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  Building Supervisor (With Supervision)  

  Education Authority

  [fulltime] - Belfast

  Posted: 21/10/2025

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  JOB PURPOSE To provide on-site supervision, cleaning and non-cleaning... Read More

  JOB PURPOSE To provide on-site supervision, cleaning and non-cleaning services under the direction of the designated line manager or other authorised person and in accordance with the practices and procedures of the Education Authority. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Security  Security of the premises (including school meals accommodation) and its contents. Open and close the premises and grounds, except in circumstances where the Authority/designated line manager or other authorised person authorises another person to do so. Ensure that all windows are closed, doors and gates, both internal and external are locked at the end of each day. Safe custody of the keys of the premises, the allocation of keys to cleaning staff (where appropriate) and ensuring that keys used by the cleaning staff are returned at the end of each working day. Operate and monitor security camera system including changing and storing of used tapes where appropriate. Operate fire alarm, burglar alarm and building security systems and report any faults. Attend after-hour break in and vandalism at the premises and ensure that the premises are secure and cleaned at the earliest opportunity when clearance has been given and any unauthorised entry or damage is reported to the designated line manager or other authorised person. During normal working hours report any suspicious activity of persons immediately to the designated line manager or other authorised person to ensure a safe working environment for building users. Report any breach of security to the designated line manager or other authorised person. A breach would include the finding of used needles, or suspicious illegal substance abuse in accordance with Education Authority policy. Apply grit/rock salt in times of snow and frost to ensure pathways and entrances are free from snow and ice. Mechanical and Electrical Services Efficient operation of the boiler/heating system ensuring value for money and energy conservation in accordance with Education Authority policy. Lighting and heating of the premises and the routine maintenance of plant including school meals accommodation where there are common services. Ensure adequate fuel is requisitioned in good time. Monitor and document the usage of fuel, water and electricity. Replace lamps, tubes and plugs to a level of 3.35m using appropriate equipment, except where access from above can be gained. Inspect and report any defects on firefighting equipment to the designated line manager or other authorised person. Chemically dose, clean and maintain water levels of any swimming/hydrotherapy pools. Cleaning Clean the premises except the accommodation used solely for school meals purposes. Plan, organise and control the work of cleaning staff (if appropriate) to ensure that Education Authority standards are met, it being understood that the building supervisor personally undertakes cleaning duties. Plan periodic work in consultation with service users and report plans to the designated line manager or other authorised person. Recommend and implement changes in work procedures in accordance with the designated line manager or other authorised person to improve economy, standards or ease of operation. Monitor suitability and performance of materials and light equipment and advise the designated line manager or other authorised person where these are inappropriate for the task. Ensure that all hard surfaces and paths and ornamental grounds around the property are clean, tidy and free of litter. Ensure that all external surface drains and gullies and kitchen grease-traps within the building complex are free flowing and clean by removing obstructions up to 3.35m. Ensure that bins within the building complex are washed and cleaned (including school meals bins). Empty on a daily basis litter bins within the building complex. Provide an ongoing cleaning service to the entire premises to deal with such things as spillage, flooding, midday toilet cleaning, litter or any cleaning problem associated with weather conditions. Replenish toilet rolls, soaps, paper towels and any other requisites required throughout the working day. Daily inspection of sandpits and removal of sand from fouled areas. Clean and replace contents of sandpits and paddling pools as required by the designated line manager or other authorised person. Clean external signs, light covers, and notices up to 3.35 m. Clean non-electrical fittings on all portable heating and ventilation equipment. Ensure that adequate supplies of materials and light equipment are requisitioned and maintained at appropriate levels within the budget allocated and that equipment is kept in good condition, used and stored correctly. Ensure that all defects in cleaning equipment are reported to the designated line manager or other authorised person. Prepare the premises for after-school activities, clean and prepare the school for its normal use. Direct and clean all internal fixed glass surfaces up to 3.35 metres using the appropriate equipment provided to ensure safe working conditions. Ensure cleaning staff wear personal protective equipment and/or workwear when provided. Ensure that the cleaning standards within the premises meet Education Authority standards. (where appropriate) investigate complaints in respect of the cleaning provision, take corrective action and where appropriate advise the designated line manager or other authorised person. Porterage Receipt and transport of stores and materials and other goods including school meals and school milk materials that have been delivered to the building premises and their distribution to and from appropriate points of storage. Despatch laundry, goods and other materials from the building. Where part of the school premises are used dually for the consumption of food and educational purposes the caretaker will be required to assist with the setting out and removal of tables and chairs and will be responsible for the cleaning of the room (other staff being responsible for the removal of food debris and litter from the tables and the room). Transport all refuse bins to and from their collection point. Prepare rooms for examinations and other purposes. Administration Prepare reports on the cleaning of premises and any defects in the premises externally and internally. Organise as authorised by the designated line manager or other authorised person the employment of outside contractors or workmen using the Education Authority’s reporting system and monitor their presence reporting any deviation from their work routine. Complete all paperwork associated with the post and writing reports when required. Maintain records of consumable stocks and inventory of equipment. Ensure that defects in electrical floor equipment are reported immediately to the designated line manager or other authorised person and that a record of equipment repaired is kept and that all equipment is cleaned and stored safely. Ensure that all records in respect of staff attendance, holidays absence are completed, authorized and returned in good time. Handyperson Duties Within the competence of the post-holder. General Conditions All duties must be carried out to comply with: a) The Health and Safety at Work (NI) Order 1978; b) Acts of Parliament, Statutory Instruments and Regulations and other legal requirements; c) COSHH Regulations d) Codes of Practice. Training Building supervisors will accept any training to facilitate the undertaking of duties for jobs up to and including their own grade. Building supervisors will accept training for jobs graded at higher levels than their own. Payment will only be made where there is a requirement by the authority for the higher level duties to be carried out. Building supervisors will carry out induction and refresher training of cleaning staff (if appropriate), keeping a record of such training. Elections In the event of a school being used for election purposes the building supervisor will be required to carry out such duties relating to elections as are determined by the joint negotiating committee. Copies of the precise nature of these duties will be issued when required. Other Duties Falling within the purview of the grade as required. Read Less

