SOMERSET COUNCILS’ VACANCY BULLETIN
ISSUE NO: 14
6 April 2017
Applications are invited from employees of the following Councils: Somerset County Council
Mendip District Council
Sedgemoor District Council
South Somerset District Council
Taunton Deane Borough Council
West Somerset Council
South West Councils
Latest time for acceptance of advertisements is 12 noon Monday
Published by Dillington Advertising Services, A2W, County Hall, Taunton TA1 4DY
Tel: 01823 357739, email: [email protected]
YOU CAN VIEW THESE VACANCIES ONLINE AT:
http://dasjobs.co.uk
Only SCC employees may apply for posts marked INTERNAL in the first instance.
ALL POSTS MARKED WITH * REQUIRE A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK VIA THE DISCLOSURE PROCEDURE
"Somerset County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people"
All applicants, including current employees should complete and return the Recruitment
Monitoring Form, which is attached to the Application Form.
Thank you for your cooperation
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AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER
Applications for all vacancies are particularly welcome from people with disabilities. Further
details and application forms are also available on request in braille, large print, tape and disc.
JOB SHARING
Somerset County Council, as an equal opportunities employer, wishes to promote job-sharing arrangements in any full-time
post where the Manager and Chief Officer consider that such an arrangement would be a viable proposition. If you are
interested in making an application on a job-sharing basis for any full-time post advertised in this bulletin, you should contact
the appropriate Manager in the first instance to see whether such an application would be accepted.
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Somerset County Council is proud to offer an excellent benefits package to all of our employees
including:
 A Local Government Pension Scheme.
 My Staff Shop offering discounts in shops, restaurants, cinemas, hotels and insurance benefits.
 A Flexible Benefits Scheme via salary sacrifice to obtain a cycle for work, Childcare vouchers,
additional annual leave, professional subscriptions, computers, mobile phones and health
screening.
 Generous annual leave and flexible working arrangements.
 Staff discounts in gyms.
 Employee Assistance and support offering a variety of employee wellbeing services to support a
healthy work/life balance and lifestyle.
 Free seminars on planning for retirement.
Somerset County Council is subject to Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to
speak fluent English will be an essential requirement for customer-facing roles, which are marked with †
Commissioning Economic and Community
Somerset Rivers Authority
Taunton
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COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER - SOMERSET RIVERS AUTHORITY – INTERNAL
37 hours per week. Permanent.
Salary: £28,485 - £32,486 per annum
Job Ref No: 10279/SR
About us
The Somerset Rivers Authority (SRA) was formed after the major flood incident of 2013/14 and is
where the flood risk management authorities in Somerset come together to deliver extra flood
protection for the county. Through our 20 year Flood Action Plan and Enhanced Programme we’ve
delivered several million pounds worth of additional flood risk management improvements, ranging from
dredging and road raising, through to natural flood management and building community resilience there is a lot happening.
The SRA is all set to get legislation to become a separate precepting authority, able to raise its own
funds. In the meantime, it is a partnership, hosted by the county council, with a small staff team in
support and special dispensation from the government to raise funds through council tax. There is
considerable public, stakeholder and partner interest in what we do and how we do it and as a result it
is important for the SRA’s future to ensure that every opportunity is taken to publicise our work and
achievements.
About the role
We are now looking for someone to plan and deliver a full range of marketing and communications
activities for the SRA, working with the communications teams of all the SRA partners as well as the
SRA Senior Manager. You will be involved in developing an agreed communications strategy and
protocols and delivering communication and marketing activity in support of specific SRA works as well
as protecting and improving the SRA’s image and reputation and getting key messages across about
flood risk management.
You will also hold public events, both information giving and consultation, and arranging stakeholder
tours of the SRA’s work.
About you
You will need to have good experience of both complex public sector partnership working and
communications and marketing through a wide range of channels. A good understanding of flood risk
management challenges and activity, particularly in Somerset, is also necessary. You need to be able
to demonstrate political awareness and sensitivity, be organised, focussed, adaptable and be able to
communicate effectively at all levels, with experience of dealing with a wide range of people, including
the public, colleagues, partners and stakeholders. You will have good knowledge and experience of
social media and website development, as well as having sound copy writing and design skills.
But above all else, you will have enthusiasm for this important area of work.
The role will be based in Taunton but as some of our meetings are in other parts of Somerset you will
need to be able to travel to other locations.
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For an informal discussion please contact Sarah Diacono, Senior Manager, Somerset Rivers Authority,
on 01823 355194 or 07769 725542.
Apply online at https://dasjobs.co.uk/internal/
Closing date: 10 April 2017 at 5.00pm
Interviews will take place after Easter
getset - Early Help Service
Taunton, West Somerset, South Somerset and Sedgemoor
*†FAMILY SUPPORT WORKERS
Salary: £17,772 - £20,138 per annum /pro rata
Job Ref No: 10282/JH
About us
We have a number of Family Support Worker vacancies across Somerset. This is an exciting
opportunity to join the Early Help service, as part of a team working directly with families who have
multiple and complex needs, or delivering the Children Centre Core Offer.
