Independent Chair - Birmingham Education Board Location: Birmingham (in-person attendance required) Term: Two-year appointment, with potential for reappointment Time Commitment: Approximately 6 days per year Birmingham City Council is seeking an accomplished and independent leader to chair the Birmingham Education Board, a citywide partnership dedicated to improving outcomes for children and young people. Bringing together senior leaders from schools, Multi Academy Trusts, Early Years, Post-16 provision, Birmingham City Council, Birmingham Children's Trust and wider partners, the Board provides strategic leadership across Birmingham's education system. As Independent Chair, you will provide impartial leadership, facilitate constructive challenge, and help drive collective accountability across key priorities including educational attainment, inclusion, attendance, school improvement, system leadership and strategic risk. Key Responsibilities Chair Board meetings with...

Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) needed ASAP Location: Birmingham and surrounding areas Reports to: Headteacher / Senior Leadership Team Salary: 150 - 250 per day, dependent on experience and role Contract Type: Full-time / Part-time / Long-term / Temporary Working Hours: School hours, dependent on setting Job Overview: We are currently seeking experienced and dedicated SENCOs to work across a range of schools and educational settings in Birmingham and the surrounding areas. These opportunities may be based within mainstream primary or secondary schools, specialist SEND settings, or alternative provision, supporting pupils with a wide range of special educational needs and disabilities. As a SENCO, you will play a key role in coordinating SEND provision, supporting staff and working closely with pupils, families and external professionals to ensure children and young people receive appropriate support to meet their individual needs. We are looking for SENCOs who are...

Job Title: Educational Psychologist Location: Wolverhampton Client: Wolverhampton City Council Pay Rate: 600 per day Contract Type: Temporary / Locum Working Arrangement: Face-to-Face Visits Driving: Essential (Full UK Driving Licence required) Role Overview We are seeking an experienced and qualified Educational Psychologist to join Wolverhampton City Council on a locum basis. The successful candidate will provide psychological services to support children and young people, working collaboratively with schools, families, and other professionals to promote positive educational outcomes. Key Responsibilities Conduct psychological assessments and provide evidence-based interventions for children and young people. Work closely with schools, parents, and multi-agency teams to develop strategies that support learning and emotional well-being. Prepare detailed reports and recommendations based on assessments and observations. Deliver consultations and training...

Role Overview: Join Our Busy Bees Family – Start Your Career in Early Years Today!   Are you passionate about working with children and ready to begin a rewarding career in the Early Years sector? At Busy Bees, the UK’s leading nursery group, we’re looking for enthusiastic, caring individuals to join us as Early Years Apprentices. Whether you’re taking your first step into childcare or looking to grow your skills, this is your chance to learn, develop, and make a real difference every day.   Why Choose a Busy Bees Apprenticeship? As an Apprentice, you will: Work alongside experienced, inspiring Early Years professionals Receive dedicated support and mentoring throughout your qualification Take part in bespoke Learning & Development courses Be regularly visited by your Development Coach for feedback and guidance Gain the skills, confidence, and experience needed for a long-term career in childcare Our apprentices are valued members of the team — you won't just...

Kids Planet is an independent, family run group of nurseries providing the highest standard of nursery care across the UK. What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day? Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, we do things with heart and we're passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years. Join Kids Planet Moseley as an Early Years Educator! - This is a fixed term contract to cover maternity leave. We're now looking for a Qualified Early Years Educator to join our team, someone who's ready to get stuck in, spark imaginations, and help children thrive. Why Kids Planet Moseley? Small friendly setting with great garden space Strong community links Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26 Ranked UK Best Workplaces for Women 2025 Crowned NMT's Large Nursery Group of the Year, for the second...

Domestic Abuse Advocate Educator A rewarding opportunity for a confident, organised and compassionate domestic abuse professional to deliver training for GP teams and provide trauma-informed advocacy, risk assessment and safety planning across Black Country communities. This role is known officially as an IRIS Advocate Educator . If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: IRIS Advocate Educator, Domestic Abuse Advocate, Domestic Violence Advisor, Domestic Abuse Support Worker, Domestic Abuse Trainer, Domestic Abuse Practitioner, Domestic Abuse Caseworker, Victim Support Worker, Violence Against Women and Girls Advocate, Advocacy Worker Benefits include 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, a wellbeing day, 5% employer pension contribution and access to group clinical supervision.   PLEASE NOTE: Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies. The post holder...

Kids Planet is an independent, family run group of nurseries providing the highest standard of nursery care across the UK. What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day? Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, we do things with heart and we're passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years. Join Kids Planet Waterfront as an Early Years Educator! We're now looking for a Qualified Early Years Educator to join our team, someone who's ready to get stuck in, spark imaginations, and help children thrive. Why Kids Planet Waterfront? Small nursery with a family feel Good location and ample on-site parking. Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26 Ranked UK Best Workplaces for Women 2025 Crowned NMT's Large Nursery Group of the Year, for the second year running 80% Childcare Discount - T&Cs...

