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Teaching Assistant Apprentice (Term Time Only)
Supporting Pupils Build positive relationships with pupils, promoting high self-esteem and independence Adapt communication style to respond to pupils according to their individual needs Support pupils with their social, emotional, and mental health needs, escalating concerns where appropriate Promote high standards of behaviour, responding to incidents in line with the school’s behaviour policy and guidelines on physical intervention Teaching and Learning Support the teaching of a broad and balanced curriculum aimed at pupils achieving their full potential in all areas of learning Use ICT skills to advance pupils’ learning Through observations, provide regular feedback to teachers on pupil progress, attainment and barriers to learning Support class teachers with maintaining good order and discipline among pupils, managing behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment Monitor, record and report on progress and attainment Contribute to the overall ethos, aims and work of the school Working with staff, parents/carers and relevant professionals Communicate effectively with parents and carers under the direction of teachers Contribute to meetings with parents and carers by providing feedback on pupil progress, attainment and barriers to learning, as directed by teachers Collaborate and work with colleagues and other relevant professionals within and beyond the school Develop effective professional relationships with colleagues Professional Development Help keep their own knowledge and understanding relevant and up-to-date by reflecting on their own practice, liaising with school leaders, and identifying relevant professional development to improve personal effectiveness Take opportunities to build the appropriate skills, qualifications, and/or experience needed for the role, with support from the school Take part in the school’s appraisal procedures Other areas of responsibility: Safeguarding Work in line with statutory safeguarding guidance (e.g. Keeping Children Safe in Education, Prevent) and our safeguarding and child protection policies Promote the safeguarding of all pupils in the school Please note, this is illustrative of the general nature and level of responsibility of the role. It is not a comprehensive list of all tasks that the post holder will carry out. The post holder may be required to do other duties appropriate to the level of the role, as directed by the headteacher or line manager.Training:Teaching Assistant Level 3 Standard Apprenticeship. Functional Skills in maths and English if required. Full training will be provided on an ongoing daily basis and when required. You will be working towards a NVQ qualification. An assessor will be allocated to you to progress/help you through you course. Continual assessment for NVQ’s coupled with assignments/or exams depending on course of study. There will be a one-off visit required to Dudley College to attend an Initial Assessment Day. Therefafter, no college attendance is required, your course will be delivered to you in your workplace. Time spent training will be part of the agreed contracted hours of the working week. At the end of your training you will sit an exam and submit course work as part of your assessment, and you will receive a Level 3 qualification.Training Outcome:Potential full-time Teaching Assistant post.Employer Description:Priory Park Community School is an alternative provision independent school in the Wren’s Nest area of Dudley to provide support for young people with social, emotional and mental health difficulties or who are at significant risk of permanent exclusion from mainstream school. The community focussed school is unique to the borough, offering a broad and balanced core curriculum but also focussing on mentoring through sporting activities.Working Hours :Working week: Monday - Friday. Start: 8:45am. Finish: 2:45pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Organisation skills,Number skills,Team working,Patience,Active listening skills ....Read more...
Occupational Health Advisor
Key Responsibilities Operational Management Provide OH services and expert advice regarding fitness for work, suitability for employment, and rehabilitation in accordance with professional standards, legislation, and local policies. Develop and evaluate cost-effective health promotion activities for Council staff, schools, and external clients. Use specialist knowledge to advise peers, managers, and clients on complex health matters. Communication Represent Health and Wellbeing Services in internal and external meetings, deputising for the line manager when required. Maintain accurate clinical notes in accordance with legislation and ethical standards. Liaise effectively with GPs, consultants, and other healthcare providers. Partnerships & Corporate Working Collaborate with the line manager to design and deliver effective health initiatives for Council staff and external partners. Liaise with Occupational Health Physicians on complex referrals and ill health retirement cases. Actively participate in HR projects and support corporate health strategies. Systems and Information Use OH software to maintain confidential patient records. Support information sharing and documentation between OH and Employment Support Services in line with legal and ethical standards. Contribute to performance data analysis and clinical audit to support attendance management and service improvement. Strategic Contribution Work with HR colleagues to review and enhance attendance management processes. Contribute to planning, delivery, and evaluation of health promotion and public health initiatives across the Council. Knowledge: Strong understanding of Occupational Health Nursing practices and services. In-depth knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and the Equality Act 2010. Understanding of evidence-based practice, clinical governance, and health promotion strategies. Experience: Significant post-registration clinical experience in Occupational Health or equivalent. Proven experience delivering nurse-led OH services. Experience conducting health screening and surveillance. Demonstrated success in planning and delivering health promotion campaigns. Skills: Ability to manage a clinical caseload independently. Strong clinical reasoning and decision-making skills. Skilled in delivering training and presentations. Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities. High level of digital literacy and report writing competence. Qualifications: Registered General Nurse (RGN). Registered Occupational Health Nurse (Diploma or Degree-level). ....Read more...