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  Cook  

  Education Authority

  [parttime] - Antrim

  Posted: 20/10/2025

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  JOB PURPOSE To assist the Senior/Unit Catering Supervisor in all activ... Read More

  JOB PURPOSE To assist the Senior/Unit Catering Supervisor in all activities concerned with the preparation and cooking of meals. Team participation is essential to provide an efficient hygienic service, to achieve customer satisfaction and to promote sales within the unit.
  MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  1. Skilled cooking activities connected with the full range of meals (for example, assist with the preparation of menus, portion control, the provision of special dietary meals and function catering where appropriate). 2. To assist with:
  a) Record keeping.
  b) Control of hygiene, health and safety in the kitchen including recording of temperatures.
  c) The direction and/or shared supervision of other employees. 3. To undertake operational control of service points including transported meals. 4. Associated administrative duties as required which may include assistance with:
  (a) The planning of meals.
  (b) Stock-taking, including the organisation of stores and fridges and receipt of deliveries.
  (c) General kitchen management in the absence of the Senior/Unit Catering Supervisor.
  (d) Shared supervision of other employees.
  (e) Training of staff.
   (f) Cash handling duties where appropriate. 5. General kitchen duties as required which may include washing up, setting up and clearing away equipment and tables, cleaning of the kitchen, dining room surrounds and equipment. 6. Assist in the promotion of the service to parents, principals and customers to increase the uptake. 7. Securing of premises as required. 8. Duties as delegated in connection with service provision. General Conditions: 9. All duties must be carried out to comply with:
  (a) Acts of Parliament, Statutory Instruments and Regulations and other legal requirements.
  (b) Codes of Practice. 10. All duties will be carried out in the working conditions normally inherent in the particular job. 11. All necessary administration must be completed as required. 12. Duties will be carried out for jobs up to and including those in the same grade, provided such duties are within the competence of the employee 13. Promote and adhere to the Values/ethos of the School. Read Less

