We’re more than just a nursery group. We’re the UK’s most innovative early-years education provider. At N Family Club, we dreamed of reimagining early years education. Becoming a place that fosters creativity, embraces a curriculum-led approach, and prepares children for the modern world. We’re proudly making our dream a reality – and we want you to be a part of it! As a Deputy Nursery Manager at N Family, you’ll support the Nursery Manager and lead an incredible team of expert Educators to del…
Nursery ManagerLocation: Wickford, Essex Permanent | Full-Time | 4 Days Per Week (7:30am -6:30pm) Salary: £44,000 - £47,000 per annum
Nursery Manager Opportunity | Large Outdoor LearningNursery Setting
Hays Education is proud to be supporting an innovative and highly successful early years provider with the recruitment of a Nursery Manager for one of its flagship nursery settings in Wickford, Essex.
This is an exceptional opportunity to join a well-established organisation that has been delivering outstanding childcare and early years education across Essex for more than a decade. The successful candidate will lead a thriving nursery currently catering for approximately 100 children, with exciting expansion plans already in place to increase capacity to 150 children from September, making this one of the largest and most ambitious early years settings in the region.
The organisationhas built a strong reputation for combining outstanding childcare with a unique enrichment-led learning experience. Its philosophy centres around creating engaging, child-led environments where children can learn, explore and develop through meaningful experiences both indoors and outdoors.
A key part of the provision is its commitment to outdoor education and nature-based learning.Children benefit from a carefully designed curriculum that goes far beyond the Early Years Foundation Stage framework and incorporates:
• Forest school-inspired learning and outdoor exploration
• Nature-based education and environmental awareness
• Montessori teaching principles
• Educational trips and enrichment experiences
• Music and creative arts sessions
• Children's yoga and mindfulness activities
• Practical, hands-on learning opportunities
• Activities designed to develop confidence, independence and resilience
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Nursery Manager who is passionate about innovative early years practice and wants to play a key role in the continued growth and development of a successful organisation.
The RoleAs Nursery Manager, you will have overall responsibility for the leadership, management and strategic development of a large nursery setting. You will lead a dedicated team of practitioners, ensure outstanding standards of care and education, oversee compliance and safeguarding, and drive continuous improvement across the nursery.
Working on a full-time basis across four days per week (7:30am -6:30pm), you will enjoy an excellent work-life balance while leading a substantial and growing provision.
The successful candidate will be a visible and inspirational leader who can build high-performing teams, develop staff, maintain exceptional parent partnerships and ensure the nursery continues to deliver an outstanding experience for every child.
Key Responsibilities
• Provide strategic and operational leadership across the nursery.
• Lead a large team in delivering outstanding childcare and education.
• Ensure full compliance with the EYFS Framework, safeguarding requirements and all regulatory standards.
• Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead (training provided if required).
• Lead the nursery through Ofsted inspections and quality assurance processes.
• Drive occupancy growth and support the site's expansion from 100 to 150 children.
• Develop and implement nursery improvement and development plans.
• Manage nursery budgets and resources effectively.
• Conduct staff supervision, appraisals and performance management.
• Deliver coaching, mentoring and professional development opportunities for staff.
• Ensure health and safety standards are maintained at all times.
• Promote equality, inclusion and positive outcomes for all children.
• Build strong relationships with parents, carers, local authorities and external agencies.
• Attend leadership meetings with senior management to share best practice and contribute to wider organisational development.
About YouTo be successfulin this role, you will have:
• A Level 3 Early Years qualification or above.
• At least one years' experience in a Nursery Manager position.
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS Framework and child development.
• A proven track record of leading teams and driving improvement.
• Experience preparing for and managing Ofsted inspections.
• Excellent safeguarding knowledge and commitment to child welfare.
• Strong financial and operational management skills.
• Outstanding communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Experience managing large teams and nursery environments.
• A passion for outdoor learning, enrichment and innovative early years education.
