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Health Centre Receptionist and Administrative Support

St Edward’s Oxford is seeking a well-organised and proactive Receptionist to play a vital role in the smooth and effective running of our Health Centre.

With over 800 pupils living across 13 boarding houses, the Health Centre sits at the heart of school life and is staffed by a dedicated multidisciplinary healthcare team committed to delivering the highest standard of care.

As a Receptionist, you will be the first point of contact for all visitors and enquiries to the Health Centre, whether in person, by telephone or electronically. The role involves managing workflows and documentation, ensuring medical correspondence and requests are processed accurately and promptly, recording new pupil medical information on iSAMs and coordinating Health Centre appointments.

You will also provide essential administrative support to clinical staff and the wider nursing team, enabling them to deliver outstanding care to our students.

This role is a part-time, job share opportunity, working 25.5 hours per week on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 8am-5pm during academic terms (approximately 34 weeks per year).

About you
We are looking for someone with an excellent telephone manner, highly developed IT skills and the ability to prioritise your work effectively within a fast-paced environment. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as is previous experience in a customer-facing or public-facing role. You will need to be highly organised, can demonstrate strong attention to detail and a commitment to providing a professional and caring service to members of our school community.

Click here to read further details and apply.

The deadline for applications is midday on Friday 23rd January 2026.

We reserve the right to conduct interviews and appoint for the role before the advertised closing date should a suitable candidate be found. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.

St Edward’s does not accept applications from recruitment agencies.

St Edward’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we aim to create and maintain a safe environment for our pupils, where they feel respected and supported. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to become familiar with our policies and procedures for child protection and security. All staff are required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

St Edward’s School is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on age, race, sex, religion, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic. Please see our Equal Opportunities & Dignity at Work policy on our website for further details.

Registered Charity No: 309681

Job Title

Responsible To

Salary
Hours

Playworker (Holidays &
Weekends)
Senior Playworker
General Manager
£12.65 per hour
30 hours per week, 14 weeks of
the year during school holidays
(excluding annual leave)
12 hours per month worked over
2 weekend sessions.
All shifts between hours of 8:45
and 6:15pm.
*Opportunity for additional
hours when required.
** Part time hours considered.

Job Summary

The Playworker will work as part of a small team, under the direction of the Senior Playworker,

providing high quality care and social opportunities for disabled children aged 5-19 who attend

Unique Kidz and Co holiday and weekend clubs.

Job Description

•  To promote a welcoming and supportive environment that is safe and stimulating for

the children and caters to their individual needs

•  To create and maintain good relationships with the children’s families

•  To assist the Kidz Club Manager, when required, in the upkeep of all paperwork

relevant to the running of the service including Risk Assessments

•  To be aware of Ofsted requirements relating to the setting

•  To provide the necessary support and care to the children

•  To plan and deliver activities, projects and trips

•  To use enthusiasm and skills to encourage children to participate in projects

•  To assist with transporting the children to and from the centre as necessary ensuring

that relevant training is being applied at all times

•  To deliver personal care to young people who require support

•  To maintain and update all service users personal information and records as required

•  To implement the charity’s Policies and Procedures at all times including the

Safeguarding Policy

•  To provide continuity in the absence of the 4Ever Unique Manager

•  Such other duties or responsibilities as may reasonably be required

This job description will be reviewed regularly in light of changing service requirements and

any such changes will be discussed with the post holder.
Unique Kidz and Co, Woodhill Lane, Morecambe, LA4 4NW
Registered Charity Number: 1131652
Registered Company Number: 06820293

Person Specification: Playworker (Holidays & Weekends)

Requirement  Essential

Desirable

Qualifications  •  Level 2/3 in Childcare,

Experience &
Knowledge

Health and Social Care, or
equivalent
•  Level 1 and 2

Safeguarding Children
and Young people or the
willingness to attend
training

•  Experience of working
with children/young
people

•  Knowledge of good

practice

•  Knowledge and

understanding of Risk
Assessments and Health
and Safety

•  Full UK Driving Licence
•  Training in First Aid, Moving
and Handling, Food Hygiene,
Fire Safety , Administration
of Medication

