Senior Welfare Boarding Worker – Term Time at William Morris School
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Children Support Worker at Cotswold Chine School
Approx. salary £37,000
Make a Real Difference – Join Novalis Trust
Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can genuinely change lives? Cotswold Chine School is an independent special school for children and young people with complex learning needs and associated social, emotional and behavioural difficulties.
We are currently seeking compassionate and motivated Support Workers to join our dedicated residential children’s care team. This is an opportunity to be part of a supportive organisation that values kindness, professional development, and high-quality care.
About the Role
As a Support Worker, you will:
- Build positive and meaningful relationships with children and young people
• Provide care, encouragement, and guidance to help each child reach their full potential
• Support children and young people with their emotional wellbeing, daily routines, and personal development
• Help create a safe, nurturing, and supportive home environment
• Work collaboratively as part of a caring and supportive team
What We Offer
We believe in supporting and rewarding our staff, which is why we offer:
- From £13.10 per hour, with enhanced weekend rates and increased pay for staff qualified to RQF Level 3
• £89 sleep-in rate, equating to an average salary of approximately £37,000 per year
• Fixed 2-week rota with every other weekend off
• Excellent training and development opportunities, including RQF Level 3 and Level 4 Certificate in Trauma-Informed Care
• Equivalent of 6 weeks’ annual leave (pro rata)
• Clear career progression opportunities within the Trust
• Supportive team environment with strong community values
• Pension scheme
• Free onsite parking
• Free meals provided during shifts
• Eligibility to apply for a Blue Light Card
• Health Cash Plan for employees
• Employee welcome bonus of up to £600 within your first year (subject to PAYE deductions)
What We’re Looking For
We would love to hear from people who are:
- Kind, caring, reliable, and adaptable
• Passionate about supporting children and young people
• Able to adapt their approach to meet individual needs
• Creative in finding solutions and overcoming challenges
• Experienced in person-centred support work (desirable but not essential)
• Eager to learn and develop professionally
Additional Information
This position is known internally as a Key Worker.
Once you register your interest, an application pack will be sent to you — please remember to check your spam or junk folder.
Novalis Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check for regulated activity.
Children’s Support Worker (Welfare Boarding Worker)
Term-time 39 weeks pa
William Morris School, (Eastington, Stonehouse, Glos GL10 3SH), part of Novalis Trust, is a charity that supports children with neurodevelopmental difficulties. The school is one of the few educational establishments in the country to adopt a truly ‘trauma-informed’ and ‘trauma-responsive’ approach to care, therapy and education.
We are currently seeking dedicated term-time only welfare staff to work in our small 39-week boarding provision, due to open in April 2026.
Hours: 39 weeks pa, term-time only working a two-week fixed rota which is on average 40 hours per week & two sleep-ins. This will also include working some weekends. Full and part time options available.
You will be establishing key support relationships with pupils in their boarding provision while providing them with the care, guidance and support they need to thrive. We offer a supportive environment with a fixed two-week rota.
What we offer:
- Excellent training opportunities – including RQF Level 3, Level 4 Certificate in Trauma Informed Care
- From £13.10 per hour (£13.80 at weekends) and higher rates of pay for staff with RQF Level 3) and £89 sleep-in rate
- Full time and part time options available
- Staff are supported in a community setting with good team relationships
- Term time holidays in line with Gloucestershire schools
- Clear career progression path for staff who wish to develop their careers within the Trust
- Free onsite parking and free lunch/meals provided
- Entitled to apply for Blue Light discount card
- Health Cash Plan for Employees
- Employee welcome bonus where you could earn an additional £600 in the first year, with payments made between 6 weeks and 1 year (subject to the normal PAYE deductions)
Requirements for the role:
- Some experience of working with people in a person-centred way is desirable but not essential
- An ability to adapt your approach to individual needs and come up with creative solutions to overcome challenges will also help
- Kind, caring, adaptable and reliable
Novalis Trust is committed to Safeguarding. If shortlisted, you will receive a self-disclosure form to complete and return to us prior to interview. All applications will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced Check for Regulated Activity.