Modern Slavery Outreach Advocate
Black Country Women’s Aid Let us introduce ourselves… Black Country Women’s Aid (BCWA) is an established charity working across the Black Country and wider West Midlands, providing accommodation and community support services to victims of domestic abuse, sexual abuse and human trafficking. Services range from advocacy, civil remedies, support in court, individual and group support and access to a range of therapeutic interventions. All services are client and needs-led. The team: BCWA Modern Slavery Support Service is a specialist service providing accommodation and community support to victims of modern-day slavery and human trafficking, who have accessed the National Referral Mechanism and are supported under the Home Office national contracting arrangements. BCWA is the lead provider of services covering the West Midlands area and some of the bordering local authorities. The service works in partnership with key agencies to assess risk and provide tailored support plans for service users. BCWA support, as defined by the national contract, is to ensure that victims of modern slavery receive a safe space to live, support including financial and practical assistance and referrals to partner agencies as necessary. Job Role Job Title: Modern Slavery Outreach AdvocatePosition type: Full-time positions available (37.5 hours/Monday-Friday), based in the West MidlandsSalary: £24,315.30 - £26,917.29Closing date: 30 June 2025 Is this you? We are looking for a highly skilled Modern Slavery Outreach Advocate with excellent communication skills, compassion and understanding of the impact of abuse and exploitation. We are looking for an innovative candidate who has experience of working with adults who have experienced trauma and abuse.This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys problem-solving and developing their leadership skills. The Role: The successful candidate will provide a high-quality frontline service to both female and male victims of Modern Slavery (international human trafficking) and their children within the West Midlands area. You will be involved in all aspects of case management, including: risk assessment, needs assessment, journey planning, outcomes and case review when supporting clients through their recovery and reflection period. If you are self-driven, conscientious, hardworking with lots of ambition, we would love to hear from you. To be considered for this position, click 'apply' and you will be emailed a link to an application form, job description, and equal ops form, plus details on how to complete your application. CVs will not be accepted. Important information for all positions Black Country Women’s Aid is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.All posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. It will be necessary for an enhanced disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service for details of any previous criminal convictions. Employment checks As a responsible employer, we adhere to safer recruitment practice and all our employees are subject to the following recruitment checks: Right to work in the UKUnder Section 8 of the Asylum and Immigration Act, we, as a responsible employer, need to ensure that we do not employ anyone illegally. To avoid discrimination, we treat all job applicants equally. We therefore ask all candidates selected for interview to bring original documentation to show their Right to Work in the UK. A copy of these will be taken. Once the successful candidate has been appointed, the unsuccessful candidate's documents will be destroyed confidentially. You may be refused an interview if you do not bring the correct documents with you. References Following your interview, two employment references will be sought. One of these should be your current or most recent employer. If you have finished full-time education and you have no employer reference, we will accept a reference from: • a professional from your centre of study, for instance, a teacher, lecturer or headteacher• GP or health visitor• a character reference from a person who knows you• a civil servant from a government agency• a bank manager DBS All positions are subject to DBS checks at the relevant level. ....Read more...
Modern Slavery Outreach Advocate
Black Country Women’s Aid Let us introduce ourselves… Black Country Women’s Aid (BCWA) is an established charity working across the Black Country and wider West Midlands, providing accommodation and community support services to victims of domestic abuse, sexual abuse and human trafficking. Services range from advocacy, civil remedies, support in court, individual and group support and access to a range of therapeutic interventions. All services are client and needs-led. The team: BCWA Modern Slavery Support Service is a specialist service providing accommodation and community support to victims of modern-day slavery and human trafficking, who have accessed the National Referral Mechanism and are supported under the Home Office national contracting arrangements. BCWA is the lead provider of services covering the West Midlands area and some of the bordering local authorities. The service works in partnership with key agencies to assess risk and provide tailored support plans for service users. BCWA support, as defined by the national contract, is to ensure that victims of modern slavery receive a safe space to live, support including financial and practical assistance and referrals to partner agencies as necessary. Job Role Job Title: Modern Slavery Outreach AdvocatePosition type: Full-time positions available (37.5 hours/Monday-Friday), based in the West MidlandsSalary: £24,315.30 - £26,917.29Closing date: 30 June 2025 Is this you? We are looking for a highly skilled Modern Slavery Outreach Advocate with excellent communication skills, compassion and understanding of the impact of abuse and exploitation. We are looking for an innovative candidate who has experience of working with adults who have experienced trauma and abuse.This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys problem-solving and developing their leadership skills. The Role: The successful candidate will provide a high-quality frontline service to both female and male victims of Modern Slavery (international human trafficking) and their children within the West Midlands area. You will be involved in all aspects of case management, including: risk assessment, needs assessment, journey planning, outcomes and case review when supporting clients through their recovery and reflection period. If you are self-driven, conscientious, hardworking with lots of ambition, we would love to hear from you. To be considered for this position, click 'apply' and you will be emailed a link to an application form, job description, and equal ops form, plus details on how to complete your application. CVs will not be accepted. Important information for all positions Black Country Women’s Aid is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.All posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. It will be necessary for an enhanced disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service for details of any previous criminal convictions. Employment checks As a responsible employer, we adhere to safer recruitment practice and all our employees are subject to the following recruitment checks: Right to work in the UKUnder Section 8 of the Asylum and Immigration Act, we, as a responsible employer, need to ensure that we do not employ anyone illegally. To avoid discrimination, we treat all job applicants equally. We therefore ask all candidates selected for interview to bring original documentation to show their Right to Work in the UK. A copy of these will be taken. Once the successful candidate has been appointed, the unsuccessful candidate's documents will be destroyed confidentially. You may be refused an interview if you do not bring the correct documents with you. References Following your interview, two employment references will be sought. One of these should be your current or most recent employer. If you have finished full-time education and you have no employer reference, we will accept a reference from: • a professional from your centre of study, for instance, a teacher, lecturer or headteacher• GP or health visitor• a character reference from a person who knows you• a civil servant from a government agency• a bank manager DBS All positions are subject to DBS checks at the relevant level. ....Read more...
