Jobs in Preston | December 2024 Opportunities

At OFG, we work smarter so you can spend more time doing what makes you happy! 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). 4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff, and within the next year - so there's never been a more exciting time to join us ! : 1:1 Alternative Provision Instructor/ Support Worker Location: Belmont Secondary School, Rawtenstall Salary: £20,906.25 per annum Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Contract: Fixed Term - 12 Months Contract, Term Time only UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship. All applications must be completed IN FULL As part of our continued growth, we now have a fantastic opportunity for a 1:1 Alternative Provision Instructor/ Support Worker to join our close-knit team at Belmont Secondary School located in Rawtenstall. About the role Under the direction of the Head Teacher, SENCo and Alternative Provision Lead, carry out the professional duties of a 1:1 Instructor by supporting the designated pupil in educational activities with outside agencies and Coordinating and implementing other activities and lessons as applicable to raise attainment for the pupil with specific barriers to learning, raising attainment to ensure the pupil makes the required progress. Primary Responsibilities: In partnership with the Alternative Provision Lead ensure the provision of an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum that is appropriate for the pupil you are supporting that meets his needs and interests. To contribute to raising the standards and attainment for the individual pupil you support whilst providing appropriate activities to promote a positive confidence in pupil's own ability. To facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides the student you support with the opportunity to achieve their full potential. Work with the pupil you support on a 1:1basis to improve their numeracy and literacy skills, and complete the relevant assessments to show the relevant progress being made. Help deliver the entry level, functional skills, AQA unit awards scheme and GCSE courses offered at the school and assist with ensuring all applicable paperwork is completed, liaise with exams officer to ensure the pupil you support is entered for examinations under direction of the teaching staff or SMT/SLT. Assist with departmental data assessment entry and progression tracking and use this data to identify pupil needs and where targeted support is most needed. Liaise with relevant staff and/or SMT/SLT to help facilitate learning through assisting with procurement of resources, planning and implementation of lessons and assist with work scrutiny and marking for the pupil you are supporting. Ensure the provisions used hold the relevant health and safety procedures in place, all the relevant risk assessments are completed and the procedures and implementation of learning is up to date with latest curriculum developments and best pedagogical practice. Comply with all wider school policies relating to safeguarding of pupils and professional conduct. In the absence of the student you will be required to attend the school and support in the relevant areas required. This role will be predominantly as a Support Worker but could include other roles such as admin or pastoral support. To work closely with the Alternative Provision Lead and Assistant Head Teacher to ensure all the relevant checks and risk assessments are completed for all Educational Visits involving the pupil you support. To play a proactive part in ensuring that all activities in place are relevant and suited to the pupils needs. To view the , please click here Qualifications Ideally Grade C/4 or above in English and Maths About the School Belmont Secondary is an independent, specialist day school for boys 11 to 18, catering for pupils with a wide range of needs. 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. 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 confidence in our students, so they are able to have a greater understanding of the wider community in which they live. This opportunity is within commutable distance of Rawtenstall, Bury, Burnley and surrounding areas. We are part of Acorn Education and can promise you plenty of challenges, and a rich variety of opportunities to develop your career. Acorn Education is the UK's leading independent provider of specialist education for vulnerable pupils and young people. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care. We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the fifth year running. 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 Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support. 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.

Our people are what make our family great. We see childcare as a profession, not just a job. So whatever level you are at in your childcare career, we'll always encourage you to take on new opportunities and challenges - we want our teams to be the best! Whilst all our settings are different, they all share the same values and ethos; working together to inspire your world. Children are at the heart of everything we do, so we are looking for individuals to roll up their sleeves and get stuck in. From a princess one day to astronaut the next, no two days are ever the same! We are currently looking for an Early Years Educator at Kids Planet Clifton Lodge. Why become an Early Years Educator with Kids Planet Clifton Lodge? Outstanding Ofsted nursery setting. Beach and forest schools. Good onsite parking. Proud to have achieved Great Place to Work Certification 2024/2025. What's in it for you? Free breakfast, lunches and healthy snacks including fresh fruit. Accredited training with the KP Academy. Enhanced Maternity, Paternity Fertility and Adoption leave. Regular staff rewards. Team appreciation events. Long service awards. Dedicated wellbeing package. Highly discounted childcare. A day off for your birthday. An Early Years Educator at Kids Planet Clifton Lodge gets: Competitive salary. Pension plan. Annual leave including bank holidays. Monday to Friday. What an Early Years Educator needs: Must be at least Level 2 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification. Excellent understanding of EYFS. Extensive knowledge of safeguarding. We ensure that our pay rates remain competitive and will apply as follows: Qualified Early Years Educator - Level 2 - Under 18 - £6.63 per hour Qualified Early Years Educator - Level 2 - Under 21 - £8.87 per hour Qualified Early Years Educator - Level 2 - Over 21 - £11.77 per hour Qualified Early Years Educator - Level 3 - All age ranges - £11.87 per hour Like the sound of joining our family? Apply today to be an Early Years Educator with Kids Planet Clifton Lodge! We are unable to offer any kind of visa sponsorship for this role. We embrace everyone. Our goal is to create a truly inclusive culture and diverse workforce. We break down barriers so you can be your authentic self-and flourish! Please note, if you are successful in this role, background checks including online searches may be completed. This is keeping in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education policies.