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Park Lane School is looking&nbsp;for an experienced and enthusiastic administration assistant to join our staff team.
You will be required to have an Enhanced DBS which will be provided by school.
Hours: 5 days per week. 8.30am-3.30pm - 32.5hours.
Rate of pay: Grade 3 part time. Pro rata.
Start date: as soon as possible
You should have:-
<ul>
<li>A positive attitude towards and ability to engage with children and young people who have severe disabilities.</li>
<li>Some experience in working with children and young people in a school or other setting. &nbsp;</li>
<li>Ability to communicate effectively with pupils, parents, staff and visitors.</li>
<li>Good standard of oral and written English.</li>
<li>Knowledge of computer programmes including Word and Excel.</li>
<li>Experience of working in a busy office environment.</li>
<li>The ability to multi-task.</li>
</ul>
You will get:
<ul>
<li>Inspiring students.</li>
<li>A supportive working environment.</li>
<li>Experienced and knowledgeable colleagues.</li>
<li>Opportunities to attend quality CPD relevant to your job role.</li>
</ul>
For more information please contact <a href="mailto:admin@parklane.cheshire.sch.uk" target="_blank">admin@parklane.cheshire.sch.uk</a>
Previous applicants need not apply

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You will be:<ul><li>&nbsp;joining a small team of practitioners who sit within the Virtual School and work to support both education and social care colleagues in developing their relational and restorative approaches.&nbsp;</li><li>&nbsp;work closely with the advisors and an Assistant Educational Psychologist to offer bespoke training packages to provisions across the county.</li></ul>Based in Stafford, we offer flexible working which supports a hybrid approach of working from home and attendance in the office. You will be required to travel across the county of Staffordshire, and occasionally further beyond.Package Description .Main Responsibilities You will:<ul><li>Support wraparound care&nbsp;settings&nbsp;from across the county to&nbsp;develop&nbsp;relational and restorative practice in their work community.</li><li>Co-produce with providers bespoke learning plans using Training Needs Analysis.</li><li>Offer training delivery and support with RRP approaches, including solution focused circles.</li><li>Work closely with the&nbsp;Assistant Educational Psychologist allocated to the project.</li><li>Signpost to other training offers, including RADY and Autism Inclusion.</li><li>Develop networking opportunities for Wraparound Care Providers and those that support them.</li><li>Link with the main Relational and Restorative Practice team.</li></ul>In addition, it is expected that you can:<ul><li>Ensure knowledge of research findings is&nbsp;up to date</li><li>Deliver&nbsp;Solution Focused Circle training</li><li>Offer information, advice and guidance (IAG) to individual practitioners around inclusion and/or SEND&nbsp;concerns</li><li>Support at events, including conferences, training and networking events</li></ul>The Ideal Candidate You will:<ul><li>Have a great knowledge of both the practice and theory of Relational and Restorative Practice</li><li>Be confident in delivering training as well as getting involved in developing our training materials, which is an ongoing element of the role.</li><li>Have substantial experience of working with children and young people in a variety of settings including Early Years and Primary.</li><li>You should be able to demonstrate an understanding of how Relational and Restorative practice can support practitioners and children to prioritise relationships and deal with conflict when it arises.</li><li>Be confident to work individually, but also feel comfortable with working as part of a small, close-knit team.</li></ul>“We’re happy to talk flexible working”&nbsp;If you require any additional information regarding this role, please contact Adam Blundell at <a href="mailto:adam.pickering@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">adam.blundell@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Interview dates will be confirmed.Our Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council:Our Values:The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.&nbsp;Our benefits:We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.&nbsp;In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a>Our recruitment process:As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communitiesAs part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold&nbsp;Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your&nbsp;application meets the minimum criteria for the post.&nbsp;As you’ll know safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people/vulnerable adults is important to us and that’s why this position is subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. If applicable you should disclose details of unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application form.

