The Cedars is an all-age Special School for pupils with sensory, medical, physical, communication difficulties, autism and other complex needs.
We are currently seeking to appoint a full time Teaching Assistant in Key Stages 3/4.  Candidates must be prepared to work flexibly across all Key Stages when required. This role ideally requires the candidate to have experience of working with students with learning difficulties and disabilities. They should also be able to demonstrate the ability to work effectively within a team to support the planning, delivery and assessment of student learning and personal development programmes.

If successful you will be required to apply for an enhanced Disclosure.

The closing date is midday 12th April 2019 interviews are expected to be held week commencing 23rd April 2019. 

Please note if no communication is received from the school within 2 weeks of the closing date, applicants should assume they have not been selected for interview on this occasion.

On-line applications only from www.gateshead.gov.uk, all application forms to be returned by 12 noon Friday 12th April 2019
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We are looking for a qualified solicitor/barrister to join our Social Care, Health and Education team to assist with a varied caseload of Children's Services cases.

You will advise the client service in respect of social care functions and conduct proceedings relating to the care and protection of children.  You will have a mixed caseload of pre-proceedings matters, care proceedings and ancillary applications, including secure accommodation.

You should have knowledge of all aspects of public law proceedings, Child protection, adoption, fostering and forced marriage.  Experience of local government and advocacy within the family court would be desirable.

You will have experience of legal practice and procedure a positive attitude to the role, with excellent oral and written communication skills and be willing to engage in learning and development opportunities.  You will be able to work as part of a team providing excellent customer service in a busy environment, be flexible in your approach to the role and work to tight deadlines when required. 

This is a re-advertisement.  Previous applicants need not apply as their application will automatically be considered.

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We are seeking a Finance and Administration Assistant to join our busy, vibrant school. Based in the Finance and Administration team, this role reports to the Deputy Finance manager. You will have responsibility for the processing of financial transactions, involvement in payroll, monitoring and reconciling Parent pay and other financial and administrative duties.  You should be a flexible, 'can do' person who thrives in a busy, fast paced environment.
This is an exciting time to join our school. We have our new building due to be handed over at Christmas and we are pace setting in mental health awareness, celebrating diversity and supporting our pupils to be the best they can be.
At Whickham School we understand that schools are about people and that staff who are happy and enjoy their work are more productive.  We have high expectations at Wickham and we would expect that applicants to our school have the vision, commitment and determination to continue raising standards in everything that they do.

If successful you will have to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure.

Applications should be made via the quick apply button on the TES portal by folliwng link:
https://www.tes.com/jobs/employer/whickham-school-and-sports-college-1048121

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Full Time Teaching Assistant Level 3,  Vacancy X 1

1 x temporary position - effective from 1st September 2019 - 31st August 2020.

St Anne's Catholic Primary School are in the process of converting to a Multi Academy Trust. We are a smaller than the average size primary school situated in Harlow Green in the South of Gateshead.  The school has undergone a rapid transformation over the last three years under the leadership team, which enabled the school to achieve a Good rating at its most recent Ofsted inspection in June 2017 and Outstanding at its most recent Diocesan Inspection in December 2018.

This is a very exciting time at St. Anne's as the school community works together to build and grow a rich learning environment, where all of our children and staff thrive in an ethos and culture of success for all, whilst providing a friendly and inclusive environment in partnership with our parish community.

The Headteacher and Governors are seeking to appoint an experienced, enthusiastic, hard-working and highly motivated Teaching Assistant to join our Foundation Stage Team. The successful applicant will be working in a busy Reception environment. Applications are invited from committed candidates who are prepared to make a positive contribution to the life and ethos of this inclusive school.

You will:
* Have a recognised level 3 qualification or the equivalent.
* Have up to date knowledge and experience of working within Foundation Stage.
* Be an outstanding practitioner with high expectations for all children.
* Be proficient in supporting the delivery of all aspects of teaching and learning.
* Have confidence with phonics, learning through play and outdoor learning.
* Be an effective communicator and be able to work in collaboration with colleagues.
* Have knowledge of the importance of nurturing and the impact it has on the outcomes for children.

