Organisation: Derby Homes
Hours: 37 Hours per week
Contract type: Permanent
Location: City Wide
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This new post of Senior Welfare Rights Officer will manage and support staff members of the welfare rights team who are employed in projects or in specialist roles within Derby Advice.
You will have a role in managing a specialist welfare rights project funded by Macmillan cancer care and the D2N2 ‘money sorted’ project funded by Big Lottery. In addition, you will be involved in managing team members who have specific roles in mental health and in a community setting.
Our ideal candidate would be someone who wants to help vulnerable people and is committed to achieving high quality advice. Experience of giving welfare rights advice is essential, as is experience of maintaining case management systems and meeting targets. Experience of managing staff/teams is desirable.
Does this sound like a role you may interested in? If so, then we'd very much like to receive an application from you.
Please note due to the ongoing pandemic the role would be mainly working from home so the ability to do so is paramount to the success in this role.
Derby Homes has a national reputation for its excellent services which we know are down to our valued workforce. In return for their hard work we strive to be an employer of choice. We have a range of excellent terms and conditions, including flexible working, work life balance, local government pension scheme, employee health initiatives and green travel options. Please use the links below to download the supporting information.
For more information please contact Johanna Roberts on 01332 643394.
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The closing date for this vacancy is Wednesday 9th December 2020 at midnight. Any application forms received after the closing date will not be accepted.
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Transform Trust Hours: Full timeContract type: Fixed term contract to cover maternity leave, required from January 2021Location: Lawn Primary School
Lawn Primary School is seeking to appoint an excellent teaching practitioner who has high expectations of pupil progress and a drive for self-development.
Lawn Primary School is an outstanding primary school with 429 pupils. We are located in a leafy suburb of Derby with extensive grounds and buildings.
We are looking for inspirational teachers who are committed to creating a stimulating learning environment through excellent classroom practice.
You will:
• Be a consistently good / outstanding primary teacher • Be passionate about teaching and learning and making a difference to every child. • Care passionately about children and their development whilst still driving forward pupil progress and achievement.• value a team working approach and be keen to contribute and share your skills with colleagues• Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to build on and maintain strong relationships with staff, parents and carers, children, governors and the local and wider community.
In return we offer:• A welcoming community and a highly motivated, professional staff team that are driven towards continuously raising standards.• Excellent professional development opportunities through an extensive range of network groups and other Transform Trust initiatives• Calm and purposeful learning environments• Excellent partnerships between pupils, staff, parents, governors and community • A forward-thinking approach to teaching and learning throughout the school• Career opportunities as part of a successful Multi Academy Trust
Due to the current COVID restrictions visits will not be taking place but we would welcome the opportunity to have an informal chat with you before you apply. This may have to be via Zoom or Microsoft Teams. Please contact the school office to arrange a mutually convenient time to arrange a chat.
How to applyPlease complete the attached application form and submit this along with a two page letter outlining why you would be suitable for this post. Any questions or queries and completed application forms and letters should be directed to Helen Dobson at Lawn Primary School, Norbury Close, Allestree, Derby DE22 2QR Email: H.Dobson@lawn.derby.sch.uk Telephone: 01332 550178
Transform Trust is a Multi Academy Trust with over 6700 children in 19 Primary Schools covering Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, Derby and Derbyshire. Joining us, you will be part of an ambitious and innovative organisation. We promote the autonomy and local nature of each of our schools and we are an enabling organisation rather than a directive one.
We believe education has the power to transform lives and communities. Our Vision is to provide high quality education and deliver the best outcomes for children.
We are partners in East Midlands Maths Hub, Derby Research School, Inspiring Leaders and Challenge Partners.
We can offer you:• Unrivalled opportunities for professional development through our schools and Transform Teaching School Alliance• Trust support networks• Staff benefits such as 24/7/365 employee welfare support; tax saving salary sacrifice schemes; a staff benefits scheme that offers a host of benefits and discounts• Annual staff survey to allow you to provide us with feedback on what it’s like to work for us• Annual children’s/staff awards which celebrates the successes and achievements of our children and staff
For more information about us please watch the Transform film at www.transformtrust.co.uk
Transform Trust and its Academies are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This appointment is subject to safer recruitment procedures, including satisfactory references, medical, enhanced DBS with children’s barred list clearance and completion of safeguarding children in education training.
