65 Education jobs in Southampton
Early Years Education Specialist - Curriculum Development
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Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and refine early years educational curricula, focusing on play-based learning and holistic child development.
- Create innovative teaching materials, lesson plans, and assessment tools for various age groups within the early years.
- Conduct research on best practices in early childhood education and child psychology.
- Provide training and support to educators on new curriculum implementation.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of educational programs and make data-driven improvements.
- Collaborate with a team of subject matter experts to ensure content accuracy and pedagogical soundness.
- Stay updated with national and international trends in early childhood education.
- Contribute to policy development related to early years settings.
- Organise and lead workshops and professional development sessions.
- Maintain strong communication channels with stakeholders, including parents and educational institutions.
The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of child development theory and pedagogy, along with proven experience in curriculum design. Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills are essential. This is a Hybrid role based in **Portsmouth, Hampshire, UK**, requiring a balance of on-site engagement and remote work.
Head of Higher Education Curriculum Development
Posted 13 days ago
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Key duties include conducting market research to identify emerging trends and skill gaps, collaborating with faculty and external stakeholders to develop new degree programs and modules, and overseeing the review and updating of existing curricula. The Head of Curriculum Development will also be responsible for ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and accreditation standards. You will champion pedagogical innovation, encouraging the adoption of effective teaching methodologies and assessment strategies. Strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and a deep understanding of the higher education landscape are essential. Experience in academic administration, curriculum design, and quality management within a university or higher education institution is required. A relevant postgraduate degree or professional qualification is preferred.
This is an exciting opportunity to shape the academic future of a forward-thinking institution. The successful candidate will have a passion for education, a commitment to academic excellence, and the ability to inspire and lead a diverse team. You will play a vital role in maintaining and enhancing the reputation of the institution by developing cutting-edge and relevant programmes that prepare graduates for successful careers. This role involves a hybrid working arrangement, combining strategic leadership from a remote setting with essential on-site engagement with academic staff and facilities.
Education Psychologist
Posted 118 days ago
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PAYE: £931.50 per assessment
Umbrella/LTD: £1200 per assessment
Essential Information:Candidates must commit to a minimum of 3 assessments per month .
The role will run until March 2025 , and candidates must be available for the entire duration.
5 years of experience in Educational Psychology is required to practise as a contractor.
Candidates must possess either a Doctorate in Educational Psychology (PhD) or a Master’s degree in Educational Psychology , or an equivalent qualification.
Applicants must provide 2 anonymised reports for Hampshire County Council (HCC) to review alongside their CV submission.
All reports will be reviewed, and feedback will be provided where necessary.
About the Role:To contribute to improving the quality of education provided by maintained schools and academies in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight for children and young people, especially those with SEN, by:
Providing psychological advice (including statutory advice) to SEN services and other officers for children and young people aged 0 – 25 .
Providing psychological advice and support to communities, schools, parents, children, and young people.
Contributing to multi-agency support for children and young people.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities:Act as a consultant on psychological matters with parents, carers, teachers, and other professionals working with children and young people.
Work with staff in the Education and Inclusion branch to contribute to school effectiveness.
Prepare and maintain written records.
Provide statutory advice to Local Authorities in accordance with the SEN Code of Practice.
Attend SEN and disability tribunals as required by the Local Authority.
RequirementsCandidates must commit to a minimum of 3 assessments per month .
5 years of experience in Educational Psychology to practise as a contractor.
PhD/Doctorate or Master’s in Educational Psychology , or equivalent.
Candidates must provide 2 anonymised reports for HCC to review with CV submission.
All reports will be read and checked, with critique where necessary.
BenefitsCompetitive pay rates with PAYE and Umbrella/LTD options.
Flexible remote working, with occasional travel to Winchester.
Opportunity to contribute to the improvement of SEN services in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.
Senior Education Consultant
Posted 8 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct in-depth needs assessments of educational institutions.
- Develop and implement strategic plans for curriculum enhancement and pedagogical innovation.
- Provide expert advice on assessment strategies, student engagement, and faculty development.
- Facilitate workshops and training sessions for educators and administrators.
- Analyze educational data to identify trends and recommend data-driven improvements.
