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Vacancy Bulletin (Blue Sheets) Issue No: 9 5 March 2021 You can view these vacancies, and more, online at: dasjobs.co.uk
Latest time for acceptance of advertisements is Tuesday 10am for the Friday bulletin.
UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED, details and application forms FOR ALL POSTS,
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Only SCC employees may apply for posts marked INTERNAL in the first instance.
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ALL POSTS MARKED WITH * REQUIRE A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK VIA THE DISCLOSURE PROCEDURE
"Somerset County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people"
All applicants, including current employees, should complete and return the
Recruitment Monitoring Form, which is attached to the Application Form.
Thank you for your cooperation
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER
Applications for all vacancies are particularly welcome from people with disabilities. Further
details and application forms are also available on request in braille, large print, tape and disc.
JOB SHARING
Somerset County Council, as an equal opportunities employer, wishes to promote job-sharing arrangements in any full-time
post where the Manager and Chief Officer consider that such an arrangement would be a viable proposition. If you are
interested in making an application on a job-sharing basis for any full-time post advertised in this bulletin, you should contact
the appropriate Manager in the first instance to see whether such an application would be accepted.
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Somerset County Council is proud to offer an environment that is supportive and rewarding, working as part of
a team who are passionate about the work they do. We offer great training and development opportunities,
with supportive management. We offer an excellent benefits package to all of our employees including:
• A Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Discounted lease car via salary sacrifice scheme and options for discounts on petrol or diesel.
• My Staff Shop offering discounts in shops, online shopping, restaurants, cinema tickets, insurance
benefits and so forth.
• A Flexible Benefits Scheme via salary sacrifice to obtain a cycle for work, childcare vouchers,
additional annual leave, computers, mobile phones and health screening.
• Generous annual leave and flexible working arrangements.
• Staff discounts in gyms.
• Employee Assistance and support offering a variety of employee wellbeing services to support a
healthy work/life balance and lifestyle.
• Optional pension enhancement through our Additional Voluntary Contribution scheme.
Somerset County Council is subject to Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak
fluent English will be an essential requirement for customer-facing roles.
Please note for SCC roles:
If an internal applicant who is at risk of redundancy or in need of redeployment has applied and passed the
selection process they will be offered the role over remaining internal and external applicants.
If you are applying for a secondment please ensure you discuss this with your Line Manager first and obtain
their approval.
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*CONSULTANT SOCIAL WORKER - CHILDREN'S SOCIAL CARE
£41,881 per annum (plus a recruitment/retention allowance which is subject to annual review)
Full Time
Somerset
A bit about us
This post has a key focus to support Somerset’s intake of social workers in their first year of practice
(ASYE) and is pivotal to Somerset’s strategy to achieve a fully permanent work force.
The Consultant Social Worker will work closely with Team Managers across all operational Social Work
teams within Somerset. This post is part of our Operational Management Team and as such holds
responsibilities in supporting staff to continue to improve practice and performance both on an individual
and team basis. We are proud of the work we do in our progression to improve the lives of children.
Here's what you can expect to be doing
As Consultant Social Worker you will act as professional supervisor and practice assessor for up to 7
newly qualified social workers. These staff will hold caseloads of between 6 (at the start of their ASYE
year) and 16 (at the end of their ASYE year). All the newly qualified social workers will be placed within
one of the operational teams and have additional supervision from their line manager.
You will support each newly qualified worker with completing assessments and reports, and planning
their work, as well as providing the workers with supervision and ensuring they have regular casework
supervision with their line managers. This may include co-working cases where the need dictates. You
will complete the ASYE assessment process with each worker and their line manager, including writing
assessment reports and arranging review meetings.
A few things about you
To be successful in this role you will need to demonstrate an understanding of what constitutes the
highest quality social work practice. You will need to be able to mentor, develop and supervise less
experienced colleagues in achieving improvement whilst supporting Team Managers to create a culture
of excellence which leads to sustained and positive outcomes for children. You will need a Social Work
qualification and Social Work England registration.
In return you will be offered support from our experienced senior leadership team, excellent career
progression and training opportunities.
Additional information
If this role is customer facing you will need to speak fluent English.
This is a county wide role and the office base is flexible.
For further information or an informal discussion about this exciting opportunity, please contact Jackie
Miles, Operations Manager on 07919540195 or 01823 357008.
All interviews will be taking place virtually, for example via Microsoft Teams and these are scheduled for
1 April 2021
Due to the importance of the role we recommend applying as soon as possible as, depending on the
level of response, we anticipate conducting interviews ahead of the closing date of 21 March 2021.
Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/job-search/job/?jobId=1965
*SOCIAL WORKER - CHILDREN'S
£30,451 - £34,728 per annum
Full Time
Taunton
A bit about us
Somerset County Council have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Social Worker to join our
Taunton and West Somerset team. The Key purpose of the role is to improve the outcomes for our
most vulnerable young people and families in Somerset to encourage positive change. We are very
open to flexible working options such as compressed hours, flexible start/finish times, part time and job
shares.
3As we roll out the Family Safeguarding model, you will working as part of a multi-disciplinary team and
be able to access intervention and advice from adult-focussed practitioners in the specialist areas of
substance misuse, domestic abuse, and mental health, to inform assessments and plans. You will also
be able to access expertise in child exploitation from the Wider Safeguarding Team, to address this
growing area of need.
Here's what you can expect to be doing
Here in Somerset, our manageable caseloads let you be the innovative and creative social worker you
want to be – direct work with children to hear their voice and understand their experiences. You will
work with parents and the wider family network to support them to tackle problems and change
interactions and behaviours. With permanent Team Managers and a permanent stable senior leadership
team you'll be well supported with regular and reflective supervision.
