SOMERSET COUNCILS’ VACANCY BULLETIN
ISSUE NO: 51
18 December 2015
Applications are invited from employees of the following Councils: Somerset County Council
Mendip District Council
Sedgemoor District Council
South Somerset District Council
Taunton Deane Borough Council
West Somerset Council
South West Councils
Latest time for acceptance of advertisements is 12 noon Monday
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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
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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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Please note this is the LAST edition of 2015, the Vacancy Bulletins will
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Commercial and Business Services
Strategic ICT
Taunton
SERVICE MANAGER, ICT - ENTERPRISE ARCHITECT
37 hours per week
Salary: £38,405 per annum
Job Ref No: 8578/JH
2 year fixed term contract
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Strategic ICT Team. Our team aims to deliver the strategic
direction across Somerset County Council for technology and innovation.
We are looking for a Service Manager with a strong commitment who will support the ICT Strategic
Manager and work as part of a team with other Service Managers to develop and deliver existing and
emerging ICT strategies.
You will be an expert in ICT related enterprise architecture especially around Microsoft products. You
will need excellent organisational, communication and forward thinking skills as well as proven
technical knowledge into this specific area of ICT.
As part of the ICT Strategic Team you will:
 Work with key stakeholders, both internally and externally, to understand business need and
opportunities and ensure appropriate considerations are applied to proposed strategies and
solutions.
 Contribute to the ICT Strategy and other corporate strategies requiring input.
 Project manage/provide project support to technology enabled transformation.
 Produce technical specifications to assist with procurement of high quality and value for money
services and solutions.
 Develop and deliver savings, options appraisal and innovation proposals
 Develop processes to ensure that end user benefits are maximised through the technology
available
You will need to have an excellent working knowledge of SharePoint, Azure Platform, Windows 10,
Office 365 and its associated product suite as well as a proven track record of working across a large
organisation on complex issues and the development of strategic direction.
Personal attributes include excellent leadership and communication skills, flexibility and self-motivation
as well as the ability to communicate at all levels.
For an informal discussion about the post please contact Darren Cole, Strategic Manager on 01823
359723.
Please see above for application details.
Closing date: 23 December 2015 at 5.00pm
Operations
Adults with Learning Disabilities
Yeovil
BUSINESS SUPPORT ASSISTANT
30 hours per week
Salary: £11,412 - £12,925 per annum
Job Ref No: 8574/AP
This is a temporary position until 31/08/16
We are looking for an enthusiastic Business Support Assistant to work in our Team in Yeovil. We
provide support to Operational Managers who provide a range of Services to Adults with Learning
Disabilities. The Team is relatively small but hard working, committed and supportive. We are looking
for a likeminded person to join our Team to undertake a range of tasks including Ordering goods and
services for the Learning Disabilities Provider Service (LDPS), Invoice for a range of services the LDPS
provide, using Excel spreadsheets to commit and validate financial transaction. There are also day to
day office tasks such as managing petty cash.
We are looking for someone to join our Team who possesses:
• Excellent organisational skills
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• Flexibility to work to conflicting and challenging deadlines
• Strong ICT skills, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook
• Good communication skills
• A professional manner
• The ability to work as part of a Team
This is a temporary position until 31/08/16
Please see above for application details.
Closing date: 29 December 2015 at 5.00pm
Operations
Adults with Learning Disabilities
Westonzoyland
*WAKING NIGHT SUPPORT ASSISTANT
18 hours per week
Salary: £9,130 - £10,340 This salary includes a one third night enhancement. You will be paid an
additional £1.53 per hour for each hour worked on Saturday and Sunday.
Job Ref No: 8579/AP
There is potential for additional hours (up to 36 hours).
About the role….
Would you like to work for a service that provides high quality services to people who have a learning
disability? If so, we’d love to hear from you!
As part of the Learning Disability Service in Somerset we focus on promoting independence, social
inclusion, choice and self determination
About you….
