Vicar of All Saints and Salutation, Darlington, and St Edwin, High Coniscliffe with St Mary, Peircebridge
We seek a minister who will lead our parishes well in the next stage of our mission and ministry. All Saints seeks to grow, with a committed PCC and the advantage of excellent modern facilities; St Edwin’s is a welcoming village church, with a beautiful, ancient building; St Mary’s is a newly-reordered a Festival Church.
This is a very exciting opportunity for a skilled, collaborative leader to help the congregations build on the very real strengths of these churches, as they seek to grow and serve their communities.
For more information or an informal conversation, please contact:
Archdeacon of Auckland, The Venerable Rick Simpson archdeacon.of.auckland@durham.anglican.org
Closing date: 31 January 2026
The Diocese of Durham is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All post holders and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.
Other supporting documents:
- Closing date:February 5th, 5pm
- Interviews: March 4th/5th
Vicar, St Jude’s Church, Southsea
St Jude’s is a warm, lively, evangelical church seeking a prayerful, Christ-centred Vicar to lead us into the next season of our life and mission. At the heart of vibrant Southsea, with the seafront, Common and shopping precinct on our doorstep, we long to see our community encounter Jesus, find belonging and grow in faith.
We are a Word-and-Spirit church with a diverse congregation, strong children’s and youth ministry, and a thriving nursery school. Supported by an experienced leadership team which includes both volunteers and employed staff, St Jude’s has strong foundations for ministry, mission, and growth.
We are praying for a leader who is both strategic and relational; rooted in Scripture, open to the Spirit, and passionate about helping people grow as disciples. You will find a congregation eager to learn, to serve, and to share God’s love with Southsea’s growing and changing community.
A spacious five-bedroom vicarage is provided, within a short walk of the church.
Healthcare Assistant - Lancashire
Job Description
Healthcare Assistant - Lancashire
Please note we do not offer sponsorship for this role
Location: Preston
Pay Rate: £12.75 per hour with £1 extra on a Bank Holiday and Weekend
Why join us?
If you are passionate about providing expert and compassionate care and looking to develop in your career as a Healthcare Assistant in the field of Neurological care, Brainkind has an amazing opportunity for you!
About the role:
• Working with other team members to ensure optimum cognitive, social, emotional, physical, and functional recovery. Ensuring that rehabilitation goals, strategies and procedures are implemented and reinforced
• Carrying out personal care duties with close supervision and making judgements involving straightforward facts or situations
• Monitoring the physical and emotional well-being of all clients in order to be aware of changes and to alert senior colleagues, as necessary. Assisting in maintaining morale of clients by communication and contact – achieved by talking and working with them
• Ensuring accurate reporting and documentation
• Reviewing and making suggestions to enhance the individuals’ experience. Challenging practice as appropriate and supporting junior and new staff
• Promoting choice in the delivery of care and support. Enabling concerns and complaints to be raised freely by the individual and/or their representatives.
• Supporting service users to have their views and experiences considered in the way the service is provided and delivered
• Having a personal duty of care in relation to equipment and resources. This includes safeguarding, handling cash and service users’ valuables
• Facilitating the safe and smooth running of the Service, the post holder is expected to maintain a safe working environment, maintain service user confidentiality, and occasionally taking on reasonable additional tasks
• For an insight in to what the role would entail please watch our video detailing a Day in the Life of one of our Support Workers at Brainkind: Working at Brainkind: A day in the life - Millie
About you:
• Proven experience of working within a team
• Care delivery experience
• Willing to provide personal care
• Good communication skills
• Numeracy and literacy skills
• IT skills including accessing and using the internet, email and word
Rewards
You can look forward to excellent benefits including:
- A competitive rate of £12.75 per hour with £1 extra on a Bank Holiday and Weekend
- 33 Days AL
- Buy/Sell up to 5 days AL each year
- Health Cash Plan
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Excellent training and support
- Company Pension
- Group life assurance
- Eye voucher scheme
- Long service and staff awards
- Free parking
We also put a big focus on employee wellbeing and support. It matters to us that you feel at your best. Career development is a priority. We will ensure you get all the training and learning opportunities you need to achieve your goals.
