Drive Quality Through Collaboration and Creativity The Service & Team: Cornwall Adult Education is evolving, andwe'reseeking a Quality Lead who thrives on partnership, creativity, and collaborative improvement. Cornwall Adult Education is a key part of Cornwall Council's offer to residents, providinghigh quality, accessible, and engaging learning opportunities for adults across the county. The service delivers both accredited and non-accredited programmes-from essential skills such as English, maths, and digital literacy to leisure, community learning, creative subjects, and pathways into further study or employment. Its mission is centred on helping adults gain the skills, confidence, and qualifications they need to progress in life and work, offering flexible, affordable provision in safe, welcoming environments. As aCouncil runprovider within a newly devolved adult skills system, Cornwall Adult Education plays a vital role in meeting local priorities, supporting workforce development, and ensuring learners can accesshigh qualityeducation close to home.The service has a strongtrack record, including a 'Good' Ofsted rating in 2024. The Role: You will shape how quality is understood and delivered across diverse teams, working closely with colleagues to build a culture of excellence. If you enjoy co-designing solutions, leading positive change, and shaping a role as the service grows-this is a rare opportunity to do exactly that. AsQuality Lead,you'llplay a pivotal leadership role in ensuring the Adult Education Service delivers outstanding learning experiences across Cornwall.You'llleadthe development and implementation of a robust,service widequality assurance framework that meets Ofsted, funding body, andawarding organisationrequirements. Working closely with the Adult Education Service Manager and the Data Team,you willdrive a culture of continuous improvement through the effective use of data, internal audit, and strategic quality planning.Youact as the Ofsted nominee, lead inspection readiness activity, and oversee compliance across all curriculum areas and subcontracted provision. You willalso manage a team of quality professionals and collaborate with tutors, assessors, curriculum leads and operational teams to embed high-quality teaching, learning and assessment. Responsibilities include defining KPIs, quality metrics and cycles; leading on OTLA and RARPA processes; ensuring Matrix accreditation; benchmarking performance; and producing strategic quality reports for senior leaders and governance boards. This position will be subject to a basic criminal record disclosure check. Working Pattern: Thisis a fullyear-roundpositionfor 37 hours a weekandis offeredwith hybrid working arrangements. Whatyou'llneed to succeed: You are an experienced quality professional with strong technicalexpertiseand a passion for improving learner outcomes. You bring: Strong knowledge of adult education quality frameworks, Ofsted requirements andawarding bodystandards. Confidence using data and performance systems to analyse trends and drive improvement. Experience leading quality assurance activity, including inspection readiness, internalauditsand compliance. The ability to design and implement effective QA frameworks, KPIs and quality cycles. Strong analytical, communication and influencing skills, with the ability to provide constructive challenge. Experience supporting or managing quality teams and developing CPD for tutors and assessors. A collaborative, organisedapproachand a genuine commitment to deliveringhigh qualitylearning for Cornwall's communities. This is a key role for someone with deep knowledge of adult education quality assurance, strong analytical skills, excellent communication and leadership capabilities, and experience drivingservice wideimprovement. Please read the role profile for the full details of this role attached below in this advert Whatyou'llget in return: Cornwall Council's ambition is to be an employer of choice, a high performingCounciland a learning organisation. We commit to providing a reward and benefits package to attract, motivate and reward our employees. We offer a range of flexible working options to our staff. This helps provide our employees with a greater work/life balance. Whilst still ensuring that service needs are met. Our core employee rewards and benefits include: a defined benefit pension scheme, based on your career average earnings. This includes theoptionfor extra voluntary contributions a generous annual leave entitlement with the potential topurchaseadditionalleave. A national award-winning employee health and wellbeing programme Employee benefits scheme giving employees access to a wide range of discounts to local and national goods and services. Additional Information: Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role We recommend saving a copy of this to refer to if you are invited to an interview. For more information or an informal chat about the role please contactLiz Myhill, Cornwall Adult Education Service Manager, ,. Application Process Please attach a supporting statement to your application, you can add your Education & Qualifications details manually using the application form timeline or you can upload your CV. Remember to demonstratewhy you are suitable against each of the points marked as 'Application' on the Role Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience, which clearly illustrates what you did and the effect it had. Guidance on how to complete your application can be found here -The application process . Please note that applications cannot be edited after they have beensubmitted, please if you have any queries or requireassistancewith your application. Existing employees must apply using their Cornwall Council email address through the Opportunity Marketplace on Oracle. We are happy to talk about flexible working options such as part-time or compressed hours. More examples of our flexible working opportunities can be foundhere -flexible working options . Fairness and inclusion are at the heart of our vision for Cornwall. In order to best serve our communities, we are striving to achieve a diverse workforce that is inclusive of all backgrounds, cultures and identities; e.g., race, disability, sex, gender reassignment status, age, religion and sexual orientation. We are an equal opportunities and Disability Confident employer, and we will assess applicants on their merits. Cornwall Council is committed to safeguarding and following safer recruitment principles to help make sure our staff and volunteers are suitable to work with children, youngpeopleand adults at risk.It'sa vital part of creating a safe and positive environment and making a commitment to keeping all service users safe from harm. Job Info Job Identification Posting Date 04/02/2026, 01:59 PM Apply Before 04/26/2026, 10:59 PM Locations Chy Trevail, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL31 2FR, GB Job Type/Contract Type Permanent Available Hours 37 Interview Dates 5th May 2026 Advertised Salary Range £46,356 - £55,272
Apr 12, 2026
Full time
Drive Quality Through Collaboration and Creativity The Service & Team: Cornwall Adult Education is evolving, andwe'reseeking a Quality Lead who thrives on partnership, creativity, and collaborative improvement. Cornwall Adult Education is a key part of Cornwall Council's offer to residents, providinghigh quality, accessible, and engaging learning opportunities for adults across the county. The service delivers both accredited and non-accredited programmes-from essential skills such as English, maths, and digital literacy to leisure, community learning, creative subjects, and pathways into further study or employment. Its mission is centred on helping adults gain the skills, confidence, and qualifications they need to progress in life and work, offering flexible, affordable provision in safe, welcoming environments. As aCouncil runprovider within a newly devolved adult skills system, Cornwall Adult Education plays a vital role in meeting local priorities, supporting workforce development, and ensuring learners can accesshigh qualityeducation close to home.The service has a strongtrack record, including a 'Good' Ofsted rating in 2024. The Role: You will shape how quality is understood and delivered across diverse teams, working closely with colleagues to build a culture of excellence. If you enjoy co-designing solutions, leading positive change, and shaping a role as the service grows-this is a rare opportunity to do exactly that. AsQuality Lead,you'llplay a pivotal leadership role in ensuring the Adult Education Service delivers outstanding learning experiences across Cornwall.You'llleadthe development and implementation of a robust,service widequality assurance framework that meets Ofsted, funding body, andawarding organisationrequirements. Working closely with the Adult Education Service Manager and the Data Team,you willdrive a culture of continuous improvement through the effective use of data, internal audit, and strategic quality planning.Youact as the Ofsted nominee, lead inspection readiness activity, and oversee compliance across all curriculum areas and subcontracted provision. You willalso manage a team of quality professionals and collaborate with tutors, assessors, curriculum leads and operational teams to embed high-quality teaching, learning and assessment. Responsibilities include defining KPIs, quality metrics and cycles; leading on OTLA and RARPA processes; ensuring Matrix accreditation; benchmarking performance; and producing strategic quality reports for senior leaders and governance boards. This position will be subject to a basic criminal record disclosure check. Working Pattern: Thisis a fullyear-roundpositionfor 37 hours a weekandis offeredwith hybrid working arrangements. Whatyou'llneed to succeed: You are an experienced quality professional with strong technicalexpertiseand a passion for improving learner outcomes. You bring: Strong knowledge of adult education quality frameworks, Ofsted requirements andawarding bodystandards. Confidence using data and performance systems to analyse trends and drive improvement. Experience leading quality assurance activity, including inspection readiness, internalauditsand compliance. The ability to design and implement effective QA frameworks, KPIs and quality cycles. Strong analytical, communication and influencing skills, with the ability to provide constructive challenge. Experience supporting or managing quality teams and developing CPD for tutors and assessors. A collaborative, organisedapproachand a genuine commitment to deliveringhigh qualitylearning for Cornwall's communities. This is a key role for someone with deep knowledge of adult education quality assurance, strong analytical skills, excellent communication and leadership capabilities, and experience drivingservice wideimprovement. Please read the role profile for the full details of this role attached below in this advert Whatyou'llget in return: Cornwall Council's ambition is to be an employer of choice, a high performingCounciland a learning organisation. We commit to providing a reward and benefits package to attract, motivate and reward our employees. We offer a range of flexible working options to our staff. This helps provide our employees with a greater work/life balance. Whilst still ensuring that service needs are met. Our core employee rewards and benefits include: a defined benefit pension scheme, based on your career average earnings. This includes theoptionfor extra voluntary contributions a generous annual leave entitlement with the potential topurchaseadditionalleave. A national award-winning employee health and wellbeing programme Employee benefits scheme giving employees access to a wide range of discounts to local and national goods and services. Additional Information: Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role We recommend saving a copy of this to refer to if you are invited to an interview. For more information or an informal chat about the role please contactLiz Myhill, Cornwall Adult Education Service Manager, ,. Application Process Please attach a supporting statement to your application, you can add your Education & Qualifications details manually using the application form timeline or you can upload your CV. Remember to demonstratewhy you are suitable against each of the points marked as 'Application' on the Role Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience, which clearly illustrates what you did and the effect it had. Guidance on how to complete your application can be found here -The application process . Please note that applications cannot be edited after they have beensubmitted, please if you have any queries or requireassistancewith your application. Existing employees must apply using their Cornwall Council email address through the Opportunity Marketplace on Oracle. We are happy to talk about flexible working options such as part-time or compressed hours. More examples of our flexible working opportunities can be foundhere -flexible working options . Fairness and inclusion are at the heart of our vision for Cornwall. In order to best serve our communities, we are striving to achieve a diverse workforce that is inclusive of all backgrounds, cultures and identities; e.g., race, disability, sex, gender reassignment status, age, religion and sexual orientation. We are an equal opportunities and Disability Confident employer, and we will assess applicants on their merits. Cornwall Council is committed to safeguarding and following safer recruitment principles to help make sure our staff and volunteers are suitable to work with children, youngpeopleand adults at risk.It'sa vital part of creating a safe and positive environment and making a commitment to keeping all service users safe from harm. Job Info Job Identification Posting Date 04/02/2026, 01:59 PM Apply Before 04/26/2026, 10:59 PM Locations Chy Trevail, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL31 2FR, GB Job Type/Contract Type Permanent Available Hours 37 Interview Dates 5th May 2026 Advertised Salary Range £46,356 - £55,272
NXTGEN Recruitment are pleased to be working in partnership with a business that values innovation and fresh thinking as they search for a Management Accountant. My client is an entrepreneurial, fast-paced company with exciting growth plans and a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to be hands-on with all things management accounts. This role will see you working closely with senior leaders, owning the monthly accounts process, and being a true business partner across departments. You'll join a collaborative and forward-thinking team that values curiosity, drive, and initiative-perfect for someone who wants to grow alongside the business and truly make an impact. Key responsibilities Producing monthly management accounts with full commentary and analysis Preparing accruals, prepayments and journals Supporting budgeting and forecasting processes Cashflow reporting and balance sheet reconciliations Business partnering with various departments to drive performance and cost efficiency Identifying areas for process improvement and helping implement change Supporting with year-end audit and statutory requirements Benefits A study support package to help you progress through your qualifications Hybrid working You'll need to be AAT qualified/ QBE with a solid grounding in management accounting and a desire to take ownership in a fast-paced, evolving environment. I'm looking to speak with someone who is proactive, commercially minded, and eager to learn. Strong communication skills are essential, along with the confidence to engage with stakeholders at all levels and the ability to adapt quickly to change. Apply with Daniel today.
