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Vacancy
Bulletin
Th u rs d ay 1 6 t h Oct o b e r 2 0 1 4
We value equality because quality
services need the best people from the whole community.
www.luton.gov.uk/jobs
The bulletin now includes
Education and LBC vacancies
The Council is committed to an Equal Opportunities Policy in Employment and welcomes applications from all
sections of the community including ethnic minority groups and disabled persons.
It is the aim of the Council to recruit the most suitable candidate for a post solely on the basis of their skills,
experience and knowledge in relation to the requirements of the post. As long as an individual meets the required
criteria for the post, no person seeking employment with the Council will be treated less favourably than any other
person or group because of their:
• Ethnic origin
• Marital status
• Religion
• Disability
• Gender
• Age
•
Sexual orientation
To apply online visit www.luton.gov.uk/jobs
Benefits: We offer excellent holiday entitlement,
Local Government final salary pension scheme,
discounts on a huge range of goods and services
and flexible working arrangements that includes a
flexi leave scheme, homeworking and maternity and
paternity benefits.
Some full time posts are available for job share.
Our employees are our greatest asset and we are
committed to their training and development.
How to apply: So if you would like to join a
great organisation where you can make a difference
to the town of Luton please visit our website
www.luton.gov.uk/jobs or e-mail: jobs@luton.gov.uk
or phone (01582) 546621.
Please refer to individual school adverts for details on
how to apply for school-based roles.
We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for
Council roles. Candidates with a disability, who
are judged to meet the essential criteria, will be
guaranteed an interview. This does not apply for roles
based in schools.
CVs will not be accepted for any posts based
in schools.
The school is committed to safeguarding and
promoting the welfare of children and expects
all staff to share this commitment.
Applicants must be willing to undergo child
protection screening appropriate to the post,
including checks with past employers and the
Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS).
www.luton.gov.uk/jobs
Teaching Vacancies
Ferrars Junior School
Ferrars Junior School, Lewsey Road, Luton, LU4 0ES
Part Time Class Teacher
MPS / UPS
0.6 FTE
Vacancy ID: 102043
We are looking for a KS2 teacher who:
•Is an excellent Primary practitioner
•Is enthusiastic and passionate about teaching
•Has high expectations of themselves and their pupils
•Has the ability to inspire others
•Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills
•Is a good team player
This is a part time post (0.6 FTE) 3 days per week.
For further details and to collect an application form please contact
Mrs McDade at the school address, telephone 01582574933 or
email fjsadmin@lbc.luton.sch.uk
Closing Date: 10 November 2014
Interview Date: w/c 17 November 2014
Hart Hill Nursery School and Children’s Centre
Whitecroft Road, Luton, LU2 0JS
Class Teacher
MPS / UPS
Fixed term post to cover maternity leave
Vacancy ID: 102006
Teacher of KS2/3/4 – English /
Literacy and SEN
MPS / UPS
Part time post
We are also seeking to recruit a Teacher who is able to teach a largely primary
curriculum to a group of children with significant learning difficulties, including
visual and physical disabilities as well as deliver literacy and Asdan programmes to
students in KS3 & 4. The successful candidate will be committed to inclusion and
will be flexible in responding to changes to curricular needs. Putteridge High School
is a happy and settled school and the successful candidate will join a supportive
and highly committed team. The post is full time but part time, 4 days per week is
negotiable and will be suitable for a primary or secondary trained teacher.
Closing date: 20.10.2014
Interview date: w/c 20.10.2014
TEFL Qualified Teaching Assistant
£14,167 - £15,851 p.a
Vacancy ID: 102003
32.5 hours per week, term time plus 5 training days
To start as soon as possible
We require a TEFL qualified teaching assistant to be responsible for supporting students
who have English as an additional language, as well as working with students with
a wide range of special educational needs to ensure access to a broad and balanced
curriculum. The successful candidate will be prepared to take extra-curricular activities
to support students and be flexible in responding to the changing needs of the students.
Applicants will be highly organised, enjoy working with young people of all nationalities,
have a good rapport with students, staff and parent/carers and will be firm but fair.
Closing Date: 20 October 2014
Interview Date: w/c 20 October 2014
•Do you have qualified teacher status (QTS)?
•Are you committed to active learning through play?
•Do you respect individuality in an inclusive setting?
The Governors are seeking to appoint a Teacher for one year to start in December 2014.
We are looking for an outstanding Teacher who is passionate and motivated about
making a real difference to our pupil’s lives.