You will be part of a high profile, ambitious multi agency team, working alongside statutory and nonstatutory partner agencies to ensure improved and sustainable outcomes for children, young people
and parents/carers.
About you
You will have:
 A good understanding of the Governments Troubled Families Programme, with a flexible and
professional approach.
 Experience of working directly with children, young people and families, with multiple needs in
casework, one to one or group settings.
 Knowledge of statutory regulations, Government guidance and standards relevant to children,
families including safeguarding and social exclusion.
 Experience of working with young people, particularly those at risk of exclusion or exploitation.
 Experience of working within a multi-agency setting providing early intervention and
preventative support with measured outcomes.
 Ability to assess children, young people and families through observations, a range of
assessment tools including the Early Help Assessment and developmental checks.
 A broad range of office skills.
If you require further information please call 01823 359072.
Or email getset - Business Support [email protected]
Further details about the roles
Full time permanent opportunities in Taunton, West Somerset and Sedgemoor
Full time, part time and 1 year fixed term opportunities in South Somerset
Please specify in your application which area you are interested in.
Apply online at https://dasjobs.co.uk/job/family-support-workers/
Closing date: 12 April 2017 at 5.00pm
Interviews: 27 and 28 April 2017
Adult Social Care - Community Teams
South Somerset
*†ADULT SOCIAL CARE WORKERS
Part or full time considered
Various hours per week
Salary: £17,772 - £20,138 pro rata
Job Ref No: 10275/LM
We have several opportunities for enthusiastic staff to join our multi-disciplinary Adult Social Care
Community team based in South Somerset. Somerset County Council’s Adult Social Care is
undergoing an exciting period of innovation and is transforming from a traditional model of statutory
provision to a community enablement model.
You will be expected to hold a caseload under the direct supervision of a registered worker. You will
undertake assessment and reviews to ensure interventions meet assessed needs and outcomes for
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people within the current criteria and legislation (Care Act 2014). Somerset County Council encourages
innovation in the services we provide. A creative and appropriate use of both statutory and local
community resources is key to this work.
You will be required to ensure risk is appropriately managed for people and their families or carers, in a
range of settings. You will act with a degree of autonomy when dealing with individual cases, working
towards empowerment and promoting independence, showing professional commitment in your work.
Working with people and their carers (paid and unpaid) you will be required to travel to and attend
meetings/appointments within the area and across the County. You will need to be IT literate with
excellent written and verbal communication skills. You will have the opportunity to contribute to the
development of person-centred ways of working.
In return you will join a committed supportive team and will receive regular quality supervision and
support. You will need to have NVQ level 3 or equivalent in an appropriate care field and have
experience of care related work.
Applicants, on successful interview, will be appointed subject to a disclosure and barring service check
(DBS).
Full time or part time applications for these roles are both welcome.
For an informal discussion about these roles, please contact Jonathan Williams on 01749 822575. The
voicemail facility on this line will enable you to be called back, if no immediate response is available.
Apply online at https://dasjobs.co.uk/job/adult-social-care-worker/
Closing date: 21 April 2017 at 5.00pm
Dillington House
Ilminster
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CONFERENCE MANAGER
37 hours per week
Salary: £17,772 - £20,138 per annum
Job Ref No: 10285/LM
Dillington House are currently recruiting for a Conference Manager to oversee the running of our busy
conference team. As a conference venue in Somerset, Dillington House is hard to beat. Set in
parkland, it combines first-rate meeting facilities with beautiful surroundings making business a real
pleasure.
Our Conference Manager oversees all conference bookings and liaises with customers to ensure their
needs are met and we are consistently providing a high quality service. You will be required to build
strong relationships with internal and external customers and participate in regular management
meetings to move an already successful business forward.
We are looking for someone with high customer service skills and the ability to manage and organise a
wide range of bookings. Flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing needs of the service is a
necessary part of the role, making a positive and committed attitude a necessity.
You will be required to prepare marketing materials and activities aimed at generating enquiries and
new business and also prepare quotations for conference customers, so a high level of enthusiasm for
the business is required. Knowledge of social media and marketing strategies would be beneficial.
You will manage the Conference team and work closely with the Operations team to ensure high
quality conferences are delivered effectively at all times. Liaison with the Operations team to determine
logistics of the events will be required.
For an informal discussion about the post please contact Julie Breeze on 01460 258609 or by emailing
[email protected]
Apply online at https://dasjobs.co.uk/job/conference-manager/
Closing date: 18 April 2017 at 5.00pm
CARETAKER
37 hours per week
Salary: £15,375 - £16,491 per annum
Job Ref No: 10286/LM
Dillington House would like to appoint a Caretaker to join our busy Customer Support Team.
You will be required to set up rooms and furnish them with the correct equipment according to the
business needs. You will also ensure equipment is properly maintained and serviced and set up and
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service refreshments in rooms. You will assist and liaise with tutors regarding arrangements and
equipment.
You will act as a key holder for Dillington House, taking responsibility for the checks of buildings and for
the morning opening up of rooms by an agreed time and afternoon or early evening lockup.
