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At OFG, we work smarter so you can spend more time doing what makes you happy! Are you an innovative Deputy Headteacher/Head of Educationcommitted to improving the lives of pupils and young people? We are looking for a Deputy Headteacher/Head of Education to join our new Options Autism School - Copper Fields School in Gunnislake, Cornwall. The school will have capacity for 60 pupils ages 4-16 years old and is due to open January 2025. We're recruiting for a Head of Education/Deputy Headteacher to help set up and grow our new school from September 2024.  Our New Options School will cater for pupils who have ASC and Complex Needs. Up to £55,000 per annum, depending on experience (not pro rata) Monday to FridayTerm Time onlyPermanent About the role To provide a high-quality education service for our students in accordance with Company policies, procedures and practices and the standards set by the Regulatory Body. To work with the Head Teacher, leadership team and other stakeholders to secure high standards throughout the school. Key Task Areas and Responsibilities To comply with good safeguarding procedures and principles as detailed by the local safeguarding boardTo participate in the process of assessment of referralsTo act as overall curriculum coordinator and manager across the schoolTo act as the lead teacher for the positive support of behaviour that may challengeTo work as a key member of the multi-disciplinary team which encompasses education, residential care and the clinical teamTo monitor progress and targets to ensure that each individual student can achieve planned outcomes Essential criteria Relevant experience of teaching pupils and young people with Autistic spectrum condition and/or challenging behavioursRelevant experience of teaching pupils and young people with complex needsExperience of managing staffManaging budgets effectively and ensuring cost efficiencyDegree and QTS Why join Options Autism? 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. Benefits Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including: Life AssurancePension 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 benefits100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroadCycle to Work SchemesElectric Car Purchase SchemeCritical 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

Ages 7 - 16 Social, emotional and mental health Full time September start A fantastic school we support is seeking to appoint a dedicated, passionate and empathetic education support worker to join their close-knit team. Our school provides high-quality, individualised and small group learning for up to 40 pupils aged 7-16. About the school: Based across 2 sites All students have an EHCP associated with learning and communication difficulties and autism. Holistic approach to education Students have individualised timetables and opportunity to engage in a range of enrichment opportunities Offer of an employee wellbeing programme to support you About the role: Provide outstanding support for students with additional needs, helping them to engage in their learning Work on a 1:1 basis where required to help support academic and personal progress Support the classroom teacher in the day-to-day running of the lessons and classroom Help students develop their emotional wellbeing and equip key life skills About you: Must have a genuine passion for making a positive difference to the lives of young people Able to remain calm and professional, especially when managing challenging behaviour Previous experience working with students with additional needs is preferable Must be able to drive and have access to your own vehicle due to working between two sites Good sense of humour Willing to be adaptable and flexible Working hours will be 8:45am - 4:45pm, Monday to Friday, term time only. Working with Long-term Teachers: We are an independent agency working with Nurseries, Primary, Secondary and Special Schools. LTT was founded with the aim of creating a genuine, transparent and straightforward service to help candidates secure their next role. We place a huge emphasis on delivering an exceptional service where you will be supported, listened to and valued throughout. Your dedicated consultant will invest time to understand your experience, skill-set and what your ideal role looks like. You will have frequent updates with your progress through compliance, applications for specific roles as well as receiving additional information on roles which we feel may be of interest to you. We are proud members of the REC and we have the highest standard of compliance. Working with us means you will get the very best support and guidance through the clearance process from your own specific point of contact from our in-house compliance team. In addition you will receive: Guarantee Pay Scheme opportunities Permanent job roles Support and advice during the clearance and onboarding process Working to Agency Workers Regulations Interview preparation, advice and support Statutory employment rights, such as; sick pay, holiday pay, maternity and paternity pay

Job Title: Educational Psychologist Location: Dorchester Contract Type: Temporary Salary: £550-£600 per day About Us: Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council, providing temporary, contract, and interim opportunities within the Council. Our values are ethical, trustworthy, and caring, with profits returned to our Local Authority shareholders. About the Role: The Educational Psychologist will apply psychology to improve outcomes for children and young people with SEND and help Dorset Council fulfil its statutory duties. The role involves partnering with parents, carers, and children, using person-centred planning, and collaborating with schools, colleagues, and agencies to enhance skills and early intervention. Day-to-Day Duties: Assist in maintaining and developing psychological services, especially for Education, Health, and Care Needs Assessments.Ensure positive outcomes for children, young people, and families.Enhance the skills and capacity of settings and colleagues.Ensure coordinated service delivery.Participate in development meetings and align practices with service policies.Attend and contribute to meetings by Family Partnership Zones and other Local Authority Directorates.Contribute to the in-service education of teachers.Engage in further training and professional development. Requirements and Qualifications: Qualifications: Post-graduate professional qualification appropriate for practice in the UK as an Educational Psychologist (or will have by start date). Knowledge and Skills: Understanding of children's rights and the SEND Code of Practice 0-25.Various assessment approaches and methods for developing social, emotional, and resiliency skills in children and young people.Psychological theories, evidence-based interventions for SEND, and national developments.Skills in empowering professionals and families, proactive psychology application, solution-focused problem-solving, and effective inclusion.Excellent interpersonal skills, time management, commitment to CPD, professional integrity, effective communication, and facilitation of joint working with Health and Social Care colleagues. Connect2Staff/Connect2Kent, part of Commercial Services Trading/Kent Ltd, is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business and positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.