Kids Planet is an independent, family run group of nurseries providing the highest standard of nursery care across the UK. What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day? Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, we do things with heart and we're passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years. Join Kids Planet Kingswinford as an Early Years Educator! We're now looking for a Qualified Early Years Educator to join our team, someone who's ready to get stuck in, spark imaginations, and help children thrive. THIS IS A FIXED TERM CONTRACT Why Kids Planet Kingswinford? Well established team Great career opportunities Free parking - Good transport links Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26 Ranked UK Best Workplaces for Women 2025 Crowned NMT's Large Nursery Group of the Year, for the second...

Lead the Past, Influence the Future Job Title: Admissions Manager Location: Pattison School, Coventry, CV3 1FQ Salary: Up to £30,000 per annum ( depending on experience ) Hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent 52 Weeks Start: November 2026 UK applicants only No sponsorship About our school Pattison School is a small, nurturing independent school with a strong ethos of care, creativity and community. We are committed to supporting every child to thrive academically, socially and artistically. Our size allows us to know each student as an individual and to create an environment where they feel valued, supported and inspired. The Role At Pattison School, we believe every family's journey should begin with a warm welcome, expert guidance and exceptional support. We're looking for an enthusiastic and relationship-focused Admissions Manager to lead and develop our admissions process, helping families discover the life-changing...

£35,232 - £41,808 Assuming good attendance and up to four sleep-ins per month Could you be the person they remember? Maybe you taught them how to cook their favourite meal. Took them to their first football match. Helped them through a day they really didn't want to face. Or were simply there, every time you said you would be. At Witherslack Group those moments matter. As a Children's Residential Support Worker, you'll help create a safe, nurturing home where young people can build confidence, develop independence and look towards their future. A Place to Call Home Our children's home in Rugby is rated Outstanding by Ofsted and provides a warm, nurturing environment where young people can feel safe, supported and able to be themselves. "Children are thriving because of the care they receive in this child-centred, highly supportive environment. Children's experiences and progress are at the heart of everything and they make significant, sustained...

£37,254 - £41,808 assuming good attendance and up to 4 sleep ins per month We offer flexible rotas, although weekend working will still be required Those huge small victories Working in our Children's Homes means being a part of a young person's day to day life. This means being there for the highest highs and lowest lows. Our shift leaders enable our young people to get their childhood back and create pathways to become well rounded adults - an incredibly rewarding role to have. There will be challenges along the way but there will also be the smallest moments which feel like a huge small victory! Our homes accommodate young people with social, emotional and mental health needs, and our aim is to create the best possible outcome for the young people in our care. Our shift leaders are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. Get out what you put in You'll be a part of...

£30,849 - £33,896 assuming good attendance Hours: Waking nights (4 on / 4 off) Those huge small victories Working in our Children's Homes means being a part of a young person's day to day life. This means being there for the highest highs and lowest lows. Our night support workers are a part of enabling our young people to get their childhood back and create pathways to become well rounded adults - an incredibly rewarding role to have. There will be challenges along the way but there will also be the smallest moments which feel like a huge small victory! Our homes accommodate young people with social, emotional and mental health needs, and our aim is to create the best possible outcome for the young people in our care. Our night support workers are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. Get out what you put in You'll take care of the home and our young people...

Total package: Up to £69,360 (7 bed children's home) PLUS 30% bonus accrued each year Those huge small victories Working in our Children's Homes means being a part of a young person's day to day life. This means being there for the highest highs and lowest lows. As a Registered Manager you will make sure that the home environment can support this by ensuring both your staff and the young people feel secure, safe and motivated. There will be challenges along the way but there will also be the smallest moments which feel like a huge small victory! Our homes accommodate young people with social, emotional and mental health needs, and our aim is to create the best possible outcome for the young people in our care. This is all made possible because our service is holistic and touches on every aspect of our young people's developmental needs. From our Psychologists and Occupational Therapists to many other clinical team members who feed into the overall picture we...

Job Title: Cover Supervisor Location: Coventry Start Date: October 2026 Salary: £110 - £150 per day Are you confident managing a classroom and keeping students engaged with their learning? Do you have experience working with young people in a secondary school setting? Are you adaptable, reliable and able to confidently deliver pre-planned lessons across a range of subjects? TeacherActive is proud to be working with a mainstream Secondary School based in Coventry. The school provides a supportive learning environment with a focus on maintaining high expectations and encouraging students to engage positively with their education. The school is looking for a Cover Supervisor for long-term placements, with flexible day-to-day work also available. The successful Cover Supervisor will supervise classes across the secondary age range, deliver pre-planned work, manage classroom behaviour and ensure students remain focused and engaged with their learning. The successful Cover...

