as a result of developing this more integrated approach, an exciting opportunity for this leadership position has arisen
promote greater inclusion and outcomes for children
would you like to play a crucial role in developing an integrated approach to quality education and care across our Borough?
we wish to recruit a knowledgeable, proactive, and consummate professional, with broad experience of the sector to lead our highly regarded advisory team in supporting Early Years settings across the borough and developing this more integrated approach across Cognus and London Borough of Sutton
as a leader of the Early Years Team in this newly created post, you will be afforded a unique opportunity to play a crucial role to devise a Local Authority-wide Integrated Early Years strategy, to further drive setting improvements
already an experienced leader, you will offer the team effective and impactful direction and, through the passion and experience you bring, you will aspire the best in others
if you believe as strongly as we do in the importance of the Early Years and you are excited by this challenge, we want to hear from you
Responsibility
to deputise for the Head of SEND Support as and when required
monitor and report to a range of partners regarding early years education and childcare settings safeguarding practices and policies; highlighting and disseminating good practice and supporting leaders and managers to remedy any identified gaps
use LBS’ annual safeguarding audit to monitor compliance with the statutory requirements of the EYFS in relation to the safeguarding of children
line manage and co-ordinate the work of the Early Years Team, to ensure individual and team objectives are delivered
speech and language therapist
Working hours
permanent
Responsibility
at the point of referral, gathering relevant information regarding previous and current input from health and social care services
all applicants must hold current registrations with the Health Care Professionals Council and be a member of The Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists
to maintain effective liaison with all partners e.g
delivery of specialist programmes on an individual and/or small group basis Offering advice to parents and carers as well as teaching staff at a targeted or universal level
promotion of effective inclusion of children and young people into all aspects of the school curriculum
providing reports to referrers and other agencies involved in the child/young persons care and advice on appropriate differentiation of and access to the curriculum
to attend and contribute to team meetings as required
plan, create and deliver a wide range of tailored interventions and/ or therapy programmes where direct SaLT input is indicated and effectively hand over prescribed programmes through training and modelling with teaching staff, parents and carers
occupational therapist
Working hours
permanent
Responsibility
to personally undertake a case load of referrals to include Visiting and assessing children and young people with OT Needs
to appropriately identify service provision in line with child and young persons needs at specialist, targeted or universal level of support
delivery of specialist programmes on an individual and/or small group basis
offering advice to parents and carers as well as teaching staff at a targeted or universal level
advice and treatment for children and young people with functional difficulties and sensory processing needs
maintaining children/young peoples records to a high standard
at the point of referral gathering relevant information regarding previous and current input from health and social care services
delivery of therapy Embed legislative change and key developments with support from the team Participate in clinical audits, service development activities and research as and when required Engage in CPD activities Comply with the Cognus Limited mandatory training requirements Plan, deliver and evaluate training sessions for educational provisions, with support
payroll
Working hours
part-time | Permanent
Salary
salary
Responsibility
lead staff communications and act as the point of liaison with Cognus Staff Council and staff working groups as necessary
the main duties and responsibilities of the post holder are indicated below although other duties of an appropriate level and nature will also be required
ensure that jobs are evaluated and positively benchmarked against organisational targets and comparative organisations
head of finance
Working hours
full-time
Salary
salary
Responsibility
ensure that there is an effective framework of governance and control for financial reporting, budget setting, monitoring of spend & forecasting, and budget management within the Company
works jointly with the Managing Director of Cognus and the Assistant Director of Finance at the London Borough of Sutton to lead and manage an effective finance service for Cognus
lead and manage a team undertaking all financial activities for the Company including strategic, operational and transactional finance tasks
care coordinator
Salary
salary
SALARY
Education
a) Health and safety
b) Safeguarding and protection of children
c) Equal opportunities and management of diversity
d) Data protection
e) Outstanding Customer care
Responsibility
POSITION: EHCP Coordinator
POSITION: EHCP Coordinator Assistant
DIVISION: Special Educational Needs and Disability Service
REPORTS TO: SEND Team Manager
to support the delivery of statutory processes by ensuring files on the Caseload Management system are accurate and updated, uploading and downloading documents in line with standard procedures and scheduling Next Step Meetings as necessary
20. To undertake such other duties of a similar nature from time to time, as required by the Head of SEND
11. Ensure that all SEND trackers are kept up to date, with accurate recording of data and relevant dates
14. Collate and produce Management Information reports as required and in line with the training provided
education welfare officer
Salary
salary
Education
a) Health and safety
b) Safeguarding and protection of children
c) Equal opportunities and management of diversity
d) Data protection
e) Outstanding Customer care
Requirements
we are looking for professionals who are passionate about the inclusion of children and young people in education and society
individual’s that enjoy a varied workload, are organised, creative, and have excellent people skills
successful candidates will provide a flexible approach supporting attendance across the organisation and the local area
cognus is about education – we exist to support schools, families, and children/young people to access, enjoy and thrive in educational settings in school and in the community
location: Borough of Sutton - Head Office Wallington
cognus is commissioned by London Borough of Sutton to provide a wide range of education services to mainstream schools and specialist education providers in Sutton
the Cognus Attendance Support Team is evolving and expanding in order to meet the revised duties of a local authority
please see DfE Working Together to Improve School Attendance We are seeking to employ an Education Welfare Officer to join our existing team which assists the London Borough of Sutton in carrying out its duties in relation to School attendance and ensure that children and young people achieve their full potential through attendance and engagement with education
Responsibility
POSITION: Education Welfare Officer - Attendance
DIVISION: Attendance
carry out any other duties as reasonably required
f. Contribute to the completion and development of the company quality framework and cycle of continuous of improvement
d. Maintain relevant statistical and management information, provide reports and key performance information as required
the main duties and responsibilities of the post holder are indicated below although other duties of an appropriate level and nature will also be required
operations director
Salary
salary
Education
a) Health and safety
b) Safeguarding and protection of children
c) Equal opportunities and management of diversity
d) Data protection
e) Outstanding Customer care
Responsibility
POSITION: Operations Director
REPORTS TO: Managing Director
JOB TYPE: Full time , Permanent
GRADE/PAY: Cognus Band 6 up to Directors Band £79,875.83 to £103,903.67 per annum
identify opportunities for the continual improvement of operations including changes to business processes to deliver high quality, customer-focussed, cost-effective services that meet agreed quality standards and contractual requirements, optimising potential business development opportunities as appropriate
ensure the well-being of employees and service users by actively promoting and complying with health and safety regulations, policies and procedures
the post holder will manage, support and develop their direct reports, ensuring high-quality delivery to budget, managing customer satisfaction and resolution of any complaints
the main duties and responsibilities of the post holder are indicated below, although other duties of an appropriate level and nature will also be required as necessary
finance officer
Salary
salary
Education
a) Health and safety
b) Safeguarding and protection of children
c) Equal opportunities and management of diversity
d) Data protection
e) Outstanding Customer care
Responsibility
contribute to departmental efficiency and effectiveness by reviewing processes, implementing improvements, and creating/updating Standard Operating Procedures
communicate effectively with external vendors to ensure compliance with payment processes
provide regular and ad hoc financial reports to the Executive Team, Area Leads, team managers, and administrative staff
compile statistical and financial data to support financial systems and budget control
support the annual external year-end audit, including liaising with auditors and providing necessary documentation and evidence
liaise with stakeholders to ensure timely receipt of grant income and maintain cash flow
provide excellent customer service to internal and external stakeholders
f. Knowledge of corporate, industry and professional standards, policies, regulations, compliance and codes of conduct associated with the role