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Strike action: IMPORTANT information and guidance for staff

We would ask all colleagues to please give their attention to this document which provides important information regarding the arrangements and expectations on strike days.

Many thanks.

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Starter Experience Survey

Once again we would like to take this opportunity to welcome all our new starters to WeST. We hope you are settling in.

Thank you to those of you who have taken a few minutes out of your busy days to complete our anonymous survey.

As part of the Trust aim of continual improvement, we would be interested to know about your experience of the selection process that led to your first day with us and also how your initial first couple of weeks have gone. 

If you are a new starter with the Trust and have not completed our starter experience survey yet, it continues to be available here on 5 February.  

If you would like to discuss this or encounter any problems opening the form please contact the HR Team at hr@westst.org.uk or on 01752 891754 Ext 1765.

Thank you.

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Governance at WeST

We are pleased to launch the new model of governance across the Trust, please see the following diagram below for more details or visit the website – click here. 

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NOW OPEN TO ALL TRUST STAFF AND

FAMILY MEMBERS, REGARDLESS OF

ELIGIBILITY STATUS

WeST continues to support your wellbeing and is pleased to offer access to you and your family members this winter. All staff are encouraged to take up the offer of a flu jab.

There are a VERY LIMITED number of vouchers remaining and these are now being offered to all staff and family members, regardless of eligibility.

Vouchers can be sent directly to you via email or text message and are provided at no cost to you or your family member.

NOTE: Vouchers are redeemable until 31 January 2023, on a first come first served basis. 

Vouchers are redeemable at any participating Boots Pharmacy, click here for details: Store Locator (www.boots.com/store-locator)

To request a voucher please visit: Request Form or scan the QR code above. 

AIM Group - New Courses

The AIM Group specialise in providing training opportunities for those who want to reach their full potential. 842 parents and staff across WeST have already signed-up for these free courses from the Aim Group. We are therefore excited to announce two brand new courses. 

Advanced Child Development (Neuroscience in children) Level Two Qualification [25 Questions] completed online over 4-6 weeks.

What Is Neuroscience?

Neuroscience is the study of the brain and its impact on behaviour.

It is an exciting field of research that has huge significance to anyone who supports babies or young children. This qualification is designed to give learners an introduction to the subject and to share with them some of the remarkable insights it has given us in terms of how the infant's brain develops, and how this is affected by a range of external influences.

Course Information

This is a brand-new qualification, launching in January which will look to provide learners with practical advice on how to promote healthy brain development in the critical first seven years of their life.

This course will also support how children develop vital self-regulation skills, such as learning how to deal with emotions such as fear, anger and sadness in the correct way.

If you are interested in undertaking this free online course or would like further information, then please complete the following link.

Westcountry Schools Trust: Neuroscience in Early Years Qualification Application Link > This will then allow The AIM Group to contact you to discuss and get you started on your chosen course. 

Are you looking for a flexible, achievable, and manageable way to retake your GCSE English and Maths?

This alternative GCSE retake can provide just that.

Online classes are designed to develop your confidence and the foundations to progress on to higher level English qualifications.
It can also enable you to use your skills in everyday life, both personally and professionally.

Functional Skills English Level 2: Eastleigh College: 

Reading | Writing | Speaking | Listening | Communication

Functional Skills Mathematics Level 2: Eastleigh College: 
Whole Numbers | Fractions | Decimals | Percentages | Using Common Measures | Shape and Space | Handling Information and Data | Solving Mathematical Problems

To register your interest please click this link > Westcounty Schools Trust: English and Mathematics Functional Skills Level Two Qualifications

For any other information, please visit The Aim Group's website by clicking here. 

Free Wellbeing Webinar Sessions!

WeST are continuing to work alongside Able Futures to support staff wellbeing and are pleased to bring details of new free webinar sessions. Please click the following links to register your interest. If you are unable to access the live session, the registered participants will be provided with a recording of the information.

It's completely confidential to you as WeST will not be informed of any participant details.

We hope you find these sessions of interest and value as part of our ongoing commitment to developing a culture of wellbeing at work. Details of other resources are available on the staff portal.

13 February: Relationships at work

https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3101732625805428317?source=Will

13 March: Sleep and mental health at work

https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5538391130446229077?source=Will

3 April: Hardwiring positivity

https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1590008591218919262?source=Will

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Teachers Trampoline Courses at Callington Community College, Cornwall PL17 7DR 0930-1530 

BOOKING LINK

• Teachers Trampoline Part One Course - Monday 2 and Tuesday 3 October 2023 - £300 per person

• Teachers Trampoline Part Two Course - Wednesday 4 and Thursday 5 October 2023 - £300 per person

• Teachers Trampoline Refresher Course - Friday 6 October 2023 - £150 per person

The Teachers’ Trampoline Awards consist of two parts. Part One must be completed before progressing to Part Two. Part One and Part Two courses may run concurrently, consisting of a four-day delivery.


