The Schools' Post - Edition 5

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Schools’ Post The recruitment newsletter for primary schools IN THE SOUTH WEST

Edition: No.5

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23rd May 2012

Situations Vacant PLEASE NOTE: All positions posted are subject to an enhanced CRB Disclosure check along with other relevant employment checks.

TEACHING VACANCIES Ford is an inclusive, vibrant Inner-City Primary School with a rising roll. The Ofsted inspection carried out in October 2009 graded the school as “good” overall. The school is proud of its achievements with pupils with Special Educational Needs and the progress made by all children.

Required for September 2012

Ford Primary School Cambridge Rd, Ford, Plymouth, PL2 1PU Roll: 171 + 35 P/T Nursery Tel: 01752 567661

Experienced Inspirational KS2 Teacher Full Time Temporary in the first instance – this position is due to be advertised as a permanent post later in the year.

NB – This post would also be suitable for somebody considering a 1 year secondment.

We are looking to appoint an outstanding teacher to join our successful school. We are looking for somebody who can motivate and inspire our children to help them achieve their potential.

We are looking for: • proven experience of improving pupil progress and attainment • an ability to maintain a positive relationship with pupils, colleagues, parents and outside agencies

• a commitment to excellence, inclusion and high expectations • an ability and willingness to contribute to the wider life of the school The ability to lead Assessment for Learning and/or PE across the whole school would be a strong advantage.

In return, we can offer: • the opportunity to work alongside a highly motivated and welcoming team • a creative curriculum aimed at inspiring our children to learn and achieve • a support network to include MAST, TA’s, fellow teaching staff and a pro- active SLT We welcome visits to school and would be happy to show you around on Monday 11th June at 11.00am, 1.00pm or 3.30pm. If you are unable to make these times, we may be able accommodate a suitable date and time – email for details.

Please email the school for an application form and further information and/or to book a visit. Email: jthomas@fordprimaryschool.info Completed application forms can be emailed to the above address or posted to the school marked for the attention of Mr Jonathan Thomas, Headteacher.

Closing date: 5.00pm on Monday 18th June 2012.

Interview Date: Thursday 28th June 2012.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This appointment is subject to enhanced CRB employment checks.

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TEACHING VACANCIES Required for September 2012 - we are looking for

two full time permanent general class teachers • A KS3 class teacher to teach a range of subjects (including maths and English): A primary trained practitioner would be ideally suited to the post.

Combe Pafford Business & Enterprise School Steps Lane, Watcombe, Torquay, Devon TQ2 8NL Phone: 01803 327902 Fax: 01803 327902 E-mail: admin@combepafford.torbay.sch.uk Head Teacher: Mr M. Lock

• A primary trained practitioner to teach a KS2 class Our last OFSTED described us as ‘Outstanding’ we have outstanding KS2-4 CVA scores being in the top 100 schools twice in the last four years. We have some amazing vocational facilities which support our Business and Enterprise specialism, enriched by international links with schools in China which our pupils visit each year.

Please visit our website www.combepaffordschool.co.uk to download an application form.

Closing date for applications is 30th May 2012 at 9.00am.

Applications should be returned to jobappps@combepafford.torbay.sch.uk.

Visits are welcomed and encouraged - please contact the admin office on 01803 327902 to arrange.

The school is committed to safeguarding children in its care and the successful appointment is subject to a satisfactory CRB Enhanced Disclosure.

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TEACHING VACANCIES Required for September 2012 - we are looking for a

full time permanent teacher to work within our KS4 ASD base An ability to teach a wide range of subjects would be essential and a knowledge of ASD an advantage although training can be provided to the successful candidate

Combe Pafford Business & Enterprise School Steps Lane, Watcombe, Torquay, Devon TQ2 8NL Phone: 01803 327902 Fax: 01803 327902 E-mail: admin@combepafford.torbay.sch.uk Head Teacher: Mr M. Lock

Salary Scale MPS Our last OFSTED described us as ‘Outstanding’, we have outstanding KS2-4 CVA scores being in the top 100 schools twice in the last four years. We have some amazing vocational facilities which support our Business and Enterprise specialism, enriched by international links with schools in China which our pupils visit each year.

