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Job Description: Private Tutor for Primary School Children with SEND and SEMH Position: Private Tutor Location: Flexible (In-person or online) Hours: Part-time or full-time, based on availability Salary: Competitive, depending on experience and qualifications Role Overview We are seeking a compassionate, patient, and experienced private tutor to provide one-on-one teaching support for primary school children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges. The tutor will focus on delivering personalized learning plans, fostering academic progress, and building confidence in a supportive and nurturing environment. Key Responsibilities 1. Personalized Learning Support: • Design and deliver tailored lesson plans that address the individual learning needs and abilities of each child. • Support core primary subjects (e.g., literacy, numeracy, and science) while incorporating the child’s interests to enhance engagement. 2. Emotional and Social Development: • Build positive relationships to establish trust and a sense of safety. • Use strategies to support the child’s emotional regulation and social interaction skills. • Create a calm and structured learning environment that reduces anxiety and promotes focus. 3. Progress Monitoring and Reporting: • Assess and track the child’s progress, adjusting teaching methods and goals as needed. • Provide regular updates to parents/carers, including detailed progress reports and strategies for at-home support. 4. Collaboration with Professionals: • Work closely with parents, schools, and other professionals (e.g., therapists, SENCOs) to ensure a cohesive approach to the child’s education and development. 5. Incorporating SEND Strategies: • Implement appropriate teaching techniques such as scaffolding, multi-sensory learning, and the use of visual aids. • Use assistive technology or tools, as required, to support learning. Qualifications and Skills Essential: • Proven experience working with primary school children, particularly those with SEND and SEMH needs. • Understanding of individualized education plans (IEPs) and effective intervention strategies. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage children and liaise with parents and professionals. • Patience, empathy, and adaptability to cater to diverse learning styles and challenges. • Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection policies. Desirable: • Relevant teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, QTS, or equivalent). • Additional training in SEND/SEMH (e.g., Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, trauma-informed approaches). • Experience with assistive technology or therapeutic techniques (e.g., sensory integration, play therapy). Benefits • Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a child’s life. • Flexible working hours and location. • Access to ongoing professional development and training opportunities. • Supportive and collaborative work environment. How to Apply If you are passionate about helping children with SEND and SEMH reach their full potential, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and suitability for the role This role offers the opportunity to provide vital support and help shape a brighter future for children with unique learning needs.

Job Title: Nursery Manager Location: Growing Together Nursery, Leytonstone Reports to: Nursery Directors Job Type: Full-Time Salary: Based on experience About Us Growing Together Nursery is a welcoming and supportive environment where children thrive, and staff grow. We’re seeking a passionate and experienced Nursery Manager to oversee our operations, ensuring exceptional care and early education for every child. Role Overview As Nursery Manager, you’ll lead the daily operations, manage staff, communicate with parents, and maintain compliance with all regulations. You’ll foster a nurturing environment, ensuring children’s individual needs are met while achieving educational goals. Key Responsibilities • Staff Management: Recruit, train, and supervise staff, create rotas, and provide professional development. • Childcare & Education: Implement age-appropriate curriculum, monitor progress, and ensure all children’s needs are met. • Parent Relations: Build strong relationships with parents, resolve concerns, and encourage involvement. • Compliance: Ensure the nursery meets safeguarding, health, and safety standards. • Administration: Manage budgets, financial operations, and maintain accurate records. • Facility Management: Oversee premises and resources, ensuring safety and cleanliness. Skills & Qualifications • Degree or qualification in Early Childhood Education or related field. • 3-5 years’ childcare experience, including 2+ years in management. • Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills. • Knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and health & safety. • First Aid and Safeguarding certification (or willingness to obtain). Preferred Skills • Experience in budgeting and administration. • Knowledge of early years frameworks. • Multilingual abilities are a bonus. Benefits • Competitive salary. • Career progression and professional development opportunities. • Supportive and collaborative work environment. • Regular working hours (Monday to Friday).

