Information Specialist & Curation Officer The Role Empower the LBS community by ensuring seamless access to essential learning and research resources London Business School require an Information & Curation Specialist to join our Library team on a permanent basis. As the Information Specialist & Curation Officer, you will support our stakeholders, including students, faculty, and alumni, in accessing the content needed for teaching, learning, and research. Working closely with the Curation Team and collaborating with colleagues across the School, you will ensure that relevant learning and research materials are available and accessible. Your role will involve answering research enquiries, planning and running training sessions, creating online learning materials, and cataloguing. Main Responsibilities Enable effective curation of the School's acquired and created learning resources. Grow the LBS online portfolio, experiment with new content and technologies, and manage digital resource priorities. Amplify the visibility of the School's research through effective management of research systems and data. Deliver services, systems, and a technology portfolio that meets the needs of the School and its stakeholders. Who we are looking for A professional library qualification (Bachelor's or Master's degree) or equivalent experience. Business school library experience is desirable. Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage various audiences. Experience in running database training and information skills sessions. Familiarity with business databases and experience in cataloguing print and e-books. Experience with tools such as LibGuides and Rise to create online content. Knowledge of policies, regulations, and legislation in the area of specialism. Strong organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail. Why London Business School London Business School; a global and vibrant business community based in two of the world's most dynamic cities, London and Dubai. It's where extraordinary minds and diverse perspectives connect, to have a profound impact on the way the world does business and the way business impacts the world. We offer best in class hybrid learning to our students and participants, whilst creating a flexible, supportive and dynamic working environment for our people to excel in, whatever their location. What you can expect from us Generous annual leave of 27 days PLUS extra between Christmas and New Year! Generous pension package, 14.5% employer contribution (in return for employee enrolment and contribution) Free onsite gym and swimming pool Amazing range of professional development to support your career path Enhanced cycle to work scheme Wellbeing offering to support your physical, mental and financial health Up to 5 days paid emergency leave for staff who have caring responsibilities for a family member, dependent or friend who is ill. At London Business School, we support Smart Working - a hybrid approach designed to help you achieve a healthy work-life balance while delivering the best outcomes for your role and the needs of our customers. All roles require a minimum of two days on campus each week to foster a vibrant, collaborative community. For this role specifically, you will be expected to be on campus 2 days per week We operate with 'core hours' - 10:00-15:00 - to maximise opportunities for connection and collaboration across teams during the working day. Outside of these hours, you may still be required for meetings or collaboration based on your role and customer needs. Additionally, we offer Protected Time - a flexible, one-hour slot, within the working week dedicated to your learning and development, wellbeing, or focused, quiet work Our commitment to driving inclusion and belonging We are a globally reaching institution, committed to creating tangible and sustainable change in driving inclusion & belonging within our School, education and society at large. We are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone in our community feels they belong and thrive. This is a key school priority, and we want everyone who joins LBS to feel respected, welcomed, and heard. Candidates needing sponsorship should assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship by evaluating their circumstances against the relevant criteria before applying Please note we start screening CVs and interviewing candidates from the start of a campaign. A successful candidate could progress to offer before the advertised closing date. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible if you are interested in any roles.
