SOMERSET COUNCILS’ VACANCY BULLETIN
ISSUE NO: 37
11 September 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 District Council
South West Regional Assembly
Latest time for acceptance of advertisements is 12 noon Monday
Published by Dillington Advertising Services, Room A2W, County Hall, Taunton, TA1 4DY
Tel: 01823 357584, Fax: 01823 355091, e-mail adverts@somerset.gov.uk
YOU CAN VIEW THESE VACANCIES ON THE INTRANET AT:
http://enterprise.somerset.gov.uk/jobs
The Internet address for externally advertised vacancies is www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs
FULL TIME POSTS are 37 hours per week unless otherwise stated
Only SCC employees may apply for posts marked (INTERNAL) in the first instance.
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
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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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UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED, details and application forms FOR ALL POSTS, including those marked
(INTERNAL) can be found on the SCC intranet at http://enterprise.somerset.gov.uk or by contacting the
Recruitment Team on 01823 356862 (24 hours). Please quote the reference number.
Published By:
Dillington Advertising Services
Room A2W
County Hall
Taunton
TA1 4DY
Tel: 01823 357739
Fax: 01823 355091
Email: adverts@somerset.gov.uk
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Support Services for Education
Commercial Development
Taunton
GRADUATE MARKETING LEAD
37 hours per week
Salary: £20,253 – £22,937 per annum
Job Ref No: 8417/JH
Fixed term contract – 12 months from start date
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a driven and passionate graduate to join a new and exciting
organisation that offers huge room for development.
This is a unique opportunity for an enthusiastic graduate to kick off a career in marketing with Support
Services for Education (SSE). We are looking for a Graduate Marketing Lead who will take
responsibility for SSE’s social media accounts, provide marketing and branding support to senior
managers and help to ensure a consistent approach to marketing throughout the organisation. The
post will also work with staff across SSE to support ongoing project work within the Commercial
Development Team. The post will be based in Taunton.
Support Services for Education is a newly formed traded unit within Somerset County Council offering a
wide variety of support services for all education providers.
You will have significant knowledge of marketing, branding and communication.
For an informal discussion about the post please contact Iain Stevens, Growth and Marketing Manager,
on 01935 463738.
Support Services for Education
Working Together – Providing Opportunities
Please see above for application details.
Closing date: 18 September at 5.00pm
Interviews: 12 October 2015
Support Services for Education
Commercial Development
Taunton
GRADUATE IT AND COMMUNICATIONS DEVELOPER
37 hours per week
Salary: £20,253 – £22,937 per annum
Job Ref No: 8418/JH
Fixed term contract – 12 months from start date
This is an ideal role for a motivated and passionate graduate to join a new and exciting organisation
with lots of room for progression.
This is a brilliant opportunity for a talented graduate to embark on a career in IT and communications
with Support Services for Education (SSE). We are looking for a Graduate IT and Communications
Developer to drive forward the development of our website and digital presence.
The role will include:
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Developing expertise in our current software
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Supporting the marketing and branding of SSE with the use of technology
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Designing and producing branding and marketing materials for publication
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Website design, development and maintenance
You will also work with staff across SSE to support ongoing project work within the Commercial
Development Team. You will be based in Taunton.
Support Services for Education is a newly formed traded unit within Somerset County Council offering a
wide variety of support services for all education providers.
You will have a relevant degree and will be proficient with a range of web development technology and
design software.
For an informal discussion about the post please contact Iain Stevens, Growth and Marketing Manager,
on 01935 463738.
Support Services for Education
Working Together – Providing Opportunities
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Please see above for application details.
Closing date: 18 September at 5.00pm
Interviews: 12 October 2015
Business Development
Business Support – Children’s Social Care
Bridgwater
SENIOR BUSINESS SUPPORT ASSISTANT - CSC
37 hours per week
Salary: £15,941 - £17,372 per annum
Job Ref No: 8416/AB
Want to really make a difference by providing office based support to Social Workers?
We’re looking for someone who is organised, a team player, able to be proactive and use their
initiative, a good all-round communicator, customer focused and able to multi task.
You’ll be supporting a team of frontline Social Workers by providing a proactive office based support
undertaking administrative tasks in a busy working environment.
Face to face client contact is minimal, although there will be significant telephone contact with clients
and professionals so excellent communication skills are required.
The nature of the work is sensitive and highly confidential.
Strong IT skills are required. Office experience is desirable yet not essential, nor is knowledge of this
line of work, but the aptitude to learn and really make a difference is vital to being a success in this very
rewarding role.
For an informal discussion please contact Claire Hill on 01278 447800.
Please see above for application details.