What You'll Receive
• Salary of £44,000 - £47,000 per annum
• 4-day working week (7:30am - 6:30pm)
• Permanent full-time position
• Free daily lunch
• Free onsite parking
• Birthday leave
• Company pension scheme
• Wellbeing package
• Sick pay
• Staff social events
• Employee mentoring programme
• Professional development opportunities
• The chance to lead one of the region's largest and fastest-growing nursery settings
Safeguarding
Hays Education and our client are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and robust safer recruitment procedures.
Applicants musthave the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Apply Now
If you are an experienced Nursery Manager seeking an exciting leadership opportunity within a growing, innovative and outdoor-focused early years organisation, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Please apply now or for a confidential discussion, please contact AamirMalik at or call .
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Nursery: Forest Barn Nursery School, The Barn at Tooks Farm, Great Warley Street, Great Warley, Essex CM13 3JP Hours: Monday - Friday, 36 hours Salary: £8 per hour Remarkable futures start here. Benefits: Performance related bonus, 50% childcare discount, wellness day and much much more. Hi, I’m Hannah, the Nursery Manager at Forest Barn. Every day at Forest Barn, we nurture our children’s natural curiosity and creativity in an environment designed to spark imaginations and build confidence. We…
Nursery: Little Faces, Pontlands Park, West Hanningfield Rd, Great Baddow, Chelmsford CM2 8HR Hours: Full Time and Part Time roles available, Monday - Friday Salary: Up to £14.21 per hour (depends on qualification and experience) Benefits: Performance related bonus, 50% childcare discount, wellness day and much much more. Remarkable Futures Start Here Impact Lives, with a Schedule That Works for You Little Faces' Purpose To give children healthy foundations in fantastic settings, helping them b…
Nursery: Forest Barn Nursery School, The Barn at Tooks Farm, Great Warley Street, Great Warley, Brentwood, Essex, CM13 3JP Paid UBER rides from train station to the nursery's location Hours: Part Time, Monday - Friday (15 hours per week 11.30am - 2.30pm ) Salary: up to £14.21 per hour (dependent on qualifications and experience) Benefits: Performance related bonus, 50% childcare discount, wellness day and much much more. Remarkable future starts here Hi, I’m Leigh, the Nursery Manager at Forest…
Nursery –Bright Horizons Ely Day Nursery & Pre school Salary – £ 40,993 - £53,364 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience) Location – Ely, Cambridgeshire Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: “I did that.” We’re looking for a Nursery Manager to joi…
Associate Assistant Headteacher - Behaviour, Attendance & Culture (DDSL) Location: Colchester, Essex Salary: Leadership Scale L5-L8 (£57,137-£61,534 per annum) (September 2026 pay award pending) Job Type: Permanent | Full Time Assistant Headteacher | Senior Leadership | Alternative Provision | PRU | SEMH | Behaviour | Attendance | Safeguarding | QTS Are you an experienced teacher or middle leader ready to take the next step into senior leadership? Do you have a passion for improving outcomes fo…
Nursery: Forest Barn Nursery School, The Barn at Tooks Farm, Great Warley Street, Brentwood, CM13 3JP Paid UBER rides from train station to the nursery's location Hours: Full Time and Part Time roles available, Monday - Friday Salary: Up to £29,670 annual salary (dependent on qualifications and experience) Welcome Bonus: £1000 Benefits: Performance related bonus, 50% childcare discount, wellness day and much much more Remarkable Futures Start Here Can you inspire the next generation? Forest Bar…
Nursery: Little Faces, Pontlands Park, West Hanningfield Rd, Great Baddow, Chelmsford CM2 8HR Hours: Full Time and Part Time roles available, Monday - Friday Salary: Up to £29,670 annual salary (depends on qualification and experience) Benefits: Performance related bonus, 50% childcare discount, wellness day and much much more. **£500 Welcome Bonus**
Remarkable Futures Start Here
Who & What is Storal?
