Age UK's shops are the face of the charity. On high streets up and down the country our retail teams deliver a great shopping experience to customers while generating much needed income for the charity, ensuring that we can provide services and support to older people who need it most. If you want to help us to help others, we have the job for you! We are recruiting for a Sales Assistant to join our brand new boutique concept store in Rustington, West Sussex ! Our Sales Assistants deliver an excellent retail service, ensuring that every customer has a great shopping experience. As a valued Sales Assistant you will contribute towards maximising shop sales and profits as well as the successful day to day running of the shop. You will also deputise for the Shop Manager and Assistant Manager in their absence. The successful candidate will support with sales, stock rotation, organising displays, store tidying and much more, whilst representing Age UK in a professional manner and reflecting our core values. Due to the nature of this role, you will be required to handle/lift bags of stock (up to 10kgs.) You will have: Experience in working in a customer facing role Experience of cash handling Ability to lift and carry bags of stock up to 10kg's The ability to work as part of an effective team. Be able to lone work when needed Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to cultural differences and gender issues, as well as commitment to equal opportunities A flexible approach to work with requirement to work additional days to cover holidays and sickness or participate in trading outside of normal shop hours e.g. shop events What we offer in return: A 14 hour working week 25 days holiday (pro-rata) + bank holiday allowance A generous pension - we will contribute 8% Great discounts and rewards through Blue Light Card and BenefitHub Life assurance, Bupa health cashback plan Tickets for Good - Free and discounted tickets for events Additional Information To comply with UK legislation, we cannot accept applications from candidates under the age of 18 as the successful candidate will be required to work on their own in the shop without the aid of other staff. All CVs and covering letters will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role at Age UK. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us once you are invited for an interview. We are trialling this functionality to strengthen our recruitment process and offer a fair, unbiased selection process. Is this the job for you? We know that men, of all backgrounds, and men and women from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds are currently under-represented in our workforce, and we want to change this! So, we are particularly keen to hear from applicants from these groups. Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time. Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria under the Disability Confident Scheme. Please note that on occasion, due to high numbers of applications, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job. Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.
May 05, 2024
Full time
Age UK's shops are the face of the charity. On high streets up and down the country our retail teams deliver a great shopping experience to customers while generating much needed income for the charity, ensuring that we can provide services and support to older people who need it most. If you want to help us to help others, we have the job for you! We are recruiting for a Sales Assistant to join our brand new boutique concept store in Rustington, West Sussex ! Our Sales Assistants deliver an excellent retail service, ensuring that every customer has a great shopping experience. As a valued Sales Assistant you will contribute towards maximising shop sales and profits as well as the successful day to day running of the shop. You will also deputise for the Shop Manager and Assistant Manager in their absence. The successful candidate will support with sales, stock rotation, organising displays, store tidying and much more, whilst representing Age UK in a professional manner and reflecting our core values. Due to the nature of this role, you will be required to handle/lift bags of stock (up to 10kgs.) You will have: Experience in working in a customer facing role Experience of cash handling Ability to lift and carry bags of stock up to 10kg's The ability to work as part of an effective team. Be able to lone work when needed Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to cultural differences and gender issues, as well as commitment to equal opportunities A flexible approach to work with requirement to work additional days to cover holidays and sickness or participate in trading outside of normal shop hours e.g. shop events What we offer in return: A 14 hour working week 25 days holiday (pro-rata) + bank holiday allowance A generous pension - we will contribute 8% Great discounts and rewards through Blue Light Card and BenefitHub Life assurance, Bupa health cashback plan Tickets for Good - Free and discounted tickets for events Additional Information To comply with UK legislation, we cannot accept applications from candidates under the age of 18 as the successful candidate will be required to work on their own in the shop without the aid of other staff. All CVs and covering letters will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role at Age UK. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us once you are invited for an interview. We are trialling this functionality to strengthen our recruitment process and offer a fair, unbiased selection process. Is this the job for you? We know that men, of all backgrounds, and men and women from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds are currently under-represented in our workforce, and we want to change this! So, we are particularly keen to hear from applicants from these groups. Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time. Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria under the Disability Confident Scheme. Please note that on occasion, due to high numbers of applications, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job. Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.
Are you an experienced Adults Nurse ready to share your knowledge in the rewarding world of Palliative Care? Join Keech Hospice as a Senior Adults Nurse and explore how your clinical expertise supports the needs of patients and those closest to them. As a Keech Senior Adults Nurse you will prioritise excellence in care while we nurture your growth in the field of palliative care. Your experience of caring for patients with a palliative diagnosis, perhaps even drawing from your own personal experiences, equips you with transferable and invaluable skills for this role. We seek dedicated nurses who share the vision, value and standards that Keech promotes and our desire to drive continuous service development, making a difference when it matters the most to those that need our support and care. Supervise and participate in the delivery of holistic patient centred care Manage and prioritise own workload, ensuring continuity of service and crisis intervention. Establish effective communication processes with patients, families, colleagues, and the broader multi-disciplinary teams and external agencies. Undertake patient assessments in the hospice, their homes or place of care. Support and coach staff to provide high-quality palliative and end-of-life care, including pre bereavement support. Provide professional and managerial leadership, supporting colleagues as and when required. Take a lead role in planning discharges from the hospice, ensuring a smooth transition of patient and family care and support. Essential NMC Registered Adults Nurse with experience in palliative care Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively with team. Understanding and adherence to relevant legislation and national strategy Effective communicator with great interpersonal skills Ability to recognise palliative medical emergencies and respond appropriately. Committed to coaching colleagues to develop their clinical skills and confidence. Desirable Experience of caring for patients with complex palliative conditions Line management or involvement in supporting junior staff to achieve their objectives. Clinical skills such as venepuncture, cannulation, ECG, CVADs, physical assessment Have an adaptable approach to a changing work environment. Benefits Continuity of your NHS pension scheme Access to specialist internal training and additional external courses Supported Training through Mentoring and Clinical Coaches Annually develop and progress through the pay grade banding on a competency-based framework 29 days annual leavePLUSBank Holidays Free onsite secure parking Buy & Sell holidays £500 referral scheme incentive Onsite subsidised restaurant Cycle to work Scheme Health Cash plan Wellbeing & Employee Assistant Program Blue Light Discount Card We invite you to meet our team, tour our hospice, and discover the fulfilling opportunities awaiting you as a Senior Adult Nurse in Palliative Care. Apply now to be part of a compassionate community dedicated to delivering exceptional palliative care services. Keech Hospice is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity in our workplace. We appreciate the unique perspectives and experiences everyone brings, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment. All prospective employees will be required to undergo a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check. The level of check is dependent on the role and designed to ensure safer and more well-informed recruitment decisions. We are committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of the individuals we serve and will take appropriate measures to safeguard them. JBRP1_UKTJ
May 05, 2024
Full time
Are you an experienced Adults Nurse ready to share your knowledge in the rewarding world of Palliative Care? Join Keech Hospice as a Senior Adults Nurse and explore how your clinical expertise supports the needs of patients and those closest to them. As a Keech Senior Adults Nurse you will prioritise excellence in care while we nurture your growth in the field of palliative care. Your experience of caring for patients with a palliative diagnosis, perhaps even drawing from your own personal experiences, equips you with transferable and invaluable skills for this role. We seek dedicated nurses who share the vision, value and standards that Keech promotes and our desire to drive continuous service development, making a difference when it matters the most to those that need our support and care. Supervise and participate in the delivery of holistic patient centred care Manage and prioritise own workload, ensuring continuity of service and crisis intervention. Establish effective communication processes with patients, families, colleagues, and the broader multi-disciplinary teams and external agencies. Undertake patient assessments in the hospice, their homes or place of care. Support and coach staff to provide high-quality palliative and end-of-life care, including pre bereavement support. Provide professional and managerial leadership, supporting colleagues as and when required. Take a lead role in planning discharges from the hospice, ensuring a smooth transition of patient and family care and support. Essential NMC Registered Adults Nurse with experience in palliative care Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively with team. Understanding and adherence to relevant legislation and national strategy Effective communicator with great interpersonal skills Ability to recognise palliative medical emergencies and respond appropriately. Committed to coaching colleagues to develop their clinical skills and confidence. Desirable Experience of caring for patients with complex palliative conditions Line management or involvement in supporting junior staff to achieve their objectives. Clinical skills such as venepuncture, cannulation, ECG, CVADs, physical assessment Have an adaptable approach to a changing work environment. Benefits Continuity of your NHS pension scheme Access to specialist internal training and additional external courses Supported Training through Mentoring and Clinical Coaches Annually develop and progress through the pay grade banding on a competency-based framework 29 days annual leavePLUSBank Holidays Free onsite secure parking Buy & Sell holidays £500 referral scheme incentive Onsite subsidised restaurant Cycle to work Scheme Health Cash plan Wellbeing & Employee Assistant Program Blue Light Discount Card We invite you to meet our team, tour our hospice, and discover the fulfilling opportunities awaiting you as a Senior Adult Nurse in Palliative Care. Apply now to be part of a compassionate community dedicated to delivering exceptional palliative care services. Keech Hospice is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity in our workplace. We appreciate the unique perspectives and experiences everyone brings, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment. All prospective employees will be required to undergo a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check. The level of check is dependent on the role and designed to ensure safer and more well-informed recruitment decisions. We are committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of the individuals we serve and will take appropriate measures to safeguard them. JBRP1_UKTJ
Deputy Headteacher Job Type Permanent, Term Time Only Location Lewes, BN8 4EF Salary L14-L18 Hours: Monday - Friday The Role The Foundation has an exciting new opportunity for Deputy Headteacher to join a unique place to work. They are a leading charity dedicated to providing exceptional education and care for children and young adults with complex neurodisabilities, physical disabilities and health needs. Their state-of-the-art facilities and expert colleagues create a nurturing environment where individuals can thrive, reach their full potential and make a difference to their lives and that of their families. Key Responsibilities As the Deputy Headteacher, you will promote the vision, values and core purpose of the school in line with agreed policies, guidelines and protocols. And ensure all colleagues are best trained to meet current and future needs of the pupils, and that the CHILD curriculum, teaching and learning continue to be judged as outstanding. To deputise for the headteacher when absent from school. Provide professional leadership which secures, in consultation with the Governing Body, the success and improvement of the school, ensuring high quality education and care for all the pupils Work with the Governing Body, attending committee meetings Support the headteacher to present the school's performance in mediums appropriate to a range of audiences - Governors, parents/carers/families, local community, OFSTED, Education Services, and other agencies who support children and families, locally, nationally and internationally. Implement change in the school by contributing to, leading on and evaluating key areas of the School Development Plan (SDP). Monitor, analyse, evaluate and review the effectiveness of the school's policies, practices, protocols and priorities With support from the Assistant Headteachers coordinate and evaluate the CHILD curriculum of the school to identify any improvements and set targets for teacher professional development Write, evaluate and improve the timetable and other curricular provision by analysing breadth, balance, coverage and progression in the curriculum, and curricular provision. Devise a facility timetable for learning, rooms, activities and other resources to support the CHILD Curriculum. Support the organisation of class groups and their resourcing. Develop, monitor and update the learning strategy for teaching colleagues. Review and revise the learning strategy, to ensure a robust flow from the SEF to the SDP and appraisal to CPD, including systematic review of the impact of learning and INSET Working with Assistant Headteachers, strategically develop links with Learning & Development manager and other senior school leaders to support administration and assessment of training for school colleagues, including inset days, clinical tasks and all required training. Skills and Qualifications Essential: Qualified Teacher Status Degree Evidence of further professional development Successful teaching and curriculum experience Exemplary classroom practitioner Successful experience in leading and managing colleagues/teams Knowledge of successful monitoring and assessment Understanding of the needs of pupils with SLD, PMLD and pupils with profound and multiple barriers to learning. Ability to use ICT to support the curriculum effectively Understanding of assessment Understand the SEND code of Practice and how it relates to ECHPs, annual reviews, admissions and possible tribunals Other useful skills and experience: Training in SEN strategies Experience of working with pupils with SLD and PMLD Experience of policy development Understanding of budgets Understanding of quality in special educational provision and strategies for raising pupil performance Coaching skills Benefits Discount facilities. Enhanced Pension Scheme Healthcare Cashplan Cycle to Work scheme. Employee Assistance Programme Health & Wellbeing Centre Death in Service benefit Free tea/coffee/kitchen facilities Onsite Café Free parking To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this Foundation, please click apply to be redirected to their website where you can complete your application. Chailey Heritage Foundation is committed to the safeguarding and protection of children and young adults. Employment will be subject to the receipt of two satisfactory professional references, an enhanced DBS certificate and occupational health clearance. It is an offence to apply for any job in regulated activity with children and vulnerable adults if you are barred from doing so.