Closing date: 17 September 2015 at 5.00pm
Adults and Health
Business Support
Shepton Mallet
*SENIOR BUSINESS SUPPORT ASSISTANT
37 hours per week
Salary: £15,941 - £17,372 per annum
Job Ref No: 8423/AB
This Adult Social Care Senior Business Support Assistant vacancy provides an exciting opportunity to
join one of our busy and dynamic Business Teams based at our Shepton Mallet Office.
Primarily you will be responsible for the data quality held within our Client database – AIS, working
closely with, and representing the Business Support Supervisor as required.
Other key areas of responsibility will include the line management of our Business Support Assistants –
allocating work and ensuring priorities and deadlines are met, attending and minuting various
professional meetings both locally and on occasions more countywide, and having lead roles in other
business areas such as official access to record requests, data validation exercises and induction
programmes for new members of staff.
Excellent word processing and data entry skills together with accuracy and attention to detail, along
with a commitment to flexible working and a ‘Can Do’ attitude are all vital commodities to the success of
the Senior Business Support Assistant role.
For an informal discussion please contact either Faith Collingwood on 01749 822612 or Cheryl Hamlin
01278 447685.
Please see above for application details.
Closing date: 24 September 2015 at 5.00pm
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Adults and Health
Business Support
Bridgwater
*ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
37 hours per week
Salary: £14,075 - £15,941 per annum
Job Ref No: 8424/AB
We are now looking to recruit a full time equivalent (FTE) Business Support Assistant (job share
considered for the right candidates) to work within our Disability Car Badge Team based in Bridgwater
within the Sedgemoor District Council Offices.
Applicants will require a confident approach to engage with others by telephone as you will be a first
point of contact and will need to use acquired knowledge and initiative to provide information for
applicants
You will be able to work with accuracy to update and maintain computerised record systems on the
National Blue Badge database – for which training will be provided.
Your ability to use acquired knowledge and experience of the process / system to identify potential
errors within established criteria, make corrections or escalate for resolution will be essential, whilst
maintaining confidentiality at all times.
You will also be called upon to support operational colleagues, co-ordinating their diaries to arrange
clinics, organise venues and maintain booking systems. The Business Support Assistant will also be
called upon to contact applicants direct to arrange appointment dates and confirm these appointments
in writing.
The role is varied and interesting and you would be part of a small team. The ability to prioritise
workloads is essential. You should be educated to GCSE/O Level standard, including English and
Maths.
For an informal discussion about this post Anita Winter on 07826 950006
Please see above for application details.
Closing date: 23 September 2015 at 5.00pm
Interviews: 7 October 2015
Operations
Adults with Learning Disabilities
Minehead
*SUPPORT ASSISTANT
29 Hours per week
Salary: £11,032 - £12,494 per annum – You will be paid an additional £1.50 per hour for each
hour worked on Saturday and Sunday. You will be paid £33.27 for each sleep in.
Job Ref No: 8419/AP
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 with others and
promoting rights and choices. Under the direction of a senior team member, you will support individuals
with personal care, using the local community and daily living 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. The ability to
work flexibly on a rota basis which includes evenings and weekends, and to be able to travel is desired
but essential for some services.
If you think that you have these qualities and are interested in joining our team, we would like to hear
from you.
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For more information please contact Helen Chave on 01643 705000.
Please see above for application details.
Closing date: 23 September at 5.00pm
Interviews: Week Commencing 5 October 2015
Economic & Community Infrastructure Operations
Transporting Somerset
Yeovil
*PASSENGER ASSISTANT
10 hours per week
Salary: £3,804 - £4,308 per annum
Job Ref No: 8422/A/AB
One year fixed term contract
Are you kind, versatile, flexible, able to get on well with people, and have previous experience of caring
for people?
If this sounds like you, would you like to be part of our South Somerset Transport Team, working in the
Yeovil area, accompanying people with disabilities to and from their homes, mainly on minibuses, and
assisting with their needs on the vehicles? You would have contact with parents, carers and others
who provide services, so good communication between these people are crucial.
This post is 2 hours per day, Mondays – Fridays. The present hours are approximately 3.00pm –
5.00pm although some flexibility and additional hours may be required.
For an informal discussion about the post please telephone Cath Reed on 01935 470838.
*RELIEF PASSENGER ASSISTANTS
£7.29 per hour
Job Ref No: 8422/B/AB
Please see above for application details.
Closing date: 24 September 2015 at 5.00pm
Taunton Learning Partnership
“Partnership … Creativity … Impact”
*PARENT FAMILY SUPPORT ADVISER (PFSA)
Base:
Deployed across Taunton Learning Partnership (TLP) Schools,
assigned to Primary Schools initially
Hours:
37 hours per week, all year round
Salary:
Grade 12 £20,253 - £22,937
This is an exciting, challenging and rewarding opportunity to work with parents and families, to support
children’s wellbeing and achievements in Taunton schools. Based in schools, the role is to work
directly with young people, their parents/carers and external agencies to ensure all students have full
access to educational opportunities and are able to overcome barriers to learning and participation.
