Academic Officer Are you experienced working as an Administrator within the higher education/ university sector, and looking for a chance to join a friendly, vibrant and supportive college as part of the Academic Office? If so, read on to find out more. Academic Officer Responsibilities The Academic Officer works within a small team and reports to the Deputy Academic Registrar. They are the first point of contact for queries and provide administrative support to ensure the successful running of the academic activities of the College; including undertaking right to work checks for tutors, gathering and processing information about tuition, and producing financial and statistical reports for use by College Officers and committees throughout the year. Academic Officer Rewards In addition to a competitive salary the Academic Officer will receive ongoing learning and development opportunities, season ticket loan, car parking onsite, tax free bicycle purchase scheme, free use of gym and squash courts, library and music building, salary sacrifice childcare scheme and generous college pension scheme. The Company Our client is an inclusive, vibrant and friendly college with a community and family vibe. Academic Officer Experience To be successful in this Academic Officer role it is desirable that you have worked within the University or college environment with an existing understanding of how they operate however candidates who are degree qualified, or equivalent, and possess strong administration skills and the ability to build stakeholder relationships at all levels across the student, tutor and academic body and the gravitas and adaptability to manage expectations, guide and advise across a range of areas, can also be considered. You will work hard to meet deadlines with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail. You will be focused and self-motivated with the enthusiasm to learn and have a friendly and approachable manner. You will need to have strong MS Office skills, especially when working with data and spreadsheets and the ability to pick systems up easily. You will have excellent written and verbal English communication skills and be reliable, providing day to day support to keep everything moving smoothly within the academic support department. You must be organised and able to prioritise, manage your time and work calmly under pressure. This can be a busy department at certain times of the year and so you must be able to react to the fluctuating demands of the academic calendar. You must be able to handle confidential and sensitive matters with discretion and initiative and be willing to undertake other duties as required depending on the changing needs of the academic office. Location This role is full-time, permanent and based onsite at the college in Oxford, a minimum of 3 days a week with the potential to work from home twice a week. 35 hours per week, all year round. You will be required to work occasional Saturdays (approx 10 a year) for ceremonies, however time off in lieu will be granted. How to Apply for this Academic Officer role Please send an up-to-date CV and cover letter to (url removed) Successful candidates will be required to complete an application form and recruitment monitoring form and provide two referees, one of which should be your current employer or most recent employer. You must have the right to work in the UK. You must live within easy commuting distance of the college in Oxford. "INDBOOST" Allen Associates is a leading recruitment company in Oxfordshire recruiting for Marketing, Finance, Human Resources and PA/Administrative roles. Allen Associates operates as an Employment Agency for permanent recruitment and an Employment Business for temporary recruitment. For more information on current vacancies please visit (url removed) and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook. For our latest vacancies follow our Jobs on Twitter
May 02, 2024
Full time
Academic Officer Are you experienced working as an Administrator within the higher education/ university sector, and looking for a chance to join a friendly, vibrant and supportive college as part of the Academic Office? If so, read on to find out more. Academic Officer Responsibilities The Academic Officer works within a small team and reports to the Deputy Academic Registrar. They are the first point of contact for queries and provide administrative support to ensure the successful running of the academic activities of the College; including undertaking right to work checks for tutors, gathering and processing information about tuition, and producing financial and statistical reports for use by College Officers and committees throughout the year. Academic Officer Rewards In addition to a competitive salary the Academic Officer will receive ongoing learning and development opportunities, season ticket loan, car parking onsite, tax free bicycle purchase scheme, free use of gym and squash courts, library and music building, salary sacrifice childcare scheme and generous college pension scheme. The Company Our client is an inclusive, vibrant and friendly college with a community and family vibe. Academic Officer Experience To be successful in this Academic Officer role it is desirable that you have worked within the University or college environment with an existing understanding of how they operate however candidates who are degree qualified, or equivalent, and possess strong administration skills and the ability to build stakeholder relationships at all levels across the student, tutor and academic body and the gravitas and adaptability to manage expectations, guide and advise across a range of areas, can also be considered. You will work hard to meet deadlines with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail. You will be focused and self-motivated with the enthusiasm to learn and have a friendly and approachable manner. You will need to have strong MS Office skills, especially when working with data and spreadsheets and the ability to pick systems up easily. You will have excellent written and verbal English communication skills and be reliable, providing day to day support to keep everything moving smoothly within the academic support department. You must be organised and able to prioritise, manage your time and work calmly under pressure. This can be a busy department at certain times of the year and so you must be able to react to the fluctuating demands of the academic calendar. You must be able to handle confidential and sensitive matters with discretion and initiative and be willing to undertake other duties as required depending on the changing needs of the academic office. Location This role is full-time, permanent and based onsite at the college in Oxford, a minimum of 3 days a week with the potential to work from home twice a week. 35 hours per week, all year round. You will be required to work occasional Saturdays (approx 10 a year) for ceremonies, however time off in lieu will be granted. How to Apply for this Academic Officer role Please send an up-to-date CV and cover letter to (url removed) Successful candidates will be required to complete an application form and recruitment monitoring form and provide two referees, one of which should be your current employer or most recent employer. You must have the right to work in the UK. You must live within easy commuting distance of the college in Oxford. "INDBOOST" Allen Associates is a leading recruitment company in Oxfordshire recruiting for Marketing, Finance, Human Resources and PA/Administrative roles. Allen Associates operates as an Employment Agency for permanent recruitment and an Employment Business for temporary recruitment. For more information on current vacancies please visit (url removed) and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook. For our latest vacancies follow our Jobs on Twitter