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
Information Specialist & Curation Officer The Role Empower the LBS community by ensuring seamless access to essential learning and research resources London Business School require an Information & Curation Specialist to join our Library team on a permanent basis. As the Information Specialist & Curation Officer, you will support our stakeholders, including students, faculty, and alumni, in accessing the content needed for teaching, learning, and research. Working closely with the Curation Team and collaborating with colleagues across the School, you will ensure that relevant learning and research materials are available and accessible. Your role will involve answering research enquiries, planning and running training sessions, creating online learning materials, and cataloguing. Main Responsibilities Enable effective curation of the School's acquired and created learning resources. Grow the LBS online portfolio, experiment with new content and technologies, and manage digital resource priorities. Amplify the visibility of the School's research through effective management of research systems and data. Deliver services, systems, and a technology portfolio that meets the needs of the School and its stakeholders. Who we are looking for A professional library qualification (Bachelor's or Master's degree) or equivalent experience. Business school library experience is desirable. Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage various audiences. Experience in running database training and information skills sessions. Familiarity with business databases and experience in cataloguing print and e-books. Experience with tools such as LibGuides and Rise to create online content. Knowledge of policies, regulations, and legislation in the area of specialism. Strong organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail. Why London Business School London Business School; a global and vibrant business community based in two of the world's most dynamic cities, London and Dubai. It's where extraordinary minds and diverse perspectives connect, to have a profound impact on the way the world does business and the way business impacts the world. We offer best in class hybrid learning to our students and participants, whilst creating a flexible, supportive and dynamic working environment for our people to excel in, whatever their location. What you can expect from us Generous annual leave of 27 days PLUS extra between Christmas and New Year! Generous pension package, 14.5% employer contribution (in return for employee enrolment and contribution) Free onsite gym and swimming pool Amazing range of professional development to support your career path Enhanced cycle to work scheme Wellbeing offering to support your physical, mental and financial health Up to 5 days paid emergency leave for staff who have caring responsibilities for a family member, dependent or friend who is ill. At London Business School, we support Smart Working - a hybrid approach designed to help you achieve a healthy work-life balance while delivering the best outcomes for your role and the needs of our customers. All roles require a minimum of two days on campus each week to foster a vibrant, collaborative community. For this role specifically, you will be expected to be on campus 2 days per week We operate with 'core hours' - 10:00-15:00 - to maximise opportunities for connection and collaboration across teams during the working day. Outside of these hours, you may still be required for meetings or collaboration based on your role and customer needs. Additionally, we offer Protected Time - a flexible, one-hour slot, within the working week dedicated to your learning and development, wellbeing, or focused, quiet work Our commitment to driving inclusion and belonging We are a globally reaching institution, committed to creating tangible and sustainable change in driving inclusion & belonging within our School, education and society at large. We are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone in our community feels they belong and thrive. This is a key school priority, and we want everyone who joins LBS to feel respected, welcomed, and heard. Candidates needing sponsorship should assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship by evaluating their circumstances against the relevant criteria before applying Please note we start screening CVs and interviewing candidates from the start of a campaign. A successful candidate could progress to offer before the advertised closing date. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible if you are interested in any roles.
Outdoor Education Instructor and Paddlesport Coordinator Location : Cambridge Salary: £35,000 per annum The School is one of the country's leading independent co-educational day schools for children aged 3-18. Their aim is to be a leading employer of choice. This means they strive to be a school where staff say they are proud and excited to work, and feel valued, respected and motivated. They are committed to providing a very competitive salary and benefits scheme at the same time as offering a wide range of opportunities for personal and professional development. They want their staff to feel engaged and purposeful so that they, in turn, help pupils to be happy and successful. The Role The role is an exciting opportunity to lead the Outdoor Education Department's Paddlesports program and wider instructional delivery. The Paddlesports Club is delivered as an extra-curricular club and operates weekly in term time at a local lake, our state-of-the-art swimming pool and the Lee Valley White Water Centre. The postholder will oversee a specialist fleet of pool kayaks, whitewater kayaks, open canoes, SUPs and sit-on-tops to support the delivery of high-quality training sessions and a range of trips. The role also includes instructional delivery on our international PES Summit 11 open canoe program, involving annual expeditions to Sweden. The role is offered as a permanent full-time contract. The post holder will have full involvement across the breadth of Outdoor Education provision. They will work across PES provision, games programme delivery, extra-curricular clubs and climbing provision. They will participate in most Outdoor Education