Vision for Education - Plymouth

🏆🐾 Calling all animal-loving schools! 🐾🏆

Is your school home to a special furry, feathery, or scaly friend who deserves recognition? 🌟 It's time to nominate your school animal for the Vision for Education Animal of the Year Award! 🎉

The winning pet will not only receive a prestigious rosette but also a personalised trophy for the school to proudly display. And that's not all! The furry hero will be treated to a pet-friendly hamper filled with goodies to enjoy.

Whether it's a loyal classroom hamster, a wise library owl, or a friendly therapy dog, every school animal has a chance to shine!

To nominate your school's beloved creature, simply email [email protected] with a photo and their name.

Let's celebrate our four-legged (or winged, or scaled) companions who make our school days brighter! 🌟🐾

PIAS SEND Workshops: May – July 2024
Do you need some impartial, information and advice?

PIAS are running a number of SEND workshops for parents/carers between April and July 2024.

Each workshop will last for 2-hours and you can choose to attend either face-to-face or virtually.

There are no limit to the number of workshops that you can book and all sessions are FREE!

🎉 Congratulations to Kerry Shaw-Bishop for being awarded Teaching Assistant of the Month!

🌟 Your dedication and hard work have not gone unnoticed. 📚🍎 We're thrilled to recognise your outstanding contributions to education.

Your certificate and a special thank-you gift from the Vision for Education Plymouth team are on their way to you! Plus, £25 will be added to your next pay as a token of our appreciation. Keep up the fantastic work, Kerry! 👏

Here’s a message from our Regional Manager Ben:

“Congratulations, and thank you to Kerry on winning Plymouth’s Candidate of the Month Award for April!

Kerry has embodied all the qualities we look for when recruiting for schools which has seen us receive consistently strong feedback. This has ultimately led to her now securing the role on a permanent basis, which is such great news.

Thank you for all your hard work and for being such a great example of how a temporary member of staff can make a real difference.”

If you can answer yes to all 5 of the questions below we would love to hear from you 💜

1: Would you love to work in education
2: Do you have grades 9-4 (A-C) Maths & English
3: Do you drive
4: Do you have access to a vehicle
5: Can you work Monday - Friday (8:30-3:30)

Send your CV to [email protected]
Or call me on 01752 910082 to discuss our free training packages and kickstart your career plan into education.

Don’t forget to refer a friend or colleague and receive £125 each once 30 days have been completed 👇

https://www.visionforeducation.co.uk/refer-friend

On countdown 🤪

Today, on International Women's Day, I'm thrilled to share some exciting news!
I've completed my training to become a Menopause Ambassador for our company.

As we celebrate the achievements of women worldwide, I'm proud to step into this role to advocate for understanding, support, and empowerment for women navigating menopause in the workplace. Let's continue to uplift and celebrate the diverse experiences and contributions of women everywhere!

To all the women making waves, blazing trails, and leaving a legacy of strength and courage, your contributions are invaluable and your impact immeasurable. Keep shining brightly, lifting each other up, and never forgetting the incredible power you hold within.

Ladies, you are awesome 💪

We loved delivering this.

We still have many more wellness boxes to deliver to schools this week 💜 will we be visiting you 👀

Thank you to Vision for Education - Plymouth for the wellbeing hamper donated to our school.
Staff voted on who they thought was most deserving, who was making a difference to the lives of our school community - Sam Payne, our Secondary lead, gained most votes and was super pleased to receive the hamper on the last day of term !
Thanks to all staff who voted and thanks to all our staff who work so hard for our young people every single day!
We hope you had a restful break 🙂

Please join me in welcoming Jake, our newest member of the team on the secondary desk here in Plymouth.
here is a bit about Jake:

Hello everyone 👋 my name is Jake and I am the biggest dog-dad ever. I have 2 Dobermann’s called Pablo & Ivy. Yes they are nightmares.

I’m a big football fan and support Manchester United (please don’t laugh) and wished I was David Beckham growing up.

I love going on holiday to escape the rubbish English weather.

Likes - Football, Golf, Being with my dogs.
Dislikes - Roast Dinners
Interesting Fact - I’ve got 4 knee caps. (Bipartite Patella)
Hidden Talent - I can move my whole scalp without touching it 😂

We are super excited to see what Jake will achieve here in Devon 🎉

We've got something special in the works to celebrate our incredible educators.

