Senior Research Assistant Salary: £36,540 - £45,350 per annum depending on qualifications and experience Contract: 72 months, full time Location: John Innes Centre, Norwich, UK Closing date: 12th March 2026 Reference: About the John Innes Centre The John Innes Centre is an independent, international centre of excellence in plant and microbial genetics, carrying out fundamental and strategic research, training scientists and making our findings available to society. We pride ourselves on being a welcoming and inclusive working environment for all, and we hold a prestigious Athena SWAN Gold award, are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, and a Disability Confident employer. About the Whitewoods Group The Whitewoods lab investigates how plants pattern their internal leaf structure, primarily using Arabidopsis thaliana as a model system. They investigate how leaves form air spaces between cells, how photosynthetic cells acquire their identities, and how changes in light level modify these developmental processes to tune leaf structure to the environment. The Role In this role you will be responsible for the day to day operational effectiveness of the group's research, as well as designing and performing experiments and analysing data. A key part of this role is performing mutant screens and organising mutant populations to identify and catalogue novel mutants. It therefore requires excellent attention to detail. The Ideal Candidate Candidates must have a background in plant science; a PhD in developmental biology or related fields is highly advantageous. Expertise in care and management of Arabidopsis thaliana is necessary, as is experience with performing EMS mutagenesis and organising a forward genetic screen. Experience with molecular biology, confocal microscopy and histology are also preferred, alongside a willingness and ability to learn and work with new methodologies and different species. The successful applicant will be a strong team player, highly solution oriented, self motivated, with excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to work independently and collaboratively, and outstanding record keeping. Experience supervising students and teaching experimental techniques is strongly preferred. Responsibilities Enhance the output of a research group by executing and refining existing experimental protocols and/or administrative procedures, assisting colleagues with troubleshooting as necessary Run key items of equipment providing services and/or techniques, taking responsibility for purchases, maintenance and repairs Undertake routine administrative tasks, such as maintenance of laboratory supplies and stocks Mentor/supervise less experienced researchers, encouraging scientific excellence and providing guidance and training on specialised items of equipment Plan, perform, troubleshoot and analyse experiments as and when necessary, providing preliminary data Design and supervise small research projects for students Ensure research and record keeping is carried out in accordance with good practice, scientific integrity and compliance with local policies and any legal requirements Assist in the preparation of research proposals and manuscripts, collaborating internally and externally as appropriate Contribute to the smooth running of the group, including through the effective use of resources, supervision of visitors to the laboratory and assisting with training others, encouraging scientific excellence Disseminate research findings and establish reputation through participation in national conferences and exhibitions Support the profile and reputation of the Institute by participating in relevant engagement activities (e.g. school visits or open days) Continually strive for excellence, seeking out and acting on feedback and relevant learning and development opportunities As agreed with the line manager, any other duties commensurate with the nature of the post, for example, contributing to the work of Institute committees Education & Qualifications BSc or equivalent in Biology - essential PhD or equivalent in Developmental Biology - desirable Specialist Knowledge & Skills Expertise in plant genetics - essential Confocal microscopy - essential Vibratome sectioning - essential Experience of oral research presentations - essential Demonstrated ability to perform research - essential Experience in plant genetics, molecular biology and confocal microscopy - essential Scientific techniques, specialisms, technical knowledge etc - essential Preparing data/information for grant proposals - desirable Supervision of students and visiting workers - desirable Proven record in scientific writing - desirable Provided technical training - desirable Interpersonal & Communication Skills Good interpersonal skills, with the ability to work as part of a team - essential Demonstrated ability to work independently, using initiative and applying problem solving skills - essential Excellent time management and organisational skills - essential Ability to prioritise to meet the demands of the group - essential Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, including the ability to present complex information with clarity - essential Ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders - essential Ability to follow instructions/Standard Operating Procedures - essential Promotes and strives for continuous improvement - essential Additional Requirements Promotes equality and values diversity - essential Attention to detail - essential Willingness to embrace the expected values and behaviours of all staff at the Institute, ensuring it is a great place to work - essential Ability to present a positive image of self and the Institute, promoting both the international reputation and public engagement aims of the Institute - essential Ability to maintain confidentiality and security of information where appropriate - essential Willingness to work outside standard working hours when required - essential Ability to undertake occasional travel (national and international) related to collaborations and/or seminars - essential Medical and Employment Notes We are an equal opportunities employer, actively supporting inclusivity and diversity. As a Disability Confident organisation, we guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for this vacancy. We hold a prestigious Gold Athena SWAN award and are a Stonewall Diversity Champion. The Institute is a registered charity (No. 223852) grant aided by the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council.
Mar 17, 2026
Full time
Senior Research Assistant Salary: £36,540 - £45,350 per annum depending on qualifications and experience Contract: 72 months, full time Location: John Innes Centre, Norwich, UK Closing date: 12th March 2026 Reference: About the John Innes Centre The John Innes Centre is an independent, international centre of excellence in plant and microbial genetics, carrying out fundamental and strategic research, training scientists and making our findings available to society. We pride ourselves on being a welcoming and inclusive working environment for all, and we hold a prestigious Athena SWAN Gold award, are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, and a Disability Confident employer. About the Whitewoods Group The Whitewoods lab investigates how plants pattern their internal leaf structure, primarily using Arabidopsis thaliana as a model system. They investigate how leaves form air spaces between cells, how photosynthetic cells acquire their identities, and how changes in light level modify these developmental processes to tune leaf structure to the environment. The Role In this role you will be responsible for the day to day operational effectiveness of the group's research, as well as designing and performing experiments and analysing data. A key part of this role is performing mutant screens and organising mutant populations to identify and catalogue novel mutants. It therefore requires excellent attention to detail. The Ideal Candidate Candidates must have a background in plant science; a PhD in developmental biology or related fields is highly advantageous. Expertise in care and management of Arabidopsis thaliana is necessary, as is experience with performing EMS mutagenesis and organising a forward genetic screen. Experience with molecular biology, confocal microscopy and histology are also preferred, alongside a willingness and ability to learn and work with new methodologies and different species. The successful applicant will be a strong team player, highly solution oriented, self motivated, with excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to work independently and collaboratively, and outstanding record keeping. Experience supervising students and teaching experimental techniques is strongly preferred. Responsibilities Enhance the output of a research group by executing and refining existing experimental protocols and/or administrative procedures, assisting colleagues with troubleshooting as necessary Run key items of equipment providing services and/or techniques, taking responsibility for purchases, maintenance and repairs Undertake routine administrative tasks, such as maintenance of laboratory supplies and stocks Mentor/supervise less experienced researchers, encouraging scientific excellence and providing guidance and training on specialised items of equipment Plan, perform, troubleshoot and analyse experiments as and when necessary, providing preliminary data Design and supervise small research projects for students Ensure research and record keeping is carried out in accordance with good practice, scientific integrity and compliance with local policies and any legal requirements Assist in the preparation of research proposals and manuscripts, collaborating internally and externally as appropriate Contribute to the smooth running of the group, including through the effective use of resources, supervision of visitors to the laboratory and assisting with training others, encouraging scientific excellence Disseminate research findings and establish reputation through participation in national conferences and exhibitions Support the profile and reputation of the Institute by participating in relevant engagement activities (e.g. school visits or open days) Continually strive for excellence, seeking out and acting on feedback and relevant learning and development opportunities As agreed with the line manager, any other duties commensurate with the nature of the post, for example, contributing to the work of Institute committees Education & Qualifications BSc or equivalent in Biology - essential PhD or equivalent in Developmental Biology - desirable Specialist Knowledge & Skills Expertise in plant genetics - essential Confocal microscopy - essential Vibratome sectioning - essential Experience of oral research presentations - essential Demonstrated ability to perform research - essential Experience in plant genetics, molecular biology and confocal microscopy - essential Scientific techniques, specialisms, technical knowledge etc - essential Preparing data/information for grant proposals - desirable Supervision of students and visiting workers - desirable Proven record in scientific writing - desirable Provided technical training - desirable Interpersonal & Communication Skills Good interpersonal skills, with the ability to work as part of a team - essential Demonstrated ability to work independently, using initiative and applying problem solving skills - essential Excellent time management and organisational skills - essential Ability to prioritise to meet the demands of the group - essential Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, including the ability to present complex information with clarity - essential Ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders - essential Ability to follow instructions/Standard Operating Procedures - essential Promotes and strives for continuous improvement - essential Additional Requirements Promotes equality and values diversity - essential Attention to detail - essential Willingness to embrace the expected values and behaviours of all staff at the Institute, ensuring it is a great place to work - essential Ability to present a positive image of self and the Institute, promoting both the international reputation and public engagement aims of the Institute - essential Ability to maintain confidentiality and security of information where appropriate - essential Willingness to work outside standard working hours when required - essential Ability to undertake occasional travel (national and international) related to collaborations and/or seminars - essential Medical and Employment Notes We are an equal opportunities employer, actively supporting inclusivity and diversity. As a Disability Confident organisation, we guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for this vacancy. We hold a prestigious Gold Athena SWAN award and are a Stonewall Diversity Champion. The Institute is a registered charity (No. 223852) grant aided by the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council.
