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Assistant Service Manager - Birchington, Kent Full Time Supported Living £27,969 £1,200 complexity enhancement Avenues is more than a workplace - it's a community. A place where people smile, grow, feel valued, and achieve great things together. We're excited to offer a brand-new opportunity for a full-time Assistant Service Manager with experience in a similar social care role, whether that's as an Assistant Manager, Deputy Manager, Supervisor or Team Leader. This is a supported living service in Birchington supporting three brothers with learning disabilities, autism and some behaviours of concern . The service can be challenging so we're looking for someone who can remain calm, compassionate and confident in those moments. Your ability to respond with patience, consistency and a positive, person-centered approach will make a real difference to the lives of the people we support and to the team around you. You'll have a strong background in supporting people with learning disabilities and complex needs, along with confidence in managing budgets and financial information. A solid understanding of sector legislation, regulatory standards and best practice is essential, as is the ability to work closely with the Service Manager to lead a positive, motivated and successful team. You'll recognise the importance of balancing safety with positive risk-taking, and you'll stay up to date with policies and procedures to ensure the highest standards of support. You'll play an active role in recruiting, developing and managing staff fairly and consistently, and you'll help nurture a culture of continuous improvement across the service. Flexibility is important too, as the role includes taking part in a management cover of Rota that may involve both day and night shifts. A general shift could be 7am-2;30pm or 2;30pm-10pm. In addition as a practice lead some weekends are required to be worked. There is also the expectation that you will take part in the on call process While not essential, being a driver with a full UK license is highly desirable, as it supports travel to the service and the use of service vehicles. Benefits you can expect! £27,969 £1200 complexity enhancement High quality training that supports your career development. Paid enhanced DBS check. Flexible working. Shopping discount via Blue Light Card and The Benefits website. Paid annual leave (pro rata). Contributory pension scheme with life assurance. Free and confidential 24/7 access to a health portal, counselling and support. Recommend a Friend scheme - earn up to £500. As part of our commitment to the "Disability Confident Scheme", candidates who declare a disability, and meet the key criteria for this role, will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at interview stage. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found or experiencing a high volume of applications.

This role is based at Dorking, Leatherhead or Bookham Library. The salary for this role is 12.42 per hour for working 5 hours hours per week at Dorking or Leatherhead Libraries, or 6 hours per week at Bookham Library (Saturdays). The full-time equivalent salary is 23,322 per annum. We are looking for enthusiastic and self-motivated Weekend Library Assistants to join our dedicated teams at either Dorking, Leatherhead or Bookham Library which together form the Dorking Group. You will be based at your chosen Library, but you will also be required to work at the other libraries in this Group. Libraries are spaces for social interaction, learning and cultural experiences. Acting as an economic enabler providing support for local communities and businesses. Surrey's libraries offer vital services to all members of their communities. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service (pro rata for part time staff) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About the Team Surrey Libraries hold a unique place in our communities. They provide universal access through a programme of reading, learning digital, health and wellbeing activities. Our vision is for our libraries to become hubs of the community that all are proud of. With excellent customer service at its heart, we need people who share this passion to become more successful. About the Role There is something for everyone at Surrey's libraries and the same day never happens twice. The library is many different things to many different people. Curious readers come looking for their next adventure. Students meet to revise for their exams. Families gather for Storytime and Rhymetime. Special interest groups share their passions and older people access resources and secure their bus pass. Weekend Assistants greet each person with a positive attitude and resilient approach to any request. Customer service is at the forefront of the library service. They are busy, lively places to work, requiring flexibility, creativity, and initiative. This could mean helping someone with a reading recommendation, thinking up new themes for book displays, planning events or assisting people with information and virtual services. Maintaining, presenting, and processing book stock is also a major part of the role. The role may include leading craft events, Rhymetime and Storytime sessions, and assisting with other activities directed at both children and adults. From time to time there will be a need for lone working or single staffing at this and other libraries in the area. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following criteria and align with our behaviours: Proven experience in providing or receiving excellent customer service. Evidence of observing or contributing to a community service that made a positive impact. Creative ideas for attracting more people to our libraries, aligned with the Surrey Way framework. To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 4 questions. Please highlight your strengths and any transferable skills or experience: What has motivated you to apply for the Surrey Library Service? (150 words) Can you please provide an example when you either provided, or received, excellent customer service? (150 words) Our libraries are a vital community resource. Describe an instance where you observed or contributed to a community service making a positive impact. (150 words) Can you name 3 things you would do to attract more people to our libraries and what skills you have to help with this? (150 words) If shortlisted for interview, you will be sent interview questions in advance and you will be asked to read a short story. Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 22/02/2026 with interviews planned for week commencing 02/03/2026. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Please see more information on our website. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

Roborough House- Plymouth, Devon- PL6 7BQ Domestic Assistant 21 hours per Week About the role: If you are a highly motivated individual who is able to work independently and as part of a team, and you have the required skills and experience, we would love to hear from you. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly and supportive team in a rewarding role. If you meet the requirements set out in the person specification below and are passionate about delivering high-quality Housekeeping support, please do not hesitate to apply. Key Criteria and Skills: Knowledge of COSHHKnowledge of Electrical cleaning equipmentUnderstanding and demonstration of personal hygieneGood Basic Literacy skillsGood communication skillsTeam workerAble to use own initiativePositive approachAbility to assist service users with daily living skillsAbility to understand and maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the serviceComfortable and confident to engage with service users, their families, carers and other professionalsExperience in a Domestic and Housekeeping role or environmentAbility to work weekends and flexibility to cover shifts at times to cover for periods of annual leave or sickness. General Duties and Responsibilities (not exhaustive): General cleaning of units across the service and working within the Laundry.Cleaning service users' rooms and communal areas.Mopping, sweeping, dusting, hoovering, carpet cleaning.Washing, drying, ironing and folding clothing and bed linens and putting these into service user bedrooms.Completion of documentation in relation to cleaning and occasional care related documentation if you have had significant interactions with service users.Stocking up communal areas.Receiving and storing away of Housekeeping deliveries. Benefits: We offer competitive rates of pay, along with an impressive benefits package including an employee assistance helpline, flexible additional holiday purchase scheme, childcare vouchers, stakeholder pension scheme and much more! Health and Safety: As an employee of CareTech Community Services Ltd, the post holder has a duty under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, to: Take reasonable care of the health and safety of themselves and all other persons who may be affected by their acts or omissions at work. Co-operate with their employer to ensure compliance with Health and Safety legislation and the Health and Safety policies and procedures of the organisation, not intentionally or recklessly interfere with, or misuse, anything provided in the interests of health, safety, or welfare, in pursuance of any of the relevant statutory provisions. Data Protection: The post holder must at all times respect the confidentiality of information in line with the requirements of the Data Protection Act. This includes, if required to do so, obtain, process and/or use information held on a computer in a fair and lawful way, to hold data only for the specified registered purposes and to use or disclose data only to authorised persons or organisations as instructed. This list of duties and responsibilities is by not exhaustive and the post holder may be required to undertake other relevant and appropriate duties as reasonably required. This job description is subject to regular review and appropriate modification. Due to the nature of the role, we will pay for you to complete an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, prior to starting with us. Some of our roles require male or female employees only, where this is indicated it is a genuine occupational requirement, in accordance with the Equality Act 2010. CareTech Community Services are proud to advise that they are a Disability Confident Leader.