•  Experience of working in a

high quality childcare setting

•  Experience of recording

information for monitoring
purposes
•  Experience of

communicating with
parents/carers and external
agencies

•  Experience of working in

•  Knowledge and

How
Assessed
Application
Form

Application
Form /
Interview

a team

Skills &
Abilities

Personal
Attributes

Other

•  Excellent communication,
interpersonal and writing
skills

•  Ability to lead an activity
with the children’s needs
in mind

•  Friendly, positive and
professional manner

•  Enthusiasm
•  Team player
•  Evident passion for the

charity and excellence in
service provision

understanding of children
with disabilities
•  Knowledge and

understanding of the
Playwork Principles

•  Makaton
•  Specialist skills and interests
that would be of benefit to
Unique Kidz and Co

Application
Form /
Interview

•  Creativity

Interview

•  Knowledge of Unique Kidz
and Co and the services it
provides

Interview

Unique Kidz and Co, Woodhill Lane, Morecambe, LA4 4NW
Registered Charity Number: 1131652
Registered Company Number: 06820293

Location: Kirkintilloch

Employment Type: Part-time, voluntary

Rossvale Women's & Girls are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Under 14s Coach to join our growing club.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about developing young players, creating a positive team environment, and supporting girls in their football journey.

The Role:

• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate training sessions
• Coach and support the team on matchdays
• Encourage player development, confidence, and enjoyment
• Work closely with club officials and fellow coaches

What We're Looking For:

• Experience coaching young players (desirable but not essential)
• Relevant coaching qualifications or willingness to work towards them
• A positive, supportive attitude and good communication skills
• Commitment to the values and development ethos of Rossvale Women's & Girls

What We Offer:

• A friendly, supportive club environment
• Opportunities for coach development and progression
• The chance to make a real impact in girls' football

If you're interested in becoming part of Rossvale Women's & Girls and helping shape the next generation of players, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply or for more information, please contact: rossvalewfc@outlook.com

Head of Human Resources and Organisational Development

The

Through clear operational direction and oversight, the Head of HR and OD will lead the service in supporting and enabling organisational growth. This includes ensuring the systematic development of staff skills, capability, and capacity so that the workforce is well equipped to respond to evolving organisational priorities. By fostering strong, trusted partnerships with managers at all levels, the Head of HR and OD ensures the provision of expert professional advice, coaching, and tailored support that strengthens people management practice and enhances performance across the College.

The Head of HR and OD drives innovation in Human Resource Management and Organisational Development, ensuring the service responds effectively to both operational challenges and strategic opportunities. This role encompasses the development of progressive and consistent approaches to employee relations, talent resourcing, workforce planning, leadership and management development, and employee engagement. A strong emphasis is placed on embedding inclusive practices that value diversity, promote respect, and ensure equitable treatment and opportunity for all colleagues.

The Head of HR and OD will contribute to People and Culture Services design and implement people-led policies, frameworks, and ways of working that support recruitment, retention, progression, and continuous development. The Head of HR and OD ensures that the entire employee lifecycle reflects the College’s commitment to fairness, wellbeing, and professional growth, while promoting a culture where health and wellbeing are prioritised and colleagues feel supported, valued, and empowered.

As a key contributor the Head of HR and Organisational Development is instrumental in shaping and sustaining a “people first” culture, reinforcing Kelvin’s Values, and strengthening the College’s reputation and impact as an employer of choice.

For more information including the Job Description and guidance on the application process via CV, please see attached Recruitment Pack.

For more information including the Job Description and guidance on the application process via CV, please see attached Recruitment Pack.