JOB DESCRIBTION Job title : Executive Assistant to the CEO Contract : Part time, 3 days. Flexibility regarding working pattern: hours could be worked across 3 or 4 days in the week. Permanent contract. Salary : £17, 398 pro rata (£29,000 full time equivalent) Manager : Gestalt Centre CEO Location : Hybrid working. In-person at London Kings Cross and remotely. ABOUT US: THE GESTALT CENTRE We are the Gestalt Centre, an established therapy not-for-profit organisation, supporting the mental and psychological well-being of individuals, groups, and organisations. We are a dynamic charity that runs, accommodates, and supports a number of counselling, psychotherapy, personal and professional development courses, and a range of therapeutic practices that enhance mental and psychological wellbeing. As Gestalt Centre, our relationship with people who work for the centre starts from a place of trust. We see our structure as an organisational shape that we use to organise ourselves. What matters for us is how we all work together. We prioritise collaboration and horizontal consultative decision making with individual and collective responsibility and accountability. OUR VISION is a world were meaningful and fulfilling relationships lead to wellbeing and positive change in people s lives. OUR PURPOSE is to promote the mental and psychological well-being of individuals, groups and organisations through Gestalt education, training and practice. Gestalt is a life-changing approach to life, counselling, and psychotherapy. It enables people to develop meaningful relationships, navigate change and lead fulfilling lives by creatively utilising their own resources, skills and strengths. OUR VALUES IN PRACTICE Diversity, equality, inclusion and anti-discrimination : We value equity and inclusion and welcome diversity and difference in backgrounds, identities, cultures, and voices. We also commit to anti-discriminatory action and encourage personal and collective awareness, reflection, and learning. It is integral to who we are and how we work and study together. Kindness and respect for each other and the space we cohabit . Our relationship with people who work, learn and access therapy at the centre starts from a place of respect and kindness. This way we create a space where we can show up, work, and learn authentically and meaningfully. Feel seen, heard, and included. Collaboration and mutuality : We work and study together, collaboratively and with respect and appreciation for each other. Every person matters and so does the collective. Community, awareness, and personal responsibility : We are a community of staff, students, practitioners, and clients; working, studying, and accessing therapy at the centre. Individually and collectively, we are responsible for our presence and behaviour. Also responsible for our community and the space we inhabit. ABOUT THE JOB Job Purpose We are looking for an exemplary people-oriented administrator to provide administrative support to the Gestalt Centre CEO and the workstreams she manages. An important role in the organisation, working with senior leadership and across teams, in a welcoming and supportive environment with opportunities to learn and grow on the job. Areas of work and responsibility Administrative Support to the Gestalt Centre CEO Coordinate and support projects and workstreams the CEO leads on: Operations, Communications and Marketing, Short Courses and Post Graduate Qualifications, HR, Finance, Policies, Fundraising and Health & Safety. Liaise with the CEO and the leadership team to update the organisational plan and workstream plans, also keep track of relevant priority actions and progress. Provide administrative support for governance processes such as the Annual Financial Audit, Trustee Board meetings, the Charity Commission and Companies House submissions. Provide administrative support to the organising and running fundraising activities and events. Administrative support and coordination for the annual planning of Short Courses and Post Graduate Qualifications programmes. Organise, provide administrative support, and attend as appropriate, weekly operational meetings, monthly Executive meetings, and other project meetings, led by the CEO. Prepare meetings set up, information and any required papers in advance. Organise dates, taking and sending out minutes and coordinate follow-up actions ensuring progress and completion. Liaise with the CEO to prepare, format, edit and update reports and policies for internal and external audiences to a high standard. Provide a professional first point of contact for the CEO and as required liaise with her and the leadership team in order to respond to emails or phone calls and organise follow up meetings. Office team support such as reception/admin cover or support with events, as and when occasionally required. Carry out responsibilities with due regard to the Gestalt Centre values, policies and procedures. Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities. PERSON SPECIFICATION Key Competencies and Qualities Educated to degree level or equivalent with good English and Maths. Experience working with and assisting senior leadership professionals. Excellent organisation and planning skills and experience, including balancing competing demands and prioritising effectively, forward planning and working to tight deadlines. Excellent coordination skills and good experience of coordinating projects, workstreams or activities. Excellent communication skills, including conveying information clearly and adjusting approach, manner, and language to suit varying situations. Excellent interpersonal skills ( people person ) such as developing good working relationships with colleagues, working collaboratively and initiating relevant discussions to progress with work tasks. Experience and able to work well with senior professionals and in a positive professional matter. Able to work in a confident, calm, diplomatic and confidential way in a senior role and a therapy setting. Reliable and mature with a sense of personal responsibility for the role and the work involved. Flexibility and proactive problem-solving, always working with kindness and respect. Excellent attention to detail and confident with numbers. Good working knowledge and experience of databases and online administration systems, including information and files management. Able to plan and organise own work effectively and able to work well in a dynamic busy setting. Able to work collaboratively and independently on own initiative. Experience working effectively and appropriately with confidentiality and data protection in mind and in line with organisational policies and practice. Good working knowledge of MS Office applications such as MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint, email, and the internet. Commitment to Equal Opportunities and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. Preferably experience working within an educational, training or therapy setting (desirable).
Mar 17, 2026
Full time
JOB DESCRIBTION Job title : Executive Assistant to the CEO Contract : Part time, 3 days. Flexibility regarding working pattern: hours could be worked across 3 or 4 days in the week. Permanent contract. Salary : £17, 398 pro rata (£29,000 full time equivalent) Manager : Gestalt Centre CEO Location : Hybrid working. In-person at London Kings Cross and remotely. ABOUT US: THE GESTALT CENTRE We are the Gestalt Centre, an established therapy not-for-profit organisation, supporting the mental and psychological well-being of individuals, groups, and organisations. We are a dynamic charity that runs, accommodates, and supports a number of counselling, psychotherapy, personal and professional development courses, and a range of therapeutic practices that enhance mental and psychological wellbeing. As Gestalt Centre, our relationship with people who work for the centre starts from a place of trust. We see our structure as an organisational shape that we use to organise ourselves. What matters for us is how we all work together. We prioritise collaboration and horizontal consultative decision making with individual and collective responsibility and accountability. OUR VISION is a world were meaningful and fulfilling relationships lead to wellbeing and positive change in people s lives. OUR PURPOSE is to promote the mental and psychological well-being of individuals, groups and organisations through Gestalt education, training and practice. Gestalt is a life-changing approach to life, counselling, and psychotherapy. It enables people to develop meaningful relationships, navigate change and lead fulfilling lives by creatively utilising their own resources, skills and strengths. OUR VALUES IN PRACTICE Diversity, equality, inclusion and anti-discrimination : We value equity and inclusion and welcome diversity and difference in backgrounds, identities, cultures, and voices. We also commit to anti-discriminatory action and encourage personal and collective awareness, reflection, and learning. It is integral to who we are and how we work and study together. Kindness and respect for each other and the space we cohabit . Our relationship with people who work, learn and access therapy at the centre starts from a place of respect and kindness. This way we create a space where we can show up, work, and learn authentically and meaningfully. Feel seen, heard, and included. Collaboration and mutuality : We work and study together, collaboratively and with respect and appreciation for each other. Every person matters and so does the collective. Community, awareness, and personal responsibility : We are a community of staff, students, practitioners, and clients; working, studying, and accessing therapy at the centre. Individually and collectively, we are responsible for our presence and behaviour. Also responsible for our community and the space we inhabit. ABOUT THE JOB Job Purpose We are looking for an exemplary people-oriented administrator to provide administrative support to the Gestalt Centre CEO and the workstreams she manages. An important role in the organisation, working with senior leadership and across teams, in a welcoming and supportive environment with opportunities to learn and grow on the job. Areas of work and responsibility Administrative Support to the Gestalt Centre CEO Coordinate and support projects and workstreams the CEO leads on: Operations, Communications and Marketing, Short Courses and Post Graduate Qualifications, HR, Finance, Policies, Fundraising and Health & Safety. Liaise with the CEO and the leadership team to update the organisational plan and workstream plans, also keep track of relevant priority actions and progress. Provide administrative support for governance processes such as the Annual Financial Audit, Trustee Board meetings, the Charity Commission and Companies House submissions. Provide administrative support to the organising and running fundraising activities and events. Administrative support and coordination for the annual planning of Short Courses and Post Graduate Qualifications programmes. Organise, provide administrative support, and attend as appropriate, weekly operational meetings, monthly Executive meetings, and other project meetings, led by the CEO. Prepare meetings set up, information and any required papers in advance. Organise dates, taking and sending out minutes and coordinate follow-up actions ensuring progress and completion. Liaise with the CEO to prepare, format, edit and update reports and policies for internal and external audiences to a high standard. Provide a professional first point of contact for the CEO and as required liaise with her and the leadership team in order to respond to emails or phone calls and organise follow up meetings. Office team support such as reception/admin cover or support with events, as and when occasionally required. Carry out responsibilities with due regard to the Gestalt Centre values, policies and procedures. Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities. PERSON SPECIFICATION Key Competencies and Qualities Educated to degree level or equivalent with good English and Maths. Experience working with and assisting senior leadership professionals. Excellent organisation and planning skills and experience, including balancing competing demands and prioritising effectively, forward planning and working to tight deadlines. Excellent coordination skills and good experience of coordinating projects, workstreams or activities. Excellent communication skills, including conveying information clearly and adjusting approach, manner, and language to suit varying situations. Excellent interpersonal skills ( people person ) such as developing good working relationships with colleagues, working collaboratively and initiating relevant discussions to progress with work tasks. Experience and able to work well with senior professionals and in a positive professional matter. Able to work in a confident, calm, diplomatic and confidential way in a senior role and a therapy setting. Reliable and mature with a sense of personal responsibility for the role and the work involved. Flexibility and proactive problem-solving, always working with kindness and respect. Excellent attention to detail and confident with numbers. Good working knowledge and experience of databases and online administration systems, including information and files management. Able to plan and organise own work effectively and able to work well in a dynamic busy setting. Able to work collaboratively and independently on own initiative. Experience working effectively and appropriately with confidentiality and data protection in mind and in line with organisational policies and practice. Good working knowledge of MS Office applications such as MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint, email, and the internet. Commitment to Equal Opportunities and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. Preferably experience working within an educational, training or therapy setting (desirable).
Up to £65,283 + excellent benefits Please note: If we receive a high volume of applications, we may close this advert early. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. We are recruiting for both a KS1 and Lower KS2 Teacher, with opportunities available on both a full-time and part-time basis . Successful candidates will be considered for either phase depending on experience and the needs of the school. Those Huge Small Victories Our teachers are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. There's lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference. Get out what you put in You'll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. You'll be there to help them learn, develop their abilities and raise their self-esteem. You will need to be resilient and dedicated, but those huge small victories that you achieve will be something you're really proud of. It can be a tough journey, but the positive steps forward will more than make up for it. As a Teacher at Witherslack Group, you'll get all the support you need to succeed, from in-house psychologists, to teaching assistants and therapy professionals. Your colleagues will be the best at what they do, the school environments will be well-resourced and we'll be with you every step of the way, helping you build a rewarding teaching career. One of the best environments in SEND Lavender Lodge school resides within an 18th Century building in the heart of Mitcham. Our pupils come from many different boroughs to attend our school and are lucky to experience 'a life changing love of learning.' We are proud of our pupils and our dedicated team and pupils leave us with a sense of achievement. Having joined the Witherslack Group family in 2022, Lavender Lodge School is an independent specialist day school providing high-quality education, based in South London. The school meets the needs of pupils with a primary diagnosis of autism and additional needs such as ADHD, speech and language difficulties, sensory issues and associated behavioural difficulties. We were recently recognised as Good by Ofsted . Skill set requirements - Must have worked with pupils who are autistic and have previous experience of this Needs to be able to communicate in a variety of ways as 70% of our pupils are non-verbal e.g. can use Makaton, picture display symbols - we use PEC's and PODD, have experience working with non -verbal pupils Have worked with pupils who display challenging behaviour but would have the will and desire to support pupils to manage their behaviour and also for you to work to understand the function of the behaviour Be flexible to work with pupils from 4 through to 11 years old Be able to think outside the box in regards to delivering lessons. We have lots of tools to help support this, but our pupils need a bespoke and accessible curriculum Have an awareness of autism strategies such as TEACCH, attention autism and use of PODD and be able to use these in practise What we do for you We know you're going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the education sector. With us, you'll get to bring learning to life and make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people - plus you'll get: Training: A full induction and on the job training Holiday: You'll work hard at WG, so you'll be rewarded with full school holidays Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our head teachers and leaders have been promoted from within our group Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance - check out our benefits here Pension: we offer a range of pensions to suit your lifestyle needs including Teachers' Pension and our very attractive TPS alternative Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities - check out our schools here A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Bring your whole-self to work Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs - and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. You'll be more than a Primary Teacher, you'll be able to connect with our pupils because of: - Your 'can do' attitude - a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others - Your genuine passion for teaching primary aged children and the impact your subject can have on young lives - The ability to relate your subject to each pupil and build great relationships with your class - Your enthusiasm and expertise to build your department - You'll also need previous teaching experience and have Qualified Teacher Status Interested in joining us? At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong. As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we'll be there every step of the way. By building a diverse and inclusive team, we're better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click here. To view our ex-offenders policy please click here . To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools here . Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD
Mar 17, 2026
Full time
Up to £65,283 + excellent benefits Please note: If we receive a high volume of applications, we may close this advert early. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. We are recruiting for both a KS1 and Lower KS2 Teacher, with opportunities available on both a full-time and part-time basis . Successful candidates will be considered for either phase depending on experience and the needs of the school. Those Huge Small Victories Our teachers are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. There's lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference. Get out what you put in You'll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. You'll be there to help them learn, develop their abilities and raise their self-esteem. You will need to be resilient and dedicated, but those huge small victories that you achieve will be something you're really proud of. It can be a tough journey, but the positive steps forward will more than make up for it. As a Teacher at Witherslack Group, you'll get all the support you need to succeed, from in-house psychologists, to teaching assistants and therapy professionals. Your colleagues will be the best at what they do, the school environments will be well-resourced and we'll be with you every step of the way, helping you build a rewarding teaching career. One of the best environments in SEND Lavender Lodge school resides within an 18th Century building in the heart of Mitcham. Our pupils come from many different boroughs to attend our school and are lucky to experience 'a life changing love of learning.' We are proud of our pupils and our dedicated team and pupils leave us with a sense of achievement. Having joined the Witherslack Group family in 2022, Lavender Lodge School is an independent specialist day school providing high-quality education, based in South London. The school meets the needs of pupils with a primary diagnosis of autism and additional needs such as ADHD, speech and language difficulties, sensory issues and associated behavioural difficulties. We were recently recognised as Good by Ofsted . Skill set requirements - Must have worked with pupils who are autistic and have previous experience of this Needs to be able to communicate in a variety of ways as 70% of our pupils are non-verbal e.g. can use Makaton, picture display symbols - we use PEC's and PODD, have experience working with non -verbal pupils Have worked with pupils who display challenging behaviour but would have the will and desire to support pupils to manage their behaviour and also for you to work to understand the function of the behaviour Be flexible to work with pupils from 4 through to 11 years old Be able to think outside the box in regards to delivering lessons. We have lots of tools to help support this, but our pupils need a bespoke and accessible curriculum Have an awareness of autism strategies such as TEACCH, attention autism and use of PODD and be able to use these in practise What we do for you We know you're going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the education sector. With us, you'll get to bring learning to life and make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people - plus you'll get: Training: A full induction and on the job training Holiday: You'll work hard at WG, so you'll be rewarded with full school holidays Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our head teachers and leaders have been promoted from within our group Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance - check out our benefits here Pension: we offer a range of pensions to suit your lifestyle needs including Teachers' Pension and our very attractive TPS alternative Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities - check out our schools here A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Bring your whole-self to work Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs - and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. You'll be more than a Primary Teacher, you'll be able to connect with our pupils because of: - Your 'can do' attitude - a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others - Your genuine passion for teaching primary aged children and the impact your subject can have on young lives - The ability to relate your subject to each pupil and build great relationships with your class - Your enthusiasm and expertise to build your department - You'll also need previous teaching experience and have Qualified Teacher Status Interested in joining us? At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong. As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we'll be there every step of the way. By building a diverse and inclusive team, we're better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click here. To view our ex-offenders policy please click here . To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools here . Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD
Rotherwood Education are currently recruiting a Teaching Assistant- GCSE to join a well-established, forward thinking secondary school based in Accrington. Position Details: Job Title: Teaching Assistant - (GCSE support) Location: Accrington, Lancashire Start Date: ASAP Contract Type: Full-time until Easter 2026 (possibility to extend further) Working hours: 8:30am-3:30pm Hourly Rate: £80-100 per day The ideal Teaching Assistant - GCSE will: Have a proven track record of a similar background. Have experience supporting students with SEND (Special Educational Needs) on a 1 2 1 basis. Have experience supporting KS4 students with GCSE preperation Be an excellent, inspirational Teaching Assistant with strong behaviour management. Possess a passion for pupil development. Provide relevant references. Possess a current DBS check or be prepared to apply for one as part of your registration. Be committed to the safeguarding of children and young people. Be willing to complete a face to face registration and satisfy several checks. Why Work with Rotherwood Education? Competitive pay Friendly and experienced education recruitment specialists Ongoing support throughout your placement Opportunities to progress into long-term or permanent roles Streamlined and efficient registration process If this Teaching Assistant position is of interest or you would like to know more, please apply or contact Megan and Rotherwood Education.