Apr 12, 2026
Full time
NXTGEN Recruitment are pleased to be working in partnership with a business that values innovation and fresh thinking as they search for a Management Accountant. My client is an entrepreneurial, fast-paced company with exciting growth plans and a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to be hands-on with all things management accounts. This role will see you working closely with senior leaders, owning the monthly accounts process, and being a true business partner across departments. You'll join a collaborative and forward-thinking team that values curiosity, drive, and initiative-perfect for someone who wants to grow alongside the business and truly make an impact. Key responsibilities Producing monthly management accounts with full commentary and analysis Preparing accruals, prepayments and journals Supporting budgeting and forecasting processes Cashflow reporting and balance sheet reconciliations Business partnering with various departments to drive performance and cost efficiency Identifying areas for process improvement and helping implement change Supporting with year-end audit and statutory requirements Benefits A study support package to help you progress through your qualifications Hybrid working You'll need to be AAT qualified/ QBE with a solid grounding in management accounting and a desire to take ownership in a fast-paced, evolving environment. I'm looking to speak with someone who is proactive, commercially minded, and eager to learn. Strong communication skills are essential, along with the confidence to engage with stakeholders at all levels and the ability to adapt quickly to change. Apply with Daniel today.
We are looking for a Handy Person to assist on an on going job in Northampton. The job role will be working in a production enviroment creating pre-fabrication works for a large mechanical and electrical firm. We are looking for a handy person that can work with a variety of tools. If you are available for work and would like more information on the above role please send your CV to (url removed) BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR ARC • Working with one of East Anglia s leading Recruitment agencies with 16 years within the marketplace, recruiting for many of the region s leading companies. • In a recent survey 96% of our clients stated ARC are their preferred agency labour supplier. • Paid annual leave pro-rata for PAYE (inclusive of statutory holiday) • Weekly pay with a 1 hour pay resolution guarantee. • Pension contribution (after 3 months continuous service). • On-going assignments • Free access to our Health Assured scheme for you and your family. • Access to Free online training. Please contact our Mechanical & Electrical Recruitment specialists in Rugby if you are available for this position ARC M&E BUILDING ON SUCCESS
Apr 12, 2026
Contractor
We are looking for a Handy Person to assist on an on going job in Northampton. The job role will be working in a production enviroment creating pre-fabrication works for a large mechanical and electrical firm. We are looking for a handy person that can work with a variety of tools. If you are available for work and would like more information on the above role please send your CV to (url removed) BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR ARC • Working with one of East Anglia s leading Recruitment agencies with 16 years within the marketplace, recruiting for many of the region s leading companies. • In a recent survey 96% of our clients stated ARC are their preferred agency labour supplier. • Paid annual leave pro-rata for PAYE (inclusive of statutory holiday) • Weekly pay with a 1 hour pay resolution guarantee. • Pension contribution (after 3 months continuous service). • On-going assignments • Free access to our Health Assured scheme for you and your family. • Access to Free online training. Please contact our Mechanical & Electrical Recruitment specialists in Rugby if you are available for this position ARC M&E BUILDING ON SUCCESS
Joseph Hughes Associates
Caerphilly, Mid Glamorgan
Mechatronics/Electrical Product Design and Development Engineer Caerphilly area • Competitive salary very dependent on experience + Excellent Benefits Monday-Thursday working week Are you looking for an exciting and rewarding Company who has a people focused culture. An exceptional opportunity to join a Global Manufacturing company Experience gained in an Electrical Product Design Engineering role would be ideal and may suit an Electrical or Mechatronics Graduate Engineer with 2-3 years experience of working in a manufacturing organisation This is a product design role, you MUST have strong electrical engineering skills You might be a Graduate Engineer who has developed your career within a Design Engineering role over the last 3 years+ New Product Introduction Collaborate with customers and suppliers to select and validate components, ensuring they meet specifications and project requirements. Develop control specifications and work closely with software teams to deliver integrated hardware and software solutions. Test and Validation Support - Creating, executing test and validating plans for products and components, documenting the results. Gap analysis on customer electrical requirements. Plan and support compliance tests. Design and build prototype test equipment. Customer support: Conduct technical investigations with customers to identify root causes and collaborate with suppliers on corrective actions. Experience of working within a design/development environment circa 3 years+ Degree in a relevant discipline is desirable or design engineering experience in electrical engineering. Some travelling will be required You must have the legal right to work in the U.K without sponsorship in order to apply for this position. Desirable but not essential Experience of working within the automotive industry. Knowledge of HVAC systems and components is a distinct advantage. Skills Competence: Using the Creo 3D Cad package or similar is a distinct advantage but not essential. Ability to understand/produce technical drawings. Awareness or involvement in change management processes Communication skills in all forms including written, oral, email, telephone, and presentations. Excellent computer skills and competence in developing and using a PC and associated networks and systems to acquire, manipulate and disseminate information. Proficient with the Microsoft Office suite of software Benefits: • Competitive salary Discretionary Incentive Scheme • Group Life Assurance Scheme • Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme • Company Sick Pay scheme • Above statutory holiday entitlement • Employee Referral Scheme • Flexible Working Hours Travel to work from; Cardiff, Merthyr, Tredegar, Blackwood, Ebbw Vale, Caerphilly, Cwmbran, Newport, Pontypridd, Bridgend.
Apr 11, 2026
Full time
Mechatronics/Electrical Product Design and Development Engineer Caerphilly area • Competitive salary very dependent on experience + Excellent Benefits Monday-Thursday working week Are you looking for an exciting and rewarding Company who has a people focused culture. An exceptional opportunity to join a Global Manufacturing company Experience gained in an Electrical Product Design Engineering role would be ideal and may suit an Electrical or Mechatronics Graduate Engineer with 2-3 years experience of working in a manufacturing organisation This is a product design role, you MUST have strong electrical engineering skills You might be a Graduate Engineer who has developed your career within a Design Engineering role over the last 3 years+ New Product Introduction Collaborate with customers and suppliers to select and validate components, ensuring they meet specifications and project requirements. Develop control specifications and work closely with software teams to deliver integrated hardware and software solutions. Test and Validation Support - Creating, executing test and validating plans for products and components, documenting the results. Gap analysis on customer electrical requirements. Plan and support compliance tests. Design and build prototype test equipment. Customer support: Conduct technical investigations with customers to identify root causes and collaborate with suppliers on corrective actions. Experience of working within a design/development environment circa 3 years+ Degree in a relevant discipline is desirable or design engineering experience in electrical engineering. Some travelling will be required You must have the legal right to work in the U.K without sponsorship in order to apply for this position. Desirable but not essential Experience of working within the automotive industry. Knowledge of HVAC systems and components is a distinct advantage. Skills Competence: Using the Creo 3D Cad package or similar is a distinct advantage but not essential. Ability to understand/produce technical drawings. Awareness or involvement in change management processes Communication skills in all forms including written, oral, email, telephone, and presentations. Excellent computer skills and competence in developing and using a PC and associated networks and systems to acquire, manipulate and disseminate information. Proficient with the Microsoft Office suite of software Benefits: • Competitive salary Discretionary Incentive Scheme • Group Life Assurance Scheme • Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme • Company Sick Pay scheme • Above statutory holiday entitlement • Employee Referral Scheme • Flexible Working Hours Travel to work from; Cardiff, Merthyr, Tredegar, Blackwood, Ebbw Vale, Caerphilly, Cwmbran, Newport, Pontypridd, Bridgend.
Thisis an exciting opportunity for you to join Willow Wood Hospice, working closelywith the Head of People. Main duties of the job The successful candidate will lead andcoordinate the Hospices quality governance, assurance and compliance activityensuring robust systems for audit delivery, regulatory and commissionerreadiness, policy/document control, risk and incident governance andperformance assurance reporting and plays a key role in supporting the Senior Management Team ongovernance and compliance matters. About us Willow Wood Hospice is an adult Hospice providing specialist palliativecare for patients with life limiting illnesses, both cancer andnon-cancer diagnosis. We provide care, free of charge, and patients,families and their carers are at the centre of everything we do. Job responsibilities Governance, assurance and regulatorycompliance Lead day-to-daydelivery of quality governance systems, ensuring structured oversight ofcompliance requirements, evidence collation and reporting cycles acrossservices. Maintain organisationalreadiness for external scrutiny by ensuring governance artefacts are current,complete, traceable and accessible. Support the CEO& Senior Management Team (SMT) with assurance reporting, action trackingand governance development activity. External inspection and accreditationreadiness Coordinatepreparation and evidence portfolios for external inspection and accreditationactivity e.g. CQC and other relevant framework standards as applicable. Maintaininspection readiness trackers, action logs and evidence sets, ensuring timelyclosure of action with clear audit trails. Support CEO andSMT during visits/reviews including briefings, evidence retrieval and follow-upaction coordination. Audit programme and quality improvement Coordinate anddeliver the internal audit programme across the Hospice, ensuing audits arescoped, scheduled and completed to deadline using standardised tools/templates. Ensure auditfindings translate into SMART actions, tracked to completion with evidencebased closure and measurable improvement. Lead continuousimprovement by promoting learning, standardisation and effective governanceroutines across teams. Risks, incident, complaints and learning Lead effectiveincident, complaint and feedback governance, including logging oversight,investigation support, thematic reviews and tracking learning/actions toclosure. Lead on the Riskmodule on Vantage Contribute torisk management processes (risk registers, risk assessments), ensuringmitigation actions are tracked and evidenced. Promote a justculture and leaning approach to safety and quality improvement. Training, engagement and stakeholder working Build effectiveworking relationships with the Senior Management Team, clinical leads,operational managers and wider staff groups to enable sustained compliance. Represent theQuality & Governance functions at internal meetings and where appropriate,external stakeholder discussions. Professional and organisationalresponsibilities Maintainconfidentiality and comply with information governance requirements, GDPR andorganisational IG policies, ensuring secure handling and appropriate accesscontrols for governance evidence. Maintain up todate knowledge of relevant quality, governance and assurance frameworksapplicable to the Hospice. Takeresponsibility for the management, development and improvement of systemssupporting your role e.g. Vantage modules or other systems as required. Undertake otherduties consistent with the post as required to support organisationalpriorities. Become an activemember and participant in any Hospice UK quality initiatives / groups. Network withsimilar post holders both regionally and nationally in order to supportbenchmarking for Willow Wood Hospice Services and also keep up to date withquality agenda in healthcare. To adhere to allWillow Wood Hospice standards, policies and procedures. To takeresponsibility for own personal learning and development, and to support thelearning and development of others and the organisation as a whole; acommitment to completing all training required and refreshing training asappropriate. To conduct allwork in a manner reflective of the organisational values and behaviours. AdditionalNotes a) This document is a guideline to the generalscope of duties involved and will be reviewed at regular intervals. It is notintended as a rigid inflexible specification. b) The employer shares with the employee the dualresponsibility for suggestions to alter thescope and content of this document in order to improve the workingsituation. c) There is a duty to be aware and adhere to allprofessional governing body rules and any particular Acts or statutoryrequirements, which may vary from time to time. d) Willow Wood Hospice operates a no smokingpolicy e) This post requires a satisfactory enhanceddisclosure from the Disclosure Barring Service (DBS). Person Specification Qualifications Degree or equivalent experience/qualification. Evidence of continued professional development. Clinical or Risk Management Qualification. Professional qualifications in management, quality, project management or governance. Root cause analysis/serious incident training / qualification. Personal Attributes and qualities A naturally collaborative team player. High personal integrity and commitment. Empathy with the aims and values of the Hospice. An understanding of corporate responsibilities. Ability to work under pressure. Proven track record at managing resources effectively. Demonstration of strong assertiveness and interpersonal skills. Demonstrate flexibility both within the Hospice and across organisational boundaries with credibility and integrity. Experience An understanding of the General Data Protection Regulation and the importance of confidentiality. An understanding of the meaning of and responsibility for Safeguarding. Experience working in a quality/compliance role. Proven track record of planning and facilitating service change in response to risk management issues. Ability to produce high quality comprehensive reports to senior management level. Ability to analyse and condense highly complex information to produce concise briefings and summaries. Ability to interpret and apply national and local policy. Excellent communication, negotiating, influencing, organisation and interpersonal analytical, interpretive and conflict management skills. Good presentation skills and the ability to present complex and sensitive information to senior managers where there may be barriers to acceptance. Practical experience of quality and governance principles, systems and processes. Detailed knowledge of risk management, clinical and corporate governance and its impact on the organisation. Knowledge of computer skills for use of power point presentations, reports statistical analysis e.g. PowerPoint, excel and work programmes. Management experience within a healthcare organisation. Knowledge and experience in clinical audit. Evidence of collaborative working across a wider health/social care economy. NHS Standards Framework. Vantage (Sentinel) risk management software (or equivalent e.g. Datix, Ulysses Safeguard). Evidence of carrying out complex investigations RCA, serious incidents, division reviews etc. Evidence of collaborative working across a wider health/social care economy. Good working knowledge of the national agenda around health reforms. Good understanding of the key national initiatives/Trust priorities around: - oNPSA, MHRA & CQC. oDuty of Candour. oSerious incident and complaints management. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Apr 11, 2026
