Training Qualifications UK - Leadership and Management End-Point Assessor
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Job Description
Permanent Full-time
Location: Remote / Nationwide coverage
Reports to: Learning, Development and Management Lead End-Point Assessment Lead
Salary: £28,000 - £32,000
Line management responsibilities: No
Closing date: 06/02/2026
**Application Instructions:
Please apply directly to Training Qualifications UK – Leadership and Management End-Point Assessor
Applications submitted to AQA will be referred back to the sender**
For any queries relating to this role, please contact the Training Qualifications UK directly on the following email address: recruitment@tquk.org
Overview
Training Qualifications UK is the fastest-growing Awarding Organisation in the UK, and a market leading End-Point Assessment Organisation. We work with over 500 schools, colleges, universities, and training providers across the world to provide qualification certificates, endorsements, and apprenticeships to over 150,000 learners.
What’s the secret to our success? Simply put, we do things differently here!
The role of an Apprenticeship End-Point Assessor is to provide independent, fair, reliable and consistent assessment services to Training Qualifications UK customers working with Apprenticeship Standards. End-Point Assessors are required to use assessment experience with robust and relevant industry knowledge to form judgements and grading decisions upon the completion of a variety of assessment activities, which test the apprentices’ occupational competency.
This role requires someone who is flexible in their approach to all tasks, with the independence to travel as and when the business requires. It also requires someone with exceptional assessment abilities coupled with the ability to act with integrity and impartiality. The successful post holder will not only be responsible for delivering an agreed caseload of End-Point Assessments, but will also undertake internal quality assurance based tasks and support with the delivery of training and support to external customers. The sector’s that fall within this role to be assessed are:
- Operations Departmental Manager and Operations Manager Level 5
- Team Leader / Supervisor Level 3; and With, (if qualification and experience are sufficient).
- Senior Leader Level 7
- Associate Project Manager Level 4
Key Responsibilities
- Manage assigned caseload to ensure all stages of the End-Point Assessment journey are completed timely and to the expected standard
- Deliver outstanding End-Point Assessment services to assigned Apprentices and Employers
- Undertake End-Point Assessment activities with integrity and impartiality to offer a fair, reliable, unbiased, and consistent assessment experience for all Apprentices and Employers
- Produce accurate, appropriate, and well-informed assessment feedback/written reports to validate assessment decisions using the correct and as required regulatory paperwork and appropriate systems
- Maintain an excellent working knowledge of Apprenticeship Standards and Assessment Plans relevant to the sector areas as listed above
- Engage with internal quality assurance processes, undertaking the role as internal quality assurer as required
- Actively participate in, and as required lead moderation, standardisation and development activities and meetings as required
- As necessary support the development and delivery of training of freelance associate End-Point Assessors, and other external customers to aid a successful End-Point Assessment experience for all Apprentices
- Be responsible for maintaining your own on-...
Team Leader - St Agnes
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Job Introduction
Seeking a Team Leader in St Agnes
Looking for a new development opportunity?
Your skills and experience working in care could be a great match for our Team Leader role. You will be a great role model, providing excellent support; inspire, motivate and enable others to achieve their goals. You will be resilient, calm and confident in approach.
Delivering excellent quality and outcomes for the people we support is at the heart of everything we do, and you’ll be instrumental in ensuring our high standards are met.
With the support of the registered manager you will offer support, advice and guidance to your team and coach them to develop new skills, providing regular supervision and effectively deploying resources.
The support we provide is centred around each person’s values, preferences and needs. This includes developing daily living skills, accessing a wider community, personal care and medication needs. In this role you’ll also lead and support a team of support workers.
Full and part-time opportunities available
A full UK manual driving licence required.
Benefits
- Sleep-ins paid at £60 extra (basic salary £30996 to £32869 pro rata)
- On-going training and career development including professional qualifications
- Contributory pension
- We cover the cost of DBS checks
- Rota's are planned in advance.
- Access to Wagestream where you can track your basic salary and additional hours earnings throughout the month and stream (access) a portion of those earnings before your monthly pay date. You can also access a range of financial support and advice, as well as save directly from your earnings.
- Shopping discounts including Blue Light card, EE perks and Costco membership
- Successfully 'recommend a friend' to join us and you'll receive a thank-you payment
- Access to wellbeing helplines.
- Health Cash Plan
You will:
- Be a confident problem solver and creative thinker with good communication skills
- Resilience to overcome challenges
- Experience working with people with a learning disability
- Experience developing skills within a team
- Previous management experience is desirable
- Relevant social care qualification
- A management qualification would be desirable.
Your responsibilities:
- To empower the people we support to live the lives they want to lead
- Provide great leadership and day-to-day supervision to a team of support workers.
- Assist the locality manager in the supervision, coaching and mentoring of the team.
- Provide direct care and support to the people we support and model best practice.
- Co-ordinate the daily provision of support and activities for people we support to ensure the delivery of a high quality, responsive and efficient service.
- You’ll have finances and other resources to manage, along with legal requirements and standards of care to meet.