We are looking for a Library Assistant! JOB TITLE:Library Officer REPORTS TO: Library Manager, Assistant Library Manager or Senior Library Officer PURPOSE OF THE JOB: To deliver an efficient and effective public service in the library, maintaining a high level of customer care; and to contribute to the Library Service's aim to provide the best quality and accessible library and information service to all members of the community. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES: General and administrative to provide a high level of customer care, welcoming customers and volunteers to the library, introducing them to the range of services available, joining new members, carrying out reception and circulation desk duties and resolving any queries and complaints quickly in accordance with library regulations. Assist the public with enquiries for information and provide user education and support, using both electronic and paper-based resources; including assisting with access to council services Operate all ICT facilities, equipment and services in the library and assist customers in the use of public ICT. Ensure that equipment is working and any faults are reported following corporate procedures. To plan and deliver promotional events including activities for the Under 5's, children and teenagers, adult reading groups, IT Taster Sessions etc. To promote the services of the library at events outside of the library building. Under the direction of senior staff, to maintain the stock of the library, prepare new items for the shelves, ensure stock is kept in good order, remove items in poor physical condition and withdraw items as necessary. Promote the use of library stock using books displays. Complete daily cashing up processes. Calculate and levy any fines or other charges incurred by users and collect money for items or services, using the tills provided and complying with the Council's financial regulations. Collect and record statistics, including the daily people count and numbers of people attending library events. Evaluate events and assess customer feedback in order to inform future activities. Ensure compliance with Library Rules and Regulations and Bye-Laws by users of the service while maintaining good public relations. Staff supervision Offer advice and guidance to lower grade staff, volunteers and other library officers as required including providing training in library routines. Premises responsibilities Library officers have key holding responsibilities for the service points at which they work and may open the library on a daily basis. Representing the Library Service Represent the Library Service at meetings, working groups and seminars as required both within the borough and externally. JOB CONTEXT The Libraries and Heritage service is committed to achieving the Council's vision as set out in the corporate plan. The Division will contribute towards delivery of its key priorities including: improving educational attainment and supporting lifelong learning for all; proactive community engagement with hard to reach groups; promoting active citizenship; promoting health and well being; supporting the regeneration of the borough through the successful delivery of its services. The library and heritage service is informed by the Borough Plan that sets out how it will deliver its vision of a Fairer Future for All. The clients values are: treating residents as if they were a valued member of our own family being open, honest and accountable spending money as if it were from our own pocket working for to realise their own potential making Southwark a place to be proud of always work to make Southwark more equal and just stand against all forms of discrimination and racism Guided by our values and shaped by our context, the Borough Plan presents a set of commitments which will help us achieve our vision of a Fairer Future for All. The Borough Plan sets out these commitments across the following eight themes: Keeping Southwark safe during COVID-19 A green and inclusive economy Thriving neighbourhoods A great start in life Tackling the climate emergency Tackling health inequalities Homes for all Culture is committed to achieving the council's Fairer Future for All vision and is delivering a range of projects and new, improved services which will have a long term impact on the life of the local community. These include: Build a new library on the Aylesbury estate (as part of Regeneration project) Build a new library on the Walworth Road (as part of Regeneration project) Ensure Kingswood House remains an asset for the local community Keep libraries open, keep investing and ensure they are open when people need them New ICT strategy and projects - procurement for new Library Management need them
May 01, 2024
Full time
We are looking for a Library Assistant! JOB TITLE:Library Officer REPORTS TO: Library Manager, Assistant Library Manager or Senior Library Officer PURPOSE OF THE JOB: To deliver an efficient and effective public service in the library, maintaining a high level of customer care; and to contribute to the Library Service's aim to provide the best quality and accessible library and information service to all members of the community. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES: General and administrative to provide a high level of customer care, welcoming customers and volunteers to the library, introducing them to the range of services available, joining new members, carrying out reception and circulation desk duties and resolving any queries and complaints quickly in accordance with library regulations. Assist the public with enquiries for information and provide user education and support, using both electronic and paper-based resources; including assisting with access to council services Operate all ICT facilities, equipment and services in the library and assist customers in the use of public ICT. Ensure that equipment is working and any faults are reported following corporate procedures. To plan and deliver promotional events including activities for the Under 5's, children and teenagers, adult reading groups, IT Taster Sessions etc. To promote the services of the library at events outside of the library building. Under the direction of senior staff, to maintain the stock of the library, prepare new items for the shelves, ensure stock is kept in good order, remove items in poor physical condition and withdraw items as necessary. Promote the use of library stock using books displays. Complete daily cashing up processes. Calculate and levy any fines or other charges incurred by users and collect money for