Learning and Development Specialist
Black Country Women’s Aid Let us introduce ourselves… Black Country Women’s Aid (BCWA) is an established charity working across the Black Country and wider West Midlands, providing accommodation and community support services to victims of domestic abuse, sexual abuse and human trafficking. Services range from advocacy, civil remedies, support in court, individual and group support and access to a range of therapeutic interventions. All services are client and needs-led. The team:Our Corporate Services comprise of BCWA’s Finance, Fundraising, Human Resources, Training and Governance teams. The work undertaken by Corporate Services underpins the support provided by our frontline staff. As BCWA has grown, Corporate Services has become more integral to the development and success of the organisation and we are now looking for support to develop and deliver training and learning opportunities within the organisation and externally. Job Role Job Title: Learning and Development SpecialistPosition available: 1 full-time position (37.5 hours), based across the Black CountrySalary: £32,000-£36,000Closing date: 16 June 2025All interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams Is this you?We are seeking a dedicated Learning and Development Specialist to join Black Country Women's Aid. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in training and education, with experience in developing and delivering engaging content both in-person and online. Proficiency in IT, including Office 365 and virtual platforms, is essential. You should possess a deep understanding of VAWG and the impact of abuse and violence on individuals. Your commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children, and young people is paramount. We value a feminist perspective and a client-centred, trauma-informed approach, demonstrating empathy, respect, and compassion in all interactions. We are looking for someone with enthusiasm for learning e-learning platforms and creating interactive content. If you are organised, proactive, and possess excellent communication skills, we want to hear from you. Join us in making a difference and empowering victims and survivors of abuse. The Role: The postholder will ensure that the necessary training is monitored and accessible to staff during their induction and for continued professional development, as part of our workforce development strategy. They will work alongside experts by experience and specialist staff members to develop effective training and assist with the facilitation of this, as and when required. The postholder will be able to create, develop and adapt materials to meet learner needs and deliver training in person and via online platforms. If you are self-driven, conscientious, hardworking with lots of ambition, we would love to hear from you. To be considered for this position, click 'apply' and you will be emailed a link to an application form, job description, and equal ops form, plus details on how to complete your application. CVs will not be accepted. Important information for all positions Black Country Women’s Aid is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. It will be necessary for an enhanced disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service for details of any previous criminal convictions.Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies. The post holder must be female. Employment checks As a responsible employer, we adhere to safer recruitment practice and all our employees are subject to the following recruitment checks: Right to work in the UKUnder Section 8 of the Asylum and Immigration Act, we, as a responsible employer, need to ensure that we do not employ anyone illegally. To avoid discrimination, we treat all job applicants equally. We therefore ask all candidates selected for interview to bring original documentation to show their Right to Work in the UK. A copy of these will be taken. Once the successful candidate has been appointed, the unsuccessful candidate's documents will be destroyed confidentially. You may be refused an interview if you do not bring the correct documents with you. References Following your interview, two employment references will be sought. One of these should be your current or most recent employer. If you have finished full-time education and you have no employer reference, we will accept a reference from: • a professional from your centre of study, for instance, a teacher, lecturer or headteacher• GP or health visitor• a character reference from a person who knows you• a civil servant from a government agency• a bank manager DBS All positions are subject to DBS checks at the relevant level. ....Read more...
Learning and Development Specialist
Black Country Women’s Aid Let us introduce ourselves… Black Country Women’s Aid (BCWA) is an established charity working across the Black Country and wider West Midlands, providing accommodation and community support services to victims of domestic abuse, sexual abuse and human trafficking. Services range from advocacy, civil remedies, support in court, individual and group support and access to a range of therapeutic interventions. All services are client and needs-led. The team:Our Corporate Services comprise of BCWA’s Finance, Fundraising, Human Resources, Training and Governance teams. The work undertaken by Corporate Services underpins the support provided by our frontline staff. As BCWA has grown, Corporate Services has become more integral to the development and success of the organisation and we are now looking for support to develop and deliver training and learning opportunities within the organisation and externally. Job Role Job Title: Learning and Development SpecialistPosition available: 1 full-time position (37.5 hours), based across the Black CountrySalary: £32,000-£36,000Closing date: 16 June 2025All interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams Is this you?We are seeking a dedicated Learning and Development Specialist to join Black Country Women's Aid. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in training and education, with experience in developing and delivering engaging content both in-person and online. Proficiency in IT, including Office 365 and virtual platforms, is essential. You should possess a deep understanding of VAWG and the impact of abuse and violence on individuals. Your commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children, and young people is paramount. We value a feminist perspective and a client-centred, trauma-informed approach, demonstrating empathy, respect, and compassion in all interactions. We are looking for someone with enthusiasm for learning e-learning platforms and creating interactive content. If you are organised, proactive, and possess excellent communication skills, we want to hear from you. Join us in making a difference and empowering victims and survivors of abuse. The Role: The postholder will ensure that the necessary training is monitored and accessible to staff during their induction and for continued professional development, as part of our workforce development strategy. They will work alongside experts by experience and specialist staff members to develop effective training and assist with the facilitation of this, as and when required. The postholder will be able to create, develop and adapt materials to meet learner needs and deliver training in person and via online platforms. If you are self-driven, conscientious, hardworking with lots of ambition, we would love to hear from you. To be considered for this position, click 'apply' and you will be emailed a link to an application form, job description, and equal ops form, plus details on how to complete your application. CVs will not be accepted. Important information for all positions Black Country Women’s Aid is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. It will be necessary for an enhanced disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service for details of any previous criminal convictions.Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies. The post holder must be female. Employment checks As a responsible employer, we adhere to safer recruitment practice and all our employees are subject to the following recruitment checks: Right to work in the UKUnder Section 8 of the Asylum and Immigration Act, we, as a responsible employer, need to ensure that we do not employ anyone illegally. To avoid discrimination, we treat all job applicants equally. We therefore ask all candidates selected for interview to bring original documentation to show their Right to Work in the UK. A copy of these will be taken. Once the successful candidate has been appointed, the unsuccessful candidate's documents will be destroyed confidentially. You may be refused an interview if you do not bring the correct documents with you. References Following your interview, two employment references will be sought. One of these should be your current or most recent employer. If you have finished full-time education and you have no employer reference, we will accept a reference from: • a professional from your centre of study, for instance, a teacher, lecturer or headteacher• GP or health visitor• a character reference from a person who knows you• a civil servant from a government agency• a bank manager DBS All positions are subject to DBS checks at the relevant level. ....Read more...