We need people who
 are experienced, reflective practitioners with backgrounds from either education, early help,
social care or the voluntary sector
 have a commitment to transforming the lives of young people and their families to overcome the
social, cultural and economic barriers to learning
 are team players
 have the ability to be creative and innovative in supporting young people and their families,
often in challenging circumstances.
As a Parent and Family Support Adviser, you will advise and support parents ensuring their children
attend school regularly and gain maximum benefits from education. You will also develop and provide
knowledge of family services available in the local community and signpost to available support.
You should be a person who is able to
 develop good rapport and working relations with both children and a wide range of adults
 to achieve positive outcomes through effective communication and influencing skills
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 empower others
 problem solve, use your initiative and work autonomously.
This post requires a criminal background check via the disclosure procedure.
The Taunton Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
For further details or an informal discussion once you have downloaded the job description please
contact:
Helen Millard
HMillard@educ.somerset.gov.uk
Please apply online at www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs
Please email completed application forms to Mary Rousseau at
office663tdpc@educ.somerset.gov.uk
Closing date: 22nd September
Interviews:
w/commencing 29th September
Stoberry Park Primary School
North Road, Wells, BA5 2TJ
Headteacher: Mr Michael Hawkins
N.O.R. 316
Telephone: 01749 672516
Email: sch400mail@educ.somerset.gov.uk
*CLERK TO GOVERNORS (hours as detailed)
Starting Salary: Grade 13: £9.00 - £10.23 per hour
The Governing Body, through its appointed and elected governors, plays a distinctive and essential
role in the continuing success and development of the school. The Clerk’s job is to work with the Chair
and other Governors, dealing with administrative matters for the Governing Body.
Central to this role is preparing for, taking notes at and producing minutes for meetings. Integrity and
the ability to maintain confidentiality are essential. This position is with immediate effect and new clerks
will receive full support and training.
The post will involve 10-12 hours work for each meeting and there will be six full Governing Body
meetings per year. Meetings will usually be held out of school hours and will last approximately 2
hours. The Clerk may be asked to take on additional paid work for meetings according to need.
Please email sch400mail@educ.somerset.gov.uk or visit our school website
www.stoberryparkschool.com for further information and an application form.
Closing date: Midday Thursday 1st October
Hindhayes Infant School
Leigh Road, Street, Somerset. BA16 0HB
Tel: 01458 442978
Email: office @hindhayes.somerset.sch.uk
Required for immediate start
*CARETAKER
12.5 hours per week (3.15pm-5.45pm approx.) term time, with some holiday work
Grade 14 £15,598- £16,998 pro rata
We are looking for a reliable person to be responsible for the security of the premises and its contents.
The successful applicant will undertake minor repairs and improvements, undertake regular health and
safety checks and lead a team to maintain the inside environment of our school. We need someone
who is motivated, flexible and believes in continuous improvement. This role includes regular evening
lettings (additional hours) and some work during school holiday time.
Please contact the school for further details.
Closing date: Wednesday 16 September at midday.
Interviews: week commencing 21 September 2015.
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Westover Green Community School
Westover Green, Bridgwater, Somerset TA6 7HB
Headteacher: Heather Good
Deputy Head: Richard Rosslyn
Telephone: 01278 422943
Fax: 01278 446003
E-mail: office@westovergreen.somerset.sch.uk
*ONE TEACHING AND LEARNING ASSISTANT
required for a Year 4 class to start as soon as possible. 28.75 hours per week term time only on
Somerset Pay Scale Grade 15 - £14,075 - £15,941 pro rata.
The successful candidate will:
 Have previous experience of working with children.
 Have an enthusiastic outlook to team working and developing positive outcomes for children.
 Have good behaviour management.
 Have a good level of English, Mathematics and Computing Skills.
 Hold a minimum NVQ Level 3 qualification or equivalent or be working towards NVQ Level 3
The above posts are temporary but with the possibility of a permanent position dependent on funding.
Visits are welcome. Please contact the school to request an application pack and indicate
which position you are applying for.
Closing date for applications - Wednesday 16 September 2015
Interviews - Monday 28 September 2015
St Benedict C of E VA Junior School, Benedict Street, Glastonbury BA6 9EX
Tel: 01458 831811
Email: sch.164@educ.somerset.gov.uk
*TEACHING ASSISTANT
26.75 hours per week (8:30 – 12:15 Mon – Fri 1:15 – 3:15 4 afternoons per week) term time only
Salary: Grade 15 point 9 – 13. Hourly rate £7.29 - £8.26
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team.
The teaching assistant position will probably be in one of our Year 3 classes. The successful candidate
should have:
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High expectations of learning and behaviour.
A flexible approach to working with the class teacher.