Senior Welfare (Boarding) Worker
Term-time 39 weeks pa
William Morris school part of Novalis Trust, is a charity that supports children with neurodevelopmental difficulties. The school is one of the few educational establishments in the country to adopt a truly ‘trauma-informed’ and ‘trauma-responsive’ approach to care, therapy and education.
We are currently seeking a dedicated Senior Welfare (Boarding) Worker to work in our small 39-week boarding provision, due to open in April 2026.
This is an exciting opportunity to take a senior role in the opening and development of a new provision. You will support the Head of Boarding in creating a positive environment that enables pupils to meet their outcomes and work closely with staff from our therapeutic, Youth Support, Care and Education teams.
Responsibilities for this role:
- Be responsible for ensuring that the boarding provision is run in line with the vision for boarding at William Morris School, Novalis Trust
- Support the Head of Boarding to ensure the implementation and maintenance of National Minimum Standards within the boarding provision practices and processes.
- Support the Head of Boarding to support the development of boarding at William Morris School, Novalis Trust
- Act as an appropriate role model for all the boarders
Benefits for this role include:
- Excellent training opportunities including the Level 4 Certificate in Trauma Informed Care.
- FTE £39,145.60 pa (Pro rata for 39 weeks)
- Equivalent of 5.6 weeks annual leave per year pro rata – to be taken during the school holidays
- Pension Scheme
- Free onsite parking and free lunch/meals provided
- Entitled to apply for Blue Light discount card
- Health Cash Plan for Employees
- Employee welcome bonus where you could earn an additional £600 in the first year, with payments made between 6 weeks and 1 year (subject to the normal PAYE deductions)
Hours for this role:
- 39-week contract working a 2-week fixed term time rota, with 2 contracted sleep ins per week (term time).
- 3/4 days off per week (generally 2/3 weekdays and 1 day each weekend)
- Full and Part Time options available
Requirements for this role are:
- A Level 3 qualification in Residential Care
- Previous experience working with vulnerable children or adults
- Experience of working with people in a person-centred way
- Able to take the lead in the boarding provision whilst working in the home; supporting less experienced staff
- An ability to adapt your approach to individual needs and come up with creative solutions to overcome challenges will also help.
- A keenness to learn and a willingness to implement our model of approach and best practice models
- Kind, caring, adaptable and reliable
An application pack will be sent out once you register your interest, please check your spam folder for this.
Novalis Trust is committed to Safeguarding. If shortlisted, you will receive a self-disclosure form to complete and return to us prior to interview. All applications will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced Check for Regulated Activity.
Senior Children Support Workers/Deputy House Managers
£39-£42,000 depending on experience
Make a Real Difference – Join Novalis Trust
Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can genuinely change lives? Cotswold Chine School is an independent special school for children and young people with complex learning needs and associated social, emotional and behavioural difficulties.
We are currently seeking compassionate and motivated Deputy House Managers and Senior Support Workers to join our dedicated residential children’s care team. This is an opportunity to be part of a supportive organisation that values kindness, professional development, and high-quality care.
About the Role
As a Deputy House Manager or Senior Support Worker, you will:
- Build positive and meaningful relationships with children and young people
- Provide care, encouragement, and guidance to help each child reach their full potential
- Support the delivery of trauma-informed and best-practice care approaches
- Lead by example, helping to guide and mentor less experienced team members
- Play an important role in creating a safe, nurturing, and supportive home environment
What We Offer
We believe in supporting and rewarding our staff, which is why we offer:
- Competitive salary of £39,000 – £42,000 per year
- Opportunities to earn extra through duty manager duties once experienced
- Fixed 2-week rota with 2 sleep-in shifts per week
- Excellent training and development opportunities, including recognised qualifications in Trauma-Informed Care and Family Work
- Equivalent of 6 weeks’ annual leave (pro rata)
- Supportive team environment with strong community values
- Pension scheme
- Free onsite parking
- Free meals provided during shifts
- Eligibility to apply for a Blue Light Card
- Health Cash Plan for employees
- Employee welcome bonus of up to £600 within your first year (subject to PAYE deductions)
What We’re Looking For
We would love to hear from people who are:
- Kind, caring, reliable, and adaptable
- Passionate about supporting children and young people
- Eager to learn and develop professionally
- Qualified to Level 3 in Residential Care(desirable)
- Experienced in residential care settings (desirable)
Additional Information
Once you register your interest, an application pack will be sent to you — please remember to check your spam or junk folder.