Please visit our website www.combepaffordschool.co.uk to download an application form.

Closing date for applications is 30th May 2012 at 9.00am.

Applications should be returned to jobappps@combepafford.torbay.sch.uk.

Visits are welcomed and encouraged - please contact the admin office on 01803 327902 to arrange.

The school is committed to safeguarding children in its care and the successful appointment is subject to a satisfactory CRB Enhanced Disclosure.

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TEACHING VACANCIES Required for September 2012

Teacher - Permanent Post An outstanding teacher to continue our journey from ‘Good’ to ‘Outstanding’.

Applicants should state their strength and Key Stage expertise as this post could be either KS1 or KS2. The successful candidate will be appointed on the basis of their strength of teaching and learning.

Keyham Barton Catholic Primary School

Candidates should:

Renown Street, Keyham, Plymouth PL2 2DE Tel: 01752 567684 E: keyham.barton.rc.primary.school@plymouth.gov.uk Website: www.keyhambarton.plymouth.sch.uk Roll: 206 Headteacher: Mr K Norris

• Be able to uphold the Catholic ethos of the school • Promote high expectations of progress and attainment • Be committed to working as part of a team • Have good interpersonal skills We can offer: • The opportunity to work alongside a highly motivated and welcoming team • A commitment to professional development Informal visits are welcome on Wednesday 30th May and Friday 1st June at 2.30pm.

Please contact the school via email for an application pack and to book a school visit.

Closing date: 4pm, Friday 15th June 2012.

The school is committed to safeguarding children in its care and the successful appointment is subject to a satisfactory CRB Enhanced Disclosure.

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TEACHING VACANCIES Required for September 2012

Teacher Key Stage 2 (Ilsham Academy) Full Time, MPS

Teacher Key Stage 1

(Ellacombe Academy) Full Time, MPS

Learning Academy Partnership (South West) Ilsham Church of England Academy and Ellacombe Academy Ellacombe Church Road, Torbay, TQ1 1TG T: 01803 293040 E: admin@ellacombe.torbay.sch.uk Roll: 180 and 310

The Directors of the Learning Academy Partnership, committed to achieveing ‘Excellence for All’, are looking to appoint two outstanding teachers to join our talented team. The successful candidates will be expected to rise to the challenge of developing and sharing outstanding practice across the partnership. We are encouraging applications from experienced, outstanding teachers, however, exceptional newly qualified teachers will also be considered.

In return, we will offer you, first class, collaborative professional development and career and leadership opportunities working within a supportive and dynamic team.

Our Learning Academy Partnership consists of two supportive schools, Ilsham C of E Academy (roll 180), and Ellacombe Academy (roll 310), where children and adults learn together. Ilsham is an outstanding National Support School and Ellacombe is a rapidly improving school on its journey to outstanding. Together, we are committed to achieving ‘Excellence for All’, working together as one team with one board of directors.

One post will be permanent. The second post, in the first instance, will be temporary until 31st August 2013, due to a maternity cover and restructuring across the partnership to create small class sizes. Contracts offered will be decided at interview.

This is an opportunity for both experienced, outstanding teachers and outstanding NQTs. For these posts you will: • Be a caring, reflective and inspirational teacher with high expectations and proven records of raising attainment.

• Have regard and respect for the differing nature of a church school within the Academy Trust Partnership and uphold and support the Christian distinctiveness within the trust.

• Be fully committed to career development to promote the highest standards for all.

We welcome visits to the Learning Academy Partnership.

These will take place as follows:- Ilsham Academy, 23rd May at 9am and 4pm and Ellacombe Academy, 24th May at 9am and 4pm.

To make an appointment to visit, please telephone Mrs Rowe on 01803 293040 or email admin@ellacombe.torbay.sch.uk We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A CRB disclosure is required for this post.

For further information, please contact Mrs L Atkinson, Executive Principal.