IMMEDIATE START WEST NORWOOD AREA ONLY APPLY IF THESE LOCATIONS ARE SUITABLE !!!!!!!!!!! Job description Immediate start The main duties and responsibilities of the post holder are indicated below, other duties of an appropriate nature and level will also be required 1. Assist in the provision of a variety of appropriate learning opportunities for children and young people some of whom may require special attention and/or will have come from various racial, cultural and religious backgrounds. 2. Lead groups of children in specific sport, game craft and learning activities. Manage behaviours and adapt the activity to meet the needs of groups or individuals. Prepares for activities. 3. Evaluate events and activities and contribute to the development of the service including making recommendations for change and development of the activities. 4. Supervise children to ensure safe use of equipment and facility without endangering themselves or other users. 5. Check that play and learning conditions conform to the appropriate health and safety standards and are suitable for the group and activity planned. Contribute to the corporate responsibility for continuously checking that the premises, gates, etc are secure, reporting defects promptly to the leader in charge. 6. In conjunction with the leader in charge, liaise with other workers to share activities and skills to ensure a range of complementary activities are available. Support and advise less experienced workers in activities. 7. Ensure that the Young People Matter equal opportunities and standards are integrated into all aspects of the service. 8. Undertake first line child protection measures, reporting areas of concern to the senior Manager. 9. Publicise the service and special events through assisting in the production of leaflets, posters, and information bulletins. 10. Assist in maintaining contacts with teachers, parents and users of play service to increase the uptake of existing services, to design or tailor additional services to resolve problems. 11. Contribute to keeping local records appropriate to the service. 12. At the direction of the senior Manager / senior Project, support the operation of holiday clubs, including enrolment and operation. 13. Child protection · To have due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to follow the child protection procedures adopted by Young People Matter Policy.

Job description We are seeking a passionate, dedicated, and experienced professional to take a lead role in establishing and managing a Children’s Home. The property is a spacious five-bedroom house designed to accommodate up to three children, aged 11 to 15 with emotional difficulties, who are in need of a nurturing, safe, and structured environment. This role is ideal for someone who has previous experience in residential childcare management and is deeply committed to positively impacting young lives. Key Responsibilities - Lead the process of setting up the Children’s Home in accordance with local and national regulations and standards for children’s residential services. Ensure all aspects meet safety and regulatory standards. - Oversee all daily operations, ensuring a structured, therapeutic, and supportive environment that caters to the physical, emotional, and social needs of each child. - Recruit, train, and supervise a team of care staff. Conduct regular appraisals and support staff development to maintain a high standard of care. - Develop and oversee individualized care plans tailored to each child’s needs, monitoring progress, and adjusting as necessary. Facilitate positive activities and programs to promote growth, resilience, and independence. - Ensure safeguarding practices are followed rigorously and risk assessments are conducted regularly. Address and document any safeguarding concerns in line with best practices and legal requirements. - Build and maintain strong relationships with external agencies, families, and community resources to support each child’s holistic development and social reintegration. - Manage budgets, ensure effective resource allocation, and track expenses in line with organisational guidelines. Qualifications and Experience Essential: Proven experience in managing or supervising a children’s home or similar residential care facility. In-depth knowledge of child protection, safeguarding regulations, and care standards. Qualifications in social work, child care, or a related field (e.g., NVQ Level 5 in Leadership for Health and Social Care or equivalent). Strong understanding of the challenges facing children aged 11–15, particularly those in care. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Desirable: Experience working with children with behavioral or emotional challenges. Familiarity with local authority procedures and regulatory bodies. Benefits: - continuous growth: access ongoing training and development - ⁠Ofsted Outstanding Bonus - ⁠we cover the cost of your DBS check Attributes Empathy and resilience Exceptional leadership and organisational skills Strong decision-making ability and problem-solving mindset Passionate about child welfare and personal development Application Process To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an initial interview, followed by an assessment of management and child care skills. This job description should attract individuals who are experienced, qualified, and genuinely interested in improving the lives of children in a residential setting. Job Type: Full-time Pay: £40,000.00-£58,000.00 per year Benefits: Company pension Schedule: Monday to Friday Work Location: In person Application deadline: 30/01/2025 Expected start date: 06/03/2025