Novalis Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check for regulated activity.
Clinical and Therapy Assistant
39 weeks pa (term-time) with the option of 52 wks
William Morris School, Eastington, Stonehouse, Glos. GL10 3SH
Would you like to make a difference and work for a charity?
Novalis Trust, is a charity that supports children and adults with Neurodevelopmental Difficulties and other learning needs. The Clinical and Therapy Assistant position is based at William Morris School and works as part of a well-established, multi-disciplinary therapy team, supporting within the different settings across the charity, such as within the education, therapy and boarding settings.
Responsibilities for this role:
- Supporting children in their therapy goals and taking part in group sessions.
- Following skills and therapy programmes as directed and devised by the therapist.
- Assisting with the implementation of identified, individual strategies in workshops to support development.
Benefits for this role include:
- Excellent training opportunities, including RQF Level 3, Level 4 Trauma Informed and Level 4 Family work qualification
- Progression and development opportunities within the Trust.
- £27,771.36 (39 wks pa) (FTE £33,040.80)
- Fixed 2-week rota
- Equivalent of 5.6 weeks annual leave per year, pro rata for 39 weeks
- The role is for 39 wks pa term-time with the option of 52 wks working the school holidays at our sister school based in Minchinhampton
- Pension Scheme
- Free onsite parking and free lunch/meals provided
- Entitled to apply for Blue Light discount card
- Health Cash Plan for Employees
- Employee welcome bonus where you could earn an additional £600 in the first year, with payments made between 6 weeks and 1 year (subject to the normal PAYE deductions)
Requirements for this role are:
- The role would ideally suit a psychology degree graduate or health and social care sciences graduate.
An application pack will be sent out once you register your interest, please check your spam folder for this.
Novalis Trust is committed to Safeguarding. If shortlisted, you will receive a self-disclosure form to complete and return to us prior to interview. All applications will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced Check for Regulated Activity.
Youth Support Worker
William Morris School, Eastington, Stonehouse, Glos. GL10 3SH
39 wks pa – with the option of 52 wks
Are you keen to work with Young People and have a passion for creativity and being active?
William Morris School, part of Novalis Trust, is a charity that supports children with Neurodevelopmental Difficulties. Youth Support Workers are pivotal in creating and supporting tailored activities for young people. As a Youth Support Worker your personality and creativity will be key in shaping and helping children pursue personal aspirations.
Responsibilities for this role include:
- Encouraging young people to engage in a variety of clubs and offsite trips.
- Planning, organising, and running half term programmes.
(All of which promote social development)
Benefits for this role include:
- Training and development opportunities which include recognised qualifications and accredited certificates.
- Salary £27,771.36 (39 wks pa) (FTE £33,040.80) with option for overtime.
- Fixed 2-week rota to include one weekend day per fortnight.
- 5.6 weeks holiday
- Pension scheme
- Clear progression career path for staff who wish to develop their careers within the Trust.
- Free onsite parking and free meals provided if working during mealtimes.
- Entitled to apply for Blue Light discount card
- Health Cash Plan for Employees
- The role is for 39 wks pa term-time with the option of 52 wks working the school holidays at our sister school based in Minchinhampton
Requirements for the role:
The role would ideally suit someone with previous experience in sports coaching/ young people’s mentoring/ performing arts/creative activities; or who holds a qualification in Psychology/Sports and Exercise /Sports Coaching/ Youth and Community/Working with Children & Families.
Successful candidates will have:
- A motivated, creative, and empathetic approach
- Enthusiasm to work with and support the development of young people
- Ability to plan, lead and participate in activities with young people
- Confidence to contribute and collaborate with the youth support team and wider care team
- A keenness to learn and implement Trauma Informed Practice
- Previous experience in working with children and young people is desired
- Driving licence –desired
SEN Class Teacher
William Morris School, Eastington, Stonehouse, Gloucestershire GL10 3SH
Full-time – permanent position
Start date: September or October 2026
Join a nurturing, trauma-informed school where relationships and wellbeing are at the heart of learning.