It’s our collective group of Nurseries that we are happily a part of here at Little Faces. Storal stands for high quality outcomes for children and are passionate about Early Years. Bringing your whole self is a must if that’s pink hair, being Neurospicy or having a unique pastime, we encourage it all. Your unique self is what makes our Nursery even better. Check out our website to learn about our leaders and the expertise they bring to our Storal community.
About the role:
As a Nursery Practitioner you will be a key part of keep our children safe, loved and inspired to learn. Key activities include:
• Applying the Storal curriculum & our pedagogy principles to our children daily
• Seeking out learning opportunities in everyday routines such as mealtimes & transitions
• Bonding with your children and their families by engaging in meaningful moments
About you:
• A true love for child development and care
• Able and willing to work in a team
• Ability to communicate effectively with management, your peers and parents
• High levels of care and empathy that every opportunity can be a learning opportunity
• Knowledge of the EYFS framework
Must haves:
• Early Years qualification at Level 3
• Experience working with all age groups within Early Years
Why work for us:
Benefits at a glance
For you -We get the basics right enhanced holidays, paid sick pay, extra wellness day off (yearly) and accessing your pay before payday with PayCaptain
Family matters - Balance starts at home Childcare Discount + Funding, compassionate leave & enhanced maternity (and more)
Health & wellness - Nourishing body & mind Partnerships with Vitality & Peppy; fertility & menopause support, gym discount, free movie tickets and more
Development - Investing in your future Micro-learning, financial stability tools & Storal Support Fund
Our community - Growing together Termly inset days, team app & Storal Awards gathering.
Enhanced DBS check and subscription to the DBS Update Service
We partner with world-leading third parties such as Pay Captain, Vitality, and Peppy.
Curious to know more?
We’d love to tell you more about what makes Little Faces so special.
Storal is the highest of standards when it coming to safeguarding, the welfare of children and creating a work environment the encourages feedback-discussion-resilience. We take our role in the safety of children, our families and our team extremely seriously. As governed by the EYFS, we have a designated safeguarding lead in each setting and all staff (and volunteers) complete a through compliance checks prior to employment including employment references & DBS.
EYEP
1st Staff are a leading nationwide provider supporting children and young people aged 4–25 with additional educational and therapeutic needs. We’re looking for caring, confident tutors to deliver 1:1 Maths and English sessions to students with SEND, SEMH, MLD/SLD and other learning needs.
If you’re passionate about helping young people grow in confidence, re‑engage with learning and achieve their goals, we’d love to hear from you.
What you’ll do * Deliver personalised 1:1 tuition in Maths and English (Science opportunities available) * Create engaging lesson plans tailored to each student * Support learners with a range of needs and behaviours * Track progress and provide regular feedback * Build positive, trusting relationships with students and families
Role details * Locations: Student’s home, library, school or community venue * Hours: Part‑time or full‑time (most referrals 10–15 hrs/week; full‑time available with multiple students) * Contract: PAYE, zero‑hours
What we’re looking for * Experience working with young people (teaching, tutoring, mentoring etc.) * Confidence supporting SEND/SEMH and challenging behaviours * Strong communication, patience and empathy * Ability to adapt teaching to different learning styles
What you’ll get * Excellent pay rates up to £25 per hour * Flexible hours to suit your schedule * A dedicated consultant plus support from lead tutors, safeguarding leads and behaviour specialists * Free CPD, training and upskilling opportunities * Access to resources, assessment tools and curriculum support
1st Staff is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Enhanced DBS required. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds
1st Staff are a leading nationwide provider supporting children and young people aged 4–25 with additional educational and therapeutic needs. We’re looking for caring, confident tutors to deliver 1:1 Maths and English sessions to students with SEND, SEMH, MLD/SLD and other learning needs. If you’re passionate about helping young people grow in confidence, re‑engage with learning and achieve their goals, we’d love to hear from you. What you’ll do * Deliver personalised 1:1 tuition in Maths and E…