What we can offer you
Generous annual leave and flexible working options
Local Government pension scheme
Optional pension enhancement through our additional voluntary contribution scheme
Employee assistance and support offering a variety of wellbeing services to support a healthy work/life
balance and lifestyle
A flexible benefits platform including cycle to work and health screening schemes
‘My staff shop’ which offers excellent discounts at a variety of retailers including cinemas, restaurants,
clothing stores and insurance providers
Gym discounts
Discounted lease car options via salary sacrifice, along with discounts on fuel
Generous relocation allowance
A few things about you
What we’re looking for
You will be passionate about relationship-based social work, proud of your profession, and able to
reflect and think creatively about how you can build relationships to make a difference to children and
families. You will need to be a qualified social worker registered with Social Work England and have
substantial experience working with children and families in social work.
We are proud to offer an environment that is supportive and rewarding, within a team who are
passionate about the work that they do to improve the lives of people in Somerset. We're supporting
flexible working arrangements and our offices meet the Covid-19 Secure standards. We’re using risk
assessments and where needed, PPE to protect our social workers. Good technology is provided to help
you stay connected to your team and manager through virtual meetings, team check-ins and service
sessions.
Additional information
The team for the west of the county are based in County Hall in Taunton. You will hold a full driving
licence and have access to your own vehicle as travel is required.
Due to the importance of the role we recommend applying as soon as possible. Depending on the level
of response, we anticipate conducting interviews ahead of the closing date. All interviews are being
held virtually via MS Teams.
For an informal chat about roles within our assessment team please contact Cathy Jones
CZJones@somerset.gov.uk.
In this role you will need to be able to speak fluent English.
Closing on 31 March 2021
Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/job-search/job/?jobId=1973
4*SOCIAL WORKER - SCHOOL BASED
£30,451 - £34,728 per annum
Full Time
Taunton
A bit about us
Somerset County Council have an exciting opportunity for experienced Social Workers to be part of a new
and innovative Social Workers in Schools project. We are delighted to have been chosen by the Department
for Education as one of only 20 authorities to work on the programme, which will see social work and
education work collaboratively to improve longer-term outcomes for children and young people across
Somerset. These posts in our schools are part of a programme funded by the Department for Education. As
we are offering these posts on a permanent contract, if at the end of the programme there is no plan to
continue the project, successful applicants would move across to one of our existing teams.
Key purpose of the role…
To work closely with the chosen schools, by becoming integrated in the school environment, whilst
maintaining close and supportive working relationships with colleagues in social care. The role will be
focused specifically on working with children and young people who are at risk of child exploitation.
About us…
We are proud to offer an environment that is supportive and rewarding, within a team who are passionate
about the work that they do to improve the lives of our children and young people in Somerset. We offer
great training and development opportunities, along with a very supportive leadership team.
Here's what you can expect to be doing
Core responsibilities…
• To be the allocated social worker for a caseload of children and young people open to
Children’s Social Care. All, or the majority, of the children and young people will attend the
designated school and will be identified as at risk of exploitation
• To work together with the designated school to build good relationships with children and their
families in order to understand their needs and develop support and safety plans.
• To be visible in the school and initiate and maintain regular communication with school staff
• To provide an educative component, supporting the school to develop confidence in identifying,
understanding and responding to safeguarding issues specifically related to child exploitation.
• To work with siblings where this would be beneficial to reducing risk to any child in the family,
including working with feeder schools
• Deliver services in line with equal opportunities practices. Pay due and professional attention to
issues of diversity.
A few things about you
You will be passionate about strength and relationship-based social work, proud of your profession,
and able to reflect and think creatively about how you can build and sustain relationships to make a
difference to children and families.
You will need to be a qualified social worker, registered with Social Work England and have experience
working with children and families in social work.
Additional information
For an informal chat about roles within the new team please email Cathy Jones –
CZjones@somerset.gov.uk or phone 07890583225.
These are all full time posts with part time options considered.
Due to the importance of the role we recommend applying as soon as possible. Depending on the level
of response, we anticipate conducting interviews ahead of the closing date. All interviews will be taking
place virtually via Microsoft Teams.
In this role you will need to speak Fluent English. More information is in our Job Pack.
Closing on 16 March 2021
Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/job-search/job/?jobId=1975
5*HEALTH VISITOR
£31,365 - £37,890 per annum
Full Time
Yeovil
A bit about us
Somerset Public Health Nursing Team is delighted to offer the opportunity to join one of our dynamic
Health Visiting Teams in South Somerset, with one 37 hour post available in Yeovil.
Here's what you can expect to be doing
The Health Visitor service comprises of a skill mix team that deliver core and targeted health input
through the Healthy child programme 0-5 years aged children and their families. You will be part of a
busy team, working alongside Health Visitors, Assistant Practitioners, administrators and school nurses.
A few things about you
This is an exciting opportunity for registered nurses who hold the Specialist Public Health Nurse in
Health Visiting qualification.
You will need to:
• Be a highly motivated and innovative practitioner
• Have good leadership skills
• Have a knowledge base in safeguarding and child protection processes.
• Have a strong Public Health focus
• Be fully committed to improving the health and well-being of our children and families in
Somerset
You must be an NMC registered Nurse or Midwife with SCPHN qualification with an interest of
addressing the health needs of children aged 0-19 years and their families.
Additional information
If this role is customer facing you will need to speak fluent English.
Applicants must have a full valid driving licence and have access to a car for work. If necessary,
adjustments can be considered in line with the Equality Act 2010.
For further details please contact:
Sophie Jones, Team Leader South Somerset East 07990 946071
Interviews will take place virtually, for example via Microsoft Teams
Closing on 10 March 2021
Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/job-search/job/?jobId=1967
VOLUNTEER SUPPORT OFFICER
£19,698 to £21,748
Full Time
Taunton
A bit about us
We are looking for a Volunteer Support Officer to recruit and support volunteering. You will be
responsible for recruiting volunteers for a range of Somerset County Council services.