William Morris School (ages 7–19), part of the Novalis Trust, is seeking passionate and dedicated teachers to join our team. Whether you’re an experienced educator or newly qualified, if you’re curious about special educational needs and committed to making a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
Why join us?
Supportive Environment – Work alongside an experienced co-teacher in small class groups (4–8 pupils), with mentoring and guidance as you settle in.
Therapeutic Approach – We specialise in trauma-informed, attachment-focused, relationship-based teaching.
Training Provided – No prior SEN experience required; we’ll support your development every step of the way.
Collaborative Culture – Be part of a team that values flexibility, resilience, and strong relationships with pupils and colleagues.
We’re looking for:
Teachers with a passion for inclusive education
Individuals who are reliable, adaptable, and empathetic
Those keen to learn about trauma and attachment
We also welcome applicants with an interest in PE and horticulture/Forest School
We have opportunities across Key Stages 2–5 and we encourage all applicants to visit the school to explore where you might best fit.
Benefits:
Competitive salary on the PRP pay scale (based on experience)
Teacher Pension Scheme
Free lunch and on-site parking
£600 welcome bonus (paid between 6 weeks and 1 year – subject to PAYE deductions)
Health cash plan & Blue Light Card eligibility
Ongoing training and development
Safeguarding is central to our work and Novalis Trust is committed to Safeguarding. If shortlisted, you will receive a self-disclosure form to complete and return to us prior to interview. All applications will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced Check for Regulated Activity.
Ready to make a difference?
Apply now or arrange a visit to discover how you could thrive at William Morris School
Start date: September or October 2026
SEN Design Technology Teacher
William Morris School, GL10 3SH
Start Date: Autumn Term 2026
A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen for the role of a Design Technology teacher at William Morris School. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious, enthusiastic and resilient teacher to lead our Design Technology department to ensure high quality learning takes place for our pupils aged 7-19.
William Morris is part of Novalis Trust – a charity that supports children and adults with Neurodevelopmental Difficulties and other learning needs. We specialise in trauma-informed, attachment-focused, relationship based, therapeutic approach to teaching.
The Design Technology Teacher role is based at William Morris School and works as part of a well-established team. We welcome teachers from all backgrounds and levels of experience looking to either begin a career in special educational needs or develop their existing skills in our environment.
Role Purpose
- To plan and deliver high-quality Design and Technology education for children and adults with neurodevelopmental difficulties and additional learning needs, enabling learners to express themselves creatively, build confidence, and develop artistic skills appropriate to their individual abilities.
About the Role
- Teach Design & Technology across KS1–KS4, including GCSE Design & Technology (AQA).
- Lead curriculum design, resourcing, health and safety and quality assurance.
Manage and maintain D&T workshops for safe, effective practical learning. - Teach and nurture a small class group of 4–8 pupils with support staff.
- Help develop workshop areas including CAD/CAM, Product Design, Graphics, 3D Design, and more. Our workshop is expanding and includes a laser cutter, 3D printer and pillar drill, with a scroll saw and belt sander soon to be installed.
- Collaborative Culture – Be part of a team that values flexibility, resilience, and strong relationships with pupils and colleagues.
- Create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environmentthat promotes creativity, emotional expression, and wellbeing
- Individualised teaching approaches to support learners with neurodevelopmental difficulties(e.g. ASD, ADHD, sensory processing needs) and other learning needs
- Assess progress using flexible, learner-centred methods
- Work collaboratively with support staff, therapists and families
- Manage behaviour positively using trauma-informed and neurodiversity-affirming approaches
- Maintain a well-organised, stimulating art environment that meets health and safety requirements
- Contribute to whole-school activities, exhibitions, enrichment projects, and cross-curricular learning
About You
- We welcome applications from teachers with a range of backgrounds, whether experienced in SEN or looking to develop their skills
- You will be dynamic, resilient, flexible, and committed to trauma-informed, attachment-focused practice and have a passion for inclusive education.
- A candidate who is excited to develop the DT curriculum and workspace at William Morris
- Ability to plan creative lessons that are accessible, engaging, and appropriately differentiated
- Excellent communication skills and a calm, empathetic approach
What We Offer
- Teacher Pension scheme
- Free Lunch
- Training and development opportunities
- Health cash plan
- Local discount scheme
- Eligibility for a Blue Light Card
Safeguarding Statement
Would you like to make a difference and work for a charity?