1st Staff are one of the UK’s leading alternative providers working nationwide with specialist staff helping students from 4-25 years of age with both educational and therapeutic needs. As a tutor you will be required to deliver tuition sessions to help these students gain the confidence and level required to attain the qualifications needed and potentially return to further education. Unlike other agencies, 1st Staff also provide a support network for all our tutors; we have a lead tutor for your specific area, Designated Safeguarding Leads, curriculum leads for Maths and English, behavioural specialist and a Head of Education. The role: To deliver Maths and English sessions on a 1:1 basis to young people with Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND), Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH), Moderate and Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD / SLD), or other Additional Educational Needs referred to us by local authorities and schools. The ideal candidate would have a caring and friendly nature allowing them to build a rapport with the young person. Position Details: *Location - Child's home, local library, school or community centre *Hours - Part-time or Full-time - Most referrals are between 10-15 hours a week equating to 2-3 hours per day. Tutors looking for a full-time role would usually work with multiple students for up to 6 hours per day (Monday - Friday) *Subjects - English and Maths (possibility for Science as well) Responsibilities: - Assess students' academic needs and develop personalized lesson plans to address those needs. - Utilise effective teaching strategies to engage students and enhance their understanding of the subject matter. - Monitor and track students' progress, providing regular feedback. - Adapt teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles and abilities. - Maintain a positive and supportive learning environment for students. Skills & Experience Required: - Previous experience working with young people in an educational setting, such as tutoring, teaching, mentoring etc. - Confidence working with a range of SEN/SEMH and challenging behaviours.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively explain concepts to students of all ages.
- Knowledge of various tutoring techniques.
- Patience, empathy, and the ability to build rapport with students.
- Flexibility in adapting to different student needs and learning styles. Benefits will include: * Excellent pay rates up to £25 per hour (depending on experience/qualifications) * Flexible part-time or full-time hours to suit your schedule * A dedicated consultant as well as a lead tutor, both on hand to support you * Support from behavioural specialists within the company * Support from designated safeguarding leads * Training and support offered *Access to free extensive CPD and upskilling opportunities * Resources, assessment tools and a Maths & English curriculum lead on hand to help and support with lesson plans * An area lead for your specific area who can be contacted when needed Tutor employment status: This is not a self-employed tutoring/teaching position; you will work through a zero-hour contract basis and will be paid via PAYE. We do not offer any expenses coverage. 1st Staff are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit. If you have any questions, please call (phone number removed)
Safeguarding Lead – Good Secondary School – Southend-on-Sea Start Date: As soon as possible Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Paid to scale School Information This Good-rated 11–18 secondary school in Southend-on-Sea is recognised for its strong pastoral systems, improving academic outcomes, and supportive leadership culture. The school serves a diverse coastal community and maintains high expectations for behaviour, attendance, and safeguarding. Safeguarding is central to the school’s eth…
Ranelagh Primary School Address: Pauls Road Ipswich, Suffolk IP2 0AN Salary: MPR (£30,456 pro rata) Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per week, Monday to Thursday, 8 am to 4 pm (30-minute unpaid lunch break) Friday 8 am to 3.30 pm (30-minute unpaid lunch break) Contract: Permanent, required as soon as possible Reference: 5301 Ranelagh Primary School are seeking a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and Cover Supervisor to join our team. We are looking for a HLTA/teacher who: is commi…
Position: Safeguarding Officer
Location: Barnet
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: Immediate / Negotiable
Safeguarding Officer Role in a Secondary School A well-established secondary school in Barnet is seeking to appoint a Safeguarding Officer to join its pastoral and safeguarding team. This is a full-time role within a supportive and inclusive school environment that places strong emphasis on student welfare, child protection, and wellbeing.
The safeguarding team plays a key role in ensuring students are safe, supported, and able to thrive both academically and personally.