Customer service and organisational skills are required. Experience in this field of work is desirable, but
not required.
The hours of work will be negotiable and flexible and may vary per week.
For an informal discussion about the post please contact Claire Bristow on 01460 258 648 or by
emailing [email protected]
Apply online at https://dasjobs.co.uk/job/caretaker-5/
Closing date: 18 April 2017 at 5.00pm
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BOOKINGS SECRETARY
37 hours per week
Salary: £15,375 - £16,491 per annum
Job Ref No: 10284/LM
Dillington House are looking to appoint a Bookings Secretary to work within our busy and hardworking
Bookings team.
You will receive and process telephone, e-mail and postal bookings and payments for our Adult
Education programme, as well as providing support to the Programme Manager in undertaking a wide
range of office duties as required.
This post also involves providing cover and supporting the Conference and Wedding departments of
Dillington House so provides an excellent opportunity for someone to have an input into developing the
business at Dillington.
Excellent customer service and communication skills are essential, along with attention to detail, IT and
organisational skills. Office experience is desirable.
For an informal discussion about the post please contact Denise Borer, Programme Manager on 01460
258 648 or by emailing [email protected]
Apply online at https://dasjobs.co.uk/job/bookings-secretary/
Closing date: 11 April 2017 at 5.00pm
Interviews: 18 April 2017
Commercial and Business Services
ICT
County Hall, Taunton
SENIOR DATA MANAGEMENT ASSISTANT – INTERNAL
37 hours per week (part-time hours will be considered)
Salary: £17,772 - £20,155 per annum from April 2017 pro rata for part-time
Job Ref No: 10274/AMB
We are looking for a person with a keen interest in ICT to join the Core Data Team in the ICT Service.
The team provides the student data support within the Capita One application which is used by
Children Services to support their business processes.
This is a vital role as the work ensures that any actions, consultations, decisions, or eligibility checking
relating to students is based on accurate, timely data.
This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in a fast-paced team, working with evolving functionality
within the Capita One application. Whilst in a supportive team environment, you will also need to work
under your own initiative and be able to prioritise work to meet conflicting deadlines. You will use your
excellent communication skills and attention to detail to resolve data 'conflicts' over the telephone with
Schools, Parents, and Early Years providers, in addition to communicating face to face and via e-mail
with internal users of the system.
You will be working to ensure good data quality is maintained, so you will be highly organised and have
an interest in problem solving, which you will use to unpick conflicting data elements to reach an
accurate conclusion.
This is a full time post, but options for part time would be considered. For an informal discussion about
the post please telephone Sandra Verrier on 01823 355797.
This post requires a Disclosure Scotland check.
Apply online at https://dasjobs.co.uk/job/senior-data-management-assistant-internal/
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Closing date: 12 April 2017 at 5.00pm
Interviews: 3/4 May 2017
Commercial and Business Services
West Area Facilities Management Team
Taunton
BUSINESS SUPPORT SUPERVISOR
20 hours per week
Salary: £12,248 - £13,878 per annum
Job Ref No: 10290/AMB
We have a part-time vacancy in the West Area Facilities Management Team, based in County Hall for
an enthusiastic and motivated individual who has excellent admin, co-ordination and customer service
skills. Experience in a supervisory role preferred but not essential as training will be given.
Your duties include;
 Supervising, co-ordinating and monitoring the work of a team who provide a range of business
support activities to operational colleagues
 Carrying out performance reviews/supervision and recommend training and development needs
for individual team members, providing advice and guidance
 Ensuring staff and resources are deployed to meet daily priorities and provide exemplary
customer service to our corporate tenants based at a variety of properties across Taunton and
West Somerset
 Making sure all financial systems such as Imprest and income are carried out in accordance
with SCC policy and guidance
 Contributing to the budget management process producing first level budgetary reports as
required
 Attending and support meetings as required to contribute to the development and enhancement
of service provision
 Ensuring the prioritisation of work and the appropriate response in the absence of senior
colleagues
 Implementing Smart office standards and policies
 Ensure that office equipment, building maintenance and health and safety requirements are met
 Liaising with partner agencies and services providing advice and guidance
Your will be based in County Hall, Taunton, but as part of the West Team you will work alongside the
Bridgwater based team to be collectively responsible for smaller offices in Bridgwater, Taunton and
West Somerset e.g. Williton, Minehead. A commitment to travel and a flexible approach to cover across
these areas will be required.
We are looking for an individual with a good understanding of IT e.g. Word, Excel and Outlook.
Experience in a health and safety and cash handling role is also desirable. With the ability to manage
your time to meet deadlines you should be able to work under your own initiative, but also as part of a
busy team. A clear understanding of good customer service skills is important.
In return we will offer a full induction programme, on-going training and regular supervision.
