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We are seeking a Business Systems Manager to lead and evolve our core business systems landscape, including our MIS, HR/Payroll and Finance platforms. This is a key role at the heart of the school, working with academic, pastoral and support teams to ensure our systems are trusted, integrated and delivering real value. About the Role You will own the school's business systems ecosystem, ensuring stability, data quality, secure integrations and insightful reporting. Working closely with Data, Finance and HR teams, you will: Lead our MIS, HR/Payroll and Finance platforms Deliver upgrades, integrations and process improvements Drive data governance and compliance Develop executive dashboards and reporting Manage vendors and lead a small specialist team About You You will have experience owning a complex MIS and adjacent systems, strong technical and data skills, and the confidence to work with senior stakeholders. You will be service-focused, analytical, security-conscious and passionate about using data to improve outcomes. Experience in education is desirable, and knowledge of iTrent HR/Payroll systems would be an advantage. Applications close: 15 March 2026. To apply, please visit our website via the button below.

About the Role: As an Office Service Supervisor, you will oversee all activities at your assigned office, manage daily operations, and serve as the main point of contact. You'll work with the client Site Leaders, Finance, and other departments to address business needs, collaborating with the client's Real Estate Site Services (RESS) Regional Lead and Subject Matter Experts to enhance employee engagement, satisfaction, and service efficiency. Onsite presence is required, and you may be contacted about facility emergencies outside working hours, but responding is optional. This job is part of the Office Operations function. They are responsible for providing office support to a client, business function or individual contributor. What You'll Do: Serve as the client's primary point of contact for local Site Leaders, RESS Regional Lead, and all local employees regarding day-to-day site operational matters. Oversee all aspects of site operations relevant to the location, including Reception, Security, Business Continuity, Emergency Response Planning, Environmental Health and Safety programs, Ergonomics, Green Initiatives, Sustainability, Food Services, Supplies, Record Retention, Asset Management, Recycling, Satisfaction Surveys, Transport Services, and related activities. Collaborate with client Site Leadership and the RESS Regional Lead to foster a positive Employee Experience by proactively addressing individual, team, and site needs and managing the local work environment. Assist clients in developing action plans based on employee survey outcomes, NV Suggestion Box inputs, and feedback from site meetings. Partner with client Site Leadership to establish and implement site-level initiatives, leveraging best practices from the RESS Regional Lead for planning and execution. Work closely with the client RESS Regional Lead and Finance team to prepare, manage, and forecast site operational budgets and costs. Collaborate with RESS Regional leadership to identify opportunities for cost optimization and service enhancement. Supervise contract administration, insurance, and risk management for all site services and vendors, ensuring compliance with client legal requirements. Provide and manage occupancy plans and seating assignments, utilizing RESS resources to develop options that support business space requirements. Oversee and coordinate office moves, expansions, and facility projects-including HVAC, electrical, plumbing-by leveraging client RESS regional support. Act as the primary liaison for property management services provided by the landlord and coordinate visits for internal and external guests, including regulatory agencies. Support and coordinate Corporate Shipping, Receiving, and Global Trade functions. Offer local assistance for onboarding, orientation, university relations, and recruitment processes. Coordinate with the IT team to support new hires, telecommunications, videoconferencing, and laboratory or site requirements as necessary. Organize, implement, and manage Global Citizenship initiatives at the site, including employee events, charitable contributions, and community relations activities. What You'll Need: High School Diploma or GED with 5+ years of job-related experience. Prior shift manager or supervisory experience preferred. In-depth understanding of a range of processes, procedures, systems, and concepts within own function and basic knowledge of related job functions required. Requires the ability to explain complex concepts or sensitive information. Expert knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc. Excellent organizational skills with a master-level inquisitive mindset. Exceptional math skills. Ability to calculate sophisticated figures such as percentages, discounts, and markups.

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Start Your Career with a Catering Apprenticeship! Are you passionate about starting a rewarding career in the catering industry? If you're eager to learn, grow, and develop your skills while working in a dynamic and supportive environment, our Catering Apprenticeship could be the perfect opportunity for you. Whether you're stepping into catering for the first time or looking to build on your skills, you'll be supported every step of the way in a busy, friendly nursery environment where your contribution really matters. Why Start a Catering Apprenticeship with Busy Bees? Choosing a Catering Apprenticeship with Busy Bees means joining a warm, supportive environment where you can learn, grow, and build confidence as you begin your catering career. As an apprentice, you will: Work alongside experienced and encouraging catering professionals who will guide you in preparing nutritious, freshly made meals Gain hands on experience in food preparation, hygiene, stock rotation, and safe kitchen practice Receive tailored mentoring and regular support from your Development Coach. Build essential skills and confidence while working in a real nursery kitchen Train in a supportive, nurturing environment within the UK's leading nursery group, offering long term career potential You'll learn everything needed to thrive in a catering career - while helping provide healthy, nutritious meals for children every day. Why Busy Bees? At Busy Bees, we're proud to be the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries nationwide and more around the world. Our mission is simple: to give every child the very best start in life. We've also been recognised for our positive workplace culture, and we're committed to making sure every team member feels valued, supported, and listened to. You'll also experience: Our award winning Bee Curious curriculum - designed to spark imagination, confidence, and a love of learning in every child. A workplace culture where every team member feels valued and supported Opportunities to get involved in our charity partnership with BBC Children in Need About our Nursery Meopham, rated Good by Ofsted, is a purpose-built nursery with a capacity of 112 children, designed on a single level where each room has direct access to spacious gardens. We maintain strong collaborations with local schools and agencies to enhance our children's development and community ties. Located just a short distance from Gravesend, we offer free parking for staff, all within a supportive environment fostered by our longstanding staff team. Busy Bees Benefits We offer a fantastic range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Ongoing training and career progression Access to our Hive benefits and wellbeing platform - with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - our gift to you! 50% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial guidance through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Workplace pension with Cushon Option for discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Role Responsibilities: Your responsibilities and expectations As a Catering Apprentice, you'll: Assist in planning and preparing nutritious meals that meet dietary requirements and follow food safety standards. Support the delivery of high quality catering services, ensuring a positive experience for all children and staff. Build effective working relationships with team members and contribute to a positive, supportive kitchen environment. Help maintain cleanliness and organisation across the kitchen and dining areas. Follow all food hygiene and safety protocols to safeguard children's and staff wellbeing. Work proactively toward completing your apprenticeship provided by Busy Bees Education and Training within the expected timeframe Be proactive and eager to learn new skills within a busy kitchen setting. Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development and continually improving your practice. Communicate regularly with your Line Manager about tasks, progress, and learning within the kitchen. Required Qualifications: Essential Criteria To apply, you must: Be passionate about developing a career in catering To meet funding eligibility, you must have been a resident in the UK for at least the 3 consecutive years Be able to provide evidence of Maths and English achievements (GCSE Maths and English grade 3/D or above or Level 2 Functional Skills) Desirable (but not essential) Any previous experience in catering or food preparation A Level 2 qualification in Food Hygiene Start your future in Catering with a team that believes in your potential. Apply now and begin your Busy Bees Catering Apprenticeship journey!