Relational & Restorative Practice Advisor

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Do you have a passion for reading, literacy, information and customer service? Are you looking for a unique and inspiring role?&nbsp;We see our library roles as a vocation, you’ll be part of a community of partners, providing a much-needed service to our library users. The library is crucial in supporting the wellbeing of those in prison and it helps to promote positive behaviours in those library users. So, the work you’ll do will have a real impact on people’s lives and the community.HMP Featherstone is a category C adult male prison which has a team of one&nbsp;Library Assistant and&nbsp;led by the Library Supervisor. It&nbsp;is a well-used and valued resource within the Prison and is currently open daily Monday to Saturday. Prison library staff offer both outreach / wing based and main library, service provision, supporting all prisoners with access to books, information &amp; resources.This part time pro rata 9 hour post usually operates on a Monday afternoon and evening and Saturday mornings. Shift patterns can be subject to change, including if the Prison regime changes in the future.Candidates should consider the location and travel / distance and the demands of the role and environment before applying.Main Responsibilities We aim to play a part in reducing reoffending and enabling prisoners in improving their prospects and situation whilst in custody and for a future on release in the community, linking with public libraries, and leading into resettlement.You will:<ul><li>provide and develop an essential service, encouraging and promoting creativity, literacy and reading for pleasure and learning.</li><li>actively engage with customers, to support them in using their library space, service and resources for their personal and professional development and benefit both short and long term.</li></ul>The Ideal Candidate You will be:<ul><li>Positive, proactive, and passionate about reading, with strong face-to-face customer service experience.</li><li>Calm, confident, and resilient, with integrity and a strong work ethic.</li><li>Able to work independently and collaboratively across Library, Prison, and SCC teams.</li><li>Strategic and imaginative thinker who adapts well to change.</li><li>Eager to support and engage with customers and colleagues, striving to make a difference.</li></ul>Formal and informal personal and professional development and learning are a need and expectation, so this position would suit someone who is always keen to develop, diversify and learn for their own benefit and for the benefit of their role, team, service and customers.The role does require some cover of colleagues at other times outside the set core-shifts of this post, and so would suit someone with the availability and flexibility to accommodate this. It would therefore be beneficial if you are happy and able to travel and hold a current valid UK drivers license.If you have specific questions about the role, not covered in the advert or job description, you may contact Alan Smith <a href="mailto:alanG.smith@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">alanG.smith@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>We intend to interview week commencing 8th December at the prison.This position is subject to a criminal records check from the Disclosure and Barring Service &nbsp;which will require you to disclose details of all unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application form. Vetting and checks including employment reference checks, will be undertake by the Prison / HMPPS and Staffordshire County Council.Our Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council:Our Values:The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.&nbsp;Our benefits:We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.&nbsp;In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a>Our recruitment process:As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communitiesAs part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold&nbsp;Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your&nbsp;application meets the minimum criteria for the post.&nbsp;As you’ll know safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people/vulnerable adults is important to us and that’s why this position is subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. If applicable you should disclose details of unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application form.

Prison Library Assistant

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Do you have a passion for reading, literacy, information and customer service? Are you looking for a unique and inspiring role?&nbsp;The Prison / custodial environment can be both challenging and rewarding. We see our library roles as a vocation, you’ll be part of a community of partners, providing a much-needed service to our library users. The library is crucial in supporting the wellbeing of those in prison and it helps to promote positive behaviours in those library users. So, the work you’ll do will have a real impact on people’s lives and the community.HMP Oakwood is a category C adult male prison, The Library is a branch of Staffordshire County Council Library Service, and the onsite Library team work closely with Library staff in the other Prison Libraries in the County, as well as with onsite Prison and Partner staff and Management. This role reports to and works with both SCC, SCC PLS and Prison Management.the Library is a well-used and valued resource within the Prison and is currently open daily Monday to Saturday. The Prison Library team of 4 Library assistants led by the Library Supervisors, offer both outreach / wing based and main library service provision, supporting all prisoners with access to books, information activities &amp; resources.This 15 hour pro rata post usually operates on Monday and Tuesday mornings, and Thursday afternoons. Shift patterns can be subject to change, including if the Prison regime changes in the future.Candidates should consider the location and travel / distance and the demands of the role and environment before applying.Main Responsibilities We aim to play a part in reducing reoffending and enabling prisoners in improving their prospects and situation whilst in custody and for a future on release in the community, linking with public libraries and leading into resettlement.You will:<ul><li>provide and develop an essential service, encouraging and promoting creativity, literacy and reading for pleasure and learning.</li><li>Actively engage with customers, to support them in using their library space, service and resources, for their personal and professional development and benefit both short and long term.</li><li>Work in the main library and across the prison to offer Library resources and activities</li></ul>The Ideal Candidate You will be:<ul><li>Positive, proactive, and passionate about reading, with strong face-to-face customer service experience.</li><li>Calm, confident, and resilient, with integrity and a strong work ethic.</li><li>Able to work independently and collaboratively across Library, Prison, and SCC teams.</li><li>Strategic and imaginative thinker who adapts well to change.</li><li>Eager to support and engage with customers and colleagues, striving to make a difference.</li></ul>Formal and informal personal and professional development and learning are a need and expectation, so this position would suit someone who is always keen to develop, diversify and learn for their own benefit and for the benefit of their role, team, service and customers.The role does require some cover of colleagues at other times outside the set core-shifts of this post, and so would suit someone with the availability and flexibility to accommodate this. It would therefore be beneficial if you are happy and able to travel and hold a current valid Uk drivers license.We intend to interview week commencing 8th December at the prison.If you have specific questions about the role, not covered in the advert or job description, you may contact Alan Smith <a href="mailto:alanG.smith@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">alanG.smith@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>This position is subject to a criminal records check from the Disclosure and Barring Service &nbsp;which will require you to disclose details of all unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application form. Vetting and checks including employment reference checks, will be undertake by the Prison / HMPPS and Staffordshire County Council.Our Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council:Our Values:The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.&nbsp;Our benefits:We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.&nbsp;In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a>Our recruitment process:As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communitiesAs part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold&nbsp;Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your&nbsp;application meets the minimum criteria for the post.&nbsp;As you’ll know safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people/vulnerable adults is important to us and that’s why this position is subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. If applicable you should disclose details of unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application form.