Here's what you can expect to be doing
Main duties will include:
• Fielding enquiries from members of the public, recruiting volunteers and ensuring relevant
checks are undertaken.
• Maintaining a database of volunteer information.
• Reviewing and updating volunteer checks within required timescales.
• Assisting in the promotion of volunteer opportunities.
• Providing services with updates and statistics as required.
• Updating resources for volunteers and services.
• Assist in running meetings, training, consultations and stakeholder events.
6• Maintain and update internet pages and other communication tools and social media
A few things about you
You will have good administrative skills and ideally have a practical understanding of safer and
volunteer recruitment. A working knowledge of SharePoint and other Office 365 packages would be an
advantage.
Additional information
If this role is customer facing you will need to speak fluent English.
For an informal discussion about the post please contact Kirstie Brown, Volunteer Commissioning
Manager on 01823 359291 or KBrown@somerset.gov.uk
Closing on 10 March 2021
Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/job-search/job/?jobId=1970
SENIOR BUSINESS SUPPORT ASSISTANT
£18,933 to £19,698 per annum
Full Time
Taunton
A bit about us
We have an opportunity to appoint a Senior Business Support Assistant, who will provide specialist high
standard business support to the Special Educational Needs & Disabilities (SEND) Statutory Team.
This post will ordinarily be based at County Hall in Taunton but due to the COVID Pandemic, the
majority of staff are working from home.
Here's what you can expect to be doing
You will support Operational colleagues, being part of a busy administrative team carrying out a range
of activities and providing cover within the team. There is a high turnover of work, therefore we are
looking for committed, enthusiastic administrators with a range of skills, but essentially, demonstrating
organisation, good time management, accuracy and tenacity. You will be working within an established
and pro-active SEND Business Support Team, ensuring compliance with the statutory process and to
support children, parents, carers, schools and other partners.
A few things about you
The ability to handle work of a confidential nature, have sound communication, be flexible and being
proactive are essential features of the post.
Additional information
If this role is customer facing you will need to speak fluent English.
For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact Andrea Matthews, Business Manager
on 07970 108154.
All interviews will be taking place virtually, for example via Microsoft Teams.
Closing on 10 March 2021
Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/job-search/job/?jobId=1966
*SENIOR BUSINESS SUPPORT ASSISTANT
£9,466 to £9,849 per annum
Full Time. Fixed Term Contract
Taunton
A bit about us
Looking for a new challenge? We are looking for a team member to support Children's Social Care with
the National Assessment and Accreditation System (NAAS) for 18.5 hours per week until 31 March 2022.
Here's what you can expect to be doing
You will work with and alongside team members who undertake a range of governance tasks, and
support both senior managers and a broad range of boards, service management and casework
meetings within Corporate and Children’s Services.
7A few things about you
Do you have:
• A good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Teams
& hopefully OneNote
• Experience of taking action points / minutes at meetings
• Good organisational and communication skills?
• Experience of working with colleagues to tackle challenges and resolve problems?
Are you customer focused, able to manage changing priorities, and accurate in your work?
If the answer to all these questions is yes, we would love to hear from you.
Additional information
If this role is customer facing you will need to speak fluent English.
For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact:
Julie Dexter, Senior Business Support Officer
Mob: 07920 881653
Email: jadexter@somerset.gov.uk
Interviews will be held on 18 March 2020.
All interviews will be taking place virtually, for example via Microsoft Teams.
Closing on 9 March 2021
Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/job-search/job/?jobId=1977
DRIVER
£10,234 - £10,647 per annum
Part Time
Frome
A bit about us
We have a 20 hours per week opportunity for a Driver to join the Transporting Somerset Team in Frome.
We also have relief opportunities available. Relief patterns vary depending on the needs of the service
and how much you wish to work. The relief rate of pay is £9.81 per hour.
Are you an experienced driver, used to transporting passengers with a variety of needs? If this sounds
like you, would you like to be part of our Transport Team, working in the Mendip area?
Here's what you can expect to be doing
You will transport a variety of people with various needs on mainly public service routes. The role is
varied and interesting with a range of routes covered during the week, including some Learning
Disabilities transport.
A few things about you
You'll need a D1 category on your driving licence or have passed the minibus driving test and you will
have had experience of driving minibuses or large vans. As a driver, you will also be responsible for the
safe operation and routine maintenance of the vehicle.
Additional information
If this role is customer facing you will need to speak fluent English.
In this role you will require a criminal background check via Disclosure and Barring Service.
For an informal chat about the role please contact James Warren on 07976 799802.
All interviews will be taking place over MS Teams.
If you feel you have the skills and experience to join us as our driver, then please click ‘apply online’,
we’d love to hear from you!
Closing on 15 March 2021
Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/job-search/job/?jobId=1972
8SATURDAY LIBRARY AND INFORMATION ASSISTANT
£1,505 to £1,535 per annum
Part Time
Somerton
A bit about us
We have a 3 hours per week opportunity for a Saturday Library and Information Assistant.
If you haven’t visited a Library in a while you may not fully appreciate what we offer, from Lego groups
and Code Clubs, to IT courses and Baby Boogie sessions, and anything and everything to do with
reading for pleasure.
Here's what you can expect to be doing
Libraries are about books and so much more. We are offering this brilliant opportunity for you to join
us as we continue to evolve as an innovative service. From day one you’ll be working in a customer
centred environment, a busy community hub that serves a diverse range of people, partners and
organisations.
A few things about you
We are looking for a well-motivated person to provide a welcoming environment to our customers. You
will be hard-working and receptive to change, with a wide general knowledge, an interest in books, and
a digital curiosity. You’ll work in a team, dealing with enquiries and requests and promoting our
services. You’ll be encouraging the love of reading through a range of promotional activities.
Confidence in the use of digital technology is essential as you will be helping customers to use our
equipment and their own.