School Business Manager Trafford Specialist School - £24,000-£42,000 (DOE) Are you an experienced School Business Manager with a strong track record in financial recovery and operational leadership? Do you thrive in challenging environments where your expertise can make a real, measurable difference? Would you like to play a pivotal role in stabilising and strengthening the future of a specialist school? A specialist school in Trafford is seeking a highly capable School Business Manager to join the leadership team at a critical and important time. Due to the long-term absence of the previous post-holder, the school's financial position has come under pressure, and the leadership team is now looking to appoint an experienced professional who can take ownership of the school's business and financial operations. The Role - School Business Manager As School Business Manager , you will hold strategic responsibility for the school's financial management, budgeting, and operational efficiency. Working closely with the Headteacher and Governors, you will lead on financial recovery planning, cost control, and long-term sustainability, ensuring the school is placed on a stable footing moving forward. Your responsibilities will include overseeing budgeting and forecasting, managing deficits, identifying efficiency savings, and ensuring robust financial controls are in place. In addition, you will have oversight of HR processes, premises management, procurement, and compliance, ensuring the school operates smoothly and effectively on a day-to-day basis. This School Business Manager role is suited to someone confident in stepping into a complex situation, assessing existing systems, and implementing clear, practical improvements. Experience within specialist or SEND settings is highly desirable, though not essential. What's on Offer Permanent School Business Manager position Salary £24,000-£42,000 , dependent on experience Opportunity to lead financial recovery and improvement Key role within the senior leadership structure Supportive and collaborative leadership team Meaningful impact within a specialist education setting Ideal Candidate - School Business Manager Proven experience as a School Business Manager or in a senior school finance role Demonstrable success managing or improving school finances, including deficit recovery Strong understanding of school funding, budgeting, and compliance Confident, resilient, and able to work autonomously Excellent communication skills when working with senior leaders and governors This is a rare opportunity for an experienced School Business Manager to bring stability, clarity, and financial confidence to a Trafford specialist school at a crucial time in its journey. Apply today to be considered for this School Business Manager role and help shape the future of a school that truly needs your expertise. School Business Manager - Trafford Specialist School - £24,000-£42,000 (DOE)

Name of Head Teacher Mr Rayno Cloete Salary: Grade/scale point 38 £49,282 Point 41 £52,413 + LW £2,301 Hours 36 hours per week. All year round We are a two-form entry primary school situated in the heart of Wembley. At Chalkhill Primary School, we strive for excellence in every aspect of education. Our commitment is to foster a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment to aspire and achieve for every child. The School: We are searching for a new Business Manager to join our positive, collaborative school. We have an enthusiastic and supportive staff team, who work effectively together and provide inspirational and challenging learning. As part of the senior leadership team, you will play a significant role in both the strategic, and day-to-day operation of the school. The Post: The School Business Manager leads the school's business including finance, human resources, estates, health and safety. You will be supported by experienced administrative and site staff, who know the school well. If you would like to be part of our dynamic and forward-looking school and think you have the drive and ambition, high expectations and talent to join our highly effective and harmonious team, please apply. The Person: We are looking for someone who: Is professional, well organised and motivated. Can work independently using their initiative as well as part of a team. Is able to maintain strict confidentiality, integrity and discretion. Has an excellent understanding of accounting/budget management and personnel systems with experience in schools. Has awareness and commitment to safeguarding. How to apply: Visits are welcome and can be arranged by contacting the school office through our Admin team. Telephone or email Application form and information packs can be found on the school website via the button below. Closing Date: Friday 6th March 2026. Interview Date: TBC. Start Date: 1st April 2026. Brent Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check.