May 05, 2024
Full time
Deputy Headteacher Job Type Permanent, Term Time Only Location Lewes, BN8 4EF Salary L14-L18 Hours: Monday - Friday The Role The Foundation has an exciting new opportunity for Deputy Headteacher to join a unique place to work. They are a leading charity dedicated to providing exceptional education and care for children and young adults with complex neurodisabilities, physical disabilities and health needs. Their state-of-the-art facilities and expert colleagues create a nurturing environment where individuals can thrive, reach their full potential and make a difference to their lives and that of their families. Key Responsibilities As the Deputy Headteacher, you will promote the vision, values and core purpose of the school in line with agreed policies, guidelines and protocols. And ensure all colleagues are best trained to meet current and future needs of the pupils, and that the CHILD curriculum, teaching and learning continue to be judged as outstanding. To deputise for the headteacher when absent from school. Provide professional leadership which secures, in consultation with the Governing Body, the success and improvement of the school, ensuring high quality education and care for all the pupils Work with the Governing Body, attending committee meetings Support the headteacher to present the school's performance in mediums appropriate to a range of audiences - Governors, parents/carers/families, local community, OFSTED, Education Services, and other agencies who support children and families, locally, nationally and internationally. Implement change in the school by contributing to, leading on and evaluating key areas of the School Development Plan (SDP). Monitor, analyse, evaluate and review the effectiveness of the school's policies, practices, protocols and priorities With support from the Assistant Headteachers coordinate and evaluate the CHILD curriculum of the school to identify any improvements and set targets for teacher professional development Write, evaluate and improve the timetable and other curricular provision by analysing breadth, balance, coverage and progression in the curriculum, and curricular provision. Devise a facility timetable for learning, rooms, activities and other resources to support the CHILD Curriculum. Support the organisation of class groups and their resourcing. Develop, monitor and update the learning strategy for teaching colleagues. Review and revise the learning strategy, to ensure a robust flow from the SEF to the SDP and appraisal to CPD, including systematic review of the impact of learning and INSET Working with Assistant Headteachers, strategically develop links with Learning & Development manager and other senior school leaders to support administration and assessment of training for school colleagues, including inset days, clinical tasks and all required training. Skills and Qualifications Essential: Qualified Teacher Status Degree Evidence of further professional development Successful teaching and curriculum experience Exemplary classroom practitioner Successful experience in leading and managing colleagues/teams Knowledge of successful monitoring and assessment Understanding of the needs of pupils with SLD, PMLD and pupils with profound and multiple barriers to learning. Ability to use ICT to support the curriculum effectively Understanding of assessment Understand the SEND code of Practice and how it relates to ECHPs, annual reviews, admissions and possible tribunals Other useful skills and experience: Training in SEN strategies Experience of working with pupils with SLD and PMLD Experience of policy development Understanding of budgets Understanding of quality in special educational provision and strategies for raising pupil performance Coaching skills Benefits Discount facilities. Enhanced Pension Scheme Healthcare Cashplan Cycle to Work scheme. Employee Assistance Programme Health & Wellbeing Centre Death in Service benefit Free tea/coffee/kitchen facilities Onsite Café Free parking To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this Foundation, please click apply to be redirected to their website where you can complete your application. Chailey Heritage Foundation is committed to the safeguarding and protection of children and young adults. Employment will be subject to the receipt of two satisfactory professional references, an enhanced DBS certificate and occupational health clearance. It is an offence to apply for any job in regulated activity with children and vulnerable adults if you are barred from doing so.
Children's Centre Administrative Assistant Camden £19/hr Start date: ASAP AKTON Recruitment is working closely with the local authrities and we are looking for a Children's Centre Administrative Assistant in the Camden area. Enhanced DBS required, if you have a DBS on updated service please apply. KEY REQUIREMENTS: 1. 6 months solid front of house experience in a busy reception2. Excellent customer service skills3. Experience of providing admin support to a team4. Fully proficient in Microsoft Office packages and able to undertake accurate data entry 5. Flexible can-do attitude6. History of excellent punctuality and attendance The Administrative Assistant is a very important member of the team who ensures the professional delivery of established processes to carry out tasks that support and enable a multi-agency team to provide an excellent service to families. The key purpose of this position is to assist the Business Manager with a high-quality administrative service to support the smooth functioning of the children's centre locality and to undertake reception duties including offering a professional warm welcome to all staff and visitors to the centre, directing visitors to relevant activities and resources within the building and signposting and promoting services, dealing with telephone and email queries.The Administrative Assistant will support the Business Manager with admin duties such as room, taxi and interpreter bookings, accurately inputting confidential data onto databases, liaising with customers and suppliers to support office finance systems and processes and supporting the multi-agency teams. The Administrative Assistant is responsible for leading on key tasks ensuring that they are completed efficiently and accurately. They will be expected to be able to work as part of a team and be able to deal with day-to-day issues using their own initiative. As part of a busy team, the Administrative Assistant will have effective verbal and written communication skills and will demonstrate an ability to resolve challenging situations and complex queries, working with a range of individuals including children and vulnerable adults with a proactive approach to tasks, excellent timekeeping skills and, show dedication to delivering an excellent service to the people of Camden.
May 05, 2024
Full time
Children's Centre Administrative Assistant Camden £19/hr Start date: ASAP AKTON Recruitment is working closely with the local authrities and we are looking for a Children's Centre Administrative Assistant in the Camden area. Enhanced DBS required, if you have a DBS on updated service please apply. KEY REQUIREMENTS: 1. 6 months solid front of house experience in a busy reception2. Excellent customer service skills3. Experience of providing admin support to a team4. Fully proficient in Microsoft Office packages and able to undertake accurate data entry 5. Flexible can-do attitude6. History of excellent punctuality and attendance The Administrative Assistant is a very important member of the team who ensures the professional delivery of established processes to carry out tasks that support and enable a multi-agency team to provide an excellent service to families. The key purpose of this position is to assist the Business Manager with a high-quality administrative service to support the smooth functioning of the children's centre locality and to undertake reception duties including offering a professional warm welcome to all staff and visitors to the centre, directing visitors to relevant activities and resources within the building and signposting and promoting services, dealing with telephone and email queries.The Administrative Assistant will support the Business Manager with admin duties such as room, taxi and interpreter bookings, accurately inputting confidential data onto databases, liaising with customers and suppliers to support office finance systems and processes and supporting the multi-agency teams. The Administrative Assistant is responsible for leading on key tasks ensuring that they are completed efficiently and accurately. They will be expected to be able to work as part of a team and be able to deal with day-to-day issues using their own initiative. As part of a busy team, the Administrative Assistant will have effective verbal and written communication skills and will demonstrate an ability to resolve challenging situations and complex queries, working with a range of individuals including children and vulnerable adults with a proactive approach to tasks, excellent timekeeping skills and, show dedication to delivering an excellent service to the people of Camden.
How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four ? Our colleagues' wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we're always looking for new ways to improve everyone's work/life balance. We're taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent). 4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff, and within the next year - so there's never been a more exciting time to join us ! Job title: Pastoral/Site Manager Location: Meadowcroft School, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Salary: Up to £32,000 per annum Hours: 42.5 per week, Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent, Term Time only UK applicants only. Due to growth in service, we are looking for an experienced Pastoral/Site Manager to join our fantastic team at Meadowcroft School. About the role The Pastoral/Site Manager will work within the pastoral team to provide support for students. To support the Assistant Headteacher to effectively track and monitor student wellbeing and progress. To safeguard students and ensure appropriate interventions are in place. You will be working with pupils and identify strategies to help overcome individual pupils' barriers to learning; use systems to monitor the behaviour and progress of pupils who are on targeted interventions and co-ordinate the development of pupils' individual support plans and review ongoing progress towards set goals. Manage the transition of new pupils arriving or existing pupils returning to school, putting the necessary support in place to overcome any barriers to learning. Essential: GCSE or equivalent level, including at least a Grade C in English and Maths Continuing and relevant professional development in school Up to 3 years in working in SEND setting Good listening skills Effective written and verbal communication skills Knowledge of the barriers to learning that pupils may face About us Meadowcroft is an independent specialist day school for boys and girls aged from 5 to 19, catering for pupils with a wide range of needs in 4 sites across Wakefield. Our dedicated team work together to ensure successful outcomes for pupils who often arrive at the school with a troubled view of education and life. We pride ourselves in steering pupils in the right direction, nurturing aspiration to progress them both academically and socially to encourage them to take pride in their achievements. Socially, we build con?dence in our students, so they are able to have a greater understanding of the wider community in which they live. We have a team of fantastic multi-disciplinary specialists who work closely together to ?nd creative tailored solutions to support the emotional development to make a positive life changing difference to our students. Acorn Education is the UK's leading independent provider of specialist education and residential care for vulnerable pupils and young people. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care. Why join Acorn Education? Benefits Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you'll get an exceptional reward package including: Life Assurance Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions "Your Wellbeing Matters" - access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that's right for you, including: A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits 100's of discount options valid in the UK and abroad Cycle to Work Schemes Electric Car Purchase Scheme Critical illness cover And that's not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you'll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. You'll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy.
May 05, 2024
Full time
How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four ? Our colleagues' wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we're always looking for new ways to improve everyone's work/life balance. We're taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent). 4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff, and within the next year - so there's never been a more exciting time to join us ! Job title: Pastoral/Site Manager Location: Meadowcroft School, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Salary: Up to £32,000 per annum Hours: 42.5 per week, Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent, Term Time only UK applicants only. Due to growth in service, we are looking for an experienced Pastoral/Site Manager to join our fantastic team at Meadowcroft School. About the role The Pastoral/Site Manager will work within the pastoral team to provide support for students. To support the Assistant Headteacher to effectively track and monitor student wellbeing and progress. To safeguard students and ensure appropriate interventions are in place. You will be working with pupils and identify strategies to help overcome individual pupils' barriers to learning; use systems to monitor the behaviour and progress of pupils who are on targeted interventions and co-ordinate the development of pupils' individual support plans and review ongoing progress towards set goals. Manage the transition of new pupils arriving or existing pupils returning to school, putting the necessary support in place to overcome any barriers to learning. Essential: GCSE or equivalent level, including at least a Grade C in English and Maths Continuing and relevant professional development in school Up to 3 years in working in SEND setting Good listening skills Effective written and verbal communication skills Knowledge of the barriers to learning that pupils may face About us Meadowcroft is an independent specialist day school for boys and girls aged from 5 to 19, catering for pupils with a wide range of needs in 4 sites across Wakefield. Our dedicated team work together to ensure successful outcomes for pupils who often arrive at the school with a troubled view of education and life. We pride ourselves in steering pupils in the right direction, nurturing aspiration to progress them both academically and socially to encourage them to take pride in their achievements. Socially, we build con?dence in our students, so they are able to have a greater understanding of the wider community in which they live. We have a team of fantastic multi-disciplinary specialists who work closely together to ?nd creative tailored solutions to support the emotional development to make a positive life changing difference to our students. Acorn Education is the UK's leading independent provider of specialist education and residential care for vulnerable pupils and young people. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care. Why join Acorn Education? Benefits Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you'll get an exceptional reward package including: Life Assurance Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions "Your Wellbeing Matters" - access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that's right for you, including: A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits 100's of discount options valid in the UK and abroad Cycle to Work Schemes Electric Car Purchase Scheme Critical illness cover And that's not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you'll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. You'll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy.
Age UK's shops are the face of the charity. On high streets up and down the country our retail teams deliver a great shopping experience to customers while generating much needed income for the charity, ensuring that we can provide services and support to older people who need it most. If you want to help us to help others, we have the job for you! We are recruiting for a Sales Assistant to join our wonderful Fareham team and deliver an excellent retail service, ensuring that every customer has a great shopping experience. As a valued Sales Assistant you will contribute towards maximising shop sales and profits as well as the successful day to day running of the shop and deputise for the Shop Manager and Assistant Manager in their absence. The successful candidate will support with sales, stock rotation, organising displays and store tidying and much more, whilst representing Age UK in a professional manner and reflecting our core values. Due to the nature of this role, you will be required to handle/lift bags of stock (up to 10kgs.) PLEASE NOTE THIS IS AN 18 MONTH FIXED TERM CONTRACT You will have: Experience in working in a customer facing role Experience of cash handling Ability to lift and carry bags of stock up to 10kg's The ability to work as part of an effective team. Be able to lone work when needed Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to cultural differences and gender issues, as well as commitment to equal opportunities A flexible approach to work with requirement to work additional days to cover holidays and sickness or participate in trading outside of normal shop hours e.g. shop events What we offer in return: A 21 hour working week 25 days holiday (pro-rata) + bank holiday allowance A generous pension - we will contribute 8% Great discounts and rewards through Blue Light Card and BenefitHub Life assurance, Bupa health cashback plan Tickets for Good - Free and discounted tickets for events Additional Information To comply with UK legislation, we cannot accept applications from candidates under the age of 18 as the successful candidate will be required to work on their own in the shop without the aid of other staff. All CVs will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role at Age UK. Please note that our system is unable to anonymise cover letters, and we would therefore ask that to support the work we are doing on making our recruitment selection process fairer and more unbiased, that you remove any personal information from your cover letter/supporting statement, including your name before uploading this. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us once you are invited for an interview. Is this the job for you? We know that men, of all backgrounds, and men and women from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds are currently under-represented in our workforce, and we want to change this! So, we are particularly keen to hear from applicants from these groups. Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time. Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria under the Disability Confident Scheme. Please note that on occasion, due to high numbers of applications, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job. Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.