We are proud to offer an environment that is supportive and rewarding, working as part of a team who
are passionate about the work they do to improve the lives of people in Somerset. We offer great
training and development opportunities, with supportive management. As well as this, we have some
fantastic employee benefits available.
Additional information
If this role is customer facing you will need to speak fluent English.
If you are interested in finding out more before applying, please contact Paul Hawkings on 07811 308759.
All interviews will take place virtually via MS Teams.
Closing on 17 March 2021
Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/job-search/job/?jobId=1978
APPRENTICE LIBRARY INFORMATION AND ARCHIVE ASSISTANT
National Minimum Wage Pay Rates for an Apprentice:16-17: £8,778, 18-20: £12,443, 21-24:
£15,820, 25+: £17,050.
Part Time
Frome
A bit about us
We have a 3o hours per week opportunity for an Apprentice
If you haven’t visited a Library in a while you may not fully appreciate what we offer, from Lego groups
and Code Clubs, to IT courses, VR sessions and sketching classes, and anything and everything to do
with reading for pleasure. Our ideal candidate is keen on digital technology and a reading enthusiast
who is more likely to organise a digital activity and tweet about it than say ‘Shhh’ as libraries are about
books and so much more. We’re offering this brilliant opportunity for you to join us as we continue to
evolve as an innovative service.
Here's what you can expect to be doing
Frome Library is looking to recruit an apprentice to join our team. While the post will be offering
training and experience in working in a customer centred environment, a busy community hub that
serves a diverse range of people, partners and organisation we will also be offering the opportunity to
develop digital skills.
9You’ll work in a team, dealing with enquiries and requests, planning and delivering interactive activities,
and promoting our services. You’ll be encouraging the love of reading through a range of promotional
activities. You will help maintain quality book and library stock collections using appropriate stock
management tools,
This is also an opportunity to help and inspire people to learn and have a go with the exciting new
technology that we have on offer.
You will receive comprehensive inhouse training and study for an apprenticeship in Library, Information
and Archive Assistant Level 3 with ‘Let me play Education’ for 18 months.
If you are inspired to learn, keen to support others and develop your skills while working as part of a
team then we would love to meet you
A few things about you
We are looking for a well-motivated team player to provide a welcoming environment to our customers
by treating them as individuals. You will be hard-working and receptive to change, with a wide general
knowledge, an interest in books, excellent communication skills and a digital curiosity.
Entry requirements for the position
3 GCSEs including English & Maths Grades A-C/Grades 4-9
A desire to work with customers. Experience of voluntary community work or other part time team work
would be helpful.
Please ensure you list your GCSE’s on your application form
Additional information
For more information or an informal discussion about this post please contact Kestra French on 01373
462215.
All interviews will take place virtually via MS Teams
Closing on 12 March 2021
Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/job-search/job/?jobId=1968
APPRENTICE LIBRARY INFORMATION AND ARCHIVE ASSISTANT
National Minimum Wage Pay Rates for an Apprentice:16-17: £8,778, 18-20: £12,443, 21-24:
£15,820, 25+: £17,050.
Part Time
Bridgwater
A bit about us
We have a 3o hours per week opportunity for an Apprentice
If you haven’t visited a Library in a while you may not fully appreciate what we offer, from Lego groups
and Code Clubs, to IT courses, VR sessions and sketching classes, and anything and everything to do
with reading for pleasure. Our ideal candidate is keen on digital technology and a reading enthusiast
who is more likely to organise a digital activity and tweet about it than say ‘Shhh’ as libraries are about
books and so much more. We’re offering this brilliant opportunity for you to join us as we continue to
evolve as an innovative service.
Here's what you can expect to be doing
Bridgwater Library is looking to recruit an apprentice to join our team. While the post will be offering
training and experience in working in a customer centred environment, a busy community hub that
serves a diverse range of people, partners and organisation we will also be offering the opportunity to
develop digital skills.
You’ll work in a team, dealing with enquiries and requests, planning and delivering interactive activities,
and promoting our services. You’ll be encouraging the love of reading through a range of promotional
activities. You will help maintain quality book and library stock collections using appropriate stock
management tools,
This is also an opportunity to help and inspire people to learn and have a go with the exciting new
technology that we have on offer.
10You will receive comprehensive inhouse training and study for an apprenticeship in Library, Information
and Archive Assistant Level 3 with ‘Let me play education’ for 18 months.
If you are inspired to learn, keen to support others and develop your skills while working as part of a
team then we would love to meet you
A few things about you
We are looking for a well-motivated team player to provide a welcoming environment to our customers
by treating them as individuals. You will be hard-working and receptive to change, with a wide general
knowledge, an interest in books, excellent communication skills and a digital curiosity.
Entry requirements for the position
3 GCSEs including English & Maths Grades A-C/Grades 4-9
A desire to work with customers. Experience of voluntary community work or other part time team work
would be helpful.
Please ensure you list your GCSE’s on your application form
Additional information
For more information or an informal discussion about this post please contact Nathan Crook or
Stephanie Franklin 01278 458373.
All interviews will take place virtually via MSTeams
Closing on 11 March 2021
Apply: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/job-search/job/?jobId=1969
CLERK TO THE GOVERNING BODY
for Norton sub Hamdon, New Road, Stoke-Sub-Hamdon, TA14 6SF
and West Chinnock, Scotts Way, West Chinnock, Crewkerne TA18 7PU
Federated Primary Schools
Our Governing Body is seeking to appoint a Clerk to the Governing Body, with effect from April 2021.
The governing body, through its appointed and elected governors, plays a distinctive and essential role
in the continuing success and development of the schools.
The clerk’s job is to work with the head teacher, chair and other governors, dealing with administrative
matters for the governing body and advising on legal issues of governance. Central to the role is
preparing for, taking notes at and producing and distributing the minutes for meetings.