Brandon Trust work alongside people of different ability so they are able to create opportunity and feel empowered to live the life they want.
All team leaders work flexible shifts to provide a 24/7 service. Successful applicants for this role will require an enhanced DBS check.
We are an Equal Opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all sections of the community.
Workday Data Lead (Outside IR35)
We are looking for a Workday Data Lead (6 month Outside IR35 contract) to join Benefact Group in our Gloucester office.
Working hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Duration: 6 month day rate contract (Outside IR35)
Location: Gloucester
About the role
Benefact Group are looking for a Workday Data Lead contractor (Outside IR35) for a 6 month contract in our Gloucester office.
Description of services:
Linked to a migration workstream, the Workday Data Lead is responsible for planning, coordinating, designing, building, and executing all data conversion activities and data integrations required for the successful implementation of the Workday Finance ERP solution.
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Lead the Workday data conversion lifecycle, including planning, governance, risk management, and coordination across all cycles
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Design, build, and maintain automated data extraction, transformation, and loading processes using SQL, ETL tools, and Workday integrations (EIB, APIs)
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Oversee source‑to‑Workday data mapping, ensuring accurate, repeatable extraction and compliance with Workday formatting and sequencing requirements
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Drive data quality, validation, issue resolution, and continuous improvement across all conversion activities
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Acts as the central liaison for data conversion, collaborating with technical, functional, and testing teams, and managing final cutover readiness for go‑live
About us
Benefact Group is a unique international financial services Group made up of over 30 businesses. We are owned by a charity and have been the 3rd largest UK corporate donor over a decade*, having given away £250 million since 2014. We have ambitious plans to become the UK’s number one corporate donor, with strategic objectives in place to double the Group’s size.
We believe it’s essential to attract, empower, grow and reward talented people, offering fantastic opportunities for career and personal development. Our giving ethos, 135-year history and the diversity of what we do, has enabled us to build a culture of kindness, great ambition, and of passionate people driven to do better and be better.
At Benefact Group, we are committed to creating an inclusive culture and building an environment where each and every one of us feels valued and respected. We are a community made up of people with a range of different backgrounds, abilities, perspectives, beliefs and interests and we value the strength this brings to us as a Group. We welcome applications from everyone.
If you need any additional support during the recruitment process, then please let us know.
*Directory of Social Change’s UK Guides to Company Giving 2017-26
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- Benefact Group
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- Data and Analytics
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- Gloucester
- Remote status
- Hybrid
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- Contractor
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Overview
David Lock Associates is recruiting a Senior or Associate level Masterplanner with a strong portfolio in masterplanning urban extensions and greenfield sites. The successful candidate will join our committed team based in the City of Milton Keynes and work in multidisciplinary teams to produce imaginative, compelling and deliverable masterplans for landowners, developers and the public sector. At DLA you will work alongside and learn from creative designers, town planners and communications experts with extensive industry practice and knowledge. Our approach is collaborative, ambitious and innovative, and we aim to create great places where new communities can thrive.
You will be able to deliver imaginative concept work for vision documents and site appraisals to support land promotion, as well as contributing to the preparation of illustrative masterplans, parameter plans and Design & Access Statements to support outline planning applications. You should have a good level of insight and understanding of how masterplanning integrates with town planning to secure high quality planning permissions, and how design inputs evolve between the outline and reserved matters stages. Experience in design coding would be a distinct advantage. You should be confident in expressing and presenting your work to a range of audiences – from colleagues and clients to local authorities and stakeholders.
DLA is fortunate to have an enviable client list, but we actively tender for new work, and you should be able to demonstrate success in this area, having contributed to winning bids.
We are particularly keen to hear from those with a background in landscape architecture who have worked at a strategic scale. For the successful candidate there is real potential to make your mark at DLA on nationally significant projects, alongside clear career progression.
About David Lock Associates Ltd
David Lock Associates is wholly owned by an Employee Benefit Trust on behalf of all our employees and has no external shareholders. As an independent business we make all our decisions, with the benefit of our team and practice in mind. We allocate a percentage of our profits to charitable causes and have always invested time and energy into our local community and good causes. We are an inclusive organisation and accommodate a wide range of flexible working arrangements. We also host company-wide study trips which are often abroad, annual away days, and an array of social, cultural and sporting activities. We work hard to be a happy collective.
We share our success with the people who create it. We offer very competitive packages, including performance related bonuses, long service leave on top of annual holiday allowance, an excellent contributory pension scheme, medical insurance scheme, group life insurance, a cycle to work scheme and more.
How to apply
Applicants should submit a CV which should include your technical skills, and a portfolio in pdf format which makes clear the scale and broad location of the projects and your own outputs.
Please also send a covering letter explaining why you are particularly suited to a position with us, with information about your current salary, to Roz Collier: rcollier@davidlock.com
The closing date for applications is 9th February 2026.
No recruitment agencies please – we want to hear from you.
People and Development Manager - Maternity Cover
Exciting 12-month maternity cover for a dynamic People & Development Manager to lead HR ops, elevate culture and EDI, drive smart recruitment, and empower our people team.
