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We are currently looking for a Nursery Practitioner to join our school in Herefordshire!

This is a really exciting opportunity for applicants who are looking to continue a rewarding career within education.

About Lucton School

Lucton School is a thriving, co-educational, independent day and boarding school set within the idyllic Herefordshire countryside, welcoming students from 6 months to 18 years.

Students at Lucton benefits from small classes, a friendly atmosphere and an idyllic rural location. The school provides an excellent all-round education which aims to bring out the very best in each individual. There are extensive sports facilities and a good mix of day students, weekly boarders and full boarders.

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday

Salary:  Dependent on experience

Benefits: On-Site Parking, Free Lunches during Term Time, Wellness Programme, Company Pension, Life Assurance

Application Deadline: Monday 5th December

Start Date: Immediate start available

About the Position

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Contributing to providing an excellent education for our Nursery pupils by teaching with expertise and enthusiasm
• Offering support to the learning of individual students, using an appropriate range of teaching strategies and resources
• Leading and delivering a high-quality Foundation Stage Curriculum
• Part of this role will involve safeguarding responsibilities including the reporting of any safeguarding concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Team

About you

We are looking for someone who has:

• NVQ Level 2 or 3
• Experience working within a pre-school or nursery setting
• Experience of delivering the prime areas of learning and have a sound knowledge of child development
• A strong motivation and passion for working within the Early Years Foundation Stage
• The ability to work as part of an already established and experienced Early Years Team

How to Apply

To apply, please complete our Application Form, and return this to recruitment@alphaschools.co.uk along with your CV.

Lucton School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants for ALL jobs will undergo appropriate child-protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to enhanced level, costs are covered by the company. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

Are you an enthusiastic ICT Teacher looking for a new leadership role? Would you be up for the challenge of leading a department?

We are seeking an eager Head of ICT to play a key teaching role in our wonderful school in Herefordshire.

About The School

Lucton School is a thriving, co-educational, independent day and boarding school set within the idyllic Herefordshire countryside, welcoming students from 6 months to 18 years.

Students at Lucton benefit from small classes, a friendly atmosphere and an idyllic rural location. The school provides an excellent all-round education which aims to bring out the very best in each individual. There are extensive sports facilities and a good mix of day students, weekly boarders and full boarders.

About The Position

Contract Type: Term-Time, Full-Time, Monday to Friday, Permanent

Salary: Commensurate on experience

Benefits: On-Site Parking, Wellness Programme, Company Pension, Life Assurance

Start Date: Immediate Start

Application Closing Date: Monday 5th December

The Head of ICT will teach ICT (and/or Computing) and lead the department.

You will be responsible for:

• The day-to-day running of the subject within the school;
• Leading and provide a point of contact for all matters concerning the teaching of ICT;
• Raising the profile of ICT within the curricular and co-curricular programme;
• ensuring that courses are maintained and updated in line with changing School and societal needs;
• Monitoring national subject specific initiatives and the development of appropriate syllabuses, resources, schemes of work and teaching and learning strategies in the subject and to inform the Director of Learning of any significant changes;
• Part of this role will involve safeguarding responsibilities including the reporting of any safeguarding concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Team.

About You

We are looking for someone with:

• A specialist in ICT with the ability to teach GCSE (level 2 qualifications), A Level and/or BTEC (level 3 qualifications) in the subject.
• Excellent classroom practitioner who can lead by example.
• Experience teaching and engaging a classroom.
• A passion for education and an awareness of wider educational issues.

To find out more about this role please read our Job Description.

How To Apply

If you feel like this role may be of interest to you, please download our Application Form and return this to recruitment@alphaschools.co.uk along with your CV.

Lucton School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants for ALL jobs will undergo appropriate child-protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to enhanced level, costs are covered by the company. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

We are looking for enthusiastic Minibus Driver to join our school at Lucton School, Lucton, Herefordshire, HR6 9PN.

About Lucton School

Lucton School is a thriving, co-educational, independent day and boarding school set within the idyllic Herefordshire countryside, welcoming students from 6 months to 18 years.

Students at Lucton benefit from small classes, a friendly atmosphere and an idyllic rural location. The school provides an excellent all-round education which aims to bring out the very best in each individual. There are extensive sports facilities and a good mix of day students, weekly boarders and full boarders.

About the Position

Contract: Permanent, Term Time only

Working Hours: Mondays – Fridays, 6.30am/7:00am – 8.30am/9:00am and 3.30pm-5.30pm

Salary: £9.50 per hour

Benefits: Wellness Programme, Company Pension, Life Assurance

Application Deadline: Monday 5th December

Start Date: Immediate Start Available

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Drive a Minibus in a safe manner and in compliance with highway regulations
• Be responsible for the health & safety, comfort and welfare of pupils and staff
• Carry out daily and weekly vehicle checks, including fire precautions, ensuring vehicles are roadworthy
• Carry out basic maintenance of vehicles and equipment as required
• Report any vehicle defects, faults, incidents and accidents in the vehicle log book and to the Head
• Maintain all vehicles in a clean, hygienic and tidy condition both inside and out at all times, including replacement vehicles
• Refuel vehicles as required and log all receipts
• Cover for absent colleagues
• Work within health and safety guidelines as set out in the school Minibus Drivers’ Operating instructions
• To work to pre-planned schedules and complete any record of work, record of driving and accident reports that may be required by law, the School, the ‘Code of Practice’ or procedures manual
• To deal with emergencies, according to School procedure
• To be able to communicate effectively, and act as a first point of contact between children, parents, teachers and school staff
• Undertake any other associated duties as required by the Head

About You

As this position requires you to drive the school bus, it is important you hold a Full and Clean UK Drivers Licence with D1 entitlement. We are also looking for someone who:

• Has driving experience, with D1 license
• Has basic DIY skills and in-depth understanding of maintenance procedures
• Has strong problem-solving skills for addressing safety and maintenance concerns
• Is organised, good at multi-tasking and scheduling
• Ability to work occasional weekends or out of hours for events such as Open Days
• PCV license desirable

To find out more about this role, please read our Job Description.

How to Apply

To apply, please complete our Application Form and return this to recruitment@alphaschools.co.uk along with your CV.

Lucton School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants for ALL jobs will undergo appropriate child-protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to enhanced level, costs are covered by the company. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.