The Training Programme Director in IMT will support the Head of School in the Strategic Development of the School of Medicine. The post holder will lead on the development of Schools recruitment and retention strategy and contribute to supporting the school operational programme. As a result of NHS England's integration into the Department of Health, all educator recruitment activity either extensions to existing contracts or new appointments will now be fixed term contracts, will have an end date of 31st March 2027. We are currently reviewing the recruitment process beyond this date and will provide updates as soon as we are able. Main duties of the job 1. Standalone IM Medicine (3-year Programme) TPDThe internal medicine curriculum allows for doctors to be trained in internal medicine in a standalone 3-year HST programme after completion of IMS1. Currently, across the UK, programmes that allow this are in the pilot phase. We have 3 posts currently within our Deanery and would be keen to expand the programme further.These posts have been created via Trust funding. The appetite for such a programme is said to stem from a desire by Trusts to create departments of General Medicine and a sense that Hospitalists in the USA provide a model that could be useful in the UK context.The job role of consultants accrediting in this way may involve: Participation in the IM on-call rota General medicine outpatients/a referral option for those where the referral is for symptoms that may have a variety of causes and the most appropriate specialist to refer to is not clear Interaction with surgical specialities The post-holder would be expected to expand the programme and develop a teaching programme and tutorials in conjunction with other IMS2 specialities to support the development of aspects such as clinical reasoning About us Our work supports the NHS to deliver high quality services for patients and best value for taxpayers. Our staff bring expertise across hundreds of specialisms including clinical, operational, commissioning, technology, data science, cyber security, software engineering, education, and commercial enabling us to design and deliver high-quality NHS services. We lead the NHS in England by: Enabling local systems and providers to improve the health of their people and patients and reduce health inequalities Making the NHS a great place to work, where our people can make a difference and achieve their potential Working collaboratively to ensure our healthcare workforce has the right knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to deliver accessible, compassionate care Optimising the use of digital technology, research, and innovation Earlier this year, the Government announced that NHS England will gradually merge with the Department of Health and Social Care, leading to full integration. The aim is to create a smaller, more strategic centre that reduces duplication and eliminates waste. If successful at interview, we will initiate an Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) via the Electronic Staff Record (ESR). This retrieves key data from your current or previous NHS employer to support onboarding, including competency status, Continuous Service Dates (CSD), and annual leave entitlement. You may opt out at any stage of the recruitment process. Job responsibilities Simulation Training IMS2 The IMS2 curriculum specifies the need for simulation training (including human factors). Currently, IMS2 doctors are offered simulation training in one of the postgraduate centres we have partnered with. The study leave budget is top sliced to pay for the teaching and the scenarios are created by a team of Flexible Portfolio Trainees supervised by the School Team. The post-holder would be expected to create/quality assure materials and support faculty development. Secondments Applicants from within the NHS will be offered on a secondment basis only, agreement should be obtained from their employer prior to submitting the application. Person Specification Qualifications Consultant in Medicine/ a Medical specialty on the Specialist Register and working in the NHS in the North West England Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians Education Qualification such as Postgraduate Certificate, Diploma or Masters in Medical Education Experience Experience of working with doctors in an educational context Experience as an educational supervisor especially for Internal Medicine trainees A desire to promote "generalism" Simulation experience Clinical Manager experience Previous or current appointment as a Leader in Healthcare Education would be desirable Experience in Recruitment Awareness of funding streams for Healthcare Education Understanding the Workforce Transformation agenda Skills Demonstrable leadership skills, consistent with own personal style, and an ability to motivate others Effective interpersonal skills, as well as written and oral presentation skills Committed to own professional development and learning Ability to remain curious, open to new ideas, and willingness to be challenged Adequate organisational skills to be able to deliver the operational aspects of the role in a timely manner A clear sense of vision and an ability to innovate Depending on experienceIn line with TPD sessional payments
Jan 07, 2026
Full time
The Training Programme Director in IMT will support the Head of School in the Strategic Development of the School of Medicine. The post holder will lead on the development of Schools recruitment and retention strategy and contribute to supporting the school operational programme. As a result of NHS England's integration into the Department of Health, all educator recruitment activity either extensions to existing contracts or new appointments will now be fixed term contracts, will have an end date of 31st March 2027. We are currently reviewing the recruitment process beyond this date and will provide updates as soon as we are able. Main duties of the job 1. Standalone IM Medicine (3-year Programme) TPDThe internal medicine curriculum allows for doctors to be trained in internal medicine in a standalone 3-year HST programme after completion of IMS1. Currently, across the UK, programmes that allow this are in the pilot phase. We have 3 posts currently within our Deanery and would be keen to expand the programme further.These posts have been created via Trust funding. The appetite for such a programme is said to stem from a desire by Trusts to create departments of General Medicine and a sense that Hospitalists in the USA provide a model that could be useful in the UK context.The job role of consultants accrediting in this way may involve: Participation in the IM on-call rota General