The post involves mostly evening work. Good keyboard skills and the ability to write agendas and produce
accurate concise minutes are essential. Integrity and the ability to maintain confidentiality are essential.
New clerks receive support and training from the Somerset Governor Services Team and all clerks are
required to attend termly briefings in their locality to update themselves on the latest developments in
governance. An allowance for fuel expenses will be paid for these meetings.
The post will initially involve approximately 6 hours work for each meeting and, typically, there will be
six full governors meetings each academic year. An additional 2 hours per termly Clerks Meetings is in
addition to the above.
The post of Clerk to the Governing Body has paid on a supply basis at Grade 13 £10.21 per hour. This is
worked out at approximately 3hrs a week but the Clerk will be expected to record and submit their
hours from April 2021 to the Office Manager.
Please complete the Support Staff Application Form and email to Kate McBain at
westchinnock@educ.somerset.gov.uk.
The closing date for applications will be mid-day 15th March 2021.
Interviews will be held the week beginning the 22nd March.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Applicants will be asked to undertake a criminal record check.
For further information, please contact Kate McBain – 01935 881367
Email: westchinnock@educ.somerset.gov.uk
Details will also be available on http://dasjobs.co.uk/job/clerk-to-the-governing-body-22/
11Beech Grove Primary School
AFTER-SCHOOL CLUB LEADER
Application closing date: Friday 19th March 2021 at 9am
Interviews will be held on: Friday 26th March 2021
13¾ hours per week, term time only
Grade 13: £19,171 to £21,166 (pro-rata) depending on experience
Monday to Friday 15:15 to 18:00 (term time)
To commence on 4th May 2021
Fixed term in the first instance, depending on funding
We are looking for an outstanding practitioner to lead in the success of our new after-school club. The
successful candidate will lead in creating high-quality and varied activities within a safe and caring
environment. They will provide a high standard of care for children in the club, including those with
special educational needs. They will lead in the delivery of activities. They will need to be highly
motivated, resilient and have a sense of fun. They will enjoy both supporting and celebrating the
achievement of pupils.
The ideal candidate will:
• Have experience of working with primary age pupils
• Have experience of being part of a successful after-school or breakfast club
• Have good experience of using Microsoft Office, including Excel
• Have at least a Grade C in GCSE or O level qualifications in Maths, English & Science
• Be positive, enthusiastic and adaptable
• Be able to work effectively with a range of people
• Be willing to learn and take on new ideas
In return we can offer:
• A commitment to you and your professional development
• Strong, supportive leadership and a caring and enthusiastic staff team
• Keen and enthusiastic children, who want to learn
• Encouragement to develop new ideas and the opportunity to make a real difference
Visits to the school are encouraged and will be carried out with the appropriate social distancing
measures in place. Please call or email the school office on 01823 662438 /
beechgrove@educ.somerset.gov.uk to arrange a visit.
http://dasjobs.co.uk/job/after-school-club-leader-10/. Please email completed application forms
to the email address above by 9am on Friday 19th March.
AFTER-SCHOOL CLUB ASSISTANT
12½ hours per week, term time only
Grade 15: £18,065 to £18,426 (pro-rata) depending on experience
Monday to Friday 15:30 to 18:00 (term time)
To commence on 4th May 2021
Fixed term in the first instance, depending on funding
We are looking for an outstanding practitioner to support the success of our new after-school club.
The successful candidate will assist in creating high-quality and varied activities within a safe and caring
environment. They will provide a high standard of care for children in the club, including those with
special educational needs. They will assist in the delivery of activities and support the club leader. They
will need to be highly motivated, resilient and have a sense of fun. They will enjoy both supporting and
celebrating the achievement of pupils.
The ideal candidate will:
• Have experience of working with primary age pupils
• Have experience of working in a successful after-school or breakfast club
• Have at least a Grade C in GCSE or O level qualifications in Maths, English & Science
12• Be positive, enthusiastic and adaptable
• Be able to work effectively with a range of people
• Be willing to learn and take on new ideas
In return we can offer:
• A commitment to you and your professional development
• Strong, supportive leadership and a caring and enthusiastic staff team
• Keen and enthusiastic children, who want to learn
• Encouragement to develop new ideas and the opportunity to make a real difference
Visits to the school are encouraged and will be carried out with the appropriate social distancing
measures in place. Please call or email the school office on 01823 662438 /
beechgrove@educ.somerset.gov.uk to arrange a visit.
http://dasjobs.co.uk/job/after-school-club-assistant-18/
Please email completed application forms to the email address above by 9am on Friday 19th March.
Beech Grove School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young
people and expects its staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts require a police check
through the disclosure process.
Milford Infant School, Glenthorne Avenue, Yeovil, Somerset BA21 4PG
Tel: 01935 475426 Email: office@milford-inf.somerset.sch.uk
SCHOOL & PRESCHOOL ADMINISTRATION OFFICER
22.5 Hours per week Term Time Only plus 3 Inset Days
Grade 14: £18,933-£19,698 pro-rata, £9,717 to £10,109 pa
This busy and successful Infants’ School is looking to appoint an experienced Admin Officer to work
within a team in our school office. The successful applicant will be efficient and conscientious, with
excellent organisational skills.
Duties will include:
• Providing efficient and effective administrative support to the Headteacher, Business Manager
and other staff in order to facilitate the smooth running of the school and Preschool.
• Providing a friendly and efficient service to parents and visitors, answering queries and dealing
with a wide range of information often of a confidential nature.
• Maintaining databases on current pupils including attendance registers.
• Making the necessary arrangements for visits and meetings within school and Preschool.
Excellent computer, literacy and numeracy skills are essential, knowledge and experience of SIMS.net
would be desirable.
The successful candidate will join a friendly and well-motivated team which plays an important role in
maintaining the high standards to be found throughout the school.
Closing Date: Friday 12th March 2021
An application form is available from our website at
www.milford-inf.somerset.sch.uk/vacancies or by post on request.