Full time
Thisis an exciting opportunity for you to join Willow Wood Hospice, working closelywith the Head of People. Main duties of the job The successful candidate will lead andcoordinate the Hospices quality governance, assurance and compliance activityensuring robust systems for audit delivery, regulatory and commissionerreadiness, policy/document control, risk and incident governance andperformance assurance reporting and plays a key role in supporting the Senior Management Team ongovernance and compliance matters. About us Willow Wood Hospice is an adult Hospice providing specialist palliativecare for patients with life limiting illnesses, both cancer andnon-cancer diagnosis. We provide care, free of charge, and patients,families and their carers are at the centre of everything we do. Job responsibilities Governance, assurance and regulatorycompliance Lead day-to-daydelivery of quality governance systems, ensuring structured oversight ofcompliance requirements, evidence collation and reporting cycles acrossservices. Maintain organisationalreadiness for external scrutiny by ensuring governance artefacts are current,complete, traceable and accessible. Support the CEO& Senior Management Team (SMT) with assurance reporting, action trackingand governance development activity. External inspection and accreditationreadiness Coordinatepreparation and evidence portfolios for external inspection and accreditationactivity e.g. CQC and other relevant framework standards as applicable. Maintaininspection readiness trackers, action logs and evidence sets, ensuring timelyclosure of action with clear audit trails. Support CEO andSMT during visits/reviews including briefings, evidence retrieval and follow-upaction coordination. Audit programme and quality improvement Coordinate anddeliver the internal audit programme across the Hospice, ensuing audits arescoped, scheduled and completed to deadline using standardised tools/templates. Ensure auditfindings translate into SMART actions, tracked to completion with evidencebased closure and measurable improvement. Lead continuousimprovement by promoting learning, standardisation and effective governanceroutines across teams. Risks, incident, complaints and learning Lead effectiveincident, complaint and feedback governance, including logging oversight,investigation support, thematic reviews and tracking learning/actions toclosure. Lead on the Riskmodule on Vantage Contribute torisk management processes (risk registers, risk assessments), ensuringmitigation actions are tracked and evidenced. Promote a justculture and leaning approach to safety and quality improvement. Training, engagement and stakeholder working Build effectiveworking relationships with the Senior Management Team, clinical leads,operational managers and wider staff groups to enable sustained compliance. Represent theQuality & Governance functions at internal meetings and where appropriate,external stakeholder discussions. Professional and organisationalresponsibilities Maintainconfidentiality and comply with information governance requirements, GDPR andorganisational IG policies, ensuring secure handling and appropriate accesscontrols for governance evidence. Maintain up todate knowledge of relevant quality, governance and assurance frameworksapplicable to the Hospice. Takeresponsibility for the management, development and improvement of systemssupporting your role e.g. Vantage modules or other systems as required. Undertake otherduties consistent with the post as required to support organisationalpriorities. Become an activemember and participant in any Hospice UK quality initiatives / groups. Network withsimilar post holders both regionally and nationally in order to supportbenchmarking for Willow Wood Hospice Services and also keep up to date withquality agenda in healthcare. To adhere to allWillow Wood Hospice standards, policies and procedures. To takeresponsibility for own personal learning and development, and to support thelearning and development of others and the organisation as a whole; acommitment to completing all training required and refreshing training asappropriate. To conduct allwork in a manner reflective of the organisational values and behaviours. AdditionalNotes a) This document is a guideline to the generalscope of duties involved and will be reviewed at regular intervals. It is notintended as a rigid inflexible specification. b) The employer shares with the employee the dualresponsibility for suggestions to alter thescope and content of this document in order to improve the workingsituation. c) There is a duty to be aware and adhere to allprofessional governing body rules and any particular Acts or statutoryrequirements, which may vary from time to time. d) Willow Wood Hospice operates a no smokingpolicy e) This post requires a satisfactory enhanceddisclosure from the Disclosure Barring Service (DBS). Person Specification Qualifications Degree or equivalent experience/qualification. Evidence of continued professional development. Clinical or Risk Management Qualification. Professional qualifications in management, quality, project management or governance. Root cause analysis/serious incident training / qualification. Personal Attributes and qualities A naturally collaborative team player. High personal integrity and commitment. Empathy with the aims and values of the Hospice. An understanding of corporate responsibilities. Ability to work under pressure. Proven track record at managing resources effectively. Demonstration of strong assertiveness and interpersonal skills. Demonstrate flexibility both within the Hospice and across organisational boundaries with credibility and integrity. Experience An understanding of the General Data Protection Regulation and the importance of confidentiality. An understanding of the meaning of and responsibility for Safeguarding. Experience working in a quality/compliance role. Proven track record of planning and facilitating service change in response to risk management issues. Ability to produce high quality comprehensive reports to senior management level. Ability to analyse and condense highly complex information to produce concise briefings and summaries. Ability to interpret and apply national and local policy. Excellent communication, negotiating, influencing, organisation and interpersonal analytical, interpretive and conflict management skills. Good presentation skills and the ability to present complex and sensitive information to senior managers where there may be barriers to acceptance. Practical experience of quality and governance principles, systems and processes. Detailed knowledge of risk management, clinical and corporate governance and its impact on the organisation. Knowledge of computer skills for use of power point presentations, reports statistical analysis e.g. PowerPoint, excel and work programmes. Management experience within a healthcare organisation. Knowledge and experience in clinical audit. Evidence of collaborative working across a wider health/social care economy. NHS Standards Framework. Vantage (Sentinel) risk management software (or equivalent e.g. Datix, Ulysses Safeguard). Evidence of carrying out complex investigations RCA, serious incidents, division reviews etc. Evidence of collaborative working across a wider health/social care economy. Good working knowledge of the national agenda around health reforms. Good understanding of the key national initiatives/Trust priorities around: - oNPSA, MHRA & CQC. oDuty of Candour. oSerious incident and complaints management. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Nursery Room Leader Full time - Permanent Monday - Friday 40 hours per week - £14.06 per hour It would suit a candidate who could drive- due to the location of the nursery. This converted barn building is set in a beautiful rural location surrounded by fields, this setting boasts large outdoor play environments suitable for all weather. Our nursery is a converted barn building which is set in a beautiful rural location; where children from birth to 5 years can explore, learn, and develop through the many activities and resources available to promote learning through play. We love the great outdoors, and our nursery features open spaces for our children, they also experience outdoor learning in our bespoke forest school facility. The aim of the nursery is to provide a happy, home to home environment for all children in their care with emphasis on individual attention and learning through play. Their philosophy is that a child should be happy, safe and healthy in a stimulating and educational environment. The nursery works in partnership with all parents to provide a service that will reach their needs. This position would suit an experienced Room Lead or experienced Nursery Practitioner who has previously worked in a similar environment caring for children aged between 0 - 5 years and is looking for an exciting career opportunity. Essential Criteria - Qualifications/Experience: Full and relevant Level 3 Childcare Qualification - Essential Over 1 year's experience working in Early Years - Essential Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential Fluent in written and spoke to English - Essential Requirements Your Role as a Room Leader: As a valued member of our team, you'll: Lead the care and development of children aged 3 months to 1 year. Create a safe, nurturing environment and support secure attachments. Guide and support team members, identifying training needs. Use EyLog/EyMan to track progress and maintain accurate records. Build strong relationships with parents and keep them informed. Ensure compliance with EYFS and safeguarding standards. Promote outdoor learning and overall child development. Model professionalism and foster a respectful team culture. Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Footsteps Nursery Fradley is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Apr 11, 2026
Full time
Nursery Room Leader Full time - Permanent Monday - Friday 40 hours per week - £14.06 per hour It would suit a candidate who could drive- due to the location of the nursery. This converted barn building is set in a beautiful rural location surrounded by fields, this setting boasts large outdoor play environments suitable for all weather. Our nursery is a converted barn building which is set in a beautiful rural location; where children from birth to 5 years can explore, learn, and develop through the many activities and resources available to promote learning through play. We love the great outdoors, and our nursery features open spaces for our children, they also experience outdoor learning in our bespoke forest school facility. The aim of the nursery is to provide a happy, home to home environment for all children in their care with emphasis on individual attention and learning through play. Their philosophy is that a child should be happy, safe and healthy in a stimulating and educational environment. The nursery works in partnership with all parents to provide a service that will reach their needs. This position would suit an experienced Room Lead or experienced Nursery Practitioner who has previously worked in a similar environment caring for children aged between 0 - 5 years and is looking for an exciting career opportunity. Essential Criteria - Qualifications/Experience: Full and relevant Level 3 Childcare Qualification - Essential Over 1 year's experience working in Early Years - Essential Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential Fluent in written and spoke to English - Essential Requirements Your Role as a Room Leader: As a valued member of our team, you'll: Lead the care and development of children aged 3 months to 1 year. Create a safe, nurturing environment and support secure attachments. Guide and support team members, identifying training needs. Use EyLog/EyMan to track progress and maintain accurate records. Build strong relationships with parents and keep them informed. Ensure compliance with EYFS and safeguarding standards. Promote outdoor learning and overall child development. Model professionalism and foster a respectful team culture. Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Footsteps Nursery Fradley is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Help tackle loneliness among older people in care homes Thousands of older people living in care homes receive few or no visitors. Friends for Life Bedfordshire exists to change that. Through our befriending and group activities, we bring companionship, connection and meaningful relationships to care home residents across Bedford and the surrounding area. We are now looking for a Fundraising Lead to help secure and grow the income that makes this work possible. About Friends for Life Bedfordshire We are a Bedford-based charity working to address the social isolation of older residents in Bedfordshire s care homes. Founded in 2007, we have grown from a small local initiative to a registered charity with c90 volunteers supporting more than 30 care homes across Bedford Borough. In the last year, over 1,100 care home residents received our services. The Role This is a pivotal role for the charity. It is key to the delivery of our business plan and growth aspirations. You will take ownership of fundraising and income generation , ensuring we have the resources to sustain and grow our impact. You will lead on grant fundraising whilst also developing community and individual giving , and delivering engaging fundraising events . This is a hands-on role in a small organisation, so you will have real ownership and visibility . You will shape our fundraising strategy and directly influence how many residents we can reach. This role is suited to someone who is both strategic and practical someone who can develop the fundraising strategy and the plan to deliver this , but is equally comfortable writing applications, building relationships and making things happen. Key Responsibilities Grant Fundraising Identify and secure funding from trusts, foundations and statutory bodies Write high-quality, compelling funding applications Build and manage a strong pipeline of funding opportunities Maintain relationships with funders, including reporting and stewardship Community & Individual Fundraising Grow income through local partnerships, supporters and community initiatives Engage schools, businesses and individuals to generate support Work with Marketing, Partnerships & Activities Lead to develop campaigns that drive regular and one-off donations Strengthen our local supporter base and visibility Fundraising Events Plan and deliver fundraising events (community and corporate), managing logistics, budgets and stakeholder coordination Work with Marketing, Partnerships & Activities Lead to promote events through social media and marketing platforms Ensure events are engaging, effective and financially successful Evaluate performance and improve future activity Strategy, Compliance & Reporting Develop and deliver a clear fundraising strategy aligned to organisational goals Track performance against targets and provide insight Ensure all fundraising is compliant with regulations and best practice Represent the charity externally with confidence and credibility About You We are looking for someone who can take ownership of fundraising and produce results in a small, resource-constrained environment. You will likely bring: Experience developing or contributing to a fundraising strategy Proven experience in fundraising, with a track record of generating income Strong experience in writing successful grant applications Experience of developing and growing income from community fundraising initiatives (e.g. partnerships, volunteer-led activities, individuals and events) Ability to build and manage relationships with funders, donors or partners Strong written communication skills able to create compelling cases for support Ability to work independently, prioritise effectively and meet deadlines A proactive, resourceful approach you don t wait to be told what to do Comfortable balancing strategy with hands-on delivery What We Offer £16.79 per hour (£18,334 per year for 21 hours per week) Employer pension Flexible and hybrid working A supportive and passionate team of staff, volunteers and trustees The chance to transform the lives of care home residents every single week How to Apply Please submit your CV and a short covering statement outlining how your experience aligns with the position. Selection will be via an interview. Please note that applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be able to evidence this prior to interview. Finally, the role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check . Closing date is Friday 24 April 2026.