Experience of supporting nurture groups and social skills groups and also working with
children on the autistic spectrum would be desirable.
A good sense of humour.
Informal visits to the school are welcome. Please phone 01458 831811 to make an appointment.
Closing Date: 21/09/15 Noon Interview Date: 24/09/15
*MIDDAY SUPERVISORS
6.67 hours per week (1 hour 20 mins per day) Monday – Friday term time only
Salary: Grade 16 point 6 - 8 Hourly rate £7.05 - £7.18
We are looking for 2 Midday Supervisors to join our school.
The job needs someone who is patient and caring, a good team player who enjoys the company of
children.
Closing Date: 22/09/15 Noon
Interview Date: 28/09/15
For an application form please visit www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs or
www.stbenedictsjuniorschoolglastonbury.org
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Wincanton Primary School (NOR 349)
South Street, Wincanton, Somerset, BA9 9DZ
Headteacher Mr. G. Wilson
Telephone: 01963 32132 Email: office@wincanton.somerset.sch.uk
Website: www.wincantonprimaryschool.co.uk
*1:1 SPECIAL NEEDS ASSISTANT/GENERAL LSA
26hrs 40 minutes per week, term time only
Salary Grade 15 (£7.29-£8.26ph) temporary until August 2016
We are looking for a Learning Support Assistant to work in the mornings on a 1:1 basis with a
physically impaired Year 1 pupil and in the afternoons as a general LSA in Foundation Stage, who will
follow our values of working together and recognising that one success builds on others.
We would like to hear from you if:
 you are an outstanding practitioner
 have experience of working with children with complex needs
 have a commitment to active learning
 are able to demonstrate a good use of initiative
 are able to take on others ideas
Interested candidates are warmly invited to look around our school. Please contact the school office to
make an appointment. Application forms are available from the school office or can be
downloaded from our school website www.wincantonprimaryschool.co.uk.
Please return your application form together with a handwritten covering letter demonstrating
your experience to date, to the Headteacher Mr. G. Wilson
by 12 noon on Wednesday 23rd September 2015
Interviews – Tuesday 29th September 2015
The Fosse Federation of Schools
Evercreech Church of England Primary School, Evercreech,
Shepton Mallet, BA4 6EH
NOR: 146
*LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT - fixed term to August 2016
24 hours 45 mins (9.00am - 12.25pm Monday to Friday & 1.20pm - 3.15pm Monday to Thursday)
term time only
Required 2 November 2015
Salary: Grade 15 (£7.29 to £8.26 per hour)
We are seeking to appoint a skilled and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant with at least NVQ
Level 2 to work with a class of our KS2 children.
Visits to school are welcome. Please contact Mrs Ambrose at Evercreech 01749 830447 to make an
appointment.
Application packs are available from our website www.evercreech.somerset.sch.uk
Closing date for applications: 25 September 2015 noon
Interviews to be held: 1 October 2015 (at Evercreech)
Puriton Primary School
Rowlands Rise, Puriton, BRIDGWATER Somerset TA7 8BT
Tel: 01278 683630
E-Mail: office@puriton.somerset.sch.uk
Age Range 4-11
On Roll: 192
*KS2 TEACHING ASSISTANT
Required as soon as possible
(To cover Adoption Leave initially until Easter 2016 or return of the Postholder)
Hours: 9.00am – 12.15pm and 1.15pm – 3.15pm
20 hours 15 minutes per week
5 mornings and Tuesday and Thursday afternoons
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Monday to Friday (term time only)
Grade: 15 Point: 9
Salary: £13,725 - £15,598 pro rata (hourly rate £7.11 - £8.09 pro rata)
We are looking for a team player, with a positive attitude, who will show initiative when working with
and supporting our children, helping them to reach their full potential.
The successful candidate will:
 work with and support the learning needs of the children in small groups and in the classroom
 be sensitive to the children and their individual needs
 have good spoken English, good literacy and numeracy skills
Please e-mail the school office@puriton.somerset.sch.uk for further details.
A job specification and an application form can be downloaded from the school’s website:
http://www.puriton.somerset.sch.uk/Our-Staff.aspx We welcome applications online or in
writing.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed.
Closing date: Thursday 17th September 2015
Interview Date: Tuesday 22nd September 2015 (to be confirmed)
Ilchester Community Primary School
*LUNCHTIME SUPERVISOR – to serve meals from an external provider
Required for 25th September 2015
16.25 hours a week, 3.25 hours per day, Monday to Friday, Term-time only, £13,614 pro rata,
£7.0565 per hour.
We are looking for a responsible, motivated and enthusiastic person to be a lunchtime supervisor at our
friendly and welcoming school. The person appointed will be responsible for serving meals from an
external provider, for having supervision of the lunch hall and ensuring children’s safety during
lunchtime.