- Stay abreast of national and international educational policies and research.
- Manage client relationships, ensuring satisfaction and long-term partnerships.
- Contribute to the development of new consulting products and services.
- Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations for stakeholders.
- Collaborate with internal teams to deliver integrated solutions.
- Mentor junior consultants and share expertise within the team.
The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree or PhD in Education or a related field, with a minimum of 7 years of experience in educational leadership, policy, or consulting. Proven experience in curriculum design, instructional coaching, or school improvement initiatives is essential. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills are required. Superior presentation and interpersonal skills are necessary for engaging effectively with diverse educational stakeholders. A strong understanding of current educational technologies and their effective integration is highly desirable. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate education professional to drive meaningful change and impact the future of learning.
Special Education Needs Tutor
Posted 1 day ago
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Multiple positions are available and hiring is ongoing to meet the wide variety of needs we support.
We are on a mission to transform the quality of education provided to young people with SEN (Special Education Needs) / SEND (Special Education Needs and Disabilities), as well as other needs such as SEMH needs (Social, Emotional and Mental Health). We are increasingly supporting children and young people with MLD (Moderate Learning Difficulties) and SLD (Severe Learning Difficulties).
We are looking for SEN / SEND tutors with a genuine passion for transforming the lives of disengaged, at-risk, and vulnerable learners in Hampshire.
At Targeted Provision our mission is to raise the standard of educational support offered to vulnerable young people in the UK. We keep the team around the child, and you will be supported throughout every placement by our team of SEN / SEND Support Specialists.
This role is perfect for qualified SEN / SEND teachers who are eager to work via 1:1 tutoring with children and young people with a variety of learning needs, in a creative, flexible, holistic, and trauma-informed manner, to raise their engagement and drastically improve the outlook of their educational journey.
What we offer our SEN / SEND Tutors:- Flexible part-time up to full-time hours to suit you schedule
- Occasional opportunities to take on remote jobs and online teaching assignments and work from home
- Extensive CPD and upskilling opportunities, including access to the full Tes CPD suite while working with us
- A SEN / SEND Support Team dedicated to keeping a team around the child, and ensuring that every placement is a success for the young person and you
- We invite every active tutor to join our tutor community, where our tutors and ourselves share best practice, resources, and tips
- A place as part of a child-centred company committed to transforming the world of support for vulnerable young people for the better
- This role will involve providing Maths, English, or Science tuition to young people with Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND), Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH), Moderate and Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD / SLD), or other Additional Educational Needs referred to Targeted Provision
- These young people are referred to us by local authorities and schools and will require some level of support in their educational and social-emotional journey
- If selected, your role will be to provide this support via flexible and holistic trauma-informed tutoring and mentoring
- Planning each session of teaching / tutoring / mentoring
- Providing the young person with holistic and engaging sessions which meet their needs and advance their educational and social-emotional journey
- Completing lesson reports and providing feedback on the young person's progress
- Professional Teaching Qualifications (Qualified Teacher Status / QTS / QTLS)
- Minimum 2 years teaching experience
- Experience working with young people with SEND, SEMH, MLD, SLD, and / or other Additional Educational Needs
- Experience, knowledge and understanding of safeguarding processes
- Enhanced DBS (we can help obtain this at cost if needed)
- Two professional references
- You must be based in the UK with the right to work in the UK, even for remote / online assignments
It is a strict requirement that you have the ability to work in a way that promotes the health, safety and wellbeing of children and young people and follow safeguarding policies and procedures at all times.
SEN / SEND Tutor employment status:- This position involves engaging with us as a Worker, to provide short-term engagements as and when they arise
- You will work through a contract for service and will be paid via PAYE
- We do not offer any set amount of work nor expenses coverage
- Our insurance covers the work you do for us
- This is not a self-employed tutoring / self-employed teaching position
We look forward to receiving your CV, outlining your relevant skills and experience that can help make a difference.
Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to every applicant. We aim to respond to all successful applicants within two weeks.