medicine outpatients/a referral option for those where the referral is for symptoms that may have a variety of causes and the most appropriate specialist to refer to is not clear Interaction with surgical specialities The post-holder would be expected to expand the programme and develop a teaching programme and tutorials in conjunction with other IMS2 specialities to support the development of aspects such as clinical reasoning About us Our work supports the NHS to deliver high quality services for patients and best value for taxpayers. Our staff bring expertise across hundreds of specialisms including clinical, operational, commissioning, technology, data science, cyber security, software engineering, education, and commercial enabling us to design and deliver high-quality NHS services. We lead the NHS in England by: Enabling local systems and providers to improve the health of their people and patients and reduce health inequalities Making the NHS a great place to work, where our people can make a difference and achieve their potential Working collaboratively to ensure our healthcare workforce has the right knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to deliver accessible, compassionate care Optimising the use of digital technology, research, and innovation Earlier this year, the Government announced that NHS England will gradually merge with the Department of Health and Social Care, leading to full integration. The aim is to create a smaller, more strategic centre that reduces duplication and eliminates waste. If successful at interview, we will initiate an Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) via the Electronic Staff Record (ESR). This retrieves key data from your current or previous NHS employer to support onboarding, including competency status, Continuous Service Dates (CSD), and annual leave entitlement. You may opt out at any stage of the recruitment process. Job responsibilities Simulation Training IMS2 The IMS2 curriculum specifies the need for simulation training (including human factors). Currently, IMS2 doctors are offered simulation training in one of the postgraduate centres we have partnered with. The study leave budget is top sliced to pay for the teaching and the scenarios are created by a team of Flexible Portfolio Trainees supervised by the School Team. The post-holder would be expected to create/quality assure materials and support faculty development. Secondments Applicants from within the NHS will be offered on a secondment basis only, agreement should be obtained from their employer prior to submitting the application. Person Specification Qualifications Consultant in Medicine/ a Medical specialty on the Specialist Register and working in the NHS in the North West England Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians Education Qualification such as Postgraduate Certificate, Diploma or Masters in Medical Education Experience Experience of working with doctors in an educational context Experience as an educational supervisor especially for Internal Medicine trainees A desire to promote "generalism" Simulation experience Clinical Manager experience Previous or current appointment as a Leader in Healthcare Education would be desirable Experience in Recruitment Awareness of funding streams for Healthcare Education Understanding the Workforce Transformation agenda Skills Demonstrable leadership skills, consistent with own personal style, and an ability to motivate others Effective interpersonal skills, as well as written and oral presentation skills Committed to own professional development and learning Ability to remain curious, open to new ideas, and willingness to be challenged Adequate organisational skills to be able to deliver the operational aspects of the role in a timely manner A clear sense of vision and an ability to innovate Depending on experienceIn line with TPD sessional payments
Food Technician (Secondary School) - Gateshead We are a successful and inclusive secondary school in Gateshead with a strong focus on practical learning and student engagement. Our Food Technology department plays a vital role in developing students' life skills, nutritional knowledge, and confidence in food preparation. We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Food Technician to join our supportive Design & Technology team. About the School: We are a successful and inclusive secondary school in Gateshead with a strong focus on practical learning and student engagement. Our Food Technology department plays a vital role in developing students' life skills, nutritional knowledge, and confidence in food preparation. The Food Technician Role: This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified teacher, nutrition graduate, or experienced catering professional who is passionate about food education and working with young people. The successful candidate will support the delivery of high-quality Food Technology lessons and contribute to a safe, engaging learning environment. Key Responsibilities: Support and deliver practical Food Technology lessons at Key Stages 3 and 4. Prepare ingredients, equipment, and resources for practical sessions. Maintain food hygiene, health & safety, and risk assessments in line with school policies. Support students during practical lessons, encouraging safe and effective working practices. Assist teaching staff with lesson preparation, demonstrations, and classroom organisation. Manage stock, ordering, and storage of food and equipment. Contribute to enrichment activities, clubs, or events related to food, nutrition, or catering. Who We're Looking For: We welcome applications from candidates with a range of backgrounds, including: A degree or qualification in Nutrition, Food Science, Food Technology, or a related subject. Catering, hospitality, or food industry professionals with relevant practical experience. Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with experience teaching Food Technology. Why Join Us? Supportive leadership and collaborative DT department. Well equipped food rooms and modern facilities. Ongoing training and professional development opportunities. Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' life skills and wellbeing. About Protocol Education: Protocol Education, part of the Supporting Education Group, works closely with secondary schools across Gateshead to provide high quality support staff. We offer professional training, safeguarding support and personalised development for those beginning a career in education. How to Apply: Please submit your CV and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch to discuss the next steps. 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.
