Escomb Primary School

Three Lane Ends, Escomb, Bishop Auckland, Co Durham, DL14 7SR

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We Currently have two vacancies in school:

Job Description

Responsible to: The Headteacher and the Governing Body of the school

Main Purpose Of The Job: To be responsible for the care and supervision of the children before, during and after meals, until afternoon lessons begin, in accordance with the school’s policies and procedures.

  • Adhere to all COVID-19 procedures (in place at any given time) to ensure the highest levels of safety and hygiene.
  • Supervise the washing of hands of pupils.
  • Supervise entry/exit into/from the dining hall by the pupils.
  • Assist pupils during the meal service.
  • Ensure pupils maintain high standards of behaviour, reporting any cases of misbehaviour, as appropriate.
  • Clear up all spillages during mealtime promptly.
  • Assist in wiping up tables and chairs and set up the dining hall prior to service with drinks, cutlery and condiments.
  • Supervision of children in designated areas ensuring good conduct in behaviour in accordance with the schools behaviour policy.
  • Initiate games and activities where appropriate, whilst maintaining broad supervision.
  • Supervise children indoors during inclement weather.
  • Engage pupils in safe, enjoyable, and creative activities.
  • Maintain accurate and relevant incident records.
  • To attend any training courses relevant to the post, ensuring continuing, personal and professional development.
  • Role requires working within a team.
  • Ability to present oneself as a role model to pupils in speech, dress, behaviour and attitude.
  • Provide pastoral care and support to sick and injured children taking appropriate action as necessary ensuring school staff are fully informed of incidents and accidents.
  • Undertake any other duties that are commensurate with the post.

General: Comply with health and safety policy and systems, report any incidents/accidents/hazards and take pro-active approach to health and safety matters in order to protect both yourself and others.

Demonstrate and promote commitment to safeguarding procedures and principles and equal opportunities and to the elimination of behaviour and practices that could be discriminatory.

Any other duties deemed appropriate towards the provision of a high quality service.

Have excellent timekeeping.

Job Description

Responsible to: The Headteacher and the Governing Body of the school

Duties: Cleaning designated areas of the school in accordance with Durham County Council cleaning specifications, and to ensure these are kept in a clean and hygienic condition on a daily, weekly, monthly basis as instructed by the Headteacher/Caretaker.

  1.  To clean designated areas of the school as allocated by the Caretaker/Headteacher.  These areas may change, depending on the needs of the school.
  2. Cleaning, washing, sweeping, vacuum cleaning in a variety of teaching areas.

Cleaning of public areas, corridors, etc. children’s and staff toilets.
Emptying of litter bins

Polishing and dusting of fixtures and fittings.

Cleaning of all touch points
Where appropriate use of powered equipment.
To keep appropriate light equipment, machinery and cleaning cupboard in a clean and hygienic condition

To follow Health and Safety codes and Health and Hygiene code of practices in relation to cleaning, e.g. C.O.S.H.H, siting of warning cones, etc.
To report faulty equipment to the Caretaker as necessary.
Any other cleaning duties as directed by the Headteacher.

  1. A willingness to undergo training (including Safeguarding training & updates, etc.) as and when required for the job.

PROTECTIVE CLOTHING;

You will be issued with protective clothing such as tabard/overall, rubber gloves and these should be worn at all times for your protection.  You are to be responsible for laundering the garments and the Headteacher will decide when articles need replacing.

ANNUAL LEAVE

To annually submit a list of required holidays to the Headteacher.

Total paid leave entitlement is 26 days for anyone with less than 5 years service, rising to 31 days for more than 5 years service.  Leave must be taken in school holiday periods.

You will be given sufficient training in order to ensure a clear understanding of these duties.

It may be necessary to amend this job description at any time in the future but only after consultation with you and your appropriate trade union representative or friend.

The closing date for both jobs is Friday 16th September 2022 and interviews will be held on Friday 23rd September.
If you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact me at school.
Thank you

Job Vacancy – Teacher (Expired)

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JOB SUMMARY
Contract Type: Temporary
Working Pattern: Full time
Advert Start Date: 23/05/2022
Advert End Date: 09/06/2022 23:59
Salary: £25,714 – £ 36,961
Job Category: Schools – Teaching
Vacancy ID: 226444
Employment Location: Escomb Primary School
Number of posts: 1
Closing date: 9 Jun
FURTHER INFORMATION

Temporary Class Teacher
M1-M6 £25,714-£36,961
Required from September 2022 until August 2023

The Governors of Escomb Primary School wish to appoint a highly motivated, hardworking friendly and pro-active KS2 Class Teacher to join our team due to a maternity leave.