trips and must have a passion for expeditionary work. Work is divided between activity instruction, administration tasks, trip planning and leadership. The post holder will be provided with financial support towards relevant national governing body training and award schemes. Responsibilities: Produce and review the schemes of learning relevant to the program overseen. Support each session with detailed session planning documents, relevant risk assessments and equipment requirements. Provide weekly communication to staff, volunteers, parents and pupils involved within their programs. Oversee all Paddle UK award schemes for pupils and Paddlesports Club trip planning and delivery. Provide instructional support to the PES Summit 11 programme. Conduct a review of session delivery, quality and impact at regular intervals to ensure the best learning outcomes for pupils. Hold termly review meetings with the Director of Outdoor Education to ensure sessions and programmes are delivered to the very highest standards. Submit a brief annual report on Paddlesport Club delivery, alongside Paddle UK award attainment data, to the Director of Outdoor Education on an annual basis. Contribute to equipment maintenance and other administrative duties. Attend and contribute to weekly departmental meetings in term time and maintain high standards of continued professional development. Skills and Qualifications Experienced paddlesports instructor across multiple craft and in multiple environments. Experienced expedition leader in paddlesports settings. Prior experience of climbing and/or climbing instructional qualifications. White Water Safety & Rescue Training. Paddle UK White Water Kayak Leader or equivalent. Paddle UK Canoeing Core Coach or equivalent. Paddle UK Canoe Leader. Full Clean UK Driving License. Be able to demonstrate flexibility and skill when working in a busy school and department. Excellent organisational, inter-personal and communication skills. Effectively manage commitments and deadlines. Up-to date knowledge of relevant legislation and guidance in relation to working with, and the protection of, children and young people. Ability to work collaboratively and supportively with colleagues within school and with colleagues in other organisations. Ability to motivate and encourage participation. Respect and value the different experiences, ideas and backgrounds others can bring to work and to teams. Ability to work effectively both as part of a team and independently. Empathy for pupils, parents, staff and the community. Committed to continual personal and professional development. Benefits Free lunches in term time A workplace pension scheme A uniform allowance Funding for all professional fees relevant to qualification required for the role PPE and leadership equipment relevant to instruction roles Professional development funding subject to approval from the Director of Outdoor Education. Funding will be considered for: Full funding for Mountain Training qualifications relevant to the role Full funding for all levels of the Paddle UK qualification framework Full funding for Duke of Edinburgh award scheme qualifications Full funding for GB Archery awards Full funding for expedition first aid courses Additional CPD relevant to the maintenance of current qualifications and/or relevant to the role. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable School, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application. Closing Date: Friday 7th March at midday, but applications will be considered as they are received. The School actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
Mar 06, 2025
Full time
Outdoor Education Instructor and Paddlesport Coordinator Location : Cambridge Salary: £35,000 per annum The School is one of the country's leading independent co-educational day schools for children aged 3-18. Their aim is to be a leading employer of choice. This means they strive to be a school where staff say they are proud and excited to work, and feel valued, respected and motivated. They are committed to providing a very competitive salary and benefits scheme at the same time as offering a wide range of opportunities for personal and professional development. They want their staff to feel engaged and purposeful so that they, in turn, help pupils to be happy and successful. The Role The role is an exciting opportunity to lead the Outdoor Education Department's Paddlesports program and wider instructional delivery. The Paddlesports Club is delivered as an extra-curricular club and operates weekly in term time at a local lake, our state-of-the-art swimming pool and the Lee Valley White Water Centre. The postholder will oversee a specialist fleet of pool kayaks, whitewater kayaks, open canoes, SUPs and sit-on-tops to support the delivery of high-quality training sessions and a range of trips. The role also includes instructional delivery on our international PES Summit 11 open canoe program, involving annual expeditions to Sweden. The role is offered as a permanent full-time contract. The post holder will have full involvement across the breadth of Outdoor Education provision. They will work across PES provision, games programme delivery, extra-curricular clubs and climbing provision. They will participate in most Outdoor Education trips and must have a passion for expeditionary work. Work is divided between activity instruction, administration tasks, trip planning and leadership. The post holder will be provided with financial support towards relevant national governing body training and award schemes. Responsibilities: Produce and review the schemes of learning relevant to the program overseen. Support each session with detailed session planning documents, relevant risk assessments and equipment requirements. Provide weekly communication to staff, volunteers, parents and pupils involved within their programs. Oversee all Paddle UK award schemes for pupils and Paddlesports Club trip planning and delivery. Provide instructional support to the PES Summit 11 programme. Conduct a review of session delivery, quality and impact at regular intervals to ensure the best learning outcomes for pupils. Hold termly review meetings with the Director of Outdoor Education to ensure sessions and programmes are delivered to the very highest standards. Submit