Jan 06, 2026
Full time
Food Technician (Secondary School) - Gateshead We are a successful and inclusive secondary school in Gateshead with a strong focus on practical learning and student engagement. Our Food Technology department plays a vital role in developing students' life skills, nutritional knowledge, and confidence in food preparation. We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Food Technician to join our supportive Design & Technology team. About the School: We are a successful and inclusive secondary school in Gateshead with a strong focus on practical learning and student engagement. Our Food Technology department plays a vital role in developing students' life skills, nutritional knowledge, and confidence in food preparation. The Food Technician Role: This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified teacher, nutrition graduate, or experienced catering professional who is passionate about food education and working with young people. The successful candidate will support the delivery of high-quality Food Technology lessons and contribute to a safe, engaging learning environment. Key Responsibilities: Support and deliver practical Food Technology lessons at Key Stages 3 and 4. Prepare ingredients, equipment, and resources for practical sessions. Maintain food hygiene, health & safety, and risk assessments in line with school policies. Support students during practical lessons, encouraging safe and effective working practices. Assist teaching staff with lesson preparation, demonstrations, and classroom organisation. Manage stock, ordering, and storage of food and equipment. Contribute to enrichment activities, clubs, or events related to food, nutrition, or catering. Who We're Looking For: We welcome applications from candidates with a range of backgrounds, including: A degree or qualification in Nutrition, Food Science, Food Technology, or a related subject. Catering, hospitality, or food industry professionals with relevant practical experience. Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with experience teaching Food Technology. Why Join Us? Supportive leadership and collaborative DT department. Well equipped food rooms and modern facilities. Ongoing training and professional development opportunities. Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' life skills and wellbeing. About Protocol Education: Protocol Education, part of the Supporting Education Group, works closely with secondary schools across Gateshead to provide high quality support staff. We offer professional training, safeguarding support and personalised development for those beginning a career in education. How to Apply: Please submit your CV and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch to discuss the next steps. 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.
Department Planning and Performance Department Location Birmingham, England Salary £44,131 to £51,182per annum Permanent Post Type Full Time Release Date 10 December 2025 Closing Date 23.59 hours GMT on Friday 16 January 2026 Reference F125010 The full-time starting salary is normally £44,131 per annum, with progression available in post to £51,182 per annum. Grade: G Full-time Permanent About us Join us as a senior business intelligence developer and help shape the future of data-driven decision making at our University. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in developing and delivering high-quality data solutions that inform strategy, support performance monitoring, and shape the future of performance reporting in the University. We have an exciting opening for a senior business intelligence developer within the central Planning and Performance Department. The department is a small, expert department delivering business insights, forecasting, HE policy research and business intelligence to the University Executive Team, as well as to all academic areas of the University. We inform decision making and help the University thrive in the strongly data-driven policy environment of English Higher Education. Our remit includes policy research and impact assessment, regulatory compliance work, student data reporting and insight, planning and forecasting, statutory reporting, performance monitoring, trend analysis, survey analysis, and academic workload allocation. Role information The role will report to the Head of Performance and Intelligence who leads a small team within the department that have the responsibility to help design and deliver BI solutions. We manage the sourcing, development, creation and maintenance of data assets and client facing data solutions. These revolve around student data, forming part of a suite of data models that drive performance reporting and data investigations. We deliver these both in support and to service data to our departmental team of analysts and the wider organisation. The role will serve as a technical hands on expert and be instrumental in optimising the value of data collected. The role will play a leading part in guiding BI best practices and collaborating with cross functional teams to support strategic business objectives. Main activities and responsibilities Help build and optimise data models and semantic layers for reporting and analytics. Help lead on the design and delivery of advanced intelligence reports Support the design, development, optimisation and maintenance of high-quality dashboards, reports, and data visualisations. Help develop a governance across the data assets and BI products Collaborate closely with business stakeholders to deliver insights and recommendations. Mentor/support developers/analysts in the team, troubleshoot issues and contribute to the continuous improvement of reporting systems and processes. Person requirements 5+ years of experience in business intelligence, data modelling or data analysis roles Strong SQL skills, including query tuning and data modelling expertise. Knowledge of BI tools Solid understanding of data warehousing concepts (star/snowflake schemas). Strong analytical and problem solving abilities. Excellent communication skills and ability to work with non technical stakeholders. An understanding of and experience of working with HE student data is desirable but not essential The appointed candidate will normally be employed through our subsidiary company BCU Support Services Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Birmingham City University. Appointees with prior LGPS membership who wish to enter the LGPS scheme will be able to do so and will be employed by Birmingham City University directly. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and to an environment that supports lawful free speech and academic freedom. We will continuously review and improve our policies, practices, and procedures to ensure that we are promoting these in all aspects of our operations. We believe that by working together, combining our many different backgrounds and life experiences, we will empower each other to reach our full potential. Birmingham City University is growing in quality and standing, with an academic STEAM agenda at the heart of our ambitions. We are transforming the lives of students and their communities, and want outstanding people to join us in taking us on the next stage of our exciting journey. Our students learn through doing. They are empowered throughout their educational journey, achieving significant educational gain and personal transformation. There has never been a better time to join us. Come and be part of the next exciting stage of our journey. ABOUT BIRMINGHAM CITY UNIVERSITY At the heart of our 2025 Strategy is our mission is to enable our students to transform their lives and to achieve their potential. Through our education and research, and the roles our graduates go on to play in the world, we not only support individuals to transform their lives, but we also play a part in transforming society. Located in the centre of the UK's second city, we are a university with a long heritage of innovation and of making, dating back to our origins in 1843 when we were founded as the Birmingham Government School of Design. Our heritage of making through innovation and its application through knowledge exchange, and of creative research and practice, today finds it expression in our STEAM agenda, in our research and enterprise, and in our commitment to challenge-based learning. Working across disciplines, and delivering impactful research and enterprise, interdisciplinarity is at the heart of the continuing transformation of our academic portfolio. OUR STAFF COMMUNITY Birmingham is home to a rich and diverse range of communities. Our students reflect this rich cultural mix, and we are continuing to work to make sure that this is also reflected in our broader university community. Birmingham City University values the quality and diversity of our staff. Our staff and student community is defined by our core values, which outline who we are as a University and how we work with each other. Our core values are we create opportunity, we think differently, and we build community. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, continuously reviewing and improving our policies, practices, and procedures to ensure that we are promoting these in all aspects of our operations. We believe that by working together, combining our many different backgrounds and life experiences, we will empower each other to reach our full potential. We hold an Athena SWAN Bronze award in recognition of our commitment to improving employment practices for the advancement of gender equality. Our University is located in one of the most culturally rich and diverse Cities in the UK, and it is our ambition to be the University for Birmingham and the surrounding region. The events of 2020 have highlighted the stark inequalities that Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic Communities face and we are committed to removing the institutional barriers that our staff and students face and improve the representation, progression and success of staff and students from all backgrounds within higher education. To demonstrate this, we have signed up to the Race Equality Charter to show our commitment. Birmingham City University has been recognised for its progress on LGBT+ equality with a Gold award in the Stonewall Index and have entered the Top 100 Employers 2023 for LGBT+ inclusion. Meanwhile, we are Disability Confident (Committed) and are on an exciting journey to advance our University to progress through the Disability Confident scheme. We are also a Mindful Employer, which means we are committed to supporting the mental health and well being of our staff, and we have also signed up to the Mental Health Charter led by student mental health charity Student Minds. Furthermore, we are signed up to The Technician Commitment - a university and research institution initiative supported by the Science Council and Gatsby Foundation - aiming to ensure visibility, recognition, career development and sustainability for technicians working in higher education and research. WORKING AND LIVING IN BIRMINGHAM The youngest city in Europe with under-25s accounting for nearly 40% of the population, Birmingham is a city full of energy and enthusiasm and is a great place to live and work. Based in the heart of England, the city is easily accessible by road, rail and air. Birmingham New Street station has recently undergone major redevelopment, while the city is at the heart of the high-speed rail network, HS2. HS2 will provide new rapid rail travel connecting Birmingham City Centre to London and the rest of the network from the new Curzon Street Station - adjacent to Birmingham City University's City Centre Campus - and will be one of the most environmentally friendly stations in the world. The city's appetite for progression is boundless, and it has been championing innovation since the earliest days of the Industrial Revolution, reflected in Birmingham City University's new STEAMhouse building which opened in October 2022 and is home to an inter-disciplinary community of entrepreneurs, businesses, academic researchers . click apply for full job details
Jan 01, 2026
Full time
Department Planning and Performance Department Location Birmingham, England Salary £44,131 to £51,182per annum Permanent Post Type Full Time Release Date 10 December 2025 Closing Date 23.59 hours GMT on Friday 16 January 2026 Reference F125010 The full-time starting salary is normally £44,131 per annum, with progression available in post to £51,182 per annum. Grade: G Full-time Permanent About us Join us as a senior business intelligence developer and help shape the future of data-driven decision making at our University. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in developing and delivering high-quality data solutions that inform strategy, support performance monitoring, and shape the future of performance reporting in the University. We have an exciting opening for a senior business intelligence developer within the central Planning and Performance Department. The department is a small, expert department delivering business insights, forecasting, HE policy research and business intelligence to the University Executive Team, as well as to all academic areas of the University. We inform decision making and help the University thrive in the strongly data-driven policy environment of English Higher Education. Our remit includes policy research and impact assessment, regulatory compliance work, student data reporting and insight, planning and forecasting, statutory reporting, performance monitoring, trend analysis, survey analysis, and academic workload allocation. Role information The role will report to the Head of Performance and Intelligence who leads a small team within the department that have the responsibility to help design and deliver BI solutions. We manage the sourcing, development, creation and maintenance of data assets and client facing data solutions. These revolve around student data, forming part of a suite of data models that drive performance reporting and data investigations. We deliver these both in support and to service data to our departmental team of analysts and the wider organisation. The role will serve as a technical hands on expert and be instrumental in optimising the value of data collected. The role will play a leading part in guiding BI best practices and collaborating with cross functional teams to support strategic business objectives. Main activities and responsibilities Help build and optimise data models and semantic layers for reporting and analytics. Help lead on the design and delivery of advanced intelligence reports