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The Governors and headteacher of Park Lane School are excited to advertise a Teaching Assistant Vacancy within our school.
Park Lane School is an all-age Special School currently meeting the needs of 152 pupils with severe and complex learning difficulties including ASC, physical difficulties, sensory difficulties, and health needs. The school has high expectations for all pupils.
We require 1 Teaching Assistant (AAAF 5013) to start as soon as possible.&nbsp;
Grade 4 - SCP 5/6
Hours - Monday-Friday 8:45-3:45 (32.5hours per week)
We can offer you:
<ul>
<li>A post in a supportive school</li>
<li>A positive working environment</li>
<li>Staff training and support</li>
</ul>
We are looking for someone with:
<ul>
<li>Experience of working in a school</li>
<li>Positive attitude to, and high expectations of, children and young people with severe disabilities.</li>
<li>Ability to work as a team.</li>
<li>Excellent interpersonal skills</li>
<li>Minimum qualification – NVQ Level 2.</li>
</ul>
The school takes safeguarding very seriously and a DBS check and other recruitment checks will be required, prior to taking up the post.
The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post
Closing date: 24.11.25
Previous applicants are not required to apply. 
Please contact <a href="mailto:vlomas@parklane.cheshire.sch.uk" target="_blank">vlomas@parklane.cheshire.sch.uk</a> if you have any questions regarding the role.

Teaching Assistant

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REQUIRED as soon as possible: 
1 outstanding KS1 teacher for the school. 
The successful candidate will be assimilated onto the Main Scale depending upon qualifications and experience plus 1 SEN point. Upper pay scale is available for a suitably qualified and experienced teacher. 
Park Lane School is an all-age Special School currently meeting the needs of 152 pupils with severe and complex learning difficulties including ASC, physical difficulties, sensory difficulties, and health needs. The school has high expectations for all pupils.
The Governors wish to appoint an enthusiastic and outstanding full-time teacher.
You should have:
<ul>
<li>A positive attitude towards and ability to engage with children and young people who have severe disabilities.</li>
<li>Some experience in teaching or working with children and young people who have disabilities, particularly with children who have ASC.</li>
<li>Excellent teaching practice.</li>
<li>Ability to lead, organise and work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team.</li>
<li>Ability to communicate effectively with pupils, parents and staff.</li>
</ul>
You will get:
<ul>
<li>Inspiring students.</li>
<li>A supportive working environment.</li>
<li>Experienced and knowledgeable colleagues.</li>
<li>Opportunities to attend quality CPD.</li>
</ul>
We welcome visits to school. Please contact&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sbm@stwinefrides.cheshire.sch.uk" target="_blank">vlomas@parklane.cheshire.sch.uk</a> or telephone 01625 801964 to arrange a suitable time to visit.
The successful applicant will undergo an Enhanced Disclosure from the Criminal Records Bureau + other recruitment checks.
Candidates selected for interview will be contacted and interview times agreed. 
To apply please complete an application form and return to the school office.
Closing date for applications is Friday 5th December.

Teacher (MPS)

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The Learning Partnership along with the Principal at Wistaston Church Lane Academy wish to appoint a motivated, committed and highly effective &nbsp;Midday Assistant - Maternity Cover to join our hard working and enthusiastic team.
The successful candidate will have good communication skills, be positive and energetic for the children, a strong team player and be able to use their own initiative. We would also like the successful candidate to help the children have fun and enjoy their lunchtimes.
About the Trust
The Learning Partnership is a diverse new multi-academy trust delivering excellent educational provision for pupils in primary and secondary schools across the North-West. The Trust primarily serves the communities of Crewe, Congleton, and Knutsford, and is now the largest multi-academy trust in Cheshire.
At The Learning Partnership, we believe that there are three core facets of our mission – people, passion, and performance. We are striving to build a community of the strongest&nbsp;people, inspiring a&nbsp;passion&nbsp;for education that galvanises these people to maximise their abilities, which supports all pupils to&nbsp;perform&nbsp;at their best. We believe that these core principles will create a culture that helps all our schools to improve and ensures pupil outcomes are the very best they can be.
The trust subscribes to the Education Staff Wellbeing Charter and places staff wellbeing at the forefront of its strategic&nbsp;people&nbsp;priorities. Our ongoing commitment in this area is reflected in our employee offer that includes:
<ul>
<li>Discounts in retail stores, entertainment, and supermarkets</li>
<li>Benefits schemes in affordable tech, cycle2work, gym memberships and a car scheme</li>
<li>Employee assistance programme providing specialist advice and guidance in a range of areas including menopause, financial management, and up to 8 counselling sessions per referral</li>
<li>Free parking</li>
</ul>
The Learning Partnership is a disability committed employer: applicants requiring adjustments to the application, interview process or would like an informal discussion about the post should contact Jackie Hulme - Business Support Officer on&nbsp;<a href="mailto:officemanager@wistaston.cheshire.sch.uk" target="_blank">officemanager@wistaston.cheshire.sch.uk</a>&nbsp;
Interviews will be arranged at a mutually convenient time with candidates.
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Hours: Monday to Friday, 6.25 hours per week between the hours of 12pm-1.15pm
Weeks: 38 weeks per year (term time only)
Start date: January 2025
Actual salary: £3,467&nbsp; Grade 2, SCP 2
Closing Date: 30th November 2025
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The 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. All staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced checks with the Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS).&nbsp;
The Learning Partnership is committed to the promotion of equality of opportunity and the elimination of discrimination; all applicants should note that they will be considered on the basis of suitability regardless of disability, gender, race, religion, age, sexual orientation and marital status or any other discrimination which is unfair or unreasonable.&nbsp;
We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates and candidates with disabilities because we would like to increase the representation of these groups at The Learning Partnership. We want to do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater outcomes for children. We are proud to be an employer that holds Disability Committed and Menopause Friendly status.&nbsp;
The Trust is ‘happy to talk flexible working’. Flexible working increases workplace diversity by making roles accessible to those with caring responsibilities (primarily women), disabled staff, and both older and younger workers.&nbsp;

