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The page(s) below show all of the vacancies currently available within the Council.  For each post you can apply online using the link provided, alternatively you can download an application form and return it to us.

We are committed to Equal Opportunities.  Workplace nursery facilities are provided subject to availability.  We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

It is not possible for us to reply to each individual application and if we have not responded to you application within four weeks of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.  If you would like to contact us for feedback on your application you can contact us on 01642 526992.

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Academies Link directly to vacancy: HK0211 Hummersknott Academy Trust

Clerk To Governors/Directors

20 hours per week
Salary: £10,440 - £11,957 actual pro rata salary
Post Ref Number: HK0211
Number of Posts: 1

HUMMERSKNOTT ACADEMY TRUST
Edinburgh Drive
Darlington
DL3 8AR
Telephone:01325 241191
E-mail: jobapplications@hummersknott.org.uk
www.hummersknott.org.uk

Executive Principal: Mr P N Howarth

Term time only + 5 days

The Trust is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced person to provide administrative support to the Governors and Directors of the Academy Trust. The main duties and responsibilities include providing procedural advice, attendance at all Trust, governing body and committee meetings, preparation of agenda, minute taking, distribution of information, maintaining files and records of correspondence and documents in line with the Memorandum and Articles of Association. As such, maintaining an up to date knowledge of the relevant legislation will be an essential requirement of the post. The successful applicant must be computer literate, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Please note that as the majority of meetings are held in the evenings and at multiple sites you will need to adopt a flexible approach to your working hours.

Application forms and further details are available to download from the Academy website – Academy website

Hummersknott Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Scheme check.

This vacancy closes at 1.30 p.m.


Closing Date: 22/05/2013

Academies Link directly to vacancy: HK0180 Hummersknott Academy Trust

PA To Executive Principal/SLT

Full time
Salary: £17,661 - £19,315 actual pro rata salary
Post Ref Number: HK0180
Number of Posts: 1

HUMMERSKNOTT ACADEMY TRUST
Edinburgh Drive
Darlington
DL3 8AR
Telephone: 01325 241191
E-mail: jobapplications@hummersknott.org.uk
www.hummersknott.org.uk

Executive Principal: Mr P N Howarth

Term time only + 5 days

Hummersknott Academy is seeking to employ a forward thinking and committed Personal Assistant to support the Executive Principal and Senior Leadership Team.

The successful candidate will:
• Have the ability to work to tight deadlines
• Have the ability to work with changing priorities
• Be ICT competent (Microsoft packages)
• Have strong organisational and time keeping skills
• Have prior experience of organising and managing a busy workload
• Have experience of working with children or young people (desirable)
• Maths and English at grade 'C' or above

This post requires excellent communication and organisational skills with a high level of efficiency.

Application forms and further details are available to download from the Academy website – Academy website

Hummersknott Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Scheme check.

This vacancy closes at 1.30 p.m.


Closing Date: 22/05/2013

Academies Link directly to vacancy: CV0028 St Augustine's RC Primary School

Administration Assistant

22 Hours/3 days per week
Salary:
Post Ref Number: CV0028
Number of Posts: 1

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle in partnership with
Carmel Education Trust

ST AUGUSTINE’S RC PRIMARY SCHOOL
Beechwood Avenue, Darlington DL3 7HP
Tel: 01325 380819
Email: admin@staugustines.darlington.sch.uk

Term Time Only + 5 days
Required for July 2013

The governing body is seeking to appoint a professional, confident and efficient person to work as part of our school team, providing clerical administrative and financial support to the school.

The successful applicant will have excellent communication skills, the ability to work flexibly and a clear understanding of the sometimes sensitive and confidential nature of their role.

They will be working under the supervision of the School Business Manager and senior staff.

Application packs are available on request from the School. All completed application packs must be returned directly to the School at the above address marked for the attention of Mrs M McCollom, Head of School.