We are keen to hear from candidates from all backgrounds. The over 2 million vulnerable children in the UK are disproportionately constituted of minority and LGBTQIA+ communities, as well as people with disabilities, refugees and migrants, and people living with mental health conditions. It is integral to our mission of raising the standard of support for the UK's vulnerable learners that we engage tutors from all backgrounds so that our tutors can share/relate to the experiences of our students.
We take Safer Recruitment seriously. All candidates must pass through our strict processes to ensure their suitability to work with children and young people before being considered for work with us.
Interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis.
Relevant Job Titles / Previous Experience:Individuals with highly relevant experience from teaching background often have worked in the following roles:
- SENCo (Special Education Needs Coordinator)
- SLD / MLD Teacher
- Autism / ADHD Support Teacher
- Intervention Specialist
- Ex-Teacher
Other highly relevant roles from therapeutic and learning support background include
- Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
- Educational Therapist
- Speech and Language Therapist
- Educational Psychologist
- Inclusion Coordinator
If you hold one of these roles, meet our requirements, and are considering a career change please do consider applying with us.
Special Education Needs Teacher
Posted 1 day ago
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Multiple positions are available and hiring is ongoing to meet the wide variety of needs we support.
We are on a mission to transform the quality of education provided to young people with SEN (Special Education Needs) / SEND (Special Education Needs and Disabilities), as well as other needs such as SEMH needs (Social, Emotional and Mental Health). We are increasingly supporting children and young people with MLD (Moderate Learning Difficulties) and SLD (Severe Learning Difficulties).
We are looking for SEN / SEND tutors with a genuine passion for transforming the lives of disengaged, at-risk, and vulnerable learners in Hampshire.
At Targeted Provision our mission is to raise the standard of educational support offered to vulnerable young people in the UK. We keep the team around the child, and you will be supported throughout every placement by our team of SEN / SEND Support Specialists.
This role is perfect for qualified SEN / SEND teachers who are eager to work via 1:1 tutoring with children and young people with a variety of learning needs, in a creative, flexible, holistic, and trauma-informed manner, to raise their engagement and drastically improve the outlook of their educational journey.
What we offer our SEN / SEND Tutors:- Flexible part-time up to full-time hours to suit you schedule
- Occasional opportunities to take on remote jobs and online teaching assignments and work from home
- Extensive CPD and upskilling opportunities, including access to the full Tes CPD suite while working with us
- A SEN / SEND Support Team dedicated to keeping a team around the child, and ensuring that every placement is a success for the young person and you
- We invite every active tutor to join our tutor community, where our tutors and ourselves share best practice, resources, and tips
- A place as part of a child-centred company committed to transforming the world of support for vulnerable young people for the better
- This role will involve providing Maths, English, or Science tuition to young people with Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND), Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH), Moderate and Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD / SLD), or other Additional Educational Needs referred to Targeted Provision
- These young people are referred to us by local authorities and schools and will require some level of support in their educational and social-emotional journey
- If selected, your role will be to provide this support via flexible and holistic trauma-informed tutoring and mentoring
- Planning each session of teaching / tutoring / mentoring
- Providing the young person with holistic and engaging sessions which meet their needs and advance their educational and social-emotional journey
- Completing lesson reports and providing feedback on the young person's progress
- Professional Teaching Qualifications (Qualified Teacher Status / QTS / QTLS)
- Minimum 2 years teaching experience
- Experience working with young people with SEND, SEMH, MLD, SLD, and / or other Additional Educational Needs
- Experience, knowledge and understanding of safeguarding processes
- Enhanced DBS (we can help obtain this at cost if needed)
- Two professional references
- You must be based in the UK with the right to work in the UK, even for remote / online assignments
It is a strict requirement that you have the ability to work in a way that promotes the health, safety and wellbeing of children and young people and follow safeguarding policies and procedures at all times.
SEN / SEND Tutor employment status:- This position involves engaging with us as a Worker, to provide short-term engagements as and when they arise
- You will work through a contract for service and will be paid via PAYE
- We do not offer any set amount of work nor expenses coverage
- Our insurance covers the work you do for us
- This is not a self-employed tutoring / self-employed teaching position
We look forward to receiving your CV, outlining your relevant skills and experience that can help make a difference.
Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to every applicant. We aim to respond to all successful applicants within two weeks.