Midday Assistant - Maternity Cover

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The Learning Partnership along with the Principal at Wistaston Church Lane Academy wish to appoint a motivated, committed and highly effective Assistant Caretaker to join our hard working and enthusiastic team.
Key duties will include:
<ul>
<li>Ensuring that the site and its buildings are locked and secured at the end of the day.</li>
<li>Maintaining and cleaning parts of the school daily.</li>
<li>Acting as a designated key holder for the school premises.</li>
<li>Undertaking minor repairs and maintenance, including painting and decorating.</li>
<li>Undertaking general portage duties, including moving furniture and distributing items to the appropriate place.</li>
<li>Taking action where Health and Safety hazards are identified.</li>
<li>Basic grounds maintenance – snow clearing, gritting, litter picking, bin emptying.</li>
<li>Emergency attendance in case of alarms.</li>
</ul>
Other duties as required
Please note that this position is full year, which means that you will be in attendance at work all year round (52 weeks a year) and will have an annual leave entitlement.
The working hours are 3pm to 6pm Monday to Friday. This is 15 hours per week.
(Hours can be flexible during the summer holidays. We may request that, on occasion, the post holder is flexible during term time, to help manage the building during later evening events in school).
About the Trust.
The Learning Partnership is a diverse new multi-academy trust delivering excellent educational provision for pupils in primary and secondary schools across the North-West. The Trust primarily serves the communities of Crewe, Congleton, and Knutsford, and is now the largest multi-academy trust in Cheshire.
At The Learning Partnership, we believe that there are three core facets of our mission –people, passion, and performance. We are striving to build a community of the strongest people, inspiring a passion for education that galvanises these people to maximise their abilities, which supports all pupils to perform at their best. We believe that these core principles will create a culture that helps all our schools to improve and ensures pupil outcomes are the very best they can be.
The trust subscribes to the Education Staff Wellbeing Charter and places staff wellbeing at the forefront of its strategic people priorities. Our ongoing commitment in this area is reflected in our employee offer that includes:
Discounts in retail stores, entertainment, and supermarkets
Benefits schemes in affordable tech, cycle2work, gym memberships and a car scheme
Employee assistance programme providing specialist advice and guidance in a range of areas including menopause, financial management, and up to 8 counselling sessions per referral
Free parking
The Learning Partnership is a disability committed employer: applicants requiring adjustments to the application, interview process or would like an informal discussion about the post should contact Jackie Hulme - Business Support Officer on <a href="mailto:officemanager@wistaston.cheshire.sch.uk" target="_blank">officemanager@wistaston.cheshire.sch.uk</a>
Interviews will be arranged at a mutually convenient time with candidates.
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Hours: Monday to Friday, 15 hours per week between the hours of 2.30pm-5.30pm
Weeks: 52 weeks per year&nbsp;
Actual salary: £10,052 Grade 3 SCP 3
Closing Date: 30th November 2025
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The 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. All staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced checks with the Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS).
The Learning Partnership is committed to the promotion of equality of opportunity and the elimination of discrimination; all applicants should note that they will be considered on the basis of suitability regardless of disability, gender, race, religion, age, sexual orientation and marital status or any other discrimination which is unfair or unreasonable.
We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates and candidates with disabilities because we would like to increase the representation of these groups at The Learning Partnership. We want to do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater outcomes for children. We are proud to be an employer that holds Disability Committed and Menopause Friendly status.
The Trust is ‘happy to talk flexible working’. Flexible working increases workplace diversity by making roles accessible to those with caring responsibilities (primarily women), disabled staff, and both older and younger workers.&nbsp;