The successful candidate will have:
 A positive attitude and enjoy working with children
 The ability to follow instructions from other staff whilst having a regard to school policies
 The ability and skills to deal with a range of behaviours positively
 An understanding of the importance of confidentiality
 The responsibility of serving meals and cleaning of catering equipment.
*LUNCHTIME SUPERVISOR
Required for the end of September 2015
5 hours a week, 1 hour per day, Monday to Friday, Term-time only, £13,614 pro rata, £7.0565 per
hour.
We are looking for a responsible, motivated and enthusiastic person to be a lunchtime supervisor at our
friendly and welcoming school. The person appointed will play a key role in providing excellent care,
acting as a role model to children and engaging them in constructive play activities at lunchtimes. The
post holder will be responsible for the children’s supervision inside and outside the school building,
administering minor first aid, assisting with lunches and clearing tables.
The successful candidate will have:
 A positive attitude and enjoy working with children
 The ability to follow instructions from other staff whilst having a regard to school policies
 The ability and skills to deal with a range of behaviours positively
 An understanding of the importance of confidentiality
If you are a calm, warm and reliable person we would love to hear from you. A job description
and application form is available from our school website.
http://www.ilchestercommunityprimary.co.uk/
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed.
Closing date Friday 18th September 2015
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Fairlands Middle School, Masons Way, Cheddar, BS27 3PG
(NOR: 484)
Telephone: 01934 743186; Fax: 01934 744457
E-mail: office@fairlandsmiddleschool.co.uk Website: www.fairlandsmiddleschool.co.uk
Required for our popular and successful Middle School:
*LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT
(as soon as possible)
Part time – Thursday and Friday. The post might also include a further day if appropriate.
Term time only to include in-service training days
Salary grade 15 point 9 - 13 £3696 - £4080 approximate salary
We are looking for a person who will be effective working closely with children to support teaching and
learning in the classroom and in small groups or individually. Experience of Individualised Literacy
Intervention would be an advantage.
This post provides an opportunity to join the excellent staff team at our school. Fairlands is a
successful Middle School which provides a vibrant platform for the pupils learning and wider
development.
Application form and further details are available from Debbie Andrews at the school on Tel:
01934 743186, by email: office@fairlandsmiddleschool.co.uk or by download from our website
www.fairlandsmiddleschool.co.uk
Closing date for applications Wednesday 23 September 2015
Birchfield Community Primary School, Birchfield Road, Yeovil, BA21 5RL
*ICT TECHNICIAN
30 hours per week, Monday to Friday, term time (38 weeks) plus 2 paid weeks to cover school
holiday duties and Inset days.
Grade 13 (£17,372 - £19,742 FTE) actual salary £12,263 - £13,936 (£9.00 - £10.23 per hour)
Start date: asap
We are looking to appoint a highly skilled and competent ICT Technician to manage our computer
systems, ICT suite and classroom provisions.
The successful applicant will have a computer based background either through qualifications, previous
jobs and / or passion. They will also need to be able to work effectively within a strong school staff
team as well as with children aged 4-11 years.
Closing date: Wednesday 23 September 2015
Interview date: Thursday 1 October 2015
*RECEPTIONIST
33.75 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8.30am – 3.45pm, term time only.
Grade 15 (£14,075 - £15,941 FTE), actual salary £10,619 - £12,026 (£7.29 - £8.26 per hour)
Start date: asap
We are looking to appoint a Receptionist who will be the first point of contact for parents and visitors to
the school.
 The successful applicant will have the following:
 An approachable/confident manner
 Good computer skills
 Ability to prioritise/organise workload in a busy front office
 Ability to communicate effectively
 Work effectively in a team
Closing date: Wednesday 23 September 2015
Interview date: Tuesday 6 October 2015
Please contact the school for an application form, person specification and job description or
download them from the school website at www.birchfieldprimaryschool.co.uk
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Birchfield Preschool, Yeovil, Somerset, BA21 5RL
*PRESCHOOL ASSISTANT
24 hrs per week (term time only)
Salary: £13,614 - £13,871 pro rata
Start: asap
We are looking to appoint a level 3 preschool assistant. You must be team player, reliable and have
good knowledge of the EYFS.
For further information and an application pack please contact Lucy Mitchelson 01935 429986,
lmitchelson@educ.somerset.gov.uk or visit Birchfield Primary School website
www.birchfieldpimaryschool.co.uk
Closing: Friday 25 September 2015
Interview: Thursday 8 October 2015
Bishop Henderson Church Of England Primary School
Farley Dell - Coleford - Radstock – Somerset - BA3 5PN
E-mail: Sch.107@educ.somerset.gov.uk
Headteacher: Mrs. Tonie Scott
Tel: (01373) 812557
www.bishophenderson.co.uk
*MIDDAY SUPERVISORY ASSISTANT
6 hours 40 minutes per week, term time only
(11.40am – 1.00pm daily) (1hour 20 minutes daily)
Paid weeks = 47.5281 weeks per year (based on 38 working weeks)
Salary Grade 16 Point 6 – 8
Hourly rate range ~ £7.05 to £7.18 per hour
(£186 per calendar month based on £7.05 per hour)
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, caring and responsible person to join our team of Midday
Supervisors to start as soon as possible.