Support the design, development, optimisation and maintenance of high-quality dashboards, reports, and data visualisations. Help develop a governance across the data assets and BI products Collaborate closely with business stakeholders to deliver insights and recommendations. Mentor/support developers/analysts in the team, troubleshoot issues and contribute to the continuous improvement of reporting systems and processes. Person requirements 5+ years of experience in business intelligence, data modelling or data analysis roles Strong SQL skills, including query tuning and data modelling expertise. Knowledge of BI tools Solid understanding of data warehousing concepts (star/snowflake schemas). Strong analytical and problem solving abilities. Excellent communication skills and ability to work with non technical stakeholders. An understanding of and experience of working with HE student data is desirable but not essential The appointed candidate will normally be employed through our subsidiary company BCU Support Services Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Birmingham City University. Appointees with prior LGPS membership who wish to enter the LGPS scheme will be able to do so and will be employed by Birmingham City University directly. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and to an environment that supports lawful free speech and academic freedom. We will continuously review and improve our policies, practices, and procedures to ensure that we are promoting these in all aspects of our operations. We believe that by working together, combining our many different backgrounds and life experiences, we will empower each other to reach our full potential. Birmingham City University is growing in quality and standing, with an academic STEAM agenda at the heart of our ambitions. We are transforming the lives of students and their communities, and want outstanding people to join us in taking us on the next stage of our exciting journey. Our students learn through doing. They are empowered throughout their educational journey, achieving significant educational gain and personal transformation. There has never been a better time to join us. Come and be part of the next exciting stage of our journey. ABOUT BIRMINGHAM CITY UNIVERSITY At the heart of our 2025 Strategy is our mission is to enable our students to transform their lives and to achieve their potential. Through our education and research, and the roles our graduates go on to play in the world, we not only support individuals to transform their lives, but we also play a part in transforming society. Located in the centre of the UK's second city, we are a university with a long heritage of innovation and of making, dating back to our origins in 1843 when we were founded as the Birmingham Government School of Design. Our heritage of making through innovation and its application through knowledge exchange, and of creative research and practice, today finds it expression in our STEAM agenda, in our research and enterprise, and in our commitment to challenge-based learning. Working across disciplines, and delivering impactful research and enterprise, interdisciplinarity is at the heart of the continuing transformation of our academic portfolio. OUR STAFF COMMUNITY Birmingham is home to a rich and diverse range of communities. Our students reflect this rich cultural mix, and we are continuing to work to make sure that this is also reflected in our broader university community. Birmingham City University values the quality and diversity of our staff. Our staff and student community is defined by our core values, which outline who we are as a University and how we work with each other. Our core values are we create opportunity, we think differently, and we build community. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, continuously reviewing and improving our policies, practices, and procedures to ensure that we are promoting these in all aspects of our operations. We believe that by working together, combining our many different backgrounds and life experiences, we will empower each other to reach our full potential. We hold an Athena SWAN Bronze award in recognition of our commitment to improving employment practices for the advancement of gender equality. Our University is located in one of the most culturally rich and diverse Cities in the UK, and it is our ambition to be the University for Birmingham and the surrounding region. The events of 2020 have highlighted the stark inequalities that Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic Communities face and we are committed to removing the institutional barriers that our staff and students face and improve the representation, progression and success of staff and students from all backgrounds within higher education. To demonstrate this, we have signed up to the Race Equality Charter to show our commitment. Birmingham City University has been recognised for its progress on LGBT+ equality with a Gold award in the Stonewall Index and have entered the Top 100 Employers 2023 for LGBT+ inclusion. Meanwhile, we are Disability Confident (Committed) and are on an exciting journey to advance our University to progress through the Disability Confident scheme. We are also a Mindful Employer, which means we are committed to supporting the mental health and well being of our staff, and we have also signed up to the Mental Health Charter led by student mental health charity Student Minds. Furthermore, we are signed up to The Technician Commitment - a university and research institution initiative supported by the Science Council and Gatsby Foundation - aiming to ensure visibility, recognition, career development and sustainability for technicians working in higher education and research. WORKING AND LIVING IN BIRMINGHAM The youngest city in Europe with under-25s accounting for nearly 40% of the population, Birmingham is a city full of energy and enthusiasm and is a great place to live and work. Based in the heart of England, the city is easily accessible by road, rail and air. Birmingham New Street station has recently undergone major redevelopment, while the city is at the heart of the high-speed rail network, HS2. HS2 will provide new rapid rail travel connecting Birmingham City Centre to London and the rest of the network from the new Curzon Street Station - adjacent to Birmingham City University's City Centre Campus - and will be one of the most environmentally friendly stations in the world. The city's appetite for progression is boundless, and it has been championing innovation since the earliest days of the Industrial Revolution, reflected in Birmingham City University's new STEAMhouse building which opened in October 2022 and is home to an inter-disciplinary community of entrepreneurs, businesses, academic researchers . click apply for full job details