Mar 17, 2026
Seasonal
Rotherwood Education are currently recruiting a Teaching Assistant- GCSE to join a well-established, forward thinking secondary school based in Accrington. Position Details: Job Title: Teaching Assistant - (GCSE support) Location: Accrington, Lancashire Start Date: ASAP Contract Type: Full-time until Easter 2026 (possibility to extend further) Working hours: 8:30am-3:30pm Hourly Rate: £80-100 per day The ideal Teaching Assistant - GCSE will: Have a proven track record of a similar background. Have experience supporting students with SEND (Special Educational Needs) on a 1 2 1 basis. Have experience supporting KS4 students with GCSE preperation Be an excellent, inspirational Teaching Assistant with strong behaviour management. Possess a passion for pupil development. Provide relevant references. Possess a current DBS check or be prepared to apply for one as part of your registration. Be committed to the safeguarding of children and young people. Be willing to complete a face to face registration and satisfy several checks. Why Work with Rotherwood Education? Competitive pay Friendly and experienced education recruitment specialists Ongoing support throughout your placement Opportunities to progress into long-term or permanent roles Streamlined and efficient registration process If this Teaching Assistant position is of interest or you would like to know more, please apply or contact Megan and Rotherwood Education.
We're looking for an inspirational people person to join us as a Assistant Shop Manager in our Skipton shop. This is an exciting opportunity, and we'd like you to join us to help raise vital funds for homeless and badly housed people. You will work closely with the Shop Manager to ensure the shop looks welcoming, visually appealing and the team of volunteers are motivated and keen to engage with customers and maximise sales. About the role You will assist the Shop Manager in the recruitment, support and development of a strong community focused shop team and empower them to maximise Shelter's income. Representing Shelter in your local community, ensuring that you and your team share your knowledge of Shelter's cause with customers, volunteers, donors and potential Shelter clients will also be important aspects of the role. You will always ensure a safe, clean, bright and happy environment for your team to work in and for your customers to shop in, in turn attracting potential donors and volunteers. About you You are a naturally energetic person with an enthusiasm for managing and empowering people. You know how to recruit and develop a team of volunteers, and your extraordinary motivational skills will enable you to inspire your team to increase sales and control costs. Above all, you are ready to take on a new challenge and have a keen interest in Shelter's cause. Apply to be part of our team and be the change you want to see in society. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme. Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We re here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own. We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit. About Shelter Home is a human right. It s our foundation and where we thrive. Yet everyday millions of people are being devastated by the housing emergency. We exist to defend the right to a safe home. Because home is everything, We need ambitious, passionate people to join us. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve. Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. To win this fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, equitable and transparent. We are committed to combating racism both within and outside Shelter. We welcome you on our journey to becoming truly anti-racist. Safeguarding statement Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies. Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
Mar 17, 2026
Full time
We're looking for an inspirational people person to join us as a Assistant Shop Manager in our Skipton shop. This is an exciting opportunity, and we'd like you to join us to help raise vital funds for homeless and badly housed people. You will work closely with the Shop Manager to ensure the shop looks welcoming, visually appealing and the team of volunteers are motivated and keen to engage with customers and maximise sales. About the role You will assist the Shop Manager in the recruitment, support and development of a strong community focused shop team and empower them to maximise Shelter's income. Representing Shelter in your local community, ensuring that you and your team share your knowledge of Shelter's cause with customers, volunteers, donors and potential Shelter clients will also be important aspects of the role. You will always ensure a safe, clean, bright and happy environment for your team to work in and for your customers to shop in, in turn attracting potential donors and volunteers. About you You are a naturally energetic person with an enthusiasm for managing and empowering people. You know how to recruit and develop a team of volunteers, and your extraordinary motivational skills will enable you to inspire your team to increase sales and control costs. Above all, you are ready to take on a new challenge and have a keen interest in Shelter's cause. Apply to be part of our team and be the change you want to see in society. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme. Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We re here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own. We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit. About Shelter Home is a human right. It s our foundation and where we thrive. Yet everyday millions of people are being devastated by the housing emergency. We exist to defend the right to a safe home. Because home is everything, We need ambitious, passionate people to join us. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve. Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. To win this fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, equitable and transparent. We are committed to combating racism both within and outside Shelter. We welcome you on our journey to becoming truly anti-racist. Safeguarding statement Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies. Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
Overview and Responsibilities SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Wilmslow, Cheshire East Salary: £22,996 to £25,068 (Actual annual salary, dependent on experience and qualifications) Hourly Rate: £12.87 to £14.03 p/hr Hours: Full-Time - 40 hours per week - Term Time Only Join Aurora Summerfields - Where Every Child Matters Aurora Summerfields School opened in April 2023 and is already making a meaningful impact. With capacity of 50 students, we are an independent specialist school supporting children and young people aged 5-19 with Autism spectrum conditions and associated challenges in accessing education. We're proud to have received Outstanding ratings in Behaviour & Attitudes and Personal Development in our latest Ofsted inspection. We are now looking for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join our team. Your Role As a Teaching Assistant, you'll be a key part of our pupils' journey - supporting their learning, wellbeing, and personal development in a safe and nurturing environment. Your responsibilities will include: Supporting pupils with learning activities and care needs Promoting independence and positive behaviour Building warm, trusting relationships that help pupils feel safe and valued Assisting teachers in delivering a broad, balanced, and engaging curriculum Adapting to the varied needs of pupils and being flexible in your approach Skills and Qualifications What We're Looking For We're seeking someone who is: Compassionate, enthusiastic, and child-focused Flexible and ready to support wherever needed Committed to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare Essential: GCSEs in Maths and English (Grade C/Level 3 or above) Experience working with SEN (paid or voluntary) Understanding of safeguarding and child protection Desirable: Level 2 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle Knowledge of SEN, SEMH, or ASD Benefits and Additional Information What's on Offer at Aurora? We believe in supporting you as much as we support the children and young people in our care. Here's a snapshot of the fantastic benefits waiting for you: Grow with Us - Training & Development Learning never stops at Aurora! We offer a wide range of training programmes and career development opportunities to help you build your skills and reach your goals. Save Money on Everyday Essentials With the rising cost of living, our Perkbox app helps you stretch your money further: Discounts on groceries, phone plans, internet, dining out, gym memberships & more Access to our Cycle to Work and Car Scheme Competitive Pay & Reward We regularly benchmark our pay and benefits to stay ahead of the curve. You'll enjoy: Enhanced Annual Leave Company Sick Pay Enhanced Pension Life Assurance 24/7 GP Access - For You & Your Household Need a doctor? No problem. Book a phone or video appointment anytime, day or night. This service covers everyone in your household. UK Health Cash Plan Cover everyday healthcare costs like dental and optician bills. You and your children are included in the scheme, and you can upgrade to add your partner too! Employee Assistance Programme Your wellbeing matters. Get confidential support on a wide range of issues, including: Freephone counselling (available 24/7) Online tools and resources Refer a Friend - Earn £1,000! Know someone who'd be a great fit? Refer them and get rewarded!( Terms apply) How to apply? Please complete an online application form in full, remembering to include all employment and education details. If you need any assistance or would like any more information please contact Emma in the Aurora Group Recruitment Team at Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks including an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Aurora Group is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children. The Aurora Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young adults in our care and is a disability confident and equal opportunities employer. This advert could be taken down at any point in time without prior notice if the position is filled. Please note that candidates that are shortlisted might be subject to an online search.
