Vacancies

Derwent Primary School is a good school (Ofsted 2023) 'Pupils at the school talk positively about it and want to succeed'

We are a friendly, modern and inclusive school with exceptional facilities. We have beautiful, extensive grounds that are set in a semi-rural environment in Henlow.

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Southill Lower School is a good school (Ofsted 2021) which nurtures values, grows inspiration and raises aspirations.

We are a small, friendly school. We have an idyllic rural setting in grounds owned by the Whitbread estate in the beautiful village of Southill. Our Ofsted report says that “Classrooms and corridors are filled with Laughter”.

We respect ourselves; we respect others; we respect our environment

We are a diverse and equal opportunities employer

CLERK TO GOVERNORS

(Experience preferred)

Required from September 2025

Salary Scale:  £100 per meeting plus appropriate fees for other agreed activities.

(approximately 14 meetings per year)

The Derwent and Southill Federation are seeking an organised individual with good interpersonal and communication skills to support the work of the Governing Body. The Clerk will be accountable to the Governing Body, working with them, the Chair of Governors and Executive Headteacher. 

Duties will include attendance and minute taking at governors’ meetings and the preparation and electronic distribution of agendas, minutes and documents for all meetings.  Discretion, confidentiality and flexibility along with good ICT skills are essential for this role. 

This post is home based but will require an ability and willingness to visit the school to deal with administrative tasks in addition to attending meetings.  You will also be expected to attend any relevant training events. 

Please note there are usually six full governing body meetings per year and approximately eight sub-committee meetings.  All meetings are held during term time, usually during late afternoon or early evening. 

Please direct any questions regarding this role or for an informal discussion to chairofgovernors@derwentschool.co.uk

Applications are through MyNewTerm only 

https://mynewterm.com/jobs/109457/EDV-2025-DPS-77029   

Please do not send CV’s.

Closing date 4pm on Sunday 31^st August 2025

Interview date - TBC

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are conditional and subject to an enhanced DBS check and Social Media checks. 

SEND 1:1 Teaching Assistant 

We are looking for an enthusiastic, dedicated SEN 1:1 TA based at Derwent Primary School

Fixed-Term full time contract Level 2A point 3 (£24,027.00 per annum, pro-rata)

Monday-Friday 31.25 hours a week 8.45am - 3.30pm

Purpose of the role:

To support a child with medical and communication difficulties. The child has a tracheostomy and will need 1:1 supervision. Full training will be given and support will be provided throughout. 

Main Responsibilities:

• Checking and carrying a suction unit and nebuliser which needs to be with the child at all times. 
• Helping to communicate the child’s needs. 
• Providing medical intervention as necessary. 
• Liaison with: SENCO, Head Teacher, Class teachers, Deputy Head and other support staff, which may include outside agencies, e.g. Speech and Language Therapists, Educational Psychologists on behalf of the SENCo should the need arise.
• The TA will ensure that the pupil can integrate as fully as possible in the activities generally undertaken by the other children in the class and make progress.
• Duties will include running specific programmes and activities to assist the pupils’ individual learning and social needs. The TA will be responsible for implementing the targets on the pupils Individual Education Plan (IEP) in liaison with the class teachers and the SENCo

We can offer successful applicants:

• Enthusiastic children with parents who are very keen to work with the school in successful education for SEN pupils.
• Professional, dedicated and supportive colleagues.
• A well led, supportive and ambitious governing body.
• A welcoming environment where partnerships with parents, carers and the wider community are celebrated.
• A full programme of professional and curriculum development

Applications are through MyNewTerm only

https://mynewterm.com/jobs/109457/EDV-2025-DPS-19595 

Please do not send CV’s.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are conditional and subject to an enhanced DBS check. 

Page updated: July 2025