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  Catering Manager  

  Education Authority

  [parttime] - Newcastle

  Posted: 20/10/2025

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  JOB PURPOSEThe Catering Manager is responsible for the efficient day-t... Read More

  JOB PURPOSEThe Catering Manager is responsible for the efficient day-to-day management of the kitchen. Leadership and team participation are essential to provide a quality catering service to our children, young people, and staff. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Service Delivery Execute skilled cooking activities and innovation connected to the full range of menu provisions, for example, preparation of menus, portion control, plating presentation, special dietary meals, including the texture modification of food for special diets (IDDSI), theme days/events and function catering where appropriate.  Organise and supervise all aspects of food service, including service points and the transportation of meals, if required.  The role includes the overall management of dining centre kitchens as well as the production kitchen.  Follow EA policies and procedures for safe cooking and food service to meet current standards of food safety legislation.  Ensure you are aware of all allergen and special dietary requirements and that the Allergen Matrix is always up to date.”)  Make sure that food temperatures are recorded and complete records as required. Manage deliveries, ordering, storage, and stock-take to ensure food safety and minimum wastage. Ensure the safe operation of kitchen equipment and report any equipment defects. Report any incident of fire, loss, damage, unfit food, or signs of pest infestation, e.g., mice, etc.   Secure premises as required. Actively promote the catering service through parents, principals, pupils and customers to increase the uptake of meals and including theme days and events. Establish effective communication links with the school on all aspects of service delivery.  Investigate and report local-level customer complaints to the Regional Operations Manager.  Manage internal risk assessments, including the Fire Risk Assessment. Develop a friendly and helpful atmosphere and professionally handle any feedback, including complaints. Other duties assigned by the Regional Operations Manager from time to time to ensure the smooth running of the kitchen. People Management Efficient management of the teams, ensuring we deliver a high-quality service. Supervise and direct employees, including allocating duties and work rotas. Where employed at a transporting kitchen, duties also incorporate the Catering Assistants' work routine and the dining centres' operational issues, including regular visits to dining centres.  Actively participate in implementing all policies relating to staff issues, e.g., disciplinary and grievance, managing attendance, monitoring absence levels, and undertaking Return to Work Interviews. Take part in the interviewing and selection of staff as and if required within your catering unit and support the Investigation Officer in investigations as part of the grievance and disciplinary process where needed. Induct all new staff, including relief staff, as per the Induction Checklist and monitor them throughout their probationary period. Report any issues to your Regional Operations Manager. Carry out all relevant and essential training as detailed by the Regional Operations Manager, including annual refresher training and ensure that all training record cards are maintained.  Ensure effective communication at all levels through regular staff meetings. Manage staff performance, complete appraisals for catering staff, and set appropriate targets.  Financial Monitor the unit's financial performance, maintain costs within pre-budgeted targets, and assist in implementing financial procedures and activities within the catering service. Complete clerical duties, i.e., bookwork, ordering of goods, and accident reporting, associated with the efficient running of the kitchen. Handle cash transactions and ensure that accurate cash handling procedures are followed according to EA financial procedures. Responsible for managing all resources, including food, labour, overheads, and equipment and ensuring that the correct financial procedures are followed.  General Responsibilities All duties will be carried out to comply with the following:(a) Acts of Parliament, Statutory Legislation and Regulations and other legal requirements. (b) Codes of Practice, HACCP (Hazard analysis of critical control points) regulations and all Health, Safety & Hygiene standards to include COSHH and Natasha's Law.  Perform all necessary administration as required. Maintain personal hygiene and appearance, and ensure all staff strictly adhere to the EA uniform code on a daily basis. Attend training sessions as scheduled and team meetings as required, including sessions during school closure periods. Promote and adhere to the values and ethos of the Education Authority and always present an image conducive to promoting good customer relations. Follow guidelines on the Education Authorities staff code of conduct at all times. Read Less

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  Cook  

  Education Authority

  [parttime] - Newtownabbey

  Posted: 18/10/2025

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  JOB PURPOSE To assist the Senior/Unit Catering Supervisor in all activ... Read More

