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Information Communications Technician (ICT) Apprentice Level 3

Soar Valley College currently operates within a Managed Service ICT contract but also employs its own ICT support staff and develops and maintains areas of technology outside of the contract (e.g. closed systems including servers, devices, wi-fi and telephony). The ICT Technician is part of the support team and acts as a first contact in respect of providing college staff, students and other users with technical support and guidance to maximise the use of ICT and associated technology. On a day-to-day basis, your tasks will include: First point of contact for college users reporting equipment/service issues and to evaluate, prioritise and take appropriate action Record and monitor issues/trends reported to ensure quality, service and contractual compliance, value for money and user satisfaction Working with the Senior IT Technician and college management in the rollout of development projects, including liaison with external suppliers/providers Train and support, as required, staff and students (individuals and groups) in the implementation and use of IT systems and equipment (including telephony) Assisting all college users regarding password set up and changes and other data access/filter protocols Assisting college staff in setting up equipment as requested, including assemblies, meetings, whole school and/or third-party events Assisting the Senior IT Technician and college management in the maintenance and development of the college website and other electronic communication systems (e.g. plasma screens/IPTV) Assisting with the maintenance and installation of hardware and software and providing general assistance to staff when requested (e.g. SIMS, Edexcel etc.) Performing routine maintenance and repairs on devices and printers as required and troubleshooting equipment breakdowns These are just examples of tasks and essentially your role as an IT Technician is to ensure the highest levels of teaching can take place by ensuring all equipment is well-maintained and functioning, and ready to use.Training: The accredited training will be delivered by Estio Training mainly remotely at Soar Valley College Protected study time will be given and full support from your colleagues. You will also have one-to-one learning sessions with your tutor, again remotely by Teams You will be assigned a mentor and a learning buddy to help you to succeed as it is really important to us On successful completion of your studies, you will achieve the level 3 Information and Communications Technician Apprenticeship Training Outcome:The in-school team is excellent and the successful candidate will have the opportunity to learn from some superb technicians on site, as well as to experience a managed service through a national company. Soar Valley is the lead school in an academy trust with other schools, which will potentially provide further opportunities, in our school and beyond. Whilst it cannot be guaranteed, previous apprentices have gained employment in the school and are still with us today! This position offers individuals the: ·       guarantee of working in a fast paced and exciting environment ·       chance to develop skills and knowledge in a growing organisation ·       opportunity to take on more challenging responsibilities ·       potential for career developmentsupport for additional technical qualificationsEmployer Description:Our school motto of ‘Aspire, Enjoy, Achieve’ is more than just words. It really does sum up our ethos; that of working with every individual to ensure they do the best they possibly can in a supportive environment rich with opportunities. More on this can be read in our prospectus, which is available on the school website www.soarvalley.leicester.sch.uk We are an outstanding 11-16 community, comprehensive school in the city of Leicester with approximately 1560 students on roll currently, and are heavily over-subscribed every year with more first choice applications than places available. Students come from very diverse ethnic, cultural and religious backgrounds, which contributes to our unique ethos. We have a fantastic team of staff who go to great lengths to ensure every child can and does succeed in education. As a school, we value effort above all else with students; all can achieve, and they do! The staff work very effectively together and achieve excellent outcomes for our students, of which we are very proud. Even more pleasing though, are the superb relationships we have in the school, between all, which make it a great place to work, and an excellent place to begin or continue your career. IT across the school is exceptionally well led by a dynamic and inspirational Director, also Head of Computer Science/IT, who started his career here as a technician, testimony to how we value and develop staff with potential, and the fact that staff want to stay. The technician support team is headed up by a very experienced and supportive member of staff, with two others plus an onsite technician from our managed service provider. IT facilities are excellent. As well as five dedicated IT classrooms, all subject areas have access to a suite of lapsafes and there is specialist equipment in music, art, media studies for example.Working Hours :Monday - Thursday, 8.00am - 4.00pm. Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 3.30pm. Term time only (38 weeks) plus 20 hours holiday time.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Highly accurate,Good time management abilities ....Read more...

SEN Funding Systems Support Officer

Job Purpose: To deliver a highly effective and efficient finance support service that enables the SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) Service to achieve its objectives and improve outcomes for children and young people. The role focuses on the accurate management of SEN pupil placement and funding data, ensuring that all financial records are up to date, and supporting budget monitoring using the Oracle Planning & Budgeting tool. Key Responsibilities: Support the SEND QA Manager in delivering high-quality finance services that align with statutory and operational needs. Maintain and monitor accurate budget data in collaboration with the finance team, using the Oracle Planning & Budgeting tool for effective revenue budget tracking. Ensure all SEN pupil placement and funding records for Lambeth pupils are kept accurate, timely, and consistent with local authority expectations. Manage funding and payments efficiently to service providers, including schools, parents, and independent specialist providers. Assist in developing, reviewing, and implementing financial systems and procedures that support the SEND service’s operational goals. Identify areas for process improvement and support changes that lead to enhanced service delivery and financial accuracy. Respond to queries from internal and external stakeholders regarding funding, placement data, and payment processing. Person Specification: Essential Experience & Knowledge: Experience in financial administration or funding support within an education or local authority setting. Strong understanding of SEND funding arrangements and placement tracking processes. Proficient in financial systems, particularly Oracle Planning & Budgeting or similar tools. Experience managing budgets and processing payments to a variety of stakeholders. Excellent attention to detail and data accuracy skills. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal. Desirable: Knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and statutory requirements for Local Authorities. Experience supporting QA (Quality Assurance) functions in a public sector context. Who Can Apply: This role would be ideal for: Finance Officers or Administrators with experience in education, local authority, or children’s services settings. SEND Administrators or EHCP Coordinators with strong knowledge of funding processes and placement records. Data or Business Support Officers who have worked in budget monitoring or pupil data management roles. Local Government Officers with experience in managing payments and working with education finance teams. Education Professionals with strong administrative and financial tracking experience, especially those familiar with Oracle or similar systems. Individuals with strong numeracy, organisational, and IT skills looking to contribute to improving services for children with special educational needs. ....Read more...