WORKING WITH US At Harris Academy Orpington, we have worked hard to create an environment where we look after and care for each other. Whilst being incredibly rewarding, working in schools can sometimes be hard. Colleagues at Harris Academy Orpington know that we work together as a team and we look out for each other; the environment here is one of care, nurture and support, along with a bit of challenge! Harris Academy Orpington opened in September 2016, joining the highly successful Federation of Harris academies in London and the senior leaders here are experienced in creating and running great schools and that is what we are doing in BR5. We are a community school that serves families in and around Orpington and we are well on our way towards providing an outstanding education for the students who come here. We want out students to succeed and have choices in their lives; to take control of their futures and achieve beyond their dreams. We are ambitious, tenacious and enterprising and committed to helping our students succeed. Our work as a Health Science Specialist school, with students being given access to recognised professional qualifications, work experience and careers is unique and is designed to help and support the whole community who are regularly invited into the Academy to hear from guest speakers. We have the most incredible facilities; with brand new science labs, 3 Main Halls, Dance Studios, 3 Astro Turfs, Drama Studios, dedicated Art and DT blocks, we are incredibly proud of the work that our students do here. We have developed a curriculum that is ambitious and broad. We believe in the need to nurture an appreciation of human creativity and achievement and have designed a curriculum that does just that. We aim to ensure that every student is inspired and supported to achieve his/her personal best and learning comes first. Our motto is "Together We Can" and if you are interested in joining us, we would be very keen to meet you. To learn more about working in our academy and what we can offer you, view our academy page via the "why work at" button. ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY Are you an enthusiastic and passionate English teacher looking to step into middle leadership? Could you inspire us to continue to improve and raise students' achievements, have a commitment to sharing expertise and bring the department to the next level? We are looking for a qualified, experienced English teacher to join Harris Academy Orpington as the Head of English, starting in April or sooner. The successful candidate will have QTS and strong subject knowledge teaching up to and including KS5. The successful candidate should be a dedicated and highly motivated practitioner with a proven track record of driving up standards, with excellent interpersonal skills to join our highly committed team, sharing in the school's values, vision and ethos. Not suitable for ECTs. MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY The purpose of your role will be: To be accountable for leading, managing and developing the subject area. To raise standards of student attainment and achievement within the whole subject/curriculum area and to monitor and support student progress. To ensure the provision of an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students studying in the department, in accordance with the aims of the academy and the curricular policies determined by the Governing Body and Principal. To teach the relevant subject across the age and ability range. To facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides students with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential. To effectively manage and deploy staff, financial and physical resources within the department. To share and support the school's responsibility to provide and monitor opportunities for personal and academic growth. Your main areas of responsibility will fall under the areas of: Operational and strategic planning (including formulating the subject and faculty improvement plans, and leading the development of appropriate syllabuses, resources, schemes of work, marking policies, assessment and teaching strategies) Ensuring the delivery of an appropriate, comprehensive, high quality and cost effective curriculum and leading development of the subject and its delivery Staff development (including recruiting, building and managing an effective team of motivated staff) Student outcomes (including ensuring the effective operation of target setting, monitoring and evaluation systems and the input and maintenance of accurate student data) Pastoral system (including being a form tutor to a selected group of students) Teaching, including acting as an outstanding role model WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR We would like to hear from you if you: Hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree, and, ideally, management training Demonstrate successful teaching of GCSE at good or better level Have experience of initiation and effective management of change Show evidence of raising achievement in present post and showing good value added for groups Have knowledge of current curriculum developments in subject and their implications Have good knowledge and understanding of current educational thinking Show good understanding of how children learn and how to raise standards of achievement Have good communication skills in speech and writing Display excellent organisational skills Are able to build and sustain professional standards and relationships with students Are able to contribute towards creating a safe and protective environment For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack. WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU Teacher Development At Harris, we have curated professional development pathways that will guide you towards achieving your career ambitions. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. With a strong network of passionate educators, expert development initiatives and a multitude of opportunities for career progression, your journey with Harris could be the most rewarding one yet. We offer a wide range of high quality teacher professional development programmes via the Harris Institute of Teaching and Leadership. Find out more here. Flexible Working We are committed to fostering a positive and supportive working environment for our staff, recognising that achieving a balance between professional and personal responsibilities is essential. We understand that each individual's circumstances are unique, which is why we offer flexible working options that can be adapted to meet the needs of both the academy and our employees. Benefits In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance (usually £2,000 for Inner London and £1,500 for Outer London), a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Teachers Pension Scheme, a Wellbeing Cash Plan, Employee Assistance Programme, and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website. Safeguarding Notice The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed. Equal Opportunities The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment. APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION Thank you for your interest in this position. If you would like to discuss this opportunity, or to request a visit, please email the academy via the Why work page on harriscareers. Before applying, please download the Job Pack for full details on the job responsibilities and person specification. This will be help you when completing your application, and throughout the recruitment process. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we may interview and offer to a candidate before the closing date. Please note that we only accept applications submitted before the closing date via our careers website.