You enjoy working with a variety of people. You will have a real gift for communicating and interacting
with others and promoting rights and choices. Under direction of a senior member of staff you will
support individuals at night with personal care and health care tasks where required, as well as
household tasks.
With an excellent induction and training programme, all we need from you is a way with people, a
positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
To summarise, we need someone who is motivated, enthusiastic and flexible. Able to put another
person’s needs and wishes above your own and enable them to live how they choose. Able to lone
work, with access to support when needed.
Ability to attend meetings, supervision and undertake training during the day.
If you think that you have these qualities and are interested in joining our team, we would like to hear
from you.
Please visit our recruitment Webpage www.learningdisabilitysomerset.com and view our short staff
films to get an idea of their individual journeys into our service.
For an informal discussion please contact Sean McAlister on 01278 691080.
Please see above for application details.
Closing date: 4 January 2016 at 5.00pm
Operations
Adults with Learning Disabilities
*SUPPORT ASSISTANT
Various hours per week
Starting rate of pay £7.29 per hour weekdays and £8.82 per hour on weekends, rising to £8.26
per hour weekdays and £9.79 per hour on weekends. Sleep ins £34. You could earn up to
£16,121 per annum based on 37 hours a week, one sleep in a week and working two weekends a
month.
Job Ref No: 8577/AP
Somerset County Council's Learning Disability Service are looking for motivated, creative and flexible
people to join our service. We support adults who have a learning disability live the life they choose.
For more information and to apply please visit our webpage www.learningdisabilitysomerset.com or
phone Bev Blinman on 01749 346327.
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Please see above for application details.
Closing date: 4 January 2016 at 5.00pm
Somerset County Council
In partnership with Somerset Phase Associations
*SOMERSET EDUCATION PARTNERS
Salary: You will be commissioned for a number of days per year on a daily rate of £400.
Job Ref No: 8575/HC
Somerset County Council has a vision for Somerset to be the most forward looking area in England for
education and learning, making it a great place for children and young people to grow up, learn,
develop and achieve. The newly appointed Director for Education is ensuring Education and school
improvement is a key priority across the County. We are looking to commission a number of Somerset
Education Partners (SEPs) for Primary, Secondary, Special Schools and Pupil Referral Units, who will
be instrumental in ensuring we achieve this vision.
As a Somerset Education Partner you will engage with a number of assigned schools. Through
professional dialogue meetings your work will support School Improvement Somerset’s Education
Strategic Vision and the Improving Outcomes Strategy. Your work will enable Heads, Governors and
Senior Leadership Teams to prepare for future inspections. You will facilitate and champion partnership
working between the Local Authority and the phase associations and will work closely with the
executive officers for each phase.
As a Somerset Education Partner you are likely to be, though not exclusively, a recently retired
Headteacher, a Local Authority School Improvement Officer/Adviser or an independent consultant. You
will have a strong background in school improvement and a good understanding of the current
inspection process.
We would welcome informal discussions about this role so please contact Sue Rogers, Deputy Director
of Education (01823 359257), Neal Chislett, Head of Educational Effectiveness (01823 348266) or
Simon Faull, Director of the Somerset Challenge (07919 540772).
Application by completion of application form and CV. Please email your application form and CV to
recruitment@somerset.gov.uk
Please quote the job reference number 8575HC.
Please see above for application details.
Closing Date: 11 January 2016
Interviews are planned for Wednesday 20 and Thursday 21 January.
St Cuthbert’s Church of England Junior School
Keward Avenue, Wells., BA5 1TS
Tel: 01749 678066
Email: sch.396@educ.somerset.gov.uk
www.stcuthbertsjuniorswells.co.uk
*TEACHING ASSISTANT
15 hours 50 minutes mornings only
Required ASAP
A teaching assistant is required to support children with special educational needs within our school.
The post will be for mornings only (15.50 hours per week). The salary range will be between Grade 15
point 9 to grade 14 point 13 dependent on experience. The successful candidate will start 22nd
February 2016 or earlier if possible.