School Caretaker

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Make a real difference where it matters most.Are you a passionate and experienced Social Worker ready to take the next step in your career?&nbsp;Join our dedicated Assessment and Staying Together Teams in the scenic Staffordshire Moorlands, where your work will directly impact the lives of vulnerable children and families.We are a small but supportive and welcoming team who share excellent relationships with our district colleagues in Early Help, SEND, Education, Children with Disabilities and we are co located with our Children in Care and Care Leavers Team. We very much embed a restorative model and are committed to ensuring that every child is supported through a whole district approach.Main Responsibilities What you'll do:You’ll work across the continuum of need from Child in Need to Care Proceedings and Adoption planning ensuring children are seen, heard, and safeguarded. Your responsibilities will include:<ul>
<li>Leading statutory duties and Section 47 investigations</li>
<li>Supporting placements into care and preparing court reports</li>
<li>Collaborating with district teams and specialist services</li>
<li>Mentoring ASYE and student Social Workers</li>
</ul>The Ideal Candidate What you'll need:<ul>
<li>a Social Work qualification and post-qualifying experience in a Child in Need, Child Protection Team &amp; Public and Private Court Proceedings.</li>
<li>Registration with Social Work England.</li>
<li>a valid &nbsp;current UK driving licence and vehicle.</li>
<li>a commitment to restorative practice and keeping families together where safe</li>
<li>experience of supporting and mentoring your colleagues.</li>
</ul>But above all, you will bring the desire to work with children and families to give them the right support, at the right time with the aim of keeping families together where it is safe to do so. Why join us?We offer a clear career progression framework, including:<ul>
<li>Practice Educator Programme</li>
<li>Aspiring Practice Lead &amp; Team Manager Programmes</li>
<li>Strong regional learning partnerships</li>
</ul>You’ll be part of a small, supportive team with excellent multi-agency relationships and a shared commitment to whole-district support.We are ambitious in our learning and development programme with strong links within the West Midlands and our teaching partnership.For more information about this vacancy or for an informal chat please contact Team Manager, Angela Cookeat: <a href="mailto:angela.cooke1@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">angela.cooke1@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>Interviews will be held week commencing 1st December 2025.Our Recruitment Process:&nbsp;To ensure fairness, we anonymise applications during shortlisting so that only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement to highlight the skills, experience, and values you’ll bring to the role.About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council:Our Values:The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.&nbsp;Our benefits:We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.&nbsp;In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a>Our recruitment process:As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communitiesAs part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold&nbsp;Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your&nbsp;application meets the minimum criteria for the post.&nbsp;As you’ll know safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people/vulnerable adults is important to us and that’s why this position is subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. If applicable you should disclose details of unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application form.

Advanced Children's Social Worker

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We have 4 Children’s Disability teams across the county, and they provide specialist services for children and young people with complex disabilities.These are small teams of highly dedicated Social Workers that support children and families to reach the best outcomes in a timely manner, enabling them to live their lives to the full. We also are supported by a team of skilled Family Practitioners who assist in facilitating behaviour management work and undertaking direct work.Our Social Workers make a huge difference to the lives of people across our County. They take pride in supporting children and families and we’re equally proud to help them give their best in whatever ways we can. That’s why you can expect everything from agile and flexible working options to exceptional learning and development if you join our team. You can also expect our commitment to creating the best service we can.Working with us means collaborating across our different teams, and sharing best practice, knowledge, and experience to continually improve the way we do things. Support is important, as we work in a big county with some diverse challenges – but together we can meet all kinds of needs and demands.Main Responsibilities You will be:<ul>
<li>based within a small team of between seven and eight&nbsp;social workers.</li>
<li>holding and managing a workload of children and young people and prioritising all work</li>
<li>undertaking&nbsp;direct work with children and their families and their carers which provides high support and high challenge and aims to support families to find solutions to their own challenges.</li>
<li>providing high quality and timely assessments and reports in the agreed format for Court’s, Child Protection Case Conferences, Statutory Reviews and any other forum</li>
<li>maintaining client records&nbsp;</li>
</ul>The Ideal Candidate You will:<ul>
<li>be a Qualified Social Worker with post qualification experience working directly with children and families and be committed to supporting children to remain with their families.</li>
<li>be registered with Social Work England.</li>
<li>have excellent communication skills and &nbsp;the ability to build relationships with children, families and other professionals.</li>
<li>be a team player.</li>
<li>have the ability to engage and communicate with disabled children and be committed to ensuring the children on your case load receive the best quality service.</li>
</ul>But above all, you’ll bring the desire to work with children and families to give them the right support, at the right time with the aim of keeping families together where it’s safe to do so.For more information about these vacancies, please contact Natasha Davies, Team Manager, on <a href="mailto:natasha.davies@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">natasha.davies@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>, or 01785 895787Interviews are expected to take place on 4th December.Our Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council:Our Values:The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.&nbsp;Our benefits:We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.&nbsp;In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a>Our recruitment process:As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communitiesAs part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold&nbsp;Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your&nbsp;application meets the minimum criteria for the post.&nbsp;As you’ll know safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people/vulnerable adults is important to us and that’s why this position is subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. If applicable you should disclose details of unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application form.