The closing date for applications is Sunday 6 December 2020. Any application forms received after the closing date will not be accepted.
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Derby Diocesan Academy TrustHours: Full Time Contract type: Permanent 52 weeks Location: Bishop Lonsdale Primary School and St Chad’s Nursery & Infant School
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced School Business Manager or School Administrator to work at a senior leadership level across two schools within the Derby Diocesan Academy Trust (DDAT) family.
This is a key role for the right candidate to lead on all aspects of school business which requires close working with the Headteachers, Local Governing Bodies and DDAT Central Team.
The role includes line management responsibility of support staff within the schools and involvement in Trust-wide initiatives and activities in Derby and Derbyshire.
The successful candidate will have relevant experience in a similar role within the education sector, is ambitious, and ready for a new and exciting challenge.
In return, DDAT can offer:
A senior level position within two positive and thriving school communities in Derby;Comprehensive support from the DDAT finance and operational teams;
CPD opportunities in areas including: finance, governance, HR, health and safety, premises management, school effectiveness etc.;Career progression possibilities as the Trust expands further.
For more information please visit: www.ddat.org.uk, http://www.stchads.derby.sch.uk/website , http://www.bishoplonsdale.derby.sch.uk/
To apply for this role, please complete and submit the DDAT application forms available at https://ddat.org.uk/vacancies/ to HR@ddat.org.uk by the closing date. Please note: CVs will not be accepted.
Derby Diocesan Academy Trust (DDAT) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, pre-employment and DBS checks. DDAT actively encourages a diverse population of both children and staff and is committed to promoting and developing equality of opportunity in all its functions.
The closing date for applications is at Midday, Tuesday 1 December 2020. Any application forms received after the closing date will not be accepted.
Interviews will be held on: W/C 7 December 2020
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Ashwood Spencer Academy Hours: 37hrs per week, Term Time onlyContract type: Permanent form January 2021 Location: Ashwood Spencer Academy, Amber Street, Derby DE24 8FT
Ashwood Spencer Academy are looking to recruit dynamic and committed Teaching Assistants, who can inspire learning and fully commit to our school ethos. Initially, one position will be based across Years 1 and 2 and the other in Year 6.
We believe that all pupils are entitled to high quality learning experiences, where barriers are removed.
Qualities we are looking for:
• Have a sense of humour• Have a ‘whatever it takes attitude’ to remove barriers to learning• Good communicator and can use your own initiative• Have well developed, positive behaviour management skills• Able to prepare materials for supporting learners• Patient, inspiring, caring and sensitive towards the needs of vulnerable children
In return, we can offer you:• A collaborative ethos, working with other schools and colleagues to develop day to day practice• High quality CPD• A chance to be part of an exciting journey • Children who are kind, warm and enthusiastic about their learning• High quality CPD through our Trust’s two Teaching Schools, Research School and National Maths Hub status• The support of a high performing and diverse academy Trust, comprising primary, secondary and special education provision• Rich and varied career development opportunities
If you would like to discuss the role, or have any queries, please contact head@ashwoodspencer.co.uk
To apply please visit our website ashwoodspencer.co.uk Spencer Academies Trust Vacancies
The closing date for applications is 10am Friday 4 December 2020. Any application forms received after the closing date will not be accepted.
Interviews will be held on: Monday 7 December 2020
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Location: DDAT - St Werburghs CofE VA Primary School, DerbyHours: 15 hours a week over 5 morningsContract type: Permanent – 39 week a year (includes Inset Days)
We are looking for a qualified and experienced Teaching Assistant. Do you believe that a child should have the chance to be the best possible person they can be? Do you want to work with a dedicated team to ensure every child has the opportunity to reach their true potential? If so, this role could be for you. This is a chance for you to join a friendly and supportive team who are committed to improving the outcome of every child. A medium sized primary school with 315 pupils, St Werburgh’s sits in extensive grounds, which include a sports field, prayer garden, Acorn Wood and trim trails. It is a popular school, which is always oversubscribed.
