www.bristol-cyps.org.uk Vacancy Bulletin 30/01/2015 Bristol City LA Special School Vacancies To view full details and to apply for vacancies click the Post Title or Job ID, or enter the Job ID at http://bristolcity.eteach.com Supporting Information Bristol City Council is committed to promoting equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. However, permanent or temporary staff with more than two years service who are at risk of redundancy may be given prior consideration for interview subject to the local voluntary redeployment agreement. Teaching posts are advertised in accordance with the main pay scale for teachers. Disabled job applicants who meet all the essential criteria on the employee specification for each job applied for are guaranteed an interview. Access requirements will be met at interview. G54 Romney House, Romney Avenue, Lockleaze, Bristol, BS7 9TB Special Education (inc. PRU) Leadership/Management Assistant Head Teacher (New) id:565455 This is an exciting and rare opportunity to become the operational Head of the Meriton, a unique 0 -19 educational provision The Meriton has had 3 outstanding OFSTED inspections. “The Meriton does an excellent job in helping students to turn around their personal and academic situations” The Nursery inspected in 2014 was rated “good” by OFSTED “Staff are continually striving for excellence and approach all areas of their work with enthusiasm and vigour. They ensure that the babies are at the heart of all they do” The Meriton needs a head who is: • • • • • • Committed and able to work under pressure. Inspirational, innovative, engaging and motivational. Will build on the many and varied strengths already evident amongst staff. Bring their own talents, experience and personal qualities to enhance an excellent provision Engender the respect of the whole school community through outstanding leadership. Committed to safeguarding and willing to work in a multi agency environment. The Meriton is aspirational and is passionate about students and their children reaching their potential and succeeding in an increasingly challenging environment both in terms of of funding, a changing curriculum and qualifications but also in the wider society. The teenage pregnancy rate has decreased amongst pre 16 students but with RPA there is a continued need for specialist support and a flexible way of working to ensure young parents can continue in their education whilst confident their children are getting excellent childcare provision. Students have often had a difficult experience of education and value a more personal and nurturing environment whilst still being expected to achieve as well as possible. The successful candidate will be leading an experienced and much respected staff who hold the well being of students and their children close to their hearts and believe in enriching all their lives through engendering attitudes of respect, honesty, tolerance and love of learning. The Meriton is currently working with Bristol City Council and partners on plans to amalgamate the setting with Bristol Hospital Education Service, to form a single Pupil Referral Unit and management committee. This merged PRU will be led by the current headteacher of Bristol Hospital Education Service, to whom the Assistant Head of The Meriton will report. The Assistant Head will be responsible for the day to day running of The Meriton and will work with colleagues across the merged PRU. Job Type: Deputy/Assistant Head Teacher Employer: The Meriton Young Parents Education and Support Location: St Phillips, Bristol Salary: L8 – L11 Visit www.bristol-cyps.org.uk for further information Expiry: 11/2/2015 Start Date: 13/4/2015 Contract: Full Time Contract Type: Permanent NQTs considered: No Page 2 of 5 DEPUTY HEADTEACHER id:563746 Outstanding Deputy Headteacher to join a committed staff team. We are seeking an outstanding, experienced and dedicated Deputy Headteacher to join a committed staff team. Notton House is s developing school providing residential and day provision for boys aged from 8 - 18 years with recognised SEBD. Through the support of Bristol Local Authority we have begun a planned process of improvement in both the Education and Care areas of the School based upon 52 planned places. The successful candidate will be ambitious and view this appointment as preparation for Headship. Whilst it is not expected that the Deputy Headteacher lives on site, they will be expected to help lead and contribute to all aspects of residential school life. Our aim is to work together with the young people to build a positive future through academic achievement, social and emotional support, enrichment and life skills development. This is an exciting time in the School’s development with the successful candidate able to contribute to our strategic role within the range of specialist educational provision in Bristol. Recruitment process 20th January, 2015 - National advertisement 28th – 30th January, 2015 - Opportunity to visit the School 5th February 2015, 12 noon Closing date and shortlisting 10th February, 2015 Interviews Visits from prospective candidates are warmly welcomed by arrangement. Job Type: Deputy/Assistant Head Teacher Employer: Notton House Special School Location: Lacock, Wiltshire Salary: Leadership Point 14-18 Expiry: 5/2/2015 Start Date: 1/9/2015 Contract: Full Time Contract Type: Permanent NQTs considered: No