Social Worker

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We would love to welcome enthusiastic and motivated Educational Psychologists to our creative, friendly, and supportive service. Following the retirement of several valued colleagues, we have opportunities for new team members to help shape the future of educational psychology in Staffordshire.Why Join Staffordshire EPS?<ul>
<li>Children and families are at the heart of all we do: Our work is driven by a commitment to improving the lives of children and families across Staffordshire. We work systemically with schools, families and partners so support is holistic, inclusive and has measurable impact.</li>
<li>Innovative practice: We’re central to Staffordshire’s new Enhanced Assess–Plan–Do–Review (EAPDR) pathway; using psychology in a preventative, collaborative and creative way, such as using MAPS and PATHS, rather than formal report writing.</li>
<li>Impact at scale: Join nationally recognised programmes: our EP-led literacy approach, local and regional school non-attendance projects, and joint work with the Virtual School for care-experienced children. ELSA and district-commissioned non-attendance work are two in-demand examples.</li>
<li>Supportive team culture: You’ll join a diverse, passionate team of Seniors, EPs TEPS and Assistants who value creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning. Comprehensive induction, regular peer supervision, and vibrant CPD, including two CPD weeks each year.</li>
<li>Your practice matters: Whether you’re bringing experience, newly qualified or due to qualify in September 2026, we will support you to develop your practice and pursue your professional specialisms through development groups and research, and provide progression support for SPAs.</li>
</ul>What We Offer<ul>
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Salary: Soulbury A3–8 + up to 3 SPAs (progression supported).</li>
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Working environment: Mixed urban/rural practice; essential car user allowance; mileage &amp; travel time policy.</li>
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Professional growth: Protected peer supervision time; CPD budget &amp; CPD weeks; research and development groups; pathways for specialisms (e.g., literacy, non-attendance, care-experienced).</li>
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Flexibility &amp; wellbeing: Hybrid working, flexi-time, and a proactive Senior overseeing your induction and your practice development.</li>
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Inclusion: A service committed to equality, diversity and anti-discriminatory practice—applications welcomed from under-represented groups.</li>
</ul>Main Responsibilities You will join a district team and work collaboratively with other team and service members, and with multi-agency colleagues to improve outcomes for children, young people and families by:&nbsp;<ul>
<li>Working preventatively with a patch of schools through our traded package and SCC EAPDR process&nbsp;</li>
<li>Supporting children and families in the Early Years&nbsp;</li>
<li>Contributing to the Statutory process through EHC assessments&nbsp;</li>
<li>Collaborating on research, service and practice development&nbsp;</li>
<li>Contributing to service work on cross LA projects such as Trauma Informed, ELSA, Children's homes</li>
<li>Taking part in a vibrant CPD programme and twice yearly CPD weeks, and supporting practice development of teams and colleagues&nbsp;</li>
<li>Taking part in service development work on (for example) SCERTS, implementation science, equality and diversity</li>
</ul>The Ideal Candidate What We’re Looking For<ul>
<li>An honours degree in Psychology (or equivalent) recognised by the British Psychological Society (BPS)</li>
<li>Recognised postgraduate training and qualification in Educational Psychology</li>
<li>Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), or eligibility upon qualification</li>
<li>A collaborative practitioner who values consultation, prevention and evidence-informed practice—and is eager to keep learning.</li>
</ul>I feel well supported by my team and supervisor, and really value working closely with others in the service on commissions and projects. I feel I can be flexible and creative in my work and that my supervisor will always have my back and support me to do so - which I really value! &nbsp;— Current Team Member, Service feedback May 2025Ready to make a difference? We’d love to hear from you. For more information, or an informal chat, contact Melissa Jones, Principal Educational Psychologist: <a href="mailto:melissa.jones@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">melissa.jones@staffordshire.gov.uk</a> | 07970 460188Interviews will be held on the 28th November 2025.Join us and help shape brighter futures for children and families in Staffordshire.Our Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council:Our Values:The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people.We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future. We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.&nbsp;Our benefits:We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.&nbsp;In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a>Our recruitment process:As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communitiesAs part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold&nbsp;Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your&nbsp;application meets the minimum criteria for the post.&nbsp;

Educational Psychologist

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<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/7414/Teaching_Assistant_-_school_with_special_needs_AAAD5027.docx" target="_blank">Teaching_Assistant_-_school_with_special_needs_AAAD5027</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/7415/Application_Form_-_Support._2024.doc" target="_blank">Application_Form_-_Support._2024</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/1814/job_advert_TA_AAD5027_SENTA_November_2025.docx" target="_blank">job_advert_TA_AAD5027_SENTA_November_2025</a></li>
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How to Apply:
Please submit your application detailing your suitability for the role to <a href="mailto:bursar@vinetree.cheshire.sch.uk" target="_blank">bursar@vinetree.cheshire.sch.uk</a>. For more information about the role, please contact us on 01270 661526.



Teaching Assistant with Special Needs - AAAD5027 - Grade: 4 - £25,583 - £25,989 pro rata per annum (30 hours per week) - Primary Schools – Vine Tree Primary School
The governing body of this, vibrant and successful primary school is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced teaching assistant to support a child with special education needs on a one-to-one basis in Reception. The post is for 30 hours per week, 8.45am – 3:15pm.
The successful candidate will join a committed, professional and hardworking team who put the needs of our children first.&nbsp;
As a&nbsp;Special Needs Teaching Assistant,&nbsp;you will:
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<li>Have previous experience of working with SEND pupils.</li>
<li>Have experience using&nbsp;MAKATON</li>
<li>Be proactive and work well in a team.</li>
<li>Have experience working with children with complex needs</li>
<li>Have experience working with children with Downs Syndrome</li>
<li>Be prepared to help with personal care.</li>
<li>Be able to communicate effectively with the children and other staff members</li>
<li>Work on a 1 to 1 basis with a child.</li>
<li>Report on individual pupil’s progress</li>
<li>Be a positive role model and support with all aspects of self-esteem.</li>
<li>Be supporting a child with a wide range of&nbsp;learning and&nbsp;communication needs</li>
<li>Have experience carrying out specific interventions to aid learning and communication.</li>
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For further information regarding this role, please contact <a href="mailto:admin@vinetree.cheshire.sch.uk" target="_blank">admin@vinetree.cheshire.sch.uk</a>.

