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We are looking for an enthusiastic Level 3 qualified Team Leader to join the team in our Waterside Day Care building to start as soon as possible. The post is permanent. 
We require either a 37 hour per week (£27,711 to £32,654) full-time post offered as early/late shift on alternate weeks or 22.2 hours per week (£16,626 to £19,592) over 3 days as early/late shift on alternate weeks. 
Early shift is 7.45am to 4pm, late shift is 10am to 6.15pm with an hour for lunch break. 
A job in early years and childcare is unique and rewarding. You get to be part of a child’s early education and help to shape their future. No matter what the day brings, you’ll feel joy in seeing children grow, learn and flourish. 
You will be a keyworker for a group of children and be part of an established, experienced team of staff to meet the needs of individual children’s needs by completing relevant paperwork and working to the revised EYFS. You will model positive social interaction and play to provide exciting learning experiences. All staff are required to demonstrate inclusive practice at all times. 
The successful candidate will: • Be creative, dynamic and a good communicator. • Have a flexible approach to your work with a warm, caring attitude. • Have a good working knowledge of the EYFS and demonstrate a commitment to providing childcare in a non-discriminatory and inclusive manner. • Have experience of working with babies and children from 3 months to 5 years. 
We can offer you: • An innovative, inclusive, friendly and exciting place to work with dedicated staff caring for and educating children with a wide range of needs and abilities • Strong, supportive and professional workforce with an established Senior Management Team. • Excellent support from parents, governors and the community. • Safeguarding, Health &amp; Safety and First Aid training along with other training opportunities. • 60% Staff discount on childcare fees subject to availability in the nursery school or day care. • Local Government Pension Scheme • Free access to Employee Assistance Programme • Paid wellbeing time • RBC staff benefit scheme 
This Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to provide satisfactory background checks, references and an enhanced DBS disclosure will be sought. 
We have a strong commitment to inclusion and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow safer recruitment practises. Please do not send a C.V. For the purposes of Equal Opportunities we can only accept Reading Borough Council application forms. 
An application form and recruitment pack can be found online at Reading Borough Council under the jobs link. 
For further details about the post or to arrange a visit, please contact Waterside office: 0118 9375 677 or email <a href="mailto:HR@norcot.reading.sch.uk" target="_blank">HR@norcot.reading.sch.uk</a>&nbsp;or visit: <a href="https://www.norcotearlyyearscentre.co.uk" target="_blank">https://www.norcotearlyyearscentre.co.uk</a> 
No agencies please, we are a local authority employer 
The advert will close when a suitable candidate has been appointed.

Reading Borough Council

Team Leader - Norcot Early Years Centre

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Are you compassionate, patient, and dedicated to supporting young people? We’re looking for a
Children’s Care Worker to provide a safe, nurturing environment where children can thrive, within our specialist children's home in Buxton, Derbyshire.
What you’ll be doing:
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<li>Support and care for children in a safe environment</li>
<li>Help build their confidence, independence, and life skills</li>
<li>Work closely with a team to provide emotional and practical support</li>
<li>Ensure every child feels valued and heard </li>
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What we’re looking for:
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<li>A caring and empathetic nature</li>
<li>Experience working with children and young people with complex and mental health needs</li>
<li>Resilience, patience, and a positive attitude</li>
<li>A passion for making a difference in young lives </li>
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Why work for us?
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<li>Supportive and friendly staff team</li>
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<li>Ongoing development and training including the opportunity to gain a level 3 diploma in Residential Childcare (plus £1000 bonus if completed within 12 months!)</li>
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<li>A rewarding role where no two days are the same and you’ll make a real impact!</li>
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We value your hard work and dedication, and we’re committed to ensuring you feel supported, both professionally and personally so that you are in the best position to make the most impact for the children in our care.

When you join Kedleston Group, you can be certain that your work will have purpose and meaning. You can also expect a supportive environment which enables you to excel in your role and grow in your career.
You will have access to an attractive benefits package including;
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<li>Access to health and well-being programmes, including a free and confidential 24/7 helpline and counselling service</li>
<li>Discounts on retail, travel, and leisure through our benefits platform</li>
<li>Cycle to work scheme</li>
<li>Generous life cover</li>
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Who are we?
At Kedleston we specialise in providing specialist education and care for children aged 7-19 with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). These include autistic spectrum condition (ASC), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and social emotional and mental health needs (SEMH).
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.