Mar 17, 2026
Full time
Overview and Responsibilities SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Wilmslow, Cheshire East Salary: £22,996 to £25,068 (Actual annual salary, dependent on experience and qualifications) Hourly Rate: £12.87 to £14.03 p/hr Hours: Full-Time - 40 hours per week - Term Time Only Join Aurora Summerfields - Where Every Child Matters Aurora Summerfields School opened in April 2023 and is already making a meaningful impact. With capacity of 50 students, we are an independent specialist school supporting children and young people aged 5-19 with Autism spectrum conditions and associated challenges in accessing education. We're proud to have received Outstanding ratings in Behaviour & Attitudes and Personal Development in our latest Ofsted inspection. We are now looking for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join our team. Your Role As a Teaching Assistant, you'll be a key part of our pupils' journey - supporting their learning, wellbeing, and personal development in a safe and nurturing environment. Your responsibilities will include: Supporting pupils with learning activities and care needs Promoting independence and positive behaviour Building warm, trusting relationships that help pupils feel safe and valued Assisting teachers in delivering a broad, balanced, and engaging curriculum Adapting to the varied needs of pupils and being flexible in your approach Skills and Qualifications What We're Looking For We're seeking someone who is: Compassionate, enthusiastic, and child-focused Flexible and ready to support wherever needed Committed to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare Essential: GCSEs in Maths and English (Grade C/Level 3 or above) Experience working with SEN (paid or voluntary) Understanding of safeguarding and child protection Desirable: Level 2 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle Knowledge of SEN, SEMH, or ASD Benefits and Additional Information What's on Offer at Aurora? We believe in supporting you as much as we support the children and young people in our care. Here's a snapshot of the fantastic benefits waiting for you: Grow with Us - Training & Development Learning never stops at Aurora! We offer a wide range of training programmes and career development opportunities to help you build your skills and reach your goals. Save Money on Everyday Essentials With the rising cost of living, our Perkbox app helps you stretch your money further: Discounts on groceries, phone plans, internet, dining out, gym memberships & more Access to our Cycle to Work and Car Scheme Competitive Pay & Reward We regularly benchmark our pay and benefits to stay ahead of the curve. You'll enjoy: Enhanced Annual Leave Company Sick Pay Enhanced Pension Life Assurance 24/7 GP Access - For You & Your Household Need a doctor? No problem. Book a phone or video appointment anytime, day or night. This service covers everyone in your household. UK Health Cash Plan Cover everyday healthcare costs like dental and optician bills. You and your children are included in the scheme, and you can upgrade to add your partner too! Employee Assistance Programme Your wellbeing matters. Get confidential support on a wide range of issues, including: Freephone counselling (available 24/7) Online tools and resources Refer a Friend - Earn £1,000! Know someone who'd be a great fit? Refer them and get rewarded!( Terms apply) How to apply? Please complete an online application form in full, remembering to include all employment and education details. If you need any assistance or would like any more information please contact Emma in the Aurora Group Recruitment Team at Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks including an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Aurora Group is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children. The Aurora Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young adults in our care and is a disability confident and equal opportunities employer. This advert could be taken down at any point in time without prior notice if the position is filled. Please note that candidates that are shortlisted might be subject to an online search.
Job Description We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Service Manager to lead a team of support workers delivering person-centred care to individuals with complex needs. This role ensures individuals can live independently, access the community, and enjoy a safe, meaningful life. You will report to the Operations Manager/Registered Manager and help maintain care standards, compliance, and team development. The service consists of high-spec bungalows, each supporting one individual with learning disabilities and/or complex needs. The role involves oversight from a central office with occasional travel to the bungalows. This is an exciting opportunity for career growth and to help shape a high-quality service. Key Responsibilities: Lead and supervise support staff, ensuring quality care Manage care plans, risk assessments, and compliance (CQC, DOLS) Support team development, training, and recruitment Promote independence, positive behaviour support, and healthy relationships Travel to service locations as required (driving essential) Requirements: Experience in social care/healthcare management Knowledge of safeguarding, DOLS, and complex care needs Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills PBS/NAPPI experience preferred Why Join Us: Lead a dedicated team and make a real impact Career development opportunities Competitive salary and supportive environment Apply today!
Mar 17, 2026
Full time
Job Description We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Service Manager to lead a team of support workers delivering person-centred care to individuals with complex needs. This role ensures individuals can live independently, access the community, and enjoy a safe, meaningful life. You will report to the Operations Manager/Registered Manager and help maintain care standards, compliance, and team development. The service consists of high-spec bungalows, each supporting one individual with learning disabilities and/or complex needs. The role involves oversight from a central office with occasional travel to the bungalows. This is an exciting opportunity for career growth and to help shape a high-quality service. Key Responsibilities: Lead and supervise support staff, ensuring quality care Manage care plans, risk assessments, and compliance (CQC, DOLS) Support team development, training, and recruitment Promote independence, positive behaviour support, and healthy relationships Travel to service locations as required (driving essential) Requirements: Experience in social care/healthcare management Knowledge of safeguarding, DOLS, and complex care needs Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills PBS/NAPPI experience preferred Why Join Us: Lead a dedicated team and make a real impact Career development opportunities Competitive salary and supportive environment Apply today!
DAYTIME HEALTHCARE RECRUITMENT LIMITED
Margate, Kent
Job Description Daytime Healthcare are assisting a national care provider to find an Assistant Service Manager to join the team in Margate. This is for a is a Supported living service which supports 2 people with complex needs, profound learning disabilities, autism and mild behaviours that challenge. One of the service users is able to use some Makaton signs. Both also require high level of personal care support. This is a hands-on role. The candidate will play a key role in managing these changes and will have passion for driving improvement for the best interest of the people we support. Our ideal Assistant Service Manager looks like this! Work with your Service Manager to manage and lead a successful and positive team. Understands the balance between keeping our people safe and positive risk taking. Have a good understanding of the social care sector and how these benefits and impacts the people we support. Stay up to date with policies and procedures to carry out and maintain safe and best practices. Support the Service Manager to recruit new employees and develop and manage your staff team in a fair and consistent manner. Act as the Service Manager in their absence. Willingness to be part of the On-call team. Hours: This role requires you to be flexible and be able to work shifts required: 7am - 2:30pm and 2pm - 9:30pm, no night shifts required. These hours may occasionally need to be extended to provide 1-1 support and guidance to support staff on duty as required and this may involve working past 21.30 to do night staff supervision. Late shift are 2:30-10pm. A full UK driving licence with access to own vehicle - Highly desirable but may be essential in some locations Apply today!
Mar 17, 2026
Full time
Job Description Daytime Healthcare are assisting a national care provider to find an Assistant Service Manager to join the team in Margate. This is for a is a Supported living service which supports 2 people with complex needs, profound learning disabilities, autism and mild behaviours that challenge. One of the service users is able to use some Makaton signs. Both also require high level of personal care support. This is a hands-on role. The candidate will play a key role in managing these changes and will have passion for driving improvement for the best interest of the people we support. Our ideal Assistant Service Manager looks like this! Work with your Service Manager to manage and lead a successful and positive team. Understands the balance between keeping our people safe and positive risk taking. Have a good understanding of the social care sector and how these benefits and impacts the people we support. Stay up to date with policies and procedures to carry out and maintain safe and best practices. Support the Service Manager to recruit new employees and develop and manage your staff team in a fair and consistent manner. Act as the Service Manager in their absence. Willingness to be part of the On-call team. Hours: This role requires you to be flexible and be able to work shifts required: 7am - 2:30pm and 2pm - 9:30pm, no night shifts required. These hours may occasionally need to be extended to provide 1-1 support and guidance to support staff on duty as required and this may involve working past 21.30 to do night staff supervision. Late shift are 2:30-10pm. A full UK driving licence with access to own vehicle - Highly desirable but may be essential in some locations Apply today!
Job Description Assistant Health and Safety Manager (HOT0CD6Y) Job Number: HOT0CD6Y Work Locations DoubleTree Brighton Metropole Kings Road Brighton BN1 2FU WELCOME TO A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIES AT THE UK's GREAT PLACE TO WORK 2025, AS VOTED BY OUR TEAM MEMBERS! No two days or two hotels are the same, but our spirit and passion for hospitality always brings all our teams together to create a culture of inclusiveness, positivity and drive to achieve our common goal. "To share the light and warmth of hospitality". With amazing training, resources and support from both managers and colleagues, there is always an opportunity to develop and grow Annual salary of £30,000 up to £31,827 A WORLD OF REWARDS Uniform provided and laundered Free and healthy meals when on duty Grow your Career! Personal Development programmes designed to support you at every step of your career A chance to make a difference through our Corporate Responsibility programmes - Find out what and how we are doing ( ) Team Member Travel Program: discounted hotel nights plus 50% off Food and Beverages (subject to individual outlets) Team Member Referral Program High street discounts: with Perks at Work Holiday: 28 days including bank holidays (increasing yearly to up to 33 days) Discounted dental and health cover Discounted Car Parking Up to 4 weeks temporary accommodation if relocating at a discounted rate Modern and inclusive Team Member's areas An Assistant Health and Safety Manager is responsible for implementing safety and risk management processes for assigned hotels to deliver a safe Guest and Member experience. What will I be doing? As an Assistant Health and Safety Manager, you will be responsible for implementing safety and risk management processes for assigned hotels to deliver a safe Guest and Member experience. An Assistant Health and Safety Manager will also be required to carry out full investigations and audit the hotel to ensure health and safety compliance. Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards: Assist the Health and Safety Manager with managing health and safety, food safety, fire safety, security, trading standards, public health, housing, and disability within allocated hotels Implement safety risk management practices in line with the company's health and safety policy Assist in the reduction of guest complaints relating to health and safety, fire safety, and food hygiene Work with Health and Safety Manager in reducing guest civil claims Audit the hotel to confirm Health and Safety/Food Hygiene compliance Train Health and Safety /Food Safety issues to managers, supervisors and colleagues, confirming with the Health and Safety Manager when appropriate Liaise with outside contractors and sales staff on matters of Health and Safety and food safety Assist the facilities department in monitoring contractors and enforcing Health and Safety standards as required Carry out food poisoning investigations, writing to manufacturers as required and analysing Hazard Analysis information Carry out full accident investigations to include the collection of evidence, interviewing of staff and obtaining witness statements Liaise with facilities department to test fire and sprinkler systems and ensure they are on track with fire detection/prevention measures Carry out weekly fire tours of the hotel, noting deficiencies and reporting to facilities Monitor and document results following safety audits Monitor and interpret microbiological results from food sampling of all hotel kitchens and advise accordingly, confirming with the Health and Safety Manager when necessary Carry out fire training on a three and six monthly basis and provide records of attendance Tutor basic food hygiene courses for relevant hotel staff Assist in the hotel's environmental awareness and assist environmental champions where necessary What are we looking for? An Assistant Health and Safety Manager serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow: Good communication skills and people skills Flexibility to respond to a range of different work situations Ability to work under pressure Ability to work on their own Experience in Health and Safety Management Fire Safety Management/Risk Assessment It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions: Degree in health and safety Group training certificate Fire Safety Management/Risk Assessment Hospitality industry experience EVERY JOB MAKES THE STAY. At Hilton, It Matters Where You Stay, but The Stay is only one side of the story. We know it takes thousands of jobs to create unforgettable experiences for our guests - and behind every job, there's an extraordinary person working to make each Stay magical. That's why at Hilton, Every Job Makes the Stay.