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/6777/Vine_Tree_Primary_School_Headteacher_Recruitment_Pack.pdf" target="_blank">Vine_Tree_Primary_School_Headteacher_Recruitment_Pack</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/6778/CE_Application_Form__002_.docx" target="_blank">CE_Application_Form__002_</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/6779/Keeping_Children_Safe_in_Education_2025.pdf" target="_blank">Keeping_Children_Safe_in_Education_2025</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/6780/Staff_Code_of_Conduct_December_2024.pdf" target="_blank">Staff_Code_of_Conduct_December_2024</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/6781/Vine_Tree_Safeguarding_Policy.pdf" target="_blank">Vine_Tree_Safeguarding_Policy</a></li></ul>

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed so that you too can ‘feel’ first hand the atmosphere that makes Vine Tree Primary School the unique and special place that it is. Visits to the school are available on Monday 6th October 2025 9.30am or 1.30pm, Wednesday 8th October 2025 4.15pm, Monday 10th November 2025 4.15pm, Friday 21st November 9.30am. To arrange a visit, please contact <a href="mailto:admin@vinetree.cheshire.sch.uk" target="_blank">admin@vinetree.cheshire.sch.uk</a> &nbsp;or call 01270 661526.
 Application packs are available from and must be returned to: The School Governance Team, 5th Floor Delamere House, c/o Municipal Buildings, Earle Street, Crewe, CW1 2BJ. Tel: 0300 123 5063. Email: <a href="mailto:schoolgovernanceeast@cheshireeast.gov.uk" target="_blank">schoolgovernanceeast@cheshireeast.gov.uk</a>
 Key dates Closing date and time Friday 28th November 2025 at 9am Shortlisting Wednesday 17th December 2025 Interview/ activity dates: Wednesday 14th January 2026 Thursday 15th January 2026
 You may provide a supporting letter with your application. This should not exceed two sides of A4 paper (font size 12). Please do not restate the factual details included elsewhere on the application form.



Headteacher Advertisement Vine Tree Primary School
 Start date: Monday 13th April 2026 Contract type: Full Time, permanent. Salary: ISR L12-18 (£67,898-£78,702)
 Do you want to be part of something special? We are: ✓ A school with a strong sense of community. ✓ A school in which pupils enjoy an enriched curriculum, thrive in their learning and are proud of their achievements. ✓ A school with an inclusive culture based on mutual respect - ‘pupils feel safe and well cared for’ (Ofsted January 2023).
 Vine Tree Primary School is a popular, one form entry primary school catering for pupils aged 5-11 years. We are a group 2 school with a PAN of 210 pupils. There are currently 198 pupils on roll. The Governing Board are seeking to appoint a new Headteacher.
 Our new leader will: ➢ Be a dedicated and ambitious leader with high energy. ➢ Have the vision and experience to lead us in our pursuit of excellence. ➢ Have clear values and work with a strong sense of integrity and moral purpose. ➢ Maintain the nurturing ethos of the school and build upon our current successes and strengths. ➢ Have high expectations of attainment, attendance and behaviour. ➢ Be committed to continuously improving outcomes for all. ➢ Give safeguarding, welfare and the wellbeing of pupils and members of staff a high priority. ➢ Be an excellent communicator and build collaborative partnerships with staff, pupils, parents, carers and the wider community. 
Do you have the proven leadership skills to lead and motivate our dedicated team - inspiring, supporting and challenging all to be the very best that they can be? We can offer the successful candidate: The chance to work with: ✓ Happy, friendly and hardworking pupils who are proud of their school, enjoy learning and behave well. ✓ A dedicated staff team who are fully committed to continuous school improvement. ✓ A proactive and supportive Governing Board who keep the pupils at the heart of all that they do.
 Could you be that special leader to take our school on the next part of its exciting journey?
 Visits to the school are warmly welcomed so that you too can ‘feel’ first hand the atmosphere that makes Vine Tree Primary School the unique and special place that it is. Visits to the school are available on Monday 6th October 2025 9.30am or 1.30pm, Wednesday 8th October 2025 4.15pm, Monday 10th November 2025 4.15pm, Friday 21st November 9.30am.
 To arrange a visit, please contact <a href="mailto:admin@vinetree.cheshire.sch.uk" target="_blank">admin@vinetree.cheshire.sch.uk</a> or call 01270 661526. Application packs are available from and must be returned to: The School Governance Team, 5th Floor Delamere House, c/o Municipal Buildings, Earle Street, Crewe, CW1 2BJ. Tel: 0300 123 5063. Email: <a href="mailto:schoolgovernanceeast@cheshireeast.gov.uk" target="_blank">schoolgovernanceeast@cheshireeast.gov.uk</a>
 Key dates Closing date and time Friday 28th November 2025 at 9am Shortlisting Wednesday 17th December 2025 Interview/ activity dates: Wednesday 14th January 2026 Thursday 15th January 2026
 You may provide a supporting letter with your application. This should not exceed two sides of A4 paper (font size 12). Please do not restate the factual details included elsewhere on the application form. The successful applicant will be subject to the conditions of employment for Headteachers contained in the School Teachers Pay and Conditions document 2024 and other current education and employment legislation.
 The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and external agencies to share this commitment. The post is exempt from Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, And the successful applicant will require an enhanced DBS check. As the post will involve regulated activity with children, it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are included on the children’s barred list held by the DBS. Other safer recruitment checks including online check for shortlisted candidates will be undertaken.