St Cuthbert’s Junior School promotes the highest standards for all of our children, widening their
horizons and raising their aspirations, embracing new technologies and initiatives to fully prepare the
children for their future in an ever changing world. We are looking to appoint an exceptional Teaching
Assistant to support high quality teaching and learning for some our SEN children across the school.
The successful candidate will support children on a 1-1 or small group basis.
We are looking for a person who can demonstrate they are flexible, calm, patient and empathic and
have the ability to fit in with our skilled, dedicated and hardworking staff team.
We are looking for:
 A successful teaching assistant who is able to raise and sustain high standards
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 Someone who has excellent interpersonal skills with pupils, staff and parents
 A teaching assistant who is able to enthuse and inspire children
 Somebody who cares and can make a real difference to the outcomes of our children
Our school:
 Has wonderful children who make everyone feel welcome
 Is committed to supporting continuous professional development
 Has a team of staff that is recognised for their enthusiastic, friendly and rigorous approach to
teaching and learning
 Has children who thrive in a creative and challenging atmosphere
 Has parents and carers who are supportive and ambitious for their children
Application packs are available from the school website www.stcuthbertsjuniorswells.co.uk
Application is by Somerset standard application form emailed to
hsingleton@educ.somerset.gov.uk
Applicant deadline 9 am Thursday 7th January 2016, shortlisting Friday 8th January 2016
Interviews will take place on Thursday 14th January
Cotford St Luke Community Primary School
Bethell Mead, Cotford St Luke, Taunton, TA4 1HZ
Telephone: 01823 430831
Fax:
01823 433906
Email:
office@cotford-st-luke.somerset.sch.uk
Website: www.cotfordstlukeprimary.co.uk
"The positive relationships across the school create a productive learning environment." Ofsted May
2014
*TEACHING ASSISTANT
Temporary Position - required as soon as possible
Salary Grade 15 - £14.075 to £15,941 pa pro rata
29 hours 10 minutes per week - term time only 8:40am to 3:30pm
An excellent opportunity exists for an experienced, reliable, conscientious and enthusiastic Teaching
Assistant to join our friendly, supportive and caring school. Previous experience of working in a primary
school with a sound knowledge of teaching phonics and/or delivering intervention programs is
desirable.
The successful candidate will also need good communication skills and be able to demonstrate
initiative, creativity and flexibility with a willingness to work in any year group or with children with a
range of needs.
A relevant qualification at NVQ Level 3 is desirable, but not essential.
A Job Description and Application form is available from www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs or the
school website www.cotfordstlukeprimary.co.uk. Visits to the school are very welcome. For an
informal discussion or to arrange a visit please contact the School Business Manager on 01823
430831.
Closing date: - Friday 8th January 2016
Interviews: - week commencing 11th January 2016
Please note that the school will be closed for Christmas from 21st December and re-opens on 4th
January 2016.
The Fosse Federation of Schools
Incorporating Evercreech and Lovington Church of England Priamry Schools
This post is based at Evercreech Church of England Primary School, Evercreech, Shepton
Mallet, Somerset BA4 6EH
Exec Headteacher: Mrs Norma Anselm BA(Hons) PGCE NPQH
NOR: 148
*SPECIAL NEEDS TEACHING ASSISTANT
26 hours 15 minutes per week, term time only
(9.00am - 12.15pm & 1.20pm - 3.20pm)
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Salary: Grade: 15 £7.29 - £8.26 per hour
Required ASAP
We are looking for an enthusiastic and caring Teaching Assistant for a Reception child with Global
Learning Delay. It would be an advantage to have had experience of working with children with SEN
including personal and intimate care. The successful candidate will need to be able to work both
independently and as part of a team, as well as liaising with parents and other professionals. There is
also the possibility that 4-6 hours per week of this post will require working as a Classroom Assistant.
This post is subject to SEN funding.