About the Role You will support the school’s safeguarding and child protection procedures, working closely with senior leaders, pastoral staff, external agencies, and families to ensure students receive appropriate support.
The role involves managing safeguarding concerns, maintaining accurate records, supporting attendance and welfare interventions, and promoting a safe and positive school environment.
You will act as a key point of contact for safeguarding matters while helping to ensure the school remains compliant with statutory safeguarding responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities • Support the school’s safeguarding and child protection processes
• Maintain accurate safeguarding and welfare records
• Liaise with parents, carers, external agencies, and local authorities
• Support vulnerable students and coordinate interventions
• Monitor attendance, behaviour, and wellbeing concerns
• Assist with safeguarding referrals and case management
• Promote safeguarding awareness across the school community
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding legislation and procedures
The School Environment This secondary school in Barnet provides a caring and inclusive environment where student wellbeing and safeguarding are central to school life.
The pastoral and safeguarding teams work collaboratively to ensure students receive high levels of support, guidance, and intervention where required.
Leadership places strong emphasis on safeguarding, staff wellbeing, and professional development.
Candidate Requirements. Essential Requirements
• Experience working in safeguarding, pastoral care, education, or a related field
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to manage sensitive situations professionally and confidentially
• Strong record-keeping and case management skills
Desirable
• Experience working in a school or education setting
• DSL / safeguarding training or relevant qualifications
• Knowledge of local authority safeguarding procedures
How to Apply If you are interested in this Safeguarding Officer role in Barnet, please submit your CV. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted to discuss the next stages of the recruitment process.
Join Colchester Institute - Where Your Career Makes a Difference
At Colchester Institute, we believe in the power of education to transform lives and communities. As one of the leading providers of education and training in the region, we are proud to offer a dynamic, supportive, and forward-thinking working environment.
We are seeking a dedicated Welfare and Safeguarding Officer to join our team. In this role, you will provide a front line, reactive first response service, to student safeguarding and welfare concerns in order to support student safety and wellbeing, refer to and signpost to external support agencies and reduce barriers to learning.
Job Title: Welfare and Safeguarding Officer
Term time only, 38 weeks a year, 37 hours week.
Braintree Campus
About the role: • To be a College Safeguarding Officer, working with and supporting a case load of students.
• To promote and advise on all aspects of Safeguarding and Child Protection.
• Act as a first response to referrals regarding learner welfare issues including homelessness, bullying and harassment, anxiety, signposting to other teams, liaising with the course area and external agencies as appropriate.
• Arrange, co-ordinate and chair support meetings and TAF (Team around the family meetings) for students with welfare and safeguarding concerns including parental/NOK contact, hosting the meeting with parents/NOK, external agencies and course areas.
• Contribute to and attend Professional Meetings and reviews concerning enrolled students including Team Around the Family, Child in Need meetings, Child Protection Conference, Strategy meetings.
• Comply with requests for information regarding students including the attendance and progression of learners and timely completion of Section 17 and Section 47 requests.
Essential Experience: • Recent experience of working with, and supporting vulnerable young people aged between 16-19 years old in a similar role
• Experience of dealing with and case management of safeguarding cases, following policies and procedures
• Working knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and a commitment to creating a safe learning environment.
• Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure and to multi-task
• Experience of working with welfare issues, such as homelessness, emotional and behavioural issues and mental health concerns
Essential Qualifications: • Minimum of Level 2 qualification in English and Mathematics GCSE 4+ or C and above / CSE Level 1 / O-Level C or above / Level 2 Adult Numeracy or Literacy or equivalent
• Education to level 3 or above and/or a professional qualification in relevant subject area or equivalent
Why join us?
At Colchester Institute, we value our staff and invest in their growth. Joining us means becoming part of a vibrant community dedicated to excellence in education and training. If you are passionate about making a difference and inspiring the next generation, we would love to hear from you.
We do not engage with recruitment or search agencies unless they have been officially contracted in line with our PSL.