Jan 01, 2026
Full time
WORKING WITH US At Harris Academy Orpington, we have worked hard to create an environment where we look after and care for each other. Whilst being incredibly rewarding, working in schools can sometimes be hard. Colleagues at Harris Academy Orpington know that we work together as a team and we look out for each other; the environment here is one of care, nurture and support, along with a bit of challenge! Harris Academy Orpington opened in September 2016, joining the highly successful Federation of Harris academies in London and the senior leaders here are experienced in creating and running great schools and that is what we are doing in BR5. We are a community school that serves families in and around Orpington and we are well on our way towards providing an outstanding education for the students who come here. We want out students to succeed and have choices in their lives; to take control of their futures and achieve beyond their dreams. We are ambitious, tenacious and enterprising and committed to helping our students succeed. Our work as a Health Science Specialist school, with students being given access to recognised professional qualifications, work experience and careers is unique and is designed to help and support the whole community who are regularly invited into the Academy to hear from guest speakers. We have the most incredible facilities; with brand new science labs, 3 Main Halls, Dance Studios, 3 Astro Turfs, Drama Studios, dedicated Art and DT blocks, we are incredibly proud of the work that our students do here. We have developed a curriculum that is ambitious and broad. We believe in the need to nurture an appreciation of human creativity and achievement and have designed a curriculum that does just that. We aim to ensure that every student is inspired and supported to achieve his/her personal best and learning comes first. Our motto is "Together We Can" and if you are interested in joining us, we would be very keen to meet you. To learn more about working in our academy and what we can offer you, view our academy page via the "why work at" button. ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY Are you an enthusiastic and passionate English teacher looking to step into middle leadership? Could you inspire us to continue to improve and raise students' achievements, have a commitment to sharing expertise and bring the department to the next level? We are looking for a qualified, experienced English teacher to join Harris Academy Orpington as the Head of English, starting in April or sooner. The successful candidate will have QTS and strong subject knowledge teaching up to and including KS5. The successful candidate should be a dedicated and highly motivated practitioner with a proven track record of driving up standards, with excellent interpersonal skills to join our highly committed team, sharing in the school's values, vision and ethos. Not suitable for ECTs. MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY The purpose of your role will be: To be accountable for leading, managing and developing the subject area. To raise standards of student attainment and achievement within the whole subject/curriculum area and to monitor and support student progress. To ensure the provision of an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students studying in the department, in accordance with the aims of the academy and the curricular policies determined by the Governing Body and Principal. To teach the relevant subject across the age and ability range. To facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides students with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential. To effectively manage and deploy staff, financial and physical resources within the department. To share and support the school's responsibility to provide and monitor opportunities for personal and academic growth. Your main areas of responsibility will fall under the areas of: Operational and strategic planning (including formulating the subject and faculty improvement plans, and leading the development of appropriate syllabuses, resources, schemes of work, marking policies, assessment and teaching strategies) Ensuring the delivery of an appropriate, comprehensive, high quality and cost effective curriculum and leading development of the subject and its delivery Staff development (including recruiting, building and managing an effective team of motivated staff) Student outcomes (including ensuring the effective operation of target setting, monitoring and evaluation systems and the input and maintenance of accurate student data) Pastoral system (including being a form tutor to a selected group of students) Teaching, including acting as an outstanding role model WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR We would like to hear from you if you: Hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree, and, ideally, management training Demonstrate successful teaching of GCSE at good or better level Have experience of initiation and effective management of change Show evidence of raising achievement in present post and showing good value added for groups Have knowledge of current curriculum developments in subject and their implications Have good knowledge and understanding of current educational thinking Show good understanding of how children learn and how to raise standards of achievement Have good communication skills in speech and writing Display excellent organisational skills Are able to build and sustain professional standards and relationships with students Are able to contribute towards creating a safe and protective environment For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack. WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU Teacher Development At Harris, we have curated professional development pathways that will guide you towards achieving your career ambitions. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. With a strong network of passionate educators, expert development initiatives and a multitude of opportunities for career progression, your journey with Harris could be the most rewarding one yet. We offer a wide range of high quality teacher professional development programmes via the Harris Institute of Teaching and Leadership. Find out more here. Flexible Working We are committed to fostering a positive and supportive working environment for our staff, recognising that achieving a balance between professional and personal responsibilities is essential. We understand that each individual's circumstances are unique, which is why we offer flexible working options that can be adapted to meet the needs of both the academy and our employees. Benefits In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance (usually £2,000 for Inner London and £1,500 for Outer London), a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Teachers Pension Scheme, a Wellbeing Cash Plan, Employee Assistance Programme, and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website. Safeguarding Notice The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed. Equal Opportunities The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment. APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION Thank you for your interest in this position. If you would like to discuss this opportunity, or to request a visit, please email the academy via the Why work page on harriscareers. Before applying, please download the Job Pack for full details on the job responsibilities and person specification. This will be help you when completing your application, and throughout the recruitment process. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we may interview and offer to a candidate before the closing date. Please note that we only accept applications submitted before the closing date via our careers website.
We are a growing our tuition arm of our company and we are looking for enthusiastic and patient graduates (or final-year students) in Mathematics, English or Science to join our team of specialist home tutors in Hull. About the role You will deliver high-quality, face-to-face tuition to students aged 7-16 (Key Stage 2 to Key Stage 4) who are currently out of school for a range of reasons (medical needs, anxiety, exclusion, etc.). Most students receive 2 hours of tuition per day (you choose how many students/hours you take on) Sessions take place in the student's home (or occasionally another safe venue) You will plan and deliver engaging lessons tailored to each student's needs and targets Full training, resources and ongoing support provided We are looking for Graduates (or final-year undergraduates) in Mathematics, English or Science (other strong academic backgrounds considered) Confidence teaching across KS2, KS3 and ideally KS4 in your subject Excellent communication skills and the ability to build rapport with young people who may find school challenging Patience, resilience and a genuine passion for helping every child succeed A full UK driving licence and access to your own car (essential - travel expenses paid) What we offer Competitive rate of circa 20 per hour (paid for contact time + travel) Flexible working - work as many or as few hours as you want (part-time or full-time hours available) We group students geographically wherever possible to minimise travel Ongoing CPD, mentoring and the chance to make a real difference to vulnerable learners Simple weekly PAYE payroll (no need to be self-employed) If you want rewarding, flexible work that truly changes lives, we'd love to hear from you! To apply, please email your CV and a short covering note telling us: Your degree subject (or expected classification) Which subject(s) and key stages you feel confident teaching Your availability Email: (url removed) or call (phone number removed) to discuss further.
Jan 01, 2026
Contractor
We are a growing our tuition arm of our company and we are looking for enthusiastic and patient graduates (or final-year students) in Mathematics, English or Science to join our team of specialist home tutors in Hull. About the role You will deliver high-quality, face-to-face tuition to students aged 7-16 (Key Stage 2 to Key Stage 4) who are currently out of school for a range of reasons (medical needs, anxiety, exclusion, etc.). Most students receive 2 hours of tuition per day (you choose how many students/hours you take on) Sessions take place in the student's home (or occasionally another safe venue) You will plan and deliver engaging lessons tailored to each student's needs and targets Full training, resources and ongoing support provided We are looking for Graduates (or final-year undergraduates) in Mathematics, English or Science (other strong academic backgrounds considered) Confidence teaching across KS2, KS3 and ideally KS4 in your subject Excellent communication skills and the ability to build rapport with young people who may find school challenging Patience, resilience and a genuine passion for helping every child succeed A full UK driving licence and access to your own car (essential - travel expenses paid) What we offer Competitive rate of circa 20 per hour (paid for contact time + travel) Flexible working - work as many or as few hours as you want (part-time or full-time hours available) We group students geographically wherever possible to minimise travel Ongoing CPD, mentoring and the chance to make a real difference to vulnerable learners Simple weekly PAYE payroll (no need to be self-employed) If you want rewarding, flexible work that truly changes lives, we'd love to hear from you! To apply, please email your CV and a short covering note telling us: Your degree subject (or expected classification) Which subject(s) and key stages you feel confident teaching Your availability Email: (url removed) or call (phone number removed) to discuss further.