a brief annual report on Paddlesport Club delivery, alongside Paddle UK award attainment data, to the Director of Outdoor Education on an annual basis. Contribute to equipment maintenance and other administrative duties. Attend and contribute to weekly departmental meetings in term time and maintain high standards of continued professional development. Skills and Qualifications Experienced paddlesports instructor across multiple craft and in multiple environments. Experienced expedition leader in paddlesports settings. Prior experience of climbing and/or climbing instructional qualifications. White Water Safety & Rescue Training. Paddle UK White Water Kayak Leader or equivalent. Paddle UK Canoeing Core Coach or equivalent. Paddle UK Canoe Leader. Full Clean UK Driving License. Be able to demonstrate flexibility and skill when working in a busy school and department. Excellent organisational, inter-personal and communication skills. Effectively manage commitments and deadlines. Up-to date knowledge of relevant legislation and guidance in relation to working with, and the protection of, children and young people. Ability to work collaboratively and supportively with colleagues within school and with colleagues in other organisations. Ability to motivate and encourage participation. Respect and value the different experiences, ideas and backgrounds others can bring to work and to teams. Ability to work effectively both as part of a team and independently. Empathy for pupils, parents, staff and the community. Committed to continual personal and professional development. Benefits Free lunches in term time A workplace pension scheme A uniform allowance Funding for all professional fees relevant to qualification required for the role PPE and leadership equipment relevant to instruction roles Professional development funding subject to approval from the Director of Outdoor Education. Funding will be considered for: Full funding for Mountain Training qualifications relevant to the role Full funding for all levels of the Paddle UK qualification framework Full funding for Duke of Edinburgh award scheme qualifications Full funding for GB Archery awards Full funding for expedition first aid courses Additional CPD relevant to the maintenance of current qualifications and/or relevant to the role. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable School, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application. Closing Date: Friday 7th March at midday, but applications will be considered as they are received. The School actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The Governors of City Junior School are seeking to appoint an outstanding candidate as the new Head. Required for September 2025/January 2026 The School is a high-profile, thriving, academically selective co-educational day School for children aged 7-11, located in the heart of the City, in Gray's Inn. Established in 2022, the School benefits from its links to City of London School for Girls and City of London School where pupils transition without 11+ examination at the end of Year 6. City Junior School is owned by and established as part of the City of London Corporation, which supports the School and is responsible for the School's governance. City Junior School offers a rigorous and rounded education. The well-designed curriculum provides pupils with the opportunity to create, connect and collaborate both within and beyond the classroom. They are encouraged to ask questions, take risks and think creatively. Kindness and compassion are modelled and taught. The newly created school building includes modern, light-filled classrooms, with specialist teaching areas for a range of subjects. Pupils have access to the fantastic facilities of both senior schools, such as their swimming pools and theatre spaces, whilst also benefiting from the glorious environment of Gray's Inn, including access to the 'Walks' (large grassed areas) for play and the historic dining hall for lunch. Academic standards are high and so is the focus on wellbeing. The School's values relate to community and citizenship; joy and wellbeing; and scholarship and discovery. This exciting opportunity will suit candidates with outstanding communication and people skills, as well as the ability to manage change effectively, leading staff with energy and purpose. The successful candidate will have vision, resilience and gravitas. They will need to establish trust and confidence demonstrating empathy and a warm, engaging personality. Further information will be available shortly. Potential applicants who would like to find out more about this opportunity are invited to contact one of the RSAcademics team working on this project for an initial, confidential conversation. The deadline for receipt of applications is 10.00am (UK time) on Friday 7 March. Applications should be made electronically to RSAcademics. To submit your application, please click on "Apply Now" on the right side of this webpage and upload your documents according to the instructions provided. You should submit the following (both in PDF format): a completed application form a covering letter addressed to Alan Bird, Head of City of London School, and Jenny Brown, Head of City School for Girls. The letter should explain your reasons for applying. If you have any questions about uploading your application documents, please contact Jonathan Barnes, Head of Operations (Leadership Appointments), at: . Jonathan can also be reached by calling our Head Office on (0). City Junior School is an equal opportunities employer committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring service and a review of their social media presence. All appointments are subject to a criminal background check and proof of qualifications, in accordance with the requirements of the Children Act. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Safer recruitment checks will be made at all stages in the recruitment process. RSAcademics is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to promoting diversity and inclusion in schools. Preliminary interviews will be held on Teams Tuesday 11 or Wednesday 12 March. Longlist interviews will be held on Friday 21 March. Final interviews will be held at the School on either Thursday 27 or Friday 28 March (date tbc).