Head of Finance We are looking for a Head of Finance to join the team in this strategic support role sitting on the Senior Leadership Team. Experience within the charity or not for profit sector will be highly preferred, and applicants with a strong understanding of charity finance, regulatory requirements, and restricted funding environments are particularly encouraged to apply. Position: Head of Finance Location: Hybrid London, Birmingham or Manchester (typically one day per week in the office) Hours: Part-time, 80% or 28-hours per week (with flexibility on working hours and schedule to suit the candidate) Salary: £43-50,000 per annum (FTE) depending on skills and experience Duration: Permanent Closing Date: 28th February 2026 Interviews: To be arranged, in March 2026 Join a youth social action charity which challenges 18 to 25-year-olds to tackle educational inequality through a year of full-time social action. As mentors, tutors and role models in schools, they support pupils growing up in some of the most disadvantaged areas of the UK. The Role This role ensures that the SLT has a clear understanding of the organisation's financial position and funding landscape, enabling informed strategic decision-making and operational delivery. You will oversees the organisation's finance function and some HR administration, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency while providing expert guidance and support to staff, budget holders, and the leadership team. Main responsibilities include: Strategic Finance Support Operational Finance Management Line Management Systems & Process Development Collaboration and cross-organisational support About You We are looking for someone with experience in a senior finance role, ideally in a charity or non-profit or commercial environment. You will be a qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or equivalent with experience of managing day-to-day finance operations, including payments, expense processing, and reconciliations. You will also have experience of: Overseeing payroll processing and some HR administration. Line-managing staff or consultants. Preparing and presenting management accounts, forecasts, and reports to senior management, Finance Committees, or Boards. Supporting budget holders and colleagues to manage budgets effectively. Providing strategic financial and HR advice to leadership teams. Interpreting complex financial and HR information and provide actionable recommendations. Please apply by uploading your CV and cover letter (two pages preferred) demonstrating your suitable experience, knowledge, skills and abilities. Due to the high volume of CVs received, the charity can only respond back to the successful candidates. Employee Benefits As an organisation, particular emphasis is placed on fairness, well-being, and inclusion and offer a range of benefits for staff, including: Great holiday entitlement Training including degree-level qualifications Pension scheme enrolment starts at 4% as standard, and employee contributions are matched up to 5% Free eye tests and £20 off glasses Interest-free travel season ticket loans Interest-free bike loans under the "Cycle to Work Scheme" Interest-free Loans to assist employees with welfare or financial hardship 2 days per year to pursue volunteering opportunities and 2 days per year to support wellbeing Regular all staff wellbeing sessions with external wellbeing experts Reservist friendly employer - Bronze award Laptop and mobile phone Other areas of experience may include Head of Finance, Director of Finance, Finance Manager, Accountant, Business Accountant, Charity Accountant, Deputy Head of Finance, Deputy Director of Finance. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client - Not For Profit People.

About the Investment Team The Investment Team is responsible for selecting portfolio partners, managing our charity investments and supporting our portfolio partners to improve and scale their impact. The Investment Team also leads the Impetus Leadership Academy, a leadership development programme to support talent from ethnic minority backgrounds in the UK youth sector to progress into senior leadership roles. The team is made up of 18 people, including former teachers, charity chief executives, charity impact leads, management consultants, social investment portfolio managers and impact consultants. The team is led by a Portfolio Director who sits on the Senior Management Team. The Portfolio Director has 5 direct reports: a Deputy Portfolio Director, three Sector Leads (who lead our work in School engagement, School attainment and Employment Sectors) and an Impact Lead. Sector Leads line manage 6 Investment Directors. Investment Directors line manage Investment Managers (currently 5). Investment Directors and Investment Managers tend to primarily focus on a sector but might have mixed portfolios, depending on need, experience and interest. The Investment Team has a good track record of role progression. All four Leads and a number of our Investment Directors were promoted from within the team. The team is passionate, rigorous, determined, creative and warm. We come from a range of backgrounds and bring a broad mix of perspectives. We care deeply for our colleagues, our portfolio partners and the young people we serve. About this role We believe that all young people deserve to succeed in school and in work, whatever their background. As we enter a challenging time with rising inflation and a likely recession, our work feels more vital than ever before. We are pleased to be able to expand our team to support our growing portfolio of charity and non-profit partners, in order to reach and impact more lives. The role of Investment Director presents an exciting opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the charities we serve, the team itself and the whole of Impetus. Job description - Investment Director The Investment Director (ID) is a key member of the Investment Team, playing a leading role in identifying, assessing, and supporting portfolio partner charities and other non-profit organisations to deepen their impact and scale their outcomes. This role works closely with other Investment Directors and Investment Managers to deliver external facing support to portfolio partners as well as internal projects to support the development of the investment model and portfolio strategy. Investment Directors use strategic thinking, analytical rigour, and senior relationship skills to support a portfolio of amazing organisations that, together, will help shift the life chances and outcomes of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds in the UK. Key responsibilities Finding high potential charities and non-profit partners for our portfolio Identifying potential charitable organisations for investment Leading in-depth due diligence process within the scope of a grant round, to assess and build partnership foundations with potential partners - covering leadership and governance, and their impact, scale, and partnership potential; Modelling from first contact of origination, our approach to