Experience of working with children of primary school age is desirable, but not essential. Training will
be offered. The Midday Supervisors main duties are to provide daily care, support and a safe
environment for pupils.
To ensure the safety, general welfare and proper conduct of pupils during the lunchtime period.
This is a ~ fixed term post until 31.08.16 in the first instance.
The post is subject to satisfactory completion of Disclosure (Disclosure & Barring Service)
3 months probationary period.
Closing date: Monday 21st September 2015
Interview date: 24th September 2015
Application Procedure
Application forms can be found on the school web site: www.bishophenderson.co.uk or by
School email: sch.107@educ.somerset.gov.uk requesting application & details
Or SAE requesting SCC Application Form from & Job Details:
To: Mrs Lyn Knight – School Business Manager
Bishop Henderson Primary School, Coleford, Radstock, Somerset. BA3 5PN
TEL: 01373 812557
Norton Sub Hamdon And West Chinnock Primary School Federation
West Chinnock C of E V.C. Primary School
Scotts Way, West Chinnock, Somerset TA18 7PU
*LUNCHTIME SUPERVISOR REQUIRED
West Chinnock CE Primary School
TO START – As Soon As Possible
5 hours per week
1 hour per day – 12.10 pm-1.10 pm
Term time only - 38 weeks per year
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(Paid weeks with retainer=47.5281)
£7.0565 per hour (£13,614 pro rata)
Please complete an application form and return it, supplying the names of 2 referees who we may
contact before interview.
Application forms available from Mrs Rachel Mitchell in the school office:
RJMitchell@educ.somerset.gov.uk
Contact School Office – 01935 881367
Deadline for applications – Friday 25th September 2015
Interviews – Wednesday 30th September 2015
Blackbrook Community Primary School
Blackbrook Community Primary School, Ashbourne Crescent, Taunton TA1 2RA
T: 01823 338138 F: 01823 352042 Email: office@blackbrook.somerset.sch.uk
www.blackbrookschool.com
*LUNCHTIME SUPERVISOR
Times: 12.00 – 1.15 (Monday- Friday)
Term time only
Range of Pay: £7.06 – £7.19 per hour
We are looking to appoint a lunchtime supervisor (to commence work as soon as possible) to join our
lunchtime team on a permanent basis. The role involves supervising children (4-11) during the lunch
hour in the lunch hall/classroom, and leading/supervising activities on the playground.
We require someone who:
 Has the commitment to be involved in the life of the school and its needs.
 Is flexible, calm, patient and caring.
 Has the confidence to lead and support children.
 Has the ability to work closely with staff, governors, parents and children.
 Has the ability to fit in with a dedicated and hardworking staff team.
We offer:
 An opportunity to work in a good school with outstanding children, teaching and leadership.
 A friendly and supportive school community.
 A professional staff team committed to continuous improvement.
 An inclusive and caring ethos.
 A governing body fully committed to continuous improvement.
Informal visits and discussions are welcome; please contact/email the office. Application packs are
available via the Notice Board on our website or by request.
Closing date: Friday 18 September
Interviews: Thursday 24 September
Ruishton C of E Primary School
Newlands Road, Ruishton, Taunton, TA3 5JZ
Tel: 01823 442832
Email: sch.289@educ.somerset.gov.uk
Required for immediate start
*CLEANER
15 hours per week (times to be discussed) term time, with some full days during the school
holidays
Grade 17 £6.99 per hour
We are looking for a committed and dedicated person who can work within a team to maintain the
inside environment of our school. We need someone who is motivated, flexible and believes in
continuous improvement.
Please contact the school for further details.
Closing date Friday 25th September 2015
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HR Shared Service
Avon and Somerset Police Headquarters, Portishead
Resource Unit
RESOURCE ASSISTANT
Fixed term contract for one year
37 hours per week
Salary: £16,418 - £16,707 per annum
Job Ref No: 1578/DHJ
Would you like to work for a team that delivers an important and valued service for Avon and Somerset
Constabulary? If so, we’d love to hear from you!
You will provide a wide range of services, ensuring there are sufficient numbers of Police Officers,
PCSO’s and Police Staff on each shift and for specific events to deliver their services to the public. You
will use IT systems to allocate shifts to staff, allocate those with relevant skills for specific events - e.g.
Glastonbury Festival, football matches, carnivals, major investigations. You will also consider and
process requests for time off and respond to queries by email, telephone and face to face.
