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How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four? Our colleagues' wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we're always looking for new ways to improve everyone's work/life balance. We're taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent). If the trial is a success, we'll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group so there's never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG! Job title: Teaching Assistant Location: Wetheringsett Manor, Suffolk Salary: £19,233.75 per annum Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday 08:15 to 15:45 Contract: Permanent, Term Time only UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship. Due to growth in service, we are looking for Teaching Assistants to join our team at Wetheringsett Manor School. Someone who is motivated by helping others, patient and resilient would be perfect for this role. Wetheringsett Manor is also part of the 4-day working week trial which will be continuing next academic year. This means that staff work 80% of their time but get 100% of their salary, this is not a contractual change, but something designed to promote staff wellbeing. About the Role As a Teaching Assistant, you will be responsible for safeguarding the young people and making sure they are healthy, safe and as comfortable as possible. You will assist in their learning by offering companionship and support, whilst ensuring their physical, mental and emotional needs are met. You will be required to prepare learning materials under the supervision of the teachers and to participate in learning activities. The Teaching Assistant will also be required to liaise with parents and staff with regards to the wellbeing of the young people. This role involves working with young people who have complex behaviour associated with their learning needs. You will be trained to deescalate these situations and put in place pro-active strategies to avoid similar situations in future. Key responsibilities Provide a safe, caring and healthy environment where the pupils can thrive and develop their independence. Promote and celebrate diversity. Safeguard all pupils and support them with their individual and personal needs. Support and facilitate the learning of students. To follow school policy and procedures for recording and reporting. About the School Wetheringsett Manor School is a new independent day SEMH School for up to 42 pupils aged 11-18. Our dedicated team work together to ensure successful outcomes for pupils who often arrive at the school with a troubled view of education and life. Wetheringsett Manor School has gone through significant refurbishment and is based in Suffolk, East Anglia and opened to pupils in November 2020. The Manor House is located in 17 acres of parkland with wooded boundaries and sits on the edge of the village of Wetheringsett. The accommodation also provides several other buildings including a converted stable block, a cottage and two industrial units. We pride ourselves in steering pupils in the right direction, nurturing aspiration to progress them both academically and socially to encourage them to take pride in their achievements. Socially, we build con?dence in our students, so they are able to have a greater understanding of the wider community in which they live. We are part of Acorn Education and can promise you plenty of challenges, and a rich variety of opportunities to develop your career. We welcome staff who share our commitment to help pupils experience better days and better lives. Through ongoing development and training, we ensure our staff are well prepared for their jobs and given every opportunity to extend their skills. Why join Acorn Education? Benefits Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you'll get an exceptional reward package including: Life Assurance Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions "Your Wellbeing Matters" access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that's right for you, including: A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits 100's of discount options valid in the UK and abroad Cycle to Work Schemes Electric Car Purchase Scheme Critical illness cover And that's not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you'll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. You'll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. #1
School Catering Assistant Required in Barnsley Days: Monday to Friday Hours: 10:00am - 2:00pm (hours may vary) Are you an experienced Catering Assistant looking for your next challenge? The Supply Register are proud to be working as a managed provider on behalf of Wellsprings Trust. We are recruiting for this exclusive role and are looking for an experienced, passionate and friendly individual who has experience of working in a catering or busy kitchen environment. This school are looking for somebody who has a can do attitude and will work enthusiastically to provide exceptional, wholesome and delicious meals to every child. Responsibilities: Support with food preparation, serving, washing up and cleaning. Work to the highest standards of food safety and follow HSE requirements. Ensure food is prepared with regard and attention to special dietary requirements and allergies. Support the cook with recipe costing, stock control and record keeping. Use excellent communication skills to work alongside and collaborate with other colleagues in the kitchen and build rapport with pupils and the school team. Perfom other reasonable duties as requested by the Catering Operations Manager. What we are looking for: Experience of working in a catering/ busy kitchen environment and complying with health and safety standards. Experience working as part of a team and using your own initiative. Effective customer service skills and being able to work to high standards. Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills. Willingness to undertake training and professional development. What we can offer in return: Weekly pay on a Friday. First come first serve to any work/days that the schools need. The opportunity for long term or permanent work. Flexibility to choose what days you would like to work each week. Direct access to your local partnership manager. Regular and consistent work in your chosen schools. Requirements: To have or be willing to obtain a DBS certificate on the update service. Provide a minimum of two references to cover the last 24 months of employment. Right to work in the UK.