Mar 17, 2026
Full time
Job Description Assistant Health and Safety Manager (HOT0CD6Y) Job Number: HOT0CD6Y Work Locations DoubleTree Brighton Metropole Kings Road Brighton BN1 2FU WELCOME TO A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIES AT THE UK's GREAT PLACE TO WORK 2025, AS VOTED BY OUR TEAM MEMBERS! No two days or two hotels are the same, but our spirit and passion for hospitality always brings all our teams together to create a culture of inclusiveness, positivity and drive to achieve our common goal. "To share the light and warmth of hospitality". With amazing training, resources and support from both managers and colleagues, there is always an opportunity to develop and grow Annual salary of £30,000 up to £31,827 A WORLD OF REWARDS Uniform provided and laundered Free and healthy meals when on duty Grow your Career! Personal Development programmes designed to support you at every step of your career A chance to make a difference through our Corporate Responsibility programmes - Find out what and how we are doing ( ) Team Member Travel Program: discounted hotel nights plus 50% off Food and Beverages (subject to individual outlets) Team Member Referral Program High street discounts: with Perks at Work Holiday: 28 days including bank holidays (increasing yearly to up to 33 days) Discounted dental and health cover Discounted Car Parking Up to 4 weeks temporary accommodation if relocating at a discounted rate Modern and inclusive Team Member's areas An Assistant Health and Safety Manager is responsible for implementing safety and risk management processes for assigned hotels to deliver a safe Guest and Member experience. What will I be doing? As an Assistant Health and Safety Manager, you will be responsible for implementing safety and risk management processes for assigned hotels to deliver a safe Guest and Member experience. An Assistant Health and Safety Manager will also be required to carry out full investigations and audit the hotel to ensure health and safety compliance. Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards: Assist the Health and Safety Manager with managing health and safety, food safety, fire safety, security, trading standards, public health, housing, and disability within allocated hotels Implement safety risk management practices in line with the company's health and safety policy Assist in the reduction of guest complaints relating to health and safety, fire safety, and food hygiene Work with Health and Safety Manager in reducing guest civil claims Audit the hotel to confirm Health and Safety/Food Hygiene compliance Train Health and Safety /Food Safety issues to managers, supervisors and colleagues, confirming with the Health and Safety Manager when appropriate Liaise with outside contractors and sales staff on matters of Health and Safety and food safety Assist the facilities department in monitoring contractors and enforcing Health and Safety standards as required Carry out food poisoning investigations, writing to manufacturers as required and analysing Hazard Analysis information Carry out full accident investigations to include the collection of evidence, interviewing of staff and obtaining witness statements Liaise with facilities department to test fire and sprinkler systems and ensure they are on track with fire detection/prevention measures Carry out weekly fire tours of the hotel, noting deficiencies and reporting to facilities Monitor and document results following safety audits Monitor and interpret microbiological results from food sampling of all hotel kitchens and advise accordingly, confirming with the Health and Safety Manager when necessary Carry out fire training on a three and six monthly basis and provide records of attendance Tutor basic food hygiene courses for relevant hotel staff Assist in the hotel's environmental awareness and assist environmental champions where necessary What are we looking for? An Assistant Health and Safety Manager serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow: Good communication skills and people skills Flexibility to respond to a range of different work situations Ability to work under pressure Ability to work on their own Experience in Health and Safety Management Fire Safety Management/Risk Assessment It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions: Degree in health and safety Group training certificate Fire Safety Management/Risk Assessment Hospitality industry experience EVERY JOB MAKES THE STAY. At Hilton, It Matters Where You Stay, but The Stay is only one side of the story. We know it takes thousands of jobs to create unforgettable experiences for our guests - and behind every job, there's an extraordinary person working to make each Stay magical. That's why at Hilton, Every Job Makes the Stay.
Up to £65,283 (FTE), pro-rata for part-time hours + excellent benefits. Please note: If we receive a high volume of applications, we may close this advert early. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. Please note, this role is offered on a part-time basis (0.6 FTE), teaching three days per week, and will involve teaching within Lower Key Stage 1. Those Huge Small Victories Our teachers are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. There's lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference. Get out what you put in You'll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. You'll be there to help them learn, develop their abilities and raise their self-esteem. You will need to be resilient and dedicated, but those huge small victories that you achieve will be something you're really proud of. It can be a tough journey, but the positive steps forward will more than make up for it. As a Teacher at Witherslack Group, you'll get all the support you need to succeed, from in-house psychologists, to teaching assistants and therapy professionals. Your colleagues will be the best at what they do, the school environments will be well-resourced and we'll be with you every step of the way, helping you build a rewarding teaching career. One of the best environments in SEND Lavender Lodge school resides within an 18th Century building in the heart of Mitcham. Our pupils come from many different boroughs to attend our school and are lucky to experience 'a life changing love of learning.' We are proud of our pupils and our dedicated team and pupils leave us with a sense of achievement. Having joined the Witherslack Group family in 2022, Lavender Lodge School is an independent specialist day school providing high-quality education, based in South London. The school meets the needs of pupils with a primary diagnosis of autism and additional needs such as ADHD, speech and language difficulties, sensory issues and associated behavioural difficulties. We were recently recognised as Good by Ofsted . Skill set requirements - Must have worked with pupils who are autistic and have previous experience of this Needs to be able to communicate in a variety of ways as 70% of our pupils are non-verbal e.g. can use Makaton, picture display symbols - we use PEC's and PODD, have experience working with non -verbal pupils Have worked with pupils who display challenging behaviour but would have the will and desire to support pupils to manage their behaviour and also for you to work to understand the function of the behaviour Be flexible to work with pupils from 4 through to 11 years old Be able to think outside the box in regards to delivering lessons. We have lots of tools to help support this, but our pupils need a bespoke and accessible curriculum Have an awareness of autism strategies such as TEACCH, attention autism and use of PODD and be able to use these in practise What we do for you We know you're going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the education sector. With us, you'll get to bring learning to life and make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people - plus you'll get: Training: A full induction and on the job training Holiday: You'll work hard at WG, so you'll be rewarded with full school holidays Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our head teachers and leaders have been promoted from within our group Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance - check out our benefits here Pension: we offer a range of pensions to suit your lifestyle needs including Teachers' Pension and our very attractive TPS alternative Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities - check out our schools here A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Bring your whole-self to work Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs - and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. You'll be more than a Primary Teacher, you'll be able to connect with our pupils because of: - Your 'can do' attitude - a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others - Your genuine passion for teaching primary aged children and the impact your subject can have on young lives - The ability to relate your subject to each pupil and build great relationships with your class - Your enthusiasm and expertise to build your department - You'll also need previous teaching experience and have Qualified Teacher Status Interested in joining us? At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong. As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we'll be there every step of the way. By building a diverse and inclusive team, we're better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click here. To view our ex-offenders policy please click here . To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools here . Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD
Mar 17, 2026
Full time
Up to £65,283 (FTE), pro-rata for part-time hours + excellent benefits. Please note: If we receive a high volume of applications, we may close this advert early. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. Please note, this role is offered on a part-time basis (0.6 FTE), teaching three days per week, and will involve teaching within Lower Key Stage 1. Those Huge Small Victories Our teachers are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. There's lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference. Get out what you put in You'll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. You'll be there to help them learn, develop their abilities and raise their self-esteem. You will need to be resilient and dedicated, but those huge small victories that you achieve will be something you're really proud of. It can be a tough journey, but the positive steps forward will more than make up for it. As a Teacher at Witherslack Group, you'll get all the support you need to succeed, from in-house psychologists, to teaching assistants and therapy professionals. Your colleagues will be the best at what they do, the school environments will be well-resourced and we'll be with you every step of the way, helping you build a rewarding teaching career. One of the best environments in SEND Lavender Lodge school resides within an 18th Century building in the heart of Mitcham. Our pupils come from many different boroughs to attend our school and are lucky to experience 'a life changing love of learning.' We are proud of our pupils and our dedicated team and pupils leave us with a sense of achievement. Having joined the Witherslack Group family in 2022, Lavender Lodge School is an independent specialist day school providing high-quality education, based in South London. The school meets the needs of pupils with a primary diagnosis of autism and additional needs such as ADHD, speech and language difficulties, sensory issues and associated behavioural difficulties. We were recently recognised as Good by Ofsted . Skill set requirements - Must have worked with pupils who are autistic and have previous experience of this Needs to be able to communicate in a variety of ways as 70% of our pupils are non-verbal e.g. can use Makaton, picture display symbols - we use PEC's and PODD, have experience working with non -verbal pupils Have worked with pupils who display challenging behaviour but would have the will and desire to support pupils to manage their behaviour and also for you to work to understand the function of the behaviour Be flexible to work with pupils from 4 through to 11 years old Be able to think outside the box in regards to delivering lessons. We have lots of tools to help support this, but our pupils need a bespoke and accessible curriculum Have an awareness of autism strategies such as TEACCH, attention autism and use of PODD and be able to use these in practise What we do for you We know you're going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the education sector. With us, you'll get to bring learning to life and make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people - plus you'll get: Training: A full induction and on the job training Holiday: You'll work hard at WG, so you'll be rewarded with full school holidays Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our head teachers and leaders have been promoted from within our group Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance - check out our benefits here Pension: we offer a range of pensions to suit your lifestyle needs including Teachers' Pension and our very attractive TPS alternative Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities - check out our schools here A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Bring your whole-self to work Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs - and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. You'll be more than a Primary Teacher, you'll be able to connect with our pupils because of: - Your 'can do' attitude - a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others - Your genuine passion for teaching primary aged children and the impact your subject can have on young lives - The ability to relate your subject to each pupil and build great relationships with your class - Your enthusiasm and expertise to build your department - You'll also need previous teaching experience and have Qualified Teacher Status Interested in joining us? At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong. As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we'll be there every step of the way. By building a diverse and inclusive team, we're better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click here. To view our ex-offenders policy please click here . To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools here . Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD
McDonald's is the largest family restaurant in the world, serving approximately 69 million customers across 36,000 restaurants a day; in more than 100 countries. The UK & Ireland market is one of the most successful entities across the wider business, serving on average 4 million people a day. It has operated in the UK since 1974 and the business is growing continuously with more than 1,400 restaurants and over 140,000 employees. We're a people business just as much as we are a restaurant business. We strive to be the most inclusive brand in the world by building diverse teams who create delicious, feel good moments that are easy for everyone to enjoy. The Trainee Business Manager is the first step on the journey to leading and inspiring teams, within one of our £multi-million restaurants. From the minute you join us, our values will guide how you lead our people on the shop floor and shape the experiences you provide our customers. The Role This accelerated training programme is the first step on the journey to leading and inspiring teams, within one of our restaurants. When you move through the initial training stage, you will be promoted to a 2nd Assistant Manager, and become an even bigger part of the core restaurant management support system. From there, your journey could take you to 1st Assistant, Business Manager and beyond! Over the course of nine months you'll learn how our values shape our business from the ground up. The hands on experience you will gain from working in our kitchens, service areas, customer areas and our drive thru will give you the confidence to make your impact across each of our day parts. We want our customers and our people to feel valued and appreciated at all times, and you will help us achieve that as you gain momentum, and take responsibility, of shifts and our key systems and processes. Your passion for doing the right thing for our people and our customers will have you fired up by the idea of running your own successful business! What will be expected of me when I have completed my initial training? Role model customer focused behaviours Act with integrity, honesty, and in line with our McDonald's values Display leadership by coaching the team and providing them feedback and development opportunities Lead the team to have a shared understanding and vision of an exceptional customer experience Work with the wider management team to implement strategies to improve the business on sales and profitability Analise trends inside and outside of the restaurants that can impact the business What Team will I be a part of? You'll work together with our crew, crew trainers, customer care teams and managers of all levels who will support you on your intensive learning journey. What background do I need to have? This fast-paced programme is open to people with experience of leading teams, both in and out of the sector, and graduates. You are someone who inspires and motivates others with your ambition and hands on approach to learning. Someone who will use their energy and determination to succeed together as a team! Throughout your journey, we will give you the training, knowledge and tools to further develop your skills to make you feel truly confident. You will be learning a lot and you'll be required to apply what you have learnt to lead by example and be effective in leading our teams. Every day in McDonald's is different and to complete the training period, you will need determination and to give maximum effort across every task. Our teams are well adapted to our ever changing business and customer needs, being open to change is a value that will help you to lead them through any challenge you face as a team. Benefits package includes: Holiday pay, Service Awards, Enrolment in Pension scheme, Private Health care package, Meal allowance, Employee discounts from top high street and online brands and much more