May 04, 2024
Full time
Age UK's shops are the face of the charity. On high streets up and down the country our retail teams deliver a great shopping experience to customers while generating much needed income for the charity, ensuring that we can provide services and support to older people who need it most. If you want to help us to help others, we have the job for you! We are recruiting for a Sales Assistant to join our wonderful Fareham team and deliver an excellent retail service, ensuring that every customer has a great shopping experience. As a valued Sales Assistant you will contribute towards maximising shop sales and profits as well as the successful day to day running of the shop and deputise for the Shop Manager and Assistant Manager in their absence. The successful candidate will support with sales, stock rotation, organising displays and store tidying and much more, whilst representing Age UK in a professional manner and reflecting our core values. Due to the nature of this role, you will be required to handle/lift bags of stock (up to 10kgs.) PLEASE NOTE THIS IS AN 18 MONTH FIXED TERM CONTRACT You will have: Experience in working in a customer facing role Experience of cash handling Ability to lift and carry bags of stock up to 10kg's The ability to work as part of an effective team. Be able to lone work when needed Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to cultural differences and gender issues, as well as commitment to equal opportunities A flexible approach to work with requirement to work additional days to cover holidays and sickness or participate in trading outside of normal shop hours e.g. shop events What we offer in return: A 21 hour working week 25 days holiday (pro-rata) + bank holiday allowance A generous pension - we will contribute 8% Great discounts and rewards through Blue Light Card and BenefitHub Life assurance, Bupa health cashback plan Tickets for Good - Free and discounted tickets for events Additional Information To comply with UK legislation, we cannot accept applications from candidates under the age of 18 as the successful candidate will be required to work on their own in the shop without the aid of other staff. All CVs will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role at Age UK. Please note that our system is unable to anonymise cover letters, and we would therefore ask that to support the work we are doing on making our recruitment selection process fairer and more unbiased, that you remove any personal information from your cover letter/supporting statement, including your name before uploading this. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us once you are invited for an interview. Is this the job for you? We know that men, of all backgrounds, and men and women from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds are currently under-represented in our workforce, and we want to change this! So, we are particularly keen to hear from applicants from these groups. Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time. Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria under the Disability Confident Scheme. Please note that on occasion, due to high numbers of applications, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job. Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.
Job Title: Front Office Administrator Location : 1C Marquis Road, N22 8JH Salary: £25k - £28k Job Type: Permanent, Full Time About us: Assisted Homes brings more than 20 years' experience, knowledge and expertise in specialised social care. We are driven by our commitment to supporting vulnerable adults in the community and anyone facing tough times with nowhere to go, no one to turn to. The Company provides a support service to single adults who have experienced homelessness, are vulnerable and have support needs. About the role: As such we are looking for a passionate Front Office Administrator to join us. In this role, you will be serving as an operations administrator providing service to key departments within the office and providing the highest levels of customer service. Collaboration with all departments within our open-plan office is an essential aspect of daily work. What are we looking for: Have excellent communication skills and great attention to detail Entitled to work in the UK without work sponsorship Excellent telephone manner, well presented and polite Be organised and be able to prioritise your work to meet specific deadlines Have excellent working knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Office, specifically Outlook, Word and Excel. Also be willing to learn any new systems that will make their output more efficient To be able to create IT systems that will add to the efficiency the role Good at letter writing, sending, and receiving emails and understanding the protocol and regulations set by the GDPR Have a warm, welcoming attitude towards prospective clients and other visitors into our office Be able to work alone using your own initiative at times, but also in a team to attain joint goals Be willing to undertake operational administrative tasks that are required by any of the HOD's or the Directors Proficient in producing factual and detailed analytical reports Role: To ensure that the office sundries (e.g.: tea, coffee, milk, snacks) and office supplies are maintained, and stock checked regularly To deal with mail coming in, making sure it is distributed to the appropriate teams and mail being sent out is done so accurately Updating the office board calendar with appointments for move ins, evictions, and others Keeping on top of office and office kitchen sundries purchases, display and distribution. Take minutes in team meetings and distribute them to the relevant staff Engage with referrers and perspective clients by phone and by email Ensure that important information is passed on to the relevant members of staff Provide your manager and or the Directors with records or reports as required Provide your manager with budget figures for petty cash and or any other reports as are requested Be prepared to work with current systems and create new systems for monitoring or filing documents and or information or statistics To undertake any other task required to ensure that the service provision is efficient On occasion, although rare, you may be required to work over your normal working hours to complete a task on a deadline Providing administrative support to the service delivery department as and when required which includes: Managing Access: Adding new move ins. Removing clients Moving clients Creating new forms Generating reports Adding and removing Staff members IT Support: Setting up and managing new devices for staff members Administration: Writing and sending warning letters Writing and sending eviction letters Writing and sending case review appointment letters Scheduling and booking in evictions Issuing food bank vouchers Sending messages to clients regarding on going activities/generic Creating digital posters advertising events To provide operational administrative support to the assessment team as and when requested. This includes: Processing new referrals upon assessment and completing referral statistics Greeting clients and gathering and filing necessary documents (ID, Consent to Share, Photo) Support with making first contact with referrals and scheduling assessments General Inquiries/Sign-posting walk-ins Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role Candidates with the relevant experience or job title of; Office Administrator, Administrator, Office Coordinator, Receptionist, Secretary, Business Administrator, Support Administrator, Reception Administrator, Business Support, Executive Assistant, PA, Office Assistant, Office Coordinator, Office Manager and Business Administrator may also be considered for this role.
May 04, 2024
Full time
Job Title: Front Office Administrator Location : 1C Marquis Road, N22 8JH Salary: £25k - £28k Job Type: Permanent, Full Time About us: Assisted Homes brings more than 20 years' experience, knowledge and expertise in specialised social care. We are driven by our commitment to supporting vulnerable adults in the community and anyone facing tough times with nowhere to go, no one to turn to. The Company provides a support service to single adults who have experienced homelessness, are vulnerable and have support needs. About the role: As such we are looking for a passionate Front Office Administrator to join us. In this role, you will be serving as an operations administrator providing service to key departments within the office and providing the highest levels of customer service. Collaboration with all departments within our open-plan office is an essential aspect of daily work. What are we looking for: Have excellent communication skills and great attention to detail Entitled to work in the UK without work sponsorship Excellent telephone manner, well presented and polite Be organised and be able to prioritise your work to meet specific deadlines Have excellent working knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Office, specifically Outlook, Word and Excel. Also be willing to learn any new systems that will make their output more efficient To be able to create IT systems that will add to the efficiency the role Good at letter writing, sending, and receiving emails and understanding the protocol and regulations set by the GDPR Have a warm, welcoming attitude towards prospective clients and other visitors into our office Be able to work alone using your own initiative at times, but also in a team to attain joint goals Be willing to undertake operational administrative tasks that are required by any of the HOD's or the Directors Proficient in producing factual and detailed analytical reports Role: To ensure that the office sundries (e.g.: tea, coffee, milk, snacks) and office supplies are maintained, and stock checked regularly To deal with mail coming in, making sure it is distributed to the appropriate teams and mail being sent out is done so accurately Updating the office board calendar with appointments for move ins, evictions, and others Keeping on top of office and office kitchen sundries purchases, display and distribution. Take minutes in team meetings and distribute them to the relevant staff Engage with referrers and perspective clients by phone and by email Ensure that important information is passed on to the relevant members of staff Provide your manager and or the Directors with records or reports as required Provide your manager with budget figures for petty cash and or any other reports as are requested Be prepared to work with current systems and create new systems for monitoring or filing documents and or information or statistics To undertake any other task required to ensure that the service provision is efficient On occasion, although rare, you may be required to work over your normal working hours to complete a task on a deadline Providing administrative support to the service delivery department as and when required which includes: Managing Access: Adding new move ins. Removing clients Moving clients Creating new forms Generating reports Adding and removing Staff members IT Support: Setting up and managing new devices for staff members Administration: Writing and sending warning letters Writing and sending eviction letters Writing and sending case review appointment letters Scheduling and booking in evictions Issuing food bank vouchers Sending messages to clients regarding on going activities/generic Creating digital posters advertising events To provide operational administrative support to the assessment team as and when requested. This includes: Processing new referrals upon assessment and completing referral statistics Greeting clients and gathering and filing necessary documents (ID, Consent to Share, Photo) Support with making first contact with referrals and scheduling assessments General Inquiries/Sign-posting walk-ins Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role Candidates with the relevant experience or job title of; Office Administrator, Administrator, Office Coordinator, Receptionist, Secretary, Business Administrator, Support Administrator, Reception Administrator, Business Support, Executive Assistant, PA, Office Assistant, Office Coordinator, Office Manager and Business Administrator may also be considered for this role.
Age UK is recruiting! With over 250 locations across the UK, our stores raise funds for some of the incredible services and support provided by the charity. We have an exciting opportunity to join our fantastic Northallerton team as an Assistant Manager . Our amazing Assistant Managers support our Store Managers in all aspects of the business, helping to guide and support our valued team of Sales Assistants and volunteers while ensuring customers are provided with an exemplary shop experience. If you have a passion for retail and would like to use your skills within a charity that supports thousands of older across the UK, then this may be the role for you! You will have: The ability to work collaboratively and consultatively with the Shop Manager Ability to lift and carry bags of stock up to 10kg's. Be able to lead a team of volunteers and staff Ability to delegate and coach staff Excellent customer services skills The ability to manage time under conflicting priorities IT literacy and numeracy skills Ideally you will also have: The ability to understand and establish successful retail processes Ability to understand basic financial reports Experience in a customer facing role What we offer in return: A 21 hour working week 25 days holiday (pro-rata) + bank holiday allowance A generous pension - we will contribute 8% Great discounts and rewards through Blue Light Card and BenefitHub Life assurance, Bupa health cashback plan Tickets for Good - Free and discounted tickets for events Additional Information To comply with UK legislation, we cannot accept applications from candidates under the age of 18 as the successful candidate will be required to work on their own in the shop without the aid of other staff. All CVs will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role at Age UK. Please note that our system is unable to anonymise cover letters, and we would therefore ask that to support the work we are doing on making our recruitment selection process fairer and more unbiased, that you remove any personal information from your cover letter/supporting statement, including your name before uploading this. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us once you are invited for an interview. Is this the job for you? We know that men, of all backgrounds, and men and women from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds are currently under-represented in our workforce, and we want to change this! So, we are particularly keen to hear from applicants from these groups. Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time. Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria under the Disability Confident Scheme. Please note that on occasion, due to high numbers of applications, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job. Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.
May 04, 2024
Full time
Age UK is recruiting! With over 250 locations across the UK, our stores raise funds for some of the incredible services and support provided by the charity. We have an exciting opportunity to join our fantastic Northallerton team as an Assistant Manager . Our amazing Assistant Managers support our Store Managers in all aspects of the business, helping to guide and support our valued team of Sales Assistants and volunteers while ensuring customers are provided with an exemplary shop experience. If you have a passion for retail and would like to use your skills within a charity that supports thousands of older across the UK, then this may be the role for you! You will have: The ability to work collaboratively and consultatively with the Shop Manager Ability to lift and carry bags of stock up to 10kg's. Be able to lead a team of volunteers and staff Ability to delegate and coach staff Excellent customer services skills The ability to manage time under conflicting priorities IT literacy and numeracy skills Ideally you will also have: The ability to understand and establish successful retail processes Ability to understand basic financial reports Experience in a customer facing role What we offer in return: A 21 hour working week 25 days holiday (pro-rata) + bank holiday allowance A generous pension - we will contribute 8% Great discounts and rewards through Blue Light Card and BenefitHub Life assurance, Bupa health cashback plan Tickets for Good - Free and discounted tickets for events Additional Information To comply with UK legislation, we cannot accept applications from candidates under the age of 18 as the successful candidate will be required to work on their own in the shop without the aid of other staff. All CVs will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role at Age UK. Please note that our system is unable to anonymise cover letters, and we would therefore ask that to support the work we are doing on making our recruitment selection process fairer and more unbiased, that you remove any personal information from your cover letter/supporting statement, including your name before uploading this. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us once you are invited for an interview. Is this the job for you? We know that men, of all backgrounds, and men and women from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds are currently under-represented in our workforce, and we want to change this! So, we are particularly keen to hear from applicants from these groups. Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time. Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria under the Disability Confident Scheme. Please note that on occasion, due to high numbers of applications, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job. Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.
