M Wood, Business Manager by the closing date of FRIDAY 14

FEBRUARY 2020. Please apply as soon as possible – applications will be processed on receipt.

Thank you for your interest. We look forward to receiving your application.

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No on roll: 960

Our aspiration is to be great in all that we do. Are you a great role model and team player? If so,

Preston School is the right school for you!

We are a Business & Enterprise Academy that aspires to embody our strapline of ‘Bringing Learning to

Life & Life to Learning’ for every student every day. We place a large emphasis on the development of

character and personality of our students, alongside a relentless drive for improving progress in all of

the subjects that they study.

We aim to be GREAT in everything that we do. Our student body are wonderful to work with and

visitors to the school regularly comment upon the great learning environment within the school,

personified by the excellent relationships between students and staff. We firmly believe in the core

BASICs that the students are asked to follow, and we recognise that teaching is made easier when

students are engaged with their learning - as ours are.

EXAM INVIGILATORS

Salary range: Grade 14 (£9.94 per hour)

Preston School is looking to appoint Examination Invigilators on a casual basis to cover examination

periods throughout the academic year. This will include invigilation for external GCSE examinations in

May and June, for which your availability should be considerable. Internal examinations take place in

September, December and February.

Our morning exams start at 8.40am so you will need to be on site at 8.00am. Our afternoon exams start

at 1.00pm. Sessions will vary in length and may be up to 3 hours.

Successful candidates will need to work as part of a team committed to achieving the best possible

outcomes for our students and be willing to support students through the provision, supervision and

monitoring of examinations, whilst enforcing strict exam conditions at all times.

Successful applicants will report to our Examinations Officer and appropriate training for the role will be

given.

For further detailed information about the post please contact Juliette Irving, Exams Officer on 01935

403816.

Information on the school and posts can be accessed from www.prestonschool.co.uk/vacancies

The post is subject to two references along with enhanced DBS check from Criminal Record Bureau and

medical history check. If you would like to visit us prior to applying then please contact Jaclyn Surrey,

PA to the Principal, on the email below.

Please apply by downloading the application form from the school’s website and return completed with

a covering letter addressed to Gregg Morrison, Principal, to [email protected]

Closing date: 9am on Monday 24th February 2020

Interviews to be held during the week beginning Monday 2nd March

Haygrove School, Durleigh Rd, Bridgwater, Somerset TA6 7HW

SCHOOL RECEPTIONIST

Permanent – 2.5 days (20hrs) per week (Weds-Fri)

12:00pm-4:30pm Wed, 08:00am-4:30pm Thu, 8.00am-4.00pm Friday

Term-time plus one additional week (39 working weeks)

The post is Grade 15 within an actual salary of £8,289 per annum

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Haygrove School for a friendly, approachable and well-presented

individual to join our supportive Reception/Student Services team in a busy role.

As the front of house, you will be the first point of contact for visitors and callers, so a warm, engaging

and professional attitude is essential. You will work in a fast-paced environment and will need to be

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well-organised, possess a composed manner and be able to work under your own initiative. You will

deal with parents, staff, students and external agencies, so excellent interpersonal skills and a flexible

approach to the changing needs of the school are essential.

The successful candidate will also have a minimum of 5 A*-C GCSEs, at least 2 years’ experience of

working in a Receptionist or in a busy office environment and good MS Office skills. Ideally, candidates

will have experience of working within an educational environment.

For full details and an application form please visit: www.haygroveschool.co.uk

Closing Date for Applications: Friday 21 February 2020. Interview date: 27 February 2020

The Quantock Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and

young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to a satisfactory

Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced Disclosure Certificate, Right to Work in the UK and other

pre-employment checks

The Quantock Education Trust is an equal opportunities employer.

EXAMINATION INVIGILATOR

(Casual contract) Salary £8.68 per hour, plus holiday allowance

We are seeking to appoint Examination Invigilators to provide efficient and effective invigilation

supporting the work of the Examinations Department by supervising candidates in both internal and

external examinations. Full training will be given. Duties and Responsibilities include:

• To assist with setting up examination venues

• To distribute and collect examination papers/scripts/materials from candidates

• To ensure that the Examination Room is conducive to examination conditions

• To supervise the entry and exit of candidates to and from the examination room and to ensure

that examinations begin and end on time as scheduled

• To be vigilant during the examination, in order to prevent any cheating or malpractices

• To deal sensitively with candidates who have special arrangements

• To be familiar with and adhere to the Instructions for the Conduct of Examinations issued by the

Joint Council for Qualifications (training will be given)

• To be available to work flexibly in ensuring that examination processes are completed at the

end of each examination

Hours of Work

Hours required are on an “as required” basis and are flexible during the months of May, June, December

and January, between Monday and Friday from 8.30 am until 3.30 pm term time. There are occasions

when we may require you to work later than 3.30 pm (to fit the needs of examination schedules).