Mar 17, 2026
Full time
McDonald's is the largest family restaurant in the world, serving approximately 69 million customers across 36,000 restaurants a day; in more than 100 countries. The UK & Ireland market is one of the most successful entities across the wider business, serving on average 4 million people a day. It has operated in the UK since 1974 and the business is growing continuously with more than 1,400 restaurants and over 140,000 employees. We're a people business just as much as we are a restaurant business. We strive to be the most inclusive brand in the world by building diverse teams who create delicious, feel good moments that are easy for everyone to enjoy. The Trainee Business Manager is the first step on the journey to leading and inspiring teams, within one of our £multi-million restaurants. From the minute you join us, our values will guide how you lead our people on the shop floor and shape the experiences you provide our customers. The Role This accelerated training programme is the first step on the journey to leading and inspiring teams, within one of our restaurants. When you move through the initial training stage, you will be promoted to a 2nd Assistant Manager, and become an even bigger part of the core restaurant management support system. From there, your journey could take you to 1st Assistant, Business Manager and beyond! Over the course of nine months you'll learn how our values shape our business from the ground up. The hands on experience you will gain from working in our kitchens, service areas, customer areas and our drive thru will give you the confidence to make your impact across each of our day parts. We want our customers and our people to feel valued and appreciated at all times, and you will help us achieve that as you gain momentum, and take responsibility, of shifts and our key systems and processes. Your passion for doing the right thing for our people and our customers will have you fired up by the idea of running your own successful business! What will be expected of me when I have completed my initial training? Role model customer focused behaviours Act with integrity, honesty, and in line with our McDonald's values Display leadership by coaching the team and providing them feedback and development opportunities Lead the team to have a shared understanding and vision of an exceptional customer experience Work with the wider management team to implement strategies to improve the business on sales and profitability Analise trends inside and outside of the restaurants that can impact the business What Team will I be a part of? You'll work together with our crew, crew trainers, customer care teams and managers of all levels who will support you on your intensive learning journey. What background do I need to have? This fast-paced programme is open to people with experience of leading teams, both in and out of the sector, and graduates. You are someone who inspires and motivates others with your ambition and hands on approach to learning. Someone who will use their energy and determination to succeed together as a team! Throughout your journey, we will give you the training, knowledge and tools to further develop your skills to make you feel truly confident. You will be learning a lot and you'll be required to apply what you have learnt to lead by example and be effective in leading our teams. Every day in McDonald's is different and to complete the training period, you will need determination and to give maximum effort across every task. Our teams are well adapted to our ever changing business and customer needs, being open to change is a value that will help you to lead them through any challenge you face as a team. Benefits package includes: Holiday pay, Service Awards, Enrolment in Pension scheme, Private Health care package, Meal allowance, Employee discounts from top high street and online brands and much more
Are you passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Do you have the skills and resilience to work with students displaying challenging behaviour? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Role Overview: We are seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant (SEMH) to join an outstanding SEMH school in Widnes, Halton on a long term, supply basis through Academics. In this role, you will work closely with individual students who require additional support due to SEMH challenges and behavioural difficulties. As a Teaching Assistant (SEMH), your primary focus will be to provide tailored support that promotes their academic progress, emotional well-being, and personal development. Your key responsibilities as a Teaching Assistant (SEMH): Provide 1:1 support to students with SEMH needs, helping them engage positively with their learning. Implement strategies to manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour in line with the school's behaviour policies. Collaborate with teaching staff, SENCO, and other professionals to create a supportive and inclusive environment. Support the emotional and social development of students, promoting self-regulation and resilience. Maintain accurate records of student progress and behaviour, feeding back to the relevant staff. Requirements for a Teaching Assistant (SEMH): Experience working with students with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour (in a school or similar setting). Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Patience, empathy, and the ability to remain calm in challenging situations. An understanding of behaviour management strategies and a proactive approach to supporting students. A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Desirable: Relevant qualifications in Education, SEN, or Childcare. Previous experience in a similar SEMH school setting. What We Offer: Competitive daily rates. Ongoing support from a dedicated team at Academics. The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people with SEMH needs. Flexible working patterns on a supply basis. If you're passionate about making a positive impact and have the skills to support students with SEMH and challenging behaviour as a Teaching Assistant (SEMH), we would love to hear from you! Apply today or Give Laura a call at Academics TODAY!
Mar 16, 2026
Seasonal
Are you passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Do you have the skills and resilience to work with students displaying challenging behaviour? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Role Overview: We are seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant (SEMH) to join an outstanding SEMH school in Widnes, Halton on a long term, supply basis through Academics. In this role, you will work closely with individual students who require additional support due to SEMH challenges and behavioural difficulties. As a Teaching Assistant (SEMH), your primary focus will be to provide tailored support that promotes their academic progress, emotional well-being, and personal development. Your key responsibilities as a Teaching Assistant (SEMH): Provide 1:1 support to students with SEMH needs, helping them engage positively with their learning. Implement strategies to manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour in line with the school's behaviour policies. Collaborate with teaching staff, SENCO, and other professionals to create a supportive and inclusive environment. Support the emotional and social development of students, promoting self-regulation and resilience. Maintain accurate records of student progress and behaviour, feeding back to the relevant staff. Requirements for a Teaching Assistant (SEMH): Experience working with students with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour (in a school or similar setting). Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Patience, empathy, and the ability to remain calm in challenging situations. An understanding of behaviour management strategies and a proactive approach to supporting students. A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Desirable: Relevant qualifications in Education, SEN, or Childcare. Previous experience in a similar SEMH school setting. What We Offer: Competitive daily rates. Ongoing support from a dedicated team at Academics. The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people with SEMH needs. Flexible working patterns on a supply basis. If you're passionate about making a positive impact and have the skills to support students with SEMH and challenging behaviour as a Teaching Assistant (SEMH), we would love to hear from you! Apply today or Give Laura a call at Academics TODAY!
Overview and Responsibilities Teaching Assistant - no experience necessary Location: Cranborne, Dorset Contract: Permanent, 40 hours per week, term time only (8am - 4.30pm Monday- Friday) Salary: £22,996 to £25,068 (Actual annual salary, dependent on experience and qualifications) Hourly Rate: £12.87 to £14.03 p/hr Plus £1000 Welcome bonus At Aurora Boveridge College , we prepare our students for adult life, through person-centred academic and vocational study programmes leading to independent living with employment or further study. By working together, we increase resilience, confidence, self-esteem, emotional intelligence, and well-being: the cornerstones on which strong and successful long-term futures are built. To take a virtual tour around our site, click here; Boveridge Virtual Tour The main purpose of the role: As a Teaching Assistant , your role is essential to the support and development of our students being successful, independent, and achieving in a safe and caring learning environment. You will build a professional & trusted relationship with the students which put their health, safety and overall development first. This role will include supporting our teaching staff to deliver on a daily basis a broad and balanced curriculum for our students both on and off site. Flexibility is key in this role and may include working 1:1 with a student when required, or supporting in class working with a small group. Positive behaviour management is an important part of the role. Key duties: Support and facilitate the learning and independence of our students. Contribute to planning, preparation, implementation and evaluation of education programmes, plans and reports as required. Contribute to assessing, recording, and reporting on young peoples' progress Promote and encourage independence at all times. Keep records accurately and up-to-date Ensure safeguarding and health and safety procedures are followed at all times Promote the development of positive social behaviours and self-regulation skills Please see the link below for our full job description: Job Description: Teaching Assistant Skills and Qualifications Whilst previous experience isn't essential; the ability and desire to build a professional & trusted relationship with our young people is. Successful candidates qualities: Full UK driving licence and access to your own car Level 2 or equivalent in Maths and English Please note that the minimum age to work on site is 21 Be positive and creative in meeting young person's needs Be able to work on your own as well as part of a team Good numeracy and literacy skills Competent ICT skills Benefits and Additional Information What's on Offer at Aurora? We believe in supporting you as much as we support the children and young people in our care. Here's a snapshot of the fantastic benefits waiting for you: Grow with Us - Training & Development Learning never stops at Aurora! We offer a wide range of training programmes and career development opportunities to help you build your skills and reach your goals. Save Money on Everyday Essentials With the rising cost of living, our Perkbox app helps you stretch your money further: Discounts on groceries, phone plans, internet, dining out, gym memberships & more Access to our Cycle to Work and Car Scheme Competitive Pay & Reward We regularly benchmark our pay and benefits to stay ahead of the curve. You'll enjoy: Enhanced Annual Leave Company Sick Pay Enhanced Pension Life Assurance 24/7 GP Access - For You & Your Household Need a doctor? No problem. Book a phone or video appointment anytime, day or night. This service covers everyone in your household. UK Health Cash Plan Cover everyday healthcare costs like dental and optician bills. You and your children are included in the scheme, and you can upgrade to add your partner too! Employee Assistance Programme Your wellbeing matters. Get confidential support on a wide range of issues, including: Freephone couns
Mar 16, 2026
Full time
Overview and Responsibilities Teaching Assistant - no experience necessary Location: Cranborne, Dorset Contract: Permanent, 40 hours per week, term time only (8am - 4.30pm Monday- Friday) Salary: £22,996 to £25,068 (Actual annual salary, dependent on experience and qualifications) Hourly Rate: £12.87 to £14.03 p/hr Plus £1000 Welcome bonus At Aurora Boveridge College , we prepare our students for adult life, through person-centred academic and vocational study programmes leading to independent living with employment or further study. By working together, we increase resilience, confidence, self-esteem, emotional intelligence, and well-being: the cornerstones on which strong and successful long-term futures are built. To take a virtual tour around our site, click here; Boveridge Virtual Tour The main purpose of the role: As a Teaching Assistant , your role is essential to the support and development of our students being successful, independent, and achieving in a safe and caring learning environment. You will build a professional & trusted relationship with the students which put their health, safety and overall development first. This role will include supporting our teaching staff to deliver on a daily basis a broad and balanced curriculum for our students both on and off site. Flexibility is key in this role and may include working 1:1 with a student when required, or supporting in class working with a small group. Positive behaviour management is an important part of the role. Key duties: Support and facilitate the learning and independence of our students. Contribute to planning, preparation, implementation and evaluation of education programmes, plans and reports as required. Contribute to assessing, recording, and reporting on young peoples' progress Promote and encourage independence at all times. Keep records accurately and up-to-date Ensure safeguarding and health and safety procedures are followed at all times Promote the development of positive social behaviours and self-regulation skills Please see the link below for our full job description: Job Description: Teaching Assistant Skills and Qualifications Whilst previous experience isn't essential; the ability and desire to build a professional & trusted relationship with our young people is. Successful candidates qualities: Full UK driving licence and access to your own car Level 2 or equivalent in Maths and English Please note that the minimum age to work on site is 21 Be positive and creative in meeting young person's needs Be able to work on your own as well as part of a team Good numeracy and literacy skills Competent ICT skills Benefits and Additional Information What's on Offer at Aurora? We believe in supporting you as much as we support the children and young people in our care. Here's a snapshot of the fantastic benefits waiting for you: Grow with Us - Training & Development Learning never stops at Aurora! We offer a wide range of training programmes and career development opportunities to help you build your skills and reach your goals. Save Money on Everyday Essentials With the rising cost of living, our Perkbox app helps you stretch your money further: Discounts on groceries, phone plans, internet, dining out, gym memberships & more Access to our Cycle to Work and Car Scheme Competitive Pay & Reward We regularly benchmark our pay and benefits to stay ahead of the curve. You'll enjoy: Enhanced Annual Leave Company Sick Pay Enhanced Pension Life Assurance 24/7 GP Access - For You & Your Household Need a doctor? No problem. Book a phone or video appointment anytime, day or night. This service covers everyone in your household. UK Health Cash Plan Cover everyday healthcare costs like dental and optician bills. You and your children are included in the scheme, and you can upgrade to add your partner too! Employee Assistance Programme Your wellbeing matters. Get confidential support on a wide range of issues, including: Freephone couns
Job Description Daytime Healthcare are recruiting on behalf of a national supported living provider for an experienced Service Manager based in Colchester. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Assistant Service Manager or Senior Support Worker ready to step into a management role. Client provides high-quality, person-centred care to individuals with Learning disabilities Mental health needs Physical disabilities Complex behaviours that challenge High-dependency and personal care needs. Key Responsibilities Supervise and develop a team of Support Workers Ensure care plans are person-centred and regularly reviewed Complete and monitor risk assessments (including DOLS) Maintain compliance with CQC regulations Attend care reviews and stakeholder meetings Support recruitment and staffing management Requirements NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (Level 5 desirable) Supported living experience essential Leadership or supervisory experience Strong compliance and safeguarding knowledge Full UK driving licence Apply today!