To join our friendly team, click the Apply Now button.
**Please note we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on a rolling basis until the role is filled therefore, we recommend applying as soon as possible. **
*All successful candidates are subject to compliance checks including 3 years of checkable references and DBS/PVG checks*
Brainkind are a Disability Confident Employer. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy. Brainkind is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive organisation. It is a place where we recognise, celebrate, and live our values which includes offering a range of inclusive employment policies and staff engagement forums to support employees from all backgrounds.
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- Hourly
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Vacancies
Treatment and Quality Lead
We’re looking for an experienced and passionate Treatment & Quality Lead to join our senior management team and shape the future of treatment quality at Open Road. This role leads on clinical governance, psychosocial model development, and quality improvement across all Open Road services. You’ll ensure our interventions are consistent, safe, recovery-focused, and evidence-based — empowering staff to deliver the very best support to our clients.
Criminal Justice Recovery Worker, Basildon
Criminal Justice Recovery Workers will be part of the All Age Recovery Service (AARCS) team working specifically with clients involved with the criminal justice system. Being required to encourage, initiate and sustain recovery, workers will facilitate both 1:1 and group-based psychosocial interventions with prolific offenders, whilst maintaining excellent relationships with partnership agencies.
Young Persons Targeted Intervention Worker, Southend
The Young Person’s service provides a substance misuse service to young people up to 18 and a transition service for those aged 18 to 30.
Facts. Analysis. Influence.
The International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) is a defence and security think tank that has a deep understanding of regional geopolitics and geo-economics in a global context. Its international researchers provide best-in-class independent and impartial analysis and provide insights on strategic challenges and priorities to governments and the private sector. It is expert at bringing together national leaders and senior policymakers in foreign policy, defence and security; promoting dialogue; and facilitating effective and influential bilateral and multilateral consultations.
The International Institute for Strategic Studies is looking to recruit a Research Analyst to work for the IISS Defence and Military Analysis Programme (DMAP), focusing on air and space forces and the air and space domains. The programme’s major print and online output is the IISS flagship publication The Military Balance and the Military Balance+ electronic database, widely regarded as the global benchmark in the assessment of national military capabilities and defence economics.
- Reporting to the aerospace data team lead; collect, assess and validate air and space domain force structure, equipment inventory and deployment data for IISS publications and databases.
- Assist in DMAP research and analysis on air and space forces and military aerospace issues.
- Contribute as required across the spectrum of DMAP activities.
- The opportunity to develop future areas of specialisation in the organisation and equipment of armed forces and defence technology developments.
- Completion of a Master’s degree in a relevant subject such as strategic studies or military affairs, OR relevant professional experience in the armed forces, defence intelligence, or a background in relevant defence analysis, specialist publications or defence industry.
- Experience of research and analysis using the full range of open-source information, and disseminating conclusions in written and verbal forms.
- Experience in using or contributing to database products, managing large datasets, and maintaining data standards consistently.
- Excellent command of spoken and written English. Additional languages desirable.
The IISS provides a full employment package.
This position is for an initial one-year Fixed Term Contract with the potential for renewal by mutual agreement.
Candidates should submit their applications by clicking the ‘Apply Now’ blue button above and follow the instructions to submit two documents:
- A cover letter outlining what skills and experience they can bring to the role, as well as salary expectations.
- A full Curriculum Vitae (resume), including details of two referees.
Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK or in Germany (EU). Unfortunately, we will be unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Due to the volume of expected applications, only those selected for interview will be contacted.
The deadline for receipt of applications is
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- Location:South Charnwood Leisure Centre
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- Salary:£10.18-£12.21
- Pay Type:Per Hour
- Function:Fitness
Become a Gym Instructor at Fusion:
The gym can be an intimidating place and as a Gym Instructor for Fusion Lifestyle, you will warmly welcome all customers, ensure equipment is used safely, and encourage users by devising and delivering fitness assessments and programs, all whilst keeping the gym clean and inviting.