Service Manager (Supported Living)
Are you an adaptable, strong leader, who wants to be part of forward thinking, growing charity with a modern, creative and holistic approach? I am looking for an experienced Deputy or Service Manager to lead staff in services for a specialist provider that supports the independence of those with Learning Disabilities. This role is based in Andover with a salary of £32,000 -£35,00 (DOE) Please do not apply for this job if you require sponsorship to work in the UK. This position is only available for those who have right to work in the UK. Charles Hunter Associates are a specialist recruitment consultancy, established for 13 years. I work within in the South of England and will work closely with you to help find the most suitable role. Requirements: QCF Level 5 Leadership and Management or willingness to complete A successful track record of performance managing staff within adult social care services A great understanding of CQC framework and regulations, as well as risk assessment and safety management Excellent IT and organisational skills Full, clean driving licence and access to a car Benefits Access to a rewards scheme designed to save money on shopping Contributory Pension Scheme Induction and ongoing training. Employee Assistance Programme Cycle to Work Wellbeing support (including counselling services, occupational health, and physiotherapy) If you are looking for your next exciting and rewarding career, then apply now! I will call you within 3 days of your successful application, answer any questions, and fast track your application to my client. Alternatively, please contact Laura for more information on similar roles. #IND-CH-SUPWK-PRM24 Hello {CANDIDATE_FIRSTNAME} I found your resume on Indeed and wanted to reach out about the Children's Deputy Manager position with Charles Hunter Associates. Your experience as a Deputy Manager, in children's homes and experience with therapeutic practice aligns well with this role. This position offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits, along with the opportunity to work in a newly refurbished home with a Local Authority provider. If you're interested, please select 'Confirm my interest' to learn more! If for whatever reason, this role doesn't quite tick all the boxes, confirm your interest anyway and I can you something more suitable! Thanks, Laura Hulin I am looking or Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teacher who specialises in Maths as a subject for an SEMH school based in Croydon. The school is part of a nationwide provider that provides specialised educational and residential services for young people with SEMH, SEN and additional needs. You will be part of a team that values innovation, compassion, and excellence in education, ensuring that every student receives the support they need to succeed. As an SEMH Teacher, you'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of students, helping them achieve their full potential. A SEMH Teacher's primary goal is to create an inclusive and supportive learning environment where every student can thrive. This role is crucial in providing high-quality learning experiences for students with diverse needs. This rewarding position requires a deep understanding of various challenges that students may face, including Autism, Social Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) issues, and Learning Disabilities. Your Responsibilities Individualized Education Plans (IEPs):Developing and implementing personalized learning plans tailored to each student's unique needs and abilities. Classroom Management: Maintaining a structured and positive classroom atmosphere that encourages participation and learning. Collaboration: Working closely with other teachers, support staff, and parents to ensure a consistent approach to each student's education and well-being. Continuous Assessment: Regularly evaluating student progress and adjusting teaching strategies to meet evolving needs. Required Qualifications A Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)or equivalent qualification, emphasizing special education. Experience or specialized training in working with children with Autism, SEMH, and Learning Disabilities. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with students, colleagues, and families. Skills and Attributes Empathy and Patience: Understanding the unique challenges faced by students with special needs and showing compassion in addressing them. Adaptability: Being able to adjust teaching methods and materials to suit different learning styles and abilities. Problem-solving: Developing creative solutions to overcome educational barriers and foster student success. Commitment to Inclusion: Dedicated to promoting an inclusive environment where all students feel valued and supported. If this sounds like a match for you, then please get in touch for more information Work for an Independent, progressive and OFSTED rated ‘OUTSTANDING’ children's social care provider that specialises in the support of young people and children with Learning Disabilities, based in Herne Bay. If you have experience leading staff within children's residential homes and a Level 3 in residential childcare, then I want to hear from you! Starting salary of £30,160 - £34,830 Please do not apply for this job if you require sponsorship to work in the UK. This position is only available for those who have right to work in the UK. Charles Hunter Associates are a specialist recruitment consultancy, established for 13 years. I work within in the South of England and work closely with you to help find the most suitable role. Benefits: Competitive salary and pension Refer a friend scheme Staff recognition schemes Team building days and events Award and achievement ceremonies Part & full time, sessional contracts High level of management support Bespoken training packages Coaching for professional and personal development, career progression including fully funded Level 3,4 and 5 adult & child care diplomas Well-being individual counselling and group session support Requirements: A level 3 Residential Childcare Diploma or equivalent specific to children's residential care You must be 21 years of age or older Social care experience with challenging behaviours at senior level in either Adult or Children's social care Good knowledge of Ofsted A successful track record of shift leading teams within children's homes. Experience with and a passion for working with children and young people Responsibilities: Team Leadership, staff allocation and performance management Rotas Risk Assessments and care plan updates Safeguarding Medication Auditing If you are looking for your next exciting and rewarding career move contact: Laura ....Read more...