We are looking for an outstanding KS2 Class Teacher who:

• Has high expectations of all pupils with regard to learning and behaviour.
• Has a proven track record of excellent teaching demonstrating high standards of classroom practice using teaching and learning to motivate, value and nurture all children
• Is committed to achieving the highest outcomes for all pupils.
• Is willing to contribute fully to all aspects of school life engaging fully with parents.
• Demonstrates excellent subject knowledge and understanding of the National Curriculum
• Is a confident learner, innovating and adapting practice to meet personal needs.
• Is keen to fulfil a key role in our school and is committed to teamwork.
• Is actively engaged in their own professional development and eager to learn and apply new skills.

Our school can offer you:
• A thriving, well-resourced and attractive learning environment
• Friendly, enthusiastic children
• A dedicated, supportive and welcoming staff team
• Excellent opportunities for professional development and support

Escomb Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Applicants should state clearly their curriculum strengths, experiences and aspirations.

Visits to the school are encouraged, if you would like to visit school or you would like to know more about the job, please contact our Headteacher – Mrs Wendy Gill

Application forms are available to download.
The Governing Body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Any offer of employment will be subject to an enhanced disclosure DBS check.

Durham County Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We want to develop a more diverse workforce and we positively welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Applicants with disabilities will be invited for interview if the essential job criteria are met.

Where our roles are customer facing and you are required to speak to members of the public, the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
As a disability confident employer, we are committed to employing disabled people with health conditions making reasonable adjustments to support disabled applicants when required.

This post is not open to job share.

Closing date: Thursday 9th of June 2022 at 23:59
Interview date: Week commencing 13th June 2022

Escomb Primary School
Three Lane Ends,
Escomb,
Bishop Auckland
DL14 7SR

Tel: 01388 603273
Email: escomb@durhamlearning.net
Website: www.escomb.durham.sch.uk

Supporting Documents:

Job Vacanies (Expired)

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We currently have two vacancies in school:

Job Description

Responsible to: The Headteacher and the Governing Body of the school

Main Purpose Of The Job: To be responsible for the care and supervision of the children before, during and after meals, until afternoon lessons begin, in accordance with the school’s policies and procedures.

  • Adhere to all COVID-19 procedures (in place at any given time) to ensure the highest levels of safety and hygiene.
  • Supervise the washing of hands of pupils.
  • Supervise entry/exit into/from the dining hall by the pupils.
  • Assist pupils during the meal service.
  • Ensure pupils maintain high standards of behaviour, reporting any cases of misbehaviour, as appropriate.
  • Clear up all spillages during mealtime promptly.
  • Assist in wiping up tables and chairs and set up the dining hall prior to service with drinks, cutlery and condiments.
  • Supervision of children in designated areas ensuring good conduct in behaviour in accordance with the schools behaviour policy.
  • Initiate games and activities where appropriate, whilst maintaining broad supervision.
  • Supervise children indoors during inclement weather.
  • Engage pupils in safe, enjoyable, and creative activities.
  • Maintain accurate and relevant incident records.
  • To attend any training courses relevant to the post, ensuring continuing, personal and professional development.
  • Role requires working within a team.
  • Ability to present oneself as a role model to pupils in speech, dress, behaviour and attitude.
  • Provide pastoral care and support to sick and injured children taking appropriate action as necessary ensuring school staff are fully informed of incidents and accidents.
  • Undertake any other duties that are commensurate with the post.

General: Comply with health and safety policy and systems, report any incidents/accidents/hazards and take pro-active approach to health and safety matters in order to protect both yourself and others.

Demonstrate and promote commitment to safeguarding procedures and principles and equal opportunities and to the elimination of behaviour and practices that could be discriminatory.

Any other duties deemed appropriate towards the provision of a high quality service.

Have excellent timekeeping.

Job Description

Responsible to: The Headteacher and the Governing Body of the school

Duties: Cleaning designated areas of the school in accordance with Durham County Council cleaning specifications, and to ensure these are kept in a clean and hygienic condition on a daily, weekly, monthly basis as instructed by the Headteacher/Caretaker.

  1.  To clean designated areas of the school as allocated by the Caretaker/Headteacher.  These areas may change, depending on the needs of the school.
  2. Cleaning, washing, sweeping, vacuum cleaning in a variety of teaching areas.