Receptionist / Administration Assistant Job Type ; Full Time, Permanent Location: Dorking Salary: Scale 3/4 (Greater London Pay Spines) £23,144-£24,948 per annum inclusive of London Weighting Allowance, FTE (£27,028-£29,135 per annum) Hours: Full time, 36 hours, Term Time Only The Role The Academy located in Dorking is a special school for up to 120 boys aged 9 to 16 who have social, emotional and mental health needs. Some students also have moderate learning and attachment difficulties. The school delivers a highly personalised approach to education with small class sizes and lessons that are carefully planned to take into account the needs, interests and abilities of all students so that their learning is more purposeful and engaging. The team at the Academy are driven to secure the best possible outcomes for their students by nurturing them to become well-rounded, confident adults with high aspirations for their future. They are seeking a receptionist to join their team and contribute to their fast improving school. You will carry out reception duties working alongside the administration team to assist in all aspects of the smooth and efficient running of the School Office, including administrative support for all teaching and support staff. Key Responsibilities First point of contact on the reception desk for the general public, parents and visitors to the school, presenting a calm and professional demeanour that sets the tone for a first impression. Ensuring that the schools safeguarding procedures are adhered to when signing in visitors to the school. (Check ID and DBS certificate for supply staff and other agencies for adults working with our students) comparing details with the information supplied by the placing organisation. Maintain a stock of brochures with appropriate leaflets for parents and other visitors. Operation of the electronic access gate entry system and associated CCTV cameras ensuring site security at all times. Making and receiving telephone calls, sending and receiving emails and texts as required (using the school communication system). Redirecting all messages as appropriate ensuring that all information received bas been communicated and dealt with promptly. Receipt of deliveries and liaison with site staff for distribution. Ensuring that the reception is covered at all times with other members of the admin team as necessary. Ensure that the reception area is left secure and tidy at the end of the day. At the direction of the Office Manager, undertake office, clerical and administration tasks. These may include ordering and maintaining school resources, answering phones, photocopying, typing letters and other documents, filing and distribution information. Supporting the Office Manager in a range of administrative duties including the preparation of necessary documents and school reports which will include dealing with highly confidential and sensitive material. Liaising with transport providers to ensure appropriate arrangements are in place for all students. Manage post (in/out). Distribute incoming post to appropriate staff. Weigh and apply appropriate stamps to outgoing postage. Maintaining training records for all school staff with support from SLT. Managing the training record email address, filing certificates and following up with staff if not completed in an appropriate time frame. Managing and organising the address, by forwarding to the appropriate person or responding if required. Represent the school positively and professionally in all contact with the wider community. A shared responsibility with all staff to ensure the health and safety of all members of the school. Establish good relationships with students, acting as a role model and being aware of, and responding appropriately to individual needs. Treat all colleagues in a courteous and helpful manner, challenging discriminating behaviour. Set a good example in terms of dress, punctuality and attendance. Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health and safety, security, confidentiality and data protection - report all concerns to the appropriate person. Attend team and staff meetings and training where required. Any other duties that the Office Manager or Principal may reasonably direct from time to time which are considered to be commensurate with the grade of the job. All staff in school will be expected to accept reasonable flexibility in working arrangements and the allocation of duties to reflect changing roles and responsibilities. This job description may be amended at any time following discussion between the Principal, Appraisal line manager and the member of staff, and will be reviewed regularly. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable Academy, please click apply to be redirected to their website where you can complete your application.
May 04, 2024
Full time
Receptionist / Administration Assistant Job Type ; Full Time, Permanent Location: Dorking Salary: Scale 3/4 (Greater London Pay Spines) £23,144-£24,948 per annum inclusive of London Weighting Allowance, FTE (£27,028-£29,135 per annum) Hours: Full time, 36 hours, Term Time Only The Role The Academy located in Dorking is a special school for up to 120 boys aged 9 to 16 who have social, emotional and mental health needs. Some students also have moderate learning and attachment difficulties. The school delivers a highly personalised approach to education with small class sizes and lessons that are carefully planned to take into account the needs, interests and abilities of all students so that their learning is more purposeful and engaging. The team at the Academy are driven to secure the best possible outcomes for their students by nurturing them to become well-rounded, confident adults with high aspirations for their future. They are seeking a receptionist to join their team and contribute to their fast improving school. You will carry out reception duties working alongside the administration team to assist in all aspects of the smooth and efficient running of the School Office, including administrative support for all teaching and support staff. Key Responsibilities First point of contact on the reception desk for the general public, parents and visitors to the school, presenting a calm and professional demeanour that sets the tone for a first impression. Ensuring that the schools safeguarding procedures are adhered to when signing in visitors to the school. (Check ID and DBS certificate for supply staff and other agencies for adults working with our students) comparing details with the information supplied by the placing organisation. Maintain a stock of brochures with appropriate leaflets for parents and other visitors. Operation of the electronic access gate entry system and associated CCTV cameras ensuring site security at all times. Making and receiving telephone calls, sending and receiving emails and texts as required (using the school communication system). Redirecting all messages as appropriate ensuring that all information received bas been communicated and dealt with promptly. Receipt of deliveries and liaison with site staff for distribution. Ensuring that the reception is covered at all times with other members of the admin team as necessary. Ensure that the reception area is left secure and tidy at the end of the day. At the direction of the Office Manager, undertake office, clerical and administration tasks. These may include ordering and maintaining school resources, answering phones, photocopying, typing letters and other documents, filing and distribution information. Supporting the Office Manager in a range of administrative duties including the preparation of necessary documents and school reports which will include dealing with highly confidential and sensitive material. Liaising with transport providers to ensure appropriate arrangements are in place for all students. Manage post (in/out). Distribute incoming post to appropriate staff. Weigh and apply appropriate stamps to outgoing postage. Maintaining training records for all school staff with support from SLT. Managing the training record email address, filing certificates and following up with staff if not completed in an appropriate time frame. Managing and organising the address, by forwarding to the appropriate person or responding if required. Represent the school positively and professionally in all contact with the wider community. A shared responsibility with all staff to ensure the health and safety of all members of the school. Establish good relationships with students, acting as a role model and being aware of, and responding appropriately to individual needs. Treat all colleagues in a courteous and helpful manner, challenging discriminating behaviour. Set a good example in terms of dress, punctuality and attendance. Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health and safety, security, confidentiality and data protection - report all concerns to the appropriate person. Attend team and staff meetings and training where required. Any other duties that the Office Manager or Principal may reasonably direct from time to time which are considered to be commensurate with the grade of the job. All staff in school will be expected to accept reasonable flexibility in working arrangements and the allocation of duties to reflect changing roles and responsibilities. This job description may be amended at any time following discussion between the Principal, Appraisal line manager and the member of staff, and will be reviewed regularly. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable Academy, please click apply to be redirected to their website where you can complete your application.
Age UK is recruiting! With over 250 locations across the UK, our stores raise funds for some of the incredible services and support provided by the charity. We have an exciting opportunity to join our fantastic Hoddesdon team as an Assistant Manager . Our amazing Assistant Managers support our Store Managers in all aspects of the business, helping to guide and support our valued team of Sales Assistants and volunteers while ensuring customers are provided with an exemplary shop experience. If you have a passion for retail and would like to use your skills within a charity that supports thousands of older across the UK, then this may be the role for you! You will have: The ability to work collaboratively and consultatively with the Shop Manager Ability to lift and carry bags of stock up to 10kg's. Be able to lead a team of volunteers and staff Ability to delegate and coach staff Excellent customer services skills The ability to manage time under conflicting priorities IT literacy and numeracy skills Ideally you will also have: The ability to understand and establish successful retail processes Ability to understand basic financial reports Experience in a customer facing role What we offer in return: A 28 hour working week 25 days holiday (pro-rata) + bank holiday allowance A generous pension - we will contribute 8% Great discounts and rewards through Blue Light Card and BenefitHub Life assurance, Bupa health cashback plan Tickets for Good - Free and discounted tickets for events Additional Information To comply with UK legislation, we cannot accept applications from candidates under the age of 18 as the successful candidate will be required to work on their own in the shop without the aid of other staff. All CVs will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role at Age UK. Please note that our system is unable to anonymise cover letters, and we would therefore ask that to support the work we are doing on making our recruitment selection process fairer and more unbiased, that you remove any personal information from your cover letter/supporting statement, including your name before uploading this. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us once you are invited for an interview. Is this the job for you? We know that men, of all backgrounds, and men and women from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds are currently under-represented in our workforce, and we want to change this! So, we are particularly keen to hear from applicants from these groups. Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time. Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria under the Disability Confident Scheme. Please note that on occasion, due to high numbers of applications, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job. Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.
May 04, 2024
Full time
Age UK is recruiting! With over 250 locations across the UK, our stores raise funds for some of the incredible services and support provided by the charity. We have an exciting opportunity to join our fantastic Hoddesdon team as an Assistant Manager . Our amazing Assistant Managers support our Store Managers in all aspects of the business, helping to guide and support our valued team of Sales Assistants and volunteers while ensuring customers are provided with an exemplary shop experience. If you have a passion for retail and would like to use your skills within a charity that supports thousands of older across the UK, then this may be the role for you! You will have: The ability to work collaboratively and consultatively with the Shop Manager Ability to lift and carry bags of stock up to 10kg's. Be able to lead a team of volunteers and staff Ability to delegate and coach staff Excellent customer services skills The ability to manage time under conflicting priorities IT literacy and numeracy skills Ideally you will also have: The ability to understand and establish successful retail processes Ability to understand basic financial reports Experience in a customer facing role What we offer in return: A 28 hour working week 25 days holiday (pro-rata) + bank holiday allowance A generous pension - we will contribute 8% Great discounts and rewards through Blue Light Card and BenefitHub Life assurance, Bupa health cashback plan Tickets for Good - Free and discounted tickets for events Additional Information To comply with UK legislation, we cannot accept applications from candidates under the age of 18 as the successful candidate will be required to work on their own in the shop without the aid of other staff. All CVs will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role at Age UK. Please note that our system is unable to anonymise cover letters, and we would therefore ask that to support the work we are doing on making our recruitment selection process fairer and more unbiased, that you remove any personal information from your cover letter/supporting statement, including your name before uploading this. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us once you are invited for an interview. Is this the job for you? We know that men, of all backgrounds, and men and women from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds are currently under-represented in our workforce, and we want to change this! So, we are particularly keen to hear from applicants from these groups. Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time. Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria under the Disability Confident Scheme. Please note that on occasion, due to high numbers of applications, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job. Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.
Children's Centre Administrative Assistant Camden 19/hr Start date: ASAP AKTON Recruitment is working closely with the local authrities and we are looking for a Children's Centre Administrative Assistant in the Camden area. Enhanced DBS required, if you have a DBS on updated service please apply. KEY REQUIREMENTS: 1. 6 months solid front of house experience in a busy reception 2. Excellent customer service skills 3. Experience of providing admin support to a team 4. Fully proficient in Microsoft Office packages and able to undertake accurate data entry 5. Flexible can-do attitude 6. History of excellent punctuality and attendance The Administrative Assistant is a very important member of the team who ensures the professional delivery of established processes to carry out tasks that support and enable a multi-agency team to provide an excellent service to families. The key purpose of this position is to assist the Business Manager with a high-quality administrative service to support the smooth functioning of the children's centre locality and to undertake reception duties including offering a professional warm welcome to all staff and visitors to the centre, directing visitors to relevant activities and resources within the building and signposting and promoting services, dealing with telephone and email queries. The Administrative Assistant will support the Business Manager with admin duties such as room, taxi and interpreter bookings, accurately inputting confidential data onto databases, liaising with customers and suppliers to support office finance systems and processes and supporting the multi-agency teams. The Administrative Assistant is responsible for leading on key tasks ensuring that they are completed efficiently and accurately. They will be expected to be able to work as part of a team and be able to deal with day-to-day issues using their own initiative. As part of a busy team, the Administrative Assistant will have effective verbal and written communication skills and will demonstrate an ability to resolve challenging situations and complex queries, working with a range of individuals including children and vulnerable adults with a proactive approach to tasks, excellent timekeeping skills and, show dedication to delivering an excellent service to the people of Camden.
