About usWorking within the Education and Inclusion department within Warrington Borough Council, the EAL service provides advice and guidance for schools, council teams and community services to enable them to support children and young people for whom English is an additional language. The team works to empower practitioners with the appropriate skill set to support EAL pupils and supports schools to be more inclusive, providing targeted support to EAL learners.The roleThe role will be varied and challenging. Whilst the role is primarily to develop support and resources to providers for early years and primary aged children, the successful candidate will be expected to work across all key stages and must have the skills to provide high quality training and be able to advise school leaders, teachers and assistants to support pupils in developing their English language and to narrow any gaps in their learning or experience.This is a part time post (19.5 hours per week) and is fixed term (initially until 31st July 2026). Secondment from an existing role will be considered.What's needed?This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the work of the EAL team as we continue to develop our service. We would welcome applications from interested candidates with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) who are passionate about making a difference for children, young people and their families whose first language is not English.BenefitsAs well as a competitive salary, working for us means you get:
26 days annual holiday - raising to 31 after 5 years of service (pro-rata)
Access to our attractive and competitive benefits package
Access to our Health & Wellbeing Programme
Key Dates & Further InformationIf you would like further information about any aspects of the role, please contact Ellen Parry atThe ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.If you are a permanent WBC employee you will need to apply for this fixed term position as an internal secondment opportunity and will need to discuss this with your current line manager prior to applying.DBS clearance is required.Warrington Borough Council is a Disability Confident employerJob detailsSalaryTHRESHLD (£45,645 - £49,083) £27,387 - £29,450 Actual Salary