engaged and trust-based investment management support; Developing and presenting high quality investment propositions to our Investment Committee. Managing partnerships with portfolio partners Managing relationships with partner Chairs and CEOs Agreeing Service Funding Agreements, including appropriate annual investment milestones to allow for a clear assessment of re-investment potential at end of phase Regularly monitoring and assessing partner progress / risks against milestones and making evidence-based recommendations on progression or exit to Leads, Portfolio Director and the Investment Committee Escalating key risks on performance, leadership and safeguarding Conducting annual partnership review with Sector Leads and partner CEOs Working with Impetus Finance colleagues to ensure timely distribution of grant payments, in line with Service Funding Agreements. Supporting portfolio partners Providing direct support to CEOs and senior colleagues on key strategic topics, using a mix of at least monthly one-to-one meetings and group facilitation to: clarify theory of change, define long term ambition, develop growth strategy achieve a step change in the delivery and performance management of outcomes, strengthen leadership (individual and collective) and governance capabilities, develop path to scale, build financial resilience; Scoping and project managing pro bono capacity-building projects (in addition to providing direct management support). Ensure projects are delivered to a high standard and contribute to charity progression; Identifying engagement opportunities for our donors and supporters with portfolio partners that are aligned with the partner's activities and do not distract or undermine their core work; Collaborating with the Impetus Philanthropy team to support the development of additional funding opportunities for portfolio partners, enhancing their ability to deliver impact at scale; Effectively leveraging the support of investment managers to advance the objectives developed for each portfolio partner that is managed by an Investment Director. Support to Impetus Developing expertise about "what works" in the sector through cultivation and use of expert input and engagement as well as investigation into key research and evaluative literature; Contributing insights and learning from portfolio work to inform Impetus' strategy, model and delivery; Contributing to internal priorities and working groups (e.g. team strategy discussions, digital improvement initiatives, or equity, diversity, and inclusion) Contribute towards Impetus' public affairs and philanthropy objectives through input into case studies, research and policy campaigns, donor reports and fundraising events Sharing the learning from our work across the team, across the organisation and externally working within Impetus strategy and agreed forums Engaging in Impetus pro bono, communications, and advocacy events, and engage portfolio partners appropriately in these events. Where appropriate, line-managing and supporting Investment Managers on the team to grow and develop, and achieve their project, role and team objectives. Person specification Essential A commitment to Impetus' mission. Senior level responsibility and a strong track record of building trust-based relationships with senior stakeholders, advising them on key strategic decisions, and challenging them in a respectful and collaborative manner. A talent for strategic thinking around complex issues. Strong financial acumen and analytical skills. Understanding of impact measurement and evaluation fundamentals. Tenacity and initiative. Ability to flex personal style to needs of charity and leadership. Growth mind-set to seek out and act on feedback. Proven ability to work independently, and to exercise good judgment. Strong planning and time management skills. Interest in partnering closely with charities that are doing what it takes to get better. A commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. If you don't tick all these boxes, but still feel that you fit the profile, please apply anyway. Desirable Experience in the non-profit (charity or social enterprise) sector, through work, as a pro-bono volunteer or Trustee capacity. Experience in consulting, investment management, senior charity management, or other in-depth grant making and advisory work. Knowledge and expertise in UK education or youth employability sectors. Board experience in private, public or third sector. Understanding of or experience with commissioning impact evaluations. How to apply You will need to: Complete the online form (including the equal opportunities monitoring form). Upload a comprehensive CV and supporting statement. The supporting statement should be no more than two sides of A4 and should address the criteria in the person specification. You should also include the contact details of two referees, one of whom must be your current or most recent employer. Referees will only be approached with your express permission. As part of our commitment to flexible working we will consider a range of options for the successful applicant. All options can be discussed at interview stage. The deadline for applications is 23.59 Sunday 22 February 2026 Interviews First round interviews will take place w/c 02 March 2026. Second round interviews will take place w/c 09 March 2026 You will also be required to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the UK. Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion We believe that a diverse workforce leads to an organisation that is more open, creative and gets better results. . click apply for full job details

School Business Manager Sheffield Specialist School - £24,000-£42,000 (DOE) Are you an experienced School Business Manager with a strong track record in financial recovery and operational leadership? Do you thrive in challenging environments where your expertise can make a real, measurable difference? Would you like to play a pivotal role in stabilising and strengthening the future of a specialist school? A specialist school in Sheffield is seeking a highly capable School Business Manager to join the leadership team at a critical and important time. Due to the long-term absence of the previous post-holder, the school's financial position has come under pressure, and the leadership team is now looking to appoint an experienced professional who can take ownership of the school's business and financial operations. The Role - School Business Manager As School Business Manager , you will hold strategic responsibility for the school's financial management, budgeting, and operational efficiency. Working closely with the Headteacher and Governors, you will lead on financial recovery planning, cost control, and long-term sustainability, ensuring the school is placed on a stable footing moving forward. Your responsibilities will include overseeing budgeting and forecasting, managing deficits, identifying efficiency savings, and ensuring robust financial controls are in place. In addition, you will have oversight of HR processes, premises management, procurement, and