Key Worker
Hours: 37 per week Reporting to: Lead Tutors Responsible for: Planning and facilitating child centred holistic provision as outlined in EHCP. Working with the wider MDT to provide feedback on impact of all provision. Main Purpose: To work under the instruction/guidance of the lead teacher to undertake work/care/support programmes, to enable access to learning for YP and to assist the MDT in the deliverance of the outcomes specified with YP’s EHCP. Work closely with Lead Tutors and liaise with MDT to support the educational and health aspects of EHCP provision To support the YP’s so that education and health is accessible through a bespoke package of delivery to aid curriculum engagement To meet the needs of the individual and advocate for their best interests To carry out additional appropriate administrative tasks with guidance from Lead Tutors Support for the young person: Establish positive and constructive relationships with YP and interact with her according to her individual needs. Promote the inclusion and acceptance of YP and her pets. Where possible, encourage YP to interact with others and engage in activities. Set measurable expectations that are not demanding Promote self-esteem and independence. Provide feedback to YP in relation to progress and achievement under guidance of the Lead teacher. Deliver YP’s curriculum in short bursts of learning, capitalising on her interest. Motivate and engage YP throughout various aspects of the day. Support YP to feel less anxiety around her activities. Support and supervise YP to attend relevant activities Implementing therapy recommendations and programmes provided by the Speech and Language Therapist and Occupational Therapist Undergo all necessary training in relation to the role Support YP to engage in the interventions described within the EHC plan Supporting with regulation, wellbeing and implementing the strategies provided by a Mental health nurse to support YP’s mental health Set clear but achievable expectations for any work set. All interactions must follow guidance for Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) to minimise perceived and actual demands. Be flexible and adaptable. As strategies may need to change much frequently. Always implement a low-arousal approach. Support YP to use a self-regulatory program Accompany YP within the community when appropriate Understanding of behaviour management techniques and strategies. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Flexibility, resilience, and a positive attitude towards challenges. Be aware of YP’s accepted and non-accepted foods Prioritise YP’s feeling comfortable when eating her accepted foods Support for Lead teacher: Create and maintain a purposeful, orderly and supportive environment, in accordance with agreed activities. Use strategies, in liaison with the Lead teacher, to support YP to achieve her goals. Assist with the planning of activities. Monitor YP’s responses to activities and accurately record achievement/progress as directed. Provide detailed and regular feedback to the Lead teacher on YP’s achievement and progress, Promote good pupil behaviour Establish a positive and constructive relationships with parents/carers. Provide clerical/admin support e.g., photocopying, typing, filing, etc Working with staff, parents/carers and relevant professionals: Communicate effectively with MDT and ensure professional courtesy is always displayed in the place of work. Contribute to meetings with parents by providing feedback on pupil progress, attainment and barriers to learning etc. Involve MDT in all areas of decision making so that all activities are transparent and meaningful. Keep MDT accurately informed of performance and progress, or concerns they may have about YP Understand their role in order to be able to work collaboratively with MDT and family in a positive and collaborative manner Collaborate and work with colleagues and other relevant professionals within and beyond the placement Support for the curriculum: Undertake structured and agreed learning activities/teaching programmes, adjusting activities according to YP’s responses. Support the use of ICT in learning activities and develop YP’s’ competence and independence in its use. Prepare, maintain and use equipment/resources required to meet the relevant activity and assist YP in their use. The visual clarification methods (symbol strips, written messages, cartoon drawings etc) should be used where appropriate Use visual support, worked examples and demonstrations during explanations so YP does not have to rely on her working memory when processing large amounts of information. Planning and meeting with members of the MDT regularly Tracking and reviewing of interventions alongside the Lead teacher and the Lead professional. Provide opportunities for learning within a flexible and responsive curriculum programme Supervise and provide support for YP, ensuring her safety and access to activities. Assist with the development and implementation of Activity plans and reviews. Monitor and track progress made against specific targets. support YP’s vocabulary and specific literacy difficulties. Demonstrate an informed and efficient approach to teaching and learning by adopting relevant strategies to support the work of MDT and improving engagement through creative approaches Promote, support and facilitate inclusion by creating learning opportunities in line with interests and passions Use effective strategies in line with policies to improve outcomes through a tailored and bespoke approach Organise and manage teaching space and resources to help maintain a stimulating and safe learning environment Undertake any other relevant duties given by the MDT, through discussion with Lead Tutors Professional development: Help keep their own knowledge and understanding relevant and up to date by reflecting on their own practice, liaising with MDT and members of the team, and identifying relevant professional development to improve personal effectiveness Take opportunities to build the appropriate skills, qualifications, and/or experience needed for the role, with support from the MDT Take part in appraisal system Engage with relevant training required or mandated from line manager/MDT in line with EHCP requirements to ensure the role can be carried out with maximum effectiveness. Please note, this is illustrative of the general nature and level of responsibility of the role. It is not a comprehensive list of all tasks that the key worker will carry out. The post holder may be required to do other duties appropriate to the level of the role, as directed by MDT or line manager If you are interested in this role, and would like more information please feel free to call 01925 594 203 or email ....Read more...