Carmel Education Trust and the Diocese are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and vulnerable adults and the Head of School must ensure that the highest priority is given to following the guidance and regulations to safeguard them. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an Enhanced check for Regulated Activity from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

This vacancy closes at 4.00 p.m

Interviews: Week commencing 3 June 2013
Closing Date: 22/05/2013

Academies Link directly to vacancy: RS0058 Reid Street Primary School

Class Teacher - Year 1

Full time
Salary: Main Pay Scale
Post Ref Number: RS0058
Number of Posts: 1

Reid Street Primary School
An Independent Academy Serving Darlington Families
Reid Street
Darlington
DL3 6EX
Tel : 01325 251006

Principal : Mr Paul Rhatigan

Temporary 1 Year Contract
From 1 September 2013 - 31 August 2014

Governors are seeking to appoint a suitably qualified teacher to join our friendly, enthusiastic, Year 1 team comprising two full time teachers and two part time teaching assistants. Applications from NQTs are encouraged. We value our staff and nurture the development of effective NQTs through our supportive induction arrangements. Reid Street is a two-form entry school and converted to an academy two years ago. Reid Street recognises the same terms and conditions for employees that apply to LA schools and all teachers are employed in accordance with the prevailing STPCD – School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document. Applicants are required to include a supporting statement outlining their areas of curricular strengths.

Prospective applicants are warmly invited to contact the school to arrange a visit.
For an informal discussion please contact the Principal through the school office Tel: 01325 251006.

Further details and an application form can be downloaded below. This should either be completed electronically and e-mailed directly to the school – admin@reidstreet.darlington.sch.uk or printed off and returned through the post to the school.


Closing Date: 20/05/2013 - Closes at Noon

Academies Link directly to vacancy: BR0023 BRandH Academy Limited

Reception/Key Stage One Teacher

Full time
Salary: Main Pay Scale/UPS3
Post Ref Number: BR0023
Number of Posts: 1

Federation of Bishopton Redmarshall and Heighington CE primary Schools.
Hopelands
Heighington
Darlington
Telephone: 01325 300326

Headteacher: Mr M.N.Parker

Required for the Autumn Term 2013

The Governors wish to appoint a primary teacher to join this very successful Academy.

Ideal candidates should possess initiative, sensitivity and be effective team members who have a passion for teaching and learning.

The expectation is that the teacher would work in either Reception class or Key Stage 1 teaching a class of Year 1 and Year 2 children and will possibly have a responsibility for English. Information about additional experience and expertise would be welcomed.

Interested teachers are invited to include in their application evidence of a passion and commitment to achieving the highest standards in teaching and learning. Information about additional experience and expertise would be welcomed.

This is an exciting opportunity for a teacher to gain experience in a high performing school that believes it can continue to develop and evolve.

Applications forms and further details are available from the school website click here (documents tab) or from Mrs J Pearson, School Business Manager at the above address or via email jpearson@brandh.darlington.sch.uk

All completed application forms should be returned directly to the school at the above address, marked for the attention of the Head Teacher.

Interviews will be held on Friday 24th May 2013
Closing Date: 22/05/2013

Academies Link directly to vacancy: MF0024/MF0065 The Federation of Mowden Schools (Academy Trust)

Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Full time
Salary: Grade L (£17,610.54 - £19,314.06)
Post Ref Number: MF0024/MF0065
Number of Posts: 2

The Federation of Mowden Schools (Academy Trust)
Conyers Avenue
Darlington
DL3 9DE
Telephone: 01325 380820
Email: business@mowdenfederation.darlington.sch.uk

Head Teacher: Mr B Watkinson

Term Time Only (46.8 weeks)
To commence 1st September 2013

Our schools are growing! We are seeking to recruit a number of excellent Teaching Assistants to join our expanding team. Opportunities exist for suitably qualified Level 2 Teaching Assistants across the Federation.

The Federation of Mowden Schools, two schools sharing one vision, was judged at least ‘Good’ in all areas by Ofsted in June 2012. Come and join us on our journey to Outstanding!

We can offer:
• happy and enthusiastic children
• support from a team committed to excellence with high expectations
• strong home-school links
• a committed leadership team, dedicated staff and supportive governing body
• induction and ongoing professional development

We are looking for someone who:
• aims for excellence at all times
• has a passion to make a difference to the lives of our children
• is a good communicator with an ability to inspire and motivate
• is enthusiastic, hardworking and enjoys working as part of a team
• has a sense of humour

Applicants are required to include a supporting statement outlining their curriculum strengths and experience. Prospective applicants are warmly invited to visit the school by appointment.

An electronic application form is provided below; please contact the school office if you require a paper version. All applications should be returned to the above address for the attention of Mr B Watkinson.

