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Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK As a Room Leader at Busy Bees, you will oversee multiple rooms and ensure that educational strategies are seamlessly integrated across the centre. This is a leadership role where you will inspire your team to achieve the highest standards of care and learning. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you'll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Busy Bees Leicester Bitteswell, rated "Good" by Ofsted, is a vibrant nursery located in Lutterworth, approximately a 30-minute drive from central Leicester. Catering to children from babies to pre-schoolers, the nursery is filled with exciting activities and resources designed to foster development and engagement. Conveniently situated near the borders of Warwickshire and Northamptonshire, Busy Bees Bitteswell is accessible from various areas and offers free parking. Additionally, the nursery features a quiet and relaxing yoga room specifically for the Foundation Class, providing a calming environment for children to enjoy. Busy Bees Benefits Competitive salary Ongoing professional development and career progression Our 'Hive' benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - it's our gift to you! 50% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial support through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices. But wait, there's more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees. Role Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities Lead the planning and execution of age-appropriate activities and curriculum in your room. Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment for children. Foster a high-performing team through supportive leadership and collaboration. Oversee the development and wellbeing of children, ensuring their progress is tracked and communicated with parents. Take on the role of Key Person, ensuring the holistic development and personal care needs of a group of children. Ensure health and safety standards are met, maintaining a clean and secure environment. Required Qualifications: Ideal Candidate: Level 3 qualification or above in early years education. Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory experience an advantage ideally as a Nursery Room Leader, Nursery Room Manager or Nursery Practitioner. Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills. Passionate about fostering children's development and creating positive relationships with families. Make a positive impact on young learners-apply now!

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK As a Room Leader at Busy Bees, you will oversee multiple rooms and ensure that educational strategies are seamlessly integrated across the centre. This is a leadership role where you will inspire your team to achieve the highest standards of care and learning. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you'll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Busy Bees Birmingham St James Road is an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 116, located in the heart of Edgbaston. Housed in a converted building, the nursery offers a wide variety of learning experiences for children, both indoors and outdoors. We have strong connections with the local Children's Centre and nearby schools, and we welcome parents to join in for celebrations like Christmas and Easter, as well as stay and play sessions. The nursery benefits from excellent transport links, being close to Five Ways train station, Edgbaston Village tram stop, and multiple bus routes, all within a 5-minute walk. Busy Bees Benefits Competitive salary Ongoing professional development and career progression Our 'Hive' benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - it's our gift to you! 50% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial support through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices. But wait, there's more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees. Role Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities Lead the planning and execution of age-appropriate activities and curriculum in your room. Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment for children. Foster a high-performing team through supportive leadership and collaboration. Oversee the development and wellbeing of children, ensuring their progress is tracked and communicated with parents. Take on the role of Key Person, ensuring the holistic development and personal care needs of a group of children. Ensure health and safety standards are met, maintaining a clean and secure environment. Required Qualifications: Ideal Candidate: Level 3 qualification or above in early years education. Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory experience an advantage ideally as a Nursery Room Leader, Nursery Room Manager or Nursery Practitioner. Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills. Passionate about fostering children's development and creating positive relationships with families. Make a positive impact on young learners-apply now!

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK 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, this catering assistant role is perfect for you. Whether you're looking to gain hands-on experience or build on your existing knowledge, this position offers the opportunity to thrive and advance in your catering career. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you'll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Busy Bees Chineham in Basingstoke, rated Good by Ofsted, is a purpose-built, single-storey nursery with a capacity of 98 children. Conveniently located with easy access to the M3 and M4 motorways and close to Basingstoke train station, we are just a five-minute walk or a two-minute drive away from Chineham Business Park. Our nursery offers ample parking for staff and visitors, ensuring hassle-free drop-offs and collections. Additionally, there is a bus service linking the town to Chineham village, enhancing accessibility for families. We pride ourselves on providing a nurturing environment that supports each child's growth and development. Busy Bees Benefits Competitive salary Ongoing professional development and career progression Our 'Hive' benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - it's our gift to you! 25% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial support through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) But wait, there's more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees. Ready to embark on your catering journey? Apply now and be a part of our extraordinary team! Role Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities and Expectations for the Level 2 Catering Apprentice: Assist in planning and preparing nutritious meals that meet dietary requirements and adhere to food safety standards. Support the delivery of high-quality catering services, ensuring a positive experience for all customers. Build effective relationships with team members and contribute to a positive kitchen environment. Help maintain cleanliness and organisation in the kitchen and dining areas. Follow food safety and hygiene protocols to ensure the well-being of customers and staff. Work towards achieving the apprenticeship standards set by Busy Bees Education and Training, with the aim of completing your program within the agreed timeframe. Be proactive and eager to learn new skills within the kitchen setting. Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development and improvement. Communicate regularly with your line manager about tasks and progress within the kitchen. As a Level 2 Catering Apprentice, you'll work alongside experienced culinary professionals who will mentor and support you throughout your apprenticeship. You will attend tailored Learning & Development courses that will provide you with essential knowledge and skills for your role. A Development Coach will visit you regularly at the nursery to assess your work, acknowledge your progress, and provide guidance to help you succeed in your apprenticeship.