Feb 14, 2025
Full time
The Governors of City Junior School are seeking to appoint an outstanding candidate as the new Head. Required for September 2025/January 2026 The School is a high-profile, thriving, academically selective co-educational day School for children aged 7-11, located in the heart of the City, in Gray's Inn. Established in 2022, the School benefits from its links to City of London School for Girls and City of London School where pupils transition without 11+ examination at the end of Year 6. City Junior School is owned by and established as part of the City of London Corporation, which supports the School and is responsible for the School's governance. City Junior School offers a rigorous and rounded education. The well-designed curriculum provides pupils with the opportunity to create, connect and collaborate both within and beyond the classroom. They are encouraged to ask questions, take risks and think creatively. Kindness and compassion are modelled and taught. The newly created school building includes modern, light-filled classrooms, with specialist teaching areas for a range of subjects. Pupils have access to the fantastic facilities of both senior schools, such as their swimming pools and theatre spaces, whilst also benefiting from the glorious environment of Gray's Inn, including access to the 'Walks' (large grassed areas) for play and the historic dining hall for lunch. Academic standards are high and so is the focus on wellbeing. The School's values relate to community and citizenship; joy and wellbeing; and scholarship and discovery. This exciting opportunity will suit candidates with outstanding communication and people skills, as well as the ability to manage change effectively, leading staff with energy and purpose. The successful candidate will have vision, resilience and gravitas. They will need to establish trust and confidence demonstrating empathy and a warm, engaging personality. Further information will be available shortly. Potential applicants who would like to find out more about this opportunity are invited to contact one of the RSAcademics team working on this project for an initial, confidential conversation. The deadline for receipt of applications is 10.00am (UK time) on Friday 7 March. Applications should be made electronically to RSAcademics. To submit your application, please click on "Apply Now" on the right side of this webpage and upload your documents according to the instructions provided. You should submit the following (both in PDF format): a completed application form a covering letter addressed to Alan Bird, Head of City of London School, and Jenny Brown, Head of City School for Girls. The letter should explain your reasons for applying. If you have any questions about uploading your application documents, please contact Jonathan Barnes, Head of Operations (Leadership Appointments), at: . Jonathan can also be reached by calling our Head Office on (0). City Junior School is an equal opportunities employer committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring service and a review of their social media presence. All appointments are subject to a criminal background check and proof of qualifications, in accordance with the requirements of the Children Act. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Safer recruitment checks will be made at all stages in the recruitment process. RSAcademics is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to promoting diversity and inclusion in schools. Preliminary interviews will be held on Teams Tuesday 11 or Wednesday 12 March. Longlist interviews will be held on Friday 21 March. Final interviews will be held at the School on either Thursday 27 or Friday 28 March (date tbc).
