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We are looking for an experienced Nursery Practitioner to work within a Nursery in Wolverhampton to start ASAP providing 1:1 support to a pre – school aged child with Autism and ADHD. You must be level 3 qualified and have experience of working with children with Autism or additional needs. Team Teach, manual handling and Makaton Training would be an advantage. This role is most likely to be a long term. We are looking to appoint a flexible, dynamic and dedicated qualified nursery practitioner with experience in working with children with Special Educational Needs. Previous experience of working with pupils with SEN is essential and the candidate MUST have the following qualities: • Calm • Patient • Consistent • Firm but Fair • Ability to build rapport quickly • Flexible – be able to think on your feet! • Good sense of humour • Ability to see things from the students point of view. Qualifications Required: Level 3 Childcare Specific qualification or above plus 6+ Months minimum experience Salary: Starting from National Minimum Wage - It will depend upon experience etc Hours: Hours based upon a rota – part time – to suit the needs of the child Location: Wolverhampton Interview Dates: ASAP Start Date: ASAP Contact: Clare Flanagan

Smart Education are currently looking for a school caretaker to work within an excellent school in Birmingham. This is a full time, permanent role to start ASAP. The working hours are: 7.45am - 4.45pm (with one or two days being a 6.30pm finish) In order to apply for this role you MUST have -Good skills in general maintenance and security routines -Experience working in a school environment -Full Driving Licence and experience driving a minibus -IT skills -Good communication skills You must have..... -Understanding and following advanced level of Health & Safety rules. -Understanding of advanced level of Health and Safety regulations. -Asbestos awareness. -Safeguarding premises and key holding. -To ensure prompt and accurate completion of all appropriate reports. -Problem solving and fault finding. -Willing to go courses if necessary. -Maintained high standard within tight deadlines. -Time management multitasking. -Efficient. -Excellent DIY skills and using power tools and hand tools Carpentry, Plumbing, Electrical, Ground Maintenance, -Implementing Health and Safety regulations. -Handling chemicals and cleaning (COSHH regulations NVQ LEVEL 2) -The ability to work with technical equipment, such as CCTV, Fire Alarm, Emergency Lighting. -Good awareness of both heights and confined space. -Flexible. -Adaptable. -A polite and helpful manner and smart appearance. -Able to work as part of a team or individually. -Friendly and approachable. -Always courteous to other staff, parents and visitors. -Being self-motivated and confident. -Mature and responsible attitude to work. -Honesty and integrity. -The ability to follow written instructions. -The ability use initiative and make quick decisions to deal with unexpected situations. -Be patient and calm. -Willing to work additional hours during weekdays, evening and weekends. -Understanding the basic servicing and repair of all garden machinery. -Use a wide range of horticulture machinery and powered hand tools. -Current driving licence and minibus. Role - Duties Ensuring workplace safety regulations are met An understanding of computer and networking concepts Dealing with Construction site contractors via instruction from the Bursar Fit & able to move furniture and IT equipment around school. Responding immediately to equipment breakdowns, fixed faults on-site or arranged for replacement equipment to be installed via Bursary office. Imaging, patching, asset tagging, IWB, projectors and PAT testing. Dealing with property log book and manage item of property portfolio. Gas, Electrical, Fire Alarm, Emergency Lighting, CCTV, Pat testing maintains all paperwork and certificates up to date. Helping colleagues in catering and housekeeping with various duties. Helping Teaching staff with projects. Risk assessment Testing Fire Alarms weekly Testing Emergency lights monthly Every 3 months test RCD Sprinkler system test weekly Check fire extinguishers weekly Test water temperatures weekly and flush (legionella ) Water safety checks (Legionella) L8 Monthly utilities meter reading Regularly check heating system, with due regard to appropriate safety requirements, and report all defects to a qualified heating engineer and Bursar. Responsible for deliveries of post, stores materials and other goods under COSHH regulations Maintenance and Repair DIY Carpentry, Plumbing, Painting carried out Dealing with Health & Safety and auditors and report to the Headmaster and Bursar. Energy Reports Asbestos (Handling, Asbestos) Opening and closing of School premises, including gates, doors, windows, fire exits etc Reporting acts of vandalism to the Headteacher and Bursar as necessary Performing security duties at the School gate before/after School Keeping ground and paths clear of debris around the school’s site. Remove rubbish /empty bins etc. Safeguarding in schools Shared role as Key holder of the premise for opening and lock up. Advise Bursar/Headmaster of equipment general repair of equipment around school / hazards. Read, record and report all meter readings as required by the Bursar. Empty bins/recycling paper. Clean school signs, name boards and directional signs windows. Arrange repairs etc with contractors with prior approval of the line manager- Bursar. Dealt with all bursts, leaks, floods, and breakages as appropriate Fire marshal Keeping the drains cleaned Keeping the site tidy and litter free Inspect all outside areas for dangerous materials and remove Changing light bulbs and fluorescent tubes Remove graffiti etc Moving of furniture and PE equipment Undertake designated gardening duties (Fences Landscape work) Repair leaking taps and toilets seats, renewing ball valve washers and floats. Clearing blocked toilets Carry out repairs works in order to improve the site as required by the Bursar and Headteacher. Minor plaster repairs Attend appropriate training courses when required. The ability to use my initiative and make quick decisions to deal with unexpected situations Qualifications Required: MUST have school caretaking experience, full driving licence (including experience driving a minibus) Salary: £19,000 - £21,000 Hours: 7:45-4:45 Monday to Friday with 1 / 2 days late finishes of 6.30pm Location: Birmingham Interview Dates: ASAP Start Date: ASAP If you are suitable for this role please contact Clare at Smart Education immediately