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK As a Room Leader at Busy Bees, you will oversee multiple rooms and ensure that educational strategies are seamlessly integrated across the centre. This is a leadership role where you will inspire your team to achieve the highest standards of care and learning. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you'll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Join our enthusiastic team at Busy Bees Belper Gibfield Lane, an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 90 children, where we provide a nurturing environment for babies through to preschoolers. Our nursery features a variety of well-equipped rooms designed to cater to each age group's developmental needs, allowing children to grow and learn at their own pace.Conveniently located just a 3-minute drive from Belper town centre and a 25-minute drive from Derby City Centre, our nursery is easily accessible via excellent public transport links. We are an 8-minute walk from Belper train station, and the nearest bus stop at Herbert Strutt School, serving routes 71 and 360, is just a short stroll away. Additionally, the Babington Hospital bus stop is only a 3-minute walk from our location. With free parking available, we offer convenience for parents and staff alike. If you are passionate about early childhood education and want to be part of a supportive community, we would love to welcome you to Busy Bees Belper Gibfield Lane! Busy Bees Benefits Competitive salary Ongoing professional development and career progression Our 'Hive' benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - it's our gift to you! 50% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial support through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices. But wait, there's more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees. Role Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities Lead the planning and execution of age-appropriate activities and curriculum in your room. Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment for children. Foster a high-performing team through supportive leadership and collaboration. Oversee the development and wellbeing of children, ensuring their progress is tracked and communicated with parents. Take on the role of Key Person, ensuring the holistic development and personal care needs of a group of children. Ensure health and safety standards are met, maintaining a clean and secure environment. Required Qualifications: Ideal Candidate: Level 3 qualification or above in early years education. Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory experience an advantage ideally as a Nursery Room Leader, Nursery Room Manager or Nursery Practitioner. Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills. Passionate about fostering children's development and creating positive relationships with families. Make a positive impact on young learners-apply now!

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK As a Room Leader at Busy Bees, you will oversee multiple rooms and ensure that educational strategies are seamlessly integrated across the centre. This is a leadership role where you will inspire your team to achieve the highest standards of care and learning. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you'll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Join our exceptional team at Busy Bees in Cambridge Westwick, an Ofsted-rated Outstanding nursery with a capacity of 131 children. Our unique farm nursery features a Forest School and outdoor learning environment, promoting a holistic approach to education that gives children the best head start in their development. We have excellent links to the guided bus from the city, Huntington, and St Ives, making our location convenient for staff and families alike. We offer free lunch and free parking for our team, along with flexible working days to support a healthy work-life balance. This is a fantastic opportunity to further your career in early childhood education within a nurturing and innovative environment. Busy Bees Benefits Competitive salary Ongoing professional development and career progression Our 'Hive' benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - it's our gift to you! 50% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial support through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices. But wait, there's more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees. Role Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities Lead the planning and execution of age-appropriate activities and curriculum in your room. Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment for children. Foster a high-performing team through supportive leadership and collaboration. Oversee the development and wellbeing of children, ensuring their progress is tracked and communicated with parents. Take on the role of Key Person, ensuring the holistic development and personal care needs of a group of children. Ensure health and safety standards are met, maintaining a clean and secure environment. Required Qualifications: Ideal Candidate: Level 3 qualification or above in early years education. Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory experience an advantage ideally as a Nursery Room Leader, Nursery Room Manager or Nursery Practitioner. Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills. Passionate about fostering children's development and creating positive relationships with families. Make a positive impact on young learners-apply now!