Cleaning of public areas, corridors, etc. children’s and staff toilets.
Emptying of litter bins

Polishing and dusting of fixtures and fittings.

Cleaning of all touch points
Where appropriate use of powered equipment.
To keep appropriate light equipment, machinery and cleaning cupboard in a clean and hygienic condition

To follow Health and Safety codes and Health and Hygiene code of practices in relation to cleaning, e.g. C.O.S.H.H, siting of warning cones, etc.
To report faulty equipment to the Caretaker as necessary.
Any other cleaning duties as directed by the Headteacher.

  1. A willingness to undergo training (including Safeguarding training & updates, etc.) as and when required for the job.

PROTECTIVE CLOTHING;

You will be issued with protective clothing such as tabard/overall, rubber gloves and these should be worn at all times for your protection.  You are to be responsible for laundering the garments and the Headteacher will decide when articles need replacing.

ANNUAL LEAVE

To annually submit a list of required holidays to the Headteacher.

Total paid leave entitlement is 26 days for anyone with less than 5 years service, rising to 31 days for more than 5 years service.  Leave must be taken in school holiday periods.

You will be given sufficient training in order to ensure a clear understanding of these duties.

It may be necessary to amend this job description at any time in the future but only after consultation with you and your appropriate trade union representative or friend.

The closing date for both jobs is Thursday 19th May 2022 and interviews will be held on Tuesday 24th May 2022.
If you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact me at school.
Thank you
Wendy Gill
Headteacher

Job Vacancy – Enhanced Teaching Assistant (Expired)

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We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and caring Enhanced Teaching Assistant to join our school.  We require someone with experience of successful working in Reception Class and Early Years and who is able to provide exciting and stimulating learning opportunities for all children in their care.

JOB SUMMARY
Contract Type:
Term-time only (Permanent)
Working Pattern:
Full time – term time plus specified days
Advert Start Date:
21/02/2022
Advert End Date:
11/03/2022 23:59
Salary:
£20,092 – £22,183 pro rata
Job Category:
Schools – Teaching Assistant
Vacancy ID:
221157
Employment Location:
Escomb Primary School
Number of posts:
1
Closing date:
11 Mar
For further information and supporting documents, please take a look at the North East Jobs webpage.

Job Vacancies (Expired)

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We currently have two vacancies in school:

Job Description

Responsible to: The Headteacher and the Governing Body of the school

Main Purpose Of The Job: To be responsible for the care and supervision of the children before, during and after meals, until afternoon lessons begin, in accordance with the school’s policies and procedures.

  • Adhere to all COVID-19 procedures (in place at any given time) to ensure the highest levels of safety and hygiene.
  • Supervise the washing of hands of pupils.
  • Supervise entry/exit into/from the dining hall by the pupils.
  • Assist pupils during the meal service.
  • Ensure pupils maintain high standards of behaviour, reporting any cases of misbehaviour, as appropriate.
  • Clear up all spillages during mealtime promptly.
  • Assist in wiping up tables and chairs and set up the dining hall prior to service with drinks, cutlery and condiments.
  • Supervision of children in designated areas ensuring good conduct in behaviour in accordance with the schools behaviour policy.
  • Initiate games and activities where appropriate, whilst maintaining broad supervision.
  • Supervise children indoors during inclement weather.
  • Engage pupils in safe, enjoyable, and creative activities.
  • Maintain accurate and relevant incident records.
  • To attend any training courses relevant to the post, ensuring continuing, personal and professional development.
  • Role requires working within a team.
  • Ability to present oneself as a role model to pupils in speech, dress, behaviour and attitude.
  • Provide pastoral care and support to sick and injured children taking appropriate action as necessary ensuring school staff are fully informed of incidents and accidents.
  • Undertake any other duties that are commensurate with the post.

General: Comply with health and safety policy and systems, report any incidents/accidents/hazards and take pro-active approach to health and safety matters in order to protect both yourself and others.

Demonstrate and promote commitment to safeguarding procedures and principles and equal opportunities and to the elimination of behaviour and practices that could be discriminatory.

Any other duties deemed appropriate towards the provision of a high quality service.

Have excellent timekeeping.

Job Description

Responsible to: The Headteacher and the Governing Body of the school

Duties: Cleaning designated areas of the school in accordance with Durham County Council cleaning specifications, and to ensure these are kept in a clean and hygienic condition on a daily, weekly, monthly basis as instructed by the Headteacher/Caretaker.

  1.  To clean designated areas of the school as allocated by the Caretaker/Headteacher.  These areas may change, depending on the needs of the school.
  2. Cleaning, washing, sweeping, vacuum cleaning in a variety of teaching areas.