Apr 11, 2026
Full time
Help tackle loneliness among older people in care homes Thousands of older people living in care homes receive few or no visitors. Friends for Life Bedfordshire exists to change that. Through our befriending and group activities, we bring companionship, connection and meaningful relationships to care home residents across Bedford and the surrounding area. We are now looking for a Fundraising Lead to help secure and grow the income that makes this work possible. About Friends for Life Bedfordshire We are a Bedford-based charity working to address the social isolation of older residents in Bedfordshire s care homes. Founded in 2007, we have grown from a small local initiative to a registered charity with c90 volunteers supporting more than 30 care homes across Bedford Borough. In the last year, over 1,100 care home residents received our services. The Role This is a pivotal role for the charity. It is key to the delivery of our business plan and growth aspirations. You will take ownership of fundraising and income generation , ensuring we have the resources to sustain and grow our impact. You will lead on grant fundraising whilst also developing community and individual giving , and delivering engaging fundraising events . This is a hands-on role in a small organisation, so you will have real ownership and visibility . You will shape our fundraising strategy and directly influence how many residents we can reach. This role is suited to someone who is both strategic and practical someone who can develop the fundraising strategy and the plan to deliver this , but is equally comfortable writing applications, building relationships and making things happen. Key Responsibilities Grant Fundraising Identify and secure funding from trusts, foundations and statutory bodies Write high-quality, compelling funding applications Build and manage a strong pipeline of funding opportunities Maintain relationships with funders, including reporting and stewardship Community & Individual Fundraising Grow income through local partnerships, supporters and community initiatives Engage schools, businesses and individuals to generate support Work with Marketing, Partnerships & Activities Lead to develop campaigns that drive regular and one-off donations Strengthen our local supporter base and visibility Fundraising Events Plan and deliver fundraising events (community and corporate), managing logistics, budgets and stakeholder coordination Work with Marketing, Partnerships & Activities Lead to promote events through social media and marketing platforms Ensure events are engaging, effective and financially successful Evaluate performance and improve future activity Strategy, Compliance & Reporting Develop and deliver a clear fundraising strategy aligned to organisational goals Track performance against targets and provide insight Ensure all fundraising is compliant with regulations and best practice Represent the charity externally with confidence and credibility About You We are looking for someone who can take ownership of fundraising and produce results in a small, resource-constrained environment. You will likely bring: Experience developing or contributing to a fundraising strategy Proven experience in fundraising, with a track record of generating income Strong experience in writing successful grant applications Experience of developing and growing income from community fundraising initiatives (e.g. partnerships, volunteer-led activities, individuals and events) Ability to build and manage relationships with funders, donors or partners Strong written communication skills able to create compelling cases for support Ability to work independently, prioritise effectively and meet deadlines A proactive, resourceful approach you don t wait to be told what to do Comfortable balancing strategy with hands-on delivery What We Offer £16.79 per hour (£18,334 per year for 21 hours per week) Employer pension Flexible and hybrid working A supportive and passionate team of staff, volunteers and trustees The chance to transform the lives of care home residents every single week How to Apply Please submit your CV and a short covering statement outlining how your experience aligns with the position. Selection will be via an interview. Please note that applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be able to evidence this prior to interview. Finally, the role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check . Closing date is Friday 24 April 2026.
Senior Service Charge Officer Managing Agent We are seeking an experienced service charge professional to manage complex portfolios, ensuring accurate reconciliation, compliance and transparent cost recovery. Position: Senior Service Charge Officer Managing Agent Salary: £42,149 to £46,410 per annum (London weighting, depending on experience) Location: Stratford, London with hybrid working (20% to 40% office based) Hours: Full time Contract: Permanent Closing Date: 17 April 2026 Interview Date: 27 April 2026 (including Excel assessment) About the role This is a key role within a busy service charge team, focused on delivering accurate and compliant service charge management across a large and varied portfolio. Key responsibilities include: Calculate and manage service charge estimates and final accounts Take ownership of end-to-end reconciliation processes Identify and resolve variances and unrecoverable costs with clear rationale Support delivery across a large portfolio covering approximately 100,000 homes Work closely with internal teams to ensure accurate cost allocation and future planning Handle complex queries and complaints within agreed service levels Provide expert guidance on service charges, lease interpretation and legislation Attend resident meetings and present service charge information Support preparation of tribunal cases and attend where required Manage statutory notices and support audit activity About you You will bring strong analytical skills and experience working with service charges or similar complex financial structures. Essential skills and experience include: Experience in service charges, housing, property, finance, utilities, energy or similar sectors Strong reconciliation, cost analysis and data handling experience Ability to manage large portfolios and high value budgets Knowledge of apportionment, recovery and service charge processes Understanding of relevant legislation and lease interpretation Confidence working with large datasets and Excel including lookups and pivot tables Strong attention to detail and problem solving skills About the organisation This organisation is one of the UK s leading housing providers, supporting hundreds of thousands of residents across multiple regions. With a strong social purpose, they are committed to providing high quality homes and creating thriving communities. They place people at the heart of everything they do and are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can contribute and succeed. Other roles you may have experience of could include; Service Charge Analyst, Service Charge Accountant, Leasehold Officer, Finance Analyst, Property Accountant, Billing Analyst, Housing Finance Officer, Revenue Analyst Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client Not For Profit People.
Apr 11, 2026
Full time
Senior Service Charge Officer Managing Agent We are seeking an experienced service charge professional to manage complex portfolios, ensuring accurate reconciliation, compliance and transparent cost recovery. Position: Senior Service Charge Officer Managing Agent Salary: £42,149 to £46,410 per annum (London weighting, depending on experience) Location: Stratford, London with hybrid working (20% to 40% office based) Hours: Full time Contract: Permanent Closing Date: 17 April 2026 Interview Date: 27 April 2026 (including Excel assessment) About the role This is a key role within a busy service charge team, focused on delivering accurate and compliant service charge management across a large and varied portfolio. Key responsibilities include: Calculate and manage service charge estimates and final accounts Take ownership of end-to-end reconciliation processes Identify and resolve variances and unrecoverable costs with clear rationale Support delivery across a large portfolio covering approximately 100,000 homes Work closely with internal teams to ensure accurate cost allocation and future planning Handle complex queries and complaints within agreed service levels Provide expert guidance on service charges, lease interpretation and legislation Attend resident meetings and present service charge information Support preparation of tribunal cases and attend where required Manage statutory notices and support audit activity About you You will bring strong analytical skills and experience working with service charges or similar complex financial structures. Essential skills and experience include: Experience in service charges, housing, property, finance, utilities, energy or similar sectors Strong reconciliation, cost analysis and data handling experience Ability to manage large portfolios and high value budgets Knowledge of apportionment, recovery and service charge processes Understanding of relevant legislation and lease interpretation Confidence working with large datasets and Excel including lookups and pivot tables Strong attention to detail and problem solving skills About the organisation This organisation is one of the UK s leading housing providers, supporting hundreds of thousands of residents across multiple regions. With a strong social purpose, they are committed to providing high quality homes and creating thriving communities. They place people at the heart of everything they do and are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can contribute and succeed. Other roles you may have experience of could include; Service Charge Analyst, Service Charge Accountant, Leasehold Officer, Finance Analyst, Property Accountant, Billing Analyst, Housing Finance Officer, Revenue Analyst Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client Not For Profit People.
Join us as a Children's Social Worker or Senior Social Worker and make a genuine difference in the lives of children and families across Hampshire. We're proud to be part of a select group of local authorities recognised by Ofsted as Outstanding for the quality and impact of our children's services. Across our Children in Care, Family Help and Refugee teams, you'll support children, young people and families through key stages of their journey. In the Children in Care Teams, you'll support care experienced children by meeting statutory duties, helping them move from residential care into foster or post 16 placements and completing a range of assessments while working with partners to safeguard young people at risk of exploitation. Within our Family Help Teams, you'll deliver strengths based interventions and family plans that keep children safely at home. Through practical, solution focused support, you'll help families build on their strengths, overcome challenges and achieve better long term outcomes. Joining our Refugee Teams, you'll work with separated children, unaccompanied minors, care leavers and families with No Recourse to Public Funds - from arrival and initial assessments, through navigating the asylum process and moving towards independence, with a focus on family reunification. What you'll do: Build strong, meaningful relationships with children and families to enable positive change. Lead on assessments, care planning, and interventions that safeguard and promote wellbeing. Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to deliver effective, holistic support. Manage complex caseloads with autonomy, creativity, and a strong focus on outcomes. Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and reflective practice. As a Senior Social Worker, provide mentoring and practice support to colleagues, role model high standards of social work, and contribute to reflective practice and service development. What we're looking for: Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England. Experience working in a UK based statutory social work setting. Senior Social Workers will have significant post qualifying experience (minimum 3 years) and be comfortable mentoring colleagues and role modelling best practice. Strong relationship building and communication skills, with the ability to engage families and build trust. Confident in assessing risk, analysing information, developing effective plans, and producing clear, high quality reports. Sound understanding of safeguarding, relevant legal frameworks, equality, and best value principles. Ability to manage complex caseloads and work effectively within multi agency settings. A creative, flexible, and forward thinking approach to practice. Please note: This role is not open to Newly Qualified Social Workers. If you are a recent graduate, please apply through our Graduate Entry Training Scheme (GETS). Why join us? Outstanding support: Regular, reflective supervision and a culture that values your voice. Flexible working: Including a 9-day fortnight and hybrid options to support work-life balance. Career development: 5 personal development days per year and access to excellent learning opportunities through our DfE 'Partner in Practice' initiative. Back-office support: Dedicated business support team to free up your time for frontline work. Relocation assistance: Up to £8,500 available for experienced UK-based Social Workers relocating to Hampshire (subject to management approval). Wellbeing support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. Competitive benefits package: Generous annual leave, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Ready to take the next step? Learn more: Explore the role, team, and our values in our Candidate Pack on our website. Apply by email: Send your CV to with the subject line 'Social Worker HCC623827'. By submitting your CV, you are giving consent for Hampshire County Council to store your data in accordance with data protection legislation. Alternatively, apply online: Click the 'Apply' button below to complete your application on our website. Important: You must already have the right to work in the UK. We are currently unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Other job titles you may be searching for may include: Welfare Worker, Case Manager, Social Work Practitioner, Children's Services Practitioner, Child Protection Social Worker, Children and Families Social Worker, Safeguarding Social Worker, Family Support Social Worker, Senior Case Manager, Advanced Social Work Practitioner.
Apr 11, 2026
Full time
Join us as a Children's Social Worker or Senior Social Worker and make a genuine difference in the lives of children and families across Hampshire. We're proud to be part of a select group of local authorities recognised by Ofsted as Outstanding for the quality and impact of our children's services. Across our Children in Care, Family Help and Refugee teams, you'll support children, young people and families through key stages of their journey. In the Children in Care Teams, you'll support care experienced children by meeting statutory duties, helping them move from residential care into foster or post 16 placements and completing a range of assessments while working with partners to safeguard young people at risk of exploitation. Within our Family Help Teams, you'll deliver strengths based interventions and family plans that keep children safely at home. Through practical, solution focused support, you'll help families build on their strengths, overcome challenges and achieve better long term outcomes. Joining our Refugee Teams, you'll work with separated children, unaccompanied minors, care leavers and families with No Recourse to Public Funds - from arrival and initial assessments, through navigating the asylum process and moving towards independence, with a focus on family reunification. What you'll do: Build strong, meaningful relationships with children and families to enable positive change. Lead on assessments, care planning, and interventions that safeguard and promote wellbeing. Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to deliver effective, holistic support. Manage complex caseloads with autonomy, creativity, and a strong focus on outcomes. Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and reflective practice. As a Senior Social Worker, provide mentoring and practice support to colleagues, role model high standards of social work, and contribute to reflective practice and service development. What we're looking for: Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England. Experience working in a UK based statutory social work setting. Senior Social Workers will have significant post qualifying experience (minimum 3 years) and be comfortable mentoring colleagues and role modelling best practice. Strong relationship building and communication skills, with the ability to engage families and build trust. Confident in assessing risk, analysing information, developing effective plans, and producing clear, high quality reports. Sound understanding of safeguarding, relevant legal frameworks, equality, and best value principles. Ability to manage complex caseloads and work effectively within multi agency settings. A creative, flexible, and forward thinking approach to practice. Please note: This role is not open to Newly Qualified Social Workers. If you are a recent graduate, please apply through our Graduate Entry Training Scheme (GETS). Why join us? Outstanding support: Regular, reflective supervision and a culture that values your voice. Flexible working: Including a 9-day fortnight and hybrid options to support work-life balance. Career development: 5 personal development days per year and access to excellent learning opportunities through our DfE 'Partner in Practice' initiative. Back-office support: Dedicated business support team to free up your time for frontline work. Relocation assistance: Up to £8,500 available for experienced UK-based Social Workers relocating to Hampshire (subject to management approval). Wellbeing support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. Competitive benefits package: Generous annual leave, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Ready to take the next step? Learn more: Explore the role, team, and our values in our Candidate Pack on our website. Apply by email: Send your CV to with the subject line 'Social Worker HCC623827'. By submitting your CV, you are giving consent for Hampshire County Council to store your data in accordance with data protection legislation. Alternatively, apply online: Click the 'Apply' button below to complete your application on our website. Important: You must already have the right to work in the UK. We are currently unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Other job titles you may be searching for may include: Welfare Worker, Case Manager, Social Work Practitioner, Children's Services Practitioner, Child Protection Social Worker, Children and Families Social Worker, Safeguarding Social Worker, Family Support Social Worker, Senior Case Manager, Advanced Social Work Practitioner.