You will also deliver group exercise classes when required, so you will need experience of delivering exercise classes using first class customer service to a diverse client base.
To be successful in this role you will need an engaging and honest personality, with a natural ability to build strong relationships and put people at ease. Alongside a “can-do”, solutions focused attitude.
You’ll also need:
- Level 2 qualification in Fitness Instructing
- CIMSPA membership is essential within one month of employment
Some of the responsibilities of the role include (but are not limited to):
- Establishing and maintaining excellent relationships with our customers and potential customers
- Supervising activities in the Fitness Rooms and operating the equipment in a manner consistent with safe working practice
- Assisting in the implementation, marketing and administration of activities and healthy lifestyles
- Devising and delivering fitness assessments, programmes and testing, exercise prescription, GP referrals and specialist inductions, as and when required (following appropriate training)
- Supporting and assisting in sales and retention processes
- Maintenance of customer records and performing administration duties as required
- Maintenance of own mandatory qualifications, licensing and CPD/ training requirements
- Champion in role and take personal responsibility for all hygiene, health and safety policy and procedure
- Carry out testing and / or other hygiene, health and safety checks as needed, passing results immediately to the appropriate person and escalating potential issues promptly
- Safely support managing customer flow and expectation of waiting times and attendance across all areas of the centre
- Undertake all day-to-day cleaning and maintenance of the equipment and fittings, to the highest possible standards, bringing attention any faults or major repairs to the relevant team
- Proactively manage customer behaviour during the use of facilities to ensure highest possible levels of safety and enjoyment
We are passionate about delivering the best customer service and getting your community active. Every Fusion team member plays their part, working within a diverse and dynamic team in a fast paced environment.
Employee Benefits:
Some of the non-contractual employee benefits we offer that you may be eligible to receive include:
- 22 days’ holiday, plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata)
- Employer Contribution Pension Scheme
- Free Gym & Swim membership at Fusion centres
- Free Eye tests
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Employee Referral Scheme
- Industry Leading Training
If you would like to further your career in leisure, within a dynamic company that makes a positive impact on the community, then we want to hear from you.
Click on the link to apply.
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This job advertisement is not intended to serve as a full job description, and is therefore non-exhaustive. Upon securing an offer of employment, a copy of the job description will be made available to you. This may be amended from time to time, in-line with business requirements. You may also be required to carry out other duties as reasonably requested by the Company.
Applicants who gain a 'conditional' job offer will be required to undertake appropriate checks and referencing before commencing employment. If the role you have been offered requires you to work with children ...
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- London
- Finance
- Fixed Term
This role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, 28 days holiday a year plus Bank Holidays and a pension scheme offering 6% in year one and 11% after this.
Salary £90,000 - £100,000 per annum FTE + retention
Location London/Hybrid (In Office for days that matter, expected to be two days a week, Wednesdays and usually either Tuesday or Thursday).
About the role
This is an interim role for 12 months.
As the Interim Head of PMO, you will be responsible for leading the Project Delivery function and overseeing the successful execution of the change portfolio. You will provide strategic direction and hands-on leadership to a project delivery team.
A primary focus of this interim role is to uplift capability through coaching and development and to review the operations of the team to ensure it aligns with the evolving strategy and delivery methodologies of the organisation. You will also oversee the Project Management, Business Analysis and Change Management capability, which make up the project delivery function. You will play a central role in liaising with senior stakeholders across the business, resolving escalated issues, and ensuring the momentum of portfolio delivery is maintained.
Key responsibilities include:
Inspire and Lead a High-Performing TeamFoster an inclusive and supportive team culture that promotes engagement, growth, and performance. Empower your team to excel and deliver outstanding results aligned with organisational objectives and priorities.
Drive Strategic Programmes and ProjectsOversee the development and management of a diverse portfolio of projects and programmes, ensuring they deliver tangible outcomes and measurable results that support the organisation's strategic goals.
Engage with Stakeholders for SuccessCollaborate with programme sponsors and executive stakeholders to build shared ownership and accountability for programme outcomes. Manage conflicting priorities and organise a portfolio of change initiatives. Work closely with Finance to align on financial reporting and ensure the portfolio delivers clear, measurable benefits.