items or services, using the tills provided and complying with the Council's financial regulations. Collect and record statistics, including the daily people count and numbers of people attending library events. Evaluate events and assess customer feedback in order to inform future activities. Ensure compliance with Library Rules and Regulations and Bye-Laws by users of the service while maintaining good public relations. Staff supervision Offer advice and guidance to lower grade staff, volunteers and other library officers as required including providing training in library routines. Premises responsibilities Library officers have key holding responsibilities for the service points at which they work and may open the library on a daily basis. Representing the Library Service Represent the Library Service at meetings, working groups and seminars as required both within the borough and externally. JOB CONTEXT The Libraries and Heritage service is committed to achieving the Council's vision as set out in the corporate plan. The Division will contribute towards delivery of its key priorities including: improving educational attainment and supporting lifelong learning for all; proactive community engagement with hard to reach groups; promoting active citizenship; promoting health and well being; supporting the regeneration of the borough through the successful delivery of its services. The library and heritage service is informed by the Borough Plan that sets out how it will deliver its vision of a Fairer Future for All. The clients values are: treating residents as if they were a valued member of our own family being open, honest and accountable spending money as if it were from our own pocket working for to realise their own potential making Southwark a place to be proud of always work to make Southwark more equal and just stand against all forms of discrimination and racism Guided by our values and shaped by our context, the Borough Plan presents a set of commitments which will help us achieve our vision of a Fairer Future for All. The Borough Plan sets out these commitments across the following eight themes: Keeping Southwark safe during COVID-19 A green and inclusive economy Thriving neighbourhoods A great start in life Tackling the climate emergency Tackling health inequalities Homes for all Culture is committed to achieving the council's Fairer Future for All vision and is delivering a range of projects and new, improved services which will have a long term impact on the life of the local community. These include: Build a new library on the Aylesbury estate (as part of Regeneration project) Build a new library on the Walworth Road (as part of Regeneration project) Ensure Kingswood House remains an asset for the local community Keep libraries open, keep investing and ensure they are open when people need them New ICT strategy and projects - procurement for new Library Management need them
Jewish Learning Venture's (JLV) mission is to inspire and empower families raising Jewish children,primarily in the Greater Philadelphia area, to make Judaism meaningful and relevant for themselves. Our innovative programs guide families and leaders of organizations to see Judaism as a means to create and maintain meaningful, thriving lives, through a Jewish lens. JLV fulfills our mission primarily through three programmatic areas: (i) Family Engagement ( jkidphilly and PJ Library in Philadelphia ); (ii) Jewish Education Innovation ( Jewish Education Leadership Development ); and (iii) Disability Inclusion ( Whole Community Inclusion and jkidACCESS ). For more information about JLV, please visit and . Position Overview: JLV is seeking a dynamic leader who excels at building relationships, strategic planning, collaboration, development, and innovation with and for the benefit of the community, its stakeholders and professional staff. This individual will be charged with forging, strengthening and maintaining relationships with colleagues, board members and members of the Greater Philadelphia Jewish community. The CEO will steward JLV utilizing "best practices" to meet our mission. The position requires exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, leading a highly motivated, committed and productive staff with a team approach, and continuing to promote a culture of collaboration and support while inspiring, engaging and empowering all stakeholders. Although currently JLV is conducting all of its affairs virtually, hopefully JLV will return to in-person operations in its office in suburban Philadelphia sometime in the summer/fall of 2021. JLV anticipates that the position will commence on July 1, 2021. Specific Responsibilities: Advocating the mission of JLV to its stakeholders to increase the awareness of JLV's impact upon the Philadelphia Jewish community; Maintaining current and developing new meaningful relationships with community partners; Leading JLV's Institutional Advancement program to ensure the sustainability of a financially-healthy and mission-driven organization; Leading JLV staff to consistently develop and implement innovative programs in furtherance of JLV's mission; Overseeing the recruitment and professional development of JLV staff including active leadership of, and engagement and collaboration with, JLV staff; Overseeing the development of volunteer leadership of JLV, including Officers, Directors and Trustees; and Periodically revisiting, implementing and developing JLV's strategic and tactical plans. Strong advocacy skills in engaging others in person, in writing and virtually (as necessary); Strong analytical skills relating to budgeting and other financial analysis; Thorough command of Jewish customs and practices; Effectively communicate JLV's mission within the community and actively engage community leaders, in order to increase awareness of JLV in the Philadelphia community and beyond; Strong ability to enhance and maintain a sustainable fundraising program; Substantial facility with the use of technology; Visionary leadership skills employing a collaborative leadership style; Models cutting- edge innovative strategic and programmatic mission-driven vision; Dedicated to serving individuals of all abilities; Strong knowledge of, and experience with, Jewish education, particularly as it relates to supplemental school programs; Ability to inspire stakeholders and acceptance and appreciation of multiple perspectives; and Ability to create and sustain an inspiring, committed, motivated and engaging professional staff. Qualifications: Minimum of a bachelor's degree (with one or more graduate degrees preferred), with at least 10 years of strategic leadership and management experience in Jewish communal organizations and/or related non-profit organizations. Compensation: Depending upon qualifications and experience, JLV anticipates an annual salary range of $110,000 to $125,000, plus benefits as are afforded to other full time "exempt" employees of JLV. To Apply For This Position: Applications should be submitted no later than Monday, February 15, 2021, by e-mail addressed to: and should include: (i) a letter of introduction addressing why the applicant believes that they are qualified for this position; and (ii) the applicant's curriculum vitae.