For more information on our school, visit our website at www.milford-inf.somerset.sch.uk
Milford Infants’ School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young
people, we expect all staff to share this commitment. Appointment to this post will be subject to an
enhanced DBS check.
13Long Sutton C of E V A Primary School, Martock Road, Long Sutton, Langport TA10 9NT
Telephone 01458 241434
Email: enquiries@longsuttonprimary.co.uk Website: : www.longsuttonprimaryschool.co.uk
Age range 4-11 NOR 103
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT 18 Hours Per Week (3 Days)
Salary SPC Grade 14
We require as soon as possible, a part time Admin Assistant to join our friendly, supportive and
committed team. We are looking for someone who has administrative experience ideally within an
educational setting, has a good sense of humour and is willing to embrace the challenges that working
in a small school can bring.
We would like you to:
• Have excellent administration and ICT Skills including Excel, Word and Outlook
• Be highly organised with an ability to proactively manage workload, competing priorities and
meeting deadlines.
• Have excellent interpersonal skills with ability to engage positively with staff, parents face to
face, by phone and email.
• Have used or have knowledge of SIMs and Parentpay or similar
• Be able to communicate effectively with children, parents, external organisations and colleagues
at all levels using a variety of mediums.
• Be able to use social media, eg facebook and twitter to promote/inform about our school.
In return we can offer:
• The opportunity to be part of a friendly, hardworking, and dedicated team
• A supportive school community including children, parents, staff and governors.
• A wonderful Church school environment with extensive grounds (swimming pool, summer
months only), a talented and dedicated staff team.
• Encouragement to develop new ideas and the opportunity to make a real difference. A
commitment to you and your professional development
Long Sutton C of E VA Primary School is fully committed to a process of safer recruitment in order to
safeguard the children in our care.
For further information on the position please contact Lizzie Reynolds, Head Teacher at the school.
A job description and application forms are available from our website or from the school office.
Closing date: Monday 15th March 2021 Interview date: w/c 22nd March 2021
The Fosse Federation of Schools
Lovington C of E Primary, Lovington, Castle Cary BA7 7PX
NOR: 53
EARLY YEARS FOUNDATION STAGE/KS1 LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT
Required a soon as possible an experienced Learning Support Assistant to work in our Early Years/KS1
mixed class with some support being needed for a specific Year 1 pupil with global delay.
11 hours per week
Tuesday & Friday 0850 – 1200 & 1300 - 1520
SPS Grade 15 ~ £9.62 - £9.81 per hour
Term Time Only ~ Fixed term to 31 August 2022
Training will be provided.
Application packs are available from our website ~ office@lovington.somerset.sch.uk
Pre-arranged visits to the school can be arranged outside of school hours. Please contact Mrs Alison
Lawes, School Administrator 01963 240305 to arrange an appointment.
Closing date for applications: 12 noon 9 March 2021
Interviews to be held during week of 15 March 2021
14We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expect all staff and
volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an
Enhanced DBS check.
Cannington C of E Primary School, Brook Street, Cannington, Somerset TA5 2HP
Telephone 01278 652 368 Age Range 4-11 NOR 182
‘Where Learners Grow and Achieve’
We are seeking a qualified and/or experienced teaching assistant to support learning and progress on a
1-1 basis within our KS1 team. The successful candidate will be creative, flexible and innovative in
promoting high levels of achievement, enjoyment and the welfare of children. In this role you will work
with two pupils, one in the morning and one in the afternoon and will support the social part of lunch
play for one of these children. The post is initially offered on a fixed term basis to start as soon as
possible until 31/08/2021 to be reviewed with the possibility of becoming permanent in the future.
LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT 1-1
• 25 hours and 50 mins per week
• 8.45-11.45am and 12.35-2.45pm
• Monday – Friday
• 38 working weeks
• 43.1281 paid weeks
• Grade 15 Point 3 £9.62 per hour
Lunchtime Support Assistant 1-1
• 20 mins per day
• 12.15-12.35pm
• Monday – Friday
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and
expects all staff to share this commitment. Enhanced Disclosure checks are required for all successful
applicants.
Apply online http://dasjobs.co.uk/job/learning-support-assistant-1-1/
Closing Date 19th March 2021. Interview TBC
Knights Templar Community Church School & Nursery, Liddymore Road, Watchet, TA23 0EX
School tel: 01984 634385 Nursery tel: 01984 633429
email: knightstemplar@educ.somerset.gov.uk www.knightstemplarfirst.co.uk
Headteacher: Mr David Frowde B.Ed, NPQH Ofsted No: 123860 / EY488355
“Be the best you can be with a zest for living,a thirst for learning and a spirit of kindness.”
NURSERY NURSE (Bank Staff)
Hours to be agreed as required
Salary Grade 16:2 - £9.43 per hour
We are looking for an enthusiastic, caring practitioner, who will work in partnership with staff,
parents/carers and their children aged 0-5 years.
The ideal candidate will:
• Have a minimum of NVQ Level 2 in childcare or equivalent
• Have a flexible approach to planning and delivering activities to promote the development,
enthusiasm and potential of all children in our fully integrated and inclusive nursery setting for all
children aged 0-5
• Be highly motivated, resilient and committed to securing the best possible outcomes for our
children
• Be positive, proactive and always solution focused
15• Have high expectations of yourself and the children you work with
• Be a team player with a good sense of humour
• Be willing to ‘go the extra mile’ for our children
• Be able to use initiative to introduce interesting ways of learning
• Have a commitment to their own professional development
In return we can offer:
• The opportunity to be part of a highly committed team who are passionate about their nursery and
determined to see all children succeed
• A wonderful school and nursery environment with extensive grounds to enhance learning
• Encouragement to develop new ideas and the opportunity to make a real difference
• A commitment to you and your professional development
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and
expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS disclosure is required.