Closing date: Monday 24 February 2020 - 8.00 am. Interview date: Thursday 5 March 2020

To apply for this position, please complete a support staff application form, (which is available

on our website). Completed applications should be returned by post for the attention of the HR

Department or by email to [email protected]

This post requires a criminal background check via the Disclosure Procedure

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ICT INFRASTRUCTURE OPERATIONS MANAGER

Ref No: ICTIOP

Location: Taunton

Salary up to £47,524 per annum, including market factors

Full Time, 37 hours per week

Closing date for applications forms: Friday 21 February 2020 5.00pm

Interview: week commencing 2 March 2020

The Role

To lead the Infrastructure team, maintain business as usual activities and related project work. Ensuring

that the organisation’s network, infrastructure and associated systems run smoothly, perform within

agreed targets, and provide a secure and stable platform for the organisations’ operations. Work with

the other technical leads identify and propose improvements to the organisation’s infrastructure which

will ensure that our systems can support the business future plans.

Technical Requirements, Skills, Knowledge & Experience

As a member of the Technology Leadership Team:

• Contribute to the development of the departmental operational plans, ensuring align with the

overall corporate strategy.

• Provide strategic guidance on the infrastructure landscape

• Contribute to the departmental budget plans

• Identify areas for improvement. Recommend solutions based on the technical analysis of business

requirements and follow defined best practise guidelines and frameworks E.g. ITIL

• Develop and implement hardware and software standards for network, servers, databases, wireless

technology, file & print services, etc.

• Represent the infrastructure team at management team, department and supplier meetings.

• Ensures high availability of critical business systems hosted by the firm

• Provide correct and prompt management information in agreed formats

• Develop and manage relationships with key vendors.

• Recommend / implement hardware and software upgrades for business applications, server

hardware, network equipment, desktop, laptop, etc.

• Support the Recruitment of infrastructure staff

• Co-ordinate with colleagues to ensure that service outages are correctly investigated, resolved and

escalated.

As the Infrastructure Specialist, you will be accountable for:

• All aspects of IT infrastructure, Communication (LAN, WAN, email, etc.), database, backup recovery,

regulatory compliance.

• Lead on the development and effectiveness of the Service Desk

• The development / implement of standards for network, servers, wireless technology, file & print

services, etc.

• Infrastructure and Information security risk management on behalf of the leadership team.

• Infrastructure projects and maintenance tasks, updating peers and documentation

• The day to day budget for Infrastructure

• Reporting as agreed on measures, status’ and activity metrics that documents and tracks delivery of

infrastructure services, planned and unplanned system outages, changes and other key IT

performance metrics

• Operational security of the organisations network, systems, and data

• All activities relating to the maintenance and upgrades of the organisation's infrastructure.

• Manage overall capacity utilisation of server environment ensuring it is optimised to meet business

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• The day to day activities, workload and development needs of the Infrastructure team, see below

As the Team Leader, you will:

• Manage the Infrastructure team, projects and task assignments.

• Plan and prioritise work to ensure that deadlines and targets are met

• Act as an escalation point for difficult or complex incidents, service requests and problems.

• Provide Level 3 infrastructure resolutions

• Provide the team with regular coaching and mentoring and ensure personal development plans are

in place and reviewed.

The Ideal Candidate

• 5+ Years' experience in as an Infrastructure manager or similar role.

• Excellent inter-personal skills and the ability to work on own as well as a team player

• Proven ability to work on multiple projects and see them through from conception to

completion

• Demonstrable knowledge of delivering infrastructure projects

• Leadership experience

• Strong and broad technical knowledge across the following areas:

• Data Protection (Backups - Inc DR & Replication)

• MS 365

• VMWare

• Networks (Inc. Telephony)

• IT Security

• Cloud Technology (PAAS)

• Exchange

• Windows Server/Desktop Operating Systems

• Mobile Device Management

Benefits of working with the Council

The Authority offers flexible and agile working, with excellent technology to support this. The council

offices provide a pleasant, comfortable and modern working environment and a fleet of pool cars for

use on official business. The Council offer a generous annual leave entitlement as well as an option to

purchase additional annual leave. Other benefits include the Local Government Pension Scheme,

payment of professional subscription if required for the role, an Employee Assistance Programme,

access to My Staff Shop which include salary sacrifice schemes, discounts and deals. Employees also are

eligible for free use of the gym and swimming pool during off peak times and discounted gym and

swimming membership at peak times. A relocation allowance may apply if eligible.