Little Footsteps has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Nursery Manager who is passionate about delivering high quality services to children. Main activities: • Overall day to day management responsibility for the nursery. • To be responsible for the efficient running of the nursery and overall delivery of a high quality service. • To ensure that the nursery provides a safe, caring, stimulating educational environment, both indoors and outdoors, at all times. • To ensure that the nursery plans an appropriate play based Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum that enables children to make individual progress. • To ensure the nursery meets Ofsted requirements at all times. • To manage, supervise and support the nursery staff. • To work as a member of the team to contribute to the childcare and help deliver the Early Years Curriculum. • To work with other professionals in the local area for the benefit of children and families. • To ensure all staff understand and work to nursery policies and procedures, including how to deal with child protection issues appropriately and how to respond to incidents, accidents, complaints and emergencies. • Take responsibility for planning, which ensures each child is working towards their early learning goals. • To organise and participate in the key person system. • To conduct staff appraisals and supervisions as appropriate and to identify staff training needs. • To ensure all records are properly maintained in accordance with the policies and procedures of the Charity. • To liaise closely with parents/carers, informing them about the nursery and its curriculum, exchanging information about children’s progress and encouraging parents’ involvement. • To undertake any other reasonable duties as directed by the Director • To maintain accurate records for the nursery and produce management information as required.

The Rock Project, the UK & Ireland's leading rock and pop music school will be opening in early March 2025. We are currently looking for an energetic and passionate Manager to teach & inspire small groups of 7-11 & 12-18 year olds at our Canary Wharf/ Isle of Dogs school on a Saturday. The successful candidate would have good teaching experience in either electric guitar, bass guitar, drums or vocals, and a passion for teaching children aged 7+. They are required to drive to the venue and is responsible for the set up, run and logistics of the session, with help of a Session Assistant. This position involves working with children therefore the successful applicant will be required to apply for an enhanced DBS disclosure, or already hold one that has been issued within the last 3 years. We are looking for someone who: - Is a reliable and professional musician - Has experience and enjoys teaching children in groups of up to 5 students - Can build positive relationships with both adults and children - Has a passion for and have good knowledge of Electric Guitar, Bass Guitar, Drums or Vocals - Is outgoing, friendly, inspiring and able to lead a lesson - Has experience of leading music session within a large group setting (desirable) - Is dependable and committed to providing high quality music education - Is self-employed and hold a UTR (or can register as self-employed) - Has an enhanced DBS certificate (or willing to get one) - Has a commitment to safeguarding - Can drive, with full UK driving license Role of a Session Manager: - Assume control of the van and equipment - Drive the equipment to and from the session - Set up the session in time for the start time - Run the session as stipulated by The Rock Project – 2 hours for Junior Session and 2 hours for Senior Session - Deal with any parent queries at the session, anything ‘admin’ is to be referred to the franchisee - Pack down the gear with care into the van - Report any broken equipment to the franchisee They will also be expected to: - Plan each session and write a schedule of songs for upcoming weeks/ term - Liaise and take charge of the tutors via the Whatsapp tutor group - Mark the quizzes each week - Print out both quiz tables and any new student registration forms (this will be emailed to you) - Provide welcome pack and reg form for new students’ parent when they arrive - Catch up with tutors about how lessons have gone and report back any problems/disruptive students to the franchisee - Be aware of The Rock Project child protection policy during the group hour. Watch out for any students who are struggling. Keep on top of any safeguarding matters. - RUN A GOOD SESSION! Keep it light and fun for all the students! Equipment provided. Salary: £120 per day plus bonus scheme