Cleaning of public areas, corridors, etc. children’s and staff toilets.
Emptying of litter bins

Polishing and dusting of fixtures and fittings.

Cleaning of all touch points
Where appropriate use of powered equipment.
To keep appropriate light equipment, machinery and cleaning cupboard in a clean and hygienic condition

To follow Health and Safety codes and Health and Hygiene code of practices in relation to cleaning, e.g. C.O.S.H.H, siting of warning cones, etc.
To report faulty equipment to the Caretaker as necessary.
Any other cleaning duties as directed by the Headteacher.

  1. A willingness to undergo training (including Safeguarding training & updates, etc.) as and when required for the job.

PROTECTIVE CLOTHING;

You will be issued with protective clothing such as tabard/overall, rubber gloves and these should be worn at all times for your protection.  You are to be responsible for laundering the garments and the Headteacher will decide when articles need replacing.

ANNUAL LEAVE

To annually submit a list of required holidays to the Headteacher.

Total paid leave entitlement is 26 days for anyone with less than 5 years service, rising to 31 days for more than 5 years service.  Leave must be taken in school holiday periods.

You will be given sufficient training in order to ensure a clear understanding of these duties.

It may be necessary to amend this job description at any time in the future but only after consultation with you and your appropriate trade union representative or friend.

The closing date for both jobs is Friday 21st January 2022 and interviews will be held on Friday 28th January 2022.
If you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact me at school.
Thank you
Wendy Gill
Headteacher

Risk Assessments (September 2021)

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We have updated our Risk Assessment to fit in with the current times. You can view it here:

Version 6 School Outbreak Management Plan March 2022

Risk Assessment – update August 2021

Risk Assessment –  updated May 2021

Risk Assessment – update April 2021

Risk assessment – updated March 2021

Risk Assessment – updated January 2021

Risk Assessment – updated October 2020

Risk assessment – updated September 2020

Job Vacancy (Expired)

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Job Summary

Contract Type: Temporary

Working Pattern: Full time

Advert Start Date: 26/04/2021

Advert End Date: Closed for applications on 02/05/2021 23:59

Salary: MPS/UPS £25,714 – £41,604

Job Category: Schools – Teaching

Employment Location: Escomb Primary

 

Job details 

Closing date:
2nd May 2021

 

Supporting documents

 

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Further information

‘Growing & Learning Together’

Required for September 2021.
An experienced EYFS Foundation Stage Teacher to cover a maternity leave at Escomb Primary School. The post is initially for one term.

 

Escomb Primary School is a happy, friendly school with a strong family ethos and strong team commitment to improving the outcomes and aspirations of all our children. We are looking for a committed, experienced and enthusiastic EYFS teacher with senior management experience, who will work in partnership with the Headteacher and SLT to promote continuous improvement in this successful village school.

We can offer you:
•A welcoming, caring school where everyone is valued
•Friendly, enthusiastic pupils who are very proud of our school
•A dedicated and motivated staff team who believe in teamwork and building positive relationships across the school and in the local community
•The full support of the Head Teacher and Governing Body for professional and leadership development.

In return, we are looking for someone who is:
•A caring teacher and leader who has the needs of our pupils and their families at the heart of everything they do
•A highly effective classroom practitioner who is passionate about education and supports other staff to make continuous improvements to their practice.
•An excellent role model for staff and pupils and a source of inspiration
•A team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Application forms and an information pack are available via the links below or by emailing escomb@durhamlearning.net . You may also receive these from Escomb Primary School, Three Lane Ends, Escomb, Bishop Auckland, Co Durham. DL14 7SR on receipt of a large s.a.e.

Durham County Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We want to develop a more diverse workforce and we positively welcome applicants from all sections of the community.
Applicants with disabilities will be invited for interview if the essential job criteria are met.

Closing date for receipt of applications: 30th April 2021
The Governing Body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory DBS Disclosure form.
Please note that the Childcare Disqualifications Regulations 2009 apply to this position and therefore you are required to complete the ‘Disqualification by Association’ declaration form. Should you be successful in your application for this post, your appointment can not be progressed without this declaration.
THE POST IS NOT OPEN TO JOB SHARE

Escomb Primary
Three Lane Ends
Escomb
Bishop Auckland
DL14 7SR
Tel. No. 01388 603273 Fax: 01388 608359

E-Mail: escomb@durhamlearning.net
Website: http://www.escomb.durham.sch.uk/

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