For more information on the post, please contact HR on 0300 304 8000.

How to apply

To apply for this role, please visit: https://www.somersetwestandtaunton.gov.uk/jobs/ to download and

complete the application form and recruitment monitoring forms in line with the job description.

Completed application forms and recruitment monitoring forms should be emailed to

[email protected] quoting the job reference number of the role you are

applying for.

Please note we do not accept CVs.

INFRASTRUCTURE TEAM MEMBER

Full-time – 37 hrs

Flexible Working Arrangements

Salary £26,999 to £28,785 (Grade F)

Closing Date for Application 16th February 2020. Interviews to be held week commencing 2nd March 2020

Are you looking for a new challenge?

Do you bring enthusiasm, energy, and an eye for detail?

tel:03003048000

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Are you ready to join a hard working team that ensures the entire ICT estate of the Council is safe and

public information is well looked after?

If that’s you, then you could make a fantastic member of our ICT team in Somerset West and Taunton

Council.

ICT is a key enabler to the vision of the Council and this exciting opportunity has arisen to join our team

to deliver a wide range of technical projects and provide support for the underpinning IT infrastructure.

We have big ambitions and are looking for someone who is innovative and creative in the development

of the future ICT delivery whilst consolidating around and maximising the opportunities of our existing

technology solutions.

We are looking for an experienced engineer who has a broad background when it comes to

Infrastructure and Networking, with experience of as many as possible of:

• Servers and Storage: SAN (Dell), VMWare (5.5 and 6.0), Windows Server (2008 and 2012),

Backup operations (Dell Rapid Recovery)

• Infrastructure Applications: Active Directory (2008 Function Level), ADFS, MS Exchange (on

premise), Sharepoint (2013), Migrating to MS365

• Telephony: VoIP (8x8), Android and Apple phones

• PC build: SCCM 2012, MDT, Windows 7 and Windows 10

• Network: Cisco and Aruba switch management, Aerohive WiFi, Fortinet security suite.

In return for your flexibility and commitment, we offer amazing working arrangements to help you be

your very best, and will support your development in our Council.

To be part of our great team you will need to be keen to learn and progress, bring lots of ideas and

enthusiasm, be a people person and excellent communicator, as well as a good team player.

You will need to have experience of working in an IT environment. If you are new to Council work –

that’s fine - we can help you translate your ICT skills and will give you training to do the role.

If you’d like to have a chat about the role please give me a call on 01823 218767

Steve Hawkins

How to apply:


complete the Application form and Recruitment Monitoring forms in line with the Job Description.

Completed Application Forms and Recruitment Monitoring forms should be emailed to

[email protected] quoting the job reference number.


CASE MANAGER – ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH

Job Ref No: CMEH

Locality base: Taunton, Wellington and Williton

Salary: Case Manager Grade F (£26,999 – £28,785)

37 hours per week (part-time hours/job share will also be considered)

Closing date for application forms: 16th February 2020. Interview: Week of 2nd March 2020

The newly formed Somerset West and Taunton Council’s Environmental Health Team is a busy, multi-

disciplinary team covering health and safety, food safety, environmental protection and private sector

housing. This is an exciting opportunity for enthusiastic, hardworking and experienced professional to

carry out environmental protection work within the team.

You will need to be organised, self-motivated and an excellent team player. A good knowledge of

relevant legislation and any associated codes of practice/guidance is required for this role, and

experience of investigating complaints and carrying out inspections is essential.

You must have good verbal and written communication skills and be competent to deal with complex

case work, taking enforcement action where necessary. We are looking for applicants who can

demonstrate an adaptable and flexible approach, a positive attitude and an ability to work on your own

initiative.

We are seeking a full time post to fulfil a range of environmental protection roles which could include.



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• Investigation and enforcement of noise, nuisance and other complaints,

• Sampling and risk assessment of private water supplies

• Providing comments and advice on environmental aspects of planning applications

• Carrying out inspections of premises with permits under the Environmental Permitting

Regulations.

• Arranging public health funerals,

• Giving advice on a range of environmental issues such as air quality and contaminated land

The successful candidate will be suitably qualified and experienced with evidence of having continued

to develop their skills and qualifications.

All candidates must have a full, clean driving licence.