PE Teacher - Leeds Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire Start Date: ASAP Salary: Paid to scale (Qualified Teachers) - PAYE Contract Type: Full-Time or Part-Time (Flexible) Are you ready to get pupils moving, motivated, and inspired? Protocol Education is excited to be working with a forward-thinking secondary school in Leeds that's on the lookout for a dynamic PE Teacher to join their thriving team this September. This role is open to both full-time and part-time applicants, with the school welcoming both ECTs and experienced teachers who can bring fresh energy to the PE department. About the Role Teach engaging and varied PE lessons across Key Stages 3-5 Inspire students to enjoy sport, health, and physical activity, both in lessons and through extracurricular clubs Work collaboratively with a supportive department to deliver a broad and inclusive PE curriculum Contribute to the school's sports fixtures, enrichment activities, and inter-house competitions Unqualified teachers with coaching backgrounds are also welcome to apply - no planning required for unqualified staff The Ideal Candidate Will: Be a qualified PE teacher (or experienced sports coach with school experience) Have a passion for inspiring pupils to achieve both on and off the pitch Demonstrate strong classroom management and positive communication skills Bring energy, resilience, and a team-first attitude Benefit from a robust ECT induction and mentoring programme, if applicable Why Join This School? Excellent sporting facilities and a culture that values physical education A supportive PE department with strong links to local clubs and sporting initiatives Plenty of opportunities to lead extracurricular clubs and sports teams Ongoing CPD and professional development A welcoming, inclusive school culture that values teamwork and wellbeing If this sounds like the right fit, get in touch today to arrange a chat. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education', this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.
Apr 11, 2026
Full time
PE Teacher - Leeds Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire Start Date: ASAP Salary: Paid to scale (Qualified Teachers) - PAYE Contract Type: Full-Time or Part-Time (Flexible) Are you ready to get pupils moving, motivated, and inspired? Protocol Education is excited to be working with a forward-thinking secondary school in Leeds that's on the lookout for a dynamic PE Teacher to join their thriving team this September. This role is open to both full-time and part-time applicants, with the school welcoming both ECTs and experienced teachers who can bring fresh energy to the PE department. About the Role Teach engaging and varied PE lessons across Key Stages 3-5 Inspire students to enjoy sport, health, and physical activity, both in lessons and through extracurricular clubs Work collaboratively with a supportive department to deliver a broad and inclusive PE curriculum Contribute to the school's sports fixtures, enrichment activities, and inter-house competitions Unqualified teachers with coaching backgrounds are also welcome to apply - no planning required for unqualified staff The Ideal Candidate Will: Be a qualified PE teacher (or experienced sports coach with school experience) Have a passion for inspiring pupils to achieve both on and off the pitch Demonstrate strong classroom management and positive communication skills Bring energy, resilience, and a team-first attitude Benefit from a robust ECT induction and mentoring programme, if applicable Why Join This School? Excellent sporting facilities and a culture that values physical education A supportive PE department with strong links to local clubs and sporting initiatives Plenty of opportunities to lead extracurricular clubs and sports teams Ongoing CPD and professional development A welcoming, inclusive school culture that values teamwork and wellbeing If this sounds like the right fit, get in touch today to arrange a chat. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education', this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.
Family First Nursery Group
Burton-on-trent, Staffordshire
Nursery Room Leader Full time - Permanent Monday - Friday 40 hours per week - £14.06 per hour It would suit a candidate who could drive- due to the location of the nursery. This converted barn building is set in a beautiful rural location surrounded by fields, this setting boasts large outdoor play environments suitable for all weather. Our nursery is a converted barn building which is set in a beautiful rural location; where children from birth to 5 years can explore, learn, and develop through the many activities and resources available to promote learning through play. We love the great outdoors, and our nursery features open spaces for our children, they also experience outdoor learning in our bespoke forest school facility. The aim of the nursery is to provide a happy, home to home environment for all children in their care with emphasis on individual attention and learning through play. Their philosophy is that a child should be happy, safe and healthy in a stimulating and educational environment. The nursery works in partnership with all parents to provide a service that will reach their needs. This position would suit an experienced Room Lead or experienced Nursery Practitioner who has previously worked in a similar environment caring for children aged between 0 - 5 years and is looking for an exciting career opportunity. Essential Criteria - Qualifications/Experience: Full and relevant Level 3 Childcare Qualification - Essential Over 1 year's experience working in Early Years - Essential Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential Fluent in written and spoke to English - Essential Requirements Your Role as a Room Leader: As a valued member of our team, you'll: Lead the care and development of children aged 3 months to 1 year. Create a safe, nurturing environment and support secure attachments. Guide and support team members, identifying training needs. Use EyLog/EyMan to track progress and maintain accurate records. Build strong relationships with parents and keep them informed. Ensure compliance with EYFS and safeguarding standards. Promote outdoor learning and overall child development. Model professionalism and foster a respectful team culture. Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Footsteps Nursery Fradley is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Apr 11, 2026
Full time
Nursery Room Leader Full time - Permanent Monday - Friday 40 hours per week - £14.06 per hour It would suit a candidate who could drive- due to the location of the nursery. This converted barn building is set in a beautiful rural location surrounded by fields, this setting boasts large outdoor play environments suitable for all weather. Our nursery is a converted barn building which is set in a beautiful rural location; where children from birth to 5 years can explore, learn, and develop through the many activities and resources available to promote learning through play. We love the great outdoors, and our nursery features open spaces for our children, they also experience outdoor learning in our bespoke forest school facility. The aim of the nursery is to provide a happy, home to home environment for all children in their care with emphasis on individual attention and learning through play. Their philosophy is that a child should be happy, safe and healthy in a stimulating and educational environment. The nursery works in partnership with all parents to provide a service that will reach their needs. This position would suit an experienced Room Lead or experienced Nursery Practitioner who has previously worked in a similar environment caring for children aged between 0 - 5 years and is looking for an exciting career opportunity. Essential Criteria - Qualifications/Experience: Full and relevant Level 3 Childcare Qualification - Essential Over 1 year's experience working in Early Years - Essential Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential Fluent in written and spoke to English - Essential Requirements Your Role as a Room Leader: As a valued member of our team, you'll: Lead the care and development of children aged 3 months to 1 year. Create a safe, nurturing environment and support secure attachments. Guide and support team members, identifying training needs. Use EyLog/EyMan to track progress and maintain accurate records. Build strong relationships with parents and keep them informed. Ensure compliance with EYFS and safeguarding standards. Promote outdoor learning and overall child development. Model professionalism and foster a respectful team culture. Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Footsteps Nursery Fradley is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Financial Accountant Salary: up to £70,000 Location: Northampton Hybrid Working: 4 days in the office, 1 day from home We are currently recruiting for an experienced Financial Accountant to join a growing and fast-paced organisation. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive finance team where you can make a real impact while continuing to develop your career. This role will take ownership of acquisition accounting, statutory reporting, and key month-end processes, working closely with stakeholders across the business. The Role: Acquisitions - Partner with internal stakeholders to support due diligence and pre-acquisition activities Manage post-completion processes and support integration into finance systems Take ownership of acquisition accounting, including key agreement clauses Continuously improve acquisition processes, driving efficiencies and providing insightful financial analysis Financial Control - Lead the group audit process Prepare consolidation entries for management and statutory reporting Produce statutory accounts for multiple entities Review group balance sheets and ensure accuracy Manage regulatory returns and submissions Prepare and submit VAT returns Support tax compliance and liaise with external advisors where required Assist with financial reporting alongside the management accounts team Deliver meaningful financial analysis and reporting at entity level Provide broader support across the financial control function About You: Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA or equivalent) Minimum 3+ years post-qualified experience Strong technical accounting and tax knowledge Proven experience with acquisition accounting Background in both practice and industry/corporate environments preferred Experience with financial reporting systems (e.g. CaseWare or similar) Advanced Excel skills Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under pressure Strong communication skills, able to engage both financial and non-financial stakeholders Self-motivated, driven, and comfortable working cross-functionally Strong interpersonal and leadership skills What's on Offer: up to £70,000 base salary plus bonus 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Additional personal day off Wellbeing support and employee assistance programme Ongoing career development and progression opportunities A collaborative and supportive working environment
Apr 11, 2026
Full time
Financial Accountant Salary: up to £70,000 Location: Northampton Hybrid Working: 4 days in the office, 1 day from home We are currently recruiting for an experienced Financial Accountant to join a growing and fast-paced organisation. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive finance team where you can make a real impact while continuing to develop your career. This role will take ownership of acquisition accounting, statutory reporting, and key month-end processes, working closely with stakeholders across the business. The Role: Acquisitions - Partner with internal stakeholders to support due diligence and pre-acquisition activities Manage post-completion processes and support integration into finance systems Take ownership of acquisition accounting, including key agreement clauses Continuously improve acquisition processes, driving efficiencies and providing insightful financial analysis Financial Control - Lead the group audit process Prepare consolidation entries for management and statutory reporting Produce statutory accounts for multiple entities Review group balance sheets and ensure accuracy Manage regulatory returns and submissions Prepare and submit VAT returns Support tax compliance and liaise with external advisors where required Assist with financial reporting alongside the management accounts team Deliver meaningful financial analysis and reporting at entity level Provide broader support across the financial control function About You: Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA or equivalent) Minimum 3+ years post-qualified experience Strong technical accounting and tax knowledge Proven experience with acquisition accounting Background in both practice and industry/corporate environments preferred Experience with financial reporting systems (e.g. CaseWare or similar) Advanced Excel skills Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under pressure Strong communication skills, able to engage both financial and non-financial stakeholders Self-motivated, driven, and comfortable working cross-functionally Strong interpersonal and leadership skills What's on Offer: up to £70,000 base salary plus bonus 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Additional personal day off Wellbeing support and employee assistance programme Ongoing career development and progression opportunities A collaborative and supportive working environment
Join us as a Children's Social Worker or Senior Social Worker and make a genuine difference in the lives of children and families across Hampshire. We're proud to be part of a select group of local authorities recognised by Ofsted as Outstanding for the quality and impact of our children's services. Across our Children in Care, Family Help and Refugee teams, you'll support children, young people and families through key stages of their journey. In the Children in Care Teams, you'll support care experienced children by meeting statutory duties, helping them move from residential care into foster or post 16 placements and completing a range of assessments while working with partners to safeguard young people at risk of exploitation. Within our Family Help Teams, you'll deliver strengths based interventions and family plans that keep children safely at home. Through practical, solution focused support, you'll help families build on their strengths, overcome challenges and achieve better long term outcomes. Joining our Refugee Teams, you'll work with separated children, unaccompanied minors, care leavers and families with No Recourse to Public Funds - from arrival and initial assessments, through navigating the asylum process and moving towards independence, with a focus on family reunification. What you'll do: Build strong, meaningful relationships with children and families to enable positive change. Lead on assessments, care planning, and interventions that safeguard and promote wellbeing. Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to deliver effective, holistic support. Manage complex caseloads with autonomy, creativity, and a strong focus on outcomes. Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and reflective practice. As a Senior Social Worker, provide mentoring and practice support to colleagues, role model high standards of social work, and contribute to reflective practice and service development. What we're looking for: Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England. Experience working in a UK based statutory social work setting. Senior Social Workers will have significant post qualifying experience (minimum 3 years) and be comfortable mentoring colleagues and role modelling best practice. Strong relationship building and communication skills, with the ability to engage families and build trust. Confident in assessing risk, analysing information, developing effective plans, and producing clear, high quality reports. Sound understanding of safeguarding, relevant legal frameworks, equality, and best value principles. Ability to manage complex caseloads and work effectively within multi agency settings. A creative, flexible, and forward thinking approach to practice. Please note: This role is not open to Newly Qualified Social Workers. If you are a recent graduate, please apply through our Graduate Entry Training Scheme (GETS). Why join us? Outstanding support: Regular, reflective supervision and a culture that values your voice. Flexible working: Including a 9-day fortnight and hybrid options to support work-life balance. Career development: 5 personal development days per year and access to excellent learning opportunities through our DfE 'Partner in Practice' initiative. Back-office support: Dedicated business support team to free up your time for frontline work. Relocation assistance: Up to £8,500 available for experienced UK-based Social Workers relocating to Hampshire (subject to management approval). Wellbeing support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. Competitive benefits package: Generous annual leave, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Ready to take the next step? Learn more: Explore the role, team, and our values in our Candidate Pack on our website. Apply by email: Send your CV to with the subject line 'Social Worker HCC623825'. By submitting your CV, you are giving consent for Hampshire County Council to store your data in accordance with data protection legislation. Alternatively, apply online: Click the 'Apply' button below to complete your application on our website. Important: You must already have the right to work in the UK. We are currently unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Other job titles you may be searching for may include: Welfare Worker, Case Manager, Social Work Practitioner, Children's Services Practitioner, Child Protection Social Worker, Children and Families Social Worker, Safeguarding Social Worker, Family Support Social Worker, Senior Case Manager, Advanced Social Work Practitioner.
