Average Education Support salary in the UK

Surrey County Council's Educational Psychology team are busy building our 2024 cohort! We are a large and expanding, friendly team and our EPs tell us that our sociability, continuous professional development (CPD) and emphasis on regular meetings with peers are real strengths of the service. As part of the Council's commitment to providing early intervention we are recruiting to a number of exciting new roles! Do you want to be part of an innovative, evidence-based, and outcome-focused service, with excellent supervision and development opportunities? We are a large team of Psychologists covering all maintained schools across Surrey (mainstream and specialist) and can offer a range of posts with opportunities to develop areas of specialist expertise. We have offices based in Weybridge, Redhill and Woking and we also promote flexible, hybrid working. There is a well-defined leadership team with Senior Educational Psychologists in each of the four Surrey quadrants, so support and guidance will always be on hand. We have opportunities available across Surrey, so please talk to us about your preferred location. We Can Offer You: A competitive salary for main grade EPs: Soulbury Scale A, 3 - 8 with up to 3 SPA points (existing SPA points will be transferred and starting point of A5 for newly qualified EPs) £46,525 - £56,540 per annum. SPA points 1 and 2 are automatically awarded after 1 and 2 years successful practice. Part time and fixed term opportunities are availableLondon Fringe Area allowance of £916 per annumEssential Car User Lump Sum Allowance of £963 per annum26 days' holiday rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' serviceUp to 5 days of carer's leave per yearFlexible working options around school core hoursMobile and agile working solutions with friendly local bases for office workingAn extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeingComprehensive supervision programme including a buddy for the first term, peer supervision, regular supervision with line manager. Newly qualified EPs will also have a reduced caseload for the first termExtensive CPD programme with 7 whole service study days across the year, development activities within area team meetings and opportunities to develop areas of special interest in line with the council's prioritiesGenerous Local government salary-related pension offered and the option to join the car lease schemeRelocation package of up to £8,000 which is exempt from tax and National Insurance contributions for permanent positionsVisa sponsorshipGood administrative support for the EP Service About the Service The service is part of Surrey's local SEND offer, working collaboratively with the Inclusion and Additional Needs Team and other areas like Speech and Language Therapy and Specialist Teaching. We also work closely with colleagues in health and in particular services for emotional wellbeing and mental health. We are committed to promoting positive futures for all children and young people. Our focus is on the young person in their educational setting, home and community. We work collaboratively through the application of psychological theory, research and techniques with children and young people, their families and professionals to understand what is happening, develop empathy and agree effective support to enable children to thrive in their local communities. We use psychological frameworks to support those working closely with our vulnerable learners to develop stable and supportive networks that make a real difference to the lives of children and young people. About the Roles We are looking to enhance our capacity to deliver a sustainable preventative offer to schools and to strengthen our emotional wellbeing and mental health offer in partnership with health colleagues. You will join a friendly and skilled area team providing psychological support to early years, primary, secondary and specialist settings. You will have access to a wide range of resources including our innovative 'virtual assessment room'. Consultation and co-production will be fundamental to all aspects of your work together with a strong belief in inclusion. We welcome applications from current year two and three Trainee EPs. Please note that Newly Qualified Educational Psychologists will start on salary scale point 5. If you might be interested in joining us as an Associate or Locum Educational Psychologist please contact our team directly (details below). Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following: You want to work in a service committed to promoting positive futures for children and young peopleYou have a recognised qualification in Educational PsychologyYou are registered with the HCPC and have permission to work in the UK We are a friendly team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about the work we do. If you feel like this could be the place to kick start your career or further develop your psychological skills, then please do get in touch. Contact us Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. When your employment begins, you will need to be a member of HCPC. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. This is a rolling advert and applications will be reviewed regularly. If your application is successfully shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange an interview. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit.

**TECHNICAL EDUCATOR, UK** Are you a qualified hairdresser, looking to take that next step up in your career? We are giving you the chance to become a TECHNICAL EDUCATOR! An exciting opportunity for a determined and career-minded individual to work for a highly reputable company! Our client, one of the world’s largest Hair & Beauty Companies, are seeking a Technical Educator to join their team. With a staggering turnover of over £3 billion last year, the sky's the limit when you join this dynamic team. About Your Role: As the face of the education initiatives, you'll play a pivotal role in inspiring our client’s customers and internal team. Your mission will be to deliver engaging, insightful education sessions both in person and online, encouraging creativity and confidence in their technical offerings. Collaborating closely with the Technical Educator Lead, you'll contribute to the development of bespoke courses and events, ensuring their customers are equipped with the knowledge they need to succeed. Your Responsibilities Will Include: Deliver education sessions online and in-person.Lead events and demonstrations.Support customer confidence in technical offerings, focusing on colour business growth.Integrate exclusive brand values into education.Foster creativity among customers and colleagues.Collaborate on bespoke education programmes.Provide feedback on products and trends.Stay updated on market and competitor activities.Participate in Artistic training.Act as an ambassador for the company and their exclusive brands.Drive sales through education initiatives. What Do I Need? Minimum level 2 - Qualified hairdresser (Colour specialist)A full UK Driving License is essential for this role.Residency with relatively easy access to the M25.Strong relationship-building skills.Excellent time management and prioritization abilities.Confident presenter with a creative flair.Willingness to travel frequently. What's In It For Me? Salary: Up to £33,000Company CarFuel cardAll expenses paidCar stock20% discount on all productsPension schemeHoliday entitlement ...and more! What’s Next? If you're ready to take your career to the next level, our client wants to hear from you! Apply now to shape your future today.

Learning Support Assistant - Woking Opportunity to join a small, independent school in Surrey. The school is co-educational and offers teaching to pupils with Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, SpLD, Social Communication difficulties and other similar learning disabilities. As a small school with up to 67 pupils, they specialise in creating a friendly, nurturing environment where each child can grow and progress, not only educationally, but also socially and emotionally. Speech and Language Therapy, and Occupational Therapy is provided on site and integrated into the lessons as well as on a 1:1 basis. Teaching is multi-sensory in style and Dyslexia-friendly, and there is an emphasis on the visual arts. As a Learning Support / Teaching Assistant, you will work alongside the class teacher and therapy teams to ensure each child progresses towards their goals. The job: Providing assistance and supervision for students before, during and after lessonsAssisting students to understand and participate in set tasks in an appropriate wayAssisting with note taking and supporting literacy and numeracyWorking with individual learnersEncouraging the development of appropriate social skillsTo ensure accurate individual student records are maintainedHelping to build confidence and motivationParticipating in team meetings and training programmes as an active member of a teamWorking with managers and employees to support the developing culture of the organisationWhere required, supporting individual needs including assisting with a wide range of medical and occasionally personal care tasks as necessary and providing physical support where needed (training will be provided in giving medical care and support) What is required: An Undergraduate Degree (preferable) or experience working with children and/or the youthGood general education levels in English and MathsKnowledge, keen interest or understanding of a range of different types of learning difficulties and disabilitiesAbility to adapt to a various working environments and students with differing abilitiesA co-operative working styleSelf-motivation Hours and pay: Monday to Friday (term time = 39 weeks per annum)08h30 to 15h30 / 16h00£70 to £80 daily rate / £1,350 to £1,560 per month If you are interested in applying for this role, please contact me as soon as possible. Judith Oakley | |