Administrative Assistant
Main purpose of the job: To provide comprehensive administrative support to a range of services across the organisation to meet the core business needs of the service (as deployed by the Team Leader and agreed with the Customer Service Operations Manager. Main Duties and Responsibilities: Under the direction of the Team Leader, to ensure that key administrative tasks assigned are undertaken and delivered as set out within the Service Level Agreement, meeting agreed timescales and frequency. To work within consistent business support and administration processes and To develop an understanding of the specific business support and administration needs of the service To develop an in-depth knowledge of legislative and statutory requirements of the service area To adopt systems and processes to meet operational needs of the team To adopt a flexible approach to working, and, respond quickly and effectively to peaks and troughs in service To develop an understanding of all business support hubs Specific job activities include:- Meetings Support – including room bookings, collation and distribution of papers, keeping record of attendance and taking minutes at key statutory, strategic and partnership meetings including conferences, Panels and professional meetings. Email Support – including monitoring team/group and duty inboxes, following up any actions as appropriate and responding within agreed timescales. To accurately record confidential information on the relevant IT systems including and run reports for the appropriate service area supported. To support the service area in relation to finance systems, invoicing and procurement, adhering to audit requirements and using specific systems etc. Provision of general administrative support to the service area including keeping track of up-coming events, on-line research and data returns, support for reporting and provision of performance statistics, preparation of legal bundles and contracts etc. Responsibility for collection and distribution of post received in either hard copy or electronic format and scanning as appropriate to ensure a paperless environment is in place Provision of general administrative tasks such as data entry, photocopying, faxing and managing both hard copy and electronic filing systems. Liaison with IT contractor and the Web Team, updating web content for their specific service areas. To support managers/professional staff in ensuring that their electronic diaries are kept up to date with visits, and are accessible to everyone in the team, enabling administrators to maintain up-to-date electronic team calendar. Cover reception areas and other customer focused duties as required to meet service needs and ensure appropriate levels of support is adhered to. Office Supplies - including reviewing stocks and supplies and placing relevant orders and liaising with Facilities on any specialist service requirements for which they hold the The postholder is expected to work on their own initiative, with appropriate advice and guidance from their Team Day-to-day workload will be assigned and managed by the Team Leader. The postholder will be required to adopt an effective and efficient approach to the delivery of the service to enhance outcomes of the service area, as well as consistent working practices and processes which maximise the use of new technology and efficiencies. The postholder will be required to undertake any other duties comensurate with the role and grading as directed and requested by the Team Leader. Essential Good numeracy and literacy skills NVQ Level 2 in Business Administration Experience in providing comprehensive administrative support, across a range of services and/or individuals Experience of managing electronic or hard copy filing systems Demonstrable organisational skills and the ability to organise and prioritise work to competing demands Experience and competence using IT and common business support packages including Word, Outlook, Excel, LiquidLogic, Capita, Child View and Business Objects (BOXI) as well as recognition of the importance of the effective use of ICT to deliver streamlined, efficient administrative tasks Ability to effectively produce a range of documents including letters and minutes of meetings Ability to accurately and efficiently input and maintain information on client contact and case work Ability to communicate in a manner which is easily understood and tailored to meet the needs of the Ability to take ownership of work and fulfil agreed commitments, checking work for accuracy. Demonstrable experience of identifying/recognising potential problems, and taking appropriate action to meet the needs of the service Ability to think about alternative ways of doing things and being open to new work practices and responsive to change. Knowledge and understanding of supporting legislation and current best practice in relation to services. If interested, please submit CV and call Varsha on 02036913890 between 9am to 5pm (Mon to Fri) ....Read more...
Children’s Independent Sexual Violence Advisor (CHISVA)
Black Country Women’s Aid Let us introduce ourselves… Black Country Women’s Aid (BCWA) is an established charity working across the Black Country and wider West Midlands, providing accommodation and community support services to victims of domestic abuse, sexual abuse and human trafficking. Services range from advocacy, civil remedies, support in court, individual and group support and access to a range of therapeutic interventions. All services are client and needs-led. Community Services Directorate Within this directorate, the following vital services are delivered;Black Country Women’s Aid Community Services include; • Community Domestic Abuse Support Services (Sandwell, Walsall and Dudley) • Black Country IRIS (primary care) educator and advocacy service • Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Services (Black Country)• Black Country Sexual Abuse Forum• Black Country Counselling Service • Domestic and sexual abuse, Children and Young Person’s Service (Black Country)• West Midlands Stalking Service• Ask Marc (Male abuse referral centre)This position is located within the Community Rape and Sexual Violence Service The team: The Rape and Sexual Violence Service is the largest specialist service provider in the Black Country, supporting victims and survivors of sexual abuse. The service offers support to anyone who has experienced rape, sexual violence and childhood sexual abuse. Our specialist team combine sector expertise with a sound understanding of trauma, providing an exceptional service to our clients. As a service, we are focused on proactively engaging clients to provide them with the support they require through their journey. We have a team of ambitious, self-driven individuals who support each other. Teamwork, respect and solidarity is at the forefront of our ethos. Job role Job Title: Children’s Independent Sexual Violence Advisor (CHISVA)Positions available: 1 full-time, 12-month maternity cover positionSalary: £24,310.04 - £27,751.55 (dependent upon qualifications and experience) Closing date: 24 June 2025All interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams Is this you? We are looking for a qualified/unqualified Children’s Independent Sexual Violence Advisor (CHISVA) to join our supportive Rape and Sexual Violence Service. If you are not qualified, this is an exciting training opportunity providing the appropriate training, support and guidance. We are looking for an innovative candidate with experience of working with children and young people who have experienced sexual abuse. This is a great opportunity for someone who loves working with children and young people, providing trauma-focused support. The role: You will be working with children and young people, between the ages of 5 and 18, who are victims of sexual violence and sexual abuse. You will be required to provide a high-quality frontline service to victims, ensuring that support is trauma-informed and tailored to the individual needs of the child/young person. You will be working within a multi-agency framework consisting of the Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC), Police, Court, Schools, Social Care and local partnership responses to sexual violence and sexual abuse. If you are self-driven, conscientious, hardworking with lots of ambition, we would love to hear from you. To be considered for this position, click 'apply' and you will be emailed a link to an application form, job description, and equal ops form, plus details on how to complete your application. CVs will not be accepted. Important information for all positions Black Country Women’s Aid is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. It will be necessary for an enhanced disclosure to be made to the Criminal Records Bureau for details of any previous criminal convictions.Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies. The post holder must be female. Employment checks As a responsible employer, we adhere to safer recruitment practice and all our employees are subject to the following recruitment checks: Right to work in the UKUnder Section 8 of the Asylum and Immigration Act, we, as a responsible employer, need to ensure that we do not employ anyone illegally. To avoid discrimination, we treat all job applicants equally. We therefore ask all candidates selected for interview to bring original documentation to show their Right to Work in the UK. A copy of these will be taken. Once the successful candidate has been appointed, the unsuccessful candidates' documents will be destroyed confidentially. You may be refused an interview if you do not bring the correct documents with you. References Following your interview, two employment references will be sought. One of these should be your current or most recent employer. If you have finished full-time education and you have no employer reference, we will accept a reference from: • a professional from your centre of study, for instance, a teacher, lecturer or headteacher• GP or health visitor• a character reference from a person who knows you• a civil servant from a government agency• a bank manager DBS All positions are subject to DBS checks at the relevant level. ....Read more...