Make your mark at BRE! BRE aims to be the world's leading innovation, science and data hub for the built environment. For more than a century, we have provided government and industry with cutting edge research and testing. Join us to help deliver products, advice, services, standards and qualifications used around the globe to make buildings better for people and the environment. Through science led solutions to urgent challenges, we will build a thriving and sustainable world. Your role at BRE The Certification Project Engineer will manage the full lifecycle of security product approval projects, coordinating testing, evaluation and certification activities in line with relevant standards. The role involves working closely with clients and stakeholders, developing test plans, supporting BRE's approval schemes and contributing to the growth of the security certification portfolio. Responsibilities Manage end to end certification projects for security products, including quoting, planning, scheduling and producing test plans. Oversee delivery of testing, evaluation and certification activities in line with national, international and BRE's own LPS standards. Liaise with specifiers, end users and stakeholders throughout the approval process. Support the development and maintenance of LPS standards and LPCB approval schemes. Contribute to the growth of BRE's security certification business, including participation in industry events and exhibitions. Coordinate project progress to ensure delivery within agreed timescales and budgets. What we are looking for Strong understanding of testing, certification and accreditation processes for security products. Experience working with security technologies, product evaluation and related technical requirements. Knowledge of quality management systems and factory production control, including ISO 9001 and ISO 27001. Proven project management capability with the ability to coordinate multiple technical tasks. Skilled in data analysis and comfortable working with Microsoft Office applications. A proactive and adaptable approach, with the ability to travel as needed and manage certification activities independently. BRE Benefits At BRE, we offer a competitive salary, reviewed annually, along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your financial security, well being, and career development. Financial & Security Benefits Pension scheme - 5% employer matched contribution Life Assurance Life assurance - 4x your basic salary Enhanced maternity package Enhanced maternity package Health & Wellbeing HealthPartners cashback scheme - Reclaim costs on prescriptions, physiotherapy, dental care, and more Onsite facilities Onsite facilities - Restaurant, nursery, and free parking, including at cost EV charging points Career Development Learning & development - Free access to BRE Academy and our online learning platform Professional membership reimbursement For full details on our benefits, visit BRE Employee Benefits (link removed). Work Location Options Hybrid - During the initial period there will be an expectation that the successful candidate will spend a substantial percentage of time with the team and will gradually transition to being able to conduct more work remotely as they develop their knowledge and experience. This will typically be anything from 1 2 times per week in our Watford office. Note to Employment Agencies At BRE, we value the relationships we have built with our preferred recruitment partners. We do not accept unsolicited CVs from employment agencies. Any CVs submitted directly to a BRE employee or hiring manager without a signed BRE Employment Agency Agreement and an active engagement for the specific role will be considered unsolicited. In such cases, no fees will be payable should the candidate be hired through this or any other means. Equal Opportunities Statement BRE is an equal opportunities employer. We assess all qualified applicants based on merit and do not discriminate on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristics.

What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day? Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, we do things with heart and we're passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years. Join Kids Planet Woodside as a Nursery Manager! We're now looking for a Nursery Manager to join our team, someone who's ready to get stuck in, spark imaginations, and help children thrive. Why Kids Planet Woodside? A friendly, well-established team Our team pride themselves on bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26 Ranked UK Best Workplaces for Women 2025 80% Childcare Discount - T&Cs apply What we'll offer our Nursery Manager: An exclusive Nursery Manager Bonus Scheme to reward your leadership and impact. Life Insurance cover and access to a health plan. Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks to fuel your day! Accredited training through our awesome KP Academy and bespoke training platform. Enhanced leave for maternity, paternity, fertility, and adoption because family matters. Wellbeing goodies, staff rewards, and fun events all year round. Long service awards to celebrate your commitment. Take the day off on your birthday, it's all about you! Competitive salary, pension plan and enhanced holiday allowance. Friendly central support team always on hand to help. How you'll make a difference as a Nursery Manager: By managing the day-to-day running of the nursery, ensuring the delivery of high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS, Ofsted requirements, and the nursery's policies and procedures. Through leading, mentoring, and supporting the nursery team, promoting a positive, collaborative, and professional culture while ensuring staff development and performance are maintained to a high standard. By building and maintaining strong, trusting relationships with families and external agencies, supporting each child's development and wellbeing, and ensuring the nursery is always prepared for Ofsted inspections. What a Nursery Manager needs: Must be at least Level 3 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification. Excellent understanding of EYFS. Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children. Senior leadership experience within a nursery setting. In line with legal regulations, you must hold a GCSE (or equivalent) in Maths or gain it within 2 years of starting. Sound like the place for you? Apply today to join Kids Planet Woodside. We are unable to offer any kind of visa sponsorship for this role. We embrace everyone. Our goal is to create a truly inclusive culture and diverse workforce. We break down barriers so you can be your authentic self and flourish! Kids Planet is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role. We expect all staff and volunteers to uphold this commitment, and safeguarding training is a fundamental part of every role. All colleagues are required to complete regular training to ensure they understand and fulfil their responsibilities. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate is mandatory for all positions, and this role will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our safeguarding duties.