When you join our team, you will be working with our delightful, well-behaved children, their committed parents and a Senior Leadership Team and Board of Governors who are truly supportive of all staff and pupils.
We take pride in the fact that our school’s vision is rooted in Christianity and whilst we would wish any candidate to support this ethos, it is not essential to be a practising Christian. The successful applicant will: • Be passionate about teaching and learning and able to inspire and challenge pupils to reach their full potential. • Be able to work with whole classes, large and small groups of children both in and out of the classroom under the direction of the class teacher and year group leader. • Be able to plan independently and adapt planning and teaching to meet the needs of pupils. • Be able to assess pupils’ learning and identify next steps. • Be able to demonstrate that they are a hardworking, highly motivated individual who can be flexible and work as part of a team in our caring and inclusive school. • Be in possession of excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive, collaborative relationships with staff, pupils and external agencies. • Be willing to support the Christian aims and ethos of the school. We welcome visits to our school and you are encouraged to telephone the School Office on 01332 673827 to arrange a visit. For an application form and further information please email rbirch@stwerburghs.derby.sch.uk The closing date for applications is 12:00 noon 30th November 2020. Any application forms received after the closing date will not be accepted.
Interviews will be held on 4th December
Flying High Partnership Hours: 37 over 5 days, Full Time (Job Share Considered)Contract type: Permanent Location: Flexible office bases across Flying High Partnership, including home working
Are you looking for a new challenge? Are you an outstanding finance professional who is looking for a role where you can see that what you do makes a real difference? Do you want to make everyday count and have an impact on the lives of over 6500 children?
If so, then we want to hear from you!
At the Flying High Partnership, we are relentless in our pursuit of excellence and we want you to share in our mission to make every day count for the children within our schools. Each of our individual roles has an impact on the future of our children and so, we put them at the heart of the decisions we make and the services we provide. Our aim as a Finance team is to ensure that we provide high quality, efficient and effective financial systems and procedures to ensure that every penny we receive and every financial decision we make is focused on providing the very best education for all our children.
Based within the Flying High Partnership (FHP) central team, the Senior Finance Business Partner will be responsible for ensuring the financial sustainability and efficiency of all schools within a geographical hub. This role will be based within our south hub, which covers the geographical areas of Broxtowe, Gedling, Rushcliffe, Long Eaton and Nottingham City.
This role requires someone who is a finance professional that uses support and analysis to become a trusted adviser and partner to our school leaders, adding value, providing rigorous challenge and influences informed decision making.
We can offer you:
• A fantastic working environment, in a team that works together for the benefit of children in our schools• Support, guidance and CPD to support you to develop within this role, to be the best you can be, and to help you develop for your next career step• An opportunity to be part of a supportive, developmental partnership• The opportunity for quality CPD• A varied job where no day is the same!• An organisation committed to supporting and enabling the wellbeing of all staff
We are looking for someone who:
• Wants to use their finance and analysis skills in an organisation that makes a real difference • Is a highly motivated finance professional with a full or part accountancy qualification• Has experience of working within a high compliance finance and accounting environment• Is a highly effective communicator and able to convey financial information to non-finance colleagues • Is proactive and able to maintain motivation to deliver their role• Is a team player • Can work effectively without direction• Has an eye for detail• Is willing to roll up their sleeves up and get stuck into the wider Partnership activities• Demonstrates resilience
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and post holders to share this commitment. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applicants. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
Closing date: Monday 7 December 2020 at 12.00 noon - application forms to be returned to recruitment@flyinghightrust.co.uk
Shortlisting to be completed: W/C Monday 7 December 2020
Interview date: Tuesday 15 December 2020
For further information about the Flying High Partnership, including how to apply and application packs please visit https://www.flyinghighpartnership.co.uk/flying-high-trust/trust-vacancies
If you want an informal chat about the role, or wish to discuss anything in more detail please contact Zoe Maxey, Director of Business & Finance at zmaxey@flyinghightrust.co.uk or on 0115 989 1915.