Apr 11, 2026
Full time
Join us as a Children's Social Worker or Senior Social Worker and make a genuine difference in the lives of children and families across Hampshire. We're proud to be part of a select group of local authorities recognised by Ofsted as Outstanding for the quality and impact of our children's services. Across our Children in Care, Family Help and Refugee teams, you'll support children, young people and families through key stages of their journey. In the Children in Care Teams, you'll support care experienced children by meeting statutory duties, helping them move from residential care into foster or post 16 placements and completing a range of assessments while working with partners to safeguard young people at risk of exploitation. Within our Family Help Teams, you'll deliver strengths based interventions and family plans that keep children safely at home. Through practical, solution focused support, you'll help families build on their strengths, overcome challenges and achieve better long term outcomes. Joining our Refugee Teams, you'll work with separated children, unaccompanied minors, care leavers and families with No Recourse to Public Funds - from arrival and initial assessments, through navigating the asylum process and moving towards independence, with a focus on family reunification. What you'll do: Build strong, meaningful relationships with children and families to enable positive change. Lead on assessments, care planning, and interventions that safeguard and promote wellbeing. Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to deliver effective, holistic support. Manage complex caseloads with autonomy, creativity, and a strong focus on outcomes. Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and reflective practice. As a Senior Social Worker, provide mentoring and practice support to colleagues, role model high standards of social work, and contribute to reflective practice and service development. What we're looking for: Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England. Experience working in a UK based statutory social work setting. Senior Social Workers will have significant post qualifying experience (minimum 3 years) and be comfortable mentoring colleagues and role modelling best practice. Strong relationship building and communication skills, with the ability to engage families and build trust. Confident in assessing risk, analysing information, developing effective plans, and producing clear, high quality reports. Sound understanding of safeguarding, relevant legal frameworks, equality, and best value principles. Ability to manage complex caseloads and work effectively within multi agency settings. A creative, flexible, and forward thinking approach to practice. Please note: This role is not open to Newly Qualified Social Workers. If you are a recent graduate, please apply through our Graduate Entry Training Scheme (GETS). Why join us? Outstanding support: Regular, reflective supervision and a culture that values your voice. Flexible working: Including a 9-day fortnight and hybrid options to support work-life balance. Career development: 5 personal development days per year and access to excellent learning opportunities through our DfE 'Partner in Practice' initiative. Back-office support: Dedicated business support team to free up your time for frontline work. Relocation assistance: Up to £8,500 available for experienced UK-based Social Workers relocating to Hampshire (subject to management approval). Wellbeing support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. Competitive benefits package: Generous annual leave, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Ready to take the next step? Learn more: Explore the role, team, and our values in our Candidate Pack on our website. Apply by email: Send your CV to with the subject line 'Social Worker HCC623825'. By submitting your CV, you are giving consent for Hampshire County Council to store your data in accordance with data protection legislation. Alternatively, apply online: Click the 'Apply' button below to complete your application on our website. Important: You must already have the right to work in the UK. We are currently unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Other job titles you may be searching for may include: Welfare Worker, Case Manager, Social Work Practitioner, Children's Services Practitioner, Child Protection Social Worker, Children and Families Social Worker, Safeguarding Social Worker, Family Support Social Worker, Senior Case Manager, Advanced Social Work Practitioner.
Nursery Manager - CherryBrook Nursery Salary - Competitive 40 hours per week Are you a truly dedicated and enthusiastic Nursery Manager with a heart for little ones? CherryBrook Nursery is searching for an inspiring leader to join our vibrant team full-time, Monday to Friday, 40 hours a week! If you're passionate about nurturing child development, always put children's well-being first, and are fiercely committed to upholding exceptional nursery values and curriculum standards, then we want to hear from you! Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Quarterly bonus earn an extra £3000 per annum! Annual Leave: Starting at 27 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750 Employee Childcare Discounts: 75% off nursery fees for our team member's as well as access to wider discount. Health & wellbeing programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available Personal & Professional Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are discretionary and may be subject to change. Key Responsibilities: Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met throughout the nursery. Ensure that company policies and procedures are embedded, applied, and adhered to by all. Facilitate inspections by regulatory bodies and implement any recommendations. Embed effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff. Ensure that all children receive stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources which are appropriate to their age and stage of development. Promote a culture of self-evaluation and reflective practice throughout the nursery. Manage any complaints or concerns raised in a thorough and timely manner and inform senior management. Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file. Participate in all activities related to nursery publications, advertising, public relations, the web site, and other marketing activities designed to promote the nursery. Promote positive relations with an approachable manner and time to listen to your team. Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. Requirements: Essential: Full and relevant Level 3 Childcare qualification Essential: Over 1 year experience in Early Years Essential: Strong knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements Essential: Over 1 year of management experience Desirable: Level 5 qualification in Childcare and/or Management and Leadership Desirable: Experience of successfully passing an Ofsted inspection at a Good or Outstanding level Take the next step and explore a role that makes a positive impact on children's lives. Apply today and let our friendly recruitment team support you every step of the way. We can't wait to welcome you to the Family First community! We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. CherryBrook Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Apr 11, 2026
Full time
Nursery Manager - CherryBrook Nursery Salary - Competitive 40 hours per week Are you a truly dedicated and enthusiastic Nursery Manager with a heart for little ones? CherryBrook Nursery is searching for an inspiring leader to join our vibrant team full-time, Monday to Friday, 40 hours a week! If you're passionate about nurturing child development, always put children's well-being first, and are fiercely committed to upholding exceptional nursery values and curriculum standards, then we want to hear from you! Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Quarterly bonus earn an extra £3000 per annum! Annual Leave: Starting at 27 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750 Employee Childcare Discounts: 75% off nursery fees for our team member's as well as access to wider discount. Health & wellbeing programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available Personal & Professional Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are discretionary and may be subject to change. Key Responsibilities: Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met throughout the nursery. Ensure that company policies and procedures are embedded, applied, and adhered to by all. Facilitate inspections by regulatory bodies and implement any recommendations. Embed effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff. Ensure that all children receive stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources which are appropriate to their age and stage of development. Promote a culture of self-evaluation and reflective practice throughout the nursery. Manage any complaints or concerns raised in a thorough and timely manner and inform senior management. Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file. Participate in all activities related to nursery publications, advertising, public relations, the web site, and other marketing activities designed to promote the nursery. Promote positive relations with an approachable manner and time to listen to your team. Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. Requirements: Essential: Full and relevant Level 3 Childcare qualification Essential: Over 1 year experience in Early Years Essential: Strong knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements Essential: Over 1 year of management experience Desirable: Level 5 qualification in Childcare and/or Management and Leadership Desirable: Experience of successfully passing an Ofsted inspection at a Good or Outstanding level Take the next step and explore a role that makes a positive impact on children's lives. Apply today and let our friendly recruitment team support you every step of the way. We can't wait to welcome you to the Family First community! We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. CherryBrook Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Fire Alarm Tester Looking for a junior / trainee to learn how to do weekly fire alarm tests on blocks of flat around the LB of Ealing area. To apply for this role: must hold a full manual UK drivers licence. Be 21 years old or above (min age for commercial vehicle insurance) you must live within a reasonable drive of Ealing. be confident working on your own be interested in a career as a Fire Alarm Engineer The basics of the job are doing the statutory legally required weekly fire alarm tests on Fire Alarm systems within blocks of flats across the LB of Ealing contract. Involves around 20+ sites per day to conduct an alarm test on the break glass points, then administration on a tablet device to record any issues, or that there has been a successful test. Each one takes around 20 mins. It's a very responsible role to maintain compliance. Standard hours are Mon- Friday 08:00 - 16:30. The future is to become a Systems Engineer on Fire Alarms, so will lead to a technical career. Starting salary £28000 + Co Van (business use only), full time PAYE permanent position. All expenses are paid.
Apr 11, 2026
Full time
Fire Alarm Tester Looking for a junior / trainee to learn how to do weekly fire alarm tests on blocks of flat around the LB of Ealing area. To apply for this role: must hold a full manual UK drivers licence. Be 21 years old or above (min age for commercial vehicle insurance) you must live within a reasonable drive of Ealing. be confident working on your own be interested in a career as a Fire Alarm Engineer The basics of the job are doing the statutory legally required weekly fire alarm tests on Fire Alarm systems within blocks of flats across the LB of Ealing contract. Involves around 20+ sites per day to conduct an alarm test on the break glass points, then administration on a tablet device to record any issues, or that there has been a successful test. Each one takes around 20 mins. It's a very responsible role to maintain compliance. Standard hours are Mon- Friday 08:00 - 16:30. The future is to become a Systems Engineer on Fire Alarms, so will lead to a technical career. Starting salary £28000 + Co Van (business use only), full time PAYE permanent position. All expenses are paid.