We usually respond within a month
Job Title: People & Development Manager - Maternity Cover
Reporting to: Director of Corporate Services
Location: 12 Bloomsbury Square, Holborn, London (Hybrid – 2 days per week in the office)
Company Overview:
Ciarb is a professional membership body. We support our members through advocacy, professional standards, training, and guidance. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of governance, compliance, and integrity in all that we do.
Position Overview:
The People & Development Manager leads the operational delivery of the People function, ensuring effective people processes, high-quality advisory support and strong recruitment oversight. The role provides line management to the People & Recruitment Advisor and partners with managers across Ciarb on organisational development, workforce planning, engagement and culture initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
Operational People Leadership
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Oversee delivery of all people operations including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, L&D coordination, payroll workflows and benefits administration.
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Provide expert advice on complex employee relations matters, ensuring risk-managed and people-centred outcomes.
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Manage and develop the People & Recruitment Advisor, offering coaching and clear direction.
Recruitment & Workforce Planning
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Lead on workforce planning discussions, ensuring recruitment aligns with organisational needs and budgets.
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Enhance recruitment processes, employer brand, and candidate experience.
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Ensure ATS processes are structured, efficient and data-rich.
Culture, EDI & Engagement
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Support initiatives to strengthen organisational culture, wellbeing and staff engagement.
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Oversee delivery of EDI actions and track progress.
Policy, Compliance & People Governance
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Maintain, review and update people policies and procedures.
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Ensure compliance with employment law, GDPR and best practice.
Learning, Development & Organisational Growth
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Support development of leadership capability and learning programmes.
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Identify skills gaps and recommend appropriate development interventions.
People Insights & Reporting
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Produce people data reports and metrics, providing insights to leadership.
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Support annual workforce planning and reward processes.
People Projects & Change Initiatives
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Lead or support projects focused on wellbeing, systems improvements, culture and organisational development.
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CIPD Level 5 or Level 7 (or working towards) or equivalent experience.
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Demonstrated experience managing or coaching HR team members.
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Proven expertise handling complex employee relations cases.
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Experience improving people processes, policies, culture and engagement.
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Strong relationship-building, influencing and communication skills.
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Data-driven approach with ability to provide meaningful people insights.
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What's in it for you?
Contract: FTC 12 months
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Business Development Executive
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Sales
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Entry-level
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Excellent salary + benefits
Help grow IGD’s impact by opening new conversations with the food industry’s most influential businesses.
We’re looking for an ambitious, proactive communicator to join our Business Development team and help IGD continue its mission to inspire change and drive growth in the food and consumer goods industry. You’ll play a key role in supporting our growth strategy by generating new business opportunities across IGD’s portfolio of insight and thought leadership services.
If you’re hungry to learn, excited by the idea of working in a mission-led organisation, and love making connections – this is a great opportunity to develop your B2B sales career.
The role
IGD is the trusted partner to the food and consumer goods industry – providing expert insight, data and foresight that helps our clients thrive, and delivering social impact that drives change across the food system.
With over 400 global subscribers and growing, our insight platform supports some of the biggest names in FMCG and retail. You’ll be helping new clients understand how our work can support their commercial priorities – and help them join the IGD community.
What you’ll be doing
- Generate leads and book discovery calls: Identify new prospects through research, LinkedIn, events and other channels
- Outreach and engagement: Run personalised, multi-channel outreach (email, LinkedIn, phone) to start meaningful conversations and book meetings for the business development team
- Qualify leads: Understand business challenges and assess if they’re a good fit for IGD’s services
- Support pipeline growth: Work closely with senior team members to support sales activity and help build strong pipelines
- CRM upkeep: Maintain accurate records of activity and client data in our CRM (we use Salesforce)
- Learn the IGD proposition: Build your knowledge of how IGD delivers value – so you can confidently talk about it with prospective clients
What we’re looking for
- Experience in a B2B sales, lead generation or outreach role – or strong transferable skills from another customer-facing role
- A proactive and curious mindset – you enjoy researching, asking questions and learning fast
- Great written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to approach new contacts
- A structured, organised approach to managing your time and priorities
- An interest in the food, grocery or FMCG industries is a bonus – but not essential
- Hungry & Proactive, Creative approach to opening doors with key new business targets
What you’ll get
- Structured training and ongoing support to help you grow into a more senior sales or account role
- A collaborative team environment where your input is welcomed
- A chance to work with a unique organisation that combines commercial impact with a strong social purpose
The rewards
We offer a range of benefits, including a market leading pension, a bonus scheme, the ability to buy and sell annual leave plus a generous medical insurance package. You will have a great work-life balance, where you are empowered & trusted to manage your time
The location
We are operating a hybrid approach to working with a mix of home and office-based working. We are based in a very accessible location within the M25, just 20 miles from central London
Our behaviours
We're hungry for better
We solve it together
We make it happen
We say what needs to be said
More about our people
We’re looking for inspiring professionals; talented people who seek personal and career growth and are ambitious to develop their potential and unlock opportunities for society, for our customers and themselves.
