From April 2019 a fantastic opportunity has arisen to appoint a proactive, organised and dynamic individual to lead SEND and Inclusion at Dunston Hill Community Primary School.
Dunston Hill is a larger than average, two-form entry community primary school in Gateshead Authority. We pride ourselves on offering a caring, challenging and inclusive provision where the children are at the heart of everything we do.
We are looking for a candidate who has:
* Qualified teacher status with at least 5 years as a class teacher in primary education, with experience in more than one Key Stage.* Excellent classroom practitioner and role model with a passion for ensuring that all pupils achieve their best.* Experience of identifying and supporting children SEND and other barriers to learning.* Thorough knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice.* Experience of working collaboratively in partnership with children, parents, staff, governors and the wider community.* A positive, caring ethos with energy, commitment, enthusiasm and initiative.* Excellent organisational skills and experience of leading and managing a team.* Experience of working alongside vulnerable families in challenging circumstances.
We can offer you:
* A diverse and vibrant learning community with enthusiastic and engaging children.* A positive, supportive and caring ethos and culture.* An excellent, state of the art learning environment which is extremely well resourced.* A team of hard-working, dedicated and friendly colleagues.* High quality professional development opportunities and experiences.
If successful you will be required to apply for an enhanced Disclosure.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged on Monday 21st January at 5:00pm and Wednesday 23rd January at 09:00am. Please contact our School Office to make an appointment.
Further information regarding this role can be found on our school web site www.dunstonhillcps.co.uk
Application forms are available from the school website: www.dunstonhillcps.co.uk and should be returned with an accompanying letter marked for the attention of Mr C Sutherland, Head teacher, at Market Lane, Dunston, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear NE11 9NX
Applicants who have been shortlisted will be informed by Friday 1 February 2019. Those who are unsuccessful in being shortlisted will not be contacted.
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The Head Teacher and Governors are looking to appoint a highly motivated teacher to join our outstanding school. We are looking for:* A committed practitioner who is passionate about developing children and the ways in which they learn.* A creative and enthusiastic teacher, who is prepared to work closely with the whole school community.* Someone who can contribute to raise standards of achievement in Reception so that all children achieve their full potential.* A practitioner who has up to date knowledge, experience of the EYFS Curriculum and what makes an outstanding practitioner.* Someone who can work in partnership with children, staff, parents and Governors to realise our shared vision.
We offer:* Enthusiastic children who are keen to learn and enjoy school.* The opportunity to make a difference to the lives of our pupils and to our school.* A talented and friendly staff, committed to teamwork.* The support of an actively involved and encouraging governing body.* You will be an excellent practitioner with the ability to work within a team and maintain a good sense of humour.
Visits to the school are welcome by prior appointment on: Monday 28 Jan 1.30pm or Wednesday 30 Jan 4pm. Please contact the school to book on a tour.
Further information available from:Mrs A Orton, School Business Manager, Fell Dyke Community Primary School, Springwell Road, Wrekenton, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear NE9 7AA
Closing Date 12 Noon Thursday 31st January 2019
Interviews Tuesday 26th February 2019
The Play Service is part of Gateshead Council's Early Help Service and is responsible for the delivery of inclusive play opportunities for children and young people across Gateshead. We are currently recruiting for Casual Play Workers to join our excellent team. We are looking for highly motivated individuals to fill a variety of roles. We welcome applications from those who have experience of working with children and young people with Autism and associated complex needs. We also welcome applicants who have a D1 Category Driving Licence.
Applicants must be available to start work during this year's summer holiday period commencing Monday 22nd July 2019 for six weeks. Hours of work during holiday periods will be Monday to Friday, 8.00am - 4.00pm. We also have a variety of opportunities available during term time including work within our Children's Centres and the delivery of one to one outreach provision.
Applicants must have experience of working with children and young people and planning and delivering activities. They will have knowledge of Inclusion and experience of consulting children and young people during planning. They will have a variety of knowledge, skills and experience which will support the service in ensuring that the children and young people of Gateshead have a fantastic time when attending our activities.
Gateshead Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.If successful, you will to have to apply for an enhanced Disclosure. Job Profile
Delivering Social Work in the newly formed Child in Need Assessment and Intervention service.
Grade I/J GBP 30,756 - GBP 36,153. + a temporary 5% Recruitment & Retention Allowance (GBP 1537 - GBP 1807).
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.