For further information about this post please contact Angela Higgs or Rachael Selway, Senior
Business Support Officers - FM West Team (Job share) on 07976 691756/07977 401871 or email
[email protected] / [email protected]
Apply online at https://dasjobs.co.uk/job/business-support-supervisor/
Closing date: 21 April 2017 at 5.00pm
Commercial and Business Services
Business Support – Mendip Facilities Management
Shepton Mallet
WORKPLACE CO-ORDINATOR
18.5 hours per week – includes Weds
Salary: £7,687 - £8,245 per annum
Job Ref No: 10287/A/AB
30 hours per week – Mon/Tues/Thurs/Fri
Salary: £12,466 - £13,371 per annum
Job Ref No: 10287/B/AB
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We have 2 vacancies in the Mendip Facilities Management Team for enthusiastic and motivated
individuals who enjoy delivering good customer service in various locations throughout Mendip. The
Facilities Management Team provide premises management, health and safety statutory duties,
financial and procurement administration duties in Shepton, Frome and Glastonbury on a rotational
basis. As a first point of contact for building users, the ability to use your own initiative and liaise with
partners and outside contractors is required. You will be part of a busy team and each day will bring
interesting challenges/tasks.
If you like variety and have experience of using Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook then we look
forward to receiving your application. The part time hours can be negotiable but for the 18.5 hours
post, Wednesdays must be worked due to current staffing patterns, and Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
and Friday for the 30 hours post.
Please ring Shirley Smith 01749 822913 or Norma Bradley 01935 436583 for an information
discussion.
Apply online at https://dasjobs.co.uk/job/workplace-co-ordinator-2/
Closing date: 20 April 2017 at 5.00pm
Support Services for Education
Somerset Outdoor Residential and Learning Service
Charterhouse Centre
*COOK IN CHARGE
30 hours per week between February and November
Salary: £16,491 - £17,772 pro rata
Job Ref No: 10281/LM
This is a permanent contract, working from February to November with the salary paid over 12 months.
The Charterhouse Centre is one of the largest providers of Outdoor Education in Somerset. It is
situated in a fantastic position in the Mendip Hills and offers residential outdoor opportunities to a
diverse range of groups.
The Charterhouse Centre is looking to appoint a cook to join our existing staff team. Responsibilities
will include the planning, prepping and serving of suitable meals for all clients and service users. The
Cook will be responsible for controlling the storage of food within prescribed guidelines, recording and
dating ingredients, monitoring and maintaining the programme for high standards of kitchen and dining
room cleanliness. The Cook will promote the strong provision of Customer Service and will have
regular contact with all Service Users and Stakeholders.
For an informal discussion about the post please contact Jane Howell on 01761 462267 or email
[email protected]
Apply online at https://dasjobs.co.uk/job/cook-in-charge/
Closing date: 17 April 2017 at 5.00pm
Interviews: 27 April 2017
Children and Families
Taunton
*†CONTACT SUPPORT WORKER
22.2 hours per week
Salary: £10,663 - £12,082 pa
Job Ref No: 10289/JH
We have an exciting opportunity for a Contact Support Worker to join our dynamic and supportive
team. Are you ready to take the next step in your career with a developing organisation and join us on
our exciting improvement journey? If so, we would love to hear from you!
About the team
The team consisting of 5 contact workers and a contact co coordinator. As part of the team you will be
supervising children having contact with parents and other family members as part of their care plan.
The contacts take place in county Hall and out in the community. During the contacts workers observe
and complete written accounts of their observations.
About the role
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“Billy (aged 5) and Joe (aged 8) are brothers who live with foster carers and see their Mum once a
week after school. Sometimes their mum gets upset and angry when she sees them and Joe in
particular can need a lot of reassurance after these visits.”
We need a Contact Worker to co-ordinate and supervise planned contact arrangements between
Children in care, like Billy and Joe, and their families. Can you support children in these circumstances
while remaining positive about their parents, so they can spend safe and good quality time together?
Can you record what you see and hear in contact meetings so that social workers can include this in
assessments, reports for court and plans for children’s futures?
About you
A positive attitude and a natural enthusiasm, ideally you will have demonstrable experience of working
with children and their families, have the ability to work flexibly as an integral part of our team, have a
good level of IT skills and be able to transport children.
What we’ll offer in return
We are proud to offer an environment that is supportive and rewarding, working as part of a team who
are passionate about the work they do. We offer great training and development opportunities, with
supportive management.
If you are interested in finding out more about this exciting opportunity, before applying, please get in
touch with Sandra Warren on 07967333738.
Apply online at https://dasjobs.co.uk/job/contact-support-worker/
Closing date: 10 April 2017 at 5.00pm
Interviews: 25 April 2017
Operations and Community Infrastructure
Libraries
Bridgwater
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LIBRARY & INFORMATION ASSISTANT
25.5 hours per week
Salary: £10,596 - £11,365 per annum
Job Ref No: 10288A/AMB
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RELIEF LIBRARY & INFORMATION ASSISTANT
Various hours
£7.96 per hour
Job Ref No: 10288B/AMB
If you haven’t visited a Library in a while you may not fully appreciate what we offer, from Lego groups
and Code Clubs, to IT courses and knitting circles, and anything and everything to do with reading for
pleasure. Our ideal candidate is a reading enthusiast who is more likely to organise a Harry Potter
party and tweet about it than say ‘Shhh’.