compliance, ensuring the school operates smoothly and effectively on a day-to-day basis. This School Business Manager role is suited to someone confident in stepping into a complex situation, assessing existing systems, and implementing clear, practical improvements. Experience within specialist or SEND settings is highly desirable, though not essential. What's on Offer Permanent School Business Manager position Salary £24,000-£42,000 , dependent on experience Opportunity to lead financial recovery and improvement Key role within the senior leadership structure Supportive and collaborative leadership team Meaningful impact within a specialist education setting Ideal Candidate - School Business Manager Proven experience as a School Business Manager or in a senior school finance role Demonstrable success managing or improving school finances, including deficit recovery Strong understanding of school funding, budgeting, and compliance Confident, resilient, and able to work autonomously Excellent communication skills when working with senior leaders and governors This is a rare opportunity for an experienced School Business Manager to bring stability, clarity, and financial confidence to a Sheffield specialist school at a crucial time in its journey. Apply today to be considered for this School Business Manager role and help shape the future of a school that truly needs your expertise. School Business Manager - Sheffield Specialist School - £24,000-£42,000 (DOE)

Commissioning Project Manager Haringey Contract £317.86 per day PAYE or £436.84 per day limited paid via umbrella company inside IR35 Our client is looking for an experienced Commissioning Project Manager The Strategic AP Commissioner will lead the planning, commissioning, and oversight of Alternative Provision across the local authority to ensure sufficiency, value for money, and improved outcomes for children and young people. The role will align with the SEND and AP Sufficiency Strategy and the Thriving Learners Strategy, ensuring AP is used effectively, sustainably, and as part of a wider inclusion system that prevents exclusion. The postholder will act as the strategic lead for AP for market shaping, commissioning, and quality assurance, providing oversight of spend from the High Needs Block (HNB) and ensuring robust financial governance. You will be required to undertake a comprehensive review of Alternative Provision (AP) demand, usage, and sufficiency to ensure the Local Authority meets its statutory obligations under the Education Act 1996 and the SEND Code of Practice. We have a number of opportunities we are recruiting for visit our website for more details colbernlimited co uk Key Responsibilities Strategic Planning and Sufficiency More in-depth review of SEND and AP Sufficiency Strategy. Analyse sufficiency needs across AP, identifying gaps, pressures, and emerging requirements. Lead development of sustainable solutions beyond expanding places, including outreach and early intervention. Evaluate how effectively current placements are utilized and the impact on student outcomes Review the High Needs Block spend and procurement frameworks to ensure value for money Commissioning and Market Oversight Review historical trends in permanent exclusions, suspensions, and medical referrals Consult with Headteachers, SENDCOs, and the Local Authority s Education Team to understand barriers to mainstream retention. Identify gaps in the local AP market, specifically regarding SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) and primary-age provision, bench-marking with other boroughs Understanding context in relation to statutory guidance and responsibilities. Audit the referral and reintegration pathways to ensure students return to mainstream education whenever appropriate. Inclusion, Prevention and School Engagement Work with mainstream schools to understand use of resource bases and their contribution to inclusion. Assess school contributions to the Thriving Learners Strategy and lead a Year One impact audit. Provide challenge and support to schools around behaviour, inclusion, and AP use. Promote best practice in early intervention and exclusion prevention. Financial Governance and HNB Oversight Evaluate financial implications of AP sufficiency decisions, including risks to the HNB and Safety Valve delivery. Work with Finance to ensure school cashflows reflect commissioning decisions. Performance, Impact and Quality Assurance Sufficiency & Gap Analysis Report: Highlighting "cold spots" in provision. Strategic Commissioning Roadmap: Recommendations for future practice PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer

Commercial Hospitality and Events Manager Location: Oxfordshire Salary: 40,000- 45,000 per annum Contract: Full-time, permanent About the Organisation This leading independent day and boarding school is renowned for academic excellence, outstanding facilities, and a vibrant co-curricular programme. Alongside its core educational mission, the organisation operates a growing commercial enterprise, offering high-quality hospitality, venue hire, and events services to external clients and community partners. The school is now seeking an experienced and commercially minded Commercial Hospitality and Events Manager to lead and expand this important area of its operations. The Role The Commercial Hospitality and Events Manager will oversee the development, management, and delivery of a wide range of commercial activities across the school's estate. This includes hospitality services, external events, venue hire, sports facility bookings, and commercial partnerships. You will play a key role in maximising revenue, ensuring exceptional customer experience, and promoting the school as a premier venue for events, conferences, and community engagement. Key Responsibilities Lead the planning, coordination, and delivery of all commercial events, including conferences, corporate bookings, community events, and hospitality functions. Manage venue hire operations, ensuring efficient scheduling, high-quality service delivery, and strong client relationships. Develop and implement strategies to grow commercial revenue while maintaining the organisation's values and reputation. Oversee hospitality services, including catering coordination, event logistics, and service standards. Collaborate with internal teams (catering, estates, marketing, finance, and academic departments) to ensure seamless event delivery. Manage budgets, financial reporting, pricing structures, and performance targets for commercial operations. Lead and motivate a small team of hospitality and events staff, including casual workers. Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health and safety, licensing, and regulatory requirements. Promote the school's facilities through marketing initiatives, partnerships, and client outreach. Maintain excellent customer service standards and act as the primary point of contact for commercial clients. About You Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience in hospitality, events management, venue operations, or commercial services. Strong commercial awareness with a track record of delivering revenue growth. Excellent organisational and project management skills. Confident communicator with the ability to build strong client relationships. Experience managing teams and coordinating cross-departmental work. Ability to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends when events require. High standards of professionalism, customer service, and attention to detail. Desirable Experience working within an educational, cultural, or heritage environment. Knowledge of venue management systems or booking software. Marketing or business development experience. Why Join Us? Work within a prestigious and supportive school community. Opportunity to shape and grow a key commercial function. Access to excellent facilities and staff benefits. Competitive salary of 40,000- 45,000, depending on experience. If you are Interested in this role, please contact Giles for further Information on (phone number removed) Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