We seek and attract the very best people and create an environment that supports and includes them. We aim to encourage a culture where people can be themselves and be valued for their contribution. We therefore welcome applications from diverse candidates. This includes people with disabilities, so please discuss any adjustments that you may require throughout the selection and assessment process.
More about IGD
At IGD (Institute of Grocery Distribution), we serve as a unique, impartial force for good, driven by our charitable status and co...
HR Business Partner
In the Crick's People Partnering Team.
Part of Crick Operations.
Key information
HR Business Partner
Reports to: People Partnering Manager
This is a full-time, permanent position on Crick terms and conditions of employment.
About us
The Francis Crick Institute is Europe’s largest biomedical research institute under one roof. Our world-class scientists and staff collaborate on vital research to help prevent, diagnose and treat illnesses such as cancer, heart disease, infectious diseases and neurodegenerative conditions.
The Crick is a place for collaboration, innovation and exploration across many disciplines. A space where the brightest minds can pursue big and bold ideas and discover answers to crucial scientific questions. We support them in a dynamic environment which fosters excellence with state-of-the-art infrastructure, cutting-edge facilities, and a creative and curious culture. We’ve removed traditional boundaries of departments, divisions and disciplines and instead have an open approach that supports every researcher. This gives us the freedom to take risks and carry out high-quality, pioneering research. Creating a space for discovery without boundaries helps us to turn our science into benefits for human health and the economy.
About the role
The Crick has an opportunity for an experienced People Partner to join a fast-paced and supportive HR team. The Crick is a biomedical research institute with a vibrant modern home, bringing together more than 2000 staff and students to make discoveries about how life works.
We are now looking for a People Partner to join us and work closely with leaders across both science and ops team. As a People Partner with a strategic mindset, you will have the opportunity to influence, support and drive key initiatives that ensure the Crick continues to be an exceptional place to work. Your insight and guidance will support our leaders, strengthen our culture and enhance the overall employee experience.
We are seeking an experienced People Partner who brings both depth of experience and a collaborative approach, and who demonstrates a clear alignment with our core values of being Bold, Open and Collegial.
If you are motivated by the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a world-class organisation, we would love to hear from you.
What you will be doing:
These include but are not limited to:
- Build strong credible relationships with senior leaders across science and operations
- Act as a performance coach and sounding board to senior managers
- Work with our Centres of Excellence to drive people strategies and support the delivery of projects across the Crick
- Use extensive knowledge of customer groups to support communication and implementation of Crick wide initiatives
- Provide leadership and management to the People Advisors with a focus on continuous development that supports a cross-team way of working
- Provide data analytics and meaningful insights to Directors/leads to support their people and delivery of initiatives
See the full job description here.
About you
You will have:
- Extensive experience of working as an HR generalist at People Partner level *
- Experience of partnering with Centres of Excellence with a proven track record of delivering initiatives such as talent, succession planning, engagement etc *
- A solid knowledge of good HR practice/employment law and experience of brokering its translation into innovative and effective practical solutions in a large complex organization *
- Highly pragmatic, flexible and adaptable with an ability to tailor approach to meet contrasting needs and demands
- The ability to draw insights from data and apply solutions to drive change for both individual departments and across the Institute
- Good interpersonal skills, including political awareness and emotional intelligence, enabling the post holder to influence and deliver at all levels and to work effectively as part of a team*
Minimum criteria *
About Working at the Crick
Our values
Everyone who works at the C...
HR Business Partner
In the Crick's People Partnering Team.
Part of Crick Operations.
Key information
HR Business Partner
Reports to: People Partnering Manager
This is a full-time, permanent position on Crick terms and conditions of employment.
About us
The Francis Crick Institute is Europe’s largest biomedical research institute under one roof. Our world-class scientists and staff collaborate on vital research to help prevent, diagnose and treat illnesses such as cancer, heart disease, infectious diseases and neurodegenerative conditions.
The Crick is a place for collaboration, innovation and exploration across many disciplines. A space where the brightest minds can pursue big and bold ideas and discover answers to crucial scientific questions. We support them in a dynamic environment which fosters excellence with state-of-the-art infrastructure, cutting-edge facilities, and a creative and curious culture. We’ve removed traditional boundaries of departments, divisions and disciplines and instead have an open approach that supports every researcher. This gives us the freedom to take risks and carry out high-quality, pioneering research. Creating a space for discovery without boundaries helps us to turn our science into benefits for human health and the economy.
About the role
The Crick has an opportunity for an experienced People Partner to join a fast-paced and supportive HR team. The Crick is a biomedical research institute with a vibrant modern home, bringing together more than 2000 staff and students to make discoveries about how life works.
We are now looking for a People Partner to join us and work closely with leaders across both science and ops team. As a People Partner with a strategic mindset, you will have the opportunity to influence, support and drive key initiatives that ensure the Crick continues to be an exceptional place to work. Your insight and guidance will support our leaders, strengthen our culture and enhance the overall employee experience.