The Children with Disabilities Team is part of the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Service which was established in response to the Children and Families Act. Gateshead has been implementing the new reforms to develop Education, Health and Social Care Plans since September 2014 and has lead responsibility for statutory assessments for Education, Health and Care Plans.
The Team is responsible for the statutory service provision to disabled children and develops support plans for disabled children undertaking Child in Need Assessments as part of the statutory assessment process.
We are seeking to recruit three experienced social workers to join our highly effective team. You will join a group of highly effective and motivated staff to work in partnership with disabled children, their parents and external agencies to provide an effective service to minimise the effect of a child's disability.
It is essential that you have a relevant Social work qualification or equivalent (SW Degree, CQSW, Dip SW or CSS) and be registered with the HCPC. You must have knowledge of child development particularly with respect to the needs of the disabled child and have an understanding of the, Children's Act 1989, Equalities Act and the Human Rights Act. Experience of assessing children and their families, carer and family placements, report writing, presentation skills and be able to communicate effectively are also essential.
Knowledge of the Chronically Sick and Disabled Persons Act 1970 (section 2) and the recent SEND reform is desirable. As is experience of working with hearing, visual and multiple impairments; child protection and looked after children.
You will have access to a range of training and development opportunities designed to strengthen your CPD and equip you with the tools to perform to the highest standard of practice as well as prepare you for the national assessment and accreditation process. We recognise the importance of valuing our staff by supporting Social Workers through manageable caseloads, reflective supervision, and accessibility to senior managers.
As an employee you would receive a generous annual leave package (increasing after 5 years), be a member of the Tyne & Wear Pensions Fund and be eligible to access a range of employee benefits such as the flexi time scheme, child care benefit scheme, annual leave purchase scheme as well as a variety of staff offers and discounts.
It is essential that you have a current driving licence and access to a car, or means to mobility support.If successful you will have to apply for an enhanced Disclosure.
Civil Parking Enforcement is delivered as an element of Transport Strategy, which is part of the Council's Communities and Environment Group. There are now vacancies for two Civil Enforcement Officers within this team. This is essentially a lone working role, although as part of a larger team.
Our Civil Enforcement Officers are the eyes and ears of the local community, patrolling areas, providing advice to residents and members of the public, whist enforcing road traffic orders and issuing parking fines.
If successful, your day will be spent mostly outside in all weathers walking considerable distances so please consider this before you apply. You will be dealing with members of the public face to face so customer service must be something you enjoy, sometimes in difficult situations.
Your main duties will be to undertake extensive patrolling of on and off street locations throughout the borough inspecting car parks, identifying contraventions and issuing penalty charge notices using hand-held terminals or manual systems when necessary.
You may be required to direct and organise parking in on and off street facilities, and you will undertake security observations and report suspicious and unacceptable incidents as required. You will liaise with members of the public to give advice on parking issues and enforcement procedures ensuring that the Council's customer care policy is adhered to at all times. You must be qualified to City & Guilds Level 2 for Parking Enforcement Officers, or be capable of achieving this qualification upon appointment. You must have a current UK driving licence with entitlement for cars and light vans, as sometimes you will be required to patrol the wider area using one of our fleet vehicles. You should have knowledge of Parking related legislation and traffic management. You should have strong communication and customer care skills, have experience of working in a customer focused environment and a basic level of computer skills.
For further information please see the relevant job profile, the criteria within which will be used in the short-listing process.A shift pattern is operated necessitating some weekend and unsocial hours working.
If successful you will be required to provide a suitable standard DBS disclosure.
The Environmental Enforcement team is a new team being developed within the Development, Transport and Public Protection service of Communities & Environment, with 6 frontline enforcement officers working a shift pattern that covers evenings and weekends. Your day will be spent mostly outside, in all weathers, walking up to 10 miles per day, so please consider this before you apply. You will be dealing with members of the public face-to-face, so this sort of interaction must be something you are comfortable with, sometimes in difficult situations therefore you must have experience of dealing with conflicting situations.Your main duties will be to undertake extensive patrolling of on- and off-street locations throughout the borough, identifying instances of littering, dog-fouling, graffiti, fly-posting and abandoned vehicles, issuing Fixed Penalty Notices face-to-face using hand-held terminals or manual systems when necessary. You will also be the 'eyes and ears' of the Council, reporting other matters to the relevant departments as you carry out patrols. You will liaise with members of the public to give advice and guidance on relevant matters, ensuring that the Council's customer care policy is adhered to at all times. You should have a detailed knowledge of the Clean Neighbourhoods & Environment Act 2005 and also the Environmental Protection Act 1990 and other relevant environmental protection legislation. You will also be required to conduct interviews in accordance with the Codes of Practice issued under the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 ("PACE") upon appointment, or be capable of achieving this requirement very soon after appointment. You must have a current full UK driving licence with entitlement for cars and light vans, as at times you will be required to patrol the wider area using one of our fleet vehicles. You should have strong communication and customer care skills, have experience of working in a customer focused environment, a basic level of computer skills/data entry and report writing, especially with regard to preparing documents for court. You should also have 5 GCSEs at grades 4 or Grade C (or equivalent qualifications or experience) A shift pattern is operated necessitating some weekend and unsocial hours working.For further information please see the relevant job profile, the criteria within which will be used in the short-listing process.