Join us as a Children's Social Worker or Senior Social Worker and make a genuine difference in the lives of children and families across Hampshire. We're proud to be part of a select group of local authorities recognised by Ofsted as Outstanding for the quality and impact of our children's services. Across our Children in Care, Family Help and Refugee teams, you'll support children, young people and families through key stages of their journey. In the Children in Care Teams, you'll support care experienced children by meeting statutory duties, helping them move from residential care into foster or post 16 placements and completing a range of assessments while working with partners to safeguard young people at risk of exploitation. Within our Family Help Teams, you'll deliver strengths based interventions and family plans that keep children safely at home. Through practical, solution focused support, you'll help families build on their strengths, overcome challenges and achieve better long term outcomes. Joining our Refugee Teams, you'll work with separated children, unaccompanied minors, care leavers and families with No Recourse to Public Funds - from arrival and initial assessments, through navigating the asylum process and moving towards independence, with a focus on family reunification. What you'll do: Build strong, meaningful relationships with children and families to enable positive change. Lead on assessments, care planning, and interventions that safeguard and promote wellbeing. Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to deliver effective, holistic support. Manage complex caseloads with autonomy, creativity, and a strong focus on outcomes. Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and reflective practice. As a Senior Social Worker, provide mentoring and practice support to colleagues, role model high standards of social work, and contribute to reflective practice and service development. What we're looking for: Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England. Experience working in a UK based statutory social work setting. Senior Social Workers will have significant post qualifying experience (minimum 3 years) and be comfortable mentoring colleagues and role modelling best practice. Strong relationship building and communication skills, with the ability to engage families and build trust. Confident in assessing risk, analysing information, developing effective plans, and producing clear, high quality reports. Sound understanding of safeguarding, relevant legal frameworks, equality, and best value principles. Ability to manage complex caseloads and work effectively within multi agency settings. A creative, flexible, and forward thinking approach to practice. Please note: This role is not open to Newly Qualified Social Workers. If you are a recent graduate, please apply through our Graduate Entry Training Scheme (GETS). Why join us? Outstanding support: Regular, reflective supervision and a culture that values your voice. Flexible working: Including a 9-day fortnight and hybrid options to support work-life balance. Career development: 5 personal development days per year and access to excellent learning opportunities through our DfE 'Partner in Practice' initiative. Back-office support: Dedicated business support team to free up your time for frontline work. Relocation assistance: Up to £8,500 available for experienced UK-based Social Workers relocating to Hampshire (subject to management approval). Wellbeing support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. Competitive benefits package: Generous annual leave, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Ready to take the next step? Learn more: Explore the role, team, and our values in our Candidate Pack on our website. Apply by email: Send your CV to with the subject line 'Social Worker HCC623824'. By submitting your CV, you are giving consent for Hampshire County Council to store your data in accordance with data protection legislation. Alternatively, apply online: Click the 'Apply' button below to complete your application on our website. Important: You must already have the right to work in the UK. We are currently unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Other job titles you may be searching for may include: Welfare Worker, Case Manager, Social Work Practitioner, Children's Services Practitioner, Child Protection Social Worker, Children and Families Social Worker, Safeguarding Social Worker, Family Support Social Worker, Senior Case Manager, Advanced Social Work Practitioner.
Apr 11, 2026
Full time
Join us as a Children's Social Worker or Senior Social Worker and make a genuine difference in the lives of children and families across Hampshire. We're proud to be part of a select group of local authorities recognised by Ofsted as Outstanding for the quality and impact of our children's services. Across our Children in Care, Family Help and Refugee teams, you'll support children, young people and families through key stages of their journey. In the Children in Care Teams, you'll support care experienced children by meeting statutory duties, helping them move from residential care into foster or post 16 placements and completing a range of assessments while working with partners to safeguard young people at risk of exploitation. Within our Family Help Teams, you'll deliver strengths based interventions and family plans that keep children safely at home. Through practical, solution focused support, you'll help families build on their strengths, overcome challenges and achieve better long term outcomes. Joining our Refugee Teams, you'll work with separated children, unaccompanied minors, care leavers and families with No Recourse to Public Funds - from arrival and initial assessments, through navigating the asylum process and moving towards independence, with a focus on family reunification. What you'll do: Build strong, meaningful relationships with children and families to enable positive change. Lead on assessments, care planning, and interventions that safeguard and promote wellbeing. Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to deliver effective, holistic support. Manage complex caseloads with autonomy, creativity, and a strong focus on outcomes. Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and reflective practice. As a Senior Social Worker, provide mentoring and practice support to colleagues, role model high standards of social work, and contribute to reflective practice and service development. What we're looking for: Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England. Experience working in a UK based statutory social work setting. Senior Social Workers will have significant post qualifying experience (minimum 3 years) and be comfortable mentoring colleagues and role modelling best practice. Strong relationship building and communication skills, with the ability to engage families and build trust. Confident in assessing risk, analysing information, developing effective plans, and producing clear, high quality reports. Sound understanding of safeguarding, relevant legal frameworks, equality, and best value principles. Ability to manage complex caseloads and work effectively within multi agency settings. A creative, flexible, and forward thinking approach to practice. Please note: This role is not open to Newly Qualified Social Workers. If you are a recent graduate, please apply through our Graduate Entry Training Scheme (GETS). Why join us? Outstanding support: Regular, reflective supervision and a culture that values your voice. Flexible working: Including a 9-day fortnight and hybrid options to support work-life balance. Career development: 5 personal development days per year and access to excellent learning opportunities through our DfE 'Partner in Practice' initiative. Back-office support: Dedicated business support team to free up your time for frontline work. Relocation assistance: Up to £8,500 available for experienced UK-based Social Workers relocating to Hampshire (subject to management approval). Wellbeing support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. Competitive benefits package: Generous annual leave, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Ready to take the next step? Learn more: Explore the role, team, and our values in our Candidate Pack on our website. Apply by email: Send your CV to with the subject line 'Social Worker HCC623824'. By submitting your CV, you are giving consent for Hampshire County Council to store your data in accordance with data protection legislation. Alternatively, apply online: Click the 'Apply' button below to complete your application on our website. Important: You must already have the right to work in the UK. We are currently unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Other job titles you may be searching for may include: Welfare Worker, Case Manager, Social Work Practitioner, Children's Services Practitioner, Child Protection Social Worker, Children and Families Social Worker, Safeguarding Social Worker, Family Support Social Worker, Senior Case Manager, Advanced Social Work Practitioner.
We are currently recruiting for a Nursery Room Leader to join our team and look after our Pre-school Room at The Beaconsfield Day Nursery and Pre-School. Garvin Avenue, Beaconsfield, Bucks, HP9 1RD 40 hours per week Salary £32,760 per annum - £1000 welcome bonus! Beaconsfield Day Nursery is a welcoming and vibrant nursery nestled in the heart of Beaconsfield. Conveniently located with easy access from the A335 and close to the M40 junction , we also offer ample onsite and street parking. Additionally, the nursery is just a short distance from Beaconsfield Train Station, making it easily accessible for our dedicated team. Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: £1,000 Welcome Bonus Employee Childcare Discounts: 75% off nursery fees for our team members's Referral Programme: refer a friend and receive a bonus of up-to £750 Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays Health and Wellbeing: Confidential employee assistance helpline available Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth Onsite Free Parking and Transport Links As Room Leader, you will: Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources to children that are appropriate to their age and stage of development Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social and emotional development Assist staff in updating the EyLog system and their child learning journals with the highest quality Promote respect and credibility for this position by leading as a role model with impartiality and consistency Assist with embedding an effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff. Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor always Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. As Room Leader, you will need: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential Over 1 year's experience working in Early Years - Essential Over 6 months' experience working in a senior position - Desirable Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. The Beaconsfield Day Nursery and Preschool is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Apr 11, 2026
Full time
We are currently recruiting for a Nursery Room Leader to join our team and look after our Pre-school Room at The Beaconsfield Day Nursery and Pre-School. Garvin Avenue, Beaconsfield, Bucks, HP9 1RD 40 hours per week Salary £32,760 per annum - £1000 welcome bonus! Beaconsfield Day Nursery is a welcoming and vibrant nursery nestled in the heart of Beaconsfield. Conveniently located with easy access from the A335 and close to the M40 junction , we also offer ample onsite and street parking. Additionally, the nursery is just a short distance from Beaconsfield Train Station, making it easily accessible for our dedicated team. Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: £1,000 Welcome Bonus Employee Childcare Discounts: 75% off nursery fees for our team members's Referral Programme: refer a friend and receive a bonus of up-to £750 Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays Health and Wellbeing: Confidential employee assistance helpline available Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth Onsite Free Parking and Transport Links As Room Leader, you will: Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources to children that are appropriate to their age and stage of development Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social and emotional development Assist staff in updating the EyLog system and their child learning journals with the highest quality Promote respect and credibility for this position by leading as a role model with impartiality and consistency Assist with embedding an effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff. Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor always Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. As Room Leader, you will need: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential Over 1 year's experience working in Early Years - Essential Over 6 months' experience working in a senior position - Desirable Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. The Beaconsfield Day Nursery and Preschool is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
GCSE Core Subjects Outreach Tutor (Buckinghamshire) ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY Prospero Teaching is seeking a dedicated GCSE Core Subjects Outreach Tutor to work on a 1:1 basis with students across Buckinghamshire who are currently not attending mainstream school. As an Outreach Tutor, you will plan and deliver tailored GCSE-level lessons (typically English, Maths and/or Science) designed to close learning gaps, build confidence, and improve academic outcomes. This role is ideal for an experienced teacher or tutor who is looking to move away from the classroom and focus on highly personalised, meaningful teaching . Many of the young people you will support may have been out of education for a significant period and may have low self-esteem or anxiety around learning. You will play a key role in re-engaging pupils , rebuilding their routine, and helping them reconnect with education in a supportive and structured way. Prospero Teaching will work closely with you to monitor pupil progress, provide ongoing support, and ensure high-quality learning experiences. CONTRACT / POSITION DETAILS Location: Various locations across Buckinghamshire Position: GCSE Core Subjects Outreach Tutor Type of work: Contract Start date: ASAP Duration: Dependent on the individual student End date: N/A Contract type: Temporary Working hours: Part-time or full-time (depending on availability) Rate of pay: From 25 per hour Session length: Minimum of 1 hour, up to a maximum of 3 hours per session EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), QTLS, PGCE, EYFS, or equivalent Minimum of 6 months' experience working within a UK school or educational setting Up-to-date Safeguarding training (issued within the last year) - desirable but not essential TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST: Have the Right to Work in the UK Hold an enhanced DBS certificate on the child barred list, registered with the update service, or be willing to apply for one Provide two professional, child-related references covering the last two years OTHER INFORMATION To apply, please submit an up-to-date CV. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted . Prospero Teaching acts as an employment business and education recruitment agency for this vacancy. The successful applicant will be required to complete all safeguarding and vetting checks in line with Prospero Teaching's policies. All adults working with children and young people have a responsibility to safeguard and promote their welfare. Prospero Teaching offers successful candidates: Accredited CPD courses, including safeguarding and behaviour management Support from an experienced in-house Training and Development Team
Apr 11, 2026
Seasonal
GCSE Core Subjects Outreach Tutor (Buckinghamshire) ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY Prospero Teaching is seeking a dedicated GCSE Core Subjects Outreach Tutor to work on a 1:1 basis with students across Buckinghamshire who are currently not attending mainstream school. As an Outreach Tutor, you will plan and deliver tailored GCSE-level lessons (typically English, Maths and/or Science) designed to close learning gaps, build confidence, and improve academic outcomes. This role is ideal for an experienced teacher or tutor who is looking to move away from the classroom and focus on highly personalised, meaningful teaching . Many of the young people you will support may have been out of education for a significant period and may have low self-esteem or anxiety around learning. You will play a key role in re-engaging pupils , rebuilding their routine, and helping them reconnect with education in a supportive and structured way. Prospero Teaching will work closely with you to monitor pupil progress, provide ongoing support, and ensure high-quality learning experiences. CONTRACT / POSITION DETAILS Location: Various locations across Buckinghamshire Position: GCSE Core Subjects Outreach Tutor Type of work: Contract Start date: ASAP Duration: Dependent on the individual student End date: N/A Contract type: Temporary Working hours: Part-time or full-time (depending on availability) Rate of pay: From 25 per hour Session length: Minimum of 1 hour, up to a maximum of 3 hours per session EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), QTLS, PGCE, EYFS, or equivalent Minimum of 6 months' experience working within a UK school or educational setting Up-to-date Safeguarding training (issued within the last year) - desirable but not essential TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST: Have the Right to Work in the UK Hold an enhanced DBS certificate on the child barred list, registered with the update service, or be willing to apply for one Provide two professional, child-related references covering the last two years OTHER INFORMATION To apply, please submit an up-to-date CV. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted . Prospero Teaching acts as an employment business and education recruitment agency for this vacancy. The successful applicant will be required to complete all safeguarding and vetting checks in line with Prospero Teaching's policies. All adults working with children and young people have a responsibility to safeguard and promote their welfare. Prospero Teaching offers successful candidates: Accredited CPD courses, including safeguarding and behaviour management Support from an experienced in-house Training and Development Team