Mar 16, 2026
Full time
Job Description Daytime Healthcare are recruiting on behalf of a national supported living provider for an experienced Service Manager based in Colchester. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Assistant Service Manager or Senior Support Worker ready to step into a management role. Client provides high-quality, person-centred care to individuals with Learning disabilities Mental health needs Physical disabilities Complex behaviours that challenge High-dependency and personal care needs. Key Responsibilities Supervise and develop a team of Support Workers Ensure care plans are person-centred and regularly reviewed Complete and monitor risk assessments (including DOLS) Maintain compliance with CQC regulations Attend care reviews and stakeholder meetings Support recruitment and staffing management Requirements NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (Level 5 desirable) Supported living experience essential Leadership or supervisory experience Strong compliance and safeguarding knowledge Full UK driving licence Apply today!
Job Description Daytime Healthcare are recruiting on behalf of a national supported living provider for an experienced Service Manager based in Great Holland. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Assistant Service Manager or Senior Support Worker ready to step into a management role. Client provides high-quality, person-centred care to individuals with Learning disabilities Mental health needs Physical disabilities Complex behaviours that challenge High-dependency and personal care needs. Key Responsibilities Lead and supervise a team of Support Workers Review and update person-centred care plans Conduct risk assessments and ensure DOLS compliance Maintain CQC standards and oversee audits Attend reviews and liaise with families and professionals Manage recruitment, staffing, and team development Requirements: NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (Level 5 desirable or working towards) Experience within supported living Previous supervisory experience Strong safeguarding and CQC knowledge Full UK driving licence (essential) Apply today
Mar 16, 2026
Full time
Job Description Daytime Healthcare are recruiting on behalf of a national supported living provider for an experienced Service Manager based in Great Holland. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Assistant Service Manager or Senior Support Worker ready to step into a management role. Client provides high-quality, person-centred care to individuals with Learning disabilities Mental health needs Physical disabilities Complex behaviours that challenge High-dependency and personal care needs. Key Responsibilities Lead and supervise a team of Support Workers Review and update person-centred care plans Conduct risk assessments and ensure DOLS compliance Maintain CQC standards and oversee audits Attend reviews and liaise with families and professionals Manage recruitment, staffing, and team development Requirements: NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (Level 5 desirable or working towards) Experience within supported living Previous supervisory experience Strong safeguarding and CQC knowledge Full UK driving licence (essential) Apply today
Pertemps Network Group are delighted to be assisting a reputable housing provider in the search for an experienced and driven Housing Manager to join their Neighbourhood Services Team. This is an exciting opportunity for a strong leader with a proven background in social housing, tenancy management, and neighbourhood services. The successful postholder will oversee a team of Housing Officers and Housing Assistants, ensuring the delivery of a high quality, resident focused housing management service across local communities. Working Pattern: Fully Site Based Location: London Rate: 280-300 Umbrella The Role The Housing Manager will lead and develop a high performing team, ensuring excellent service delivery across tenancy management, neighbourhood improvements, ASB casework, voids and lettings, estate inspections, and safeguarding. Key responsibilities include: Leading, motivating, and developing a team of Housing Officers and Assistants to deliver a value for money neighbourhood service. Implementing the organisation's neighbourhood services business plan and contributing to budget management. Ensuring compliance with tenancy agreements, taking proactive steps to minimise breaches and improve resident satisfaction. Overseeing quarterly estate inspections, working collaboratively with repairs and estate services. Managing the voids and lettings process, ensuring properties are turned around efficiently and income is maximised. Delivering an effective approach to anti social behaviour through decisive case management and partnership working. Ensuring responsive, victim centred action on domestic abuse cases. Representing Housing Services at court, case conferences, and multi agency meetings. Building strong stakeholder relationships across partner organisations, resident groups, community agencies, and internal teams. Analysing service performance, KPI data, and developing strategies for continuous improvement. Championing equality, diversity, and inclusion across service delivery. Supporting emergency planning, service continuity and the council's safeguarding responsibilities. About You We are seeking a confident and capable leader with experience in social housing and neighbourhood management. You will ideally bring: Experience managing teams in a housing management or neighbourhood services environment. Strong knowledge of housing legislation, tenancy management, and social housing regulatory frameworks. A track record of delivering service improvement, driving performance, and managing change. Experience handling complex ASB cases, complaints, safeguarding concerns, and multi agency working. Excellent communication, influencing, and relationship building skills. Ability to analyse data, manage budgets, and contribute to strategic planning. Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise competing demands. A commitment to equality, diversity, and delivering exceptional customer service. Why Apply? Join a respected and community focused housing provider Lead a passionate team committed to improving local neighbourhoods Make a real impact on residents' quality of life Excellent opportunity for professional growth and development How to Apply If you are an experienced housing management professional looking for your next step, we would love to hear from you. Apply today via Pertemps Network Group and take the next step in your housing career.
Mar 16, 2026
Full time
Pertemps Network Group are delighted to be assisting a reputable housing provider in the search for an experienced and driven Housing Manager to join their Neighbourhood Services Team. This is an exciting opportunity for a strong leader with a proven background in social housing, tenancy management, and neighbourhood services. The successful postholder will oversee a team of Housing Officers and Housing Assistants, ensuring the delivery of a high quality, resident focused housing management service across local communities. Working Pattern: Fully Site Based Location: London Rate: 280-300 Umbrella The Role The Housing Manager will lead and develop a high performing team, ensuring excellent service delivery across tenancy management, neighbourhood improvements, ASB casework, voids and lettings, estate inspections, and safeguarding. Key responsibilities include: Leading, motivating, and developing a team of Housing Officers and Assistants to deliver a value for money neighbourhood service. Implementing the organisation's neighbourhood services business plan and contributing to budget management. Ensuring compliance with tenancy agreements, taking proactive steps to minimise breaches and improve resident satisfaction. Overseeing quarterly estate inspections, working collaboratively with repairs and estate services. Managing the voids and lettings process, ensuring properties are turned around efficiently and income is maximised. Delivering an effective approach to anti social behaviour through decisive case management and partnership working. Ensuring responsive, victim centred action on domestic abuse cases. Representing Housing Services at court, case conferences, and multi agency meetings. Building strong stakeholder relationships across partner organisations, resident groups, community agencies, and internal teams. Analysing service performance, KPI data, and developing strategies for continuous improvement. Championing equality, diversity, and inclusion across service delivery. Supporting emergency planning, service continuity and the council's safeguarding responsibilities. About You We are seeking a confident and capable leader with experience in social housing and neighbourhood management. You will ideally bring: Experience managing teams in a housing management or neighbourhood services environment. Strong knowledge of housing legislation, tenancy management, and social housing regulatory frameworks. A track record of delivering service improvement, driving performance, and managing change. Experience handling complex ASB cases, complaints, safeguarding concerns, and multi agency working. Excellent communication, influencing, and relationship building skills. Ability to analyse data, manage budgets, and contribute to strategic planning. Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise competing demands. A commitment to equality, diversity, and delivering exceptional customer service. Why Apply? Join a respected and community focused housing provider Lead a passionate team committed to improving local neighbourhoods Make a real impact on residents' quality of life Excellent opportunity for professional growth and development How to Apply If you are an experienced housing management professional looking for your next step, we would love to hear from you. Apply today via Pertemps Network Group and take the next step in your housing career.
Role: Teaching Assistant Location: Cambian Dilston College, Corbridge Hours: Term Time Only, Part Time and Full Time Available 30 hours per week, Tuesday - Friday - £16,858.80 per annum 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday - £21,073.50 per annum. Are you a Teaching Assistant looking for a new challenge or perhaps you would like to begin a career in education? We are now recruiting for teaching assistants to join our school. The successful applicant will work as part of a team under the direction of a qualified teacher assisting pupils to access a broad curriculum, based on the National Curriculum. You will have excellent organisational and communication skills as well as being able to work flexibly in relation to tasks undertaken. Experience isn't essential, we will give you all the training and support needed. Benefits: 5.6 weeks paid annual leave with 7.4 weeks unpaid (Term Time employees) Health benefits, including dental and optical cashback after 2 years. Support: 24/7 helpline and hardship grants through the CareTech Foundation. Person Specification Good written and verbal communication skills. Calm under pressure. Professional attitude and appearance. The ability to lead and be led. Experience of working with young people with additional needs. Good organisational skills. Assisting the Teacher/Class Lead in the preparation of the work that is to be carried out in class. Supporting students in lessons both on and off site. Supporting students to make progression with formal learning situations, with self-help skills, life skills and social understanding. To support students through both groups learning and individual programmes. About us: Cambian Dilston College consists of our main college building, four cottages, five apartments and a community house in a nearby town of Hexham making up our 9 acre rural campus located in Dilston, Northumberland. The College caters for young people and adults that have additional learning needs and associated complex behaviours that may challenge. We're now looking to increase the provision of 52 week care placements that can be offered to students. With this development, we are looking to recruit committed, resilient, empathetic and engaging youth support workers to the team. These support workers will deliver a model of positive behaviour support to empower our young people. Alongside this, implementing positive change to their lives, gaining self-regulation skills and developing greater lifelong independence We pride ourselves on being an Equal Opportunities Employer. And we are committed to safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks. Cambian will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination a person who will not on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.
Mar 16, 2026
Full time
Role: Teaching Assistant Location: Cambian Dilston College, Corbridge Hours: Term Time Only, Part Time and Full Time Available 30 hours per week, Tuesday - Friday - £16,858.80 per annum 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday - £21,073.50 per annum. Are you a Teaching Assistant looking for a new challenge or perhaps you would like to begin a career in education? We are now recruiting for teaching assistants to join our school. The successful applicant will work as part of a team under the direction of a qualified teacher assisting pupils to access a broad curriculum, based on the National Curriculum. You will have excellent organisational and communication skills as well as being able to work flexibly in relation to tasks undertaken. Experience isn't essential, we will give you all the training and support needed. Benefits: 5.6 weeks paid annual leave with 7.4 weeks unpaid (Term Time employees) Health benefits, including dental and optical cashback after 2 years. Support: 24/7 helpline and hardship grants through the CareTech Foundation. Person Specification Good written and verbal communication skills. Calm under pressure. Professional attitude and appearance. The ability to lead and be led. Experience of working with young people with additional needs. Good organisational skills. Assisting the Teacher/Class Lead in the preparation of the work that is to be carried out in class. Supporting students in lessons both on and off site. Supporting students to make progression with formal learning situations, with self-help skills, life skills and social understanding. To support students through both groups learning and individual programmes. About us: Cambian Dilston College consists of our main college building, four cottages, five apartments and a community house in a nearby town of Hexham making up our 9 acre rural campus located in Dilston, Northumberland. The College caters for young people and adults that have additional learning needs and associated complex behaviours that may challenge. We're now looking to increase the provision of 52 week care placements that can be offered to students. With this development, we are looking to recruit committed, resilient, empathetic and engaging youth support workers to the team. These support workers will deliver a model of positive behaviour support to empower our young people. Alongside this, implementing positive change to their lives, gaining self-regulation skills and developing greater lifelong independence We pride ourselves on being an Equal Opportunities Employer. And we are committed to safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks. Cambian will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination a person who will not on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.