Please find the application pack on the websites www.ilsham.com and www.ellacombe.co.uk or email admin@ellacome.torbay.sch.uk Closing date: Friday 25th May 2012

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TEACHING VACANCIES Required from September 2012

Key Stage 2 Teacher, SENCo and one curriculum area Full Time, Permanent MPS and SEN Allowance

St. Margaret Clitherow Catholic Primary School Polhearne Way, Brixham, Devon TQ2 0EE Tel: 01803 851647 Headteacher: Mr. M. Tookey E-mail: admin@margaret-clitherow-primary.torbay.sch.uk

www.margaret-clitherow-primary.torbay.sch.uk

Promotion has created an exciting opportunity for an outstanding teacher to join our friendly school in the historic fishing port of Brixham. We are looking for someone who is resourceful, inspiring and enthusiastic and has the clear strategic thinking to lead the development of special educational needs throughout the school The successful candidate will also be a valued member of the senior leadership team and the school is willing to support them to achieve the National Award for SEN Coordination.

Closing date: 25th May 2012 We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a fully enhanced CRB.

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TEACHING VACANCIES Required until March 2013

Temporary 0.2 Teaching Post Drake Primary School 1 Johnston Terrace Ope, Keyham, Plymouth, PL2 2EN Tel: 01752 567649 Email: drake.primary.school@plymouth.gov.uk

www.drake.primary.sch.uk

Drake Primary is a happy and high achieving school with an excellent reputation, with staff dedicated to the achievement of all our children.

We require a dynamic, enthusiastic teacher to join our experienced team. The post is initially for two terms to support the provision of PPA cover. It will require an ability to work across both key stages and to be flexible in approach. Applicants should state any particular curricular strength that could be built into the current PPA programme.

Closing date 25th May 2012.

Short listing 29th May 2012.

Interviews 22th June 2012.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This appointment is subject to enhanced CRB employment checks.

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SUPPORT VACANCIES Required from September 2012

PA to the Head and Deputy PERMANENT (39 WEEKS) Grade F

Combe Pafford Business & Enterprise School Steps Lane, Watcombe, Torquay, Devon TQ2 8NL Phone: 01803 327902 Fax: 01803 327902 E-mail: admin@combepafford.torbay.sch.uk Head Teacher: Mr M. Lock

We are looking to appoint a hard-working and enthusiastic individual to work as part of a busy admin team. The role involves a variety of administration and reception duties. You should have a positive and proactive outlook with the initiative and flexibility to work in a busy and challenging school environment.

Our last OFSTED described us as outstanding, we also have outstanding KS2-4 CVA scores being in the top 100 schools twice in the last five years. We have some amazing vocational facilities which support our Business and Enterprise specialism, enriched by international links with schools in China which our pupils visit each year.

For further details please visit our website www.combepaffordschool.co.uk to download an application form and job details.

Closing date for applications is 9am, Wednesday 30th May 2012.

Applications should be returned to jobapps@combepafford.torbay.sch.uk.

The school is committed to safeguarding children in its care and the successful appointment is subject to a satisfactory CRB Enhanced Disclosure.

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SUPPORT VACANCIES Required from September 2012 to join our ambitious team - we are looking to recruit

4 x Teaching Assistants to the following positions:1 x Teaching assistant on a permanent basis full time (30.4 hours per week over 39 weeks)

Combe Pafford Business & Enterprise School Steps Lane, Watcombe, Torquay, Devon TQ2 8NL Phone: 01803 327902 Fax: 01803 327902 E-mail: admin@combepafford.torbay.sch.uk Head Teacher: Mr M. Lock

1 x Teaching assistant on a permanent position part time 2 x Teaching assistants on a temporary basis to cover Maternity leave (30.4 hours per week over 39 weeks) The working hours for full time posts will be 30.4 hours per week over 39 weeks per year and the salary payable will be pro-rata within Job evaluated Grade C. Our last OFSTED described us as outstanding, we also have outstanding KS2-4 CVA scores being in the top 100 schools twice in the last five years. We have some amazing vocational facilities which support our Business and Enterprise specialism, enriched by international links with schools in China which our pupils visit each year.

For further details please visit our website www.combepaffordschool.co.uk to download an application form and job details.

Closing date for applications is 9am, Wednesday 30th May 2012.

Applications should be returned to jobapps@combepafford.torbay.sch.uk.

The school is committed to safeguarding children in its care and the successful appointment is subject to a satisfactory CRB Enhanced Disclosure.