Key Responsibilities

HRM and OD Management

• Lead and develop the HRM and OD Team, including coordinating team activity, setting departmental objectives in alignment with the People and Culture Operational Plan.
• Provide leadership to develop the HRM and OD Teams professional skills and experience to increase competencies and support succession planning within the Team and ensure the delivery of a consistent and high-quality service.
• Manage and develop the HRM and OD portfolio including recruitment and selection, attendance management, performance management, employee relations, discipline, grievance, staff induction, professional learning and development, succession planning, and implement supporting systems and processes.
• Ensure the development, implementation and consistent application of policies, procedures and terms and conditions in line with local and national requirements, changing case law and legislation.

Organisational Development

• Develop and maintain a robust leadership and management framework that supports the growth of current and future talent, drawing on appropriate internal and external learning and development resources.
• Lead on the development, management, and implementation of key Organisational Development initiatives.
• Develop and implement an organisational development plan, utilising appropriate planning methodologies and forecasting workforce requirements based upon operational requirements and organisational change.

HRM and OD Business Intelligence and Continuous Improvement

• Contribute to the ongoing development of HRM and OD policies and procedures, processes, systems, and practices to assist in the sustainable delivery of operational and strategic requirements and support cultural change in line with College objectives in partnership with staff, managers, and Trade Unions.
• Develop, enhance and implement human resources computerised systems to en...

Head of Human Resources and Organisational Development

The

Through clear operational direction and oversight, the Head of HR and OD will lead the service in supporting and enabling organisational growth. This includes ensuring the systematic development of staff skills, capability, and capacity so that the workforce is well equipped to respond to evolving organisational priorities. By fostering strong, trusted partnerships with managers at all levels, the Head of HR and OD ensures the provision of expert professional advice, coaching, and tailored support that strengthens people management practice and enhances performance across the College.

The Head of HR and OD drives innovation in Human Resource Management and Organisational Development, ensuring the service responds effectively to both operational challenges and strategic opportunities. This role encompasses the development of progressive and consistent approaches to employee relations, talent resourcing, workforce planning, leadership and management development, and employee engagement. A strong emphasis is placed on embedding inclusive practices that value diversity, promote respect, and ensure equitable treatment and opportunity for all colleagues.

The Head of HR and OD will contribute to People and Culture Services design and implement people-led policies, frameworks, and ways of working that support recruitment, retention, progression, and continuous development. The Head of HR and OD ensures that the entire employee lifecycle reflects the College’s commitment to fairness, wellbeing, and professional growth, while promoting a culture where health and wellbeing are prioritised and colleagues feel supported, valued, and empowered.

As a key contributor the Head of HR and Organisational Development is instrumental in shaping and sustaining a “people first” culture, reinforcing Kelvin’s Values, and strengthening the College’s reputation and impact as an employer of choice.

For more information including the Job Description and guidance on the application process via CV, please see attached Recruitment Pack.

For more information including the Job Description and guidance on the application process via CV, please see attached Recruitment Pack.

Key Responsibilities

HRM and OD Management

• Lead and develop the HRM and OD Team, including coordinating team activity, setting departmental objectives in alignment with the People and Culture Operational Plan.
• Provide leadership to develop the HRM and OD Teams professional skills and experience to increase competencies and support succession planning within the Team and ensure the delivery of a consistent and high-quality service.
• Manage and develop the HRM and OD portfolio including recruitment and selection, attendance management, performance management, employee relations, discipline, grievance, staff induction, professional learning and development, succession planning, and implement supporting systems and processes.
• Ensure the development, implementation and consistent application of policies, procedures and terms and conditions in line with local and national requirements, changing case law and legislation.

Organisational Development

• Develop and maintain a robust leadership and management framework that supports the growth of current and future talent, drawing on appropriate internal and external learning and development resources.
• Lead on the development, management, and implementation of key Organisational Development initiatives.
• Develop and implement an organisational development plan, utilising appropriate planning methodologies and forecasting workforce requirements based upon operational requirements and organisational change.