PE & Sports Coach Apprentice

Are you passionate about sports and physical activity? Do you love working with children to make a difference and impact on their learning and wellbeing? Can you be a positive role model to inspire and motivate children? Would you relish the opportunity to work alongside a friendly, supportive and hard-working team? If so, our apprenticeship opportunity may be perfect for you! This is an excellent opportunity for a flexible, creative and committed individual to join our happy, vibrant and skilful team. We have two vacancies available to work as full time sports coaches in Boldmere Infant and Junior Schools (one predominantly working in each venue). The Sports Coach apprentice has an important role to play in improving the health and wellbeing of children, families and communities by delivering fun, inclusive and engaging activities that help to bring about a change in physical activity habits. They will use extensive technical and tactical sports knowledge and skills to design and deliver coaching programmes that engage, motivate and evolve participants’ skills and performance. During this programme, Apprentices will engage in training that will develop and enhance their coaching skills and equip them to work in a variety of environments. In addition to this, there will also be a unique opportunity for candidates to engage in training that will develop and enhance their classroom practice/teaching skills so they can deliver whole class teaching for PE. School Sport Coaches design and deliver coaching programmes that focus on the acceleration of sustainable mastery of children’s psychomotor skills and wider physical education standards. They profile children’s cognitive, social, emotional and physical development needs. They measure psychomotor, technical and tactical skills in a range of physical activity contexts drawn from the Department for Education’s National Curriculum to enable physical education targets to be agreed upon. These results are used to create a curriculum plan that considers school term schedules and a ‘whole child’ development approach. The nature of roles and responsibilities for this role may include: Working directly with pupils of all ages Support/lead extra-curricular activities Assist with school games competitions & events Run/organise and support physical activity and engagement at break and lunch times Supporting the delivery of high quality and inclusive PE lessons to pupils in school in line with the requirements of the national curriculum for PE and the profile of needs across the pupil population Delivering interventions for pupils who are part of the Boldmere Inclusion Base (specific facility for pupils diagnosed with Autistic Spectrum Disorder) Support the delivery of holiday activity provision as part of Aspire's Active Camp programme Administration tasks related to planning and evaluating coaching activities/projects Safeguard children at all times Contribute to raising standards by ensuring high expectations are shared with children Supervise and support pupils ensuring their safety, by complying with good H&S practice Support the teachers and other staff in managing pupil behaviour, reporting difficulties as appropriate Attend training sessions as required for CPD purposes Training:The blended learning delivery design encompasses a range of methods to engage apprentices and offers a rich and exciting programme. Your training programme will involve: Level 4 School Sports Coach Apprenticeship Standard & qualification Sector specific CPD, such as: Multi-skills Coaching qualification Supporting the PE curriculum Behaviour Management Practical PE Curriculum Outdoor adventurous activities Gymnastics Dance Safeguarding / Prevent Mental Health and Wellbeing Functional Skills in maths and English (where required)Training Outcome:We will support you in your personal and professional development by providing you with the underpinning knowledge, skills and experience for the following: Careers within the Sport Coaching industry Potential further employment with the employer Opportunity for further education Employer Description:We have a great opportunity for two apprentices to be based full time in Boldmere Infant and Junior School. The Federation of Boldmere is an inclusive three-form entry setting, comprising of our Nursery & Infant School, Boldmere Inclusion Base (BIB) and Boldmere Junior School, all of which are located on the same site. We are situated in the Sutton Coldfield area of Birmingham. We offer places for children between the ages of 3-11 years and in addition to our mainstream classes have our Inclusion Base for children diagnosed with ASD. Aspire Active Education Group are a sport specialist coaching provider. We believe that combating inactivity requires a shift in attitudes and participation trends, both at home and at school. Simply, if physical activity were a pill, doctors would be rushing to prescribe it. But there are no magic pills. We're driven by a deep passion to engage children and young people in physical activity and inspire active lives. Our customer-centric delivery, training and partner framework not only boosts their health and well-being but also empowers them to excel academically. Every single day, we're committed to getting more than 1 million young people moving and enjoying the benefits of physical activity by the year 2025.Working Hours :Monday to Friday at Boldmere Infant/Junior during term time. Timetables will be designed to fit requirements. The apprentices will also work at holiday activity camps locally during the school holidays.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness,Working with children ....Read more...