Applicant deadline: By noon on Friday, 12th March 2021.
Recruitment packs are available by emailing knightstemplar@educ.somerset.gov.uk or on the
school website, www.knightstemplarfirst.co.uk
Candidates are welcome to contact the nursery for a discussion. Please contact the nursery office:
01984 633429.
Swanmead Community School, Ditton Street, Ilminster, Somerset TA19 OBL
Telephone 01460 52431 Headteacher – Mr M Walker
SCHOOL RECEPTIONIST
Salary: Grade 15 (Point 4) £9.81 per hour
Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays – 10.00 a.m. – 4.00 p.m. (Lunch 0.50 minutes)
Wednesdays and Thursdays – 1.00 p.m. – 4.00 p.m.
22.50 hours per week, term time only (38 weeks)
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of our vibrant, happy, successful Middle School (ages 9 to 13).
We are seeking an enthusiastic School Receptionist to work in our busy School Office during the course
of each weekday. The successful applicant will be the first point of contact for the school dealing with
visitors, staff and pupils.
Please check the job description on the school website http://swanmeadschool.co.uk/current-
vacancies/ for full details and send an application form for the attention of Mrs Sue Spurway.
Closing Date for Applications: Monday 15th March 2021. Interview Date: Wednesday 17th March 2021
Start Date: Monday 29 March 2021
All posts require a criminal background check as the school is fully committed to rigorous safeguarding
procedures as well as equal opportunities.
Wadham School, Yeovil Road, Crewkerne, TA18 7NT
CATERING CO-ORDINATOR
32.5 hours per week, term time plus INSET
7.30am – 2.30pm
Grade 15 pt 3-4
Actual salary: £13,901 - £14,179
We are looking to recruit a catering co-ordinator for our busy catering operation. We have 475 students
here at Wadham and we cater for 5 first schools in the local area.
We seek an energetic, positive individual, to develop the catering services at the school, to deliver high
quality food and service within the school food standards.
Knowledge, skills and experience required as follows:
Level 3 Food Hygiene certification.
16Level 3 Food safety certification.
City & Guilds 7061/2 or other food preparation qualification.
Experience of managing a high volume food production outlet.
Team leadership skills.
Trainer experience.
This post requires a criminal background check via the disclosure procedure
For further details/application form, please see the school website www.wadhamschool.co.uk,
email lmahoney@wadhamschool.co.uk or telephone the school on 01460 270123
Closing date for application is Monday 15th March 2021
Tor School, Beckery New Road, Glastonbury, Somerset BA6 9NS
Tel: 01458 258296 Torschool662@educ.somerset.gov.uk
PRIMARY HIGHER LEVEL TEACHING ASSISTANT
37 hours per week, term time only
Salary: Grade 12 (£18,651.18 per annum)
To start as soon as possible
Tor School is a Pupil Referral Unit that is committed to providing the best education possible for some
of the most vulnerable children and young people in the Mendip Area. The school is situated in
Glastonbury and opened in 2018. We support pupils that have been permanently excluded from their
Primary schools until a new educational setting is allocated.
We invite applications from experienced EYFS/KS1/2 teaching assistants who:
Are committed to social inclusion and raising children’s achievement through an exciting and
stimulating curriculum
• Subscribe to and can demonstrate a clear understanding of nurturing principles
• Have knowledge or experience of delivering social and emotional skills programmes
• Are able to foster good relationships with pupils, parents/carers and a range of professional
colleagues
• Can provide in-class and 1:1 support for pupils with social, mental and emotional health barriers
to learning at EYFS, Key Stages 1 and 2 both in mainstream schools and The Tor School short
stay setting
• Have a high level of personal resilience, a positive attitude and flexible approach
• Have the confidence to plan and deliver short programmes in schools and model good practice
to school staff
• Have an understanding of the National Curriculum and be able to plan from this
• Be willing to continue and develop practice through self-directed professional development
Closing Date: Wednesday 12th March 2021
For further information email mramsey@educ.somerset.gov.uk or phone on: 01458 258296
To apply please complete the Somerset County Council application form which is available from
www.torschool.org/vacancies or the school office.
Fiveways School, Victoria Road, Yeovil, Somerset BA21 5AZ
Specialist in Communication & Interaction
Tel: 01935 476227
CLERICAL ASSISTANT
Permanent Contract to start as soon as possible up to 33.50 hours per week
5 days per week. Term Time only
Grade 14, Scale Points 4-6 Pay Range £9.81- £10.21 per hour
We are looking for a Clerical Assistant to join our very committed administrative team
The quality of all our staff lies at the heart of our very high standards.
17(Outstanding OFSTED 2005, 2008, 2014 & 2017).
Qualifications and experience in a busy school office environment would be a significant advantage.
Our school is committed to ensuring a ‘Safe Recruitment’ process Including a Criminal background check
Job Description and Application Forms are available from the school website:
www.fivewaysschool.co.uk
Closing date: 18th March 2021.
Date of interviews: 25th/26th March 2021
Only successful applicants will be contacted
Manor Court Primary School, Duck Lane, Chard Somerset TA20 2ES
Email: office@manorcourt.ppat365.org
EARLY YEARS CENTRE MANAGER
The successful applicant will be in post from Monday 28th June 2021
38.5 hours per week
Pay scale 12.12 (£11.49 per hour) to 12.16 (£12.44 per hour)
Salary is paid on a pro-rata basis – Term time only
Our excellent Early Years Manager is leaving us at the end of the school year to complete her PGCE and
we are now looking to recruit a Nursery Manager to continue to lead and develop further an excellent
provision for children from two to four years old at Manor Court Primary School.
Manor Court Early Years Centre has a flourishing reputation within the local area and provides the children,
parents and local community with high quality, creative and imaginative, Early Years Care and education.