HRM and OD Business Intelligence and Continuous Improvement

• Contribute to the ongoing development of HRM and OD policies and procedures, processes, systems, and practices to assist in the sustainable delivery of operational and strategic requirements and support cultural change in line with College objectives in partnership with staff, managers, and Trade Unions.
• Develop, enhance and implement human resources computerised systems to en...

The Acting Bishop of Durham invites applications for the position of Team Vicar to serve the parish of the Upper Skerne.

This is an exciting half-time role with the support of a collaborative and missionally-minded Team Rector and a parish with realistic expectations about the scope and nature of a half-time Team Vicar role.

Upper Skerne is a parish of five church buildings in a mixture of market towns, villages, and former mining communities. Since the arrival of the Team Rector in June 2024, the parish has started more pioneering ministries and they are beginning to bear fruit, with several people coming to faith for the first time.

The vicarage is a modern, 4-bedroom property situated in the village of Bishop Middleham, a three-minute walk from St Michael’s with the other four churches of the parish lying within a ten-minute drive.

For more information or an informal conversation, please contact the Team Rector, David Lucas: rev.davidjlucas@gmail.com

Please send all applications to human.resources@durham.anglican.org

Closing date: 24 Feb 2026

Interviews: TBA

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:

Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Policy

• Location
• Hybrid/London
• Contract Type
• Permanent
• Apply by
• 23-Jan-2026
• Salary range
• £25,752.00 - £28,462.00
• Job Category
• Brand
• Working pattern
• 5 days per week
• Weekly Hours
• 35 hours

Stories are at the heart of everything we do at Age UK. We work with storytellers, the older people who bravely share the challenges that come with later life and discuss how Age UK’s support has brought about a positive, to bring our vital services to life.

Are you a brilliant communicator with the skills to share the voices of a broad range older people, and to bring Age UK’s work to life for the broadest possible audience? Age UK is recruiting a Stories and Content Officer to join our dynamic Brand and Content Team. 

You’ll have an incredible opportunity to work directly with the people we support and turn their words into engaging and inspiring content. You’ll also work with the Age UK network to ensure we’re telling the stories of as many older people as possible, from a diverse range of backgrounds, to ensure we’re providing the fullest picture of later life in this country.

If you’re a born ‘people person’ with impeccable organisational skills, bags of enthusiasm and creativity, and love nothing more than a good chat, this could be the perfect role for you

This opportunity would also be well suited to a journalism graduate looking to further develop their interviewing and writing skills.

This role is subject to a DBS check.

We operate a hybrid-working model, a blend of home and office working. This role will include one day per week working from our London office. Your travel costs to the London office are not covered by the charity.

The below competencies will be assessed at the indicated stage of the recruitment process: Application = A, Interview = I, Test = T, Presentation = P

Experience
•    Experience of writing features and profiles (including examples). A, I, P
•    Track record in identifying, writing and editing compelling stories about people. A, I

Skills and knowledge
•    Excellent verbal and written communication skills A, I, T
•    Excellent attention to detail A
•    Database proficiency A
•    High levels of organisation and the ability to multi-task A
•    Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to conduct in depth interviews A

Personal attributes
•    Ability to handle emotionally challenging stories with sensitivity A

• Competitive salary, 26 days annual leave + bank holidays + annual leave purchase scheme

• Wellbeing days – 2 paid days per year (pro rata for our part-time colleagues)

• Excellent pension scheme, life assurance, Bupa health cashback plan and EAP

• Car Benefit scheme, Cycle to Work scheme

• Home & Tech - apply to buy any Home & Tech items from 'Currys' & 'IKEA', up to £1000, and spread the cost over 12 months, interest free. (subject to affordability)

• Blue Light Card scheme

• You Did It Awards – recognition awards from £100-250.

Supporting statements and anonymisation

Candidates are expected to provide a supporting statement that explains how they meet the competencies annotated with an ‘A’ in the job description, to assess suitability for the position. Age UK acknowledges and accepts that AI may be used to support the application; we do expect candidates to personalise experience, knowledge and skills and failure to do so, may result in your application being rejected.