Wells Cathedral is on an exciting journey. We have embarked on an ambitious ten-year plan. We are on a mission to become the UK s most joyful cathedral, and we want to have a genuinely positive impact on individual lives, on the City of Wells, the County of Somerset and far beyond. We are carefully conserving our stunning world-class, 850-year-old heritage site, and we remain committed to being a beacon of light and hope, a sacred space of prayer and a place of wonder now and for generations to come. We also want to elevate our brand and grow our visitor numbers. We are investing in making our visitor experience even better, for everyone. We want to ensure Wells Cathedral is known as one of the UK s top must see tourism attractions, and we want to reach and engage a much wider range of people. And as part of that mission, we are now investing in growing our Marketing & Communications Team. Wells Cathedral s Marketing & Communications Team delivers direction and support across all areas of Cathedral life, including visitor experience, fundraising, worship and music, events, venue hire, library and archives, as well as our Cathedral Shop and Loft Café. The Team covers the full scope of marketing and communications activities, including researching and identifying target audiences, designing strategic marketing plans, generating earned media exposure through PR activity, developing and implementing brand identity, and delivering integrated campaign creative across social, digital, print, broadcast and OOH channels. Reporting the Director of Marketing & Communications, the Marketing & Communications Assistant will play a significant role in supporting the delivery of all of this, effectively and efficiently, across the organisation. This is a truly unique early career opportunity for an ambitious marketer looking to gain hands-on experience across a wide range of disciplines. Key Responsibilities: - Supporting efficient workflow by responding to incoming requests and scheduling projects - Enhancing online customer experience and engagement by providing real-time responses to social media DMs, comments and reviews - Timely display and removal of onsite promotional and information banners, posters, flyers and POS material - Assisting the Director of Marketing & Communications, Head of Filming and Content Creator during film crew, photographer, influencer and media visits - Assisting the Director of Marketing & Communications in strategic marketing campaign planning - Actively participating in team meetings both within Marketing & Communications, and with stakeholders across the organisation - Supporting the Content Creator in capturing photographic and video content at services, events and activities, as required - Assisting the Design and Digital Services Executive in the production of on-brand artwork for corporate literature, signage and point-of-sale material - Ensuring website content is always up-to-date - Capturing marketing performance data to create KPI dashboards and inform campaign strategies Person specification Criteria Essential A clear and demonstrable interest in marketing and communications, with ambition to progress within this field Excellent written communication skills and a confident proof-reader A professional approach to both internal and external communication An eye for audience-appropriate graphic communication, including typography and photography within brand guidelines A specific interest in working within the arts, culture and heritage sector An understanding of online data analysis for monitoring and informing marketing A confident and collaborative team player, able to work with direction An energetic and enthusiastic creative thinker Ability to meet deadlines and remain calm under pressure Able and willing to attend occasional evening and weekend events as required Demonstrable commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults Desirable A marketing-related qualification at degree or diploma level A good working knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications, including Word, Excel and Powerpoint Demonstrable experience of using Adobe Creative Cloud applications such as InDesign, Photoshop and Acrobat Demonstrable experience and/or knowledge of any of the following subjects: Christianity, Tourism, History, Music, Live Events, Hospitality, Retail A confident verbal communicator An understanding of marketing campaign strategies Main Terms and Conditions Employment status: Permanent contract of employment Location: Wells Cathedral Offices, Wells, BA5 2RB Hours of work: full-time, 35 working hours per week (Monday to Friday). Flexible working will be considered. Remuneration: £25,000 per annum, payable on the 24th of the month or the nearest working day thereto Discount: A discount of 10% is available from the Cathedral Shop and The Loft Café. Parking: Limited parking is available in the Cathedral car park. Cars are parked at the risk of the owner. Pension: Defined Contribution Scheme. Contributions as % of salary: Age Employee Employer 4% 8% Expenses: All reasonable working expenses will be met in line with Cathedral policy. Holiday (inclusive of bank holidays): 6.8 weeks per holiday year. The holiday year runs from 1 January to 31 December. Probation: This post will be subject to a probationary period of 6 months. How to Apply To apply, please fill in the Application Form and Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form available on the Vacancies section of Wells Cathedral's website and return them to the HR Manager. Closing date: 9am Friday 20 February 2026 Shortlisting date: Monday 23 February 2026 To ensure the fairness of the selection process, shortlisting will be based upon the information which you provide in your application and assumptions will not be made about your experience or skills. We will look for demonstrable evidence that you meet the criteria set out in the Person Specification. Information provided on the Application Form will be viewed by HR, the recruiting manager, and interview panel. All applicants will be notified of the outcome of the shortlisting process. Interview date: Wednesday 4 March 2026 Further details about the selection process will be provided to shortlisted candidates. The appointment will be subject to the completion of pre-employment checks, including references and a satisfactory basic DBS check. Safeguarding We are committed to the safeguarding and protection of all children, young people, and adults, and the care and nurture of children within church communities. We will carefully select, train, and support all those with any responsibility within the Church, in line with Safer Recruitment principles. This means that we will: Ensure that our recruitment and selection processes are inclusive, fair, consistent, and transparent; Take all reasonable steps to prevent those who might harm children or adults from taking up positions of respect, responsibility, or authority where they are trusted by others; and Adhere to Safer Recruitment legislation, guidance, and standards. The successful candidate will be required to complete a Declaration of Suitability as part of our recruitment process when an offer of employment is made. This form is strictly confidential and, except under compulsion of law, will be seen only by those involved in the recruitment process. All forms will be kept securely in compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation and the Data Protection Act 2018.