We are seeking an experienced People Partner who brings both depth of experience and a collaborative approach, and who demonstrates a clear alignment with our core values of being Bold, Open and Collegial.
If you are motivated by the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a world-class organisation, we would love to hear from you.
What you will be doing:
These include but are not limited to:
- Build strong credible relationships with senior leaders across science and operations
- Act as a performance coach and sounding board to senior managers
- Work with our Centres of Excellence to drive people strategies and support the delivery of projects across the Crick
- Use extensive knowledge of customer groups to support communication and implementation of Crick wide initiatives
- Provide leadership and management to the People Advisors with a focus on continuous development that supports a cross-team way of working
- Provide data analytics and meaningful insights to Directors/leads to support their people and delivery of initiatives
See the full job description here.
About you
You will have:
- Extensive experience of working as an HR generalist at People Partner level *
- Experience of partnering with Centres of Excellence with a proven track record of delivering initiatives such as talent, succession planning, engagement etc *
- A solid knowledge of good HR practice/employment law and experience of brokering its translation into innovative and effective practical solutions in a large complex organization *
- Highly pragmatic, flexible and adaptable with an ability to tailor approach to meet contrasting needs and demands
- The ability to draw insights from data and apply solutions to drive change for both individual departments and across the Institute
- Good interpersonal skills, including political awareness and emotional intelligence, enabling the post holder to influence and deliver at all levels and to work effectively as part of a team*
Minimum criteria *
About Working at the Crick
Our values
Everyone who works at the C...
Festival Assistant Job Title: Festival Assistant Reports to: Festival Director & Chief Executive Location: Canterbury Festival Office (CT1 2JA) (flexible/hybrid working arrangements are available by mutual agreement) Contract: Permanent, full-time with additional hours during the pre-/post-October Festival period Salary: £24,000–£25,000 per annum, dependent on experience Application deadline: Monday 2nd February 2026 at 9am About Canterbury Festival Canterbury Festival is Kent’s leading arts festival, presenting a diverse programme of 120+ events every October featuring music, theatre, literature, talks, comedy and community events, as well as several weekenders and one-off events throughout the year. We also run an active year-round Public Engagement programme of workshops, interactive artworks, school projects, choirs, youth music and community showcases, giving over 12,000 people opportunities to discover and engage with the arts in 2025. Role Overview The Festival Assistant provides all-round support across Canterbury Festival’s operations. Combining administrative, programming, production, marketing, public engagement and front-of-house responsibilities, the Festival Assistant plays an essential role supporting the planning and delivery of the Festival and associated year-round activity. With responsibilities ranging from programming administration, artist liaison, event management, box office and marketing support to general office administration and volunteer co-ordination, the Festival Assistant provides practical, organised and reliable assistance to ensure the smooth curation and co-ordination of events and the Festival office. The role is varied, hands-on and well suited to someone with a passion for the arts looking to build experience in arts administration and festival planning and delivery within a busy, close-knit cultural organisation. Festival House, 8 Orange Street, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2JA General Enquiries 01227 452853 Website: www.canterburyfestival.co.uk E-mail: info@canterburyfestival.co.uk Registered on England No. 1480595. Registered Charity No. 279714. Canterbury Festival it the trading name of Canterbury Theatre and Festival Trust, a company limited by guarantee. Registered Office: Festival House, 8 Orange Street, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2JA. VAT No. GB 397 8105 11 Key Responsibilities Programming & Artist Administration - Provide administrative support to the programming team, maintaining accurate records, schedules and artist information. - Act as a point of contact for artists, speakers, companies and agents, assisting with - communication, coordination and information gathering. Support contracting processes, including issuing paperwork, tracking returns and maintaining databases. - Assist with artist logistics such as travel, accommodation, schedules, riders and hospitality requirements. Production & Event Support - Support the planning and delivery of Festival events and year‑round activities across multiple venues (including Public Engagement programmes and projects). - Assist with event logistics including schedules, stewarding requirements, artist arrivals and - technical coordination. Provide on‑the‑ground support during events, including front‑of‑house duties, steward briefing, ticket checking/sales and venue set-ups and clear‑downs. Liaise with venue staff, technicians, artists and volunteers both before and during events. - - Assist with arranging sound checks, artist transport, refreshments and introducing events where required. Marketing & Communications Support - Assist with gathering copy and images for marketing materials, newsletters and website updates. - Support brochure and newsletter distribution, including volunteer coordination and mailing preparation. Support the Marketing Manager in the promotion of and preparation for Festival events as required e.g. drafting social media posts, designing digital assets & on-site signage. - - Build and set-up events in the Box Office system as part of the on-sale process. Staff the reception and box office, responding to in‑person, telephone and email enquiries. Process ticket sales, exchanges and refunds using the Festival’s ticketing system. Box Office & Customer Service - - - Assist with box office operations at Festival events and third‑party events. - Monitor voicemail messages and info emails, ensure timely responses. - Support Festival Friend management including acting as a point of contact, updating members’ records, claiming Gift Aid, managing subscription enquiries, supporting campaigns to drive new subscribers and organising Friends exclusive events. Festival House, 8 Orange Street, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2JA General Enquiries 01227 452853 Website: www.canterburyfestival.co.uk E-mail: info@canterburyfestival.co.uk Registered on England No. 1480595. Registered Charity No. 279714. Canterbury Festival it the trading name of Canterbury Theatre and Festival ...