About you:
- You will have a proven track record in driving organisational success through strategic management and the delivery of complex initiatives. You bring strong expertise in Programme Management, enabling you to lead dynamic, high-performing teams and navigate rapidly changing project landscapes effectively.
- You will have experience of achieving outcomes under waterfall, agile and hybrid methodologies.
- With a deep understanding of coaching, you excel at developing teams and increasing their capability. Your ability to adapt your management style allows you to lead diverse teams with empathy and efficiency, fostering an environment where individuals and teams can thrive.
- Resilience, flexibility, and adaptability are at the core of your leadership style. You are analytical and adept at solving problems, prioritising, making data-driven, decisions and driving successful outcomes.
- A natural communicator and influencer, you excel at building strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels, ensuring alignment and buy-in for strategic initiatives. You are committed to delivering value, fostering collaboration, and enabling the organisation to achieve its goals through a structured and forward-thinking PMO framework.
Benefits
We also have these benefits for you to consider:
- 35 hour working week
- Generous 28 days holiday a year plus Bank Holidays & Option to buy additional days
- Excellent pension scheme – when you pay in 3%, Which? pays in 6% (rising to 11% after one year of service.)
- Discount site Sodexo which offers large %% off every day shopping and holidays
- Healthcare insurance & Private medical insurance and opportunity to participate in Vitality rewards programme (at 6 months)
- A discretionary death in service benefit provision equivalent to six times your annual salary
- Free access to Which? member content and free access to Which? money & legal helplines
- Free wills for all Which? employees, plus, partners of employees can make their will at cost price.
- Work from (almost) anywhere” for 4 weeks of the year policy
The interview process for this role involves:-
- Two stage interview process including 30 minute meeting followed by a 60 minute meeting with a representative from one of the teams you will support which may or may not include ...
Azure College Teaching Assistant – v996
Azure Charitable Foundation is looking to appoint a teaching assistant (34 hours per week, 39 weeks per year)
The education programmes at Azure are aimed at learners aged 16-24 with learning disabilities and/or additional needs (such as ADHD, ASD, OCD, SEMH)
We are looking for applicants with energy, enthusiasm and motivation to support young people to reach their potential, and achieve their dreams and aspirations through vocational training, functional Maths and English, personal development and enrichment activities.
- Are you adaptable and flexible in your approach?
- Do you have excellent communication skills?
- Are you confident and outgoing?
- Do you like a challenge?
If so, then this might be the right job for you.
Experience working with people with additional needs is desirable.
Teaching Assistant experience is not essential as the successful candidate will receive induction and training.
Minimum of GCSE grade 4/C or level 2 for maths and English is essential.
There may be opportunities to access qualifications to support personal development in education and teaching.
Term Time Only.
Your annual salary will be adjusted pro rata and will be paid over 12 months.
As a company, we offer a personal pension scheme and free life assurance.
To apply, please send your CV to vacancies@azure-charitable.co.uk or contact Dawn Wiles for an application pack on 01670 733966.
Posts are subject to Enhanced DBS check (cost met by Azure). A personal and professional reference will also be sought.
The Finance Department of the Diocese of Leeds, is recruiting a Senior Grants and Fundraising Officer to work on grant applications and fundraising, helping parishes fund the projects that matter to them. Based at Hinsley Hall, Leeds. The deadline for applications is Friday, 30 January 2026 and first interview to be held on Wednesday, 4 February 2026.
See below for downloadable copies of the Job Description and Application Form for this post.
Progression Coach - NEW
If you feel you have the compassion and resilience needed to work with challenging behaviours and complex needs, then we welcome you to apply for the role of Progression Coach (Support Worker).
We usually respond within two weeks
Closing Date: Tuesday 3rd February 2026
Job Title: Progression Coach
Reports to: Team Leader
Salary: Scale 6, Points 26-28, £26,229 - £27,982 per annum, pro rata
Hours of work: Full Time (37.5 hours per week)
At St Basils, we are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect our staff to create an environment and culture that promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion and advocate for anti-discriminatory practices and behaviours.