Chief Digital and Transformation Officer The closing date is 06 April 2026 We are inviting applications for a new role on our NHS executive team to lead the digital and transformation agenda for Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS Foundation Trust, serving Derbyshire and Derby. This role will lead the strategic integration of digital, data, technology and organisational change unlocking new capabilities, driving innovation and transforming how we deliver services for the benefit of the patients and communities we serve. The Chief Digital Transformation Officer (CDTO) provides strategic leadership to ensure technology, innovation and service redesign are fully aligned with Trust priorities and wider system objectives. The postholder will act as Chief Information Officer (CIO), Senior Information Risk Owner (SIRO) and Cyber Security Lead, providing assurance to the Board that digital infrastructure, information governance and cyber security arrangements are robust, secure and future-focused. This is a high profile executive leadership role requiring strong Board level credibility, influence and the ability to lead complex change in partnership with key stakeholders. Main duties of the job Key Priorities Board level leadership Contribute as a full Trust Board member, shaping strategy, providing expert advice and constructive challenge on digital, data and transformation matters. Transformation and service redesign Lead large scale transformation programmes that enable new models of care, digital innovation, agile working and service sustainability. Digital and data strategy Develop and deliver the Trust's digital and IMT strategy, ensuring systems support safe, effective and efficient care and high quality decision making. Information governance and cyber security Fulfil statutory responsibilities as CIO and SIRO, ensuring strong data protection, information governance and cyber resilience. Partnership and system working Build strong relationships across the Joined Up Care Derbyshire system to support collaborative transformation and shared digital ambition. Financial stewardship Provide strategic oversight of digital and transformation investment, ensuring value for money and long term organisational benefit. About us Our purpose is to provide community health services to a patient population of over one million people in Derbyshire and Derby, as part of Joined Up Care Derbyshire. We employ around 4,200 substantive staff, caring for patients in 11 community hospitals and more than 30 health centres, as well as in clinics, GP practices, schools, care homes and, increasingly, in peoples own homes and via virtual consultations. During the pandemic response we have led the implementation of public vaccination centres in collaboration with partners across health and social care. Job responsibilities See attached Job Description and Person Specification. Please send a CV and covering letter outlining how your skills and experience align to the requirements of this role as detailed in the job description and person specification to . The covering letter should also include salary expectations. Applications should be authored by the applicant and demonstrate personal reflection on the role and organisation. Submissions that appear to be wholly or largely generated using artificial intelligence tools may not be progressed. Person Specification Experience Experience of leading large scale organisational change and transformation Experience of partnership working and cross organisational collaboration Digital, data and technology leadership Experience in managing teams, budgets and complex projects Knowledge & Skills Understanding of NHS and social care operating environments Influential and motivational leadership Strong communication and influencing skills Effective chairing and stakeholder management Advanced IT literacy and familiarity with digital tools and Microsoft Office Ability to manage complexity and make decisions under pressure Qualifications Inclusion on an appropriate specialist register or equivalent senior level experience Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Derbyshire Community Health Services NHSFT
Apr 11, 2026
Full time
Chief Digital and Transformation Officer The closing date is 06 April 2026 We are inviting applications for a new role on our NHS executive team to lead the digital and transformation agenda for Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS Foundation Trust, serving Derbyshire and Derby. This role will lead the strategic integration of digital, data, technology and organisational change unlocking new capabilities, driving innovation and transforming how we deliver services for the benefit of the patients and communities we serve. The Chief Digital Transformation Officer (CDTO) provides strategic leadership to ensure technology, innovation and service redesign are fully aligned with Trust priorities and wider system objectives. The postholder will act as Chief Information Officer (CIO), Senior Information Risk Owner (SIRO) and Cyber Security Lead, providing assurance to the Board that digital infrastructure, information governance and cyber security arrangements are robust, secure and future-focused. This is a high profile executive leadership role requiring strong Board level credibility, influence and the ability to lead complex change in partnership with key stakeholders. Main duties of the job Key Priorities Board level leadership Contribute as a full Trust Board member, shaping strategy, providing expert advice and constructive challenge on digital, data and transformation matters. Transformation and service redesign Lead large scale transformation programmes that enable new models of care, digital innovation, agile working and service sustainability. Digital and data strategy Develop and deliver the Trust's digital and IMT strategy, ensuring systems support safe, effective and efficient care and high quality decision making. Information governance and cyber security Fulfil statutory responsibilities as CIO and SIRO, ensuring strong data protection, information governance and cyber resilience. Partnership and system working Build strong relationships across the Joined Up Care Derbyshire system to support collaborative transformation and shared digital ambition. Financial stewardship Provide strategic oversight of digital and transformation investment, ensuring value for money and long term organisational benefit. About us Our purpose is to provide community health services to a patient population of over one million people in Derbyshire and Derby, as part of Joined Up Care Derbyshire. We employ around 4,200 substantive staff, caring for patients in 11 community hospitals and more than 30 health centres, as well as in clinics, GP practices, schools, care homes and, increasingly, in peoples own homes and via virtual consultations. During the pandemic response we have led the implementation of public vaccination centres in collaboration with partners across health and social care. Job responsibilities See attached Job Description and Person Specification. Please send a CV and covering letter outlining how your skills and experience align to the requirements of this role as detailed in the job description and person specification to . The covering letter should also include salary expectations. Applications should be authored by the applicant and demonstrate personal reflection on the role and organisation. Submissions that appear to be wholly or largely generated using artificial intelligence tools may not be progressed. Person Specification Experience Experience of leading large scale organisational change and transformation Experience of partnership working and cross organisational collaboration Digital, data and technology leadership Experience in managing teams, budgets and complex projects Knowledge & Skills Understanding of NHS and social care operating environments Influential and motivational leadership Strong communication and influencing skills Effective chairing and stakeholder management Advanced IT literacy and familiarity with digital tools and Microsoft Office Ability to manage complexity and make decisions under pressure Qualifications Inclusion on an appropriate specialist register or equivalent senior level experience Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Derbyshire Community Health Services NHSFT
Your mission What We're Looking For We're looking for a proactive, commercially minded Company Secretarial Assistant Managerwho thrives in a fast growing environment. This role is perfect for someone who isn't afraid to put forward new ideas, enjoys building things from the ground up, and wants to grow alongside the team and clients. You should be part qualified with CGI (or working towards it) and serious about developing your company secretarial career. You'll be working closely with a leading global investment management manager as your primary client, so we need someone who is organised, confident, and ready to hit the ground running. As this is a newly created role, you'll have real scope to shape how we work, contribute to new processes, and bring your own solutions and experience to the table. We're looking for someone with solid hands on experience in company secretarial practice and compliance, and has experience in people management. You should enjoy being involved in building and evolving a function-trying things, refining them, and helping the team develop as we grow. This is an office basedrole in London, ideal for someone wants to influence how we grow from day one and is excited to be involved in moulding Avega's culture, processes and efficiencies. You must be someone who enjoys taking on different tasks in a fast paced environment. You must have a keen eye for detail and a willingness to understand the bigger picture, always looking for ways to align operations with client priorities and business goals as you grow in the role. You should enjoy people management and developing junior members of staff from within the business. Oversee the maintenance of statutory registers and company records in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Oversee the maintenance of the client's document management platform, ensuring that records are up to date at all times. Handle end to end onboarding of new business and undertake AML, Know Your Customer (KYC) and Client Due Diligence (CDD) processes, including drafting documents to propose and present to the Business Risk Committee. Undertake set up processes, such as review of contracts, incorporating UK companies and co-ordination of UK/local bank accounts. Review and finalise statutory filings. Act as a primary contact for clients on operational matters, including taking part in and leading client calls, taking ownership of trackers and discussing processes with the client, with refinements if necessary. Support the organisation and documentation of board and shareholder meetings, including reviewing agendas, minutes, and board packs, as well as leading the board meetings in their entirety and coordinating all follow ups, and actions. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate KPI reporting. Assist in drafting client invoices and reviewing payments. Actively suggest new ideas/processes for the operational processes including technology solutions and best practices to shape the team. Provide/arrange administrative support to the Company Secretarial team ensuring timely and accurate delivery of our services to the client. Undertake project-based tasks, internal or external, where necessary. Your profile 5+ years' experience in company secretarial practice. A strong interest in company secretarial practice, compliance, and regulatory matters. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organisational and time management abilities with high attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to work independently and as part of a team, taking initiative when required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). A professional and proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and grow. Strong leadership experience. Solid technical knowledge. Partly CGI qualified. Full study support towards the CGI qualification. Opportunities to attend workshops, seminars, and networking events relevant to governance and compliance. What you can expect Competitive salary with annual reviews. Full study support for continued CGI qualification, including exam fees and study materials. 30 days of annual leave per annum. Pension scheme with employer % input. Excellent personal healthcare benefits. Flexible working arrangements. Clear career progression pathways. About us AVEGAis a leading provider of company secretarial administration services, offering tailored solutions to clients in the financial and corporate sectors. From our roots in Luxembourg, and as a newly established part of the AVEGA Group, AVEGA UK has expanded into London to better serve our growing international client base. We manage complex cross-border transactions for global private equity firms and established companies across the infrastructure, retail, media, healthcare, telecommunications, and manufacturing industries anddelivering flexible, solution-driven support throughout the entire lifecycle of our clients' businesses. As an independent firm, AVEGA collaborates with major audit firms, banks, and law firms to deliver high quality comprehensive support. We are committed to developing talent and offering comprehensive training to nurture future governance professionals.
Apr 11, 2026
Full time
Your mission What We're Looking For We're looking for a proactive, commercially minded Company Secretarial Assistant Managerwho thrives in a fast growing environment. This role is perfect for someone who isn't afraid to put forward new ideas, enjoys building things from the ground up, and wants to grow alongside the team and clients. You should be part qualified with CGI (or working towards it) and serious about developing your company secretarial career. You'll be working closely with a leading global investment management manager as your primary client, so we need someone who is organised, confident, and ready to hit the ground running. As this is a newly created role, you'll have real scope to shape how we work, contribute to new processes, and bring your own solutions and experience to the table. We're looking for someone with solid hands on experience in company secretarial practice and compliance, and has experience in people management. You should enjoy being involved in building and evolving a function-trying things, refining them, and helping the team develop as we grow. This is an office basedrole in London, ideal for someone wants to influence how we grow from day one and is excited to be involved in moulding Avega's culture, processes and efficiencies. You must be someone who enjoys taking on different tasks in a fast paced environment. You must have a keen eye for detail and a willingness to understand the bigger picture, always looking for ways to align operations with client priorities and business goals as you grow in the role. You should enjoy people management and developing junior members of staff from within the business. Oversee the maintenance of statutory registers and company records in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Oversee the maintenance of the client's document management platform, ensuring that records are up to date at all times. Handle end to end onboarding of new business and undertake AML, Know Your Customer (KYC) and Client Due Diligence (CDD) processes, including drafting documents to propose and present to the Business Risk Committee. Undertake set up processes, such as review of contracts, incorporating UK companies and co-ordination of UK/local bank accounts. Review and finalise statutory filings. Act as a primary contact for clients on operational matters, including taking part in and leading client calls, taking ownership of trackers and discussing processes with the client, with refinements if necessary. Support the organisation and documentation of board and shareholder meetings, including reviewing agendas, minutes, and board packs, as well as leading the board meetings in their entirety and coordinating all follow ups, and actions. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate KPI reporting. Assist in drafting client invoices and reviewing payments. Actively suggest new ideas/processes for the operational processes including technology solutions and best practices to shape the team. Provide/arrange administrative support to the Company Secretarial team ensuring timely and accurate delivery of our services to the client. Undertake project-based tasks, internal or external, where necessary. Your profile 5+ years' experience in company secretarial practice. A strong interest in company secretarial practice, compliance, and regulatory matters. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organisational and time management abilities with high attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to work independently and as part of a team, taking initiative when required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). A professional and proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and grow. Strong leadership experience. Solid technical knowledge. Partly CGI qualified. Full study support towards the CGI qualification. Opportunities to attend workshops, seminars, and networking events relevant to governance and compliance. What you can expect Competitive salary with annual reviews. Full study support for continued CGI qualification, including exam fees and study materials. 30 days of annual leave per annum. Pension scheme with employer % input. Excellent personal healthcare benefits. Flexible working arrangements. Clear career progression pathways. About us AVEGAis a leading provider of company secretarial administration services, offering tailored solutions to clients in the financial and corporate sectors. From our roots in Luxembourg, and as a newly established part of the AVEGA Group, AVEGA UK has expanded into London to better serve our growing international client base. We manage complex cross-border transactions for global private equity firms and established companies across the infrastructure, retail, media, healthcare, telecommunications, and manufacturing industries anddelivering flexible, solution-driven support throughout the entire lifecycle of our clients' businesses. As an independent firm, AVEGA collaborates with major audit firms, banks, and law firms to deliver high quality comprehensive support. We are committed to developing talent and offering comprehensive training to nurture future governance professionals.