Assistant Care Coordinator Nottingham, NG15 £24,000 Monday Friday 9am 5pm + On call duties 1-6 weekends Looking for someone to start as soon as possible Purpose This role is ideal for someone with a care background who wants to progress into a office based role/ The Assistant Care Coordinator position is designed to connect hands on care experience with organisational and support responsibilities. This role lets you step back from direct care while remaining an active part of the care field, applying your frontline knowledge to assist with planning, coordination and ensuring quality support for both staff and clients. Job duties Support the Branch Manager and Field Care Manager in building and maintaining client care packages Handle initial client queries, gather information and share details with managers Assist with recruitment processes, including placing adverts, screening candidates and interviewing healthcare assistants Help resource and set up new care packages, ensuring smooth communication between staff, clients and managers Shadow client visits and, over time, independently attend meetings to discuss care package needs and issues Support day to day running of care packages, including rota planning, covering absences and resolving staff or client issues. Maintain strong communication with clients, social workers and case managers to promote services and build relationships Support quality assurance by sending out staff assignment reports and client questionnaires Carry out supervision meetings and job chats for field staff Regularly contact staff to maintain positive relationships, check availability and update records in the Aspire system Ensure client and staff files comply with CQC, NHS, and other regulatory standards Support with complaint management, including gathering evidence and taking minutes during meetings Provide business reports for your assigned area and work towards set KPIs, targets and objectives Uphold company policies, procedures, and industry best practices, including CQC regulations and health & safety requirements Key Skills Strong people management skills Excellent communication and client relationship skills Organised, reliable and proactive problem-solver Self-motivated with strong leadership qualities Customer focused with a professional, can-do attitude Ability to adapt to changing practices and environments. Company benefits Pension contribution 28 Days holiday including bank holiday + day off for birthday Recognition yearly awards Yearly bonus based on performance Use of company car if available

Assistant Branch Manager Bridgwater Salary: £29,000 + bonus Hours: Monday Friday, 7:30am 4:30pm (40 hours) Location: Showground Business Park, Bridgwater, Somerset About the role We are looking for a proactive and customer-focused Assistant Branch Manager to join a busy trade branch in Bridgwater. Working closely with the Branch Manager, you ll support the day-to-day running of the trade counter and warehouse, helping to deliver excellent customer service, maintain high operational standards, and drive branch performance. This is a hands-on role within a small, close-knit team of three, ideal for someone who enjoys being customer-facing and is ready to take the next step in their career. There is genuine progression available , with the previous Assistant Manager having recently been promoted into the Branch Manager role. Key responsibilities Support the Branch Manager in the daily operation of the branch Deliver a high level of customer service at the trade counter Maintain standards across the trade counter and warehouse Ensure health & safety compliance across the site Lead by example within a small team environment Assist in achieving branch performance and sales targets Provide cover for the Branch Manager when required Complete administrative tasks, audits, reporting and sales activity About you Previous experience in a customer-facing environment Comfortable working in a small team and covering operational duties Proactive, motivated and confident dealing with customers Willing and able to step up and support branch leadership when required Desirable: Trade counter experience (e.g. Screwfix, B&Q, Homebase or similar) What s on offer Salary of £29,000 per annum Bonus scheme 24 days holiday + bank holidays Monday to Friday working no weekends Clear career progression opportunities