For an application pack visit our website at www.evercreech.somerset.sch.uk
Closing date for applications: 12 noon 7 January 2016
Interviews to be held: 22 January 2016
Milford Junior School,
Glenthorne Avenue, Yeovil, Somerset. BA21 4PG
Telephone: 01935 474477
E-mail: office@milford-jun.somerset.sch.uk
Website: www.milfordjuniors.com
*SEN TEACHING ASSISTANT
(Required January 2016)
Temporary in the first instance
1 x 21.25 hours per week
08.45 –12.00
08.30 - 12.00
12.55 - 3.10
08.45 – 12.00
12.55 - 3.10
08.30 - 12.00
08.45 - 12.00
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
38 Weeks a Year (Term Time only)
Grade 15 £7.29 to £8.26 per hour (depends on experience)
We are looking for an enthusiastic, versatile and committed individual to join our friendly Education
Support team. Previous experience is essential as this post will involve 1 to 1 work with a pupil with
learning needs and delayed communication and interaction needs. Applicants should be able to
demonstrate initiative and rapport with children and be aware of safeguarding, behaviour and
confidentiality requirements.
Deadline: 12pm Wednesday 23rd December 2015
Interviews will be held: Week beginning 11th January 2016
If you would like to visit, please contact the school office on 01935 474477
Further details and an application form can be downloaded from the” Vacancies” section on our
website at: www.milfordjuniors.com
Trull Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Church Road, Trull, Taunton TA3 7JZ
01823 333239
sch.369@educ.somerset.gov.uk
www.trullprimary.com
*TEACHING ASSISTANT
Required from January 2016, a flexible, adaptable and enthusiastic teaching assistant to support the
curriculum in Key Stage 1 and 2.
You will be required to work 5 days a week.
You will need:
 Good English and maths skills (GCSE or ‘O’ Level Grade C or above or equivalent)
 Sound knowledge of the expectations in the New Curriculum
 A clear understanding of strategies to motivate all pupils.
 A flexible approach to your work and ability to work as part of a class and team.
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 The ability to take initiative and support where required.
 A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
 To be confidential and discreet concerning pupils and their needs.
We will provide:
 A supportive environment in which to work.
 Children who are keen to do well and participate in the full life of Trull CE VA Primary School.
 A team of staff who have a good sense of humour and are willing to work hard with you.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed.
Please apply by application form (available from the school website) with a covering letter
addressed to the Head.
School visits: Monday 4th and Tuesday 5th January 2016
Closing date: Wednesday 6th January 2016
Interview date: Tuesday 12th January 2016
Hambridge Community Primary School, Langport, Somerset TA10 0AZ
Headteacher – Mr Iain Crabtree
Tel 01460 281370
Email icrabtree@educ.somerset.gov.uk
*SEN TA
We are looking for an experienced Special Needs Teaching Assistant, with good organisational skills,
to deliver interventions to pupils age 4 – 11.
The teaching Assistant must have the ability to motivate both groups and individuals and be able to
follow set instructions as well as using their own initiative.
Knowledge of the ‘Integrated Literacy Programme’ an advantage, although training can be organised.
Flexibility with working hours essential. To start January 2016
Weekly hours – initially 11 hours spread over 5 Afternoons. Times to be negotiated.
Our school is committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of pupils at our school. Visits to
the school are very welcome. Please contact the school to make an appointment.
Initially a fixed term contract until July 2016.
Grade 15 Pt 9 - 13 £14,075 -£15,941 per annum, pro rata.
Please apply by application form (available from www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs or the school) and
a covering letter to Mr Iain Crabtree (Headteacher) at the school
(icrabtree@educ.somerset.gov.uk).
Closing Date for completed applications is Friday January 8th
Interviews on Wednesday January 13th.
St John’s CEVA First School, Frome
*SENIOR MIDDAY SUPERVISOR
Grade 15 Spinal Column point 9
Salary: (£14,075 pro rata) - £7.30 ph
Hours: 11.30 – 13.30 daily Monday – Friday (10 hours)
Fixed Term in the first instance
We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to oversee our team of Midday Supervisors, reporting to the
Senior Leadership Team. The post will involve leading a team of 12 lunchtime supervisors and 3 hot
lunch providers. We are looking for someone who is organised, a decision maker who has a positive
attitude to leading and working as part of a team. A food hygiene qualification would be an advantage,
although training can be arranged. If you have the appropriate qualifications, experience and attitude
then we would be delighted to hear from you.