The Role We are seeking to appoint an Engagement Officer to work as part of the Rural Wales Local Policy and Innovation Partnership (Cymru Wledig LPIP Rural Wales), funded by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC). Cymru Wledig LPIP Rural Wales brings together researchers, policymakers and communities to tackle the major challenges facing the region. It aims to promote inclusive, sustainable, development towards a 'wellbeing economy' by filling evidence gaps, exploring innovative solutions and enhancing the use of research to support effective policies. The work programme engages a range of people in innovation labs to develop and test novel interventions, community-led research projects focused on local concerns, dialogues, new data collection through surveys and short studies, and the creation of a Rural Wales Data Hub. The post-holder will support public engagement, knowledge exchange, and communications activities for Cymru Wledig LPIP Rural Wales, including organising events and workshops, managing website content and social media accounts, and assisting with the dissemination of research findings to diverse audiences through a range of media. The post will be based in Aberystwyth, working closely with the Cymru Wledig LPIP Rural Wales Policy and Engagement Manager and other members of the professional services team, but will involve work with colleagues in other organisations in Wales and travel for meetings and events. Hybrid working arrangements will be considered. To make an informal enquiry, please contact Professor Michael Woods at . What you'll do The post-holder will support public engagement, knowledge exchange, and communications for Cymru Wledig LPIP Rural Wales, the Rural Wales Local Policy and Innovation Partnership, working closely with the Policy and Engagement Manager. Funded by the ESRC, Cymru Wledig LPIP Rural Wales is a partnership that brings together researchers from a range of disciplines at Aberystwyth University, Bangor University, Cardiff University and the University of Gloucestershire, and experts in partners including Together for Change, the Centre for Alternative Technology, Antur Cymru, Datblygiadau Egni Gwledig, Represent Us Rural, Rural Health and Care Wales, and Sgema. The objective of Cymru Wledig LPIP Rural Wales is to facilitate effective policies and interventions that promote inclusive, sustainable, growth in Rural Wales through the framework of the 'wellbeing economy', which prioritises an economy designed to deliver social justice for current and future generations on a healthy planet in which citizens are actively engaged in their communities. It aims to fill evidence gaps, explore innovative solutions, and enhance the use of research to support effective policies working toward this goal. Cymru Wledig LPIP Rural Wales also has a strong emphasis on capacity building for inclusive participation in regional and community development, including supporting communities to undertake their own research, equalities mainstreaming, and actions to enable the involvement of often under-represented groups. The activity of Cymru Wledig LPIP Rural Wales is structured around seven work streams: WS1: Innovation Labs WS2: Community-led Action Research WS3: Data Integration, Analysis and Mapping WS4: Surveys WS5: Responsive Research WS6: Public Engagement, Knowledge Exchange and Capacity Building WS7: Evaluation and Learning The detailed work programme wis dynamic and responsive to emerging issues. Topics for investigation and analysis are proposed by members of four Thematic Groups, each comprised by academic experts, stakeholders, and community representatives. The Thematic Groups are aligned with the four priority themes for Cymru Wledig LPIP Rural Wales, which are: 'Building a Regenerative Economy', 'Supporting the Net Zero Transition', 'Empowering Communities for Cultural Recovery', and 'Enhancing Wellbeing in Place'. The post-holder will primarily work in WS6: Public Engagement, Knowledge Exchange and Capacity Building, which is focused on making the results of Cymru Wledig LPIP Rural Wales research and analysis widely available to users in rural Wales and beyond. Activities will include annual showcases at the Royal Welsh Show and the National Eisteddfod, as well as seminars, events, exhibitions and digital outreach through online resources and social media, and a series of 'dialogue events' bringing together stakeholders to discuss 'wicked issues' facing rural Wales and work towards consensus solutions, informed by Cymru Wledig LPIP Rural Wales evidence. Additionally, workshops, training sessions and online resources aim to build capacity for effective evidence-based rural development and policy, ranging from training for participants in community research projects to professional development on interpreting and using evidence from research. The post-holder will support these activities, working with the Policy and Engagement Manager, with particular responsibility for event organisation (include booking venues for events and workshops; making arrangements for catering, translation, and technical facilities; and liaising with participants), managing the Cymru Wledig LPIP Rural Wales website and social media accounts, and internal comms. The post-holder will work as part of a professional services team, which in addition to the Policy and Engagement Manager, also includes a Programme Manager and a Finance and Administrative Assistant, and within the larger Cymru Wledig LPIP Rural Wales staff team, which also includes six Post-Doctoral Research Associates, two Innovation Managers, a Community Facilitator, a Data and GIS Analyst, a Research Software Engineer, a Data Technician and a Research Data Manager The post will be line-managed by the Policy and Engagement Manager, Rhian Curtis, and will involve working closely with the Cymru Wledig LPIP Rural Wales Director, Professor Michael Woods, and the WS6 Leads, Meilyr Ceredig (Sgema) and Dr Wyn Morris (Aberystwyth Business School). The specific responsibilities of the post are: To organise events for stakeholder and