Recruitment: Careers with the Sheiling School


Traditionally Camphill communities have relied on live-in co-workers to carry out the majority of roles.  Over recent years the Sheiling School has increasingly relied on recruiting employees from the local community and further afield.  The school is open to consider roles as open to either employed or "live-in" status, though there may be constraints on this flexibility, e.g. housing. Those looking for live-in opportunities should see the volunteers section for additional information.

 

The Employment Application Process:

The roles we are currently recruiting for are listed below, along with closing dates, job descriptions and application forms.  Where no closing date is yet given you are advised to apply as soon as possible - when the closing date is confirmed we will update this page.  If you would like to apply please download the application form pack and fully complete it by hand.  Completed forms should be returned to the address shown on the form.  If you require further information please contact Barbara Fisher: e-mail barbara.fisher@sheilingschool.co.uk or phone 01425 482407.

 

Please note that all applicants will be subject to enhanced CRB (Criminal Record Bureau) checks and will need to provide the contact details of two referees.  The Sheiling School is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children.

 

Current Recruitments:

Role Information
Teacher:
We invite applications for the post of Teacher (starting salary  £23,710 p.a.) for a small group of children, to start August 2008.  Previous teaching experience with children with severe to moderate learning disabilities required.
(Position posted 7th May 2008) 
Closing Date: 24th May 2008

Download:
job description and person specification

application form pack

House Coordinator:
The House Coordinator will be responsible for care management and the overall running of one of our residential houses for children with severe learning disabilities aged 6 to 19.  Potential candidates for this role should have an NVQ3 in Care or equivalent, and a minimum of 3 years experience in a Camphill or similar Care or Educational establishment.  A Camphill background or knowledge and experience of Curative Education is a bonus.  This is a 35 hour per week job, with a salary of £23,512. 
(Position posted 27th March 2008) 
Closing Date: 6th June 2008

Download:
job description and person specification

application form pack

Garden Workshop Leader:
The Garden Workshop Leader will be responsible for running our kitchen garden as a workshop for learning disabled adolescents and generally caring for the planted areas of our large and beautiful estate.  A background in horticulture and working with children with learning disabilities is required, with Biodynamic Agriculture and Curative Educational experience being advantageous.  This is a 37.5 hour per week job with a salary of £19,285. 
(Position posted 27th March 2008)
NOTE: This position will be re-advertised (7th May 2008) 
Closing Date: 6th May 2008

Download:
job description and person specification

application form pack


On-Going Recruitments:

House Coordinators and Assistant House Coordinators:
We would like to hear from anyone who is interested in a career in care and care management.  We are particularly interested to hear from anyone with a care background, with experience of Rudolf Steiner principles and approaches, or who has NVQ3 qualifications or higher in care.  We are open to discuss the possibilities for either live-in Camphill-style arrangements or employment.  These roles are demanding but rewarding and offer the potential to make a valued contribution to the school.
For an informal chat about current and forthcoming house coordinator and assistant house coordinator vacancies please phone Barbara Wootton on 01425 482402 or e-mail: coworkers@sheilingschool.co.uk

 

Please check back regularly for vacancies