Libraries are about books and so much more. We’re offering this brilliant opportunity for you to join us
as we continue to evolve as an innovative service. From day one you’ll be working in a customer
centred environment, a busy community hub that serves a diverse range of people, partners and
organisations.
We are looking for well-motivated people to provide a welcoming environment to our customers. You
will be hard working and receptive to change, with a wide general knowledge, an interest in books, and
a digital curiosity. You’ll work in a team, dealing with enquiries and requests, planning and delivering
interactive activities, and promoting our services. You’ll be encouraging the love of reading through a
range of promotional activities. Confidence in the use of digital technology is essential; as you will be
helping customers to use our equipment and their own.
There are also relief opportunities available. Relief work patterns vary depending on service needs and
how much you wish to work.
For an informal chat please contact Nadja McDevitt or Stephanie Franklin, Library Supervisors on
01278 458373.
Apply online at https://dasjobs.co.uk/job/library-information-assistant-7/ and
https://dasjobs.co.uk/job/relief-library-information-assistant-2/
Closing date: 19 April 2017 at 5.00pm
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Operations Community & Infrastructure
Libraries
Taunton
CARETAKER - INTERNAL
17.5 hours per week
Salary: £7,799 - £8,405 per annum
Job Ref No: 10271/AB
Taunton Library is looking for a handy person to work within the 34 libraries in Somerset. You will be
flexible, enthusiastic and reliable with a clean driving licence. You will be based at Taunton Library and
will be required to cover caretaking duties at Taunton Library on a rota basis.
We are looking for an organised person with excellent communication skills who can work with people
from a range of different organisations. Your role will include a wide variety of tasks, therefore you will
need to use your own initiative and demonstrate a good knowledge of health and safety issues.
Cleaning and maintenance duties are also part of this role.
You will ensure the library premises and contents are secure and will act as a key holder for call outs at
Taunton Library.
You may be required to oversee the lettings of the Meetings Room / Glass Box / Gallery during
evenings (occasionally up to 11pm) and at weekends, sometimes at short notice. Occasional lone
working will be required.
For an informal discussion about the post please contact Allison Ewan or Valerie Denslow on 01823
336334
Apply online at https://dasjobs.co.uk/job/caretaker-internal/?route=internal
Closing date: 20 April 2017 at 5.00pm
Croscombe and Stoke St Michael Primary Federation
Long Street, Croscombe, Wells, Somerset, BA5 3QL
Telephone: 01749 343114 Executive Headteacher: Mr Stephen Heath NOR: 77
Email: [email protected] Website: www.croscombeprimary.co.uk
CLERICAL ASSISTANT
Salary Grade 13: (from £9.21 to £10.43 per hour, dependent on experience)
25 Hours per Week (timings negotiable). Term time only
To commence as soon as possible
We are looking for a part-time Clerical Assistant to join our friendly School Team and support the
smooth running of the School.
We are looking for someone with excellent communication skills, as your duties will include being the
first point of contact for visitors. A flexible and positive attitude is essential, together with excellent
organisation and time management skills. You will need to prioritise effectively to manage a
demanding and changeable workload to include dealing with attendance, post, photocopying,
administering school meals, managing school records, general letters and administration, producing a
weekly newsletter, telephone calls and helping parents with general enquiries. Knowledge of SIMS is
desirable but not essential.
Croscombe C E Primary School has a commitment to safeguarding and all posts require medical
clearance and references. An enhanced DBS check will be required.
Application forms and packs are available at www.croscombeprimary.co.uk/staff.htm or online
at https://dasjobs.co.uk/job/clerical-assistant-2/
Closing Date: 3.00pm Friday 14th April 2017
Interview Date: Friday 21st April 2017
Rode and Norton St Philip School Federation
High Street, Rode, Somerset, BA11 6NZ
Tel: 01373 830523
Church Street, Norton St Philip, Somerset, BA2 7LU
Tel: 01373 830527
TEMPORARY SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL NEEDS TEACHING ASSISTANT
Grade 15: points 9-13 from £7.96- £8.54 per hour depending on experience.
Term Time Only
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3 days per week supporting an individual child on a one-to-one basis.
This is an exciting time to be joining our successful Federation of schools as we continue to build and
shape our future.
The successful candidate will be:  An innovative, creative and caring practitioner with a drive and passion to ensure that all
children achieve and thrive.
 Able to work as part of a team, sharing excellent practice, showing initiative and a desire to
learn
 Committed to working in partnership with parents, staff and children, with excellent interpersonal
skills.
Our Federation is committed to equal opportunities, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of
children. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. To be successful these posts will
require an enhanced criminal background check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.
To arrange a visit, to find out more and to download application information please look on our
websites www.rodeschool.co.uk or www.nortonstphilip.com
Closing date: 21st April 2017
Lyngford Park Primary School, Bircham Road, Taunton, Somerset TA2 8EX
Headteacher: Mrs S Loader Tel: Taunton 284912
E-mail: [email protected]
GENERAL CATERING ASSISTANT
Start: May 2017
Hours: 15 hrs/wk (11am – 2pm Monday to Friday).