Please submit a Word version of your CV as it will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role. Our system is unable to anonymise supporting statements and heavily formatted CVs. Please could you remove any personal information including your name before you upload to support our inclusive recruitment process. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us if invited for interview.

Equal opportunities & Disability Confident Scheme

Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partne...

Gateways School
Harewood
Leeds
West Yorkshire
LS17 9LE

A career at Gateways School

About Gateways School

Gateways  is  an  independent  day  school  for  boys  and  girls  aged  2  to  18.  Situated  on  a  16  acre  site  in  the  rural  village  of  Harewood,
Gateways is conveniently located on the main artery between Leeds and Harrogate.

Gateways  is  a  small  school,  which  allows staff  to  know  their  pupils, recognise  their strengths  and weaknesses  and  therefore  provide a
personal education getting the best out of each and every child who come through the gates.

Aims and Ethos

Gateways  is  a  forward-thinking  school  built  on  traditional
values.

Our ethos is rooted in three core values which apply to all of
our stakeholders, that of Growth, Wellbeing & Success.

At Gateways we:

o Grow our knowledge, skills and confidence, supporting

others to do the same;

o Build our resilience and self-awareness in a kind and

inclusive environment;

o Achieve our full potential in preparation for the next

challenge.

Staff Benefits*

o Free lunch during term time

o Access to a defined contribution pension scheme, including 4 x

death in service benefit and income protection

o Access to a staff wellbeing room

o Access to an employee assistance programme (EAP)

o Access to CPD, including The Teachers CPD Academy and

TES Develop

o Cycle to work and electric car schemes

o Fee remission for eligible children

*subject to eligibility

Teacher of Computer Science

Introduction

We are looking to recruit a talented, enthusiastic and inspirational Teacher of Computer
Science to join an established and extremely successful Department.

The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator who will convey their passion for all
areas of Computer Science including coding, new developments in technology, digital literacy
skills and interactive computing to pupils of all ages and abilities. You will be willing to make a
full contribution to the development of the teaching and learning of Computer Science
throughout the school, including the Prep Department. You will be expected to deliver
exciting and varied lessons which engage pupils and encourage them to develop their skills
and understanding of the subject. You will also be keen to develop extra-curricular
programmes to promote curiosity and STEAM engagement. The ideal candidate should show
initiative and confidence in the subject, aiming to stretch our able pupils whilst also having
the flexibility to support our less able pupils. You will be a High School Form Tutor helping to
support pupils' wellbeing.

The department offers AQA GCSE Computer Science and either A Level Computer Science or
a level 3 equivalent, tailored to the needs and interests of the cohort.

At Key Stage 3 the scheme of work includes computational thinking, coding, online app
development and web design using HTML.

Computer Science is taught in a well-equipped IT suite and on pupils Microsoft Surface Pro
devices. All pupils across High School and Sixth Form are issued with a school Surface Pro
device.  The department uses BBC Microbits and Raspberry Pi devices to explore interactive
and control programming.

Key Conditions

❖ Start Date: 1st September 2026.

❖ Contract: Part time, Permanent.

❖ Salary: FTE annual salary of £32,701 - £47,523

                 depending on experience

Purpose of the Role & General Responsibilities

Purpose of the Role

General responsibilities, including personal and professional conduct

• To teach Computer Science to a high standard to mixed ability cohorts.

• Be responsible for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

• To promote improvement of academic standards throughout the School.

• Follow all School policies and procedures, including the Staff Code of Conduct.

• To raise standards of pupil attainment and achievement within teaching groups and to monitor and

• Attend meetings, staff briefings and CPD sessions.

support pupil progress, growth and success in line with the expectations of the school.

• Attend all training and development days.

• To accurately track the progress and achievements of pupils within teaching groups and provide

feedback to enable them to progress at least in line with expectations.

• To be accountable for pupil progress and development within teaching groups against targets set by

the school using prior attainment data.