School Receptionist | St. Albans, Hertfordshire
The face of excellence in a historic cathedral city.
We are looking for a highly professional and welcoming School Receptionist to join our prestigious secondary school in St. Albans . As the first point of contact for our diverse school community, you will provide a warm welcome while maintaining the highest standards of office efficiency and safeguarding.
The Snapshot • Location: St. Albans (Easy access via M25, A414, and Thameslink)
• Salary: £25,500 – £28,500 (Pro-rata, Hertfordshire County Council scale)
• Contract: Permanent, Term-time only
• Hours: 08:00 – 16:30, Monday to Friday
Detailed Responsibilities • Front-of-House: Greeting visitors, parents, and contractors, ensuring all safeguarding ID checks are performed and visitor passes are issued via our digital system.
• Communication Management: Operating a busy switchboard with a calm, professional tone and managing the school’s central email inbox to ensure queries are routed to the correct staff members.
• Student Services: Supporting students with daily inquiries, managing late arrivals, and assisting with the distribution of forgotten items or medications in line with school policy.
• Office Administration: Providing clerical support to the Senior Leadership Team, including drafting letters, updating the school website, and maintaining accurate student files on SIMS/Arbor .
How to Apply If you are a practical, reliable professional looking for a stable role in a school that values your contribution, please submit your CV today.
A highly regarded secondary school in Cambridge is seeking a polished and proactive School Receptionist to join their administrative team. This role is central to the daily life of the school and would suit someone who enjoys working in a professional, academic-focused environment. Key Responsibilities Acting as the main point of contact for visitors, parents, and external agencies Managing incoming calls, emails, and reception enquiries Ensuring safeguarding and site security procedures are fo…
We are seeking a professional, friendly, and organised School Receptionist to join an outstanding primary school in Colchester. This is a key front-of-house role, providing a welcoming first point of contact for parents, visitors, and staff, while supporting the smooth running of the school’s administrative operations. The successful candidate will be approachable, efficient, and able to manage a wide range of responsibilities with confidence.
Role Overview:
As School Receptionist, you will be responsible for managing the school’s reception area and providing administrative support to staff and leadership. Your work will ensure that the school maintains a professional, organised, and welcoming environment for everyone who enters the site. This role requires excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a busy school setting.
Key Responsibilities:
• Greet and assist visitors, parents, and staff in a professional and friendly manner.
• Answer telephone calls, respond to emails, and manage general enquiries promptly and accurately.
• Maintain the school’s reception area, ensuring it is tidy, safe, and welcoming.
• Manage student attendance records and support staff with signing in/out procedures.
• Assist with administrative tasks, including filing, photocopying, scanning, and data entry.
• Support the coordination of school events, meetings, and parent communications.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health and safety, and data protection policies.
• Liaise with external agencies, suppliers, and other stakeholders as required.
Skills and Experience:
• Previous experience in a reception, administrative, or customer service role, ideally in an educational setting.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a friendly and professional manner.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general office systems.
• Understanding of confidentiality and data protection requirements.
Why Join Us:
This outstanding primary school in Colchester provides a supportive and professional environment where staff contribution is valued. You will be part of a friendly and dedicated team, helping to create a positive and welcoming atmosphere for students, parents, and staff alike. The role offers the opportunity to develop your administrative skills within a school environment and to make a meaningful contribution to the day-to-day success of the school.
Location: Colchester
Hours: Full-time
How to Apply: Please submit your CV for consideration.
A well-established secondary school in Watford is seeking a professional, approachable, and highly organised School Receptionist to join their front-of-house team. This is a full-time, permanent position starting ASAP, providing essential support to students, staff, parents, and visitors.
About the Role
As a School Receptionist, you will be the first point of contact for anyone entering the school. You will manage the reception area, respond to enquiries, and provide administrative support to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
This role requires excellent communication skills, a professional and friendly demeanor, and the ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently in a busy school environment. You will also support attendance monitoring and administrative procedures as required.