Term time only, plus 5 INSET days
Starting salary: £15,014 pro rota - £7.78/hr (Gr 17 Pt 6)
We are looking for General Catering Assistant to work in our busy school kitchen to assist with basic
food preparation and ensuring the Catering Manager has everything they need during the lunchtime
service.
The key tasks of the role include:
 Responsible for cleaning the kitchen
 Ensuring the food preparation areas are clean and hygienic
 Washing utensils and dishes and making sure they are stored appropriately
 Sorting, storing and distributing ingredients
 Washing, peeling, chopping, cutting, helping to prepare salads and assist with service of lunch
 Disposing of rubbish
 Cleaning the food preparation equipment, floors and other kitchen tools or area
The role requires Food Hygiene certificates; however training can be provided if required.
In return we can offer:
 A lively welcoming and committed staff team.
 Supportive Governors.
 A spacious and well-resourced catering environment.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed - our children and staff would be delighted to meet you
before the formal interview process.
Lyngford Park Primary School is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and
expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to a Disclosure and
Barring Service check which includes a criminal background check via the disclosure procedure.
Closing Date: Friday 21st April 2017
Interviews:
Week commencing 24th April 2017
If you are interested in applying for the post, please complete an application form and return to the
school by the closing date.
For more information or to arrange a visit to the school, please contact the Business Manager Sarah
Harber at [email protected]
Apply online at https://dasjobs.co.uk/job/general-catering-assistant/
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Chilton Trinity
LIBRARIAN
Required to start as soon as possible
Term Time Only
34 hours per week Monday – Friday 8.15am - 4.15pm (3.15pm Friday)
Salary: £17,772 pro rata Grade 13 (Actual Salary: £13,507)
Required as soon as possible, a suitably qualified person to:
 Manage, develop and promote the Library within our school
 Contribute to the quality of Teaching & Learning across the whole school through the provision
of an effective resource and information service for all students and staff
 Promote reading and the enjoyment of literature across the whole age range.
Chilton Trinity
 Is popular and highly respected within and beyond the local community
 Moved into a brand new state-of-the-art PFI building in November 2012 with fantastic facilities
across all areas of the curriculum
 Was judged by Ofsted (September 2014) to be a “Good” school across all four Ofsted
categories.
Chilton Trinity is an 11 – 16 Comprehensive school in Bridgwater, situated just 5 minutes from Junction
23 of the M5 and within easy reach of Bristol, Taunton and Exeter.
For more information and an application form please visit our website: www.chiltontrinity.co.uk.
All applications including application form and covering letter (addressed to the Headteacher, Miss
Lesley Greenway) must be submitted by 9.00am on Tuesday 18 April 2017. Completed applications
should be emailed to [email protected]
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect
all staff the share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS.
No agencies please
Frome College
EXAMINATIONS INVIGILATOR
Salary: £7.37 per hour + holiday pay allowance
Frome College are now seeking to appoint Examination Invigilators to provide efficient and effective
invigilation supporting the work of the Examinations Department by supervising candidates in both
internal and external examinations. Full training will be given.
Reporting to the Examinations Officer, Invigilator duties and responsibilities are as follows:
Duties and Responsibilities
 To assist with setting up examination venues (arranging tables, laying out stationery – (please
note – some stationery piles can be heavy), equipment and examination papers in accordance
with strict procedures
 To distribute and collect examination papers/scripts/materials from candidates
 To ensure that the Examination Room is conducive to examination conditions and minimise
distractions
 To supervise the entry and exit of candidates to and from the Examination Room
 To ensure that examinations begin and end on time as scheduled
 To be vigilant during the examination, in order to prevent any cheating or malpractices
 To report any malpractices or problems to the Examinations Officer
 To complete General Administrative duties as directed by the Examinations Officer
 To deal with emergency situations e.g. student illness, fire alarm etc.
 To deal sensitively with candidates who have special arrangements
 To be familiar with and adhere to the Instructions for the Conduct of Examinations issued by the
Joint Council for Qualifications
 To be available to work flexibly in ensuring that examination processes are completed at the
end of each examination
 Any other reasonable duties designated by the Principal or Exams Officer
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Hours required are flexible during the months of March, May, June & December, between Monday and
Friday from 8.30am until 3pm term time, and on occasion until 6pm (to fit the needs of examination
dates).
For full details of this position, together with the application process, please go to
www.fromecollege.org
Completed applications should be returned by post or by email to
[email protected]
If you are uncertain about whether to apply and would like further information, telephone Caroline
Cameron-Davis on 01373 469009 for an informal discussion.
Closing date for applications: 28th April 2017 (9am)
Interview date: to be confirmed
These posts all require a criminal background check via the Disclosure Procedure
Elmwood & Penrose Federation, Hamp Avenue, Bridgwater, Somerset TA6 6AW
FINANCE ASSISTANT
Permanent
Full time 37 hours, 39 weeks per year.