In order to be eligible to attend the Teachers’ Trampoline Awards, a candidate must be:

• Specialist trained PE teacher, or

• Trainee PE teacher (undertaking a PGCE, GTP or SCITT or in their 3rd/4th year of a QTS course); or

• Teachers who are not PE specialists, but hold a current UKCC Level 2 (or higher) BG coaching award, or equivalent.

• Teachers must provide their DfE or trainee PE teacher number on the first day of the course.

Teacher Trampoline Refresher Course

It is recommended by BAGA that the course is taken every three years in order to maintain an effective level of coaching and best practice.

You will already need to hold a British Gymnastics qualification in one of the following, Teachers’ Trampoline Part 1 or Part 2, a Level 2 Trampoline Certificate or British Trampoline Federation qualification.

This course will enable you to refresh the practical skills gained during a British Gymnastics Teacher’s Trampoline qualification. You will revise the importance of creating a safe environment and the code of practice when folding and unfolding the trampoline. You will review the most effective way to support participants in the skills covered during your original qualification.

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Recruitment update:

We are delighted to inform you of the following exciting career opportunities within our Trust:- 

Ashburton Primary School are looking to fill the following vacancies: 

  • Year 2 Teacher - permanent (Closing date : Monday 30 January 2023) 
  • Year 3 Teacher – maternity cover (Closing date : Monday 30 January 2023) 
  • Teaching Assistant – maternity cover (Closing date: Friday 27 January 2023) 
  • Teaching Assistant – afternoons only (Closing date: Friday 27 January 2023) 

For more information on the above vacancies, please click here.

Callington Community College are looking to fill the following vacancies: 

SEND Administrator - Experience of having worked in a school setting would be a desirable although not essential requirement for the post. We are looking for an Office Administrator who will make a significant contribution to the SEND Department. Closing date: Friday 3 February 2023. 

Casual Hygiene Assistants - Joining the casual bank offers the flexibility to work around other commitments and work when you want to. You will be offered hours at short notice to cover staff sickness, you will also be offered hours in advance to cover other absences. Closing date: Friday 3 February 2023.

For more information on the above vacancies, please click here. 

Hele's School are looking to fill the following vacancies:

Classroom practitioner - With the capacity to teach Religious Studies to at least KS4 and potentially KS5. Hele's School are seeking someone who is both an outstanding teacher and an enthusiastic and influential role model for our students. The successful candidate will have a proven record of delivering excellent outcomes for students. Closing date: Monday 30 January 2023. 

Learning Support Assistant - To work under the direct instruction of teaching/senior staff, usually in the classroom with the teacher, to support access to learning for students and provide general support to the teacher in the management of students and the classroom. Closing date: Wednesday 1 February 2023. 

For more information on the above vacancies, please click here. 

Ivybridge Community College are looking forward to appointing an exceptional, inspirational teacher of Media and English to join a successful department. The successful candidate will be required to teach Media Studies at both A Level and GCSE as well as contributing to Schemes of Learning and extra-curricular activities linked to the subject. For more information, please click here. Closing date: Closing date: Monday 6 February 2023.

Morley Meadow Primary is seeking to appoint a dedicated permanent Mealtime Assistant who encourages children to play positively and wishes to make lunchtimes an enjoyable time for all. For more information, please click here. Closing date: 3 February 2023. 

South Dartmoor Community College are looking to fill the following vacancies: 

Teacher of Science - The successful candidate will be based at South Dartmoor Community College, or another school within the Trust, as negotiated on appointment. They must be able to deliver the curriculum to a high level, across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5, working closely with the Science team. The successful candidate will be a hard-working individual; a teacher with high expectations and an unwavering determination to get the best outcomes for students. Closing date: Monday 30 January 2023. 

Teacher of Drama (to cover maternity) - The successful candidate will be based at South Dartmoor Community College and must be able to deliver the curriculum to a high level, across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5, working as part of the English and Drama faculty. Closing date: 6 February 2023.

For more information on the above vacancies, please click here.

Westcountry Schools Trust are looking to fill the following vacancies: 

HR Data and Payroll Manager - Do you have significant practical experience of managing payroll and people-related data systems? If you are looking to develop your career in a supportive team environment and progress in a growing organisation, this role could provide the opportunity to take the next exciting step in your journey. Closing date: Monday 6 February 2023. 

Headteacher at Oreston Community Academy - The Headteacher will have overall responsibility for the organisation, management and conduct of the school, providing leadership and assisting with the delivery of the WeST strategic direction to ensure the achievement of the highest possible standards of education at Oreston Community Academy. Closing date: Monday 20 February 2023.

Principal at Eggbuckland Community College - The successful applicant will have a proven track record of success and school improvement in the secondary phase with significant experience of working at whole school level. The ideal candidate will have the interpersonal skills to build confidence and excellent relationships, and the drive and determination to secure successful outcomes for all students. Closing date: 31 January 2023. 

For more information on the above vacancies, please click here.