Benefits: The Authority offers flexible and agile working, with excellent technology to support this. The

council offices provide a pleasant, comfortable and modern working environment and a fleet of pool

cars for use on official business. The Council offer a generous annual leave entitlement as well as an

option to purchase additional annual leave. Other benefits include the Local Government Pension

Scheme, payment of professional subscription if required for the role, an Employee Assistance

Programme, access to My Staff Shop which include salary sacrifice schemes, discounts and deals.

Employees also are eligible for free use of the gym and swimming pool during off peak times and

discounted gym and swimming membership at peak times. A relocation allowance may apply if eligible.

For more information on the post, please contact either Matthew Hill on 01823 219449 or email

[email protected] or Jo Toogood on 01823 219430 or email

[email protected]

How to apply:

To apply for this role, please visit https://www.somersetwestandtaunton.gov.uk/jobs/localities-

champion-asbestos/ and download and complete the application form and recruitment monitoring

forms in line with the job description.


[email protected], quoting the job reference number of the role you are

applying for.


EMPLOYMENT HUB COORDINATOR

Job Ref No: EHCWS

Location: West Somerset Area

Salary: Grade E £22,911 to £24,799 pro rata, per annum

Fixed term contract – This post is offered on pro rata basis of 3 days a week on a fixed term

contract for 2 years

22 hours per week

Closing date for application forms: Monday 24th February 2020 5.00pm.

Somerset West and Taunton Council have established five Community Employment Hubs in the area of

West Somerset. The work of the employment hubs are well-positioned to assist local people to be

better placed to take advantage of local work opportunities, including those generated by the Hinkley

Point C project. The Employment hubs aim to meet a gap in supporting residents towards gaining

employability skills development and training through utilising the hubs as venues for provision and

supporting the culture of lifelong learning.

The services provided by the community employment hubs are delivered locally by trained volunteers

from the local community. The project aims to increase links between the local community, local

training opportunities and local employers thereby increasing the chances of finding work locally and

reducing the need to travel.

We are looking for a motivated individual who will drive the Community Employment Hub model

forward and build the capacity of the service. Through the use of excellent customer service and

communication skills, the successful post holder will co-ordinate the hub service including their daily



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operation. The role will support the hub network in terms of relationship building with partner agencies,

including statutory agencies (such as Job Centre Plus) to meet the needs of the hub clients and

influence delivery of training, upskilling and steps towards work.

The successful candidate will have ideally worked within a community environment and have an

understanding of the barriers faced by members of the community living in rural and coastal areas.

You will need to have a flexible attitude to your working environment with an innovative approach to

overcoming challenges and exploring solutions. You will need to be able to work well independently

but also be a good team player.

You will be required to report to the Employment and Skills leads, and the Community Employment

Hub board.

In addition to the above you will need to:

• Process Clear written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to write comprehensive

reports to suit a range of audiences

• Knowledge and experience of drafting policy and procedure documents

• Ability to coordinate a team of volunteers. Work with hub leads to build the capacity of

Employment Hub Volunteers and deliver volunteer training.

• Relevant qualifications in; information, advice and guidance, training and tutoring experience,

mentoring

• Strategy’s to increase engagement of hub clients to take best advantage of the hub offer of

support

• Experience of mentoring, working with vulnerable adults, partnership building and identifying

funding opportunities

• Experience of recruiting and training volunteers to maintain hub operation

• Excellent working knowledge of IT and current social media platforms such as Facebook,

Instagram and twitter

• To collate hub data, deliver reports on a quarterly basis

• To develop processes and establish minimum levels of working standards across the hub

network in line with all necessary legal requirements and best practice

• Understanding of universal credit and benefit structures

• Understanding of social enterprise, charity organisations and governance

• A collaborative attitude to completing any other works related to the role









swimming membership at peak times.

For further information, please contact: Colleen Blake 07392316158

[email protected]

How to apply:


complete the Application form and Recruitment Monitoring forms in line with the Job Description.


[email protected] quoting the job reference number.





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CASE MANAGER – ASB (TENANCY)

Job Ref No: CMASB

Location: Taunton

Salary Grade F: £26,999-£28,785 per annum



Closing date for applications forms: Monday 17th February 2020 12pm

Interview: week commencing 24th February 2020

Somerset West and Taunton Council own and manage 5700 social rented homes. Being a Case

Manager within our ASB team offers an exciting opportunity to work within the tenancy team. As a key

part of the tenancy team, you will be responsible for managing anti-social behaviour cases to a

professional level, with this role specifically covering an area in Taunton Deane.