Service Delivery:
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As a Progression Coach you will:
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Participate in the delivery of services to young people, which will include undertaking needs, risk, and vulnerability assessments, developing support and risk management plans, and lead /participate in case review meetings and multi-agency meetings.
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Develop and deliver life and social skills programmes in individual and group work settings and facilitate the participation of young people in their support plans.
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Support young people to make their voices heard and enable them to participate in activities and events.
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Support young peoples’ engagement with work and learning, develop positive family and other support networks, assist young people to maintain accommodation and to provide support with any problems which may arise.
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Ensure young people feel supported and encourage them to engage with internal and external services as part of their support.
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Alongside the team provide psychologically informed environments for young people in our services.
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Support and encourage young people to undertake the St Basils life skills programme and to achieve qualifications and sustain education, training, and employment opportunities.
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Establish and develop links with training providers, employers, volunteering networks to improve access to training and work opportunities for young people.
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Organise and accompany young people to appointments as appropriate.
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Prepare young people to take up and sustain settled accommodation and to continue to provide ongoing support to them.
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Be available to young people for regular support sessions and to respond to crises.
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Maintain accurate records e.g. support plans, day to day records, incidents, and complaints.
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As part of the team, assist in the preparation of accommodation, which may involve setting up starter packs, clearing rooms as and when required.
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Provide regular, person centred and structured outcome focused support that prevent and respond to change or crisis.
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Support young people to access move on accommodation and transition from supported housing into their own home.
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Lead and manage the arrangement and delivery of activities for young people.
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Ensuring benefit claims are made to maximise young people’s incomes and supporting them to pay their rent and bills.
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Supporting young people to manage any debts they may have, manage their rent accounts to help sustain their tenancies.
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Supporting young people to manage their properties and maintain them to an acceptable standard.
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Leading and managing the delivery of formal and informal resident consultations.
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Managing and resolving incidents of anti-social behaviour in a manner consistent with PIE; de-escalating difficult situations and encouraging young people to make good choices.
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Housing Services:
In support of housing functions...
Progression Coach - Birmingham
If you feel you have the compassion and resilience needed to work with challenging behaviours and complex needs, then we welcome you to apply for the role of Progression Coach (Support Worker).
We usually respond within two weeks
Closing Date: Tuesday 3rd February 2026
Job Title: Progression Coach
Reports to: Team Leader
Salary: Scale 6, Points 26-28, £26,229 - £27,982 per annum, pro rata
Hours of work: Full Time (37.5 hours per week)
At St Basils, we are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect our staff to create an environment and culture that promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion and advocate for anti-discriminatory practices and behaviours.
Service Delivery:
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As a Progression Coach you will:
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Participate in the delivery of services to young people, which will include undertaking needs, risk, and vulnerability assessments, developing support and risk management plans, and lead /participate in case review meetings and multi-agency meetings.
-
Develop and deliver life and social skills programmes in individual and group work settings and facilitate the participation of young people in their support plans.
-
Support young people to make their voices heard and enable them to participate in activities and events.
-
Support young peoples’ engagement with work and learning, develop positive family and other support networks, assist young people to maintain accommodation and to provide support with any problems which may arise.
-
Ensure young people feel supported and encourage them to engage with internal and external services as part of their support.
-
Alongside the team provide psychologically informed environments for young people in our services.
-
Support and encourage young people to undertake the St Basils life skills programme and to achieve qualifications and sustain education, training, and employment opportunities.
-
Establish and develop links with training providers, employers, volunteering networks to improve access to training and work opportunities for young people.
-
Organise and accompany young people to appointments as appropriate.
-
Prepare young people to take up and sustain settled accommodation and to continue to provide ongoing support to them.
-
Be available to young people for regular support sessions and to respond to crises.
-
Maintain accurate records e.g. support plans, day to day records, incidents, and complaints.
-
As part of the team, assist in the preparation of accommodation, which may involve setting up starter packs, clearing rooms as and when required.