Novalis Trust is a charity that supports children and adults with Neurodevelopmental Difficulties and other learning needs.
Novalis Trust has had an exciting opportunity arise for a Drama Teacher. The role is working across both our schools at Cotswold Chine School (Minchinhampton) and William Morris School, (Eastington) for both ECTs and suitably qualified experienced teachers.
We are a supportive team who welcome teachers from all backgrounds and levels of experience looking to develop a career in special educational needs teaching. We specialise in trauma-informed, attachment-focused relationship based, therapeutic approach to teaching. Our schools provide a nurturing environment for teachers to develop their existing experience or build on their teacher training as an ECT.
Responsibilities for this role:
- At our schools the successful candidate will teach individuals, small groups and whole classes across both schools (split two days at William Morris and three at Cotswold Chine). Groups will be supported by the pupils’ usual class teachers.
- There is an opportunity to learn from an experienced team to develop strong knowledge of trauma informed, attachment focused therapeutic teaching.
- Both schools’ cohort is made up of pupils age 7 to 19. The candidate will be expected to have experience of or be willing to access training in order to teach at accreditation level (LAMDA, GCSE or similar).
- All applications will be considered on an individual basis, a visit to both schools would make up part of the application process to ensure compatibility and understanding of the role.
- If you value being part of a team, are keen to learn about trauma and attachment and would like to play a role in supporting students to overcome early life challenges to achieve personalised outcomes then this is the opportunity for you.
Benefits for this role include:
- Excellent training opportunities
- Member of the Teachers Pension Scheme
- Supportive team environment and all levels of experience welcome.
- From £31,650 (ECT’s). Teachers with relevant experience will be placed at the appropriate level of the pay scale.
- Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5pm.
- Pension Scheme
- Free onsite parking and free lunch/meals provided
- Entitled to apply for Blue Light discount card
- Health Cash Plan for Employees
- Positive community feel
Requirements for this role are:
- The ability to form relationships with young people, reliability, resilience and a flexible approach to working with others are important.
- Experience in special needs is not essential as training will be provided.
- Qualified teacher status with Drama teaching experience
Expected start date – September 2026
An application pack will be sent out once you register your interest, please check your spam folder for this.
Would you like to make a difference and work for a charity?
Novalis Trust, is a charity that supports children and adults with Neurodevelopmental Difficulties and other learning needs.
Novalis Trust has opportunities at Cotswold Chine School for both ECTs and suitably qualified experienced teachers.
We are a supportive team who welcome teachers from all backgrounds and levels of experience looking to begin a career in special educational needs teaching. We specialise in trauma-informed, attachment-focused relationship based, therapeutic approach to teaching. Our schools provide a nurturing environment for teachers to develop their existing experience or build on their teacher training as an ECT.
Responsibilities for this role:
- At our schools the successful candidate will teach and nurture a small class group of 4-8 students and with an experienced co-teacher. The co-teacher usually plays a mentor role for new teaching staff when they first join the school before forming a longer-term partnership to teach their assigned class.
- We have positions within KS2, 3, 4 and 5. All applications will be considered on an individual basis, and we highly recommend visiting us so that we can work with you to consider where you would fit within the school.
- If you value being part of a team, are keen to learn about trauma and attachment and would like to play a role in supporting students to overcome early life challenges to achieve personalised outcomes then this is the opportunity for you.
Benefits for this role include:
- Excellent training opportunities
- Member of the Teachers Pension Scheme
- Supportive team environment and all levels of experience welcome.
- From £31,650 (ECT’s). Teachers with relevant experience will be placed at the appropriate level of the pay scale.
- Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5pm.
- Pension Scheme
- Free onsite parking and free lunch/meals provided
- Entitled to apply for Blue Light discount card
- Health Cash Plan for Employees
- Positive community feel
Requirements for this role are:
- The ability to form relationships with young people, reliability, resilience and a flexible approach to working with others are important.
- Experience in special needs is not essential as training will be provided.
Expected start date – September 2026
Would you like to make a difference and work for a charity?