We want YOU, our esteemed Head Teachers, to nominate a teacher or a member of your support staff who you believe deserves recognition for their outstanding efforts or perhaps someone who could use a heartfelt smile.

We're planning to surprise the selected person with a beautifully curated wellbeing hamper as a token of appreciation for their dedication to shaping the future. 🎁

How to Nominate: 👉 Simply email [email protected] with the name of the person you'd like to nominate and a brief explanation of why they should be recognised.

Let's make sure our amazing educators get the appreciation they truly deserve! 💜

Thank you for being a part of this initiative. Your nominations will help create a positive and supportive environment especially during these challenging times.

Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need more information. Let's spread some joy together! 🌟🍎

We have had the most amazing day at University of St Mark & St John thank you so much for having us.
The teachers of our future loved the “Guess the pom-poms competition” there were some competitive guessing and theories going around and……… we do have a winner!

We will be surprising our winner next week in class 👀

Can you guess how many Pom Poms are in the jar? If you guess correctly you might receive a treat in the post 💜

What an absolute dream to kick start Zara and Daves tour! A superstar duo spreading positivity and joy 💜

FREE OPPORUNITY FOR PRIMARY SCHOOLS TO GET INVOLVED IN:

SPACESHIP EARTH INTERACTIVE PRIMARY SHOW

AIMED AT KS1/2 PUPILS

THURSDAY 18 JANUARY FROM 1.30PM TO 2.30PM

All Primary Schools welcome!

Another fantastic *FREE* virtual primary school event held by The STEM Hub on Thursday 18 January from 1.30pm to 2.30pm on MS Teams Live.

This immersive, interactive, online show catapults Primary School children into a space-themed STEM adventure, blending the thrill of space exploration with the crucial role the UK Space Industry is playing in combating the climate crisis.

Playing the role of aspiring space engineers and scientists, the pupils decide the path of an Earth Observation mission, navigating orbiting satellites and discovering a few surprises on the way!

"Spaceship Earth" is not merely a show; it's a gateway to inspire a new generation of space and climate enthusiasts, showcasing the intersection of science, technology, and climate action.

Secure your virtual seat now and let this Space adventure propel young minds to reach for the stars while saving our precious planet.

This show is being sponsored by Otterpool.

To book your free school place please visit: https://thestemhub.org.uk/events/more-information/spaceship-earth-primary-show

We hope you can join us and any questions please do not hesitate to contact us at: [email protected]

🌟 Celebrating Nicole's Promotion! 🌟

From a dedicated compliance warrior to a primary consultant hero, Nicole's journey is nothing short of inspiring! With years of experience as a primary teacher, she has seamlessly transitioned into a new role, showcasing her versatility and commitment.

Nicole's passion for education has always shone through, and now, as our primary recruitment consultant she brings a unique perspective to the hiring process. Her wealth of experience as a primary teacher allows her to identify the qualities that make an exceptional educator.

Her promotion is not just a testament to her skills but also a celebration of her unwavering dedication. Nicole's ability to adapt, learn, and excel is truly commendable. Undoubtedly, she will continue to make a significant impact in her new role, shaping the future of education through her exceptional recruitment efforts.

Congratulations, Nicole! Your journey exemplifies the power of experience, passion, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. Here's to your continued success on this exciting new path! 🚀

On the 19th day of Christmas Vision gave to meeeee (our local school community)
Wine for the teachers, flowers for the administrators, biscuits for the staff……… 10 Christmas Day hammmmmmpers for family’s in need( a roast gammon with all the trimmings and Christmas crackers).
Annnnd we’ve posted all our wonderful candidates a hand written card from the Plymouth team 💜
That’s a wrap from us to all of our amazing schools and candidates. Have an amazing Christmas and New Year. See you all in 2024

On the 18th day of Christmas Vision gave to meeeeeee…………… (our local school community)……. 107 selection boxes, 3 inflatable Christmas decs, 4 sacks of presents and a snooooooowwwwwwww maaaaa-chine
(Sang in the the 12 days of Christmas tune please)
And it’s not over yet! What does tomorrow have in store for our festive elves in our schools 👀

⭐️🙌 we had an absolute blast doing this 💜

Season's Greetings and a Peaceful New Year to everyone at Pennycross!

A big thank you to parents/carers and our school staff for their recent support at the PTA Christmas Fayre. We raised over £1300! 🤩 We would like to take this opportunity to thank Vision for Education - Plymouth for running the 'Story with Santa' event and providing the gifts that each child received. The money raised will go towards this year's allotment project on the school grounds.