The successful candidate will commence their role at an exciting time as the school has applied for
Government funding to build a newly purpose-built Early Years building. This will include the Early
Years Centre and Foundation Stage classrooms.
Your key responsibilities will be to recruit staff, set up and manage the provision, promote growth and
development whilst consistently upholding the highest standards of care and education. Your role will include
Safeguarding lead and SENCO for the nursery (further training can be offered), developing and leading the
staff team, as well as ensuring all children are safe, nurtured and inspired during their time with us.
The successful candidate will join the wider senior leadership team, supporting the Head Teacher and
DeputyHead Teacher/Inclusion Leader to fulfil their vision for the whole school.
Preston Primary Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding the welfare of all its children and staff. All
applicants will be required to provide evidence of their right to work in the UK and complete a health
and suitability declaration. Successful applicants will be required to have an enhanced DBS check and
two satisfactory references.
Please contact the school to speak to Luke Talmage (Head Teacher) or Ann Farwell (EYFS Phase Leader)
if you would like to express an interest in this role or discuss this opportunity further.
For further information about this position please view the vacancy section of the Preston
Primary Academy Trust Website. Please apply in writing by completing the application form
available from the school office and PPAT website.
Closing date: 22nd March 2021.
Interviews: Wednesday 31st March2021
Start Date: Monday 28th June 2021
18Brookside Academy, Brooks Road, Street, Somerset, BA16 0PR
Tel: 01458 443340 Email: office@brooksideacademy.co.uk
Web: https://www.brooksideacademy.co.uk/ Twitter: @BrooksideStreet
Headteacher: Brian Walton
NURSERY SUPERVISOR
37 hrs per week
Hours worked between 7.30am-6pm on a rota basis
Grade 14: £9.81 per hour/ £18,933 per annum
All Year Round, Permanent Contract
Appointment starts as soon as possible.
As Nursery Supervisor you will be responsible for providing high quality, inclusive and fully integrated
childcare provision for children under five. The role includes working with the nursery team to ensure
the integrated delivery of the education and childcare provision, as well as working in partnership with
parents and carers, adopting a flexible, professional approach in promoting the development, welfare
and potential of all children attending the Nursery.
This post would suit an individual who can:
• Work in creative and imaginative ways with children and their families to support teaching and
learning in the setting.
• Implement and contribute to plans on a short and long term basis, including scope for creativity
and interpretation by adjusting activities according to children responses, needs and interests.
• Support the delivery of high quality and consistent behaviour management strategies and
behaviour/personal handling plans.
This post would suit an individual who has:
• Early Years Professional Status or NVQ Level 4 in Childcare and Education.
• Sound knowledge of the EYFS and other relevant statutory policies affecting nursery settings.
• A positive, enthusiastic and highly motivated work ethic and a true passion for working in Early
Years.
Visits to the Academy can be arranged. These will follow up to date COVID guidance and may be
subject to change – please phone the Academy to organise a time.
NURSERY KEYWORKERS (37 hrs per week)
Hours worked between 7:30am-6pm, shift pattern to be confirmed.
Grade 15 Point 3: £9.62 per hour/ £18,562 per annum
Appointment starts as soon as possible
All Year Round and Term Time Only, permanent positions
This post would suit an individual who has:
• GCSE grade C or 4 or above in English and Maths
• A minimum of a level 3 Early Years Qualification/be working towards or prepared to work
towards achieving the award within 6 months
• True passion for working in Early Years
• Sound knowledge of the EYFS
The successful candidate will be:
• Positive, enthusiastic and highly motivated
• Caring and responsible, have good communication skills, be able to use his/her initiative, be
flexible, friendly, approachable and a good team player
As part of a team, Keyworkers are responsible for a small group of key children who they will observe,
assess and plan for.
Closing Date: 12noon, Monday 15th March
19Applications should be made using the Academy Support Staff Application Form and sent to the
Academy office: Office@brooksideacademy.co.uk.
Application forms can be found on the recruitment section of the academy website
(http://www.brooksideacademy.co.uk/recruitment/). For further information, please contact the
academy by phone (01458 443340) or email office@brooksideacademy.co.uk.
Brookside Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young
people and expects its staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts require a police check
through the disclosure process.
Willowdown Primary School, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 4FU NOR: 208
WRAPAROUND CARE LEADER
Monday - Friday Breakfast Club 7am – 8.40am
Monday – Friday After School Club 3.30pm – 6pm Total 20.5 hours
Grade 14 (£18,795 per annum, pro-rata) Term–Time only Start date 19th April 2021
Willowdown Primary is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare and safety of the children.
This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Clearance via the Disclosure and Barring (DBS) Service.
Willowdown Primary School is looking for a reliable, conscientious and enthusiastic supervisor to
support our Breakfast & After School Club childcare. The successful candidate will be a flexible team
player, possess the ability to communicate, be well organised and enjoy the challenge of working in a
busy school environment while retaining a sense of humour.
The After School Club Leader, will provide a fun, safe and welcoming environment for children aged 4 –
11. Duties will include planning activities, preparing snacks, supporting children in their play and
liaising with families, dealing with bookings & registration.
The successful candidate would be expected to demonstrate how they would model these attributes in
their everyday role. We are looking for someone with the following qualities.
• Ability to lead other staff
• Excellent behaviour management
• Good organisational skills – able to plan and deliver a varied timetable to all children
• Creative leadership of daily activities which all children can access and enjoy
• Professionalism
• Strong communication skills
• Friendly with excellent people skills
• Enthusiastic and motivated
• Methodical approach to record keeping
• Conscientious with an ability to prioritise
Application form and Job Description available from the school office; please phone 01278
558758 or email Denise Rogers – Drogers7@willowdownprimary.co.uk They can also be
downloaded from the school website: www.willowdownprimary.co.uk
Closing Date: 12th March @ 12pm Interview date: 16th March 2021
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