Teaching ART TEACHER id:565124 Art Teacher required for Notton House School. We are a residential school that recognises the importance of a multi-professional approach to meeting young people’s needs and promoting their learning. Opportunities for further professional development are integral to our ethos. The successful candidate will be a good to outstanding teacher of Art with the flexibility to teach from KS2-4 (currently we teach a range from Entry Level to Functional Skills and GCSE accreditations at KS4). The main personal attribute we are looking for is the capacity to engage/enthuse our students and to promote independent learning. This post represents an excellent opportunity for either a colleague eager to enter special school teaching or someone already experienced in this sphere of education. It could also represent an excellent stepping stone to future leadership opportunities. Job Type: Teacher Employer: Notton House Special School Location: Lacock, Wiltshire Salary: MPG/UPS + SEN Visit www.bristol-cyps.org.uk for further information Expiry: 16/2/2015 Start Date: 1/9/2015 Contract: Part Time Contract Type: Permanent NQTs considered: No Page 3 of 5 Class Teacher id:504902 We are offering the opportunity for a Skilled KS3/4 SCIENCE TEACHER to join a specialist Learning Centre. We are offering the opportunity for a Skilled Teacher to join the largest, most modern, specialist Learning Center for KS1-5 students with SEMH, MLD and ASC/SLCN in the country. We are a well established good school, who recognise the importance of a multi-professional approach to meeting young people’s needs and promoting their learning. Our facilities are new and the opportunities for further professional development are integral to our ethos. A Learning and Teaching allowance is available for helping to lead your subject within the Learning Centre. WOULD YOU LIKE TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO YOUNGSTERS WHO SOMETIMES DO NOT CARE TO KNOW UNTIL THEY KNOW HOW MUCH YOU CARE? The main personal attribute we are looking for is the capacity to enthuse our students. This post represents an excellent opportunity for either a colleague eager to enter special school teaching or someone already experienced in this sphere of education. It could also represent an excellent stepping stone to future leadership opportunities. Job Type: Teacher Employer: Knowle-DGE Location: Bristol, Salary: MPG/UPS + SEN + TLR2 Expiry: 2/2/2015 Start Date: 4/5/2015 Contract: Full Time Contract Type: Permanent NQTs considered: Yes KS3/4 Teacher of Maths/ICT id:565144 KS3/4 Teacher of Maths/ICT required for St Matthias Park. Part time (3 days per week) fixed term to 31/08/15 thereafter subject to review Start date: 1st May or earlier Ref: TMI For this post you will need: • • • • • • experience of teaching Maths and/or ICT at KS3 and KS4 to be able to motivate and engage young people with social, emotional and behavioural difficulties proven experience in managing disaffected pupils with challenging behaviour to promote positive behaviour excellent communication and organisational skills to be able to rise to the challenge with a smile We can offer: • varied and challenging work with young people, parents/carers and other professionals • a chance to make a real contribution to the effective working of the team • professional development opportunities We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks. Additional criteria for Upper Pay Scale are available on request. Further information and application details are available from the Acting Headteacher, Ms Aileen Morrison. Visits to the school are welcomed. Job Type: Teacher Employer: St Matthias Park Pupil Referral Unit Location: Fishponds, Bristol Salary: Visit www.bristol-cyps.org.uk for further information Expiry: 10/2/2015 Start Date: 1/5/2015 Contract: Part Time Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract NQTs considered: No Page 4 of 5 Non-Academic Support Estates Development and Site Safety Manager id:564221 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Estates Development and Site Safety Manager to join our Notton House Team. To work in conjunction with the Head Teacher and Bursar, who are responsible to the Governing Body. The Estates Development and Site Safety Manager is responsible for the continual development and best use of the school site and its facilities for the support of learning and work experience opportunities. In working and liaising with colleagues across the School they will plan and co-ordinate developmental work which enhances the site and provides outstanding learning opportunities. This post holder will establish a long term vision and plan in regard to how the School can maximise its grounds and facilities through a manageable budget. Further to this, the role will establish and ensure that all Health and Safety policies and procedures are in place and followed in line with Bristol City Council, COHSS and DFES regulations. The appointed person will respond to and manage ongoing repair and maintenance work within a given budget, either in house or using approved external contractors. Job Type: Caretaker Employer: Notton House Special School Location: Lacock, Wiltshire Salary: £26,293 – £29,558 Visit www.bristol-cyps.org.uk for further information Expiry: 30/1/2015 Start Date: 23/2/2015 Contract: Full Time Contract Type: Permanent NQTs considered: No Page 5 of 5