May 03, 2024
Seasonal
Children's Centre Administrative Assistant Camden 19/hr Start date: ASAP AKTON Recruitment is working closely with the local authrities and we are looking for a Children's Centre Administrative Assistant in the Camden area. Enhanced DBS required, if you have a DBS on updated service please apply. KEY REQUIREMENTS: 1. 6 months solid front of house experience in a busy reception 2. Excellent customer service skills 3. Experience of providing admin support to a team 4. Fully proficient in Microsoft Office packages and able to undertake accurate data entry 5. Flexible can-do attitude 6. History of excellent punctuality and attendance The Administrative Assistant is a very important member of the team who ensures the professional delivery of established processes to carry out tasks that support and enable a multi-agency team to provide an excellent service to families. The key purpose of this position is to assist the Business Manager with a high-quality administrative service to support the smooth functioning of the children's centre locality and to undertake reception duties including offering a professional warm welcome to all staff and visitors to the centre, directing visitors to relevant activities and resources within the building and signposting and promoting services, dealing with telephone and email queries. The Administrative Assistant will support the Business Manager with admin duties such as room, taxi and interpreter bookings, accurately inputting confidential data onto databases, liaising with customers and suppliers to support office finance systems and processes and supporting the multi-agency teams. The Administrative Assistant is responsible for leading on key tasks ensuring that they are completed efficiently and accurately. They will be expected to be able to work as part of a team and be able to deal with day-to-day issues using their own initiative. As part of a busy team, the Administrative Assistant will have effective verbal and written communication skills and will demonstrate an ability to resolve challenging situations and complex queries, working with a range of individuals including children and vulnerable adults with a proactive approach to tasks, excellent timekeeping skills and, show dedication to delivering an excellent service to the people of Camden.
Activity Group Co-ordinator Doncaster, South Yorkshire (with regular travel around Doncaster) Overview Royal Voluntary Service provides dementia support services that are designed to help those who live with dementia to keep up the lifestyle they enjoy for as long as possible and to offer some comfort and support when they're facing unfamiliar or difficult situations.We're currently looking for an Activity Group Co-ordinator to join us on a permanent, part-time basis, working 14 hours per week over two days. The Role As an Activity Group Co-ordinator, you will organise and deliver the successful and safe provision of dementia support services for individuals and their carers living in the Doncaster area. Specifically, at various locations across Doncaster, you will co-ordinate and facilitate group Cognitive Stimulation Therapy sessions. You will design, prepare and deliver activities for the groups on a weekly basis, supporting the Service Manager and volunteers, including recruitment and training, and enhancing the overall service provision.Undertaking the day-to-day co-ordination of the group provision, you will plan activities, organise refreshments, and regularly communicate with group members and venues.Additionally, you will:- Co-ordinate volunteers- Assist in general administrative duties - Comply with statutory standards, policies and procedures Working Hours This is a permanent, part-time position, working 14 hours per week over two days. What you'll need - Experience of working with people living with dementia and/or their carers- Experience of delivering activities within a group setting- Knowledge and experience of dementia (gained from personal or professional experience)- An understanding of the benefit of group settings and activities for people living with dementia- Knowledge of how to safeguard vulnerable adults- A full, valid driving licence (and access to a vehicle with business insurance - mileage reimbursed)Please note: the post will only be offered to successful candidates subject to pre-employment checks. This may include a criminal records check. What you get in return We're proud to be in the top 25 not-for-profit organisations to work for in the UK, based on ratings from Indeed. As a valued employee at Royal Voluntary Service, you will benefit from:- Salary of £12.44 per hour- 26 days' holiday (pro rata) plus paid statutory Bank Holidays (pro rata)- Ten weeks' company sick pay following successful completion of probation- A great pension scheme- 2 x Salary Death in Service Benefit, subject to qualification- Enhanced Family Leave schemes- An employee benefits package that gives access to an exclusive rewards website to get discounts and cashback online- A 24-hour doctor line, financial support with dental/optical and other therapies- A free and confidential employee assistance programme with up to six face-to-face sessions counselling included- Extensive online and on the job training to ensure you will succeed in your role- Opportunities to discuss flexible working- Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career- The chance to make a positive, lasting impact that changes lives, communities and societyRoyal Voluntary Service is committed to building inclusive and diverse teams across the charity. To find out more about our commitment to EDI, visit our website. How to apply Please select the apply button shown to be taken through to the application process. You will need to answer some screening questions as well as uploading your CV. You will be contacted by a member of the team once your application has been reviewed.Here at Royal Voluntary Service, we're committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We want to be a charity that's representative of the communities we serve, which is why we strive for diversity of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, ethnicity and perspective.Join Royal Voluntary Service and together we can change lives, change communities and change society. Dates to bear in mind The closing date for this role is the 24th May 2024. However, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received.This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.Other organisations may call this role Activity Group Officer, Community Activity Officer, Community Activity Co-ordinator, Activities Assistant, Wellbeing Co-ordinator, or Dementia Activity Group Co-ordinator.
May 03, 2024
Full time
Activity Group Co-ordinator Doncaster, South Yorkshire (with regular travel around Doncaster) Overview Royal Voluntary Service provides dementia support services that are designed to help those who live with dementia to keep up the lifestyle they enjoy for as long as possible and to offer some comfort and support when they're facing unfamiliar or difficult situations.We're currently looking for an Activity Group Co-ordinator to join us on a permanent, part-time basis, working 14 hours per week over two days. The Role As an Activity Group Co-ordinator, you will organise and deliver the successful and safe provision of dementia support services for individuals and their carers living in the Doncaster area. Specifically, at various locations across Doncaster, you will co-ordinate and facilitate group Cognitive Stimulation Therapy sessions. You will design, prepare and deliver activities for the groups on a weekly basis, supporting the Service Manager and volunteers, including recruitment and training, and enhancing the overall service provision.Undertaking the day-to-day co-ordination of the group provision, you will plan activities, organise refreshments, and regularly communicate with group members and venues.Additionally, you will:- Co-ordinate volunteers- Assist in general administrative duties - Comply with statutory standards, policies and procedures Working Hours This is a permanent, part-time position, working 14 hours per week over two days. What you'll need - Experience of working with people living with dementia and/or their carers- Experience of delivering activities within a group setting- Knowledge and experience of dementia (gained from personal or professional experience)- An understanding of the benefit of group settings and activities for people living with dementia- Knowledge of how to safeguard vulnerable adults- A full, valid driving licence (and access to a vehicle with business insurance - mileage reimbursed)Please note: the post will only be offered to successful candidates subject to pre-employment checks. This may include a criminal records check. What you get in return We're proud to be in the top 25 not-for-profit organisations to work for in the UK, based on ratings from Indeed. As a valued employee at Royal Voluntary Service, you will benefit from:- Salary of £12.44 per hour- 26 days' holiday (pro rata) plus paid statutory Bank Holidays (pro rata)- Ten weeks' company sick pay following successful completion of probation- A great pension scheme- 2 x Salary Death in Service Benefit, subject to qualification- Enhanced Family Leave schemes- An employee benefits package that gives access to an exclusive rewards website to get discounts and cashback online- A 24-hour doctor line, financial support with dental/optical and other therapies- A free and confidential employee assistance programme with up to six face-to-face sessions counselling included- Extensive online and on the job training to ensure you will succeed in your role- Opportunities to discuss flexible working- Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career- The chance to make a positive, lasting impact that changes lives, communities and societyRoyal Voluntary Service is committed to building inclusive and diverse teams across the charity. To find out more about our commitment to EDI, visit our website. How to apply Please select the apply button shown to be taken through to the application process. You will need to answer some screening questions as well as uploading your CV. You will be contacted by a member of the team once your application has been reviewed.Here at Royal Voluntary Service, we're committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We want to be a charity that's representative of the communities we serve, which is why we strive for diversity of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, ethnicity and perspective.Join Royal Voluntary Service and together we can change lives, change communities and change society. Dates to bear in mind The closing date for this role is the 24th May 2024. However, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received.This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.Other organisations may call this role Activity Group Officer, Community Activity Officer, Community Activity Co-ordinator, Activities Assistant, Wellbeing Co-ordinator, or Dementia Activity Group Co-ordinator.
SEN Higher Level Teaching Assistant May Start Harrow Full Time - Mon to Fri Long term, Term time only - 35 hours 90- 130 a day depending on experience LTF Recruitment are supporting a new 5-19 special needs provision based in Harrow that are looking to recruit a SEN Higher Level Teaching Assistant. You will play a key role in shaping this exciting new provision, right from the very start. You will support the growth of the school and teaching assistant team and be a mentor for a newly appointed staff. As the new higher level teaching assistant within the provision, your role will be to support the class teacher and SENCO with all elements of the day to day running of the class/s and to teach whole classes, groups and individual lessons in consultation with the class teacher. You will take the lead in the absence of a class teacher and assess, record and report on development, progress and attainment. You will be expected to know and understand the class teacher's curriculum planning and plan, prepare and deliver assigned programmes of teaching and learning activities to individual, small groups and/or classes modifying and adapting activities as necessary within agreed system of supervision. An expectation of a higher-level teaching assistant is to establish a warm, caring and supportive relationship with pupils in order to support them feeling safe and enabling them to enjoy and learn during their time at the school. You will promote and encourage independence and personal development in pupils and maintain high expectations of behaviour at all times. Skills and Qualification: - Higher level teaching assistant diploma or equivalent level 4 qualification is desirable but not required - GCSE Pass above C (or 4 in the new GCSE system) in English and Maths - Relevant knowledge of experience of pupils with SEN or SEMH/ASD - Understanding of safeguarding principles and child protection procedures - Experience of managing a range of approaches to behaviour, including manager behaviours that challenge - Be positive and creative in assisting to meet pupils individual needs This specialist SEN school is an innovative provider of education and care for children, young people and adults with special educational needs and disabilities. They offer a bespoke education for up to 8- pupils aged 5-19 who have ASC.SEMH requirements. The curriculum is creative and personalised for the pupils to ensure that they are provided with the best opportunities to succeed. The Headteacher is looking for fun, passionate, dedicated and driven staff to help support the vision for the pupils and the school environment. She is committed to offering a truly unique workplace environment, embedded with a supportive culture, positive ethos, strong teamwork and personal drive, with further career opportunities as both the school and company. What the school can offer you: - Full training. continued support and progression opportunities. If you would like to find out additional information, please apply today
May 02, 2024
Contractor
SEN Higher Level Teaching Assistant May Start Harrow Full Time - Mon to Fri Long term, Term time only - 35 hours 90- 130 a day depending on experience LTF Recruitment are supporting a new 5-19 special needs provision based in Harrow that are looking to recruit a SEN Higher Level Teaching Assistant. You will play a key role in shaping this exciting new provision, right from the very start. You will support the growth of the school and teaching assistant team and be a mentor for a newly appointed staff. As the new higher level teaching assistant within the provision, your role will be to support the class teacher and SENCO with all elements of the day to day running of the class/s and to teach whole classes, groups and individual lessons in consultation with the class teacher. You will take the lead in the absence of a class teacher and assess, record and report on development, progress and attainment. You will be expected to know and understand the class teacher's curriculum planning and plan, prepare and deliver assigned programmes of teaching and learning activities to individual, small groups and/or classes modifying and adapting activities as necessary within agreed system of supervision. An expectation of a higher-level teaching assistant is to establish a warm, caring and supportive relationship with pupils in order to support them feeling safe and enabling them to enjoy and learn during their time at the school. You will promote and encourage independence and personal development in pupils and maintain high expectations of behaviour at all times. Skills and Qualification: - Higher level teaching assistant diploma or equivalent level 4 qualification is desirable but not required - GCSE Pass above C (or 4 in the new GCSE system) in English and Maths - Relevant knowledge of experience of pupils with SEN or SEMH/ASD - Understanding of safeguarding principles and child protection procedures - Experience of managing a range of approaches to behaviour, including manager behaviours that challenge - Be positive and creative in assisting to meet pupils individual needs This specialist SEN school is an innovative provider of education and care for children, young people and adults with special educational needs and disabilities. They offer a bespoke education for up to 8- pupils aged 5-19 who have ASC.SEMH requirements. The curriculum is creative and personalised for the pupils to ensure that they are provided with the best opportunities to succeed. The Headteacher is looking for fun, passionate, dedicated and driven staff to help support the vision for the pupils and the school environment. She is committed to offering a truly unique workplace environment, embedded with a supportive culture, positive ethos, strong teamwork and personal drive, with further career opportunities as both the school and company. What the school can offer you: - Full training. continued support and progression opportunities. If you would like to find out additional information, please apply today
Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club
Lancing, Sussex
Job Title: Cleaning Assistant (Overnight) Location: Lancing BN15 9FP Salary: £21,840 per annum plus overnight allowance of £1,488.44 per annum Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent 35 hours PW Deadline Day: 30th April 2024 About Brighton & Hove Albion FC We compete at the highest levels of football on a global stage whilst keeping our Sussex community spirit. Our vision is to be a top ten Premier League club and a top four Women's Super League club. A commitment to high performance, high professional standards and making a difference is at the heart of everything we do. Ensure our world-class training ground is cleaned to the highest standards A typical day in this role will include cleaning public and staff areas, carrying out regular deep cleans and assisting with the set-up of events and activities. The post holder must ensure that the work carried out is compliant with Health and Safety legislation and COSHH. This role will be working overnight from 10pm-6am 5 days per week. Do you have what it takes If you are looking for an easy ride, this one might not be for you! The work will be challenging, the environment will be fast paced, and we will have high expectations of you. But we will give you everything you need to succeed (except for drive, determination and motivation - which you will need to bring with you!). You must be someone who has a proven track record of delivering high standards of work within specific deadlines. You will have experience of completing cleaning tasks and experience of working as part of a team. Our values are: - Treat People Well - Exceed Expectations - Aim High. Never Give Up - Act with Integrity - Make it Special How we say thank you: - Free breakfast and lunch at both sites - 23 days holiday rising with length of service (pro rata for part time staff) - Rewards platform, which includes access to 900+ retailers, a wellbeing centre and much more! - Priority access to match tickets and access to free WSL tickets for 23/24 season - In-house training programme and CPD opportunities - Discounts and benefits from partners and local businesses Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Our core values mean that we have a strong ethical culture which allows us to meet the needs of our diverse audience, both on and off the pitch. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of their age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnership. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, do not hesitate to get in touch with our People and Culture team. Safeguarding is part of everything we do We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. We expect all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment. This is a UK based job. It is unlawful to employ a person who does not have permission to live and work in the UK. All offers of employment for this role are subject to background checks, including criminal (DBS) and right to work, as well as a full reference history. We do not offer sponsorship for applicants who do not have the right to work in the UK. To submit your application for this exciting Online Fulfilment Manager opportunity, please click 'Apply' now. The deadline for applications is the 30th of April 2024.