Interviews: Week commencing 10 June 2013

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The school rigorously follows safeguarding procedures for recruitment. The offer of a post will be conditional upon a successful DBS clearance (certificate of disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service), satisfactory references and pre-employment checks.

Closing Date: 04/06/2013

People Link directly to vacancy: D12446

Youth Worker

Full time
Salary: Youth 4/Youth 4 WIT. Point 11-14 if at NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) (£17,697 - £19,636/£23,485)
Post Ref Number: D12446
Number of Posts: 1

We are looking for an experienced and highly motivated youth work professional, committed to delivering the best possible support to young people

The role involves working in partnership with a wide range of agencies and professions to deliver community based interventions enabling young people to achieve positive outcomes.

The successful candidate will hold a qualification in Youth Work or equivalent (VRQ/NVQ level 2 equivalent) and demonstrate the ability to build positive and trusting relationships with young people.

For detailed information on this role, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification in the Vacancy Information document. For a further informal discussion, please contact Carole Dawson, Area Service Co-ordinator, on 01325 488176.


Closing Date: 31/05/2013

People Link directly to vacancy: D12062

Independent Chair - Safeguarding & Review

Full time
Salary: Grade P (£30,851 - £34,549)
Post Ref Number: D12062
Number of Posts: 1

An excellent opportunity has arisen to join a dedicated team of Independent Chairs.

Your role will be:

• To provide an independent consistent child protection service to operational teams by offering advice and consultation on child protection and child care matters.
• To chair and manage child protection case conferences.
• To provide child protection advise and consultation to key multi-agency partners.
• To chair looked after reviews, ensuring the voice of children and young people are central throughout the process.
• To contribute to the overall development of Children’s Services within an equalities framework, and to ensure the highest possible standards of practice are adhered to.

The appointed Independent Chair will have the following skills and experience

• Be a Qualified Social Worker with HCPC registration – ideally with Management experience.
• Experience of chairing meeting and case conferences.
• Working knowledge of child protection and looked after children legislation.
• Excellent knowledge of child development
• Must be flexible around locations and working hours.

For detailed information on this role, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification in the Vacancy Information document. For a further informal discussion, please contact Lisa Summers, Head of Review and Development Safeguarding, on 01325 388469.


Closing Date: 31/05/2013

People Link directly to vacancy: D12334

Care Co-ordinator

Full time
Salary: Grade N/O (£24,646 - £27,849/£30,851)
Post Ref Number: D12334
Number of Posts: 1

Fixed Term Contract until 31/03/2015

An opportunity has arisen for a fixed term contract within the Life Stages Service. The post will be based within the Adults with a Learning Disability 26+ Team.

The successful applicant will be working in a Social Care Coordinator role, with Adults with a Learning Disability aged 26 and over and with their carers/and or representatives. The post is based at Harewood House, Darlington.

You should be able to carry out high quality community care assessments for adults with a learning disability and their carers. In addition, long term care management of service users with complex needs will be required.

You will be responsible for promoting the independence of adults with a learning disability in line with the social model of disability, promoting their independence and ensuring effective risk management. Cross-agency partnership working and experience in safeguarding is an essential part of the role.

You should hold a professional qualification in Health/Social care, i.e. DipSW, RGN, RMN, CSS, CQSW or equivalent. Knowledge and experience of working in a Health or Social Services setting is essential.

For detailed information on this role, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification in the Vacancy Information document. For a further informal discussion, please contact Vicki Pattinson, Team Manager on 01325 406145.


Closing Date: 31/05/2013

People Link directly to vacancy: DC12468

Family Support Officer

37 hours per week
Salary: Grade M (£21,519 - £24,646)
Post Ref Number: DC12468
Number of Posts: 1

Temporary to cover maternity leave

We are seeking to recruit an experienced Family Support Worker to work as part of the 0-19 Team providing an innovative approach to supporting families to achieve positive outcomes, with an emphasis on educational attainment. We are working differently in Darlington and school attendance is high on our agenda. Working directly with our schools and families to achieve maximum attendance is our goal.

If you have experience of direct work with families as well as experience in the legal aspects of school attendance then we would welcome your application.

For detailed information on this role, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification in the Vacancy Information document. For a further informal discussion, please contact Pauline Coglan, Area Service Co-Ordinator 0-19, on 01325 746200.


Closing Date: 24/05/2013


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