The post holder will lead and manage a Nursery Class of 39 Full Time equivalent
children aged 3- 4 years and will be joining a supportive friendly team of Early Years
Educators.
Hart Hill Nursery School and Children’s Centre is an inclusive local authority maintained
nursery school. We require an enthusiastic qualified teacher with some experience
of working in the Early Years who would like to work in a culturally diverse inclusive
environment.
If you think you may be interested in this post you are welcome
to visit the school, please call the office on 01582 731701 or
Email:admin@harthill.nurseryluton.com to arrange an appointment.
N.Q.T.’S welcome to apply
To apply for this role, visit www.luton.gov.uk/jobs
Senior Science Technician
Closing Date: 31 October 2014
Shortlisting Date: 3 November 2014
Interview Date: 7 November 2014
Closing Date: 24 October 2014
Interview Date: w/c 3 November 2014
Putteridge High School
Putteridge Road, Luton, LU2 8HT
Headteacher: Helen Beauchamp
Putteridge High School is situated in a quiet area on the outskirts of Luton, adjoining
beautiful countryside on the Bedfordshire/Hertfordshire border.
‘Putteridge High School is a good school’, Ofsted Feb 2013
Teacher of Science
MPS / UPS
Vacancy ID: 102002
Part time post
To start January 2015 or earlier if possible
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated teacher of Science to join a
supportive and highly committed department. The post is part-time, 3 days per week
and will be suitable for an experienced or newly qualified teacher who is able to teach
Science from KS3 to KS4.
Closing Date: 20 October 2014
Interview Date: w/c 20 October 2014
Vacancy ID: 102007
£15,734 - £17,614 p.a
37 hours per week, term time only
Temporary position
Vacancy ID: 102004
Start date negotiable, some handover will be required.
We require a temporary science technician to cover while our colleague is recovering
from an operation. The role of the science technician is to support the Science
Department to facilitate excellent teaching and learning.
This includes ordering, making up and setting out of materials and equipment and
displays around the school. Assisting staff and students during lessons and ensuring a
safe and clean working environment where the correct Health & Safety procedures are
followed. Contribute to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare of students.
Experience in a relevant role is essential.
Please contact the school for more details regarding the above posts
on 01582 415791.
An application form and information pack can also be obtained online at:
www.putteridgehigh.org
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St Christopher’s Academy
Gorham Way, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU5 4NJ
Class Teacher
MPS / UPS
0.6 FTE
Vacancy ID: 102031
St Christophers Academy is looking to appoint a part time Year 2 teacher to job share
from January 2015.
We are looking for people who:
•Are committed
•Have enthusiasm
•Are resilient
•Have the ability to use their own initiative
•Who like to innovate
•Have a passion for learning
•Like children
We will provide you with:
•A friendly and supportive atmosphere
•Outstanding behaviour
•Quality CPD and career progression
•Privilege days
•A professional and dedicated team of colleagues
•Supportive parents and carers
Applications welcome for a full time position.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and strongly encouraged and can be arranged
by calling the school on 01582 500960.
An application pack is available from the school office either by telephone
01582 500960 or by email: vacancies@stchristophersacademy.org
Closing Date: 17 October 2014 at 12 noon
Interview Date: 22 October 2014
St Josephs Catholic Junior School
Gardenia Avenue, Luton, LU3 2NS
Head teacher: Mrs. J. A. Lee
Teacher with TLR Leadership Role
MPS / UPS Plus TLR 2b
Vacancy ID: 101997
Required for January 2015
Pupils have outstanding attitudes to learning. Their behaviour ius exemplary and
pupils are extremely proud of their school. Mutual respect pervades all aspects of
school life. OfSTED June 2013
A Statutory Notice regarding the proposed merger of St. Joseph’s Infant and Junior
Schools is available on the school website. The Council’s Executive Committee
will make the final decision on 20 October 2014, as to whether the Schools will
amalgamate from 01 January 2015.
The Governors of this friendly and successful school invite applications for a teacher
with a strategic TLR leadership role.
We are looking for someone who:
•Will be dedicated to supporting the aims and ethos of our successful
Catholic school
•Is an enthusiastic and good to outstanding classroom practitioner with a clear vision
and commitment to achieving high standards and attainment for all pupils
•Is willing to undertake or has experience of additional leadership responsibilities
•Is committed to developing the full potential of all groups of pupils school wide
•Enjoys working as part of a team and is able to communicate effectively with pupils,
staff, parents, governors, the parish and wider community.