Apr 30, 2024
Full time
Jewish Learning Venture's (JLV) mission is to inspire and empower families raising Jewish children,primarily in the Greater Philadelphia area, to make Judaism meaningful and relevant for themselves. Our innovative programs guide families and leaders of organizations to see Judaism as a means to create and maintain meaningful, thriving lives, through a Jewish lens. JLV fulfills our mission primarily through three programmatic areas: (i) Family Engagement ( jkidphilly and PJ Library in Philadelphia ); (ii) Jewish Education Innovation ( Jewish Education Leadership Development ); and (iii) Disability Inclusion ( Whole Community Inclusion and jkidACCESS ). For more information about JLV, please visit and . Position Overview: JLV is seeking a dynamic leader who excels at building relationships, strategic planning, collaboration, development, and innovation with and for the benefit of the community, its stakeholders and professional staff. This individual will be charged with forging, strengthening and maintaining relationships with colleagues, board members and members of the Greater Philadelphia Jewish community. The CEO will steward JLV utilizing "best practices" to meet our mission. The position requires exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, leading a highly motivated, committed and productive staff with a team approach, and continuing to promote a culture of collaboration and support while inspiring, engaging and empowering all stakeholders. Although currently JLV is conducting all of its affairs virtually, hopefully JLV will return to in-person operations in its office in suburban Philadelphia sometime in the summer/fall of 2021. JLV anticipates that the position will commence on July 1, 2021. Specific Responsibilities: Advocating the mission of JLV to its stakeholders to increase the awareness of JLV's impact upon the Philadelphia Jewish community; Maintaining current and developing new meaningful relationships with community partners; Leading JLV's Institutional Advancement program to ensure the sustainability of a financially-healthy and mission-driven organization; Leading JLV staff to consistently develop and implement innovative programs in furtherance of JLV's mission; Overseeing the recruitment and professional development of JLV staff including active leadership of, and engagement and collaboration with, JLV staff; Overseeing the development of volunteer leadership of JLV, including Officers, Directors and Trustees; and Periodically revisiting, implementing and developing JLV's strategic and tactical plans. Strong advocacy skills in engaging others in person, in writing and virtually (as necessary); Strong analytical skills relating to budgeting and other financial analysis; Thorough command of Jewish customs and practices; Effectively communicate JLV's mission within the community and actively engage community leaders, in order to increase awareness of JLV in the Philadelphia community and beyond; Strong ability to enhance and maintain a sustainable fundraising program; Substantial facility with the use of technology; Visionary leadership skills employing a collaborative leadership style; Models cutting- edge innovative strategic and programmatic mission-driven vision; Dedicated to serving individuals of all abilities; Strong knowledge of, and experience with, Jewish education, particularly as it relates to supplemental school programs; Ability to inspire stakeholders and acceptance and appreciation of multiple perspectives; and Ability to create and sustain an inspiring, committed, motivated and engaging professional staff. Qualifications: Minimum of a bachelor's degree (with one or more graduate degrees preferred), with at least 10 years of strategic leadership and management experience in Jewish communal organizations and/or related non-profit organizations. Compensation: Depending upon qualifications and experience, JLV anticipates an annual salary range of $110,000 to $125,000, plus benefits as are afforded to other full time "exempt" employees of JLV. To Apply For This Position: Applications should be submitted no later than Monday, February 15, 2021, by e-mail addressed to: and should include: (i) a letter of introduction addressing why the applicant believes that they are qualified for this position; and (ii) the applicant's curriculum vitae.
Contents Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information Location Camberley, South East England, GU15 4NP About the job Summary The Royal Military Academy Sandhurst (RMAS) has been providing officer training in its current form since 1947. We are known throughout the world as the leading military training establishment for British and International Officer Cadets. We have an exciting opportunity for a Psychological Support Officer to join the dedicated, motivated and hardworking team in the Welfare Department within Sandhurst Group Headquarters. You will be working alongside military and civilian colleagues to assist in the development of our future army officers and support them during training. The Academy has a lot to offer its employees: free parking, subsidised gym and swimming pool membership, 271 acres of parkland, wooded areas and lakes, numerous historic buildings, a museum, a library, several caf style eating facilities, fly and coarse fishing, as well as regular social activities. This position is advertised at 37 hours per week. Job description The Psychological Support Officer will provide Academy Permanent Staff (PS) and students with a psychological coaching, mentoring and support service with the principle objective of supporting students in achieving their potential to meet the high standards that they must attain to commission. Responsibilities The primary focus of the role will be to provide students and staff confidential voluntary access to coaching and/or guidance counselling. Students applies to all individuals at the Academy undertaking courses e.g. Officer Cadets, Late Entry Officers, Professionally Qualified Officers, etc. To deliver evidence-based responses through assessment, formulation and client centred interventions, either delivered directly through practised coaching, mentoring or guidance counselling, or sign posting to other more appropriate support teams or agencies, referring to the Medical Team where necessary. Working confidentially with students or staff to build a development plan. Where needed, and with appropriate discretion and minimal disclosure, to inform the appropriate PS of outline plans and assist in authorising appropriate time away from timetabled activities for individuals to undertake the determined intervention. To attend Medical Team briefings if requested; assisting them in providing information for Department of Community Mental Health (DCMH) referrals and provide psychological support for individuals returning to RMAS after DCMH treatment (if considered appropriate by the Medical Team). To work jointly with all RMAS departments, agencies and service providers (including Deputy Chief of Staff (DCOS), Chaplaincy, Medical, Welfare and Training Teams) partnering to ensure realistic structured support is in place for the student body and individual students. To submit regular reports to DCOS on numbers of psychological support service users (including relevant gender and ethnicity statistics), and outcomes of the service to measure efficiency and impact. Participate as a member of the Academy Welfare Working Group. To support, through professional observations or research, Academy understanding of factors impinging student or staff resilience (or other performance inhibitors). Participation is required in projects to develop or deliver mitigating interventions. These could be related to training and education, timetabling, culture or Academy policies. Maintain professional qualifications or development, adhering to the highest standards of professional practice, Occupational Policies, Codes of Conduct and Health and Care professions Council (HCPC) regulatory framework with work being managed, rather than supervised, and outcomes assessed at regular intervals. Collaborate closely with Military Welfare and Medical agencies to assess and monitor risk; identifying appropriate treatment pathway for staff or students as required. Understand the available military mental health and welfare pathways through primary care to specialist mental healthcare in order to facilitate the provision of support. Provide input, support and in some cases mentoring to the continuous development of the coaching approach adopted across college permanent staff. This may include providing performance coaching, mentoring and psychological resilience training to Staff and Students ensuring this is coordinated with courses delivered in Colleges. Qualifications Qualified Chartered Psychologist - Occupational or Counselling. MSc or above. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Leadership Communicating and Influencing Making Effective Decisions Working Together Managing a Quality Service Changing and Improving Benefits Learning and development tailored to your role An environment with flexible working options A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity A Civil Service pension 25 days leave per annum, increasing by 1 day per year up to 30 days after 5 years. MOD offers support and development in your career, including apprenticeships, that you can undertake as part of your role. An apprenticeship is a combined package of work and training. Through an apprenticeship, you will gain professional knowledge, practical experience and wider skills required for the job and your future career. Successful candidates can discuss their development options with their manager when in post. The Academy has a lot to offer its employees: free parking, subsidised gym and swimming pool membership, 271 acres of parkland, wooded areas and lakes, numerous historic buildings, a museum, a library, several caf style eating facilities, fly and coarse fishing, as well as regular social activities. The post does not offer relocation expenses External recruits who join the MOD who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a six month probation period. Please note: Interview travel expenses will not be reimbursed. Any move to MOD from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at MOD Recruitment Satisfaction Survey we may contact you regarding your experience to help us improve our customer satisfaction. The survey is voluntary and anonymous. You may however be given the opportunity to provide additional information to help us improve our service which includes the collection of some personal data as defined by the United Kingdom General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR). The MOD Privacy Notice sets out how we will use your personal data and your rights. Things you need to know Security People working with government assets must complete basic personnel security standard checks. Selection process details This vacancy is using Success Profiles , and will assess your Behaviours and Experience. This vacancy is using Success Profiles, and will assess your Behaviours and Experience. Candidates will be required to complete an online CV template to include job history, full details of education and qualifications and previous experiences and skills. Applications will be sifted shortly after the vacancy closes. Those applicants that meet the standard required will be invited for interview. Second interviews and a familiarisation visit will follow if deemed necessary. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. As a result of the changes to the UK immigration rules which came in to effect on 1 January 2021, the Ministry of Defence will only offer sponsorship for a skilled worker visa under the points based system, where a role has been deemed to be business critical. The role currently being advertised has not been assessed as business critical and is therefore NOT open to applications from those who will require sponsorship under the points based system. Should you apply for this role and be found to require sponsorship, your application will be rejected and any provisional offer of employment withdrawn. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. Nationality requirements This job is broadly open to the following groups: UK nationals nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK nationals of the Republic of Ireland nationals from the EU, EEA or Switzerland with settled or pre-settled status or who apply for either status by the deadline of the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) relevant EU, EEA, Swiss or Turkish nationals working in the Civil Service relevant EU, EEA, Swiss or Turkish nationals who have built up the right to work in the Civil Service certain family members of the relevant EU, EEA, Swiss or Turkish nationals Further information on nationality requirements Working for the Civil Service The Civil Service Code sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles . The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. 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Sep 24, 2022
Full time
Contents Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information Location Camberley, South East England, GU15 4NP About the job Summary The Royal Military Academy Sandhurst (RMAS) has been providing officer training in its current form since 1947. We are known throughout the world as the leading military training establishment for British and International Officer Cadets. We have an exciting opportunity for a Psychological Support Officer to join the dedicated, motivated and hardworking team in the Welfare Department within Sandhurst Group Headquarters. You will be working alongside military and civilian colleagues to assist in the development of our future army officers and support them during training. The Academy has a lot to offer its employees: free parking, subsidised gym and swimming pool membership, 271 acres of parkland, wooded areas and lakes, numerous historic buildings, a museum, a library, several caf style eating facilities, fly and coarse fishing, as well as regular social activities. This position is advertised at 37 hours per week. Job description The Psychological Support Officer will provide Academy Permanent Staff (PS) and students with a psychological coaching, mentoring and support service with the principle objective of supporting students in achieving their potential to meet the high standards that they must attain to commission. Responsibilities The primary focus of the role will be to provide students and staff confidential voluntary access to coaching and/or guidance counselling. Students applies to all individuals at the Academy undertaking courses e.g. Officer Cadets, Late Entry Officers, Professionally Qualified Officers, etc. To deliver evidence-based responses through assessment, formulation and client centred interventions, either delivered directly through practised coaching, mentoring or guidance counselling, or sign posting to other more appropriate support teams or agencies, referring to the Medical Team where necessary. Working confidentially with students or staff to build a development plan. Where needed, and with appropriate discretion and minimal disclosure, to inform the appropriate PS of outline plans and assist in authorising appropriate time away from timetabled activities for individuals to undertake the determined intervention. To attend Medical Team briefings if requested; assisting them in providing information for Department of Community Mental Health (DCMH) referrals and provide psychological support for individuals returning to RMAS after DCMH treatment (if considered appropriate by the Medical Team). To work jointly with all RMAS departments, agencies and service providers (including Deputy Chief of Staff (DCOS), Chaplaincy, Medical, Welfare and Training Teams) partnering to ensure realistic structured support is in place for the student body and individual students. To submit regular reports to DCOS on numbers of psychological support service users (including relevant gender and ethnicity statistics), and outcomes of the service to measure efficiency and impact. Participate as a member of the Academy Welfare Working Group. To support, through professional observations or research, Academy understanding of factors impinging student or staff resilience (or other performance inhibitors). Participation is required in projects to develop or deliver mitigating interventions. These could be related to training and education, timetabling, culture or Academy policies. Maintain professional qualifications or development, adhering to the highest standards of professional practice, Occupational Policies, Codes of Conduct and Health and Care professions Council (HCPC) regulatory framework with work being managed, rather than supervised, and outcomes assessed at regular intervals. Collaborate closely with Military Welfare and Medical agencies to assess and monitor risk; identifying appropriate treatment pathway for staff or students as required. Understand the available military mental health and welfare pathways through primary care to specialist mental healthcare in order to facilitate the provision of support. Provide input, support and in some cases mentoring to the continuous development of the coaching approach adopted across college permanent staff. This may include providing performance coaching, mentoring and psychological resilience training to Staff and Students ensuring this is coordinated with courses delivered in Colleges. Qualifications Qualified Chartered Psychologist - Occupational or Counselling. MSc or above. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Leadership Communicating and Influencing Making Effective Decisions Working Together Managing a Quality Service Changing and Improving Benefits Learning and development tailored to your role An environment with flexible working options A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity A Civil Service pension 25 days leave per annum, increasing by 1 day per year up to 30 days after 5 years. MOD offers support and development in your career, including apprenticeships, that you can undertake as part of your role. An apprenticeship is a combined package of work and training. Through an apprenticeship, you will gain professional knowledge, practical experience and wider skills required for the job and your future career. Successful candidates can discuss their development options with their manager when in post. The Academy has a lot to offer its employees: free parking, subsidised gym and swimming pool membership, 271 acres of parkland, wooded areas and lakes, numerous historic buildings, a museum, a library, several caf style eating facilities, fly and coarse fishing, as well as regular social activities. The post does not offer relocation expenses External recruits who join the MOD who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a six month probation period. Please note: Interview travel expenses will not be reimbursed. Any move to MOD from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at MOD Recruitment Satisfaction Survey we may contact you regarding your experience to help us improve our customer satisfaction. The survey is voluntary and anonymous. You may however be given the opportunity to provide additional information to help us improve our service which includes the collection of some personal data as defined by the United Kingdom General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR). The MOD Privacy Notice sets out how we will use your personal data and your rights. Things you need to know Security People working with government assets must complete basic personnel security standard checks. Selection process details This vacancy is using Success Profiles , and will assess your Behaviours and Experience. This vacancy is using Success Profiles, and will assess your Behaviours and Experience. Candidates will be required to complete an online CV template to include job history, full details of education and qualifications and previous experiences and skills. Applications will be sifted shortly after the vacancy closes. Those applicants that meet the standard required will be invited for interview. Second interviews and a familiarisation visit will follow if deemed necessary. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. As a result of the changes to the UK immigration rules which came in to effect on 1 January 2021, the Ministry of Defence will only offer sponsorship for a skilled worker visa under the points based system, where a role has been deemed to be business critical. The role currently being advertised has not been assessed as business critical and is therefore NOT open to applications from those who will require sponsorship under the points based system. Should you apply for this role and be found to require sponsorship, your application will be rejected and any provisional offer of employment withdrawn. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. Nationality requirements This job is broadly open to the following groups: UK nationals nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK nationals of the Republic of Ireland nationals from the EU, EEA or Switzerland with settled or pre-settled status or who apply for either status by the deadline of the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) relevant EU, EEA, Swiss or Turkish nationals working in the Civil Service relevant EU, EEA, Swiss or Turkish nationals who have built up the right to work in the Civil Service certain family members of the relevant EU, EEA, Swiss or Turkish nationals Further information on nationality requirements Working for the Civil Service The Civil Service Code sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles . The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. 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Contract type: Full Time- Fixed Term 31/08/2022 Location: London, Greenwhich Bellerbys Salary: £19000 per annum. JOB OVERVIEW We are Study Group. We are a global leader in international education partnering with students and Top Tier Universities from all over the world. We believe in creating a better world through education and value talented, driven, and student-centred people that believe the same. To be part of a flexible and multi-skilled team that provides a friendly, professional and customer orientated frontline service to students during a time of change and uncertainty To communicate effectively with students and parents/guardians/carers about change and options Support students to develop skills for the next stage of their lives at University or the world beyond. To be fully trained in the tasks of a Student Experience Officer and flex into meet needs of the services to students in line with regulation and college procedures and policies Deliver the highest standards of supervision, safeguarding, security, support, efficiency and customer care for all students throughout their learning journey. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES To deliver a range of services throughout the student journey including: Communicating with students: Arrange online and face to face meetings to hear student concerns, views and questions Effectively communicate company messages to students Support students during time of change Identify students and families who require additional attention or support Arriving students: Reception and welcome services (e.g., post, incoming calls, visitors, way finding, passes) Checking in to residencies and support with daytime requirements in residences ID card production and access, using the student management information system "Study Global "& "Progresso" Supporting and developing the induction experience for all students and completing the registration processes to ensure students are correctly and fully recorded on college systems. Students progressing: Deliver workshops, activities and/or support to develop skills for independent study at university and resilience in times of change. Support students in their transition after Bellerbys Check residents out of residential rooms and follow room turnaround procedures Support Examinations processes including invigilation. Students studying: Deliver services and support from Student Experience Office One Stop Shop services (e.g. day to day enquiries, providing students with letters, resolving queries, notice boards, displays, student voice, complaints and behaviour /conflict resolution, management information system - Studyglobal, Microsoft systems and Progresso and student records and associated processes) Deliver services from the Learning and Activities Centres (e.g. library issues, stock management and control, support