May 02, 2024
Full time
Job Title: Cleaning Assistant (Overnight) Location: Lancing BN15 9FP Salary: £21,840 per annum plus overnight allowance of £1,488.44 per annum Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent 35 hours PW Deadline Day: 30th April 2024 About Brighton & Hove Albion FC We compete at the highest levels of football on a global stage whilst keeping our Sussex community spirit. Our vision is to be a top ten Premier League club and a top four Women's Super League club. A commitment to high performance, high professional standards and making a difference is at the heart of everything we do. Ensure our world-class training ground is cleaned to the highest standards A typical day in this role will include cleaning public and staff areas, carrying out regular deep cleans and assisting with the set-up of events and activities. The post holder must ensure that the work carried out is compliant with Health and Safety legislation and COSHH. This role will be working overnight from 10pm-6am 5 days per week. Do you have what it takes If you are looking for an easy ride, this one might not be for you! The work will be challenging, the environment will be fast paced, and we will have high expectations of you. But we will give you everything you need to succeed (except for drive, determination and motivation - which you will need to bring with you!). You must be someone who has a proven track record of delivering high standards of work within specific deadlines. You will have experience of completing cleaning tasks and experience of working as part of a team. Our values are: - Treat People Well - Exceed Expectations - Aim High. Never Give Up - Act with Integrity - Make it Special How we say thank you: - Free breakfast and lunch at both sites - 23 days holiday rising with length of service (pro rata for part time staff) - Rewards platform, which includes access to 900+ retailers, a wellbeing centre and much more! - Priority access to match tickets and access to free WSL tickets for 23/24 season - In-house training programme and CPD opportunities - Discounts and benefits from partners and local businesses Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Our core values mean that we have a strong ethical culture which allows us to meet the needs of our diverse audience, both on and off the pitch. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of their age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnership. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, do not hesitate to get in touch with our People and Culture team. Safeguarding is part of everything we do We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. We expect all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment. This is a UK based job. It is unlawful to employ a person who does not have permission to live and work in the UK. All offers of employment for this role are subject to background checks, including criminal (DBS) and right to work, as well as a full reference history. We do not offer sponsorship for applicants who do not have the right to work in the UK. To submit your application for this exciting Online Fulfilment Manager opportunity, please click 'Apply' now. The deadline for applications is the 30th of April 2024.
Receptionist / Administration Assistant Job Type ; Full Time, Permanent Location: Surrey Salary: Scale 3/4 (Greater London Pay Spines) £23,144-£24,948 per annum inclusive of London Weighting Allowance, FTE (£27,028-£29,135 per annum) Hours: Full time, 36 hours, Term Time Only The Role The Academy located in Dorking is a special school for up to 120 boys aged 9 to 16 who have social, emotional and mental health needs. Some students also have moderate learning and attachment difficulties. The school delivers a highly personalised approach to education with small class sizes and lessons that are carefully planned to take into account the needs, interests and abilities of all students so that their learning is more purposeful and engaging. The team at the Academy are driven to secure the best possible outcomes for their students by nurturing them to become well-rounded, confident adults with high aspirations for their future. They are seeking a receptionist to join their team and contribute to their fast improving school. You will carry out reception duties working alongside the administration team to assist in all aspects of the smooth and efficient running of the School Office, including administrative support for all teaching and support staff. Key Responsibilities First point of contact on the reception desk for the general public, parents and visitors to the school, presenting a calm and professional demeanour that sets the tone for a first impression. Ensuring that the schools safeguarding procedures are adhered to when signing in visitors to the school. (Check ID and DBS certificate for supply staff and other agencies for adults working with our students) comparing details with the information supplied by the placing organisation. Maintain a stock of brochures with appropriate leaflets for parents and other visitors. Operation of the electronic access gate entry system and associated CCTV cameras ensuring site security at all times. Making and receiving telephone calls, sending and receiving emails and texts as required (using the school communication system). Redirecting all messages as appropriate ensuring that all information received bas been communicated and dealt with promptly. Receipt of deliveries and liaison with site staff for distribution. Ensuring that the reception is covered at all times with other members of the admin team as necessary. Ensure that the reception area is left secure and tidy at the end of the day. At the direction of the Office Manager, undertake office, clerical and administration tasks. These may include ordering and maintaining school resources, answering phones, photocopying, typing letters and other documents, filing and distribution information. Supporting the Office Manager in a range of administrative duties including the preparation of necessary documents and school reports which will include dealing with highly confidential and sensitive material. Liaising with transport providers to ensure appropriate arrangements are in place for all students. Manage post (in/out). Distribute incoming post to appropriate staff. Weigh and apply appropriate stamps to outgoing postage. Maintaining training records for all school staff with support from SLT. Managing the training record email address, filing certificates and following up with staff if not completed in an appropriate time frame. Managing and organising the address, by forwarding to the appropriate person or responding if required. Represent the school positively and professionally in all contact with the wider community. A shared responsibility with all staff to ensure the health and safety of all members of the school. Establish good relationships with students, acting as a role model and being aware of, and responding appropriately to individual needs. Treat all colleagues in a courteous and helpful manner, challenging discriminating behaviour. Set a good example in terms of dress, punctuality and attendance. Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health and safety, security, confidentiality and data protection report all concerns to the appropriate person. Attend team and staff meetings and training where required. Any other duties that the Office Manager or Principal may reasonably direct from time to time which are considered to be commensurate with the grade of the job. All staff in school will be expected to accept reasonable flexibility in working arrangements and the allocation of duties to reflect changing roles and responsibilities. This job description may be amended at any time following discussion between the Principal, Appraisal line manager and the member of staff, and will be reviewed regularly. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable Academy, please click apply to be redirected to their website where you can complete your application.
May 02, 2024
Full time
Receptionist / Administration Assistant Job Type ; Full Time, Permanent Location: Surrey Salary: Scale 3/4 (Greater London Pay Spines) £23,144-£24,948 per annum inclusive of London Weighting Allowance, FTE (£27,028-£29,135 per annum) Hours: Full time, 36 hours, Term Time Only The Role The Academy located in Dorking is a special school for up to 120 boys aged 9 to 16 who have social, emotional and mental health needs. Some students also have moderate learning and attachment difficulties. The school delivers a highly personalised approach to education with small class sizes and lessons that are carefully planned to take into account the needs, interests and abilities of all students so that their learning is more purposeful and engaging. The team at the Academy are driven to secure the best possible outcomes for their students by nurturing them to become well-rounded, confident adults with high aspirations for their future. They are seeking a receptionist to join their team and contribute to their fast improving school. You will carry out reception duties working alongside the administration team to assist in all aspects of the smooth and efficient running of the School Office, including administrative support for all teaching and support staff. Key Responsibilities First point of contact on the reception desk for the general public, parents and visitors to the school, presenting a calm and professional demeanour that sets the tone for a first impression. Ensuring that the schools safeguarding procedures are adhered to when signing in visitors to the school. (Check ID and DBS certificate for supply staff and other agencies for adults working with our students) comparing details with the information supplied by the placing organisation. Maintain a stock of brochures with appropriate leaflets for parents and other visitors. Operation of the electronic access gate entry system and associated CCTV cameras ensuring site security at all times. Making and receiving telephone calls, sending and receiving emails and texts as required (using the school communication system). Redirecting all messages as appropriate ensuring that all information received bas been communicated and dealt with promptly. Receipt of deliveries and liaison with site staff for distribution. Ensuring that the reception is covered at all times with other members of the admin team as necessary. Ensure that the reception area is left secure and tidy at the end of the day. At the direction of the Office Manager, undertake office, clerical and administration tasks. These may include ordering and maintaining school resources, answering phones, photocopying, typing letters and other documents, filing and distribution information. Supporting the Office Manager in a range of administrative duties including the preparation of necessary documents and school reports which will include dealing with highly confidential and sensitive material. Liaising with transport providers to ensure appropriate arrangements are in place for all students. Manage post (in/out). Distribute incoming post to appropriate staff. Weigh and apply appropriate stamps to outgoing postage. Maintaining training records for all school staff with support from SLT. Managing the training record email address, filing certificates and following up with staff if not completed in an appropriate time frame. Managing and organising the address, by forwarding to the appropriate person or responding if required. Represent the school positively and professionally in all contact with the wider community. A shared responsibility with all staff to ensure the health and safety of all members of the school. Establish good relationships with students, acting as a role model and being aware of, and responding appropriately to individual needs. Treat all colleagues in a courteous and helpful manner, challenging discriminating behaviour. Set a good example in terms of dress, punctuality and attendance. Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health and safety, security, confidentiality and data protection report all concerns to the appropriate person. Attend team and staff meetings and training where required. Any other duties that the Office Manager or Principal may reasonably direct from time to time which are considered to be commensurate with the grade of the job. All staff in school will be expected to accept reasonable flexibility in working arrangements and the allocation of duties to reflect changing roles and responsibilities. This job description may be amended at any time following discussion between the Principal, Appraisal line manager and the member of staff, and will be reviewed regularly. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable Academy, please click apply to be redirected to their website where you can complete your application.