We are a disability confident committed and equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community.
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What is the job role? We currently have a new opening for Lunchtime Support Assistant to join Riverbank Academy, helping to co-ordinate and prepare the dining area, setting up tables and chairs, and clearing up afterwards. &nbsp;Our students have complex needs. &nbsp;You will need to ensure children are safe and well-behaved during lunch, whether they are eating in the dining room, in clubs or playing outside.Work Pattern&nbsp;10 hours per week38 weeks term time onlyWho are we looking for? The right candidate will have:• &nbsp;Previous experience within a similar role or within a school environment• &nbsp;Awareness of Health and Safety, COSHH, dietary and allergen requirements• &nbsp;Ability to work within a busy environmentWhy join us?You’ll be part of our committed support staff team, upholding high standards in food preparation and delivery, working to make a positive difference within overall operations.To apply please use the below link: <a href="https://www.eteach.com/careers/riverbankacademy/job/lunchtime-supervisor-1476788" target="_blank">https://www.eteach.com/careers/riverbankacademy/job/lunchtime-supervisor-1476788</a>&nbsp;Any queries should be sent to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:headteacher@riverbankacademy.org.uk" target="_blank">headteacher@riverbankacademy.org.uk</a>Closing date: &nbsp;11th July 2025 at 12.00pmInterview date: &nbsp; Interviews upon applicationOur school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE)&nbsp;for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.

Lunchtime Supervisor - Riverbank Academy

Job Title: Residential Childcare Workers Starting Salary: £30,559 progressing to £33,366 per annum plus 6% market enhancement* *Sleep In allowances are paid at £40 per night. There are opportunities to work additional hours and overtime across the Service. Hours: 37.0 Contract Type: Permanent <h4>About the team</h4>Hertfordshire County Council believes in keeping young people close, to enable them to maintain their identity, and to maintain links with the community to which they belong, this in turn allows us to support these young people, their families, and friends.We understand the impact of trauma on children and are passionate about helping these young people find their strengths and explore what they want to achieve with their lives. We believe in nurturing positive relationships and are wholly dedicated to never giving up on a child.<h4>About the role</h4>Below are some of the things you could say about your role on a day-to-day basis working in our Residential Care homes:“It’s the best job in the World” “The work life balance is brilliant” “I am at home more than I am at work – both families benefit” “’Thanks for running me a bath’ – is what made me smile today – win/win”.If you really want to make a difference to a young person’s life then read on……It is hard to put a job title on a role where you are mentor, teacher, coach, deliverer of parental guidance, role model, therapist, councillor, and family liaison, often all in the same day.Daily you will be liaising with a host of individuals and services, from our young person’s family to schools and education authorities, social workers, police and a whole range of other internal and external contacts.The essence of the role is to support, almost as an extension of the family, one young person to help them develop into adulthood as effectively as possible, establishing routine, boundaries and consistency in a calm, non-judgemental manner. You will work with children and young people who display challenging behaviour due to early life trauma.No two days are the same in our Residential Service - on your working days you could be taking your young person horse riding, painting, for a drive, for a walk, out shopping, or attending virtual schools. You will support children to achieve and grow through positive experiences.“You are there when I rise, when I eat, when I play, and you are there to put me to bed at the end of my day”.Our commitment to young people in our care is to be there around the clock for them. As part of your role you will complete relevant paperwork and work within relevant legislation.You will be part of a team working on a shift/rota basis; you will work together with the rest of the team, and your senior, to organise this in advance.&nbsp;&nbsp; Due to the nature of our care, there may be occasions where you need to swap shifts and working together with your team we can achieve this flexibility.<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Full UK Driving Licence (including business insurance) and regular access to a car.</li><li>Passion for working with children.</li><li>Ability to learn and implement training.</li><li>Flexible and innovative to meet the challenge.</li><li>Willing to work shifts, including evening/ weekend/ bank holidays and sleeping duties.</li></ul> Desirable:<ul><li>Hold Diploma level 3/ 4 Health and social care.</li><li>Experience of working with children or caring for children and young people</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the&nbsp;Health and Social Care, level &nbsp;job profile. Please locate this via:&nbsp;Job profiles - Health and social careFor an informal discussion and more information please contact: Sabika Sabeen&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Sabika.Sabeen@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Sabika.Sabeen@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;- 07515 663033.Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Sponsorship:&nbsp;We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Residential Childcare Workers