We look forward to seeing you all back at school on Wednesday 3rd January 2024 🙂

To all our schools and staff, thank you for all your hard work this term and in 2023! I hope you all have a lovely, relaxing break. ⭐
Lots of love, The Plymouth team xx

Exciting news! With promotions and rapid growth in the market, I'm seeking individuals to join my expanding team 🙌

I am looking to hire the following:
⭐️Candidate Consultant £23k-£25k + commission
💜Recruitment Consultant £24k-£28k + commission

⭐️About the role - Candidate Consultant⭐️
This is a chance for a driven, passionate individual, who wants real career development and to make a difference, to join a company who operate in an ethical manner for all its stakeholders.

This role focuses entirely on our most prized and valued asset, our wonderful candidates, and their recruitment journey with Vision for Education. Many recruitment companies prioritise people who can 'hard sell' but at Vision for Education we want people who are genuine, outgoing, ethical and considerate.

⭐️Requirements⭐️
To be considered for the role of Candidate Consultant you will have:

•Previous experience in a similar role.

•Excellent communication skills.

•Excellent time management, organisational skills.

•An ability to organise their own workload and meet deadlines.

•Have outstanding customer services skills.

•An eye for detail.

⭐️Key responsibilities⭐️
As Candidate Consultant you will be responsible for providing a high quality service for our candidates, through a thorough candidate recruitment process

⭐️What we offer⭐️

• Salary: £23k - £25K (depending on experience) + uncapped commission

• Structured training programme with a clear route to management and consistent support from a dedicated mentor and company Training Manager.

• The opportunity to work for a market leading company with a fantastic reputation in the South West

• An open, honest, transparent and professional working environment.

• Genuine career development.

• Company laptop and mobile phone.

• Termly incentives.

💜About the role - Recruitment Consultant💜
Vision for Education is one of the fastest growing Education Recruitment Agencies in the UK. We specialise in Temporary and Permanent jobs for Teachers, Cover Supervisors and Support Staff within Primary, Secondary and SEND schools across the country. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who can already demonstrate previous experience of working within a recruitment or sales based role, to join a company that prioritises customer service and ethical practices in a competitive industry.

As a Recruitment consultant, you will join our Plymouth team to work with schools across Devon. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Recruitment Consultant to join the market leaders in education, recruiting high-quality teaching and support staff for short and long-term placements and permanent roles.

💜Requirements💜
To be considered for the role of Recruitment Consultant you will:

• Excellent communication, time management and organisational skills.

• An ability to organise their own workload, meet deadlines and act on their own initiative.

• Self-motivated and resilient.

• Possess a professional and ethical approach to business.

• Competent and confident in the use of computers and online based systems.

• Able to create and maintain relationships over the telephone and face to face.

• Possess a desire to exceed the highest levels of customer service.

• Operate effectively as part of a happy, motivated team.

• Ideally drive and access to own vehicle


💜What we offer💜
• Salary: £24k - £28K (depending on experience) + uncapped commission

• Structured training programme with a clear route to management and consistent support from a dedicated mentor and company Training Manager.

• The opportunity to work for a market leading company with a fantastic reputation in the South West

• An open, honest, transparent and professional working environment.

• Genuine career development.

• Company laptop and mobile phone.

• Termly incentives.

📣How to apply 📣
Email me your up to date CV: [email protected] or call me for an informal chat 01752 910082

Unlock the path to teaching without a QTS or student loans 💸

Our certified Cover Supervisor training course will be delivered by an ex deputy head with over 14 years experience and expertise as a safeguarding lead.

If you have a degree, are open to obtaining a DBS, and can commit to a minimum of 3 days a week, send your CV to [email protected] or call 01752 910082

Your path to teaching awaits with guidance from a seasoned professional.

It’s not just the staff at Vision For Education Plymouth that are passionate about helping others it’s our families too.
Here is Gavin and Alfred on their way to the annual Santa's on a Bike to Little Harbour ride out to help raise money for children in the hospice this Christmas 💜

Story time with Santa complete, 120 children in total with a gift at the end.
Love from Vision For Education 💜

Never a dull day in the Plymouth office 🎄🎅

Paul Elliott Nicole Billie Danielle Louise Clark

We were out and about today spreading some pre Christmas joy to our clients 💜🎄
how many of you opened Fridays door 👀 we know our Nicole Billie did as soon as it landed on her desk 😂