Team Manager - social worker
Looking for your next challenge as a leader in social care? Do you want to work somewhere where your voice matters, your leadership is valued, and your impact is felt daily by children and families? Worcestershire Children First is on the lookout for a passionate and driven Team Manager to lead one of our dynamic Safeguarding Locality Teams. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, love mentoring talented social workers, and want to play a key role in improving lives, we want to hear from you. What You’ll Be Doing: Leading and inspiring a close-knit team of up to 6 social workers, including newly qualified practitioners (ASYEs). Overseeing complex safeguarding work: Child in Need plans, Child Protection plans, and both public and private law proceedings. Taking the lead in strategy meetings, PLOs, and ensuring timely, effective interventions that protect children. Working alongside a multi-disciplinary network—from domestic abuse specialists to mental health services—to support holistic family care. Driving high standards of practice, continuous professional development, and a culture of reflection and learning. Contributing to service planning and innovation alongside a highly experienced senior management team. Who You Are: A qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England. Experienced in child safeguarding, court work, and leading or mentoring others. Confident, emotionally intelligent, and motivated by a genuine desire to make a difference. Able to balance compassion with accountability—and lead with clarity and purpose. What You’ll Love About Us: You’ll be supported: Our advanced practitioners and experienced managers work with you, not above you. You’ll be heard: Your ideas and insight shape how we do things—and how we improve. You’ll make a difference: Every child and family you support will feel your impact. You’ll belong: We’re a diverse, inclusive, and passionate team that celebrates every success together. 📝 Sound Like You? This is more than a temp contract. It’s a career-enhancing opportunity to lead, grow, and contribute to real change. Join us at Worcestershire Children First—where leadership means impact, and every day is a chance to do something remarkable. ....Read more...
Children’s Independent Sexual Violence Advisor (CHISVA)
Black Country Women’s Aid Let us introduce ourselves… Black Country Women’s Aid (BCWA) is an established charity working across the Black Country and wider West Midlands, providing accommodation and community support services to victims of domestic abuse, sexual abuse and human trafficking. Services range from advocacy, civil remedies, support in court, individual and group support and access to a range of therapeutic interventions. All services are client and needs-led. Community Services Directorate Within this directorate, the following vital services are delivered;Black Country Women’s Aid Community Services include; • Community Domestic Abuse Support Services (Sandwell, Walsall and Dudley) • Black Country IRIS (primary care) educator and advocacy service • Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Services (Black Country)• Black Country Sexual Abuse Forum• Black Country Counselling Service • Domestic and sexual abuse, Children and Young Person’s Service (Black Country)• West Midlands Stalking Service• Ask Marc (Male abuse referral centre)This position is located within the Community Rape and Sexual Violence Service The team: The Rape and Sexual Violence Service is the largest specialist service provider in the Black Country, supporting victims and survivors of sexual abuse. The service offers support to anyone who has experienced rape, sexual violence and childhood sexual abuse. Our specialist team combine sector expertise with a sound understanding of trauma, providing an exceptional service to our clients. As a service, we are focused on proactively engaging clients to provide them with the support they require through their journey. We have a team of ambitious, self-driven individuals who support each other. Teamwork, respect and solidarity is at the forefront of our ethos. Job role Job Title: Children’s Independent Sexual Violence Advisor (CHISVA)Positions available: 1 full-time, 12-month maternity cover positionSalary: £24,310.04 - £27,751.55 (dependent upon qualifications and experience) Closing date: 24 June 2025All interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams Is this you? We are looking for a qualified/unqualified Children’s Independent Sexual Violence Advisor (CHISVA) to join our supportive Rape and Sexual Violence Service. If you are not qualified, this is an exciting training opportunity providing the appropriate training, support and guidance. We are looking for an innovative candidate with experience of working with children and young people who have experienced sexual abuse. This is a great opportunity for someone who loves working with children and young people, providing trauma-focused support. The role: You will be working with children and young people, between the ages of 5 and 18, who are victims of sexual violence and sexual abuse. You will be required to provide a high-quality frontline service to victims, ensuring that support is trauma-informed and tailored to the individual needs of the child/young person. You will be working within a multi-agency framework consisting of the Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC), Police, Court, Schools, Social Care and local partnership responses to sexual violence and sexual abuse. If you are self-driven, conscientious, hardworking with lots of ambition, we would love to hear from you. To be considered for this position, click 'apply' and you will be emailed a link to an application form, job description, and equal ops form, plus details on how to complete your application. CVs will not be accepted. Important information for all positions Black Country Women’s Aid is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. It will be necessary for an enhanced disclosure to be made to the Criminal Records Bureau for details of any previous criminal convictions.Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies. The post holder must be female. Employment checks As a responsible employer, we adhere to safer recruitment practice and all our employees are subject to the following recruitment checks: Right to work in the UKUnder Section 8 of the Asylum and Immigration Act, we, as a responsible employer, need to ensure that we do not employ anyone illegally. To avoid discrimination, we treat all job applicants equally. We therefore ask all candidates selected for interview to bring original documentation to show their Right to Work in the UK. A copy of these will be taken. Once the successful candidate has been appointed, the unsuccessful candidates' documents will be destroyed confidentially. You may be refused an interview if you do not bring the correct documents with you. References Following your interview, two employment references will be sought. One of these should be your current or most recent employer. If you have finished full-time education and you have no employer reference, we will accept a reference from: • a professional from your centre of study, for instance, a teacher, lecturer or headteacher• GP or health visitor• a character reference from a person who knows you• a civil servant from a government agency• a bank manager DBS All positions are subject to DBS checks at the relevant level. ....Read more...