Job Title: Administrative Assistant Location: Hampshire - Offices based in Winchester, Basingstoke, Havant and Farnborough. This role requires office attendance at one of the named location for initial training and then will be fully remote. Contract Type: Temporary, initially 6 Months Salary: 13.28 per hour Hampshire and Isle of Wight Educational Psychology are expanding and therefore looking for new team members to join our Administrative Support Team. You will be a self-motivated team player, well organised and able to work in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same. Job Purpose: To provide comprehensive administrative support to the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Educational Psychology team. What is the day-to-day of the role: When necessary, be first point of contact for telephone calls/visits to the team maintaining high quality customer service. Receive, process, distribute and file accurately, correspondence and documents to ensure statutory and corporate timescales are met. Ensure high level accuracy in order to meet the legal requirements around confidentiality and GDPR. Co-ordination of courses and conferences including preparation of documents such as flyers, registers, training course booklets and materials and disseminating relevant information. To ensure a professional service in relation to word processing of correspondence as necessary, the sending and receipt of e-mails (including attachments), preparation of reports and publications, including the composition of simple correspondence for approval with general guidelines. Maintain a working knowledge of HCC IT systems, such as IBC, SharePoint and Office365, to ensure such systems are used to provide high quality documents and relevant management information. Ordering materials and publications, basic processing of payment requests and assisting with budget monitoring within corporate guidelines. To gather data and provide management information. To be flexible and able to re-prioritise in light of the competing demands of the role. Contact with department managers and own team/colleagues. Contact with parents, school staff, colleagues in health and other external services on a regular basis. Required Skills and Qualifications Exceptional literacy skills. Basic IT skills - word/excel/Outlook. Confidentiality Awareness of Health & Safety policies and other appropriate legislation. Benefits Remote working Equipment provided Holiday Pension Additional Information Children's Services is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people / vulnerable adults and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment As part of the pre-employment checks that are undertaken for this role, you will be asked to complete a Pre-Employment Medical Questionnaire. The questionnaire is confidential, and is screened by our Occupational Health Department, who will ensure that you are medically fit for this role before being formally offered the position. About Us Connect2Hampshire is a managed service agency owned by Hampshire County Council providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities into the Council. Our service is built on our values of ethical, trustworthy, and caring, and our profits are returned to our Local Authority shareholders. Please apply as appropriate or contact Daniel Goodyear on (url removed) or (phone number removed) Connect2Hampshire, part of Hampshire & Kent Commercial Services LLP, is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business and positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
May 02, 2024
Contractor
Job Title: Administrative Assistant Location: Hampshire - Offices based in Winchester, Basingstoke, Havant and Farnborough. This role requires office attendance at one of the named location for initial training and then will be fully remote. Contract Type: Temporary, initially 6 Months Salary: 13.28 per hour Hampshire and Isle of Wight Educational Psychology are expanding and therefore looking for new team members to join our Administrative Support Team. You will be a self-motivated team player, well organised and able to work in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same. Job Purpose: To provide comprehensive administrative support to the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Educational Psychology team. What is the day-to-day of the role: When necessary, be first point of contact for telephone calls/visits to the team maintaining high quality customer service. Receive, process, distribute and file accurately, correspondence and documents to ensure statutory and corporate timescales are met. Ensure high level accuracy in order to meet the legal requirements around confidentiality and GDPR. Co-ordination of courses and conferences including preparation of documents such as flyers, registers, training course booklets and materials and disseminating relevant information. To ensure a professional service in relation to word processing of correspondence as necessary, the sending and receipt of e-mails (including attachments), preparation of reports and publications, including the composition of simple correspondence for approval with general guidelines. Maintain a working knowledge of HCC IT systems, such as IBC, SharePoint and Office365, to ensure such systems are used to provide high quality documents and relevant management information. Ordering materials and publications, basic processing of payment requests and assisting with budget monitoring within corporate guidelines. To gather data and provide management information. To be flexible and able to re-prioritise in light of the competing demands of the role. Contact with department managers and own team/colleagues. Contact with parents, school staff, colleagues in health and other external services on a regular basis. Required Skills and Qualifications Exceptional literacy skills. Basic IT skills - word/excel/Outlook. Confidentiality Awareness of Health & Safety policies and other appropriate legislation. Benefits Remote working Equipment provided Holiday Pension Additional Information Children's Services is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people / vulnerable adults and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment As part of the pre-employment checks that are undertaken for this role, you will be asked to complete a Pre-Employment Medical Questionnaire. The questionnaire is confidential, and is screened by our Occupational Health Department, who will ensure that you are medically fit for this role before being formally offered the position. About Us Connect2Hampshire is a managed service agency owned by Hampshire County Council providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities into the Council. Our service is built on our values of ethical, trustworthy, and caring, and our profits are returned to our Local Authority shareholders. Please apply as appropriate or contact Daniel Goodyear on (url removed) or (phone number removed) Connect2Hampshire, part of Hampshire & Kent Commercial Services LLP, is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business and positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
Administrator Bookkeeper This is a new role, and recognising the growth of the Charity they now require an experienced Administrator/Bookkeeper to join the organisation. Position: Charity Administrator/Bookkeeper Location: Milton Keynes/Hybrid Contract: Permanent Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (part-time or job share considered) Salary: £25,000 to £28,000 per annum Benefits: 36 days holiday per annum including Public Holidays and employer-matched pension contribution up to 5% Closing date: 24th May 2024 - the role may be closed earlier if the right candidate is found. About the role: The successful applicant will be able to make a real difference in a small but highly effective charity. The Charity Administrator will be responsible for the day-to-day provision of professional, effective, and efficient administrative support to the Charity, including financial support to the Treasurer. They will possess a wide range of skills and be confident and competent enough to play a key role within a small and committed team, quite frequently as first-line contact to the Charity, supporting the operational team and the Board of Trustees across a broad range of activities. Key responsibilities will include: Be responsible for the smooth running of the Charity s administration Undertake bookkeeping and other financial tasks for the Treasurer Manage enquiries by telephone, email, and post as well as in person, responding to queries directly or relaying accurate and timely messages, as appropriate Support the Chair with the preparation of documents and presentations, undertake research etc. Attend Board of Trustees meetings (normally one evening per month) and take the minutes Ensure all charitable donations are recorded accurately and thank you letters and receipts sent promptly Engage with visitors, staff, volunteers and service users in an appropriate and personable manner Manage enquiries from potential volunteers and organise training sessions Set up meetings, book meeting rooms and coordinate events as requested Ensure contact databases are kept up to date, referring any data protection queries to the Service Manager or the Data Protection Officer Maintain document management systems (mainly electronic) Manage office supplies, obtain quotes and place orders for a variety of items and deal with a range of suppliers Understand, adhere to, and actively implement all the Charity s policies, procedures, and services at all times Be aware of safeguarding risks to vulnerable adults and ensure the TBSMK safeguarding policy is always followed About you: The role calls for a calm and flexible person because no two days will be the same. The ideal candidate will have experience working as an administrator (including financial administration) in a busy office. They will have no qualms about working with vulnerable people with multiple challenges, and they will have the ability to work with sensitive information whilst maintaining confidentiality. They will be proficient at bookkeeping for a small to medium-sized business with experience of working with a financial system. Experience of working with Xero is desirable but not essential. Knowledge of charity accounting is highly desirable. Good analytical skills and attention to detail are essential. To perform well in this role, you ll need: Communication: The Administrator will need excellent communication and people skills, including empathy with the Charity s service users. Effective communication with other stakeholders will be essential. Financial: The administrator will have evidenced bookkeeping skills which will include working experience in accounting systems (ideally Xero) and excellent MS Excel skills. Writing and editing: The administrator will assist with the drafting of reports, newsletters, board papers etc. and must therefore have an excellent standard of written English and attention to the appearance and detail of documents. Time management: The administrator must deal with many different tasks and competing priorities. The ability to manage their time and organise their workload effectively will be critical. Problem-solving: The administrator must be confident, competent, practical, and proactive. They must be unflappable and able to work using their initiative. Technology: The administrator will need strong IT skills and be competent in the use of Microsoft Office, (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and ideally also Google Docs, Mailchimp and using a database such as Salesforce or Beacon and creating database reports would be welcomed. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check and hold a valid driving licence and access to a car. About the organisation: The organisation is a small Milton Keynes based charity which provides a temporary home and extensive person-centric support to single people experiencing homelessness, with the aim of providing a sustainable, long-term solution. Originally based on a double-decker bus (hence the name), the charity now has a unique nine bedroom facility in Stantonbury, Milton Keynes and three move-on houses elsewhere in the city, providing a further twelve rooms. The level of ongoing support offered to guests is delivering long-term success and preventing the well-known revolving door of homelessness . The employer welcomes and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. They do not discriminate based on disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other categories protected by law. You may also have experience in areas such as Finance Administrator, Charity Administrator, Accounts Payable, Finance Assistant, Financial Assistant, Charity Admin, Accounts Administrator, Fundraising Administrator, Senior Finance Administrator, Bookkeeper, Administration Coordinator, Admin, Administrator, Administration etc. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
May 02, 2024
Full time
Administrator Bookkeeper This is a new role, and recognising the growth of the Charity they now require an experienced Administrator/Bookkeeper to join the organisation. Position: Charity Administrator/Bookkeeper Location: Milton Keynes/Hybrid Contract: Permanent Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (part-time or job share considered) Salary: £25,000 to £28,000 per annum Benefits: 36 days holiday per annum including Public Holidays and employer-matched pension contribution up to 5% Closing date: 24th May 2024 - the role may be closed earlier if the right candidate is found. About the role: The successful applicant will be able to make a real difference in a small but highly effective charity. The Charity Administrator will be responsible for the day-to-day provision of professional, effective, and efficient administrative support to the Charity, including financial support to the Treasurer. They will possess a wide range of skills and be confident and competent enough to play a key role within a small and committed team, quite frequently as first-line contact to the Charity, supporting the operational team and the Board of Trustees across a broad range of activities. Key responsibilities will include: Be responsible for the smooth running of the Charity s administration Undertake bookkeeping and other financial tasks for the Treasurer Manage enquiries by telephone, email, and post as well as in person, responding to queries directly or relaying accurate and timely messages, as appropriate Support the Chair with the preparation of documents and presentations, undertake research etc. Attend Board of Trustees meetings (normally one evening per month) and take the minutes Ensure all charitable donations are recorded accurately and thank you letters and receipts sent promptly Engage with visitors, staff, volunteers and service users in an appropriate and personable manner Manage enquiries from potential volunteers and organise training sessions Set up meetings, book meeting rooms and coordinate events as requested Ensure contact databases are kept up to date, referring any data protection queries to the Service Manager or the Data Protection Officer Maintain document management systems (mainly electronic) Manage office supplies, obtain quotes and place orders for a variety of items and deal with a range of suppliers Understand, adhere to, and actively implement all the Charity s policies, procedures, and services at all times Be aware of safeguarding risks to vulnerable adults and ensure the TBSMK safeguarding policy is always followed About you: The role calls for a calm and flexible person because no two days will be the same. The ideal candidate will have experience working as an administrator (including financial administration) in a busy office. They will have no qualms about working with vulnerable people with multiple challenges, and they will have the ability to work with sensitive information whilst maintaining confidentiality. They will be proficient at bookkeeping for a small to medium-sized business with experience of working with a financial system. Experience of working with Xero is desirable but not essential. Knowledge of charity accounting is highly desirable. Good analytical skills and attention to detail are essential. To perform well in this role, you ll need: Communication: The Administrator will need excellent communication and people skills, including empathy with the Charity s service users. Effective communication with other stakeholders will be essential. Financial: The administrator will have evidenced bookkeeping skills which will include working experience in accounting systems (ideally Xero) and excellent MS Excel skills. Writing and editing: The administrator will assist with the drafting of reports, newsletters, board papers etc. and must therefore have an excellent standard of written English and attention to the appearance and detail of documents. Time management: The administrator must deal with many different tasks and competing priorities. The ability to manage their time and organise their workload effectively will be critical. Problem-solving: The administrator must be confident, competent, practical, and proactive. They must be unflappable and able to work using their initiative. Technology: The administrator will need strong IT skills and be competent in the use of Microsoft Office, (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and ideally also Google Docs, Mailchimp and using a database such as Salesforce or Beacon and creating database reports would be welcomed. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check and hold a valid driving licence and access to a car. About the organisation: The organisation is a small Milton Keynes based charity which provides a temporary home and extensive person-centric support to single people experiencing homelessness, with the aim of providing a sustainable, long-term solution. Originally based on a double-decker bus (hence the name), the charity now has a unique nine bedroom facility in Stantonbury, Milton Keynes and three move-on houses elsewhere in the city, providing a further twelve rooms. The level of ongoing support offered to guests is delivering long-term success and preventing the well-known revolving door of homelessness . The employer welcomes and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. They do not discriminate based on disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other categories protected by law. You may also have experience in areas such as Finance Administrator, Charity Administrator, Accounts Payable, Finance Assistant, Financial Assistant, Charity Admin, Accounts Administrator, Fundraising Administrator, Senior Finance Administrator, Bookkeeper, Administration Coordinator, Admin, Administrator, Administration etc. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Social Care & Education Jobs Ltd
Wilmslow, Cheshire
We have a Part-Time, Permanent, Job Vacancy for a School Maintenance Assistant Wilmslow Cheshire area close to the A34 / B5095. Benefits Part Time, 20 Hours per week, Monday Friday 2pm 6pm, Term Time Only. £12.15 - £13.14 per hour Depending on Experience / Skills Full Driving Licence is required. Life assurance, Health Cash back plan, pension, and perk box scheme. Car lease scheme, bike to work scheme. Free parking on site. Full training & continued support. Employer We are recruiting on behalf of a Specialist Education School for Children & Younger Adults with Autism. They have an impressive network of schools, colleges, and residential homes where they believe that every young person deserves to develop their abilities and create a positive future. Duties As their Maintenance Assistant / Operative you will assist in the overall maintenance of the school including the building itself and the grounds. You will be joining a fabulously friendly team. Your role will have a strong emphasis on Health & Safety and ensuring H&S measures are in place throughout the grounds and facilities. You will always ensure our buildings are fit for purpose for the Young People we support. Duties include (But are not limited to) General Site Maintenance and repairs as well as planned maintenance projects. Inspections, upkeep, and maintenance of all areas including buildings and outside areas. Keeping accurate records. Comply with regulations, policies, and procedures. Report damage, defects, and malfunctions to the School Manager. Promote and maximise security on site. You will work with the central estates department, supporting the development of the services through site expansion projects and integrating new/developed buildings. Requirements General maintenance experience, basic skills related to joinery and plumbing. Good record keeping & reporting skills. Excellent knowledge of Health & Safety Regulations. Knowledge of good working trade practices. Understanding of hot and cold-water systems. Apply If you are interested in applying please ensure you meet the above Criteria. Once you have applied one of our team will contact you and answer any questions you may have and tell you more about this fantastic opportunity.