*CROSSING PATROL x 2
Grade 16 Spinal Column point 7
Salary: (£13,715 pro rata) - £7.11 ph
We are looking for two very special people to assist our families with their safe daily journey to and
from school. Both positions are for 5 hours per week at the start and end of the school day.
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Successful applicants will be fully trained by the Somerset Highways Team and all uniform will be
provided. Would you fit into the caring and nurturing ethos of our school?
*TEMPORARY CLEANER (10 hours per week)
Grade 16 Spinal Column point 7
Salary: (£13,715 pro rata) - £7.11 ph
We are seeking a motivated individual who is willing to temporarily join our premises team to cover
medical absence. The post involves cleaning the school and adhering to Health and Safety
requirements, reporting to the Senior Leadership Team. The successful applicant must be available for
duties from 11th January.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to
share this commitment. All posts are subject to satisfactory references.
Please contact school for an application pack and, if you wish, to arrange a visit. Completion of
a medical questionnaire will also be required.
The deadline for applications is Tuesday 5th January 2016. Interviews will take place during week
commencing Monday 11th January 2016.
Ashill Community Primary School, Ashill, Ilminster TA19 9NH.
*LUNCHTIME SUPERVISORY ASSISTANT
For a year in the first instance
Salary: Grade 16.8 £7.18 per hour
Hours: 12.15 to 2.30pm per day (Monday – Friday) term time only.
Required start date: as soon as possible
Ashill School requires a lunchtime supervisor to work alongside one other supervisor serving between
30 and 40 hot meals each day.
The post will also involve playground duty and then clearing away and washing up dishes.
Ashill is a small village school and the post would suit someone who enjoys working with young
children and being part of a happy and supportive team.
We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment.
Please apply in writing to the Headteacher at Ashill Community Primary School, Ashill, Ilminster
TA19 9NH.
If you would like to visit the school prior to application, please contact the school office on 01823
480637.
Closing date: Friday 8th January 2016
Interview date: to be arranged
Hindhayes Infant School, Leigh Road, Street BA16 0HB
office@hindhayes.somerset.sch.uk
01458 442978
*CROSSING PATROL SUPERVISOR
8.45- 9.15am & 2.45-3.15pm
Monday to Friday (term time only),
£7.10 per hour
For immediate start
To provide daily care, support and a safe environment for students by:
 ensuring safety and good kerb drill in the crossing of roads outside the school
 provide a safe well defined crossing position outside the school.
 maintain a clear and unobstructed area of road outside the school
 ensure the proper procedure is followed in halting traffic flow for safety of students and drivers.
If you’ve got what it takes to ensure that our families travel to and from school safely, please
contact the school office for more details and an application form!
Closing Date 13th January 2016
We are committed to safeguarding children.
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Frome Community College, Bath Road, Frome, Somerset, BA11 2HQ
Tel: 01373 465353, Fax: 01373 469078
*PHOENIX (BEHAVIOURAL UNIT) CO-ORDINATOR
Maternity Cover
33 hours 40 minutes per week
(Monday – Thursday 8.30 am – 4.00 pm, with 40 minute lunch break)
(Friday 8.30 am – 3.30 pm, with a 40 minute lunch break)
Term time plus 5 INSET days
Grade 12 £20,253 - £22,937 pro rata
Actual starting salary £15,922 - £18,031, depending on experience)
Required for January 2016, an exciting opportunity to work within a specialist Behavioural Support
Team working with challenging pupils, some of which may be at risk of exclusion. This is a temporary
role covering maternity. The post holder will work closely with the Inclusion Manager and co-ordinate
bespoke curriculum plans to address the needs of students who require particular support to overcome
behavioural, emotional and social barriers to learning
Leading a small team you will help students develop their potential through class work, group work and
1:1 support. You will be co-ordinating, delivering and planning their main stream education
You will have experience working with or relating to young people exhibiting challenging behaviour and
a commitment to their welfare, education and development
For further information, please contact Katherine Locke (Inclusion Manager) on 01373 465353
Closing date: 4 January 2016 (12 noon)
Interview Date: 13 January 2016
*HR ADMINISTRATOR
Permanent
Part Time – 30 hours week
8.30am – 3.00pm with half hour lunch break
Term Time & INSET days
Grade 13 £17,372 - £19,742 pro rata
Actual salary £11,956.78 - £13,587.99
Frome College are seeking to appoint an experienced HR Administrator who is highly organised, has
strong attention to detail, a calm, professional manner with excellent interpersonal skills.