Crop Genebank Head of Service
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a crop genebank Head of Service to join the Crop Genetics Department at the John Innes Centre.
About the GRU Team
The Germplasm Resources National Bioscience Research Infrastructure (GR-NBRI, also known as the Germplasm Resources Unit, GRU) at the John Innes Centre houses biological seed collections. The GR-NBRI aims to capture the broadest possible diversity of the gene pool of the UK’s major strategic crops and their crop wild relatives, thereby supporting plant science and crop improvement through breeding. We focus on wheat, pea, barley and oat germplasm. The collections include crop wild relatives, traditional landraces, adapted and elite cultivars, derived lines, mapping populations, and induced (mutagenized) diversity panels. The seeds are stored in a specialised cool-dry chamber to extend their shelf life and are regenerated according to a 20–30-year cycle plan. The germplasm-associated data is catalogued in an in-house-tailored management system and public database (SeedStor). You can read more about the research here.
The role
The Head of Service is the first point of contact for both external and internal users of the seed collections. They triage seed requests submitted through the team’s bespoke public database and direct each request to the appropriate team member. They also provide guidance on the most suitable germplasm choices to maximise efficient use of the public collections, enhance output delivery, and ensure cost-effectiveness.
The post holder manages seed import and export to support smooth genebank operations and enables JIC scientists to exchange seed with international collaborators. This includes liaising with users to secure correct documentation and coordinating with the Animal and Plant Health Agency to obtain phytosanitary certificates, plant passports, and other required permits for a diverse international user base (the GRU supports users in 52 countries, including plant scientists, breeders, educators, and farmers).
They will oversee GRU cost-recovery charges, maintain service documentation and records through internal management systems, and supervise the curation of germplasm-associated data, including legacy and newly generated datasets.
The role requires an innovative leader who delivers high-quality service while driving continuous improvement in seed conservation, distribution, and use. Priorities include implementing molecular barcoding for quality control and assurance, improving user training through clear guidance and short videos, increasing efficiency via standardised templates and automated communications, strengthening or developing SOPs, and enhancing the use of phenotypic and genetic/genomic data to support informed germplasm selection.
As a member of the GRU, the Head of Service is encouraged to plan, conduct, and publish applied research that improves service delivery, either directly or by supervising MSc or BSc (Year in Industry) projects. They will also promote the service at meetings, field demonstrations, and GRU visits for diverse user communities.
The ideal candidate
The candidate should have a PhD in crop sciences or in closely related fields or alternatively have significant experience in crop gene-banking/ seed production industry in a senior position.
Genebanking requires a broad set of skills and expertise and it is not expected that the candidate will master all the necessary aspects of seed conservation and germplasm utilisation when they join the team. Training will be provided to close necessary gaps and for continuous personal development.
However, experience or profound understanding of some of the following will be advantageous: Crop seed production, seed longevity, plant pathology, crop genetics, genomics and field phenotyping. Experience in working with biosciences data and operating a database resource is also desired.
Additional information
For further information and details of how to apply please click here, or contact the Human Resources team on 01603 450814 or nbi.recruitment@nbi.ac.uk quoting reference 1005017.
This role meets the criteria for a visa application, and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Please contact the Human Resources Team if you have any questions regarding your application or visa options.
We are an equal opportunities employer, actively supporting inclusivity and diversity. As a Disability Confident organisation, we guarantee to offer an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the e...
About this job
The post holder will be involved in performing routine audits, as well as matters of governance and risk management at the branches. The role combines some autonomy, interesting and varied work and opportunities to make valued contributions in shaping and improving the union’s operations and processes. The Auditor will be based at the UNISON Centre in London.
The role will involve extensive travelling to branches and regional offices across the UK with regular overnight stays, to conduct audits and to provide training to lay and regional officers.
Responsibilities and duties will include all aspects of internal auditing in a large multi-cost centre environment requiring robust planning, reporting and support across the organisation, whilst working alongside other colleagues within the finance function, senior managers and lay structures. The internal audit team works towards improving financial controls and procedures already in place aimed at ensuring compliance with internal and external rules and regulations. As a team member, the post holder will provide first class auditing and advisory service, primarily to branch officers to ensure the integrity of financial records and returns and other internal controls. The post holder will be required to maintain comprehensive working papers and files on all routine and special audits; prepare comprehensive reports with recommendations for senior managers or lay committee on matters of non-compliance, fraud or other financial irregularity using audit evidence.