  JOB PURPOSE To assist the Senior/Unit Catering Supervisor in all activities concerned with the preparation and cooking of meals. Team participation is essential to provide an efficient hygienic service, to achieve customer satisfaction and to promote sales within the unit.
  MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  1. Skilled cooking activities connected with the full range of meals (for example, assist with the preparation of menus, portion control, the provision of special dietary meals and function catering where appropriate). 2. To assist with:
  a) Record keeping.
  b) Control of hygiene, health and safety in the kitchen including recording of temperatures.
  c) The direction and/or shared supervision of other employees. 3. To undertake operational control of service points including transported meals. 4. Associated administrative duties as required which may include assistance with:
  (a) The planning of meals.
  (b) Stock-taking, including the organisation of stores and fridges and receipt of deliveries.
  (c) General kitchen management in the absence of the Senior/Unit Catering Supervisor.
  (d) Shared supervision of other employees.
  (e) Training of staff.
   (f) Cash handling duties where appropriate. 5. General kitchen duties as required which may include washing up, setting up and clearing away equipment and tables, cleaning of the kitchen, dining room surrounds and equipment. 6. Assist in the promotion of the service to parents, principals and customers to increase the uptake. 7. Securing of premises as required. 8. Duties as delegated in connection with service provision. General Conditions: 9. All duties must be carried out to comply with:
  (a) Acts of Parliament, Statutory Instruments and Regulations and other legal requirements.
  (b) Codes of Practice. 10. All duties will be carried out in the working conditions normally inherent in the particular job. 11. All necessary administration must be completed as required. 12. Duties will be carried out for jobs up to and including those in the same grade, provided such duties are within the competence of the employee 13. Promote and adhere to the Values/ethos of the School. Read Less

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  Catering Assistant - 2 posts  

  Education Authority

  [parttime] - Londonderry

  Posted: 18/10/2025

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  JOB PURPOSETo actively participate in the daily operation of the Cater... Read More

  JOB PURPOSETo actively participate in the daily operation of the Catering Unit under the direction of the Senior/Unit Catering Supervisor.
  Team participation is essential to provide an efficient hygienic service, to achieve customer satisfaction and to promote sales within the unit.
  MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  1. Basic preparation of food and beverages, including the preparation of vegetables and snacks using appropriate equipment.
  2. Simple cooking, including the reconstitution of prepared food.
  3. Organising and controlling food service points.
  4. Transferring and serving meals and snacks including transported meals.
  5. Assisting with the promotion of meals to pupils, parents and principal.
  6. Maintaining regular contact with the central kitchen, if applicable, with regard to all aspects of service delivery.
  7. Preparing the dining area:
  (a) Setting out dining room tables, chairs, benches and serving points as required by the meals service.
  (b) Setting tables, laying out of cutlery, water jugs, etc.
  8. Completing general kitchen and dining room duties including washing up, clearing away equipment including tables, chairs and benches*. 
  9. Cleaning the kitchen/servery, dining room and equipment including floors and walls*.
  10. Recording temperatures for control purposes as required.
  11. Securing premises as required.
  12. Completing duties as delegated in connection with service provision.
  13. Carry out all duties to comply with:
  (a) Acts of Parliament, Statutory Instruments and Regulations and other legal requirements;
  (b) Codes of Practice
  14. Carry out all duties in the working conditions normally inherent in the particular job.
  15. Complete all necessary administration.
  16. Carry out duties for jobs up to and including those in the same grade, provided such duties are within the competence of the employee.
  17. Promote and adhere to the Values/ethos of the School. * Note: Where part of the school premises are used for the dual purpose of consumption of food and educational purposes, non catering staff are responsible for the cleaning of the room. Read Less

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  Catering Assistant - 2 posts  

  Education Authority

  [parttime] - Enniskillen

  Posted: 18/10/2025

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  JOB PURPOSETo actively participate in the daily operation of the Cater... Read More