CALLING ALL KS2 TEACHERS IN COVENTRY Our Primary Schools are looking for caring, enthusiastic KS2 Class Teachers to join our welcoming team in Coventry, West Midlands. If you're passionate about helping children thrive, inspiring a love of learning and making a positive difference to children's lives, we'd be excited to hear from you. We have warm and inclusive primary schools, proud to serve our local community in Coventry. We are committed to creating a nurturing environment where every child feels safe, valued and supported to achieve their full potential. As part of our dedicated team, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to a vibrant learning environment, where high expectations, creativity and collaboration help our children flourish. What We're Looking For Experience teaching across Key Stage 2, with a strong understanding of the primary curriculum A nurturing approach, with high expectations for every child Someone who brings creativity, positivity and a genuine...

Join our dynamic team as a Senior Associate, Payroll & Rewards Operations and be part of an organization that values precision, efficiency, and exceptional service in managing our most valuable asset - our people! What will you do: Process and manage employee payroll operations while ensuring compliance with local laws, regulations, and collective agreements Handle time tracking and absence management systems with attention to detail and accuracy Provide responsive support to employees, HR Business Partners, and managers for payroll-related inquiries Support digital transformation initiatives and system improvements in collaboration with Schneider Digital Manage administrative responsibilities for payroll processing and training programs through shared service centers What will make you successful: Strong foundation in payroll processing and administration Detail-oriented mindset with excellent organizational skills Knowledge of payroll...

Join Our Inclusive Nursery Team in Coventry! Are you passionate about creating an inclusive, nurturing environment where every child feels safe, valued and supported to reach their full potential? Would you love to be part of a fantastic, supportive and enthusiastic team that works collaboratively to create magical, meaningful and memorable experiences for every child, regardless of their individual needs, background or circumstances? If so, we would love to hear from you! At our nurseries in Coventry, we are committed to providing high-quality early years care and education in a welcoming environment where every child belongs, every achievement is celebrated and every individual is encouraged to thrive. We recognise that every child is unique, with their own strengths, interests and learning needs. Our team works closely with families and relevant professionals to promote children's learning, development, wellbeing and inclusion, ensuring that all children have opportunities to...

Behaviour Support required- Coventry Full time, long term! I am recruiting for experienced pro-active individuals that are child centred providing specialist behavioural support to pupils in the Coventry area starting as soon as possible! The Behaviours support assistant role is for regular, temporary work, that's flexible and term time only. If you are exploring opportunities of working with vulnerable children, wanting to support them in behavioural interventions, engaging projects and understanding their needs apply now. We are looking for experienced individuals and graduates looking to gain a further understanding to enhance their career or find a role that does have genuine career development in a temporary to permanent role within one of the settings. You may already have experience as a behaviour support assistant, and you have previously worked within a similar setting and have transferrable skills. If you would like further information, please contact me on (phone...

Location: Ryton-on-Dunsmore Pay Rate: 19.61 - 20.45 per hour (plus 1.5x overtime rate) Class 1 Driver - Training : Our client in Ryton-on-Dunsmore is opening a driving school for new and inexperienced Class 1 drivers Candidates will complete 2 to 3 days of driver training followed by a final assessment Upon successful completion of the assessment, candidates will move into ongoing work with our client Please note: all training days are unpaid Class 1 Driver - Rates of Pay: Standard Rate (Weeks 1-12): Days (04:00 - 22:00): 19.61 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay, PAYE only) Nights (22:00 - 04:00): 19.89 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay, PAYE only) Post-12 Weeks: Days: 19.90 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay, PAYE only) Nights: 20.45 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay, PAYE only) Overtime: 1.5x for your 6th consecutive shift Class 1 Driver - Shifts and Hours: Shifts available 7 days a week Night start windows: 22:00 - 02:00...

Exams Officer Take ownership of a key school service, leading accurate, compliant internal and external examinations. You’ll bring examination experience in an education setting, current JCQ knowledge and strong organisation. If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Examinations Officer, Examination Officer, Exam Officer, Exams Coordinator, Examinations Coordinator, Exams Administrator, Examinations Administrator, Exams Manager Benefits include pension scheme, professional development opportunities, online retail discount and an Employee Assistance Programme.   SALARY: Grade 5, £29,837 - £35,940 per annum (£27,219 - £35,940 per annum pro-rata) + Benefits LOCATION: Coventry, West Midlands (CV1) JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent WORKING HOURS: 37 hours per week / 41 weeks per year. Five days must cover the results period in August. Monday to Thursday, 8.00am – 4.00pm; Friday, 8.00am –...