We are looking for an organised, self-motivated person who can work to tight times with excellent

interpersonal and communication skills.

You will be expected to deliver an efficient, proactive and customer-focused anti-social behaviour (ASB)

service to Somerset West and Taunton customers through the effective management of reported cases

of ASB, to a professional standard and in compliance with Group policies. Tackle a full range of ASB

casework and ensure our ASB service is delivered within agreed time frames, and with a focus on

excellence in performance standard. Maintain an up-to-date working knowledge of relevant legislation

in order to make informed decisions as to the appropriate action including legal remedies. Work

closely with our partners (internal and external), ensuring that necessary protocols are complied with.

Applicants for this role should have:

• A proven ability to deal with a wide range of ASB issues that currently affect our communities

and the know how to tackle this efficiently and effectively.

• Proven experience working within the Housing Management sector

• Demonstrate excellent customer service

• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of relevant and current housing management policy and

practice within the wider social housing sector

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, demonstrating the ability to consult with a

wide range of people both inside and outside of the Council.

This post requires Disclosure Scotland Clearance.

Job description explanation:

We have recently brought in 'generic' job descriptions for roles in our Council. This means that the job

description we share for this case manager role also applies to other case manager roles at that pay

level in different areas of the Council and consequently describes 'how' you will apply your skills and

knowledge as well as describing 'what' you will do. Applicants may wish to consider this in their

approach to completing their application.

How to apply:

Download the application pack from https://www.somersetwestandtaunton.gov.uk/jobs/ and complete

the attached Application form and Recruitment Monitoring forms in line with the Job Description.



applying for.


CASE MANAGER – INCOME (RENT) - TENANCY

Job Ref No: CMIRT

Location: Taunton

Salary Grade D: £19,945 - £21,166 per annum





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Closing date for applications forms: Monday 17 February 2020 12pm

Interview: week commencing 24 February 2020

Somerset West and Taunton Council own and manage 5700 social rented homes. Being a Case

Manager within our Income team offers an exciting opportunity to work within the tenancy team. As a

key part of the tenancy team, you will be responsible for managing low level rent arrears and garage

arrears to a professional level. As a Case Manager D you will also be expected to cover other areas

within the tenancy team.

We are looking for an organised, self-motivated person who can work to tight times with excellent

interpersonal and communication skills.

Applicants for this role should have:

• A proven ability to deal with a wide range casework and the know how to tackle this efficiently

and effectively.

• Be flexible and methodical in their approach to their work

• Proven experience working within the Housing Management sector

• Demonstrate excellent customer service

• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of relevant and current housing management policy and

practice within the wider social housing sector

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, demonstrating the ability to consult with a

wide range of people both inside and outside of the Council.

• Administer purchase orders and payments for services commissioned by the team.

• Administer the processes for void properties, process terminations, manage key lists, and

prepare sign up documentation.

• Advertise void properties on Homefinder Somerset website.

• Manage garage tenancies and Notice to Quits.

• Provide administrative support and assistance on a wide range of projects undertaken by the team.

• Numerate and analytical.

Job description explanation:

We have recently brought in 'generic' job descriptions for roles in our Council. This means that the job

description we share for this case manager role also applies to other case manager roles at that pay

level in different areas of the Council and consequently describes 'how' you will apply your skills and

knowledge as well as describing 'what' you will do. Applicants may wish to consider this in their

approach to completing their application.









swimming membership at peak times. A relocation allowance may apply if eligible.

How to apply:

Download the application pack from https://www.somersetwestandtaunton.gov.uk/jobs/ and complete the

attached Application form and Recruitment Monitoring forms in line with the Job Description. Completed

Application Forms and Recruitment Monitoring forms should be emailed to


applying for.




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Mendip District Council

CCTV OFFICER – Full Time

CCTV Enforcement – Neighbourhood Services

Grade I Salary £22,764 to £24,750

Mendip District Council is an innovative authority set in the Mendip Hills of Somerset.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed CCTV Officer to work within our CCTV Enforcement

Team.

You will be required to deal with all aspects of CCTV ranging from the monitoring of cameras,

interaction with other public sector agencies, producing evidence packs and completing required

maintenance checks of equipment in order to maximize the benefits to the community and reduce

crime and anti-social behavior within the district. Skills and experience in working in a CCTV setting and

within relevant legislative requirements will be essential.

The post holder will be required to work with the upmost discretion and ensure strict confidentiality

and compliance with security procedures at all times.

Salary will be dependent on experience.

Closing date for applications is Monday 17th February 2020

For further details, please visit our website www.mendip.gov.uk.

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