Contents Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information Location Camberley, South East England, GU15 4NP About the job Summary The Royal Military Academy Sandhurst (RMAS) has been providing officer training in its current form since 1947. We are known throughout the world as the leading military training establishment for British and International Officer Cadets. We have an exciting opportunity for a Psychological Support Officer to join the dedicated, motivated and hardworking team in the Welfare Department within Sandhurst Group Headquarters. You will be working alongside military and civilian colleagues to assist in the development of our future army officers and support them during training. The Academy has a lot to offer its employees: free parking, subsidised gym and swimming pool membership, 271 acres of parkland, wooded areas and lakes, numerous historic buildings, a museum, a library, several caf style eating facilities, fly and coarse fishing, as well as regular social activities. This position is advertised at 37 hours per week. Job description The Psychological Support Officer will provide Academy Permanent Staff (PS) and students with a psychological coaching, mentoring and support service with the principle objective of supporting students in achieving their potential to meet the high standards that they must attain to commission. Responsibilities The primary focus of the role will be to provide students and staff confidential voluntary access to coaching and/or guidance counselling. Students applies to all individuals at the Academy undertaking courses e.g. Officer Cadets, Late Entry Officers, Professionally Qualified Officers, etc. To deliver evidence-based responses through assessment, formulation and client centred interventions, either delivered directly through practised coaching, mentoring or guidance counselling, or sign posting to other more appropriate support teams or agencies, referring to the Medical Team where necessary. Working confidentially with students or staff to build a development plan. Where needed, and with appropriate discretion and minimal disclosure, to inform the appropriate PS of outline plans and assist in authorising appropriate time away from timetabled activities for individuals to undertake the determined intervention. To attend Medical Team briefings if requested; assisting them in providing information for Department of Community Mental Health (DCMH) referrals and provide psychological support for individuals returning to RMAS after DCMH treatment (if considered appropriate by the Medical Team). To work jointly with all RMAS departments, agencies and service providers (including Deputy Chief of Staff (DCOS), Chaplaincy, Medical, Welfare and Training Teams) partnering to ensure realistic structured support is in place for the student body and individual students. To submit regular reports to DCOS on numbers of psychological support service users (including relevant gender and ethnicity statistics), and outcomes of the service to measure efficiency and impact. Participate as a member of the Academy Welfare Working Group. To support, through professional observations or research, Academy understanding of factors impinging student or staff resilience (or other performance inhibitors). Participation is required in projects to develop or deliver mitigating interventions. These could be related to training and education, timetabling, culture or Academy policies. Maintain professional qualifications or development, adhering to the highest standards of professional practice, Occupational Policies, Codes of Conduct and Health and Care professions Council (HCPC) regulatory framework with work being managed, rather than supervised, and outcomes assessed at regular intervals. Collaborate closely with Military Welfare and Medical agencies to assess and monitor risk; identifying appropriate treatment pathway for staff or students as required. Understand the available military mental health and welfare pathways through primary care to specialist mental healthcare in order to facilitate the provision of support. Provide input, support and in some cases mentoring to the continuous development of the coaching approach adopted across college permanent staff. This may include providing performance coaching, mentoring and psychological resilience training to Staff and Students ensuring this is coordinated with courses delivered in Colleges. Qualifications Qualified Chartered Psychologist - Occupational or Counselling. MSc or above. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Leadership Communicating and Influencing Making Effective Decisions Working Together Managing a Quality Service Changing and Improving Benefits Learning and development tailored to your role An environment with flexible working options A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity A Civil Service pension 25 days leave per annum, increasing by 1 day per year up to 30 days after 5 years. MOD offers support and development in your career, including apprenticeships, that you can undertake as part of your role. An apprenticeship is a combined package of work and training. Through an apprenticeship, you will gain professional knowledge, practical experience and wider skills required for the job and your future career. Successful candidates can discuss their development options with their manager when in post. The Academy has a lot to offer its employees: free parking, subsidised gym and swimming pool membership, 271 acres of parkland, wooded areas and lakes, numerous historic buildings, a museum, a library, several caf style eating facilities, fly and coarse fishing, as well as regular social activities. The post does not offer relocation expenses External recruits who join the MOD who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a six month probation period. Please note: Interview travel expenses will not be reimbursed. Any move to MOD from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at MOD Recruitment Satisfaction Survey we may contact you regarding your experience to help us improve our customer satisfaction. The survey is voluntary and anonymous. You may however be given the opportunity to provide additional information to help us improve our service which includes the collection of some personal data as defined by the United Kingdom General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR). The MOD Privacy Notice sets out how we will use your personal data and your rights. Things you need to know Security People working with government assets must complete basic personnel security standard checks. Selection process details This vacancy is using Success Profiles , and will assess your Behaviours and Experience. This vacancy is using Success Profiles, and will assess your Behaviours and Experience. Candidates will be required to complete an online CV template to include job history, full details of education and qualifications and previous experiences and skills. Applications will be sifted shortly after the vacancy closes. Those applicants that meet the standard required will be invited for interview. Second interviews and a familiarisation visit will follow if deemed necessary. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. As a result of the changes to the UK immigration rules which came in to effect on 1 January 2021, the Ministry of Defence will only offer sponsorship for a skilled worker visa under the points based system, where a role has been deemed to be business critical. The role currently being advertised has not been assessed as business critical and is therefore NOT open to applications from those who will require sponsorship under the points based system. Should you apply for this role and be found to require sponsorship, your application will be rejected and any provisional offer of employment withdrawn. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. Nationality requirements This job is broadly open to the following groups: UK nationals nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK nationals of the Republic of Ireland nationals from the EU, EEA or Switzerland with settled or pre-settled status or who apply for either status by the deadline of the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) relevant EU, EEA, Swiss or Turkish nationals working in the Civil Service relevant EU, EEA, Swiss or Turkish nationals who have built up the right to work in the Civil Service certain family members of the relevant EU, EEA, Swiss or Turkish nationals Further information on nationality requirements Working for the Civil Service The Civil Service Code sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles . The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. 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Sep 21, 2022
Full time
Contents Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information Location Camberley, South East England, GU15 4NP About the job Summary The Royal Military Academy Sandhurst (RMAS) has been providing officer training in its current form since 1947. We are known throughout the world as the leading military training establishment for British and International Officer Cadets. We have an exciting opportunity for a Psychological Support Officer to join the dedicated, motivated and hardworking team in the Welfare Department within Sandhurst Group Headquarters. You will be working alongside military and civilian colleagues to assist in the development of our future army officers and support them during training. The Academy has a lot to offer its employees: free parking, subsidised gym and swimming pool membership, 271 acres of parkland, wooded areas and lakes, numerous historic buildings, a museum, a library, several caf style eating facilities, fly and coarse fishing, as well as regular social activities. This position is advertised at 37 hours per week. Job description The Psychological Support Officer will provide Academy Permanent Staff (PS) and students with a psychological coaching, mentoring and support service with the principle objective of supporting students in achieving their potential to meet the high standards that they must attain to commission. Responsibilities The primary focus of the role will be to provide students and staff confidential voluntary access to coaching and/or guidance counselling. Students applies to all individuals at the Academy undertaking courses e.g. Officer Cadets, Late Entry Officers, Professionally Qualified Officers, etc. To deliver evidence-based responses through assessment, formulation and client centred interventions, either delivered directly through practised coaching, mentoring or guidance counselling, or sign posting to other more appropriate support teams or agencies, referring to the Medical Team where necessary. Working confidentially with students or staff to build a development plan. Where needed, and with appropriate discretion and minimal disclosure, to inform the appropriate PS of outline plans and assist in authorising appropriate time away from timetabled activities for individuals to undertake the determined intervention. To attend Medical Team briefings if requested; assisting them in providing information for Department of Community Mental Health (DCMH) referrals and provide psychological support for individuals returning to RMAS after DCMH treatment (if considered appropriate by the Medical Team). To work jointly with all RMAS departments, agencies and service providers (including Deputy Chief of Staff (DCOS), Chaplaincy, Medical, Welfare and Training Teams) partnering to ensure realistic structured support is in place for the student body and individual students. To submit regular reports to DCOS on numbers of psychological support service users (including relevant gender and ethnicity statistics), and outcomes of the service to measure efficiency and impact. Participate as a member of the Academy Welfare Working Group. To support, through professional observations or research, Academy understanding of factors impinging student or staff resilience (or other performance inhibitors). Participation is required in projects to develop or deliver mitigating interventions. These could be related to training and education, timetabling, culture or Academy policies. Maintain professional qualifications or development, adhering to the highest standards of professional practice, Occupational Policies, Codes of Conduct and Health and Care professions Council (HCPC) regulatory framework with work being managed, rather than supervised, and outcomes assessed at regular intervals. Collaborate closely with Military Welfare and Medical agencies to assess and monitor risk; identifying appropriate treatment pathway for staff or students as required. Understand the available military mental health and welfare pathways through primary care to specialist mental healthcare in order to facilitate the provision of support. Provide input, support and in some cases mentoring to the continuous development of the coaching approach adopted across college permanent staff. This may include providing performance coaching, mentoring and psychological resilience training to Staff and Students ensuring this is coordinated with courses delivered in Colleges. Qualifications Qualified Chartered Psychologist - Occupational or Counselling. MSc or above. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Leadership Communicating and Influencing Making Effective Decisions Working Together Managing a Quality Service Changing and Improving Benefits Learning and development tailored to your role An environment with flexible working options A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity A Civil Service pension 25 days leave per annum, increasing by 1 day per year up to 30 days after 5 years. MOD offers support and development in your career, including apprenticeships, that you can undertake as part of your role. An apprenticeship is a combined package of work and training. Through an apprenticeship, you will gain professional knowledge, practical experience and wider skills required for the job and your future career. Successful candidates can discuss their development options with their manager when in post. The Academy has a lot to offer its employees: free parking, subsidised gym and swimming pool membership, 271 acres of parkland, wooded areas and lakes, numerous historic buildings, a museum, a library, several caf style eating facilities, fly and coarse fishing, as well as regular social activities. The post does not offer relocation expenses External recruits who join the MOD who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a six month probation period. Please note: Interview travel expenses will not be reimbursed. Any move to MOD from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at MOD Recruitment Satisfaction Survey we may contact you regarding your experience to help us improve our customer satisfaction. The survey is voluntary and anonymous. You may however be given the opportunity to provide additional information to help us improve our service which includes the collection of some personal data as defined by the United Kingdom General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR). The MOD Privacy Notice sets out how we will use your personal data and your rights. Things you need to know Security People working with government assets must complete basic personnel security standard checks. Selection process details This vacancy is using Success Profiles , and will assess your Behaviours and Experience. This vacancy is using Success Profiles, and will assess your Behaviours and Experience. Candidates will be required to complete an online CV template to include job history, full details of education and qualifications and previous experiences and skills. Applications will be sifted shortly after the vacancy closes. Those applicants that meet the standard required will be invited for interview. Second interviews and a familiarisation visit will follow if deemed necessary. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. As a result of the changes to the UK immigration rules which came in to effect on 1 January 2021, the Ministry of Defence will only offer sponsorship for a skilled worker visa under the points based system, where a role has been deemed to be business critical. The role currently being advertised has not been assessed as business critical and is therefore NOT open to applications from those who will require sponsorship under the points based system. Should you apply for this role and be found to require sponsorship, your application will be rejected and any provisional offer of employment withdrawn. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. Nationality requirements This job is broadly open to the following groups: UK nationals nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK nationals of the Republic of Ireland nationals from the EU, EEA or Switzerland with settled or pre-settled status or who apply for either status by the deadline of the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) relevant EU, EEA, Swiss or Turkish nationals working in the Civil Service relevant EU, EEA, Swiss or Turkish nationals who have built up the right to work in the Civil Service certain family members of the relevant EU, EEA, Swiss or Turkish nationals Further information on nationality requirements Working for the Civil Service The Civil Service Code sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles . The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. 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