Overview School: Kenmore Park Schools Address: Moorhouse Road, Kenton, Harrow, Middlesex, HA3 9JA Website: Site Manager Salary: Scale G08 / Point 29: £39,846.00 (36 hours per week - full time) 7.2 hours per day. Required to take up post by the end of February or early March 2026 at the latest. Hours: Monday to Friday with some weekend working to support school lettings. The Headteachers and Governors are looking to appoint a Site Manager to oversee one site which accommodates two successful schools on the same site. We are looking for someone who really enjoys working with adults & children, has a strong work ethic and enjoys repairing things and takes pride in their work. Experience of this type of work is an advantage. The Site Manager will be proactive and responsible for the maintenance and good working order of the school site and provide an appropriately safe, clean, attractive and secure environment for all. We are two popular schools with a team of staff who are totally committed to the children, their welfare, education and team working. Both school leaders require a committed Site Manager who will take pride in the school site by caring for it and love it as the children, parents, governors and staff already do. Duties will include: To be responsible for all aspects of site management, associated administrative functions and team leadership including a wide range of duties and responsibilities connected with the fabric and grounds of the Responsible for site security, cleanliness, porterage, commissioning & monitoring contracts/contractors, conducting routine maintenance and refurbishment, including minor Advising the School Administrators/Headteachers on improvements to the general school environment, to improve the productivity of site management. Carry out pre-planned maintenance programmes and risk assessments. Leadership responsibilities will include all site staff including cleaning team to ensure high quality of work, clear direction and support in line with H & S. Following all school, health & Safety and LA policies and procedures. Overseeing school lets and the work on community payback onsite through the probation service. Applicants must have experience of site management and line managing a team of people. Excellent IT, verbal and written literacy skills. They must also possess qualifications required for the safe management of a school site such as COSHH certificates & manual handling. Other areas include experience and knowledge of premises health and safety compliance, handyperson skills and where possible including carpentry, plumbing, electrical and decorating skills. Examples of this must be provided at interview. Further training will also be provided on recruitment. About you Kenmore Park Schools are two successful and aspirational four form entry multicultural schools with a neighbouring Children Centre/Family Hub situated on part of the grounds. We offer: A happy and vibrant school site at the heart of the community with outstanding children and facilities Staff who are friendly, positive about their roles and responsibilities aiming to provide a safe and fit for purpose learning environment for our learners. Supportive, hardworking and dedicated school leadership and governors who care passionately about the school and the community A visionary School Leadership Team who aim to provide excellent opportunities for professional development and skills to support them management of a large site. The opportunity to make a real contribution to the life of the school and the lives of our future generation. How to apply For further details and to look around our exciting school, please contact the school office on Kenmore Park Infant and Nursery School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment to the post is subject to an enhanced CRB and background checks, social media checks and references; Closing date: 9 a.m. Monday 5th January 2026. Interviews: Week beginning 19th January 2026 Application form is available to download from the school website: . (non-teaching staff application form) Any enquiries please contact Mrs. Nathwani on . Completed application forms to be emailed to: By 9 am. on 5th January 2025 (Please note we do not accept CVs) An equal opportunities employer.