You will undertake all the administration relating to the HR function of the College, including the
recruitment of staff – designing and placing vacancy advertisements, drafting job descriptions,
communicating with applicants, handling all interview arrangements and processing all requisite
paperwork relating to new appointments. You will also be responsible for maintaining the school’s
personnel records both electronically and paper files, liaising with the County Payroll Service and
dealing with queries from staff at the College which relates to either their contract of employment or
pay.
As part of this role you will also be required to provide PA support to the Business Manager which may
include attending meetings, carrying out research in preparation for meetings and presenting findings.
You will be situated as part of the fantastic business team that we have at the college. A background in
HR is desirable, although not essential. Prior experience of working in a school administration team
would be of benefit but is also not essential as you will be supported and full training will be given. You
will also need to be comfortable working with confidential information and working in a fast moving
environment, where the ability to prioritise a heavy workload is essential. This is a challenging but
highly rewarding role.
Please see full job descriptions for further details.
For an informal discussion please contact Sarah Thayer, HR Manager, on 01373 469058.
Closing date: 5 January 2016 (12 noon)
Interview date: 14 January 2016
Please visit our website for full details and the application process: www.fromecollege.org
Completed applications should be returned by post or by email to
fccrecruitment@fromecollege.org
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Wadham School
Mount Pleasant, Crewkerne, Somerset TA18 7NT
*EXAM INVIGILATORS
We are looking to recruit Exam Invigilators to work as part of a team initially throughout May and June
covering GCSE / GCE exams. This is a part-time role and we are looking for adaptable individuals who
can work flexibly. Full training will be given. Pay will be based on an hourly rate of £8.18 per hour.
*SCIENCE TECHNICIAN
Grade 14 - £11,887-£12,954 actual salary, dependent on experience, 32.5 hours per week, term
time plus INSET.
We require a Science Technician to work closely with our dedicated, friendly team of 5 Science
teachers and an experienced Science Technician.
Ability to work on own initiative as well as part of a team is essential, as are good organisational skills
and communication. A background in Chemistry is preferable.
*CLEANERS
Monday – Friday, 3 – 5 pm 10 hours per week
Term time plus INSET
Grade 16 - £3124 actual salary
Closing date for all positions: Friday 8th January 2016.
For further details/application form, please see the school website
www.wadham.somerset.sch.uk, email the Headteacher’s PA, Mrs T Saunders at
tsaunders@educ.somerset.gov.uk or telephone the school on 01460 270123.
South Somerset Partnership School (PRU) requires an
*ADOLESCENT SUPPORT WORKER
(37 hours) Term time + 4 weeks.
Based in Yeovil & South Somerset
Grade 12: £20,253-£22,937 pa pro rata
(dependent on qualifications and experience)
Start date: ASAP
Adolescent Support delivers individual support across South Somerset for young people in Secondary
School who are at risk of permanent exclusion from school.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed professional to join the team to work creatively with
young people across South Somerset. The post will involve casework with young people to plan and
deliver effective individual intervention programmes. The post will involve working closely with families
and with other professionals ensuring a multi-agency approach to improving outcomes for young
people.
The requirement is to work from Monday to Friday. However there is an expectation that you may need
to work an evening if there is a demand or need for this. The work will include some travel across
Somerset and due to the nature of the work there is a large proportion of lone working.