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SUPPORT VACANCIES Required for September 2012

2 x Teaching Assistants Permanent Posts Full time, term time only

Keyham Barton Catholic Primary School Renown Street, Keyham, Plymouth PL2 2DE Tel: 01752 567684 E: keyham.barton.rc.primary.school@plymouth.gov.uk Website: www.keyhambarton.plymouth.sch.uk Roll: 206 Headteacher: Mr K Norris

Keyham Barton Catholic Primary School has an Enhanced Specialist Provision for children diagnosed with Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

Due to the school setting, experience with children on the Autistic Spectrum would be highly desirable.

Experience with working with SEN children is a requirement.

Keyham Barton Catholic primary is a happy school which endeavours to provide the best possible education for all pupils.

This post requires the individuals to: • Be able to uphold the Catholic ethos of the school • Be aware of the school’s SEN Policy • Liaise with class teachers and SENco about individual children • Record progress of the children as required by the class teacher, SENco or other professionals • Possibly work one-to-one with a nominated child who may have ASD • Liaise with parents on a day to day level We can offer: • The opportunity to work alongside a highly motivated and welcoming team

• A commitment to professional development Informal visits are welcome on Wednesday 30th May and Friday 1st June at 2.30pm.

Please contact the school via email for an application pack and to book a school visit.

Closing date: 4pm, Friday 15th June 2012.

The school is committed to safeguarding children in its care and the successful appointment is subject to a satisfactory CRB Enhanced Disclosure.

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SUPPORT VACANCIES Woodlands School provides specialist education for pupils with complex physical, sensory and medical needs. We strongly support the professional development of all staff to ensure that pupils’ needs are met by happy, well developed staff.

Woodlands School Wood View Learning Community Off Tamerton Foliot Road Plymouth PL6 5ES Tel: 01752 300101 Email: woodlands.school@plymouth.gov.uk

www.woodlands.plymouth.sch.uk

Teaching Assistant (Temporary) Specifically for 1:1 Sensory Support 28.75 hours/week – 39 weeks a year Band D (£17,802 - £20,198 pro rata) Temporary position required for immediate start or as soon as possible.

This post is specifically required to provide individualised support to a young person who is deaf-blind. The post would involve working with a specialist team for multisensory impairment and other sensory specialist TA to provide high quality provision for a young person. Applicants should be qualified to a minimum of NVQ3 level or equivalent.

The key aspects of this role are: to provide sensory interpretation of the world to the child to support their learning, promote effective communication and develop personal independence skills. This post will require some understanding of visual and hearing impairment as well as multisensory impairment. Training can be provided for very specialised skills such as BSL signing and on-body communication.

An understanding of the principles of behaviour management and interpreting communication through behaviour would be an advantage.

This role provides an exciting opportunity to support a child in a unique way which brings many rewards. The successful applicant would be working within a class team and would receive the support and guidance of the Woodlands Sensory Advice team to constantly improve and develop their skills and expertise in this area.

Application packs are available to download from our website.

If you would like to visit the school prior to applying, please contact Sarah Pain, Personnel Administrator.

Closing Date: Noon, Friday 1st June 2012.

Interviews will be held in the week beginning Monday 25th June 2012.

If you have not heard from us by Friday 22nd June, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

Woodlands School is committed to safeguarding and promoting equality of opportunity. This post is subject to an enhanced Criminal Record Check.

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SUPPORT VACANCIES Woodlands School provides specialist education for pupils with complex physical, sensory and medical needs. We strongly support the professional development of all staff to ensure that pupils’ needs are met by happy, well developed staff.

Required for September 2012 until July 2013.

Woodlands School Wood View Learning Community Off Tamerton Foliot Road Plymouth PL6 5ES Tel: 01752 300101 Email: woodlands.school@plymouth.gov.uk

www.woodlands.plymouth.sch.uk

Teaching Assistants (Temporary) 6 posts available 28.75 hours/week – 39 weeks a year Band D (£17,802 - £20,198 pro rata) These posts offer an opportunity to anyone who wants to work as part of a successful multi-disciplinary team and further their understanding of working with young people with disabilities. The post may require one-to-one care of a nominated child. Applicants should be qualified to a minimum of NVQ3 level or equivalent.