• To provide support and intervention for pupils at risk of under-achieving so supporting their well-

being.

• To make effective use of physical and on-line resources within and outside of lessons.

• To participate in collaborative planning and sharing good practice with other members of the

Department.

• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous development, identify opportunities for professional

development and undertake training opportunities where appropriate.

• Maintain confidentiality inside and outside the School, following all GDPR and Data Protection
...

Employment & Resilience Coach

• Job Category
• Care Leavers | Corporate Services
• Location
• Somerset, United Kingdom
• Salary
• £32,000 per annum
• Closing date
• 31/01/2026
• Ref
• 0
• Contract type
• Fixed Term
• Total hours per week
• 40
• Description
• Employment & Resilience CoachSalary: Circa £32,000 per annumLocation: Mendip & South SomersetContract: Full-time, fixed term till September 2027.Looking for a role where you can genuinely change lives?

  Be a catalyst for change in the lives of care-experienced young people (aged 16 to 24). As part of a collaborative, multi-agency team, you’ll deliver targeted one-to-one and on occasion small group coaching that equips young people with the confidence, skills, and mindset needed to thrive in the world of work.

  Your role will focus on developing their employability - enhancing job readiness, communication, and workplace resilience. By helping them overcome barriers, you will empower them to achieve lasting success in education, training, and sustainable employment.

  This role sits within a unique collaboration between Somerset Council and Shaw Trust, focused on helping young people transition confidently into employment, training, and education.

  What the role involves:

  As an Employment & Resilience Coach, you’ll support a caseload of young people, helping them build the confidence, skills and resilience they need to succeed. Support will be tailored to the individual, recognising that no two journeys are the same.

  Key responsibilities include:

  · Manage and provide intensive support to a caseload of referred care experienced young people (up to 15, depending on complexity of cases): provide advice and guidance, identify expectations and how stakeholders can assist the young person should this be necessary.

  · Work closely with the young person’s key worker and promote a team around the child approach. Support young people in securing and thriving in employment, training, apprenticeships, and supported internships. Your role is key in bridging the gap between opportunity and sustained success.

  · Assessing employment readiness and developing action plans tailored to individual needs

  · Supporting with job searches, CV writing, applications, interview prep and work placements

  · Helping overcome practical barriers such as transport, childcare, or confidence issues

  · Engaging with employers to ensure placements are positive and well-supported

  · Work in partnership with Somerset Council Leaving Care, Children Looked After, Statutory Virtual School, Health and Education Teams and other stakeholders.

  · Recording progress, meeting KPIs, and sharing case studies that show real-world impact

  · Promoting diversity, inclusion and safeguarding at every stage of the journey

  You’ll play a key part in reducing the number of young people who are NEET (Not in Education, Employment or Training) and helping them access real, sustainable opportunities.

  You will be part of a small team of 2 covering Somerset as a whole with support from a range of professionals across Children’s Services at Somerset Council and employment support from The Shaw Trust.

  Who we’re looking for:

  We’re looking for someone who’s passionate about helping young people unlock their potential – especially those who’ve faced significant challenges. You’ll need to be organised, empathetic, and confident in working independently and as part of a wider team.

  Essential:

  · A good standard of education (minimum 5 GCSEs at grade C/Level 4 or above or equivalent)

  · A Level 3 vocational qualification or equivalent relevant experience

  · Experience supporting vulnerable or care-experienced young people

  · Experience of working within multi-agency teams

  · Understanding of and ideally experienced in building resilience and improving the employability skills of vulnerable and/or care experienced young people to better cope with transition and change.

  · Ability to complete assessments and build meaningful support plans

  · Committed to listening to the voice of care experienced young people and working with them to co-design a positive future for them.

  · Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle – this role covers all of Somerset

  · Willingness to work flexibly to meet the needs of young people (occasional early starts or later finishes)

  Desirable:

  · Knowledge of the employment, training and education landscape

  · Experience working to target...