using IT in the LAC, workshops and activities to support learning and develop academic skills, events and activities to support personal development including community liaison and volunteering) Deliver services and support in the residencies & host families (e.g. day time cover, student care and pastoral support, patrols of residencies, Health & Safety, Safeguarding, First Aid and Fire Marshall duties, Host family liaison and occasional visits when cover is needed, advice for private renters and be trained to cover evening/night-time shifts in an emergency) Deliver services and support from Reception (e.g. visitor management, wayfinding, emergency and incoming calls, all incoming and outgoing mail) To assist fully with the responsibility for the happiness, well-being, health, safety and pastoral care of the students in college (to administer and supervise prescribed medications and homely remedies following training, to administer First Aid if required upon completion of First Aid training and be a Fire Marshal) To participate fully in extra-curricular activities, and to help organise them as required. EXPERIENCE Certified at the enhanced DBS level (check undertaken prior to employment) Current First Aid certificate (post holder will be required to undertake this in role if not already held) Educated to level 3 Level or equivalent Evidence of continued learning/development Proven experience in delivering excellent customer service (Essential) Experience of working positively with young people 16 and above (Essential) Experience in working effectively in an educational/residential environment (Desirable) FE or HE Student Services experience (Desirable) ABOUT US We are a global pathway provider in International Education, working collaboratively with over 50 universities around the world, offering over 500 undergraduate and postgraduate teaching programmes. Voted as 2017, 2018, 2020, and 2021 Global Pathway Provider of the year, our people are united with the shared ambition of providing a world-class education to talented students from across the globe. With a truly global outlook and offices all over the world, our international team uses its expertise, knowledge and commitment to create opportunities and add value. We are determined to grow and innovate in our field, providing our students and partners with high-quality outcomes across the higher education space. ORGANISATIONAL COMPLIANCE Study Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same dedication. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the role, including checks with past employers, an Enhanced Check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and overseas criminal records if appropriate.
Feb 26, 2022
Contractor
Contract type: Full Time- Fixed Term 31/08/2022 Location: London, Greenwhich Bellerbys Salary: £19000 per annum. JOB OVERVIEW We are Study Group. We are a global leader in international education partnering with students and Top Tier Universities from all over the world. We believe in creating a better world through education and value talented, driven, and student-centred people that believe the same. To be part of a flexible and multi-skilled team that provides a friendly, professional and customer orientated frontline service to students during a time of change and uncertainty To communicate effectively with students and parents/guardians/carers about change and options Support students to develop skills for the next stage of their lives at University or the world beyond. To be fully trained in the tasks of a Student Experience Officer and flex into meet needs of the services to students in line with regulation and college procedures and policies Deliver the highest standards of supervision, safeguarding, security, support, efficiency and customer care for all students throughout their learning journey. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES To deliver a range of services throughout the student journey including: Communicating with students: Arrange online and face to face meetings to hear student concerns, views and questions Effectively communicate company messages to students Support students during time of change Identify students and families who require additional attention or support Arriving students: Reception and welcome services (e.g., post, incoming calls, visitors, way finding, passes) Checking in to residencies and support with daytime requirements in residences ID card production and access, using the student management information system "Study Global "& "Progresso" Supporting and developing the induction experience for all students and completing the registration processes to ensure students are correctly and fully recorded on college systems. Students progressing: Deliver workshops, activities and/or support to develop skills for independent study at university and resilience in times of change. Support students in their transition after Bellerbys Check residents out of residential rooms and follow room turnaround procedures Support Examinations processes including invigilation. Students studying: Deliver services and support from Student Experience Office One Stop Shop services (e.g. day to day enquiries, providing students with letters, resolving queries, notice boards, displays, student voice, complaints and behaviour /conflict resolution, management information system - Studyglobal, Microsoft systems and Progresso and student records and associated processes) Deliver services from the Learning and Activities Centres (e.g. library issues, stock management and control, support using IT in the LAC, workshops and activities to support learning and develop academic skills, events and activities to support personal development including community liaison and volunteering) Deliver services and support in the residencies & host families (e.g. day time cover, student care and pastoral support, patrols of residencies, Health & Safety, Safeguarding, First Aid and Fire Marshall duties, Host family liaison and occasional visits when cover is needed, advice for private renters and be trained to cover evening/night-time shifts in an emergency) Deliver services and support from Reception (e.g. visitor management, wayfinding, emergency and incoming calls, all incoming and outgoing mail) To assist fully with the responsibility for the happiness, well-being, health, safety and pastoral care of the students in college (to administer and supervise prescribed medications and homely remedies following training, to administer First Aid if required upon completion of First Aid training and be a Fire Marshal) To participate fully in extra-curricular activities, and to help organise them as required. EXPERIENCE Certified at the enhanced DBS level (check undertaken prior to employment) Current First Aid certificate (post holder will be required to undertake this in role if not already held) Educated to level 3 Level or equivalent Evidence of continued learning/development Proven experience in delivering excellent customer service (Essential) Experience of working positively with young people 16 and above (Essential) Experience in working effectively in an educational/residential environment (Desirable) FE or HE Student Services experience (Desirable) ABOUT US We are a global pathway provider in International Education, working collaboratively with over 50 universities around the world, offering over 500 undergraduate and postgraduate teaching programmes. Voted as 2017, 2018, 2020, and 2021 Global Pathway Provider of the year, our people are united with the shared ambition of providing a world-class education to talented students from across the globe. With a truly global outlook and offices all over the world, our international team uses its expertise, knowledge and commitment to create opportunities and add value. We are determined to grow and innovate in our field, providing our students and partners with high-quality outcomes across the higher education space. ORGANISATIONAL COMPLIANCE Study Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same dedication. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the role, including checks with past employers, an Enhanced Check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and overseas criminal records if appropriate.