To summarise, we need someone who is empathetic, approachable, friendly and professional. Quick to
understand a customer’s need and doing everything in your power to help.
In addition to salary, we offer generous annual leave, a contributory pension, flexible working during
office hours, a great working environment as well as opportunities for you to learn and develop.
If you think that you have these qualities and are interested in joining our team, we would like to hear
from you.
For further information please contact Sally Filer, Resources Manager on 01275 816959
This post involves providing a service to Avon and Somerset Constabulary, therefore a police vetting
check is required, as per Avon and Somerset Constabulary’s vetting procedure
Please see above for application details.
Closing Date: 21 September 2015
Interviews: 14/15 October 2015
Stoke-sub-Hamdon, Somerset TA14 6UG
Telephone: 01935 823200 Fax: 01935 826635
Website: stanchester-academy.co.uk
Email: office@stanchester-academy.co.uk
*SITE MANAGER
37 hours per week, all year round contract
8am – 4pm Monday – Friday with some shift work to cover holidays.
Grade 12 £20253 – £22937 (actual salary)
The successful applicant will be responsible for the line management of three site assistants and the
cleaning staff. Knowledge of all areas of the site including grounds, buildings maintenance, Health &
Safety and caretaking duties would be advantageous.
*SENIOR SCIENCE TECHNICIAN
37 hours per week term time only plus 1 week of inset
Grade 13 £14746 - £16758 pa (actual salary)
The successful applicant will be responsible for providing technical support for our six science labs
including: preparation of chemicals and equipment needed for lessons, maintenance and servicing of
equipment, stock control and ordering.
Applicants must be enthusiastic, adaptable and able to delegate responsibility appropriately. Previous
experience in a Science technician role would be advantageous.
For further information contact, Liz Joynes by telephone: 01935 827240, or by e-mail:
ljoynes@educ.somerset.gov.uk or visit our website www.stanchester-academy.co.uk
Closing date for completed applications: Monday 21 September 2015 (12 noon)
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The Redstart Primary School,
Redstart Road, Chard, Somerset TA20 1SD
www.theredstartprimaryschool.co.uk
NOR 431 + 32 place nursery
Tel: 01460 67457
Email: office@redstart.somerset.sch.uk
*RECEPTIONIST/ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT
35 hours per week
Salary: Grade 14, points 13 – 17 pay range: £15941 - £17372 pro rata
The Redstart Primary School is part of our newly formed Multi Academy Trust and is seeking to appoint
a Receptionist/Administration Assistant. Our Trust presently has 3 schools of varying sizes located
across South Somerset and you will benefit from the outstanding professional development and
support which is offered by the Trust.
We are seeking a confident candidate with excellent customer care skills to join our busy office.
Redstart is an over-subscribed popular school with excellent facilities and a busy reception area. The
successful candidate will step up to the needs of parents, pupils, staff and visitors to ensure they are
dealt with in a professional and efficient manner whilst having the ability to prioritise their needs.
IT skills are essential, in particular the use of Outlook, Word and Excel, due to the nature of the
administration duties involved. The successful candidate will need to be available to work during the
hours of 08.30-16.30.
For more information including job details and an application form, please visit the school website.
Applications should be submitted by covering letter and application form to the Head of School,
Christine Hunt. Visits are warmly invited. Please contact Denise Palmer, Office manager or
Christine Hunt, Head of School to make an appointment on 01460 67457.
The deadline for applications is Monday 21st September, 12noon and interviews will be held on
Wednesday 23rd September.
Berkley Road, Frome BA11 2EF
Tel: 01373 462798
Email: office@selwood.somerset.sch.uk
www.selwood.somerset.sch.uk
*FINANCE ASSISTANT - Permanent
30 hours per week Monday to Friday. Term time plus inset days and one week in August to
start ASAP. Grade 15 pro rata (£9,963 - £11,284 approx. actual salary)
We are seeking to appoint a suitably experienced Finance Assistant. The post will involve assisting
with day to day finance and administrative duties.
The ideal candidate will:
 have a relevant qualification of at least Level II
 have knowledge of company accounts
 will be enthusiastic and well-organised with excellent IT and communication skills.
Closing date: 14 September 2015
*TEACHING ASSISTANTS required
To work 29.10 hours per week, Monday – Friday, term time only, to start ASAP.
Fixed term contract for one year in the first instance.
Salary Grade 15 - pro rata, (approx. actual salary - £9,177 - £10,394)
Closing date: 14 September 2015
Interviews: 17 September 2015
Details of posts and application forms are available from the school website.
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Bridgwater College Academy
Sports Development Centre
Parkway, Bridgwater TA6 4QY
www.bridgwatercollegeacademy.org
Tel: 01278 727327
Bridgwater College Academy Sports Development Centre is a community sports centre based on the
Bridgwater College Academy site in Bridgwater, Somerset. Bridgwater College Academy is an
independent but wholly Government funded school for 3 to 16 year olds in Bridgwater.