We welcome applications from people who are able to build and sustain strong working relationships
with schools and a wide range of professionals and those who have experience of working with young
people and their families.
For an informal discussion on the above post once you have received the details, please contact Jacky
Walsh on 01460 61258.
Please apply online at www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs
Please email completed application forms to Claire Brand, Business Officer
cbrand@educ.somerset.gov.uk
Closing date: 30/12/2015. Interview date: w/c 04/01/2016
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North Town Primary School, Staplegrove Road, Taunton, TA1 1DF
01823 284676
*FINANCE OFFICER
35 hours per week – Term Time Only Plus 2 Weeks
Salary: Grade 11 – £23,698 - £27,123 pro-rata
The Governing Body invites applications from highly motivated and organised individuals with energy
and vision to join our excellent and dedicated business team as our new Finance Officer.
Reporting to the School Business Manager, the successful candidate will develop and deliver a
comprehensive financial, budgetary and statistical service to meet the Academies financial
requirements and timetables, and provide accurate and timely financial information and Key
Performance Indicators to the School Business Manager.
From a practical standpoint, the successful candidate will efficiently ensure that policy and procedures
are being adhered to, will be responsible for assisting with the annual budget, monitoring the actual
spend against projections and reporting changes. Additionally, they will be required to assist with a
range of financial administrative tasks; such as processing the Academy’s payroll, processing supplier
invoices, reconciling payments and receipts, banking cheques and cash, processing debtors and more.
Our school can offer:
 An opportunity for you to make a real difference in the lives of young people.
 A supportive school community including children, parents, staff and governors.
 A welcoming and enthusiastic environment with a talented and dedicated staff team.
The successful candidate will have:
 An analytical and technical proficiency in all aspects of accounting and financial reporting.
 Experience of a school finance environment and knowledge of relevant Academy or Government
and Local Authority policy and practice in specific relation to school financial matters.
 Experience of recording accounting transactions and maintaining accounting records.
 Experience of bank and project reconciliations.
 Broad knowledge of financial and administrative systems in a team environment.
 Excellent ICT, literacy and numeracy skills.
 Effective organisational, interpersonal and problem solving skills.
Application packs are available on our website www.northtownschool.org.uk or by emailing the
school at NTRecruitment@educ.somerset.gov.uk. Please contact the school office for paper
copies. Applications received that do not contain a fully completed application form will not be
considered.
The closing date for applications will be 12:00 noon on 23rd December 2015. Interviews will be held on
Thurs 7th January or Friday 8th January 2016.
We are committed to safeguarding.
Brymore Academy
Cannington, Somerset TA5 2NB
Brymore is a State Boarding School for boys aged 11 – 17 set in its own 60 acre site with a working
farm, gardens, workshops and sports facilities. The school is currently expanding and this is an exciting
time in Brymore’s development.
*BOARDING PASTORAL MANAGER
Full-time hours, to include evenings and weekends
Term time, plus INSET days
Salary: Grade 12 (points 22 to 26)
Actual salary: £20,253 to £22,937 per annum
Accommodation is provided
We are looking for a Pastoral Manager to establish functional strategies for the boarding houses in all
areas of pastoral care.
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This role will include developing and implementing long term plans within the boarding environment
that guide staff to support students to overcome their barriers to learning and maximise the
opportunities provided for them.
*HOUSEPARENT (RESIDENTIAL)
Full-time hours, to include evenings and weekends
Term time, plus INSET days
Salary: Grade 12 (points 22 to 26)
Actual salary: £20,253 to £22,937 per annum
Accommodation is provided
We are looking for a Houseparent to help ensure the boarding houses are a happy, caring and
supportive environment for our students.
This role involves encouraging and developing extra-curricular activities for the boys, providing them
with a wide range of experiences and opportunities
Further details and application form for these posts are available to download from our website
www.brymoreacademy.co.uk or email office@brymore.somerset.sch.uk or telephone 01278
652369. Please ensure you return this completed application form with your request for
consideration for the post.