Directorate: People ServicesHours: 16 hours per week (8.30am-12.30pm) Contract type: Temporary to 31 August 2021, commencing 1 January 2021Location: Shelton Infant School
Age range 3-7 yearsNOR - 210 + 26 FTE Nursery
We wish to appoint a hardworking and caring teaching assistant to join our enthusiastic and friendly team. Applications are invited from suitably qualified teaching assistants to support a Reception pupil with global development delay.
We are looking for someone who:-
• Has high expectations and is committed to engaging pupils in their learning• Has the ability to reflect upon and improve their own practice• Has energy and a sense of humour• Will embrace the aims of our school – ‘Achieve Well, Aim High, Have Fun’!
We can offer you:-• The opportunity to work with well-behaved and enthusiastic children who are keen to learn and who enjoy hands-on, creative learning opportunities.• Membership of a friendly, dedicated and supportive staff team• Excellent professional development opportunities.
Please take time to look at our website which showcases the opportunities and the curriculum which we offer the children at our school.
An application form and further details can be obtained from the links below or by emailing the school.
Please email your completed application form to Anthony Leigh, Headteacher, via admin@sheltoni.derby.sch.uk.
Shelton Infant School is an equal opportunities employer committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children at all times and expects all staff to share in this. The successful candidate will therefore require enhanced DBS clearance and all references will be taken up in accordance with Derby City Council employment guidelines.
The closing date for applications is 12.00 Midday on Thursday 3 December 2020. Any applications received after the closing date will not be accepted.
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The Office for National StatisticsHours: Contract hours and working pattern: Varies depending on role and locationContract type: Temporary – varies depending on roleLocation: Multiple roles across England and Wales
The Office for National Statistics are recruiting for a number of different temporary roles to support the 2021 Census. You will find details of all current openings, application information and FAQ’s on the https://www.censusjobs.co.uk/website. The recruitment window varies for each role so please have a look at the website and search for all jobs.
To find out more about the Census 2021:
https://www.censusjobs.co.uk/about-the-census/
For more information about the Census application process: https://www.censusjobs.co.uk/how-to-apply/our-application-process/
Application closing date: Recruitment windows vary for different roles from November up to January.
Flying High Partnership Hours: 37 over 5 days, Full Time (Job Share Considered)Contract type: PermanentLocation: Flexible office bases across Flying High Partnership, including home working
Do you have a head for numbers and an eye for detail?Have you got the skills to provide first class financial administration support in a growing organisation? Are you looking to take on an exciting support role in a growing organisation?
Working as part of the central team, you will play a key part in the delivery of a comprehensive finance service to the Trust. You will be working with and be supported by the Finance Officer, Financial Controller and wider central finance team. The core purpose of the role is to undertake the day to day operational financial administration of Trust finances.
• Has previous experience of working in a financial role• Has excellent time management and organisation skills • Maintains a flexible approach to tasks they are required to undertake• Is proactive and able to maintain motivation to deliver their role• Is a team player • Can work effectively without direction• Has an eye for detail• Is willing to roll up their sleeves up and get stuck into the wider Partnership activities• Demonstrates resilience
Interview date: Wednesday 16 December 2020
Directorate: People Services - Business SupportHours: 37 hours a week Contract type: PermanentLocation: IRO Admin Team, The Gatehouse
We are looking for a flexible, enthusiastic and self-motivated person to work as part of a busy team providing comprehensive administrative support to the Independent Reviewing Officer Team, who review Children in Care.
Previous knowledge of the work completed by the People Service’s Department would be beneficial although not essential as training will be provided. However it is essential that you have the ability to exercise confidentiality about the work you are undertaking at all times.
You will act as the first point of contact answering telephones calls from the general public and professionals; so it is essential that you have good communication skills. You will also be actively involved in checking and updating the LCS/EHM database and carry out other general administration duties. You will also need to possess good organisation skills, as you will be responsible for scheduling Looked After Children’s Reviews within statutory timescales.
For this reason you will need to have a high level of administrative experience, along with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Systems, including Word, Excel and Outlook.
The closing date for this vacancy is Tuesday 8 December 2020 at midnight. Any application forms received after the closing date will not be accepted.
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