Youth Worker - Wokingham Support Worker for young people with emotional, behavioural and social difficulties. KS2, KS3 and KS4. Fantastic route for an aspiring Psychologist, Therapist or for someone looking to work in the Criminal Justice system. An alternative provision for children aged 8 to 16 in Wokingham are looking for a Youth Worker to support the social skills, emotional wellbeing and mental health of the students within their school. The school provides an alternative education for children who have social & emotional difficulties such as anxiety and school refusal due to developmental trauma and adverse childhood experiences, as well as specific learning difficulties such as dyslexia and dyscalculia. The Youth Worker will be working to build relationships with these young people and support them to make positive life choices using de-escalation, positive reinforcement and restorative practice. Key Details ASAP Start Youth Worker Specialist School for Children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs £80-£95 per day Wokingham Restorative Practice Shadow Psychologists and Therapists Child Mental Health Support Assistant Your priority as a Youth Mental Health Worker will be the children's social, emotional and mental health development. The Youth Mental Health Worker ideally will have a degree in a related field or experience working with young people. Many of the children have experienced trauma and require someone with resilience and an open-mind to support their mental health challenges. To apply for this Youth Mental Health Worker position please apply to this advert directly. Interviews will be commencing this week.
Mar 16, 2026
Full time
Youth Worker - Wokingham Support Worker for young people with emotional, behavioural and social difficulties. KS2, KS3 and KS4. Fantastic route for an aspiring Psychologist, Therapist or for someone looking to work in the Criminal Justice system. An alternative provision for children aged 8 to 16 in Wokingham are looking for a Youth Worker to support the social skills, emotional wellbeing and mental health of the students within their school. The school provides an alternative education for children who have social & emotional difficulties such as anxiety and school refusal due to developmental trauma and adverse childhood experiences, as well as specific learning difficulties such as dyslexia and dyscalculia. The Youth Worker will be working to build relationships with these young people and support them to make positive life choices using de-escalation, positive reinforcement and restorative practice. Key Details ASAP Start Youth Worker Specialist School for Children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs £80-£95 per day Wokingham Restorative Practice Shadow Psychologists and Therapists Child Mental Health Support Assistant Your priority as a Youth Mental Health Worker will be the children's social, emotional and mental health development. The Youth Mental Health Worker ideally will have a degree in a related field or experience working with young people. Many of the children have experienced trauma and require someone with resilience and an open-mind to support their mental health challenges. To apply for this Youth Mental Health Worker position please apply to this advert directly. Interviews will be commencing this week.
Description The Claims Handler will manage a caseload of EL/PL delegated authority fixed fee cases on behalf of a number of insurance clients, working in conjunction with a Technical Support Lawyer who will be involved in setting strategies and making liability decisions, as well as responsible for their technical development. The role requires a forensic and analytical approach to the issues, together with experience and/or appreciation of the documents and evidence required in these types of cases. The work type likely to feature in the case load are Pre-action disclosure files, Infant Approval Hearings and EL/PL files handled on a Delegated Authority basis. In addition the Assistant File Handler will support File Handlers on tasks within their caseloads. Key Responsibilities Considering and responding to Applications for Pre-action disclosure Handling matters in accordance with client SLA's Instructing Counsel/advocate Reviewing evidence Legal Research Negotiations/ Drafting Payments into Court Dealing with routine correspondence Initial review and setting strategy for the management of the claim Reviewing matters throughout CRU Dealing with disclosure Reviewing evidence (including medical / personnel records) Conducting investigations with Insured's / obtaining witness statements Liaising with parties involved in claims including the insured, Claimant Solicitors and witnesses Instructing Counsel / Experts Attending conferences and Trials with Counsel and note taking Dealing with routine correspondence Reviewing quantum Drafting Tomlin Orders and Consent Orders Draft Cost schedules Dealing with general or straightforward queries Telephone chasing activities Filing out Allocation Questionnaires and witness summon Ensuring compliance with the SRA Standards & Regulations. Working Hours: 35 hours per week Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm with 1 unpaid hour for lunch. Primary location for this role is Parklands, Bolton Office - 1 day a week in office. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Self-confident with good telephone and communication skills with people at all levels inside and outside the business An ability to organise and prioritise tasks using initiative Calm under pressure with the ability to re-prioritise and delegate effectively when required An ability to maintain attention to detail when dealing with repetitive tasks Good Literacy and IT skills Good team worker with the flexibility to do what is required to get a result and ensure client service levels are met Ability to work effectively within the Keoghs Shared Behaviour framework Contributes actively to an environment in which colleagues work cooperatively with each other. Ability to meet performance targets Positive, confident and enthusiastic Excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills Good client care skills and evidence of working to client guidelines on a delegated basis Ability to prioritise work, keep to deadlines and work under pressure High level of analytical skills Previous personal injury file handling experience Legal Education- ILEX, LPC or equivalent work experience Experience of handling a caseload of EL/PL files would be advantageous. Benefits Davies Incentive Plan 25 days holiday per year which increases with level of service (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days) Family Cover Private Medical Insurance (Bupa) - will automatically be at single cover level but can opt into family option within first month of joining. Simply Health Care Cash Plan WeCare - 24/7 online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing covering a whole host of topics to do with health, mental health, wellbeing & healthy living and financial & legal wellbeing Death in Service Critical Illness Cover PHI/Income Protection (Private health insurance) Pension Contribution based 5% Employee / 3% Employer Employee Resource Groups Employee Volunteering Programme Cycle to Work Scheme Tech Scheme Season Ticket Loan Gym Flex Access to Online Discount Sites Discounted Gourmet Society Membership Discounted Tickets for Merlin Attractions nationwide Discounts at local retail outlets after successfully completing probation
Mar 16, 2026
Full time
Description The Claims Handler will manage a caseload of EL/PL delegated authority fixed fee cases on behalf of a number of insurance clients, working in conjunction with a Technical Support Lawyer who will be involved in setting strategies and making liability decisions, as well as responsible for their technical development. The role requires a forensic and analytical approach to the issues, together with experience and/or appreciation of the documents and evidence required in these types of cases. The work type likely to feature in the case load are Pre-action disclosure files, Infant Approval Hearings and EL/PL files handled on a Delegated Authority basis. In addition the Assistant File Handler will support File Handlers on tasks within their caseloads. Key Responsibilities Considering and responding to Applications for Pre-action disclosure Handling matters in accordance with client SLA's Instructing Counsel/advocate Reviewing evidence Legal Research Negotiations/ Drafting Payments into Court Dealing with routine correspondence Initial review and setting strategy for the management of the claim Reviewing matters throughout CRU Dealing with disclosure Reviewing evidence (including medical / personnel records) Conducting investigations with Insured's / obtaining witness statements Liaising with parties involved in claims including the insured, Claimant Solicitors and witnesses Instructing Counsel / Experts Attending conferences and Trials with Counsel and note taking Dealing with routine correspondence Reviewing quantum Drafting Tomlin Orders and Consent Orders Draft Cost schedules Dealing with general or straightforward queries Telephone chasing activities Filing out Allocation Questionnaires and witness summon Ensuring compliance with the SRA Standards & Regulations. Working Hours: 35 hours per week Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm with 1 unpaid hour for lunch. Primary location for this role is Parklands, Bolton Office - 1 day a week in office. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Self-confident with good telephone and communication skills with people at all levels inside and outside the business An ability to organise and prioritise tasks using initiative Calm under pressure with the ability to re-prioritise and delegate effectively when required An ability to maintain attention to detail when dealing with repetitive tasks Good Literacy and IT skills Good team worker with the flexibility to do what is required to get a result and ensure client service levels are met Ability to work effectively within the Keoghs Shared Behaviour framework Contributes actively to an environment in which colleagues work cooperatively with each other. Ability to meet performance targets Positive, confident and enthusiastic Excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills Good client care skills and evidence of working to client guidelines on a delegated basis Ability to prioritise work, keep to deadlines and work under pressure High level of analytical skills Previous personal injury file handling experience Legal Education- ILEX, LPC or equivalent work experience Experience of handling a caseload of EL/PL files would be advantageous. Benefits Davies Incentive Plan 25 days holiday per year which increases with level of service (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days) Family Cover Private Medical Insurance (Bupa) - will automatically be at single cover level but can opt into family option within first month of joining. Simply Health Care Cash Plan WeCare - 24/7 online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing covering a whole host of topics to do with health, mental health, wellbeing & healthy living and financial & legal wellbeing Death in Service Critical Illness Cover PHI/Income Protection (Private health insurance) Pension Contribution based 5% Employee / 3% Employer Employee Resource Groups Employee Volunteering Programme Cycle to Work Scheme Tech Scheme Season Ticket Loan Gym Flex Access to Online Discount Sites Discounted Gourmet Society Membership Discounted Tickets for Merlin Attractions nationwide Discounts at local retail outlets after successfully completing probation
Full-Time Teaching Assistants - SEN Primary SchoolAre you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs?Do you want to be part of a supportive and nurturing school community that puts pupils at the heart of everything it does?We are working to support a specialist school in Telford to recruit full-time Teaching Assistants to join their dedicated and experienced team. The school caters to children aged 5 to 11 with a range of needs including:- Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)- Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD)- Speech, Language and Communication Needs- Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties- Sensory and/or Physical NeedsAbout the Role:As a Teaching Assistant you will play a key role in supporting pupils to access a rich, engaging curriculum tailored to their individual needs. You'll work closely with teaching staff and other professionals to help children thrive socially, emotionally, and academically.Key Responsibilities:- Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis or in small groups with their learning and development- Assisting with the delivery of personalised learning plans- Helping pupils to build confidence, communication, and independence- Supporting the management of behaviour in a positive, inclusive way- Ensure a safe, caring and supportive learning environmentWhat We're Looking For:- Experience working with children with SEN (particularly MLD, ASD, or communication difficulties) is highly desirable- A calm, patient, and empathetic approach- A genuine passion for working with children who have additional needsIf you're ready to be part of a school where every child is valued and every achievement celebrated, we'd love to hear from you.Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.
Mar 16, 2026
Seasonal
Full-Time Teaching Assistants - SEN Primary SchoolAre you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs?Do you want to be part of a supportive and nurturing school community that puts pupils at the heart of everything it does?We are working to support a specialist school in Telford to recruit full-time Teaching Assistants to join their dedicated and experienced team. The school caters to children aged 5 to 11 with a range of needs including:- Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)- Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD)- Speech, Language and Communication Needs- Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties- Sensory and/or Physical NeedsAbout the Role:As a Teaching Assistant you will play a key role in supporting pupils to access a rich, engaging curriculum tailored to their individual needs. You'll work closely with teaching staff and other professionals to help children thrive socially, emotionally, and academically.Key Responsibilities:- Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis or in small groups with their learning and development- Assisting with the delivery of personalised learning plans- Helping pupils to build confidence, communication, and independence- Supporting the management of behaviour in a positive, inclusive way- Ensure a safe, caring and supportive learning environmentWhat We're Looking For:- Experience working with children with SEN (particularly MLD, ASD, or communication difficulties) is highly desirable- A calm, patient, and empathetic approach- A genuine passion for working with children who have additional needsIf you're ready to be part of a school where every child is valued and every achievement celebrated, we'd love to hear from you.Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.