As a Senior Residential Services Officer, you'll work alongside another Senior Residential Officer to provide leadership support to our friendly and supportive care team. Upton Grey Close is a long stay CQC registered residential home for adults with learning disabilities. We welcome visits to Upton Grey Close if you would like a tour around the facilities before applying, please don't hesitate to get in touch to arrange this. What you'll do: Support the Registered Manager, ensuring high-quality service delivery, deputising as required. Contribute ideas to enable the smooth running of the home. Work with individuals with diverse physical, mental, social, and emotional needs. Use a person-centred approach to focus on strengths and promote independence. Tailor support to each individual's needs. Assist with eating and drinking, medication, personal care, and communication. Ensure compliance with CQC and Care standards, following internal policies and practices. What we're looking for: Successful track record working in a social care setting with a good understanding of relevant Social Care regulations. Confidence to lead, support and motivate others. Strong team player, mentoring others to deliver high standards of care. Excellent communication, collaboration and relationship building skills. Positive role-model of our core values, demonstrating patience, empathy and compassion. Why join us? Comprehensive induction programme, enabling you to do a first-class job as a Senior Residential Services Officer. Commitment to your personal development. We can support you to undertake a QCF Diploma Level 5 in Leadership for Health and Social Care (Adults). Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. Competitive benefits package, including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. As this is a 24/7 service, you'll be required to work a shift pattern to respond to the demands of the service. Your working pattern will include working every other weekend and a variety of shifts including early, late, sleep-in shifts and bank holidays for which enhancements will be paid in line with the HCC salary policy. To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details. Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date. Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying. Other roles you may have experience of could include: Senior Support Worker, Senior Care Assistant, Senior Care Worker, Senior Health Care Assistant, Senior Carer, Senior Residential Support Worker, Senior Support Worker, Therapeutic Support Worker, Life Skills Coordinator, Wellbeing Coordinator, Positive Behaviour Support Worker, Wellbeing and Community Support, House Parent, Night Support Worker, Night Carer, Night Care Assistant, Community Care Assistant and Personal Care Giver.

Within our older adults' homes, we aim to create a warm and welcoming environment where our Nurses can deliver the exceptional care our residents deserve. What you'll do: Deliver outstanding nursing care: Be responsible for the whole patient experience, including clinical diagnosis and treatment, and provide the highest quality, holistic and person-centred care to our residents. Build relationships: Develop positive connections with our residents, families, and carers and involve them in care planning, monitoring, and evaluating services. Collaborate with a supportive team: Work with a well-resourced multi-disciplinary team, receive full support in your role, and mentor, support, educate and supervise other team members. What we're looking for: Qualified Nurse with current NMC registration. Clinical experience: Knowledge and understanding of elderly care, with previous experience in a health or social care setting. Passion and dedication: A genuine desire and motivation to help others and make a positive difference to their lives. Resilience and flexibility: Ability to work effectively under pressure, adapting positively to changing situations and demands. Empathy and compassion: Shows empathy and understanding of the needs of older people to build trust and provide support. Why join us? Rewarding Work: Make a real difference in the lives of our residents and know that you can help improve the quality of life of others and make a lasting impact on the lives of those you care for. Supportive Environment: Work in a friendly and collaborative team who feel proud of the work they do to support people in our community. Professional Growth: We invest in your future. With ongoing development opportunities, you'll have the chance to enhance your skills and advance your career in the care sector. Competitive Benefits Package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details. This role involves working nights and some weekend and bank holidays working, for which enhancements are paid in line with the HCC salary policy. Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying. Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date. Other roles you may have experience of may include: RGN, RMN, RCN, Registered Nurse, Nursing Assistant, Nurse Practitioner.