Grade 14 - Spine Point 13 -17 £8.55 - £9.21 per hour
Elmwood & Penrose Federation are seeking to appoint a motivated, organised and reliable Finance
Assistant, to join the existing office team. The successful candidate will ideally have a financial
background and experience of working with SIMS and FMS. The post will involve assisting with day-today finance and administrative duties under the direction of the Finance Officer.
They will need to be able to drive and have their own vehicle and be willing to move between different
sites. We are committed to offering our staff a high quality and extensive CPD.
There are two schools within the Federation, Penrose School which is a Primary phase special school
and Elmwood School which is a Secondary phase special school. Elmwood School has a separate
Post 16 centre. The three different sites are situated across Bridgwater.
Elmwood & Penrose Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
and young people. This appointment will be subject to enhanced DBS disclosure, Disclosure by
Association document, medical clearance, proof of the right to work in the UK and satisfactory
references.
Apply online at https://dasjobs.co.uk/job/finance-assistant-2/
To request an application pack or to arrange a visit to the federation, please contact
Mrs Sue Pring. Telephone: 01278 456243. Email: [email protected]
Closing date: Monday 24 April 2017
Shortlisting: Tuesday 25 April 2017
Interviews week beginning: Monday 1 May 2017
Tone Valley Partnership
PARENT AND FAMILIES SUPPORT ADVISOR
Are you enthusiastic and eager to make a difference? Can you find creative solutions to
problems?
We are looking for a committed and empathetic person to join our team of PFSAs to work with families
across our community learning partnership of 9 schools.
We have one secondary academy, Kingsmead in Wiveliscombe, and 9 primaries: Wiveliscombe,
Milverton, Cotford St Luke, Lydeard St Lawrence, Bishops Lydeard, Crowcombe & Stogumber, Oake
Bradford & Nynehead, All Saints C of E (Infants) School Dulverton, Dulverton Junior School.
The post holder will work from a base at Kingsmead School and will predominantly support schools and
families in the Wiveliscombe area (we have a PFSA based in Dulverton).
An encouraging and positive personality, flexible approach and excellent communication skills are
crucial for this post. You will be required to work alongside school staff across all schools in
supporting parents, families and children in a variety of ways and will be expected to develop links with
other agencies. Some proven experience in working with children and families is essential.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect
all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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In line with our commitment to safeguarding, successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS
check.
Start: September 2017, or sooner by agreement
Hours: Full Time, fixed term contract until Aug 2018 (in the first instance), paid on a Somerset
Grade 12 Point 22 – 26 £20,456 - £23,166
37 Hours per week. All year round. Holiday entitlement 27 Days
Closing date: Monday 24th April
Interviews:
Tuesday 2nd May
Application form and Job Description are available from the ‘Our School’ tab of the website for
Oake, Bradford & Nynehead CE Primary School:
https://slp5.somerset.org.uk/webs/obn/SitePages/Home.aspx or contact Nick Gilding, TVP
Chair, on 01823 461533.
Completed forms should be sent to [email protected]
Inspire Collaborate Excel
The Redstart Learning Partnership, Redstart Road, Chard TA20 1SD
Tel: 01460 67457 Email: [email protected]
The Redstart learning Partnership is a Multi Academy Trust of Primary Schools
based in Somerset. Our Trust has established an excellent reputation within its first
2 years and we are now embarking on our next phase of development. As a result
we are able to offer new positions to join our team of committed professionals. Our
organisation is people centred and can provide excellent career opportunities for the right candidates.
PREMISES MANAGER
Full time (37hrs) term time only plus 2 additional weeks
Grade 9 – Full time equivalent salary £32,486 - £36,379 (Actual salary is pro-rata)
As a member of our Trust’s senior leadership team you will be experienced in leading and managing
team members. Your diverse role will include project managing new build and renovation projects;
preparing detailed bids and grant applications for building projects; managing the day to day and
planned maintenance of all of our schools sites; maximising the efficient and effective use of our
premises budget and line managing our premises personnel. This is a permanent position and can be
based in either Chard or Taunton.
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
30hrs per week, term time only
Grade 11 – Full time equivalent salary £24,174 - £27,668 (Actual salary is pro-rata)
We are seeking to recruit a high calibre individual who will support our Trust Manager. To thrive in this
new and exciting role you will need excellent organisational and communication skills; to be flexible and
adaptable to meet the demands of the role; to work on your own initiative whilst working effectively
within a team. This high profile job will include networking with external agencies and representing the
Trust at numerous events. This is a permanent position based in Chard.
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
25hrs per week, term time only
Grade 15 – Full time equivalent salary £15,375 - £16,491 (Actual salary is pro-rata)
Supporting our Business Director and Premises Manager you will provide a range of administrative
duties. Our friendly, supportive team would welcome someone who is both a team player and able to
work on their own initiative. No experience of school settings is required but strong administrative skills
and a willingness to learn new skills are essential. This is a permanent position and can be based in
either Chard or Taunton.