Procurement Programme Manager
About YouAre you passionate about making a difference? Do you like going home, feeling you're making a difference to People and the Environment Can you see the big picture with Programme & Strategic Delivery? If so, read on the main role, we need someone who can ...... Ensure initiatives are aligned with the strategic goals and compliance requirements of the organisation and procurement, deliver measurable value, and achieve intended business outcomes. Maintain/manage the portfolio project pipeline, including prioritisation, resource allocation and performance monitoring Serve as a trusted advisor to business and stakeholders, ensuring that initiatives are grounded in best practices and innovation, advocating and leading on change management efforts to drive adoption of new portfolio ways of working across the organisationAbout The RoleKey Responsibilities Reporting to the Head of Corporate Programme Office, you will work closely with our team of project and programme managers, procurement specialists, colleagues and suppliers to ensure our portfolio of procurement activity is efficiently and effectively planned, delivered and embedded. Work with Programme leads to apply an appropriate governance model on all Procurement activities within Programmes and Projects, which covers; establishing delivery processes, procedures, a structure for communication, implementation and monitoring and ensuring that policies and best practice are followed. We don’t expect candidates to meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you! To find out more about the role, take a look at the job description. Role location: Hybrid working (on average 2 days working out of our Mansfield office) Schedule:Application closing date: 22nd June 2025Sifting date: 23rd June 2025 Interviews: from 26th June 2025 (If you are unavailable on these interview dates, please make us aware and we will look at alternative dates)Security:Successful candidates must pass basic security checks and will be subject to UK Immigration requirements.About Mining Remediation AuthorityOur benefits: A cutting-edge pension scheme with an impressive employer contribution rate of approximately 28.97%.Experience our values-based recognition scheme that celebrates your contributions.Flexibility in working patterns, whether it's full-time, part-time, or compressed hours.Embrace flexible working arrangements tailored to your needs.Enjoy a generous holiday allowance of 27.5 days annually, plus the flexibility to add 6 extra days to that, alongside 8 public holidays.Benefit from a comprehensive parental leave policy with 26 weeks of full pay (subject to eligibility).Get support to further your professional qualifications and payment for one annual professional subscription.Access a free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme to support your well-being.Unlock exclusive employee discountsEnsure your well-being with an annual health check and receive £15 monthly towards well-being activities.Enjoy the convenience of on-site free parking, along with complimentary tea, coffee, and soft drinks at our Mansfield office.Working with us:We offer different ways to work flexibly, and the following types of flexibility are usually possible: job share, flexible hours, working from home for part of the week and compressed hours. Please feel free to talk about what flexibility means to you at your interview.With a genuine commitment to flexible working, we believe that work life balance is incredibly important.Who we are:Here at the Mining Remediation Authority, we really are a great team to work with. We’re united in our passion and commitment to make a better future for people and the environment in mining areas.We carry out a wide variety of essential services from responding to coal mining hazards, to keeping everyone and everything safe from mine water pollution.We are excited about what our future holds. Our work is helping to develop a new sustainable source of renewable energy for the UK. By harnessing the energy from mine water heat, we hope to play a key role towards helping the UK to meet net-zero emissions by 2050.We truly are a supportive organisation where we all live and breathe our values. We are inclusive, trusted and progressive in everything that we do.Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: As part of our commitment to increasing the diversity of our workforce, we provide a guaranteed interview to applicants who meet the minimum selection criteria who are disabled or from a minority ethnic community.We want to recruit you based on your skills and experience, and not the colour of your skin, where you come from, or who you share your life with. What’s important is that you can carry out your role effectively. That’s why, when you submit your application to us, we remove all your personal data before the hiring manager reviews your details. If you are successful and you join us, you can be confident that this is because we trust that you will be successful and can make a difference. By continuing to improve our diversity, we continue to improve our knowledge and innovation and live our values of being trusted, inclusive and progressive. If you have the skills and experience that we are looking for, but you require an alternative application form or other reasonable adjustments to apply, let us know. You can get in touch by email at recruitment@coal.gov.uk or give us a call on 01623 637000 ....Read more...