Key Responsibilities • Greeting visitors and managing sign-in/sign-out procedures
• Answering and directing telephone calls and email enquiries
• Supporting attendance recording and safeguarding protocols
• Handling incoming and outgoing post and deliveries
• Assisting with organisation of school events, meetings, and parent evenings
• Providing general administrative support to staff and leadership
• Maintaining confidentiality and compliance with school policies
About the School
This Watford secondary school is recognised for strong academic performance, excellent pastoral care, and a collaborative staff culture. The reception team is highly valued for ensuring a welcoming, safe, and professional environment.
Staff are supported with structured induction, training opportunities, and a professional working environment that encourages efficiency, accuracy, and positive teamwork.
Experience and Qualifications
• Previous experience in a receptionist or front-of-house role desirable
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills
• Professional, approachable, and reliable
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion
• Legal right to work in the UK
Salary
Competitive salary dependent on experience.
Application
To be considered for this School Receptionist role in Watford, please submit your up-to-date CV as soon as possible.
A well-regarded secondary school in Ilford is seeking a professional, friendly, and organised School Receptionist to join their front-of-house team ASAP . This is a full-time, permanent role serving as the first point of contact for staff, students, parents, and visitors, ensuring a welcoming and efficient reception environment.
• School Receptionist – full-time, permanent
• Secondary school in Ilford
• Start date: ASAP
• Competitive support staff salary
About the Role The School Receptionist will manage the school’s reception area, provide administrative support to staff, and help ensure the smooth running of day-to-day operations. This role is vital in maintaining the school’s professional image and supporting effective communication across the school community.
Key responsibilities include:
• Greeting visitors, staff, and students in a professional and welcoming manner.
• Managing visitor sign-ins, safeguarding procedures, and security checks.
• Answering telephone calls, directing queries, and responding to emails promptly.
• Assisting with the preparation and distribution of school communications and letters.
• Providing administrative support to staff and the leadership team as required.
• Maintaining a tidy, organised, and welcoming reception area.
• Handling incoming and outgoing post and deliveries efficiently.
• Supporting school events, appointments, and scheduling when necessary.
• Ensuring compliance with safeguarding policies and maintaining confidentiality.
Candidate Requirements The school welcomes applications from enthusiastic candidates with strong interpersonal and organisational skills.
Key requirements include:
• Previous experience in reception, customer service, or administration.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Organised, professional, and proactive approach.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office and basic office management systems.
• Professional and courteous manner, with a focus on excellent customer service.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Experience in a school environment is highly desirable but not essential.
About the School This secondary school in Ilford is renowned for academic excellence, pastoral care, and a welcoming school environment . The reception team is central to the school’s operations, ensuring that all visitors and staff are supported and that daily administrative tasks are handled efficiently.
The school offers a collaborative and supportive working culture where staff are valued and encouraged to contribute to school life and operations.
Staff Benefits • Competitive salary and pension scheme.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Supportive leadership and administrative team.
• Stable, long-term employment with ASAP start .
• Exposure to a well-resourced, high-performing school environment.
Application – School Receptionist To apply for this School Receptionist role in Ilford with an ASAP start , please submit your CV at your earliest convenience.
Early applications are encouraged, and interviews may be arranged prior to the closing date
· DT Technician
· Renowned School in St Albans
· Starting ASAP
· Competitive Salary
· Part-Time or Full-Time
Overview
To support the effective delivery of the Design & Technology curriculum by preparing materials, maintaining equipment, and ensuring a safe, organised, and well-resourced workshop environment for staff and students.
Role Purpose
The Design Technology Technician provides technical and practical support to the Design & Technology department. The role ensures that equipment, tools, materials, and workshop environments are prepared and maintained to enable high-quality teaching and learning.