public audiences, including events at the National Eisteddfod and Royal Welsh Show, and free-standing workshops, panels, dialogues etc This will include booking venues; making arrangements for catering, translation, and technical facilities as required; liaising with contributors and participants; and coordinating registration for participants/audience members. To support webinars and other online activities. To support the organisation of training and capacity building activities, in person and/or online. To publicise events and activities through appropriate online and other channels, including Cymru Wledig LPIP Rural Wales mailing lists. To manage Cymru Wedig LPIP Rural Wales social media accounts and content for the Cymru Wledig LPIP Rural Wales website. To support internal comms to members of the Cymru Wledig LPIP Rural Wales team. To contribute to the preparation and dissemination of the Cymru Wledig LPIP Rural Wales Annual Report. To support promotion and dissemination of Cymru Wledig LPIP Rural Wales research and innovation through reports, briefing papers, video, infographics, and other media, including making arrangements for design, editing, printing and/or distribution as appropriate. To maintain records of Cymru Wledig LPIP Rural Wales public engagement and knowledge exchange activities for reporting to UKRI through ResearchFish. To work with other members of the admin team to maintain mailing and contact lists to support public engagement, policy impact and outreach. Undertake other duties as assigned by your line manager, commensurate with the role's grade. To be a flexible member of the team, supporting colleagues at peak times of workload and pressure including attendance at university events e.g. open days, graduation which may include weekend work. Promote equality of opportunity, and to support and uphold the University's commitment to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of your work. To support the university strategy and underlining plans, engage in continuous personal and professional development in line with the demands of the role, including undertaking relevant training and development activities to develop yourself and support the development of others. Fulfil health and safety responsibilities appropriate to the role, while actively promoting the personal health, safety, and wellbeing of staff and students as a member of the Aberystwyth community. Additionally, support the University's commitment to environmental sustainability through responsible practices and engagement. The above does not represent an exhaustive list of duties associated with this role. This job description is subject to review and amendment in the light of the changing needs of the University, to provide appropriate development opportunities and/or the addition of any other reasonable duties. The responsibilities of this vacancy have been matched to the Clerical and Secretarial Role Profile 5. Details of the role profile can be found at: The post will be based at Aberystwyth University, but may involve some travel for meetings, events and visits to partners. Some activities may occasionally require work in evenings or at weekends, which will be compensated for by time off during normal working hours. Hybrid working arrangements will be considered. . click apply for full job details

Finance Manager Location: Rishworth Part of Full time considered Closing date: 27th February 2026. The School is a forward thinking and innovative UK day and boarding school that retains traditional values. They are an independent school with the freedom to offer an educational experience personalised to each child's needs. Set in the heart of West Yorkshire the School has occupied magnificent buildings in 140 acres of beautiful countryside for the last 300 years. They are seeking a qualified ACCA/CIMA (or equivalent) Finance Manager to join and lead the Finance Department team at the School as soon as possible. You should have the skills, experience and knowledge that will enable you to offer efficient oversight of the financial operation of the School and its subsidiary. Although they are looking to recruit the role full time, part time hours would be considered. Energy, commitment and a willingness to take a full and active part in the broader life of this busy School are essential. A passion for education and enriching the learning process of their learners is essential. Overview of the Role The Finance Manager will play a key role supporting all aspects of Finance for the School, providing accurate and timely management information to the Finance and Operations Director and the rest of the Leadership team. You will support Business Planning, decision making and financial control, and reporting to external stakeholders. In addition, you will prepare and review monthly and annual management accounts for internal and external stakeholders, querying and providing explanations for variances against budget/forecast and escalating issues to the Finance and Operations Director with recommendations for action. You will also have responsibility for managing two members of staff. This role forms a part of the Administration Team for the School therefore general administration and HR tasks may form part of the daily routine. Teamwork and an ethos of collaboration is essential. Person Specification Qualified Accountant: fully qualified ACCA, CIMA or equivalent. Knowledge of accounting programmes/systems/databases. Highly competent user of ICT - in particular Excel spreadsheets to an advanced level. Ability to produce detailed and accurate financial reports (management accounts, budgets, cash flow forecasts etc). Experience of working in a high-performing team Excellent attention to detail and the ability to prioritise work and have a proactive approach to ensure deadlines are met Experience in managing change successfully, and delivering positive, well-planned improvements to processes and systems. Financial acumen and commercially awareness Keeps abreast of changes in financial regulations and legislation Their Offer: Join a highly motivated and supportive team of staff, Governors, students and parents who embody a tangible ethos of collaborative working, community, continuous development and a sense of self-worth. A beautiful place to work in the most idyllic surroundings set within 140 acres in the beautiful West Yorkshire Pennines Competitive salary commensurate to qualifications and experience circa £45,000 per annum. School Fee Remission, at the discretion of the Governing Body. Pension scheme Access to FREE personal financial advice through their partnership with Schroders Personal Wealth Cycle to Work scheme Free lunch during term time Free on-site parking Access to a wide suite of Continuous Professional Development courses and opportunities To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for the School, click apply. The school reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date, therefore early applications are encouraged. Previous candidates need not apply. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the DBS.