This is a permanent, full-time role from September 2026 Closing date: Wednesday 4th February 2026 Start date: 1st September 2026 The School reserves the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Boarding is central to life at The Purcell School and Houseparents play a vital role in the wellbeing of our students, taking full responsibility for their welfare during term time. This full-time role takes senior managerial responsibility for the whole boarding experience including NMS compliance; the leadership, management and professional development of Houseparents and Boarding Staff; the induction of students; oversight of wellbeing provision within boarding; oversight of the boarding activities and the management of student behaviour 'out-of-hours'. Our students are hugely gifted and lead extremely demanding lives balancing academic and musical life, so it is vital that they receive outstanding care in their Houses, feel well supported and truly feel that we are their 'home from home'. School must be somewhere they live, rather than somewhere they simply stay. If you understand the distinction, this position could be for you! The Director of Boarding needs to have a clear vision for the boarding experience and will be supported to achieve it. The School has three boarding houses: Avison (Co-Ed, Years 7-9); Sunley (Girls, Years 10 -13) and Ellington (Boys, Year 10-13; Girls Years 12-13) and these are staffed by three resident Houseparents, Assistant Houseparents, Day Staff and a team of Resident Graduate Assistants. The Director of Boarding is a member of the School's SLT (Senior Leadership Team) and, as such, will devise policy and advise the Principal on best practice, resources and the appointment of boarding staff. Hours of work will vary according to need but on site presence will be required during "boarding time" (i.e. evenings and weekends) to ensure support for Houseparents, students and parents. In brief, it is envisaged that the operational and residential running of the School will be 'handed over' to the Director of Boarding during these times. The Director of Boarding will be supported by the Vice-Principal and Principal. This is a non-teaching post. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of boarding at one of the world's most celebrated schools. The School is committed to ensuring that students are safe, happy and healthy at all times, and this role is pivotal in ensuring we meet that aspiration. The role is demanding and challenging during term time and will require significant personal resilience. SLT members need to be able to deal effectively with the unexpected whenever it occurs (across a range of issues) and need to understand that we work whatever hours are necessary to "get the job done" during term time. Good decision-making under pressure is essential. If you are energetic, ambitious and creative; if you are an experienced boarding and/or pastoral practitioner who genuinely enjoys the company of young people and who would relish the challenge of an SLT level role, this would be a fantastic opportunity for you! TERMS AND CONDITIONS This is a full-time post. The salary will be based on the School's salary scale, according to the successful candidate's experience, with a contributory pension scheme. This is a residential position and the postholder will be required to live on site during term-time. A three bedroom house will be made available free of any rent or utility charges. Meals are available and free of charge in the School dining hall during term-time. There is a sixth month probationary period. This post is subject to regular appraisal. HOW TO APPLY If you wish to apply, please complete the School's Application Form (available on our website) and send it with a supporting Personal Statement to the Principal as soon as possible. Please do not send a separate curriculum vitae. Personal statements should outline your experience and evidence your achievements. If you have a specific area of specialism or industry experience, please demonstrate how this enables you to contribute to an outstanding student experience. Interviews will explore pastoral experience, the ability to relate appropriately to students and a willingness to contribute to the whole School community. Candidates will be required to bring evidence of identity and qualifications to the interview. Potential applicants are offered the opportunity to have an informal telephone conversation with the Principal in advance of making an application during which they may ask questions about the post, the priorities of the school and the wider terms and conditions. Please contact to arrange a call. The Purcell School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. JOB TITLE: Director of Boarding Reporting to the Principal This job specification sets out the duties of the post at the time of drafting. Specific responsibilities are as follows: FOR THE ROLE To provide strategic and managerial oversight of boarding and to safeguard the welfare of boarders To advise the Principal on all matters relating to boarding, compliance and the student experience To be aware of and comply with current health and safety, safeguarding and child protection legislation and procedures, and to uphold the school's policy on child protection and ensure the School meets all obligations in this regard To rigorously ensure the School complies with its obligations outlined in the National Minimum Standards, Independent Schools Regulations and other applicable legislation To lead and manage Houseparents, including their professional development and ensure outstanding standards of care To chair weekly Houseparent and pastoral meetings To attend fortnightly SLT meetings (and others, as necessary) To facilitate a boarding culture which enables every boarder to develop their full potential, academically, musically and socially, and to promote their personal development, including leadership, consideration for others and courtesy To ensure that boarding staff, parents and students understand the aims and objectives of boarding and the principles on which community life in the House is based To ensure Houseparents keep good order and ensure a high standard of discipline within their House, according to the School's behaviour policy and support them with difficulties as the need arises To liaise as necessary with other members of staff, tutors, parents and guardians on matters relating to the welfare of boarding students To oversee and manage efficiently the staffing, organisation and resources of the boarding provision ensuring that appropriate adult supervision is provided at all times when students are in residence To support the smooth-running of the house by supporting staff with advice and guidance 'out-of-hours' To hold the on-call Boarding Phone and be available to provide advice, guidance and reassurance To be in residence for 48 hours prior to and after the end of each term to assist with the preparation and closing of the boarding house To participate in School Inset meetings To assist at whole school events