We can offer:
•A strong Catholic school community with a friendly staff
•A highly supportive leadership team, committed to raising standards in a welcoming
environment
•A school with a clear vision for its future as a Primary School
•Positive, happy children who enjoy learning
•Excellent home, school and parish links
•A well resourced school and stimulating learning environment
•A commitment to your professional development.
A visit to the school is encouraged to fully appreciate what the school can offer to the
right candidate. For an application pack please contact Mrs A. Board at the school on
01582 572964 or email admin@stjosephs.juniorluton.co.uk
Successful applicants for interview will be contacted by telephone in the first
instance on Monday 20 October 2014
Closing Date: 17 October 2014 at 12noon
Interview Date: w/c 20 October 2014
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School Support Vacancies
Bushmead Primary School
Bushmead Road, Luton, LU2 7EU
High Quality Support Staff needed at Chantry Primary Academy
Teaching Assistant (1)
£15,189 – 16,215 p.a pro rata
Hours are negotiable, term time only
Vacancy ID: 102032
Bushmead Primary School is seeking to recruit some additional Teaching Assistants
in Foundation Stage, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2. The posts may involve supporting
teaching and learning in a class situation or supporting a child with Special
Educational Needs. Hours of work will be agreed with successful applicants but will
need to meet the requirements of the school. Applicants should have the ability to
build good relationships with both adults and children. A minimum of NVQ Level 2
qualification or equivalent is desirable.
Please indicate your preference for which stage you prefer working in, if you have one.
Additional employment as a Midday Supervisor may also be available.
We can offer
•A friendly and supportive team
•Lively, well-motivated children
•Dedicated hard working staff who are committed to raising standards.
Visits to the school are welcomed by appointment. Please contact Mrs Debra Giles,
School Business Manager, on 01582 725387 to arrange a convenient time.
To apply for this role, visit www.luton.gov.uk/jobs
Closing Date: 31 October 2014
Interview Date: TBA
Challney High School for Girls
Addington Way, Luton, Beds, LU4 9FJ
Learning Mentor
£18,231 - £20,512 p.a.
Vacancy ID: 102010
37 hours per week, term-time plus 5 Inset days
Challney High School for Girls is a successful and an inclusive school with outstanding
facilities, friendly staff and a highly supportive environment.
We are looking to appoint a Learning Mentor to provide a complementary service to
the work of teachers and pastoral staff, to support pupils in overcoming barriers to
individual learning in and outside school and to assist in raising the attainment and
aspirations of under-achieving pupils.
You will need to be able to work as a member of team in a range of tasks: including
identifying and setting targets for under-achieving pupils; tracking their performance;
assisting with study support where appropriate; advising and interacting positively
and professionally with teenagers; linking with families, the community and outside
agencies; and effectively monitoring and reporting on progress made.
Application forms and further details are available from the school or can
be downloaded from our website www.challneygirls.luton.sch.uk Electronic
applications should be returned to ssmith@challneygirls.luton.sch.uk or
you can post your application form and letter to Mrs S Smith at the school
address. CVs are not acceptable.
Closing Date: 24 October 2014 at 09:00am
Interview Date: w/c 3 November 2014
Chantry Primary Academy
Tomlinson Avenue, Luton, LU4 0QP
Chantry Primary Academy has an outstanding reputation within our local community,
supporting children to achieve excellent outcomes. Ofsted have judged Chantry to be
a good school, stating ‘The school promotes pupils’ spiritual, moral, social and cultural
development extremely well through the teaching of its values such as harmony,
tolerance and respect.’ Can you help us to make the difference?
Care Club Assistant
£3,248 - £3,373 p.a.
11.5 hours per week, term-time only
Vacancy ID: 102036
Due to the popularity of our Breakfast and After School Clubs we are looking to
appoint an additional Care Club Assistant. You will provide support to pupils of
all ages at the end of the school day. You will be enthusiastic and committed to
providing high quality care to children. We are a warm and friendly school with high
standards of behaviour.
Previous experience in Before/After School Care Club desirable but not essential.
Wraparound Care Assistant
£1,725 - £1,842 p.a
5 hours per week, term time only
Vacancy ID: 102039
To support the children attending our wraparound care at lunchtimes we require a
Wraparound Care Assistant to help with the transition of pupils during the lunchtime
period. You will supervise the children while they have their lunch and ensure a
smooth transition in and out of wraparound care.