We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities, neurodiversity and long-term health conditions, and we are committed to ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process. Job Description - Research Culture and Evaluation Manager () Research and Innovation Services (RIS) provides guidance, expert advice and hands on support for all aspects of research and research related work, including securing funding, working with partners, undertaking knowledge exchange, demonstrating impact, commercialising outputs, ensuring good research practice and supporting professional development. The Research Culture team leads on strategic priorities to enhance research culture across our organisation as part of our Research and Engagement Strategy. This includes 'Flourish at Durham', the University's research culture vision, values and actions. As Research Culture and Evaluation Manager you will support the generation, delivery and evaluation of research culture activities across the Flourish at Durham portfolio, enabling colleagues to thrive and flourish. The post-holder will work within the research culture team and in collaboration with other key units such as the Researcher Development team in the Durham Centre for Academic Development (DCAD) and the EDI Team to: Support the development, communication and implementation of the University's new Charter for Researchers alongside the Concordat to Support the Career Development of Researchers; Enable the implementation, data analysis and evaluation of research culture initiatives and actions in academic departments and university research institutes; Work across academic departments and professional services directorates to support the joined up approach to enabling research ambition, with a particular focus on early and mid career research culture development; Embed evaluation into research culture activities across Flourish at Durham; Contribute to both internal and external networks that enable research culture progress and undertake professional development and good practice exchange in research and innovation culture. We believe this role presents an excellent opportunity for candidates to develop a career in research and innovation culture. We welcome applications from individuals with strong transferable skills and experience from different careers and sectors, potentially in organisational change, researcher or research development, or data analysis and evaluation methods. The base location for this role is Boldon House, our exciting new professional serviceshub. Boldon House is situated on the outskirts of Durham near the Arnison Centre in Pity Me. It supports collaborative working and is designed to embrace hybrid working. Working arrangements This role is full time (35 hours/week) but we will consider requests for flexible working arrangements including potential job shares. It is expected that this role will be predominantly face to face on campus. Some scope for hybrid working arrangements in agreement with line manager, but this post will not be fully remote. Working at Durham You'll receive 30 days annual leave per year in addition to 8 public holidays and 4 customary days per year - a total of 42 days per year (the University closes between Christmas and New Year). We offer a generous pension scheme; as a new member of staff you will be automatically enrolled into the University Superannuation Scheme (USS). Parking across campus, a cycle to work scheme, discount with local bus and train companies, and a Tusker Car Benefit Scheme for electric or hybrid vehicles. Comprehensive development courses, apprenticeships and access to qualifications. Health and wellbeing support: discounted membership for state of the art sport and gym facilities and a 24 7 Employee Assistance Programme. On site nursery rated Outstanding by Ofsted and holiday camps for children aged 5 16. Generous maternity and adoption leave policies. Opportunities for volunteering and exclusive discounts via our benefits portal. Salary sacrifice schemes for tax savings on benefits. Relocation support if you are moving to Durham, including assistance with removal costs, house hunting and schools. We cover most visa costs and provide an interest free loan scheme for dependant visas. Durham University is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion Our collective aim is to create an open and inclusive environment where everyone can reach their full potential. We actively work towards providing an environment where staff and students can study, work and live in a supportive and inclusive community. We welcome and encourage applications from members of under represented groups including people with disabilities, women and Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. If you have taken time out of your career, feel it relevant, let us know in your application. Person specification - What you need to demonstrate when you apply Qualifications / Experience A robust understanding, interest in, and passion for research culture. Experience of working within and supporting a team towards a collective endeavour. Educated to degree level (or equivalent experience). Knowledge and expertise in delivery and development of services, events, and activities within an organisation. Experience of implementing policies and procedures, and supporting change and service improvements. Experience of providing specialist advice and guidance to a range of customers and colleagues, including senior colleagues. Experience of maintaining effective relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders. Experience of participating in internal or external networks to share and discuss good practice, develop strong relationships and positively influence the University's reputation. Experience of working in the Higher Education sector. Experience of using evaluation methods and frameworks. Skills / Abilities / Knowledge Excellent spoken and written communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively across teams and with diverse stakeholders, fostering a culture of respect and care. Strong digital competence across a range of digital devices and apps including Microsoft 365. Committed to continuing professional development to maintain professional recognition. Knowledge and experience ensuring compliance with regulatory and organisational policy and guidelines. Ability to solve problems and plan appropriate solutions. How to apply To progress to the assessment stage, candidates must evidence each of the essential criteria in the person specification above. We will consider any desirable criteria at the discretion of the recruiting panel. Submitting your application We prefer to receive applications online. We will update you throughout the selection process via automated emails. Please check spam/junk folders. What you need to submit A CV. A covering letter detailing your experience, strengths and potential, and specifically how you satisfy each essential criterion. Contact details For a chat about the role or any further information please contact: Useful links Find out more about Durham's research culture: Privacy Statement and Notices: