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Optometrist - Newly/Recently Qualified Location: Orkney Contract length: Fixed Term, one Year, with option to extend Remuneration: Salary £55,000 (Negotiable) + Relocation Costs + £5K Completion bonus + Accommodation + Career Development Plan Just qualified and ready to take on a challenge that'll grow your confidence fast? Clark Optometrists in Kirkwall, Orkney, offers a career-defining first role for an ambitious optometrist who wants to develop real clinical skills in a supportive, hands-on environment, all while living somewhere truly special. Why start your career in Orkney? Orkney offers the kind of early-career experience that's hard to find anywhere else. In a single-practice island community, we provide care across the full spectrum of patient needs, from routine exams to acute presentations and complex pathology. Our location means we play a key role in managing conditions locally, working closely with highly supportive secondary-care specialists. For newly qualified optometrists, this creates an exceptional learning environment: You'll see a wider variety of conditions than in most early-career roles, helping you quickly build confidence in recognising and managing pathology. You'll follow patients through from first presentation to resolution, gaining a depth of continuity that strengthens your clinical reasoning. You'll have the opportunity for regular placements with the local NHS hospital (around one day per month) with structured support to gain broader experience of ophthalmology. You'll develop adaptability and problem-solving skills that are the hallmark of strong, independent clinicians. You'll have autonomy when you're ready, but never isolation. Unlike many remote or rural posts, you'll always be working alongside experienced colleagues, with immediate access to support and second opinions whenever you need them. You'll gain hands-on experience that accelerates your development far beyond what's typical in a busy, high-street environment. But what truly sets Orkney apart is the community itself. Our patients are warm, appreciative, and often families we've cared for across generations. That trust adds a uniquely rewarding dimension to your clinical work, one where your decisions matter, your care is valued, and your contribution is genuinely felt. This is an environment where newly qualified optometrists grow quickly, broaden their skills, and build solid clinical confidence in a supported, encouraging setting. Life beyond the practice Orkney has a thriving community of young professionals, from fellow healthcare workers to creative freelancers, engineers, and teachers. Whether you're into wild swimming, gym sessions, live music, island sports, photography, or just good pub chats, there's a brilliant social scene here if you know where to look (and we'll happily show you!). You'll also enjoy: Stunning coastal walks Regular events and festivals Great cafés, bakeries, and breweries Clubs, gigs, galleries, and sports leagues. It's a fantastic place to start your career, meet new people, and enjoy a lifestyle that's both inspiring and grounded. What we offer £55,000K salary (Negotiable) Help with relocation costs Completion Bonus (£5,000 bonus paid upon completion of full years work) 1-year fixed term contract, with the option to extend Structured NHS placement opportunity in partnership with the local hospital Accommodation provided for the year 2 fully paid for return flights per year for visiting friends/family Flexible terms, including support with buying out pre-reg tie-in contracts if you're currently tied to a role you don't wish to continue in Modern tech including OCT imaging Supportive, friendly team who love what they do. If you're ready to kick-start your career, build your skills, and live somewhere you'll never forget, we'd love to hear from you.

Acre Wood Academy is now looking for an inspiring and adaptable Deputy Headteacher to support the Headteacher on its rapid improvement journey. MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB: To assist the Headteacher in providing vision and leadership for the school, creating, maintaining and developing conditions that enable effective learning; Implement the aims of the school in accordance with the policies of the Trust so that the school's mission, vision and values are fulfilled; To take full responsibility for leading and managing significant aspects of the school, under the overall direction of the Headteacher. Our Deputy Headteacher will need: Previous involvement in a school improvement journey to be able to support the Headteacher to bring about the rapid raising of standards in teaching and learning for our children. Experience of working as a middle/senior leader within a Specialist setting. The ability and flexibility to be able to support the Headteacher to drive the school forward while responding to a rapidly changing and complex environment. Leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage, influence and gain the commitment of all stakeholders to achieve the best outcomes for our children. We can offer the opportunity to: Make a real difference to the lives of our children and their families. Develop within a successful multi-academy Trust, working with other experienced senior leaders. Work with and be supported by the Headteacher, and senior leadership team in this exciting and challenging role. Access CPD opportunities - mandatory training courses via iTrent Learning, continual development including apprenticeships and discount on course fees for courses run by the London South East Colleges. Conversations and visits are encouraged and are very much welcomed. For full information and to arrange your conversation/visit please contact our school office on Acre Wood is a specialist school for pupils and students aged 4-19 with a wide range of special education needs, including Profound and Multiple learning Difficulties (PMLD), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD). It is set across three sites (primary, secondary and sixth form) located closely together in Crowborough, East Sussex. The school is part of London South East Academies Trust. To find out more about the Trust visit here Our school benefits from the regular support of Speech and Language Therapists, Physiotherapy services and Occupational Therapists provided by the Children's Integrated Therapy and equipment Service (CITEs) within Kent NHS and commissioned by the Local Authority. We also have, as part of our team, a Special Schools Nursing Sister from East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust who supports the health and wellbeing of our students. As a staff team we work to create a place where our pupils and students can learn in a safe, happy and enriching environment, one which promotes independence as well as a sense of fun, curiosity and excitement. , Deputy Headteacher, About Us The College London South East Colleges (LSEC) is one of London's largest and most successful further education providers, with seven campuses across Bexley, Bromley, Greenwich and Lambeth and around 1,000 staff. Each year, we support more than 13,000 students through a wide portfolio of vocational courses, apprenticeships and other programmes that are closely aligned to employer and industry need. What brings people to work here, and keeps them here, is the sense of purpose. We exist to change lives through learning, and that ambition runs through everything we do. Our staff work with learners from all backgrounds, many of whom face significant barriers, and play a direct role in improving social mobility and life chances across south east London and beyond. We are committed to developing our people. This includes high-quality professional development, leadership and management training, and clear opportunities for progression across the College and the wider Group. We encourage colleagues to develop their skills, share expertise and build long-term careers with us, supported by a culture that values collaboration, professionalism and continuous improvement. We invest heavily in our learning environments, with modern facilities and strong partnerships with employers, universities and local communities. This enables our staff to focus on what matters most: delivering high-quality education and training that equips learners with the skills, confidence and resilience to succeed in work and in life. LSEC is part of the Elevare Civic Education Group, which also sponsors London South East Academies Trust. The Trust is a growing and successful Multi-Academy Trust, currently comprising mainstream, special and alternative provision schools across Bromley, Bexley, Surrey, Sussex and Lambeth. This gives colleagues the opportunity to work within a genuinely joined-up education system, spanning schools, colleges and higher education. The Group has also recently established the Elevare Education Foundation, a charity dedicated to supporting disadvantaged children and families across the region through targeted programmes and practical support. This reflects our wider civic mission and commitment to making a meaningful difference beyond our campuses. With a combined turnover of around £130m and clear ambitions for growth and improvement, this is an organisation that is forward-looking, values expertise and encourages people to contribute ideas and shape the future. There has rarely been a more interesting time to join us. Benefits We offer a highly competitive benefits package, including excellent annual leave and a generous pension through the Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme depending on role. Additional benefits include: Access to an Employee Assistance Programme Cycle to work scheme Annual season ticket loan Access to the Discounts for Teachers portal Free Wi-Fi access in over 10,000 locations worldwide through Eduroam Access to our on-site gym at Bromley campus and discount at other local gyms Discounts in our in-house restaurants and on hair and beauty treatments Equal Opportunities London South East Colleges is fully committed to equality of opportunity and to creating a diverse, inclusive and respectful working environment, free from discrimination and harassment. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of race, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, parental status or marital or partnership status. As a Disability Confident Committed employer, we guarantee an interview to applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the role. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you through the application or interview process, please contact People Services at . In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance, we carry out social media checks on shortlisted candidates to assess suitability for working with children and young people. Our full Safeguarding policy can be found here . Because we work with children and vulnerable adults, all roles are exempt from Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and, where relevant, a Children's and/or Adult's Barred List check. Any offer of employment may be withdrawn if these checks are unsatisfactory. Self-disclosure is required as part of the recruitment process, and failure to disclose relevant information or provide a DBS certificate is likely to result in withdrawal of an offer. Our DBS policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders is available on request. All appointments are also subject to verification of the right to work in the UK, in line with Home Office requirements. Original documentation will be required prior to commencement of employment. , £76,772-£84,699

Award-winning STEM theatre company One Tenth Human is seeking a self-motivated freelancer to take on a pivotal role in a brand-new creative curriculum project in Morecambe Bay. PURPOSE: You will support the One Tenth Human team to deliver a new programme of work funded by the Paul Hamlyn Foundation over the next three years. The programme, Terri's Expanded Universe , will build on the success and learning of our flagship arts-based learning programme Terri and the Time Machine (TTM). TTM has been successfully delivered in 14 primary schools already - find out more at our website. Terri's Expanded Universe will develop deeper relationships with a small pool of Morecambe Bay primary schools, creating and delivering four stand-alone half-term units of arts-based STEM learning, supporting elements of the Key Stage 2 Science curriculum. This is a multi-partner project led by One Tenth Human (OTH), working with several primary schools across Morecambe Bay; the evaluation lead; and the funders, the Paul Hamlyn Foundation. The Schools Project Co-ordinator will co-ordinate all elements of the project, linking the partners and ensuring that the project is successfully delivered and evaluated. A key element of the project is liaising with the school partners and advising the artistic team on primary school curriculum. You'll be a key part of the project development and the lynch pin for administration, communication, and monitoring. You'll work particularly closely with our Artistic Director, Sarah Punshon, and the core artistic team - find out more about us at our website. MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY: Act as the key point of contact between OTH and education & creative partners. Assist the Project Team in developing and managing all elements of the programme, including in-depth involvement in session planning and teacher CPD. Lead on evaluation, working with our external evaluation consultant, gathering data and ensuring reports are submitted to the funder in accordance with agreed deadlines. Develop partnerships with primary schools: initially the project will be delivered with two schools, but with the aim to gradually expand to more schools over the three years of the programme. Help maintain up to date and accurate project budgets. Understand and adhere to all OTH Policies and Procedures. Work with the OTH team to promote the programme through website, newsletters, social media, promotional materials and other activities. Represent OTH at key educational forums in Lancashire and occasionally on a national level. Act as an ambassador and in the best interest of OTH at all times. This is a hybrid role. We are a small company with core team members all working from home except when required for rehearsals or session delivery. As our schools are all in Morecambe Bay, we expect the successful candidate to have a home base within easy travelling distance of Morecambe / Lancaster / Heysham. PERSON SPECIFICATION - essential Experience of teaching within primary schools Experience of managing projects in a creative, cultural, or educational context. Experience of monitoring projects outcomes and stringent evaluation. Experience of managing project budgets. Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure. Ability to work co-operatively as part of a small team. Strong and versatile communication skills, both verbal and written. Excellent interpersonal skills. Self-motivated and enthusiastic, able to work on your own initiative. A good track record for attendance and timekeeping. PERSON SPECIFICATION - desirable Qualified Teacher Status Interest / expertise in STEM outreach and/or Science Lead experience. Experience of successfully engaging children, young people, and/or teaching professionals in a programme of activity through the implementation of engagement and marketing strategies. Experience of partnership work and developing productive networks and networking opportunities, especially within the education sector. Interest in or experience of theatre and/or other arts-based learning projects. Commitment: 1 day or 8 hours per week, term-time only, to be flexibly scheduled in consultation with the team. Fee: £190 per day, to a maximum of £6,840 per year This is a freelance role, you will need to be registered as a freelancer, and take responsibility for your own tax and National Insurance. We expect the work to be done mostly remotely from home base; however some travel to schools will be necessary; all such agreed expenses will be reimbursed by the project. In the first instance this contract is for one year, summer 2026 to summer 2027, however the project is fully funded until summer 2029. Exact start date to be discussed but we would prefer our Coordinator in place in time to join us for a planned teacher CPD session on 8 July 2026.