Headteacher

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<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/7784/Out_of_School_Playworker_Application_Form.doc" target="_blank">Out_of_School_Playworker_Application_Form</a></li>
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Thank you for your interest in our job vacancy. Please complete the application as fully as possible and explain any gaps in your employment history. We would like to understand more about how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the job description and person specification for the role.



The governors, staff and students at Pear Tree Primary School are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic individual who enjoys working within a team. In return, we can offer you a supportive and varied job in a pleasant educational setting.
If you believe that you possess the necessary qualities to meet the requirements of this post and you are aligned with our values, then we welcome your application.
Any queries should be made to Mrs Jill Taylor, via&nbsp;<a href="mailto:admin@peartree.cheshire.sch.uk" target="_blank">admin@peartree.cheshire.sch.uk</a>
Please note that we may hold interviews as and when applications are received, and this job may be withdrawn without notice.&nbsp;
Pear Tree School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure.
Further information and the online application form can be found on the school’s website.

Out of school playworker

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Is it important to you to have a future that matters?&nbsp;Our lawyers make a real difference in their local community. We can offer unique and intellectual challenges, by working on diverse cases that shape public policy, protect public interests, and support vital services, offering vital job satisfaction.The first steps into your legal career can be daunting however, our skilled, approachable teams are experienced and committed in developing our trainee solicitors in these initial stages and beyond, ultimately with the aim of them becoming future leaders. This collaborative learning environment builds confidence and helps us create highly competent solicitors. We repeatedly evidence the growing our own professionals by providing supportive, clear career pathways, and prioritising professional growth.&nbsp;A culture of wellbeing and a healthy work life balance are genuine core values for this Council, and these are reflected in our flexible and family friendly working. Along with other benefits<ul>
<li>Generous annual leave allowance (27 days - increasing to 31 after 5 years Continuous service, plus Bank Holidays and 2 extra statutory days)</li>
<li>Annual leave purchase scheme</li>
<li>Flexible and hybrid working&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee travel and entertainment discounts,&nbsp;</li>
<li>A local government pension scheme with generous contributions &nbsp;</li>
<li>Optional car lease scheme&nbsp;</li>
<li>We also offer family friendly polices such as maternity, adoption, paternity, and parental leave.</li>
</ul>Join our local government legal team as a trainee solicitor and help shape the future of your community and make a lasting impact.&nbsp; Package Description Main Responsibilities You will:<ul>
<li>work and gain experience in a range of litigious and non-litigious areas of Legal Services being based for approximately six months each, in four of the various teams within legal services (by agreement such may also be gained at other organisation) and to develop the skills associated with the practice and profession of a Solicitor</li>
<li>work and experience will be gain from 4 of the following areas as set by business need; Contracts, Highways, Planning, Rights of Way, Property, Adult Social Care, Education, Litigation, Employment and Child Care</li>
<li>provide practical and effective legal advice and solutions to clients within the County Council and externally</li>
<li>draft briefs to Counsel for advice, prepare statements, court papers, agreements documents and affidavits for approval</li>
<li>appear in the Magistrates and County Court or other courts, Tribunals/Inquiries where appropriate and undertake hearings in chambers, initially in relation to undefended matters</li>
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accompany lawyers or Counsel to courts or tribunals, taking notes or undertaking other relevant duties as assigned
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<li>undertake legal research</li>
<li>draft reports for Cabinet, Committees and Panels as required, for approval and accompany lawyers to, or attend, Cabinet, Committee and Panel meetings, Member and officer briefings or other meetings as appropriate</li>
<li>maintain confidentiality and observe information security, data protection and associated guidelines where appropriate</li>
<li>use information technology and associated systems in accordance with County Council policies.</li>
</ul>The Ideal Candidate You will have:<ul>
<li>a strong academic ability</li>
<li>excellent communication and analytical skills,&nbsp;</li>
<li>a genuine enthusiasm for law and the focus to contribute positively to the Council’s culture.</li>
</ul>“We’re happy to talk flexible working” The post is a fixed term contract for 2 years but for the right candidate we will be looking to appoint qualified lawyers in designated roles at the end of this process.You will be office based throughout the fixed term period to take advantage of the training on offer from across all teams.&nbsp;Please be aware, only application forms completed online via the portal will be accepted.&nbsp;Interviews will be held &nbsp;as below &nbsp;and candidates should keep the following dates free.<ul>
<li>Shortlisted candidates - initial screening interview via teams - &nbsp;25 &amp; 26 June 2025</li>
<li>Successful candidates - Final interviews face to face in our Stafford offices, to include a presentation – 17 &amp; 18 July 2025</li>
</ul>For more about the role or any general queries please email Samantha Gibson, Senior Solicitor <a href="mailto:sam.gibson@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">sam.gibson@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>. Alternatively, please contact Wendy Lofthouse at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:wendy.lofthouse@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">wendy.lofthouse@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>Our Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council:Our Values:The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.&nbsp;Our benefits:We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.&nbsp;In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a>Our recruitment process:We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communitiesAs part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold&nbsp;Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your&nbsp;application meets the minimum criteria for the post.&nbsp;

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