Following extensive refurbishment the sports centre has been re-launched to the community offering a
vibrant mix of school, community and club based programmes.
The centre offers a range of indoor and outdoor facilities enabling a varied and inclusive programme to
operate.
The aim of the Sports Development Centre is to create a facility which provides a wide range of
accessible and affordable activities for the Academy students, families and the community to
participate in a high quality and friendly environment.
Bridgwater College Academy Sports Development Centre facilities include:
 Sports Hall (4 badminton courts)
 4 squash courts
 Dance studio
 New full size 3G football pitch
 Rugby pitch
 Cricket field and artificial wicket (summer)
The facilities will be primarily utilised during weekdays to host PE lessons and after school activities
with public use occurring at evenings, weekends and school holidays.
The centre opening hours are Monday to Friday 5:00pm – 10:00pm, Saturday 9:30am – 6:00pm and
Sunday 9:30 am – 2:30pm
*DUTY MANAGER
Part-time – 16.5 hours per week
Salary: FTE: £15,396, Actual salary: £6,866 per annum
(Dependent upon skills and experience)
We are seeking an enthusiastic Duty Manager to provide all visitors to the Sports Development Centre
with a friendly and positive experience. You will be delivering effective customer service and
maintaining safe, efficient and clean facilities for our customers. Ideally you will have experience of
working in a similar environment and of supervising and motivating a team.
This post is on a shift basis, working weekday evenings and weekend shifts.
For full details and an application pack for this position, please visit the ‘Vacancies’ section in ‘Key
Information’ on our website:
www.bridgwatercollegeacademy.org
Closing date for applications: Midday Thursday 24th September 2015
Bridgwater College Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and
young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment. Our mission is that all
children achieve.
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Stiby Road, Yeovil, Somerset, BA21 3EP
11-16 Mixed Comprehensive
NOR 735
*CLEANER
Salary: Grade 16 (£13614 pro rata - £7.05 per hour)
Hours: 3.5 hours per day (totalling 17.5 hours a week)
We are looking for enthusiastic and dedicated Cleaners to provide a spotless and hygienic environment
for our students and staff. You must be friendly with a positive “can-do” attitude.
To request an application pack please contact the Principal’s PA, Mrs L Jeffreys, on 01935
446851 or via email at LJeffreys@educ.somerset.gov.uk. Alternatively you can download one
from the school website www.westfieldacademy.co.uk or collect a copy from Reception.
Applications should be posted to the above address or emailed to Mrs L Jeffreys and marked for the
attention of Mr M Payne, Assistant Principal.
Closing date:
Midday on Monday 21 September 2015
Interview date:
Monday 28 September 2015
Short listed candidates will be contacted by 4:00pm on Wednesday 23 September. Please assume that
if you haven’t been contacted by this date then you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Wanted for January 2016 or by negotiation.
YEOVIL AREA
FEDERATION DIRECTOR
Salary £34,521 for 0.8 FTE (Actual salary)
To lead the next phase of the development of the successful Yeovil Area
Federation of Schools which comprises 33 mainstream and special schools
covering all key stages, together with the South Somerset PRS and Yeovil
College. We are looking to appoint an ambitious, forward thinking and self-motivated Senior Leader
able to build on existing strengths and to lead the Federation forwards through a changing educational
landscape.
Further details and an application pack can be obtained from the Yeovil College website:
www.yeovil.ac.uk or by e-mail: HR@yeovil.ac.uk
CLOSING DATE: 5.00pm 5th October 2015
MAKING A DIFFERENCE
WHERE IT COUNTS
We’re determined to make South Somerset a great place to live and work.
Come and make a difference to our community and your future by joining us.
PRINCIPAL LAWYER (PLANNING)
£37,483 up to £41,140
37 hours per week
As the lead practitioner in planning and planning enforcement work, you will provide a high quality
service to the Council’s development control and strategic planning functions. You will represent the
Council across a range of planning matters including advocacy where appropriate, as well as providing
advice to planning committees.
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Join our friendly and committed team, and make a tangible contribution to the Council’s planning
functions.
For an informal discussion about the post please contact Angela Watson, Legal Services Manager on
01935 462183 or email her at: angela.watson@southsomerset.gov.uk
Closing Date: 5th October 2015, 10am
Interview Date: TBA
Job Reference: AW/1545
Application forms and information pack are available from the Human Resources Team, South
Somerset District Council, The Council Offices, Brympton Way, Yeovil, Somerset BA20 2HT. Tel:
(01935) 462462. For all roles, we offer further development and flexible working, plus the opportunity
to develop your career the way you want. Find out more by visiting our website,
www.southsomerset.gov.uk/jobs
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