You will be qualified with a recognised CCAB qualification with proven technical and practical knowledge of internal and external auditing principles and practices. As the role will be demanding, it calls for an individual who has strong proven analytical skills and reporting attributes with an eye for detail; excellent knowledge and understanding of systems to be able to produce and present relevant information to both financial and non-financial stakeholders and the ability to communicate effectively and at all levels. The post holder will be highly organised and able to work unsupervised to meet the diverse demands and objectives of the audit and finance section to strict deadlines.
All applicants must fill in a general application form. CVs are not accepted in applying for this role.
Interviews will take place in person at the UNISON Head Office at 130 Euston Road, London.
The role is on a hybrid basis. You will be expected to be in the office 50% of the time unless out on visits.
UNISON does not sponsor overseas applicants
How to apply
To apply for this opportunity please download and complete the General application form (under “Documents”). See job description and person specification (under “Documents”). Please note that only the General application form will be accepted.
Please send your completed application form along with a copy of the recruitment and disability form to Serena Hadley, Finance Department, UNISON Centre, 130 Euston Road London NW1 2AY or email s.hadley@unison.co.uk by no later than 5pm on Friday 30th January 2026
Interviews will be held in person on the 11th February 2026
About UNISON
UNISON is the UK’s leading public services trade union, with over 1.3 million members working in the public sector, private, voluntary and community sectors and in the energy services. We employ approximately 1,200 staff, with around 370 at our national centre in Euston in central London and the remainder in our 12 regions across the UK, including Northern Ireland.
UNISON is a dynamic, progressive union, committed to equality. We encourage men and women of all ages, Black and minority ethnic groups, disabled people, lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people to work with us.
Location
Cambridge, UK / Hybrid
Department
Technology and Product
Job Title
Head of Technology and Product
Salary
£90k–£120k per annum
We’re looking for a strategic, collaborative, and forward-thinking technology leader to join the Cambridge Crystallographic Data Centre (CCDC) as Head of Technology and Product.
This senior leadership role will shape the future of CCDC’s scientific software, digital platforms, and technical infrastructure. As a member of the Executive Team, you’ll lead multi-disciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, user-focused products that drive scientific discovery worldwide.
Why join us?
The CCDC is a not-for-profit and registered charity with a global reputation in structural science. Based in Cambridge, we combine scientific excellence with real-world impact, supporting researchers in academia and industry worldwide.
We offer a flexible, hybrid working model and a supportive, inclusive culture. This is a rare opportunity to lead technology at a globally respected organisation, delivering tools that underpin drug discovery, materials innovation, and fundamental science.
What you’ll be doing:
As a core member of the Executive Team, you will lead the strategic delivery of CCDC’s scientific software and digital infrastructure, ensuring alignment with our mission and community impact. You will maintain full oversight of the operational budget and technical lifecycle, ensuring our products and platforms are secure, compliant with regulatory frameworks and positioned for futureinnovation.
Main responsibilities will be include:
- Defining and delivering technology and product strategies for scientific software, digital platforms and infrastructurethat support CCDC’s mission.
- Leading and developing a high-performing teams spanning software development and engineering, IT/systems, product management, and support.
- Championing best practices in architecture, platform design, and cloud-native delivery.
- Overseeing infrastructure, security, and data platforms to support future growth and AI innovation.
- Collaborating across science, commercial, and data teams to align on delivery and impact
What we’re looking for:
- Proven leadership of large, cross-functional technical teams, with a strong track record in line management and team development.
- Deep expertise in software development and engineering, architecture, and technology strategy.
- Experience with cloud infrastructure, scalable platforms, and AI or data-driven applications.
- Excellent communication and influencing skills, from technical teams to executive stakeholders.
- A passion for scientific impact, user-focused service, and the public good.
Next steps:
For further details, please see the full Job Description and Person Specification.
To apply, please click 'Apply for this job', attaching a copy of your CV and a covering letter. By applying for this role, you consent for your application to be shared with Bulb Resourcing, our recruitment partner for this position.
Gas Inspector - Property Services
Job Description
Job Title: Communal Heating Inspector - Property ServicesContract Type: Permanent Salary: £47,000 per annum Working Hours: 40 hours per week, full time Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, Hybrid Location: Camden, London
If you share our values and are excited about making a significant impact at Riverside, please ensure you attach a current CV and covering letter. At Riverside we recruit to potential not just on skills and experience, so we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the essential criteria on the job description.
The difference you will make as a Gas Inspector - Property Services
You will inspect work undertaken by contractors, field communal heating team, including gas engineers, HIU Engineers and associated trades. The primary purpose is to verify that all works meet statutory regulations and Riverside’s quality standards, safeguarding our residents and properties.
About you
We are looking for someone who
- Gas Safe Registration
- Level 2 or 3 NVQ in Plumbing and Heating/BPEC or LCL equivalent
- Unvented hot water G3, Water Regs WRAS, Part L
Why Riverside?
At Riverside, we’re a housing association with a difference – enhancing the everyday for all our customers. For 90 years, we’ve been revitalising neighbourhoods and supporting communities by providing the homes they need to live full, fulfilling and rewarding lives.
We have a portfolio of over 75,000 affordable residential and retirement homes across the UK. Our work ranges from homelessness services to social care, employment support to retirement living, and we need the best people on board to help us.