Application packs are available to download from our website.

If you would like to visit the school prior to applying, please contact Sarah Pain, Personnel Administrator.

Closing date: Noon, Friday 1st June 2012.

Interviews will be held in the week beginning Monday 25th June 2012.

If you have not heard from us by Friday 22nd June, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

Woodlands School is committed to safeguarding and promoting equality of opportunity. This post is subject to an enhanced Criminal Record Check.

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SUPPORT VACANCIES

Permanent Administrative Assistant 35hrs per week, 39 weeks per year.

Grade C (£15,725 - £17,161) pro rata to start as soon as possible.

College Road Primary School College Road, Keyham, Plymouth, Devon PL2 1NS Tel: 01752 567660 Headteacher: Mr J B Wallace Roll: 188 email: college.rd.primary.school@plymouth.gov.uk

www.collegeroadschool.co.uk

Due to the promotion of the current postholder, we wish to appoint a well organised, enthusiastic, reliable member of staff to join our highly motivated team.

Key responsibilities: • Reception duties and assisting parents • Provide efficient clerical support within a busy office • Mail distribution • Administration of school meals • Cash handling • Management of pupil data.

Ideally you will have experience of using SIMS and be computer literate in the use of Word and Publisher packages. The ability to multi task and manage your own workload are essential, as is a sense of humour!

We are committed to safeguarding children and promoting their welfare, and the post will be subject to an enhanced CRB check.

An application form and further details (Large A4 size SAE please) from the Headteacher, or via email: college.rd.primary.school@plymouth.gov.uk or the application pack is available to download from our school website www.collegeroadschool.co.uk Closing date: 12 noon, 25th May 2012.

Interview date: 12th June 2012.

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SUPPORT VACANCIES

Permanent Caretaker Grade D – 29 hours per week all year – 25 days annual leave.

We wish to appoint a reliable, flexible and friendly individual to join our team. You will be required to: • Carry out key holder duties and respond to emergency call-outs

College Road Primary School College Road, Keyham, Plymouth, Devon PL2 1NS Tel: 01752 567660 Headteacher: Mr J B Wallace Roll: 188 email: college.rd.primary.school@plymouth.gov.uk

www.collegeroadschool.co.uk

• Undertake letting duties • Assist the Headteacher with general security of the school premises • Carry out daily inspections of the premises and report findings Help maintain the internal and external fabric of the school • Carry out the supervision and allocation of work to a team of cleaning staff • Be responsible for ordering a range of cleaning materials • Carry out minor repairs and liaise with external contractors • Undertake other duties appropriate to the grade of the post We are committed to safeguarding children and promoting their welfare, and the post will be subject to an enhanced CRB check.

An application form and further details (Large A4 size SAE please) from the Headteacher, or via email: college.rd.primary.school@plymouth.gov.uk or the application pack is available to download from our school website www.collegeroadschool.co.uk Closing date: 12 noon, 25th May 2012.

Interview date: 11th June 2012.

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SUPPORT VACANCIES Required for 1st September

0.5 FTE Teaching Assistant (Level 2) ~ NJC Grade C (Permanent)

Shakespeare Primary School

We would like to welcome an outstanding, enthusiastic, flexible and highly motivated individual, to initially join our team to support raising standards in Year 6.

400, Honicknowle Lane, Honicknowle, Plymouth PL5 3JU Tel: 01752 312048 Email: morkney@shakespeare.plymouth.sch.uk Head teacher: Mrs Karen Menis Roll: 420 + 36 place Nursery, Ages 3 to 11

The ideal candidate will have an NVQ3, experience of working with pupils in upper primary and demonstrate exceptional literacy and numeracy skills. The hours will be every morning from Monday to Friday.

www.shakespeare.plymouth.sch.uk

Application forms are available from Mrs K Menis, Shakespeare Primary School, 400 Honicknowle Lane, Plymouth PL5 3JU. Please send a large stamped A4 self-addressed envelope.

We offer a warm welcome to prospective candidates. Please contact the Head teacher or Deputy Head teacher on 01752 312048, for an informal chat.

Closing date: 12 noon, Friday 1st June 2012.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All posts are subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Criminal Records Bureau Disclosure.

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