The role includes:
* Assisting teaching staff in the monitoring, recording and evaluation of pupils progress, including providing feedback on observations undertaken.
* Working in a team to support children's individual needs as part of our inclusive school.

St Anne's is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. If successful you will be required to apply for an enhanced Disclosure.

If you are interested in applying for this post, please request an application pack by email from: garethlilley@stannesprimary.org.uk

Closing Date: Friday 5th April 2019, 12:00pm.
Shortlisting: Tuesday 23rd April 2019.
Observation & Interview: Friday 26th April 2019. 

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Delivering Social Work in the newly formed Child in Need Assessment and Intervention service.

We are looking to appoint several experienced Social Workers into the newly formed Assessment and Intervention service. 

 The service delivers Social Work to children and families following allocation via our integrated referral team. The service firmly believes in the power of strength based relational Social Work and its members will hold the ability to address behaviours linked to, or because of, adult and childhood trauma and compromised child/parental relationships and capacity. Supervision will be highly reflective with training in systemic practice a core offer towards your professional development.

The work will predominantly involve assessment and intervention work focussing on effecting sustained change with Children and families in Need. The service will also undertake child protection investigations up to the initial Child protection conference as well as taking urgent action to protect the child where necessary. The service works collaboratively with our Safeguarding & Care Planning service who work with children subject to Child Protection plans, Looked After children, and those in care proceedings. Successful applicants to the posts will have experience of practicing statutory child care Social Work in a multi-disciplinary way and have demonstrable skills in planning and delivering interventions with families. They will also have the ability to analyse and evaluate complex situations and risk.

We are looking for social workers who can demonstrate a sound understanding of Social Work legislation, assessment and Social Work methodologies, including an awareness of systemic, strength-based approaches. We would like to hear from you if you are a team player, empathic, enabling and resilient with a 'can do', solution-focussed approach. 

If successful you will have to apply for an enhanced Disclosure.

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Due to the increase in pupil numbers at Emmaville Primary School, the Head Teacher and Governors wish to appoint an
exemplary Key Stage 2 teacher to join our friendly and successful school.

This is an exciting opportunity to be a member of a forward-thinking school, which has the wellbeing of the pupils at the heart
of its ethos.  The staff at Emmaville support every child in all aspects of their development, not just their academic achievements.  We expect that this will be central to your professional and personal values. 

Emmaville is very much at the centre of the community, so there would be an expectation for the successful candidate to make
 a considerable contribution to the wider school life.

You will:
 Contribute to our positive and caring ethos
 Be creative and inspiring in your teaching
 Have high expectations of children's behaviour and achievements
 Have a clear understanding of what constitutes excellent teaching and learning
 Be able to work flexibly and collaboratively within a highly effective team
 Be prepared to make a significant contribution to the wider work of the school

We can offer:
  A learning community with highly motivated children
  A wonderful learning environment
  A team of professionals who aspire to provide outstanding provision
  A supportive and effective governing body
  Supportive parents who appreciate the work of the school
  A clear commitment to continuing professional development

The children would like:
 A person who is fair and kind
 Someone who teaches exciting lessons
 A person who challenges them to do their best
 Someone who respects children
 Someone who keeps them safe
 A person who smiles and is generous

NQTs are encouraged to apply.
               
An enhanced DBS is required for appointment to this post.

Application forms available on receipt of a stamped addressed envelope from Julie McKie, Office Manager, Emmaville Primary School, Main Road, Crawcrook, NE40 4ND

Application forms to be returned to school

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Class Teacher - Full Time 10 sessions to start September 2019.
Temporary to cover a maternity leave.

The Head Teacher and Governors of Portobello Primary School are seeking to appoint an outstanding, enthusiastic and highly motivated Class Teacher to start 1st September 2019.