Closing date: Friday 15th January 2016 – 5pm
Potential Interview: Week commencing 25th January 2016
Brymore Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and
therefore this post requires a criminal background check via the disclosure procedure.
Bishop Fox’s School
Bishop Fox Drive, Taunton, TA1 3HQ
*COVER SUPERVISOR - Term time only
Salary Grade 13 Point 17-21: Actual Salary £11,164.78 - £12,687.95
28.75 hours per week (hours can be negotiated)
This role will involve supervising the learning of students when teaching colleagues are absent, and
supporting teaching and learning across the school.
*2 x LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANTS
30.5 hours Term Time Only
Salary Grade 14 Point 13-17: Actual Salary £10,868 - £11,844
1) Working primarily with a student with some physical but no learning difficulties. Knowledge of PEG
feeding tubes is desirable but training can be given.
2) To work primarily with a student with Higher needs ASD in mainstream classroom environment.
*FULL TIME SENIOR SCIENCE TECHNICIAN
37hours p/week, Term Time + two weeks
Salary Grade 13 Point 17-21: Actual Salary £15,124 - £17,188
Technician to assist and support a thriving Science Department.
For full job specifications and an application form, please see our school website:
www.bishopfoxs.somerset.sch.uk
Closing date: 6 January 2016
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South West Audit Partnership Ltd
SENIOR AUDITOR
Based in Dorchester
Salary range £28,746 - £31,846
We are looking to recruit a Senior Auditor. Ideally you will be a part qualified Internal Auditor (PIIA) or
part qualified CCAB, we will also consider AAT qualified staff. You should have a good understanding
of internal audit and will possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. Candidates should
have at least 5 GCSE passes at grade C or higher (or equivalent), including maths and English and a
minimum of 2 ‘A’ Level passes. If you also have a bachelor’s degree or are expecting to graduate
shortly, then all the better.
This is an opportunity for you to work at the cutting edge of internal audit practice in an exciting and
challenging environment and could prove to be an excellent stepping-stone for your career. Appropriate
on the job training will be provided with opportunity for professional training where appropriate.
The position will be based in Dorchester at the Offices of Dorset County Council. The successful
candidate will be required to undertake some travel to other partner sites, so it will be beneficial if you
have a valid driving licence and access to a vehicle.
For further information please contact 01935 385906.
To obtain an application pack contact the Company Secretary, South West Audit Partnership
Ltd, Yeovil Innovation Centre, Barracks Close, Copse Road, Yeovil, BA22 8RN on the above
number or visit our website at www.southwestaudit.co.uk.
Closing Date: Wednesday 23rd December 2015 at midnight
Interview Date: Week commencing 11th January 2016
AUDITOR
Based in Trowbridge
Salary range £17,714 to £20,253
The South West Audit Partnership (SWAP) was established in April 2005 and provides internal audit
services to a growing number of local authorities, other public sector bodies and private sector clients.
This is a great opportunity to embark on a career as an internal auditor. No previous experience is
necessary, although a higher starting salary may be available for exceptional candidates who have
some previous audit experience. The main duties are to assist senior staff in carrying out internal
audits. The ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, is absolutely essential.
Candidates should have at least 5 GCSE passes at grade C or higher (or equivalent), including maths
and English and a minimum of 2 ‘A’ Level passes. If you also have a bachelor’s degree or are
expecting to graduate shortly, then all the better.
This is an opportunity for you to work at the cutting edge of internal audit practice in an exciting and
challenging environment and could prove to be an excellent stepping-stone for your career. Appropriate
on the job training will be provided and there may be the possibility of professional training.
The successful candidates will be required to undertake some travel to other partner sites, so you
should therefore have a valid driving licence and access to a vehicle.
For further information please contact 01935 385906.
To obtain an application pack contact The Company Secretary, South West Audit Partnership
Ltd, Yeovil Innovation Centre, Barracks Close, Copse Road, Yeovil, BA22 8RN on the above
number or visit our website at www.southwestaudit.co.uk.
Closing Date: Wednesday 23rd December 2015 – Midnight
Interview Date: Week commencing 11th January 2016
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