Wanted Project Support Officer A top performing West London local authority are looking to bring on-board a Project Support Officer (Health & Welfare - Adult Social Care and Public Health). Fixed Term Contract March 2022 - Sept 2022 Salary on offer £ 29,500 to £30,500 per annum pro rata Interviews to take place asap Overview As Project Support Officer you will work with the Head of Prevention and Wellbeing Service Transformation, Manager of Community Connect Volunteers Manager, Operations and Innovation Manager, Community Connect Customer Support Manager and Service Improvement Policy Development Officer.You will be responsible for creating and developing project documentations, project plans, project Risk, Actions, Issues, Decisions. You will work a wide range of senior managers, elected members, partnership organisations and employees of all levels related to different project workstreams in line with the councils' project management framework. This is a fast-paced role with multiple conflicting deadlines, so organisational skills, prioritisation, time-management, and excellent communication skills are essential.Duties To work within matrix management with a range of senior managers, primary care network, voluntary community sector organisations, elected members, and members of the public. To manage communications for various project workstreams to ensure information is provided to all stakeholders in a timely manner. Provide effective and efficient governance across various projects and service improvement plans ensuring documents are saved in Teams/ SharePoint. To use own initiative in set up project documentation and update relevant projects and service improvement plan with minimal supervision. Proactive monitoring and reporting of overall progress of project workstreams to various project boards or service improvement working groups. Responsible for the maintenance of project documentation library save in Teams/ Shared Point. Responsible for ensuring all project documentations are submitted on time within reporting timetables To be innovative and creative of implementing new processes and procedures relevant to the various project programmes and service improvement projects within the Adult Social Care and Public Health department. To arrange meetings, prepare agendas and project papers. To minute take and tracking of actions. To produce regular project status reports as when required for different projects boards. Use of the Corporate Project Management Office (PMO) framework for project and programme reporting. Undertake any other administrative duties as required by the Team. Your experience & Skills You will have demonstrable experience in project support administration and project management disciplines. You will have experience working within a similar environment You will have the ability to interact confidently at all levels, and to communicate and challenge in an engaging and accessible way will see you succeed in this role. Excellent interpersonal skills, to work and build relationships with senior management, elected members, external partnership organisation with people holding different views Ability to prioritising and manage your work programme. Excellent organisation skills, work to deadlines and manage projects start to finish Excellent IT skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI You will have strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to absorb complex information as well as present information in reports / PowerPoints to different audiences in a clear and accessible way Use own initiative developing project plans and service improvement plans Do you have the skills and experience for this role?? This is an excellent opportunity for an experience Project Support Officer to join a dynamic and growing local authority.Submit your CV now for immediate review.
Feb 22, 2022
Full time
Wanted Project Support Officer A top performing West London local authority are looking to bring on-board a Project Support Officer (Health & Welfare - Adult Social Care and Public Health). Fixed Term Contract March 2022 - Sept 2022 Salary on offer £ 29,500 to £30,500 per annum pro rata Interviews to take place asap Overview As Project Support Officer you will work with the Head of Prevention and Wellbeing Service Transformation, Manager of Community Connect Volunteers Manager, Operations and Innovation Manager, Community Connect Customer Support Manager and Service Improvement Policy Development Officer.You will be responsible for creating and developing project documentations, project plans, project Risk, Actions, Issues, Decisions. You will work a wide range of senior managers, elected members, partnership organisations and employees of all levels related to different project workstreams in line with the councils' project management framework. This is a fast-paced role with multiple conflicting deadlines, so organisational skills, prioritisation, time-management, and excellent communication skills are essential.Duties To work within matrix management with a range of senior managers, primary care network, voluntary community sector organisations, elected members, and members of the public. To manage communications for various project workstreams to ensure information is provided to all stakeholders in a timely manner. Provide effective and efficient governance across various projects and service improvement plans ensuring documents are saved in Teams/ SharePoint. To use own initiative in set up project documentation and update relevant projects and service improvement plan with minimal supervision. Proactive monitoring and reporting of overall progress of project workstreams to various project boards or service improvement working groups. Responsible for the maintenance of project documentation library save in Teams/ Shared Point. Responsible for ensuring all project documentations are submitted on time within reporting timetables To be innovative and creative of implementing new processes and procedures relevant to the various project programmes and service improvement projects within the Adult Social Care and Public Health department. To arrange meetings, prepare agendas and project papers. To minute take and tracking of actions. To produce regular project status reports as when required for different projects boards. Use of the Corporate Project Management Office (PMO) framework for project and programme reporting. Undertake any other administrative duties as required by the Team. Your experience & Skills You will have demonstrable experience in project support administration and project management disciplines. You will have experience working within a similar environment You will have the ability to interact confidently at all levels, and to communicate and challenge in an engaging and accessible way will see you succeed in this role. Excellent interpersonal skills, to work and build relationships with senior management, elected members, external partnership organisation with people holding different views Ability to prioritising and manage your work programme. Excellent organisation skills, work to deadlines and manage projects start to finish Excellent IT skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI You will have strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to absorb complex information as well as present information in reports / PowerPoints to different audiences in a clear and accessible way Use own initiative developing project plans and service improvement plans Do you have the skills and experience for this role?? This is an excellent opportunity for an experience Project Support Officer to join a dynamic and growing local authority.Submit your CV now for immediate review.