We are keen to hear from candidates from all backgrounds. The over 2 million vulnerable children in the UK are disproportionately constituted of minority and LGBTQIA+ communities, as well as people with disabilities, refugees and migrants, and people living with mental health conditions. It is integral to our mission of raising the standard of support for the UK's vulnerable learners that we engage tutors from all backgrounds so that our tutors can share/relate to the experiences of our students.
We take Safer Recruitment seriously. All candidates must pass through our strict processes to ensure their suitability to work with children and young people before being considered for work with us.
Interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis.
Relevant Job Titles / Previous Experience:Individuals with highly relevant experience from teaching background often have worked in the following roles:
- SENCo (Special Education Needs Coordinator)
- SLD / MLD Teacher
- Autism / ADHD Support Teacher
- Intervention Specialist
- Ex-Teacher
Other highly relevant roles from therapeutic and learning support background include
- Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
- Educational Therapist
- Speech and Language Therapist
- Educational Psychologist
- Inclusion Coordinator
If you hold one of these roles, meet our requirements, and are considering a career change please do consider applying with us.
Early Years Education Specialist
Posted 1 day ago
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Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum and learning activities aligned with the EYFS framework.
- Observe, assess, and document children's progress, identifying individual learning needs.
- Plan and deliver engaging educational experiences that promote holistic child development.
- Provide support and guidance to children facing developmental challenges or requiring additional assistance.
- Collaborate with parents and families to foster strong home-school partnerships.
- Work closely with other educators to create a stimulating, safe, and inclusive learning environment.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of children's progress and development.
- Organize and lead educational activities, workshops, and events for children and families.
- Stay current with best practices and research in early childhood education.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of the childcare setting's educational programs.
- Relevant degree or diploma in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field.
- Hold or be working towards Early Years Professional Status (or equivalent).
- Minimum of 3 years of experience working in an early years setting.
- Thorough knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
- Strong understanding of child development theories and best practices in early years pedagogy.
- Excellent observation, assessment, and planning skills.
- Outstanding communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Passion for early childhood education and commitment to children's well-being.
- First Aid certification is required.
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Early Years Education Specialist
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Responsibilities:
- Plan and implement engaging and age-appropriate curriculum activities based on the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
- Observe and assess children's development, maintaining detailed progress records and identifying individual needs.
- Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment where all children can thrive.
- Build positive and supportive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
- Ensure adherence to all safeguarding policies and procedures, promoting the welfare of every child.
- Manage and lead a small team of early years practitioners, providing guidance and professional development.
- Conduct regular staff meetings to discuss children's progress, plan activities, and address any concerns.
- Liaise effectively with parents, providing regular updates on their child's development and engaging them in their learning journey.
- Maintain accurate records of attendance, accidents, and incidents.
- Ensure the learning environment is well-resourced, tidy, and inspiring.
- Participate in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices in early childhood education.
- Support the overall management of the setting, contributing to policy development and strategic planning.
Qualifications:
- Minimum Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years Education (e.g., NVQ, CACHE).
- Significant experience working within an early years setting.
- Thorough knowledge of the EYFS framework.
- Proven ability to plan and deliver high-quality early years education.
- Excellent communication, observation, and assessment skills.
- A clear and enhanced DBS check.
Head of Primary Education
Posted 5 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage all aspects of the primary school curriculum and teaching staff.
- Develop and implement innovative teaching strategies to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Monitor and evaluate the quality of teaching and learning across all primary year groups.
- Provide professional development and support for primary school teachers.
- Ensure compliance with national curriculum standards and educational regulations.
- Foster a positive, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment.
- Collaborate with parents and the wider community to support student well-being and progress.
- Manage the primary school budget effectively.
- Oversee assessment strategies and reporting to parents.
- Contribute to the strategic development of the entire school.
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
- Relevant Master's degree in Education or a related field.
- Substantial experience in primary education leadership and management.
- Proven track record of raising academic standards.
- In-depth knowledge of the national curriculum and assessment frameworks.
- Strong understanding of child development and effective pedagogy.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to inspire and motivate a team of professionals.
- Experience in curriculum development and implementation.
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.