Working with us, you’ll enjoy:
- Competitive pay & generous pension
- 28 days holidays plus bank holidays
- Flexible working options available
- Investment in your learning, personal development and technology
- A wide range of benefits
Diversity and Inclusion at Riverside:
We are inclusive. At Riverside, we value diversity in all its forms. We foster a workplace where all individuals are respected, empowered, and heard. Our commitment to inclusivity drives our success and enriches the lives of our customers and colleagues.
Riverside is a Disability Confident Employer and operates a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for any applicant who declares they have a disability. If the applicant meets the minimum requirements for the role (as set out in the role profile and/or person specification) they will be guaranteed an interview.
This role also falls under our Ethnic Diversity guaranteed interview scheme. If you are Ethnically Diverse and demonstrate you meet the minimum criteria for the role you will be guaranteed an interview.
Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to be considered.
Role Profile
Working as part of Riverside’s Property Services team, you will provide expert oversight of gas safety practices and drive continuous improvement. You will identify issues, recommend solutions, and support best practices in gas maintenance. By proactively monitoring compliance and quality, you help maintain 100% gas safety certification compliance and uphold Riverside’s commitment to safe, customer-focused housing services.
Your role will be essential in implementing robust quality control measures, ensuring that gas servicing, repairs, and installations are carried out effectively, meeting both regulatory requirements and customer expectations.
You will also work closely with internal and external stakeholders to enhance service performance and implement best practices across all gas-related works. Your ability to assess risks, manage priorities, and deliver exceptional service will directly contribute to Riverside’s commitment to providing safe, efficient, and customer-focused housing services.
Role Responsibilities
- Ensure Gas Safety Compliance: Oversee and verify that all commercial gas servicing, repairs, and installations are carried out in line with the latest gas safety legislation, requirements and Riverside’s policies.
- Technical Quality Auditing: Plan and perform regular quality control audits and technical inspections on completed gas works. This includes checking on-site workmanship and reviewing gas safety records to ensure accuracy, com...
Various days during the holidays, normally 7hrs per day, plus escorting. Additional hours required for training, supervision, meetings and visiting, by agreement.
£12.50 per hour.
Appointment is subject to a DBS disclosure and satisfactory references.
For further information please contact us.
MERTON MENCAP Deputy Team Leader – Holiday Playscheme Job Description Title: Deputy Team Leader – Holiday Playscheme Responsible to: The team leader, in the first instance, and the Projects Manager (young people) Hours: Salary: Various days during the holidays, normally 7hrs per day, plus escorting Additional hours required for training, supervision, meetings and visiting, by agreement £11 per hour on the project and escorting £7 per hour for additional hours, as stated above Place of Work: Various, in the community Job Purpose To support the team leader and deputise, where required, to manage the staff and oversee the safe delivery of community activities for children with a learning disability. Responsibilities/activities/duties • To work within Merton Mencap’s standards, policies and procedures and code of conduct, in particular policies and procedures which relate to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults, health and safety practice and equal opportunities • To work with the team leader and relevant Projects Manager to assess the needs of service users and to provide support in accordance with their personal profile, risk assessment and any individual care/development plans • To assist with the co-ordination and delivery of various community activities, in accordance with our risk assessments • To be familiar with and act in accordance with the procedures for health and safety regulations at any premises where project activities take place, particularly fire evacuation procedures • To assist the team leader to ensure that activities are co-ordinated and evaluated • To assist the team leader to supervise service users’ arrival and departure, as arranged, and to act as escort on transport, if required • To work well in a team, particularly when taking service users out into the community to access mainstream activities Deputy Team Leader - Holiday Playscheme – JD Nov 2015/AW • To assist in ensuring that any service users’ personal care needs are managed appropriately, in line with service users’ risk assessment and Merton Mencap’s policies and procedures • To support the Team Leader in the proper completion of any relevant paperwork and records connected with the project, in particular, registers, de-brief and session evaluation forms, incident forms and any service users’ development plans, and to assist the Team Leader to ensure records are available at the Merton Mencap office before the deadline provided • To deputise for the Team Leader where necessary (for example, during Team Leader’s annual leave or sickness) and in such instances to manage the safe delivery of the service, including instructing and managing staff, co-ordinating activities, managing finances, ensuring the proper completion of records and their availability at the Merton Mencap office, ensuring good communication with parents and responsible carers, and liaising with the relevant Projects Manager • To be willing and to make reasonable efforts to be available to undertake necessary training to keep up to date with current issues and good practice relating to working with people with a learning disability, in particular training associated with safeguarding and health and safety • To be willing to undertake other training, such as in medical needs, moving and handling, personal care and challenging behaviour and, if required, to carry out duties in those areas in the context of Merton Mencap’s policies and procedures • To be willing to work outside normal hours and to be occasionally contacted out of hours, as necessary • To take part in any project meetings to plan or review services, as necessary • To undertake any other duties consistent with the post Deputy Team Leader - Holiday Playscheme – JD Nov 2015/AW