  JOB PURPOSETo actively participate in the daily operation of the Catering Unit under the direction of the Senior/Unit Catering Supervisor.
  Team participation is essential to provide an efficient hygienic service, to achieve customer satisfaction and to promote sales within the unit.
  MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  1. Basic preparation of food and beverages, including the preparation of vegetables and snacks using appropriate equipment.
  2. Simple cooking, including the reconstitution of prepared food.
  3. Organising and controlling food service points.
  4. Transferring and serving meals and snacks including transported meals.
  5. Assisting with the promotion of meals to pupils, parents and principal.
  6. Maintaining regular contact with the central kitchen, if applicable, with regard to all aspects of service delivery.
  7. Preparing the dining area:
  (a) Setting out dining room tables, chairs, benches and serving points as required by the meals service.
  (b) Setting tables, laying out of cutlery, water jugs, etc.
  8. Completing general kitchen and dining room duties including washing up, clearing away equipment including tables, chairs and benches*. 
  9. Cleaning the kitchen/servery, dining room and equipment including floors and walls*.
  10. Recording temperatures for control purposes as required.
  11. Securing premises as required.
  12. Completing duties as delegated in connection with service provision.
  13. Carry out all duties to comply with:
  (a) Acts of Parliament, Statutory Instruments and Regulations and other legal requirements;
  (b) Codes of Practice
  14. Carry out all duties in the working conditions normally inherent in the particular job.
  15. Complete all necessary administration.
  16. Carry out duties for jobs up to and including those in the same grade, provided such duties are within the competence of the employee.
  17. Promote and adhere to the Values/ethos of the School. * Note: Where part of the school premises are used for the dual purpose of consumption of food and educational purposes, non catering staff are responsible for the cleaning of the room. Read Less

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  Cleaner  

  Education Authority

  [parttime] - Belfast

  Posted: 18/10/2025

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  JOB PURPOSE Undertake, as part of a team, the cleaning of any area wit... Read More

  JOB PURPOSE Undertake, as part of a team, the cleaning of any area within the premises, designated by the line manager. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Sweep, suction clean, mop, dry buff, spray clean, spray wax, machine scrub and dry, strip and re-polish floors using appropriate equipment.Clean and remove stains of soft floor surfaces (carpets/matting) using the appropriate cleaning method.Clean toilet and shower area including the fixtures and fittings.Clean, wash and dust ledges, walls, fixtures, fittings and internal surfaces up to 3.35M. Polish furniture where appropriate.Empty and clean internal litter bins and remove litter to the designated collection points. General ConditionsCarry out all duties to comply with:a) The Health and Safety at Work (NI) Order 1978;b) Acts of Parliament, Statutory Instruments and Regulations and other legal requirements;c) The COSHH Regulations;d) Codes of Practice.Carry out all duties in the working conditions normally inherent in the particular job.Cover colleagues on sick leave in line with Education Authority procedure.Absence must be reported in line with Education Authority’s Procedure and the relevant forms must be completed and signed by the Building Supervisor.When carrying out cleaning duties protective clothing or work wear issued must be worn.Flat-soled enclosed-toe footwear should be worn when carrying out cleaning duties.Any cleaning equipment issued must be used and cared for in an appropriate and safe manner, with any defects being reported immediately.Complete all necessary paperwork.Duties will be carried out for jobs up to and including those in the same grade, provided such duties are within the competence of the employee. TrainingEmployees will accept any training for jobs graded at a higher level than their own. Payment will only be made where there is a requirement by the Authority for the higher-level duties to be carried out. Employees must accept any training to facilitate the undertaking of duties up to and including their own grade. The training to include:Induction TrainingRefresher Training Read Less

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  Catering Manager  

  Education Authority

  [fulltime] - Bangor

  Posted: 18/10/2025

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  JOB PURPOSEThe Catering Manager is responsible for the efficient day-t... Read More