Novalis Trust is a charity that supports children and adults with Neurodevelopmental Difficulties and other learning needs. Cotswold Chine School is a trauma-informed residential school for children aged 7 – 19 and the Lunchbox Café is based on site.
This is an exciting opportunity for a practical hands-on enthusiastic candidate. The successful candidate will have the unusual opportunity to support the running of a local charitable café as the ‘9th classroom’ of Cotswold Chine School.
The school’s Lunch Box Café is designed to teach children through practical work experience to develop social skills, practical food preparation, hygiene and nutrition skills to prepare them for adulthood and employment.
Responsibilities for this role:
- The candidate would join a supportive team of two food technology teachers and dedicated cafe teaching assistants. They will also benefit from a wider team assisting in engaging pupils with work related experience in the café.
- The successful candidate will be responsible for the smooth running of all operational aspects of the café year-round.
- Ensuring consistently good service is provided to customers through good front of house customer service skills.
- Ensuring the food offered is to a consistently high standard.
- Supporting back of house management, through good organisation and ordering stock from local suppliers.
- They will take on the sole responsibility of running the café in the teacher’s absence (primarily school holidays when the café will not be running at full capacity) with the support of the Youth Support and Clinical Therapy teams.
- Role modelling to pupils a good work ethic, communication skills and professionalism.
Benefits for this role include:
- Excellent training opportunities
- £26,495 – £27,700 per annum dependent on experience
- Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm
- 52-week contract
- 5.6 Weeks Annual leave
- Pension Scheme
- Free onsite parking and free lunch/meals provided
- Entitled to apply for Blue Light discount card
- Health Cash Plan for Employees
Requirements for this role are:
- The ability to form relationships with children, reliability, resilience, and a flexible approach to working with others are important.
- Experience in special needs education setting is not essential as training will be provided.
Desirable skills include:
- Experience, ability and willingness to cook, bake and prepare food is essential.
- An ability to use IT systems such as word and excel with confidence.
Would you like to make a difference and work for a charity?
Novalis Trust, is a charity that supports children and adults with Neurodevelopmental Difficulties and other learning needs. The receptionist administrator position is based at Paradise House, Painswick (our adult provision).
Responsibilities for this role include:
- Welcoming and supporting visitors and providing refreshments
- Taking calls, managing orders and deliveries and petty cash duties
- Providing administrative support such as minute taking
- Processing bookings for the onsite café
- Other general reception duties
Benefits for this role include:
- Excellent training opportunities
- £27,248 per year
- Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm
- Equivalent of 5.6 weeks annual leave per year
- Pension Scheme
- Free onsite parking and free lunch/meals provided
- Entitled to apply for Blue Light discount card
- Health Cash Plan for Employees
Requirements for this role are:
- Warm, welcoming personality
- Strong IT and admin skills
- Good organisational and time management skills
Would you like to make a difference and work for a charity?
Novalis Trust, is a charity that supports children and adults with Neurodevelopmental Difficulties and other learning needs. The cleaner position is based in one of the houses within the Trust, providing a homely and caring environment.
Responsibilities for this role:
- Cleaning in one of our 8 residential homes, including bedrooms, living spaces and bathrooms.
- General cleaning and tidying using non-commercial products.
Benefits for this role include:
- Excellent training opportunities
- £13 per hour
- Monday to Friday, 52 Weeks Position
- Equivalent of 5.6 weeks annual leave per year
- Pension Scheme
- Free onsite parking and free lunch/meals provided
- Entitled to apply for Blue Light discount card
- Health Cash Plan for Employees
Requirements for this role:
- Self-Motivated, with the ability to work flexibly.
- Good attention to detail
- No formal experience or qualifications are required.
CCS Cleaner – Job Details
- 9am to 4pm
- Cleaning one of our 8 residential homes at Cotswold Chine School, Minchinhampton.
An application pack will be sent out once you register your interest, please check you spam folder for this.
Would you like to make a difference and work for a charity?
Novalis Trust is a charity that supports children and adults with Neurodevelopmental Difficulties and other learning needs.
The cook position is based in the staff kitchen at Cotswold Chine School, Minchinhampton, helping to provide a cooked meal to staff and other visitors.