Job Description: We are currently recruiting for a teacher of Year 3 to start in January / February 2020. It would be advantageous to have taught Year 3 or lower KS2 before, but this is not essential. Our client is a large primary school in the Stechford area of Birmingham and both experienced teachers and NQTs are welcome to apply. This is a one term contract initially with the view to go permanent upon targets met at review. The class is a well-behaved class but do have a high EAL demographic. You must be skilled in differentiating work appropriately. If you feel you have the right experience for this role, please apply today. DUTIES: The Class Teacher will: - implement agreed school policies and guidelines; - support initiatives decided by the Headteacher and staff; - plan appropriately to meet the needs of all pupils, through differentiation of tasks - be able to set clear targets, based on prior attainment, for pupil's learning - provide a stimulating classroom environment, where resources can be accessed appropriately by all pupils - keep appropriate and efficient records, integrating formative and summative assessment into weekly and termly planning - report to parents on the development, progress and attainment of pupils - maintain good order and discipline amongst pupils, in accordance with the school's behaviour policy - take part in and contribute to meetings that relate to teaching/curriculum; cooperate with and, where appropriate, advise the head teacher and other colleagues in the review, development and management of a subject in the school - communicate and co-operate with specialists from outside agencies - plan for, organise and direct the work of support staff within the classroom - participate in the performance management system for the appraisal of their own performance, or that of other teachers - teach a class of pupils, and ensure that planning, preparation, recording, assessment and reporting meet their varying learning and social needs - maintain the positive ethos and core values of the school, both inside and outside the classroom - contribute to constructive team-building amongst teaching and non-teaching staff, parents and governors Qualifications/Experience Required: This post is initially one term, with the view to go permanent after review of targets. Both experienced teachers and NQTs are welcome to apply. Salary: Main Payscale Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am-4pm Location: Birmingham Interview Dates: ASAP / January 2020 Start Date: ASAP / January 2020 Contact: Clare Flanagan If you would like to discuss this role in more detail or any other positions available, then please contact Clare at Smart Education

SMART EDUCATION is a specialist consultancy focusing exclusively on the Education sector. We work extensively with Nurseries, Schools (Mainstream & SEN), Academies, FE Settings and a variety of alternative education establishments across the West Midlands recruiting for PERMANENT and TEMPORARY staff. We offer a bespoke service to both the clients and candidates with whom we work and are extremely proud of our honest reputation and our professional attitude towards Safeguarding & Customer Service. Job Description: We are looking for a KS1 NQT / Experienced Teacher to work within a Primary School in North Birmingham. This position is long term cover extending to a 12 month contract to start January 2020 and potentially a permanent position. Our Client is looking for a conscientious and caring teacher to become part of a strong and supportive team. These are vacant posts with the view to being appointed permanently for the right candidate. You must have previous experience within KS1 teaching. DUTIES: The Lead will: * implement agreed school policies and guidelines; * support initiatives decided by the Headteacher and staff; * support planning to meet the needs of all pupils, through differentiation of tasks and effective curriculum coverage; * be able to set clear targets, based on prior attainment, for pupils’ learning; * provide a stimulating classroom environment, where resources can be accessed appropriately by all pupils; * keep appropriate and efficient records, integrating formative and summative assessment into weekly and termly planning; * report to parents on the development, progress and attainment of pupils; * maintain good order and discipline amongst pupils, in accordance with the school's behaviour policy; * take part in and contribute to meetings that relate to teaching/curriculum; cooperate with and, where appropriate, advise the head teacher and other colleagues in the review, development and management of a subject in the school; * communicate and co-operate with specialists from outside agencies; * plan for, organise and direct the work of support staff within the classroom; * participate in the performance management system for the appraisal of their own performance, or that of other teachers; * maintain the positive ethos and core values of the school, both inside and outside the classroom; * contribute to constructive team-building amongst teaching and non-teaching staff, parents and governors; Qualifications: Must have QTS and at least 6 months classroom experience Start Date: ASAP Interview date: ASAP Pay: Main Pay scale Contact: Clare Flanagan