  JOB PURPOSEThe Catering Manager is responsible for the efficient day-to-day management of the kitchen. Leadership and team participation are essential to provide a quality catering service to our children, young people, and staff. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Service Delivery Execute skilled cooking activities and innovation connected to the full range of menu provisions, for example, preparation of menus, portion control, plating presentation, special dietary meals, including the texture modification of food for special diets (IDDSI), theme days/events and function catering where appropriate.  Organise and supervise all aspects of food service, including service points and the transportation of meals, if required.  The role includes the overall management of dining centre kitchens as well as the production kitchen.  Follow EA policies and procedures for safe cooking and food service to meet current standards of food safety legislation.  Ensure you are aware of all allergen and special dietary requirements and that the Allergen Matrix is always up to date.”)  Make sure that food temperatures are recorded and complete records as required. Manage deliveries, ordering, storage, and stock-take to ensure food safety and minimum wastage. Ensure the safe operation of kitchen equipment and report any equipment defects. Report any incident of fire, loss, damage, unfit food, or signs of pest infestation, e.g., mice, etc.   Secure premises as required. Actively promote the catering service through parents, principals, pupils and customers to increase the uptake of meals and including theme days and events. Establish effective communication links with the school on all aspects of service delivery.  Investigate and report local-level customer complaints to the Regional Operations Manager.  Manage internal risk assessments, including the Fire Risk Assessment. Develop a friendly and helpful atmosphere and professionally handle any feedback, including complaints. Other duties assigned by the Regional Operations Manager from time to time to ensure the smooth running of the kitchen. People Management Efficient management of the teams, ensuring we deliver a high-quality service. Supervise and direct employees, including allocating duties and work rotas. Where employed at a transporting kitchen, duties also incorporate the Catering Assistants' work routine and the dining centres' operational issues, including regular visits to dining centres.  Actively participate in implementing all policies relating to staff issues, e.g., disciplinary and grievance, managing attendance, monitoring absence levels, and undertaking Return to Work Interviews. Take part in the interviewing and selection of staff as and if required within your catering unit and support the Investigation Officer in investigations as part of the grievance and disciplinary process where needed. Induct all new staff, including relief staff, as per the Induction Checklist and monitor them throughout their probationary period. Report any issues to your Regional Operations Manager. Carry out all relevant and essential training as detailed by the Regional Operations Manager, including annual refresher training and ensure that all training record cards are maintained.  Ensure effective communication at all levels through regular staff meetings. Manage staff performance, complete appraisals for catering staff, and set appropriate targets.  Financial Monitor the unit's financial performance, maintain costs within pre-budgeted targets, and assist in implementing financial procedures and activities within the catering service. Complete clerical duties, i.e., bookwork, ordering of goods, and accident reporting, associated with the efficient running of the kitchen. Handle cash transactions and ensure that accurate cash handling procedures are followed according to EA financial procedures. Responsible for managing all resources, including food, labour, overheads, and equipment and ensuring that the correct financial procedures are followed.  General Responsibilities All duties will be carried out to comply with the following:(a) Acts of Parliament, Statutory Legislation and Regulations and other legal requirements. (b) Codes of Practice, HACCP (Hazard analysis of critical control points) regulations and all Health, Safety & Hygiene standards to include COSHH and Natasha's Law.  Perform all necessary administration as required. Maintain personal hygiene and appearance, and ensure all staff strictly adhere to the EA uniform code on a daily basis. Attend training sessions as scheduled and team meetings as required, including sessions during school closure periods. Promote and adhere to the values and ethos of the Education Authority and always present an image conducive to promoting good customer relations. Follow guidelines on the Education Authorities staff code of conduct at all times. Read Less

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  Advisory Teacher - Autism (Local Impact Teams) - Derry/Londonderry Area  

  Education Authority

  [fulltime] - Omagh

  Posted: 18/10/2025

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  JOB PURPOSEThe Autism Advisory Teacher will work within the Education... Read More