Finance Manager (Local Finance) Based in the NEU Hamilton House Office (London WC1H 9BD) Full time, Permanent Commencing salary £73,125 per annum The National Education Union (NEU) represents 500,000 teachers, lecturers, support staff, and school leaders making it a powerful force for change in education. This is an exciting time to join us as we continue our journey to become a more agile, strategic, and strongly coordinated Trade Union, ready to meet future challenges and drive lasting change. If this appeals to you, the Finance Department are looking for a Finance Manager - Local Finance to lead a team of six responsible for working closely with the NEU's Districts, Branches, and Regional Councils, providing advice, guidance, and support on all areas of Local Finance. You will manage and develop the Local Finance Team and be the primary point of contact on Local Finance matters for Staff, Lay Officers, and the Executive to ensure all required functions are delivered as effectively as possible. The role holder must have the ability to build relationships with Lay Officers, especially Local Treasurers, and communicate financial information in a way that's clear and accessible to all. This will include overseeing the Treasurers Training programme, ensuring appropriate stewardship of Union funds, and compliance with the NEU's Rules, Regulations, and legal obligations. The ideal candidate must have demonstratable experience managing a team in a similar environment, including experience of developing staff, workforce planning, and performance management. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate sound judgement, their ability to deliver across a range of functions in time for critical deadlines, and an understanding of the political context in which the NEU operates. The role will be based at Hamilton House, our London headquarters, and the NEU offers a hybrid working programme requiring the role holder to work from Hamilton House three days per week with the remaining days at home subject to operational needs. The role holder will also need to be able to travel for Treasurers Training where courses are held nationwide, and for the Treasurer's Reception at the NEU's Annual Conference. In addition to salary, we offer good conditions including 35 days' annual leave plus Christmas closure days and a defined benefit pension scheme. Salary and benefits are pro-rata for part-time applicants. Further details can be downloaded from our website via the button below, where applicants will be able to complete an online application on our recruitment portal. Closing date is mid-day Wednesday 25th February 2026. Interviews will be held in person at Hamilton House and are scheduled for Thursday 12 March 2026. THE UNION IS FUNDAMENTALLY COMMITTED TO EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES IN ITS POLICIES AND PRACTICE

Senior Programme Manager London (with hybrid working - a minimum of one full day per week in the office) The Organisation Our client is focused on supporting education to break down barriers between student success and finance. They support the education sector through research and working within schools to drive initiatives that directly support learners. They are now looking for a Senior Programme Manager to join them on a full-time, permanent basis, working 40 hours per week. The Benefits - Salary of £51,750 per annum - Flexible working opportunities - 27 days' holiday a year (plus 8 bank holidays, including 3 which can be taken flexibly) - 2 festive season closure days - 6% employer pension contributions, minimum 3% employee contribution - Life insurance cover - Interest-free season ticket loan and cycle scheme - Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave pay (conditions apply) - Confidential Employee Assistance Programme to help you deal with any personal and professional problems This is a high-impact opportunity for an experienced education research and grant-making professional to join our client's mission-driven organisation. You'll be enabled to lead nationally significant programmes, influencing what research is commissioned, how it is delivered, and how evidence is translated into guidance that shapes practice across education. In return, you'll benefit from a position that offers intellectual challenge, strategic influence and collaborative working at the heart of the education evidence ecosystem, alongside the flexibility and trust needed to do deep, thoughtful work. The Role As a Senior Programme Manager, you will provide leadership across key research programmes, shaping high-quality grant-making and evidence generation. Working within the Research Directorate, you will lead priority programme areas, building deep subject expertise and acting as an authority on the design, delivery and evaluation of complex research projects. You'll collaborate closely with colleagues across the organisation, co-funders and delivery partners to develop a strong pipeline of grants, support funded organisations, and embed best practice across programme delivery. Additionally, you will: - Line manage and develop Programme Managers - Translate evidence into clear, usable guidance for the education sector - Lead written and spoken guidance outputs - Maintain and develop relationships with funders and external stakeholders - Lead one or more research themes and support thematic coherence across projects About You To be considered as a Senior Programme Manager, you will need: - A strong track record of delivery and achievement - A detailed, practical understanding of grant-making relating to research generation - Strong knowledge of the education system in England in at least one of the early years, school and 16-19 stages - The ability to analyse and interpret education research, including knowledge of diverse research methods - The ability to analyse a project's prospects of success and anticipate problems it might face when delivering at scale in England - The ability to contribute to the design of robust evaluations, including randomised controlled trials - Excellent relationship management skills - A willingness to travel occasionally to project sites All EEF staff are subject to a check by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The level of this check will be "Basic". All applicants must already have the right to work in the UK, as our client is unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Applications close: 22/02/2026 (23:59 GMT or BST) First stage interviews: w/c 09/03/2026 Second stage interviews: w/c 16/03/2026 Other organisations may call this role Senior Research Programme Manager, Senior Education Programme Manager, Head of Research Programmes, Senior Research Manager, Senior Grants and Programmes Manager, Evidence and Research Programme Lead, or Research Programme Lead. Webrecruit and our clients are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be. So, if you're looking for an impactful role as a Senior Programme Manager, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.

Management Accountant Permanent, Part-Time LEH is seeking an experienced Management Accountant to play a key role in supporting a wide range of finance activities, including taxation, statutory submissions, month-end reporting, budgeting, and residential trips analysis. This will be a pivotal role in contributing steady, reliable support to the LEH Finance Department. The Management Accountant will be joining a high-performing, efficient finance team with strong processes already in place. The successful candidate will work closely with the Finance Manager and the Finance Team and will facilitate in sustaining the team's accuracy, efficiency, and robust internal practices, ensuring the finance function remains a trusted and effective part of the School. This a permanent, part-time role working 25 hours per week (Monday - Friday), 35 weeks per year (term-time plus 1 week). What we offer: LEH is a thriving school situated on a 24-acre site west of London. It has a vibrant and diverse community, and LEH students are renowned for their academic prowess as well as their success across an extraordinarily wide range of co-curricular activities, including sport, music, and drama. We have state-of-the-art facilities, and we encourage staff to make the most of the school's swimming pool, tennis courts, free lunches, on-site parking, and library services. A list of our attractive range of benefits can be found here . How to apply: An application pack is available from the School's website by clicking here . Applications must be made on the School's own form and should be sent to . The closing date is noon on Monday, 5 th January 2026. CVs will not be considered and should not be submitted. Safeguarding Statement: All staff working in the School will have some contact with children and will therefore be in regulated activity. Staff with teaching duties will be responsible for the pupils that they teach and may also have additional specific pastoral or other responsibilities for other pupils they do not teach. In addition, all staff will regularly interact with pupils who may seek assistance or otherwise interact with them whilst moving around the School. In all cases, the post holder's responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of the pupils is to adhere to and ensure compliance with the School's safeguarding policies and procedures at all times. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children. Lady Eleanor Holles is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).