Responsibilities for this role:
- Following a set menu to provide lunchtime meals.
- Cooking for a set number of people using fresh ingredients daily.
- Working as a team of 3 to cook for up to 80 covers.
Benefits for this role include:
- Excellent training opportunities
- £13 per hour
- 9am – 2.30pm (39 weeks term time only)
- Equivalent of 5.6 weeks annual leave per year pro rata usual school holidays
- Pension Scheme
- Free onsite parking and free lunch/meals provided
- Entitled to apply for Blue Light discount card
- Health Cash Plan for Employees
Requirements for this role are:
- Self-Motivated, with the ability to work flexibly.
- Competent cook who loves to make home cooked food.
- No formal experience or qualifications are required.
- Maintaining a clean and tidy kitchen area.
Would you like to make a difference and work for a charity?
Novalis Trust offers a unique, caring and nurturing environment that is both therapeutic and educational for young people and adults set in beautiful surroundings at Cotswold Chine School (Minchinhampton), William Morris School (Eastington) and Paradise House (Painswick), with the Head Office based in Ebley, Stroud.
The IT Technician position has a workload consisting of technical systems administration duties and end-user support working alongside an existing team and the IT Services Manager. Most work will remain office based either at the Trust’s headquarters or its other sites as needed.
This role is an excellent opportunity for a candidate just leaving full time education studying an IT related qualification and starting a career in IT. You will be guided into the role using the technologies and tools in use at the Trust by the existing team, but a fundamental understanding and good knowledge of concepts will be required.
Responsibilities for this role:
- Act as first-line support for end users, troubleshooting IT faults and ensuring all requests are logged.
- Travel to local schools to provide occasional onsite support where required.
- Act upon requests/reports to solve unexpected IT problems and ensure all requests are logged.
- Provide support to IT users, including provision of technical classroom support including providing IT training for school staff.
- Take responsibility for the maintenance of computer software and hardware and liaise with IT equipment suppliers and visiting engineers as appropriate.
- Liaising with students and parents who require support in accessing and using appropriate school systems.
- Undertake first/second line maintenance.
- Administer accounts, email and user groups ensuring these are secure and up to date.
- Provide advice and support to members of the teaching staff regarding the use of IT equipment.
- Undertake professional development to ensure technical knowledge and expertise remains contemporary to deliver the role.
- Have knowledge of and comply with data protection legislation and all school data protection policies.
- Ensure high levels of confidentiality are maintained when dealing with data relating to staff and students.
- Perform complete installations on new PCs.
- Install new and upgraded computer software and hardware.
- Install and maintain all peripheral devices within the school.
- Promote the use of paperless technologies.
- To assist in the setup and maintenance of the school’s audio and visual equipment for assemblies, functions and events, such as sports day & activities week
- Develop online media resources in conjunction with staff and departments.
- Providing a timely and appropriate response to end-user support issues from an IT support helpdesk.
- Writing documentation able to be understood by any level of IT skill.
Benefits for this role include:
- Excellent training opportunities
- Up to £29,400 per annum (dependent on experience)
- Monday to Friday 9.00am to 5pm (with some flexibility to cover any out-of-hours work if required)
- 5.6 weeks annual leave per year (including bank holidays)
- Company Mobile Device
- Paid mileage between sites
- Pension Scheme
- Free onsite parking and free lunch/meals provided
- Entitled to apply for Blue Light discount card
- Health Cash Plan for Employees
Requirements for this role are:
- Full driving licence.
- Minimum of Level 2 qualifications in literacy and numeracy (eg. GCSE English and Maths at grades A*-C)
- Minimum of a relevant IT-based Level 3 qualification (eg. BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Information Technology) but preferable a relevant IT Degree
- Acquired, working towards, or willing to work towards a relevant IT based certification (eg. CompTIA, Microsoft Certs)
- Problem-solving and willingness to learn new skills and procedures
- Good problem-solving skills and ability to effectively prioritise workload
- Flexibility in dealing with projects and working on several projects simultaneously including some out-of-hours work
- Ability to work on individual projects and as a member of a team.
- Good knowledge of Microsoft desktop and at a minimum, understanding server OS systems administration