We are looking for someone who:
Is a talented, committed and highly effective class teacher.
Is energetic, enthusiastic, motivated and creative.
Has a high expectation of themselves, of our team and of our children's potential.
Has a sense of fun and a real love of teaching and learning
Is able to provide a challenging and enjoyable learning environment.

In turn we can offer you:
Polite, smiling children who enjoy coming to school and love learning.
A stimulating, forward thinking working environment.
A supportive, happy, friendly, committed team.
An excellent range of professional development activities.

Portobello Primary School is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
If successful you will need to apply for an enhanced Disclosure.

Application forms available by emailing the school at portobelloprimaryschool@gateshead.gov.uk or, on receipt of a large stamped addressed envelope from Mrs C Huntley, School Business Manager, Portobello Primary School, Tamerton Drive, Birtley, Co Durham. DH3 2LY.

Closing Date:    5 April 2019 - 12 noon.

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Gateshead Council are looking to recruit a telemarketing advisor to work in The Business Development Team.  You will be contacting local businesses by telephone to promote the business benefits to employing an apprentice.

It is essential that you have experience of Microsoft Office packages including Word and Excel, Administrative and Customer Service procedures as you will be creating appointments for our officers to attend face to face meetings, telemarketing to employers across the North East and partners of Learning and Skills to create appointments for our officers and you will be responsible for recruitment and engagement of employers from our database of contacts, promoting our apprenticeship offer.

It is also essential that you have effective written and oral communication skills as you will provide information, advice and guidance to employers, members of the public and partners.  You will also promote the services of Gateshead Council Learning and Skills to customers within Gateshead and across the North East, to effectively engage employers and employees onto Gateshead Council learningSkills programmes, including apprenticeships, traineeships and study programmes.  You must be able to meet challenging sales targets set by the senior management team and help our young people source work experience placements with local employers.  You will support the Business Development team in all recruitment and promotional activity including administrative tasks including some evening and weekend events.

You must have experience in working in a cold call sales environment and have 3 GCSE's grades A-C in Maths and English or equivalent.  You must also have good customer service skills and the ability to work as part of a team and on your own.

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One Year Fixed Term Post X 2 posts to start September 2019.
Teacher - Full Time 10 Sessions.

We are seeking to appoint two passionate, inspirational and innovative teachers to join our popular, forward thinking two-form entry primary school (NQTs may apply).

We are looking for outstanding classroom practitioners who have:
 Relevant training and experience of successful teaching and learning
 High expectations and standards in achievement and behaviour
 A firm belief and strong commitment to inclusive education
 A clear understanding of how children are motivated and learn effectively
 A creative approach to encourage children to take ownership of their own learning
 Energy, commitment, enthusiasm and initiative
 The ability to work collaboratively and flexibly as part of a highly skilled team and form positive   relationships with children, parents, staff and other professionals

In return we can offer:
 A diverse and vibrant learning community with enthusiastic and engaging children with 'can do' attitudes
 A positive, caring ethos and culture
 An excellent state of the art learning environment which is extremely well resourced
 A team of hardworking, dedicated and friendly colleagues
 A supportive and effective governing body
 High quality professional development opportunities and experiences

These posts are not open to job share.

Lingey House Primary School is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. 
If successful you will need to apply for an enhanced Disclosure.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged on Monday 1st April (9.30am and 3.30pm), Thursday 4th April (9.30am and 3.30pm) and Tuesday 23rd April (3.30pm).  Please contact the school office to make an appointment.

Further information regarding this role can be found on our school website www.lingeyhouseprimary.org

Application forms are available from the school website www.lingeyhouseprimary.org.
Please return completed application forms with an accompanying letter (no longer than two sides of A4) marked for the attention of Mrs C Ritchie, Headteacher, Lingey House Primary School, Millford, Gateshead, NE10 8DN.

Closing Date: Wednesday 24th April 2019 at 12.00 noon
Short Listing: Week commencing 29th April 2019
Interviews: Week commencing 7th May 2019
School Visits: 1st, 4th & 23rd April 2019 - Please telephone the school to confirm your attendance.

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