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We welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity in our workforce.
The Federation provides a comprehensive professional development programme tailored to the needs of individual staff at all stages of their careers. There is a package of employee benefits available for all Blue Coat Federation employees.
Appointments are subject to DBS enhanced clearance, plus 2 suitable professional references. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Should you be interested in applying please visit our website www.bluecoatfederation.co.uk and download the Job Description and Application form, unfortunately, CVs will not be accepted. Alternatively please contact lharper@bluecoatfederation.co.uk for an electronic application pack to be sent to you.
Please return all applications to:-
Mrs. L. Harper, Federation Business Manager, Blue Coat Church of England (Aided) Infant and Junior Schools’ Federation, Springhill Road, Walsall, WS1 2LP
Email:- lharper@bluecoatfederation.co.uk.
Telephone: 01922 720921 Fax: 01922 640013
Family Support Worker
Permanent
Main scale G6 £29,093 - £33,366 pro rata actual salary £22,078 - £25,320
32.5 Hours per week term time only
Blue Coat Governors wish to appoint a Family Support Worker to start as soon as possible.
The Governors are looking to recruit a well-motivated, enthusiastic, and resourceful Family Support Worker with previous experience of delivering effective and dynamic support to both children and families in the primary setting. The role is wide ranging working across both the Infant and Junior schools and will include such things as improving attendance, working with outside agencies, signposting families, making referrals, attending meetings, home visits, co-ordinating Families First (Early Help) support, running sessions for parents and supporting children in school to overcome barriers to learning. You will be one of the trained DSLs in school.
Candidates must have relevant qualifications, have excellent communication skills to develop effective relationships with both children and families and be able to work within appropriate professional boundaries.
What we are looking for:-
- Level 3 in child care, social care or family support work or equivalent qualification is desirable
- Ability to engage with parents/care giver on a one to one basis
- An awareness of Safeguarding and Child protection Issues
- Able to work independently with minimal supervision
- An understanding and knowledge of child attachment
- Previous demonstrable experience of working directly with children on both a one-to-one and group basis
- The role requires travel to homes, therefore driving is an essential part of the role. It is essential that candidates have use of their own vehicle which has suitable business insurance and a full driving licence. Travel expenses to carry out the role are provided.
There is a package or employee benefits available for all Blue Coat Federation employees.
At interview, candidates will be asked for photo identification and proof of qualifications. An online and social media check will be carried out for shortlisted applicants. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
We welcome applicants regardless of gender, age, ethnicity or religion.
Application forms, Job Description and Person Specification can be found on the Blue Coat Federation Website under Vacancies, alternatively please email Mrs L Harper Federation Business Manager for a pack. Email: lharper@bluecoatfederation.co.uk
Website: www.bluecoatfederation.co.uk
Last date for receipt of completed applications: Thursday 3rd April 12pm
Class Teacher
Permanent
Main scale or UPS depending on skills and experience
To start: 1st September, 2025
We are a Federation of the Blue Coat Infant and Junior schools. The two schools share a commitment to high standards and a strong Christian ethos. We enjoy strong support from our parents and the schools successfully serve their multi-faith community. Both schools are three form entry and there are over 650 children attending the two schools. The Federation also has a 16 place specialist resource provision for children with complex communication needs.
The Governors are looking to appoint a highly effective teacher. The successful applicant could be based in either the Infant or the Junior School and experience across all primary key stages is desirable.
The Federation provides a comprehensive professional development programme tailored to the needs of individual staff at all stages of their careers.
We welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity in our workforce.
There is an exclusive package of employee benefits available for all Blue Coat Federation employees.
An online and social media search will be carried out for all shortlisted applicants. Appointment is subject to DBS enhanced clearance plus 2 suitable professional references. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Informal visits to the schools are welcome. Please contact the Executive Head, Mr. Anthony Orlik, by emailing aorlik@bluecoatfederation.co.uk to make an appointment for a visit or to have a telephone discussion about the position.
Application forms and further details are available by emailing aorlik@bluecoatfederation.co.uk or through the Federation website: https://www.bluecoatfederation.co.uk
Or Telephone: 01922 720921 Fax: 01922 640013
Last date for receipt of completed application: 12 noon on Thursday 3rd April
Are you interesting in training to teach?
Barr Beacon in partnership with Ryders Hayes School. Here you can train to do a School Centred Initial Teacher Training (SCITT). For more information scan the QR code below. Alternatively you can visit BBSCITT.