The post holder will support teachers and students during practical lessons, maintain machinery and specialist equipment, manage stock and resources, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
The role contributes positively to the ethos, aims, and wider work of the school.
Design Technology Technician – Key Responsibilities
Workshop and Classroom Support
• Prepare materials, tools, and equipment for Design & Technology lessons across relevant specialisms such as resistant materials, product design, electronics, graphics, and textiles.
• Support teachers and students during practical lessons by assisting with the use of machinery, tools, and equipment.
• Demonstrate safe working practices and provide guidance to students when using workshop equipment.
• Construct prototypes, models, jigs, and teaching aids to support practical learning activities.
• Set up and dismantle practical lesson equipment before and after lessons.
• Assist students with project work, coursework, and practical assignments.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe workshop environment.
• Support practical assessments and examination coursework preparation.
Equipment and Resource Management
• Maintain, service, and repair workshop machinery, tools, and specialist equipment.
• Carry out regular checks of machinery such as pillar drills, band saws, sanding machines, and laser cutters.
• Monitor stock levels of materials including wood, plastics, metals, electronic components, and consumables.
• Order and manage supplies to ensure resources are available for lessons and projects.
• Maintain tool storage systems and ensure equipment is returned and stored safely.
• Assist with installation of new machinery or workshop equipment.
• Organise and maintain resource storage areas and preparation rooms.
Health and Safety Compliance
• Ensure all workshop activities comply with health and safety legislation and school policies.
• Carry out risk assessments for practical activities and machinery use.
• Ensure compliance with CLEAPSS guidance and safe workshop practices.
• Monitor safe storage of hazardous materials, chemicals, and sharp tools.
• Ensure correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE) by students and staff.
• Dispose of waste materials safely and in accordance with school procedures.
• Maintain health and safety records and accident logs.
Technical Support and Preparation
• Prepare equipment and resources for demonstrations and practical lessons.
• Support teachers with preparation of student coursework and design projects.
• Assist in the production of teaching resources including templates, models, and examples.
• Support the use of CAD software, 3D printers, and laser cutting equipment where applicable.
• Assist with maintenance of computers and software used for design and manufacturing processes.
• Provide technical troubleshooting support for workshop equipment.
Data Management and Record Keeping
• Maintain accurate records of equipment maintenance and servicing schedules.
• Monitor and update stock inventory systems for materials and tools.
• Record safety inspections and machinery checks.
• Assist in preparing reports on resource usage and equipment needs.
• Maintain documentation for compliance, inspections, and audits.
Communication and Support
• Work closely with Design & Technology teachers to ensure lessons are well prepared.
• Provide advice to staff and students on the safe use of equipment and materials.
• Liaise with suppliers and contractors regarding equipment servicing and deliveries.
• Support departmental displays, exhibitions, and student project showcases.
• Assist with preparation for school open evenings and departmental events.
Additional Responsibilities
• Attend staff training (INSET) and departmental meetings when required.
• Support school open evenings, exhibitions, and curriculum events.
• Assist with department improvement projects and workshop upgrades.
• Support enrichment activities such as STEM clubs, robotics clubs, or design competitions.
• Undertake additional duties as directed by the Headteacher or School Business Manager.
The duties outlined above reflect the current requirements of the role and may be reviewed through the performance management process.
Safeguarding Statement
The school in St Albans is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and satisfactory references.
Person Specification
Experience
• Experience working in a school, workshop, or technical support environment (desirable)
• Experience using workshop machinery and tools
• Experience supporting practical learning environments or training settings
• Experience managing stock, equipment, or workshop resources
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Strong practical and technical skills in workshop environments
• Good knowledge of health and safety procedures in practical settings
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work safely
• Ability to prioritise tasks and manage competing demands
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Competent IT skills including Microsoft Office and design software where applicable
• Ability to support students in a practical learning environment
How to Apply
If this DT Technician position at a renowned school in St Albans looks like the job for you, please submit your CV below. We look forward to hearing from you!
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