  JOB PURPOSEThe Autism Advisory Teacher will work within the Education Authority) Local Impact Teams. The role of the Autism Advisory Teacher is to deliver training, to offer advice and support to school staff and parents/carers, and to work directly with autistic children and young people regards of their stage on the diagnostic journey. This may involve working with school staff and pupils in preschool, nursery, primary post-primary settings, within mainstream, specialist settings attached to mainstream and Special Schools. The Advisory Teacher will liaise with other EA Officers and with other professionals in other agencies. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES1. Advise and support staff working in schools, nurseries and preschool settingsProvide advice to schools to facilitate school staff addressing the particular learning, social, communication and developmental needs of Autistic pupils;Work closely with class teachers, Special Needs Co-ordinators (SENCos) and Learning Support teachers in schools to develop effective strategies and interventions in relation to individual or groups of pupils;To encourage a co-ordinated approach in addressing a pupil’s learning, social, communication and developmental needs.
  2. Contribute to the implementation of a range of interventionsDevise and assist the implementation of an individualised learning programme for autistic children and young people;Facilitate the delivery of a range of support packages that are deemed to be appropriate to meet the needs of the individual Autistic pupil. 3. Work directly with selected individual pupilsContribute to blocks of direct pupil support for pupils who require more specific support in addition to the advice and guidance provided to the school staff;Monitor, assess and review a pupil’s progress and the appropriateness of provision and provide reports at regular intervals as required.
  4. Develop Autistic Specific Training ProgrammesContribute to the development and delivery of training courses for Teachers, classroom assistants, Learning Support Assistants, other school-based staff, parents/carers and for other professionals. This may also involve working with other EA Officers with expertise in the area of Special Educational Needs. 5. Promote Parental Involvement Liaising with the pupil’s parents/carers to encourage their involvement and to offer advice and support as to how they might support their child at home;Encouraging liaison between home and school to maximise consistency in relation to the effective strategies that are being implemented to meet the needs of the pupil.
   6. Provide Advice to the Education AuthorityBy writing educational advice in respect of pupils with Special Educational Needs under the terms of the Education and Libraries (NI) Order 1986. 7. Liaise with other AgenciesTo promote a co-ordinated approach in the assessment and identification of a pupil’s learning, social, communication and developmental needs;Engage in multi-disciplinary meetings, as appropriate, to meet the needs of individual pupils.
  8. Be involved with Continuing Professional Development (CPD)Keep informed of current approaches, teaching strategies and resources relevant to teaching Autistic children and young people so that appropriate support can be applied in school contexts.9. Complete Other DutiesUndertake any other related duties as required by the Education Authority Read Less

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  Advisory Teacher - Language & Communication (Local Impact Teams) - 4 posts  

  Education Authority

  [fulltime] - Antrim

  Posted: 18/10/2025

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  JOB PURPOSEThe language and communication Advisory Teacher will work w... Read More