May 02, 2024
Full time
We have a Part-Time, Permanent, Job Vacancy for a School Maintenance Assistant Wilmslow Cheshire area close to the A34 / B5095. Benefits Part Time, 20 Hours per week, Monday Friday 2pm 6pm, Term Time Only. £12.15 - £13.14 per hour Depending on Experience / Skills Full Driving Licence is required. Life assurance, Health Cash back plan, pension, and perk box scheme. Car lease scheme, bike to work scheme. Free parking on site. Full training & continued support. Employer We are recruiting on behalf of a Specialist Education School for Children & Younger Adults with Autism. They have an impressive network of schools, colleges, and residential homes where they believe that every young person deserves to develop their abilities and create a positive future. Duties As their Maintenance Assistant / Operative you will assist in the overall maintenance of the school including the building itself and the grounds. You will be joining a fabulously friendly team. Your role will have a strong emphasis on Health & Safety and ensuring H&S measures are in place throughout the grounds and facilities. You will always ensure our buildings are fit for purpose for the Young People we support. Duties include (But are not limited to) General Site Maintenance and repairs as well as planned maintenance projects. Inspections, upkeep, and maintenance of all areas including buildings and outside areas. Keeping accurate records. Comply with regulations, policies, and procedures. Report damage, defects, and malfunctions to the School Manager. Promote and maximise security on site. You will work with the central estates department, supporting the development of the services through site expansion projects and integrating new/developed buildings. Requirements General maintenance experience, basic skills related to joinery and plumbing. Good record keeping & reporting skills. Excellent knowledge of Health & Safety Regulations. Knowledge of good working trade practices. Understanding of hot and cold-water systems. Apply If you are interested in applying please ensure you meet the above Criteria. Once you have applied one of our team will contact you and answer any questions you may have and tell you more about this fantastic opportunity.
Job Title: Deputy Manager Location : Reading Salary: £32,708 to £36,556 per year Job Type: Permanent, Full Time About Us: At Positive Footsteps we aim to create a safe and nurturing environment; enabling children and young people to recover from past trauma and grow to achieve their full potential. We provide an outstanding quality of care for a child/ young person or sibling group, who, for whatever reason, are unable to live with their own families. About The Role: We are looking for an exceptional individual to join our Management team as the Deputy Manager of our 4-bed home in Reading. We support young people in care with emotional, behavioural difficulties. Applicants Should Have: A genuine commitment to engaging with children who have challenging behaviour and complex history The ability to create positive relationships with the children, meeting their needs and safeguarding them at all times An understanding of Safeguarding legislation and Children's homes regulations 2015 The ability to support the management of a diverse staff team, role modelling and developing them to reach their potential An interest in supporting the development of the organisation and engaging others in working collaboratively Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with parents, carers and professionals Commitment to engaging in continuing professional development Ability to react calmly in stressful situations Self-motivated with the ability to manage a busy workload with oversight from a Registered Manager Empathy and understanding, ensuring the children's views and wishes are heard and communicated The ability to be a good role model High personal and professional standards Flexibility when needed to cover unsocial hours, shifts at short notice, and participate in on call rota Excellent verbal and written communication skills A willingness to arrange and engage in Social Activities and holidays, our children ask for adults who can have 'fun' We are looking for someone with: NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People Workforce (Essential) Experience of working in a supervisory capacity Experience of working with young people that have social, emotional and/or behavioural difficulties (Desirable) Up to date and in-depth knowledge of Children's homes regulations 2015 Ability to work with web-based information systems and good IT skills Full, clean UK Driving Licence (Preferred) A full list of responsibilities will be shared at point of interest. Benefits Include: Entitlement to 28 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays) Progressive pay scale Referral programme Employee Assistance Programme Paid Training, including additional training to support progression Enrolment into the NEST Pension scheme Staff incentives, achievement awards Access to hundreds of discounts and benefits through the high street and online Working hours will include evenings, weekends, and bank holidays. Sleep in rate: £50 per night. Average of 1 sleep in a week. All candidates will be subject to Safer Recruitment and DBS checks. Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Social Worker, Support Worker, Enabler, Carer, Care Management, Care Support Worker, Support Coordinator, Support Manager, Care Coordinator, Social Worker, Guidance Councillor, Young Persons Advisor, Youth Worker, Youth Support, Support Assistant, Mental Health Support, Support, Residential Care Worker, Care Assistant, Recovery Social Worker, Recovery Support Worker, Care Worker, Senior Support Assistant, Care Helper, Healthcare Assistant, Residential Care Support, Social Care, Customer Service Team Leader, Customer Manager, Deputy House Manager and Deputy Business Manager may also be considered for this role.
May 02, 2024
Full time
Job Title: Deputy Manager Location : Reading Salary: £32,708 to £36,556 per year Job Type: Permanent, Full Time About Us: At Positive Footsteps we aim to create a safe and nurturing environment; enabling children and young people to recover from past trauma and grow to achieve their full potential. We provide an outstanding quality of care for a child/ young person or sibling group, who, for whatever reason, are unable to live with their own families. About The Role: We are looking for an exceptional individual to join our Management team as the Deputy Manager of our 4-bed home in Reading. We support young people in care with emotional, behavioural difficulties. Applicants Should Have: A genuine commitment to engaging with children who have challenging behaviour and complex history The ability to create positive relationships with the children, meeting their needs and safeguarding them at all times An understanding of Safeguarding legislation and Children's homes regulations 2015 The ability to support the management of a diverse staff team, role modelling and developing them to reach their potential An interest in supporting the development of the organisation and engaging others in working collaboratively Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with parents, carers and professionals Commitment to engaging in continuing professional development Ability to react calmly in stressful situations Self-motivated with the ability to manage a busy workload with oversight from a Registered Manager Empathy and understanding, ensuring the children's views and wishes are heard and communicated The ability to be a good role model High personal and professional standards Flexibility when needed to cover unsocial hours, shifts at short notice, and participate in on call rota Excellent verbal and written communication skills A willingness to arrange and engage in Social Activities and holidays, our children ask for adults who can have 'fun' We are looking for someone with: NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People Workforce (Essential) Experience of working in a supervisory capacity Experience of working with young people that have social, emotional and/or behavioural difficulties (Desirable) Up to date and in-depth knowledge of Children's homes regulations 2015 Ability to work with web-based information systems and good IT skills Full, clean UK Driving Licence (Preferred) A full list of responsibilities will be shared at point of interest. Benefits Include: Entitlement to 28 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays) Progressive pay scale Referral programme Employee Assistance Programme Paid Training, including additional training to support progression Enrolment into the NEST Pension scheme Staff incentives, achievement awards Access to hundreds of discounts and benefits through the high street and online Working hours will include evenings, weekends, and bank holidays. Sleep in rate: £50 per night. Average of 1 sleep in a week. All candidates will be subject to Safer Recruitment and DBS checks. Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Social Worker, Support Worker, Enabler, Carer, Care Management, Care Support Worker, Support Coordinator, Support Manager, Care Coordinator, Social Worker, Guidance Councillor, Young Persons Advisor, Youth Worker, Youth Support, Support Assistant, Mental Health Support, Support, Residential Care Worker, Care Assistant, Recovery Social Worker, Recovery Support Worker, Care Worker, Senior Support Assistant, Care Helper, Healthcare Assistant, Residential Care Support, Social Care, Customer Service Team Leader, Customer Manager, Deputy House Manager and Deputy Business Manager may also be considered for this role.
Project Support Assistant Contract: Permanent Salary: £23,500 - £23,893 per annum (Grade 3) Hours: Full Time - 37 Hours per week (Flexi Time) Work Pattern: Monday - Friday Location: Agile - Headquarters (Sheffield) and homeworking An opportunity has arisen within this Fire Service's Governance, Projects and Collaboration Team for a Project Support Assistant based at their Central Headquarters on Eyre Street, Sheffield. The team are currently working to an Agile Working rota, with some days in the office and some working from home. As a Project Support Assistant, you will: Assist Project Managers with the preparation of their project documentation. Monitor the progress of projects and initiatives, including the collation of progress reports from Project Managers and the preparation of regular programme updates to senior management and Fire and Rescue Authority Members. Liaise with Project Managers to identify any issues and problems associated with projects and prompt the preparation of exception reports and other relevant updates. Provide advice and guidance to Project Managers on all aspects of the organisation's project management methodology. You will have previous experience of all aspects of administration work and the provision of a support service, with proven experience of working in an accurate efficient manner to tight deadlines. You must possess the interpersonal skills to work with staff across the Service, as well have the ability to plan, prioritise and organise to deadlines. You will need to be confident to work with others in the team to support good project management. Closing date for applications is 17:00 Hours on Friday 10 May 2024. Interviews are proposed for week commencing Monday 20 May 2024. APPLICATION PROCESS: To find out more information, please click the apply button. You will be taken to a simple CHM Recruit form and then redirected to complete your application for this position. New starters will commence on the bottom of the salary grade and will receive increases to the top of the grade on an incremental basis. The employer offers 28 days annual leave (pro-rata) plus Bank Holidays. Annual leave increases after 5 years' service to 32 days, followed by an extra day a year up to a maximum of 37 days. This employer also operates a generous flexi time attendance scheme. Other benefits include; a cycle 2 work scheme, a free on site gym, enhanced maternity and paternity schemes and the opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme. All applications will be given equal consideration and this employer particularly welcomes applications from individuals from ethnic minority backgrounds, women, those who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, or Other (LGBT+) or are disabled as these groups are currently underrepresented within our client's workforce. This employer also offers a guaranteed interview scheme in relation to disability. Applications from job share candidates will be considered and all applications will be given equal consideration. Please note the appointment is subject to successful pre-employment screening i.e. asylum and immigration check, references, medical screening, substance misuse testing and Disclosure Scotland Criminal Records Check or Enhanced DBS check (formerly CRB) if applicable. Our client's recruitment and selection procedures reflect their commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People. All staff are expected to share this commitment. No agencies please.
May 01, 2024
Full time
Project Support Assistant Contract: Permanent Salary: £23,500 - £23,893 per annum (Grade 3) Hours: Full Time - 37 Hours per week (Flexi Time) Work Pattern: Monday - Friday Location: Agile - Headquarters (Sheffield) and homeworking An opportunity has arisen within this Fire Service's Governance, Projects and Collaboration Team for a Project Support Assistant based at their Central Headquarters on Eyre Street, Sheffield. The team are currently working to an Agile Working rota, with some days in the office and some working from home. As a Project Support Assistant, you will: Assist Project Managers with the preparation of their project documentation. Monitor the progress of projects and initiatives, including the collation of progress reports from Project Managers and the preparation of regular programme updates to senior management and Fire and Rescue Authority Members. Liaise with Project Managers to identify any issues and problems associated with projects and prompt the preparation of exception reports and other relevant updates. Provide advice and guidance to Project Managers on all aspects of the organisation's project management methodology. You will have previous experience of all aspects of administration work and the provision of a support service, with proven experience of working in an accurate efficient manner to tight deadlines. You must possess the interpersonal skills to work with staff across the Service, as well have the ability to plan, prioritise and organise to deadlines. You will need to be confident to work with others in the team to support good project management. Closing date for applications is 17:00 Hours on Friday 10 May 2024. Interviews are proposed for week commencing Monday 20 May 2024. APPLICATION PROCESS: To find out more information, please click the apply button. You will be taken to a simple CHM Recruit form and then redirected to complete your application for this position. New starters will commence on the bottom of the salary grade and will receive increases to the top of the grade on an incremental basis. The employer offers 28 days annual leave (pro-rata) plus Bank Holidays. Annual leave increases after 5 years' service to 32 days, followed by an extra day a year up to a maximum of 37 days. This employer also operates a generous flexi time attendance scheme. Other benefits include; a cycle 2 work scheme, a free on site gym, enhanced maternity and paternity schemes and the opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme. All applications will be given equal consideration and this employer particularly welcomes applications from individuals from ethnic minority backgrounds, women, those who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, or Other (LGBT+) or are disabled as these groups are currently underrepresented within our client's workforce. This employer also offers a guaranteed interview scheme in relation to disability. Applications from job share candidates will be considered and all applications will be given equal consideration. Please note the appointment is subject to successful pre-employment screening i.e. asylum and immigration check, references, medical screening, substance misuse testing and Disclosure Scotland Criminal Records Check or Enhanced DBS check (formerly CRB) if applicable. Our client's recruitment and selection procedures reflect their commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People. All staff are expected to share this commitment. No agencies please.