-
Provide regular, person centred and structured outcome focused support that prevent and respond to change or crisis.
-
Support young people to access move on accommodation and transition from supported housing into their own home.
-
Lead and manage the arrangement and delivery of activities for young people.
-
Ensuring benefit claims are made to maximise young people’s incomes and supporting them to pay their rent and bills.
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Supporting young people to manage any debts they may have, manage their rent accounts to help sustain their tenancies.
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Supporting young people to manage their properties and maintain them to an acceptable standard.
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Leading and managing the delivery of formal and informal resident consultations.
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Managing and resolving incidents of anti-social behaviour in a manner consistent with PIE; de-escalating difficult situations and encouraging young people to make good choices.
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Housing Services:
In support of housing fu...
Each Parish in the Chiltern Society area has a volunteer Path Representative who monitors the Rights of Way in that Parish by walking them at least twice a year, logging problems on the County Council reporting system and liaising with their Area Secretary. They may also, if they wish, carry out very light maintenance work to ensure that footpaths and bridleways are kept as accessible as possible.
Interested?
If you like the sound of this role and like walking in the countryside and would be interested in learning more about being a Chiltern Society path rep, please contact:
Les Cullen
Area Secretary
Chiltern Society
01494 675482les.cullen@btinternet.com
Maps and guidance notes will be provided.
Alternatively you can email our Volunteer Co-ordinator or call us on 01494 771250 to find out more about this role.
Team Vicar of Yate
An engaging opportunity for a colleague to walk with us as we develop our part in God’s mission in South Gloucestershire.
WE OFFER:
- A thriving new town and two village communities.
- Strategically placed, with scope for the church to have even greater influence.
- Four churches which are used to working together.
- A collaborative Mission Area with the neighbouring benefice.
- A supportive team including a recently appointed Team Rector and a 0.5 interim priest.
WE ARE PRAYING FOR:
- Leaders who want to share their love of Jesus Christ.
- Team players who offer their own gifting and liberate the skills of others.
- A priest who's experienced in turning vision into reality.
Enquiries to Archdeacon of Malmesbury: christopher.bryan@bristoldiocese.org
Closing date: 2 February 2026
Familiarisation and Interviews: 10 and 11 March
Application: Please complete all 3 parts and send to jobs@bristoldiocese.org
Application Form Part 1 Application Form Part 2 Application Form Part 3
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The Diocese of Bristol is committed to being a fair, respectful, and inclusive organisation. We believe that diversity enriches us and are dedicated to the promotion of equality where all are able flourish. Disabled people and those of global majority heritage are currently under-represented in our Diocese so we welcome applications from clergy in these groups.
The Diocese of Bristol is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All post holders are expected to share this commitment.
All appointments are subject to acceptable pre-appointment checks, including a satisfactory Enhanced DBS Check
Department: Department of Regional Economics – Faculty of Economics and Administration
Deadline: 31 Jan 2026
Start date: September 1st, 2026 or later
Job type: full-time
Job field: Science and research | Education and schooling
The Dean of the Faculty of Economics and Administration, Masaryk University, invites applications for the following position:
Post-doctoral Researcher in Regional Economics
Masaryk University, the Faculty of Economics and Administration, is seeking a highly motivated and productive postdoctoral researcher in the field of regional economics.
This position offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with experts from Masaryk University and other partner institutions on research related to tourism, mobility, and labour market aspects/or regional peripheries, with the possibility of participating in ongoing research projects. These projects explore a wide range of research topics, including environmental issues, energy issues, mobility, tourism, accessibility of work, retail, and public services.
We are looking for a candidate:
- with a PhD degree or near completion of a PhD. studies
- with education and experience in the field of and/or regional/urban/spatial economics
- with research interest and demonstrated excellence in related fields
- with an excellent background in empirical methods and interdisciplinary research interests
- solid knowledge of spatial econometrics is welcomed
- with research potential demonstrated by a strong job market paper or at least 1 peer-reviewed publication
- with fluency in English
- who is a self-driven person
- who can define their own research agenda
What does the position entail:
- full-time postdoctoral researcher in the field of regional/urban/spatial economics
- participation in a research project focused on regional economics and peripheries in a collaboration with a multidisciplinary research team
- peer-reviewed research and its presentation at international conferences
- contribution to the preparation of national and international grant proposals
What do we offer?
- full-time (40 hours a week) Postdoctoral Researcher position at one of the highest-ranked universities in the region of Central and Eastern Europe.
- the earliest starting date of the contract is September 1st, 2026 or later, upon mutual agreement.
- the monthly salary offer is based on seniority, ranging from 2,000-3,000 EUR/month (gross).
- fixed-term position for 12 + up to 36 months (up to August 31, 2029). The renewal is conditional on a successful performance review.
- relocation support and help from the MUNI Welcome Office
- friendly and international working environment
- opportunities for professional growth (e.g., university seminar series, internships, exchanges, participation in research projects)
- flexible working hours and occasional home office to support personal needs in family and career
- employee benefits (6 weeks of paid vacation per year, contribution to meals, contribution to pension savings, language courses, exclusive mobile tariff, sports activities, vaccination)
- opportunity to work and live in a modern and dynamic university citywith proximity to Prague and Vienna
About the workplace
Masaryk University is an academically diverse and research-intensive university with a strong commitment to high-quality research and education. The university offers an inspiring research and teaching environment to its 35,000 students and 5,500 employees.
MUNI is located in the university city of Brno, the Czech Republic. Based on the most recent OECD Better Life Index data, the Czech Republic ranks next to the US and the UK. Proximity to nature and other historic cities (e.g., Prague, Vienna, Budapest), a variety of cultural and entertainment attractions, and top personal safety make Brno one of the top 100 university cities in the world, according to students.
The members of the Location: Pilgrims Hospices Thanet Status: Permanent, part-time, 20 hours a week Salary: £22,140.57 per annum Closing date: 28/01/2026 Interview date: 04/02/2026 Do you have a background in chaplaincy, or spiritual and pastoral support ? Do you want to develop your current skills into a specialist role and be part of a pro-active multi-disciplinary and professional team, who put excellent patient care as their priority? Do you have a passion for working collaboratively in an environment of thriving on positive change and making a difference to those with palliative and end of life care needs? Are you passionate about supporting and empowering patients to live well until their very last moment in their life? If so, then the role of Spiritual Care Chaplain at Pilgrims Hospice Thanet may be just the job for you! This role is part time 20h a week, with flexibility for working days. £22,140.57 per annum. We are seeking a well-motivated and forward thinking professional to join our multi-disciplinary team, in supporting patients across east Kent. The Spiritual Care Chaplain is responsible for the development and delivery of pastoral, religious and spiritual services primarily at one of the hospice sites, as part of Pilgrims spiritual care team and the wider hospice psychosocial team. You will be required to undertake patient facing activities across the in-patient unit, therapy centre and in the local community, and will be required to contribute to the development of Pilgrims holistic psychosocial and wellbeing services. We welcome applications from persons of any faith tradition or humanist belief. Applications are most desirable from those with authority from their faith tradition, however applications will be considered from those without appropriate authorisation- provided that they have relevant experience and/or appropriate qualifications. As an award-winning employer, Pilgrims provides end-of-life care services to patients and their families across east Kent. Our commitment is to provide open, compassionate care and expertise for patients and their families – both in the community and in-patient units. “Of a community where people with a life-limiting illness, and their family and friends, are supported and empowered to live well in mind and body until the very last moment of their life.” We recognise that our workforce is integral to the delivery of our Vision and our charitable aims. Pilgrims Hospices continues to create a highly skilled, motivated, engaged and healthy workforce by providing an environment where staff and volunteers feel highly motivated to perform their roles to a consistently high standard, and actively role model our charitable behaviours and values. To achieve our Vision, we have a shared set of values and behaviours that enable us to be the people and the charity that patients and their loved ones need us to be. They form , which guides us in our daily working and decision making: Spiritual Care Chaplain
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