Come and be a part of the Chantry Team!
For further details and an application form please contact
Fiona Constant at the school address, telephone 01582 706500 ext 245 or
email hradmin@chantryprimaryacademy.com
Closing Date for both roles: 24 October 2014 at 09:00am
Interview Date: w/c 03 November 2014
William Austin Infant and Junior School
Culverhouse Road, Luton LU3 1PZ (Infant School)
Austin Road, Luton, LU3 1UA (Junior School)
Assistant Site Agent
£15,189 - £16,215 p.a.
37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
Vacancy ID: 101995
Required as soon as possible, to support our Premises Manager. We are looking for a
dependable, dynamic person who will be fully committed to our two schools and have
basic skills in repair/maintenance/DIY.
The person we appoint must be hard working, friendly and prepared to use their own
initiative. They will also be able to complete tasks without supervision, pay attention
to detail and have the ability to help maintain and develop our school environment.
Duties will include
•General maintenance
•Security of premises
•Maintaining high standards of cleanliness
There will be occasional evening and weekend lettings for which overtime payments
can be claimed.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed, and you can also visit our websites for further
details about our schools at www.william-austin.com. & www.williamaustininfants.co.uk
Please telephone the Infant School office on 01582 595198 to arrange a visit.
To apply for this role, visit www.luton.gov.uk/jobs Application packs can also
be collected from the Infant school office. If you would like a pack sent by
post please send a large stamped self-addressed envelope with 93p stamps
(large letter, first class) to the Infant School Office
Closing Date: 23 October 2014 at 12noon
Interview Date: 6 November 2014
www.luton.gov.uk/jobs
Council Vacancy
Handy Person
Contracts and Quality Officer
£29,528 - £31,160 p.a.
Vacancy ID: 102029
Permanent – Full Time – 37 hours per week
You’ll be required to procure, maintain and improve in-house and purchased
service performance by agreeing contracts with clear outcomes and monitoring and
reviewing against published contract standards to ensure quality services in line with
commissioning intentions.
The ideal candidate will have experience of working with vulnerable groups. & experience
of reviewing and monitoring service delivery in a social care or supported housing
environment. You’ll have understanding of Care Quality Commission standards for
regulated services, understanding of housing and adult social care legislation and policies
& understanding of Procurement processes and procedures. In addition you will have
a relevant social care qualification or relevant experience. You’ll be required to travel
through the Borough & to work some evenings and weekends.
Closing Date: 2 November 2014
Short Breaks Worker
£18,638 - £20,400 p.a.
Permanent Part Time 24 Hours Per Week
Vacancy ID: 102042
You will work as part of a team providing short breaks for children and young people
with additional needs and to work with these young people across all aspects of the
Service and within the community when required, which includes clubs, day care,
parenting support and a residential component. You will work in partnership with all
significant others associated with young people and their families
Closing Date: 28 October 2014
Short Breaks Worker - Nights
£15,189 – £15,882 p.a. pro rata
Vacancy ID: 102041
Permanent – Part Time – 13.87 Hours Per Week
You will be under the direction of the Team Leaders and on call management support,
organise, plan and take responsibility for the care and safeguarding of the young
people and security and cleanliness of the Short Breaks Hub during the night, ensuring
the provision of high quality, cost effective short break care for children & young
people with learning, physical disabilities and challenging behaviour.
The ideal candidate will have relevant experience in a residential care or similar
setting. You’ll be required to understand the care plan and implement and contribute
to assessing and reviewing. You’ll also be required to have awareness of the key
principles of the Children Act. You will need to have obtained a NVQ3 Caring for
Children qualification.
You will be required to work at night either between 9.45 pm till 7 am or 10.45 pm till
8.00 am including evening, weekends and some bank holidays.
Closing Date: 28 October 2014
£13,321 - £14,880 p.a. Vacancy ID: 102040
plus supplement to bring pay in line with the Living Wage,
which is currently £14,759 per annum, or £7.65 per hour
Fixed Term 2 Year Contract Part Time 10 Hours Per Week
You will undertake a variety of repair/maintenance tasks to enable the clients to live
as independently as possible and to ensure the Home complies with Health and Safety
regulations
You will have some knowledge of Health and Safety issues relating to maintenance /
cleaning duties
Closing Date: 28 October 2014
Please Apply Online at www.luton.gov.uk/jobs
Or call the HR Services Team on 01582 54 6621 for any queries.