  JOB PURPOSEThe language and communication Advisory Teacher will work within the Education Authority) Local Impact Teams. The role of the language and communication Advisory Teacher is to deliver training, to offer advice and support to school staff and parents/carers, and to work directly with children and young people. This may involve working with school staff and pupils in preschool, nursery, primary post-primary settings, within mainstream, specialist settings attached to mainstream and Special Schools. The Advisory Teacher will liaise with other EA Officers and with other professionals in other agencies. 1. Contribute to the development and co-ordination of Language and Communication within the EA Local IMPACT Teams.
  Within the guidance of Local Impact Team manager; Contribute as required to the development and delivery of a language and communication training programme for educational professionals to promote the capacity building of staff in educational settings.Liaise with staff in EA services and other agencies, particularly Health Trust Speech and Language Therapists, Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists, and RISE NI staff regarding delivery of training to maximise the quality and consistency of training offered to professionals supporting children with special educational needs.Promote and develop effective partnerships with parents to support their children’s learning, achievement, and development by contributing to the development of training/ information sessions for parents as required.Contribute to the development and delivery of the EA Local Impact Team action plan, and the wider SEND Transformation Plan.Support Language Intervention Officers and Language Assistants in delivering their role as required. Contribute to the development of an excellent support service within which all staff acknowledge that they are accountable for the success of the service.Contribute to the quality monitoring and evaluation of aspects of the EA Local IMPACT team in promoting positive outcomes for service users.Training, advice, and support for service usersChildren/Young PeopleCollaborate with staff in educational settings, with parents to provide assessment, intervention and progress monitoring for staff and children in educational settings. Provide and facilitate the delivery of a range of interventions that are deemed to be appropriate to meet the needs of the individual child/young person.Maintain a key role in relation to some children who require more specific support to include the development and implementation of an individualised based support programme.Support the transition of children with SEN, including those with language, and communication needs/Developmental Language Disorder.Maintain reports of involvement, assessment, and progress for each child/young person on an allocated caseload and any child/young person receiving advice and support.FamiliesLiaise with parents to encourage their involvement, particularly the importance of attendance at speech and language therapy appointments in Health Trust clinics; and to offer advice and support as to how they might assist their child at home.Facilitate parent support groups and training as required.Encourage and demonstrate liaison between home and educational setting to maximise consistency in relation to effective strategies that are being implemented to meet the needs of an individual child.Educational ProfessionalsProvide a ‘link’ role to allocated educational setting establishing a key relationship on behalf of the and facilitating an efficient and effective use of the service resource.Signpost to Language and Communication and other relevant SEN training for educational setting professionals in developing knowledge and skills in supporting children with SEN.Provide advice to staff in educational settings (including leaders and practitioners) regarding the educational implications of the children’s SEN including language and Communication needs/Developmental Language Disorder and the use of appropriate support strategies and resources including assistive technology, where appropriate. Assist staff in drawing up Action plans for educational settings and IEPs/PLPs for children with SEN including language and Communication needs/Developmental Language Disorder. Work closely with staff to develop practical strategies and interventions which could be promoted with a child and parent as the primary educator based on a model of capacity building.Encourage a co-ordinated approach in addressing the special educational needs of a child with more complex needs alongside SEN language and Communication needs/Developmental Language Disorder.Advise on reasonable and appropriate adjustments that could be made to promote the effective inclusion of children with SEN in accordance with the Special Educational Needs and Disability Order (2005);Identify models of good practice so that these can be shared with other educational settings. 2. Collaboration and Inter-agency workProvide, as required, written Educational Advice in respect of pupils with SEN under the terms of the Education and Libraries (NI) Order 1986.Contribute to Annual Reviews of Statements of Special Educational Needs, as required.Liaise, as appropriate, with members of other services and agencies including the Educational Psychology Service, and other statutory and voluntary agencies.Contribute to multi-disciplinary meetings, as appropriate, regarding the special educational needs of individual children.Promote and practice a co-ordinated approach in the assessment and identification of the special educational needs of pupils.3. Record keeping, reporting and Information TechnologyProvide information, advice and reports to the Children and Young People’s Services Department to enable the EA to meet its responsibilities in the provision of a high-quality service which (a) provides effective teaching and learning, (b) indicates improved standards of achievement, and (c) demonstrates efficiency and value for money.Carry out assessments, prepare intervention plans, review, and evaluate intervention plans, prepare Educational Advice as part of a Statutory Assessment and Review Procedure as required. Use a range of Management Information Systems and software packages to support record keeping and record management, training, and resource development (for example, the EA Local Impact Teams Management Information system (MIS), Microsoft TEAMS, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Forms, Google Classroom etc).Support Intervention Officers and Language Assistants, as required, to provide information for reports/ advice and guidance in line with service protocols.Participate in record audits as managed by Area Managers/LIT Managers.4. Continuing Professional DevelopmentKeep informed of current approaches, strategies, and resources relevant to supporting children with special educational needs including Developmental Language Disorder so that appropriate interventions can be applied in the learning environment.Participate in and contribute to the service staff development programme.
  o Engage in professional development activities in line with multi-disciplinary/trans-disciplinary model of service.
  o Engage in professional development activities in line with multi-disciplinary/trans-disciplinary model of service in relation to personal targets and goals.
  o Support the professional development of other team members in line with the multi-disciplinary/transdisciplinary model of team development.5. Other DutiesComply with Education Authority policies and procedures in relation to the duties and responsibilities of the post.Always maintain confidentiality of information received.Undertake any other related duties as required by the Education Authority. Read Less

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