About UsWe are committed to providing high quality services to all our children in North Somerset and would like for someone who is able to engage with our culturally rich, diverse communities, to join our team and be part of every child’s journey. If you have experience in early years (0-5 years old) primary (5-11 years old), education (11-16 years old), whether that is in the UK or oversees, we would like to hear from you. We want your knowledge, skills and enthusiasm to enrich our families’ experiences. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for children to be provided with the skills to support their best start in life.Join Our Passionate Children Centre Team – Make a Real Difference Every Day!Are you ready to inspire the next generation? North Somerset Council’s Family Wellbeing Service is looking for a dedicated and experienced Early Years professional to join our dynamic Children’s Centre Team. This is your chance to be part of a service that truly makes an impact.What We’re Looking ForWe want someone who:<ul><li>Lives and breathes early years – you’re enthusiastic, nurturing, and passionate about supporting children to reach their full potential.</li><li>Will be an advocate and understands that each child’s journey is unique, reflecting different religious beliefs, faiths, values and culture, who will embrace and share.</li><li>Creates magic every day – whether it’s building a warm and welcoming learning environment or turning outdoor play into an adventure, you bring energy and inspiration to everything you do.</li><li>Is a team player – you’re happy to collaborate, share ideas, and help shape high-quality learning experiences for children and their families and is prepared to listen, learn, hear the child’s and family’s voice to ensure it reflects the shapes the activities delivered.</li></ul>If you’ve worked in fast-paced childcare settings, thrive on building meaningful relationships with children and parents, and want to bring creativity and care to your work—we’d love to hear from you!About the RoleAs part of our Family Wellbeing Service, you’ll help us deliver North Somerset Council’s Early Help offer for children and young people aged 0–19 (or up to 25 for those with SEND). We’re proud to champion the Family Hub model—a welcoming “one-stop shop” where families can access vital support and community connection.In this varied and rewarding role, you’ll:<ul><li>Lead and shape high-quality, inclusive groups and creches, primarily for children under the age of 5 and supports all children including children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), English as an additional language, families that are separated, blended or in care, male carers; everyone is welcome.</li><li>Champion the voice of the child in all planning, delivery, and evaluation. We want our activities to reflect our children’s uniqueness and celebrate individuality.</li><li>Partner with parents and carers to ensure a warm, inclusive experience for every family, reduce barriers to support access and work relationally with our parents and carers to ensure they know their voices are heard.</li><li>Collaborate across services, working with other professionals and agencies to meet the diverse needs of our community</li><li>Support safe and engaging environments, indoors and out, aligned with Early Years and Foundation Stage Framework (EYFS) and safeguarding practices, having professional curiosity to open discussions around mental health and wellbeing. This is everyone’s responsibility.</li><li>Capture learning and development, using observations and meeting children to where they are within their play and build next steps in a child-led way.</li><li>Support our virtual offer, providing accessible activities &amp; signposting through social media.</li></ul>Some experience working with children and young people across the 0–19 age range, or with multi-agency teams, would be a bonus.This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.Why North Somerset Council?&nbsp;We understand working for a local authority is more than just a job. We want to ensure our employees remain passionate about what they do and enjoys their time at North Somerset. Whether that means you want training and development opportunities or a flexible working arrangement to fit around family commitments, we will work with you to ensure you are getting the best out of your employment.&nbsp;&nbsp;Join us and you’ll receive an excellent rewards package including flexible working and flexitime, membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance with the option to purchase up to an additional 10 days per year. Further details can be found in the attached booklet.&nbsp;&nbsp;What We OfferAt North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:<ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Local Government Pension</li><li>Opportunities for professional development</li><li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li><li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li><li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li><li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li></ul>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our Benefits booklet.How to ApplyIf you share our&nbsp;vision and valuesand are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.Contact InformationFor further information about the role, please contact Donna Haines, Family Wellbeing Interventions Lead, on 07825 341279Important InformationAs a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.Interview Date: Monday 14 July 2025.Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.Equal OpportunitiesAt North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated.&nbsp; We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave.&nbsp; We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.&nbsp;We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.





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