The Gateshead School Sport Partnership co-ordinate activities and facilitate collaboration amongst schools, their clusters and key partners.
Our vision is for all school age (4-19) children and young people in Gateshead to experience and enjoy high quality Physical Education, Physical Activity and School Sport, building the foundations for a lifelong active and healthy lifestyle.
We are seeking to recruit a new full-time Development Assistant to our existing School Sport Partnership (SSP). The main purpose of the role will be to provide support to the SSP Central Team across a variety of key areas. This will include assistance with the organisation, administration and delivery of a variety of sporting projects and events.
You will have a Degree level qualification in a relevant discipline and you will have experience of co-ordination and delivery of sports events and competitions with a proven track record of team working to achieve targets.
You will have experience of leading and co-ordinating groups of people and working with schools and young people.
You will have excellent organisational skills and be able to work effectively on a range of projects at one time and have good interpersonal skills, be able to communicate effectively, problem-solve and reflect and self-improve proactively.
You will be reliable, dedicated and hardworking and will have experience of time management and be able to use a wide range of IT packages including Microsoft Office applications.
You will have to be able to meet the transport requirements of the post and be available to work early mornings, evenings and weekends as required.
You must have a current driving licence and access to a car of means to mobility support.
Application forms are available online at www.gateshead.gov.uk.Further information is available by contacting 0191 4960026 Extension 267 or E-Mail: schoolsportspartnership@gateshead.gov.uk
Shortlisting - Friday 25th January 2019Interviews - Tuesday 5th February 2019
Student achievement and well-being is at the heart of everything we do at Whickham School. We combine outstanding teaching with a rewarding and an enriching curriculum which broadens students' horizons and encourages them to be the best that they can be. We are seeking to appoint a Maths teacher or NQT, who is passionate about the teaching and learning of mathematics and is committed to self improvement. This is an excellent opportunity to join our oversubscribed 11 - 18 school with a vibrant, forward thinking philosophy and a positive, friendly atmosphere. We can offer an exciting opportunity to make a real impact.
Our maths faculty is undergoing rapid change, with significant improvements in teaching and learning being made in recent years. Our recent visit from Ofsted validated this as they were impressed with our mastery curriculum, use of co-operative learning structures in lessons as well as the progress and engagement of our students. We are a faculty that believes all students can be successful in mathematics and you will contribute to the continuation of raising standards across all levels and abilities.The maths team is large, with staff having expertise and experience in many settings. We work collaboratively to share planning, develop pedagogy and raise the standards of student experience. You can be assured that you will be joining a team that will support you to be the best you can be.
We are delighted that the maths faculty will be housed in our new purpose built STEAM (science, technology, engineering, maths and arts) building due for completion in Jan 2020. The rehousing of maths into our new school build provides us with many exciting opportunities to collaborate with our STEAM colleagues.Whickham school is an exciting place to work, we can offer: A school that will allow you to be inspirational, creative and play an active role in our journey to become outstanding. Professional development programmes, with a commitment to support your career ambitions. An academy which welcomes new ideas with energy and enthusiasm. Students that are well behaved and want to learn. A wide range of extracurricular activities. Opportunities to teach mathematics to further maths A level.If you think you have the passion, energy and drive to help us on our journey of improvement, we would like to hear from you. Informal visits are welcome and encouraged. Please contact Nicola Graham, HR & Administration Manager on (0191 4960026 ext 205) to arrange this. If successful you will have to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure.Applications should be made via the TES portal by following link: https://www.tes.com/jobs/employer/whickham-school-and-sports-college-1048121Closing date for applications is: 20th January 2019Interviews will be held on: W/C 21st January 2019
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