Closing date:
Midnight 1st May 2017
Interview date:
Tuesday 9th May 2017 & Wednesday 10th May 2017
Visits to the Trust are warmly welcomed. Please contact Beth Souster on 01460 260260 for further
information or to arrange a visit. Application packs are available on our website.
http://www.theredstartlearningpartnership.co.uk
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St James Church School, Cranmer Rd, Taunton, TA1 1XU
Tel: 01823 272553
Head Teacher: Jason Eveleigh
LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT
15hrs per week, term time only. Fixed term for one year in the first instance
Rate of pay £15238 - £16191 per annum pro rata depending on skills and experience
We are looking to recruit a SEN Learning Support Assistant to work predominantly with a Key Stage 2
child who has specific educational needs. This is a fixed term post for one year in the first instance.
The successful candidate will:
 have (as a minimum) GCSE Maths and English Grade C, with good communication and ICT
skills.
 be a creative, effective Learning Support Assistant or have the desire to be one, a good team
player and a positive thinker who inspires children to learn and believes every child can
succeed.
 have experience of, or be willing to attend, a range of training.
 display a range of attributes including personal organisation, initiative, positivity, passion,
enthusiasm and a caring nature.
The person appointed would be expected to work collaboratively with the class teacher and SENCO
along with other members of staff and members of external agencies.
St James Church School is committed to Continued Professional Development. This post requires a
criminal background check via the disclosure procedure, and the successful completion of a medical
questionnaire.
Application Forms are available at the office or can be downloaded from our website:
www.stjamessch.co.uk (go to: About Us – Staff Vacancies and download the non-teaching
application form)
The school has a commitment to safeguard children, and has a culture of vigilance to support this. The
post holder will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and a health questionnaire before
taking up employment.
Visits from prospective candidates to the school are warmly welcomed. Please download an application
form and job description from our website www.stjamessch.co.uk
Completed application forms to be returned via email to [email protected]
Closing date: 4pm on Wednesday 26th April 2017
Interview date: Wednesday 3rd May 2017
Churchfield Church School
Burnham Road, Highbridge TA9 3JF
Tel: 01278 782743 www.churchfieldbwmat.org
CLEANER
Contract type: Permanent
Salary: Grade 17 - £14,514 per annum, pro rata
Start date: As soon as possible
Hours: 17.5 hours per week during school term time, 7.5 hours per week during school holidays
Churchfield Church School is looking to appoint a cleaner who is reliable and can provide high
standards to ensure a clean and healthy environment. The successful candidate will work as part of
the friendly and hard working cleaning team working across the main school and nursery during term
time and in the nursery only during school holidays.
There will also be an expectation that during holiday periods the successful candidate will be
responsible for setting the alarm and locking up.
The School is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to
share this commitment. All posts are subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.
For further details, please contact Mrs Tara Jones on 01278 782743.
To apply for this post, please complete an application form and return it to the school office or
by email to [email protected]
Closing date: Friday 21st April 2017
Interview Date: Week commencing 24th April 2017
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Church Road, Street, Somerset BA16 0AD
PASTORAL SUPPORT WORKER (Maternity Leave Contract)
Grade 12 (£20661pa- £23398pa pro rata)
Full time (37 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8.30am- 4.30pm, term time only), maternity leave
contract from 22 May 2017 until 21 December 2017 (or earlier depending on the return of the
post holder).
Closing date for this post: 12noon 18 April 2017. Interviews will be held on 21 April 2017.
HOUSE LEARNING COORDINATOR (2 posts)
Grade 13 (£12545pa- £14215pa pro rata)
Part time (31.25 hours per week, hours to be negotiated, term time only plus two days),
permanent contracts from 1 September 2017.
Closing date for these posts: 12noon 18 April 2017. Interviews will be held week commencing 24 April
2017.
To download an application pack please visit our website www.crispinschool.co.uk
Crispin School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
These posts require a criminal background check via the disclosure procedure. The successful
applicants will therefore be subject to an Enhanced DBS.
These posts are covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak
fluent spoken English is an essential requirement of the roles.
Taunton Deane/West Somerset Council
Growth & Development
POLICY OFFICER
18 month Fixed Term Contract
37 hours per week
Salary £28,203 per annum (including market factor)
Job Ref No: 9375/KL
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a town planner to join the Planning Policy Team at Taunton
Deane and West Somerset Councils. With recently adopted development plans for both Councils, we
are now turning our attention to the updating of key evidence base documents to inform future plan
review.
Taunton was recently designated as a Garden Town and this role will also include important work to
carry forward the ambitious proposals set out in our Garden Town Expression of Interest and the
Taunton Deane adopted Core Strategy.
The post will be predominantly based at Taunton Deane Borough Council’s offices but will require the
successful applicant to spend a proportion of their time at West Somerset Council’s offices in
Williton. This contract will run for 18 months from the time of employment.
For an informal discussion about this post please contact Nick Bryant, Planning Policy Manager, on
01823 356482.
Apply online at https://dasjobs.co.uk/job/policy-officer/ or telephone the recruitment hotline on
01984 635312 (24 hours)
Closing date: Monday 24 April 2017 at 5pm
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