Student Trustee
Recruitment Pack

Kensington Gore
London
SW7 2EU

Email: george.blake@rca.ac.uk

Dear Applicant,

Thank you for your interest in becoming a Student Trustee of the Royal College of Art Students’
Union (RCASU). We are a dynamic charity with a bright future and are always looking for ways to
improve and to serve our members - the students of the RCA.

A strong and active Board of Trustees is essential to the RCASU, as we endeavour to build on our past
successes and continue to look to the future. With a 2022-27 strategic plan, a refurbished bar,
student space and Students’ Union office, it’s an exciting time for the RCASU. To support ongoing
strong Students’ Union governance and achievement of our strategic goals, we currently have a
vacancy for an external trustee to provide additional external perspective to the Board. Helping to
ensure that everything we do, while being led by students and in their best interests, is also
compliant with best charity practice.

Our current vision is that every student will have an excellent student experience at the RCA. Our
mission is to enrich the student experience through opportunities, support, influence and action. We
have achieved a lot but there is more we aspire to. As you can see from our Strategic Plan, we are
ambitious and want to have a real impact for our members and to  ensure that students are at the
heart of the organisation.

Our Values:

This pack should provide you with everything that you need to support your application; it contains:

● Role description and person specification
● Governance and Management arrangements
● Organisational Structure
● Application Form
● Student Trustee declaration Form
● Equal Opportunities Monitoring form

Yours faithfully,

Jacqui Moore
Chair of the Trustee Board

George Blake
Director, Students’ Union

Role Description

Purpose

The Trustees are ultimately responsible, individually and collectively, for all activity within RCASU.

The Board of Trustees is responsible for:
● setting the vision and values of the organisation;
● ensuring the delivery of organisational purpose;
● the development and agreement of a long-term strategy;
● approving and monitoring plans to deliver the strategy;
● providing support to the Director

Key responsibilities

All Trustees have a duty to:

● ensure that the RCASU acts in accordance with its charitable objects and governing documents;
● ensure that RCASU remains true to its Mission, Vision and Values;
● help RACSU achieve its objectives and benefits the members;
● ensure that the RCASU complies with all relevant legislation and regulations;
● ensure that the RCASU does not undertake activities that put its financial stability, members or
reputation at undue risk;
● work with other Trustees and staff in a constructive manner;
● participate fully in Board meetings;
● use their personal skills and experience to ensure the RCASU is well run and efficient;
● seek professional external advice where there may be a risk to the Union or where the
Trustees may be in breach of  their duties;
● add value to the Board and the Union through generating ideas, challenging the status quo,
broadening thinking and  supporting and promoting innovation and creativity.

Person Specification

Knowledge

A good understanding of the issues affecting students at
the RCA.

Awareness of the current issues affecting Higher
Education.

Skills

The ability to constructively question ideas.

The ability to value and appreciate different perspectives
and opinions.

The ability to think strategically and make informed
decisions.

The ability to scrutinise financial documents

The ability to communicate effectively with people at all
levels.

Values

An individual who is committed to equality, diversity and
inclusion who actively seeks to remove barriers to
equality.

A role model who consistently demonstrates honesty and
integrity.

The post of Trustee is voluntary and unpaid.

Equality of Opportunity & Diversity

Essential

Desirable

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

The RCASU is committed to the principles of equality of opportunity and will endeavour to meet
the needs of any candidate who fulfils the requirements of the person specification.

At the RCASU, we take inclusion and diversity seriously. We know that getting this right is critical
for us to live our organisational values: Independence, Transparency, Equality, Inclusivity and
Sustainability.

We are always trying to improve our way of working to be more inclusive and equal. Everyone is
welcome and supported in their development at all stages in their journey with us.

Expenses

All out-of-pocket expenses will be refunded. This will include reimbursement of travel costs to all
meetings, and other reasonable  costs incurred whilst carrying out the duties of being an RCASU
Trustee.

Term of Office

The term of office is up to 1 year currently, this may be renewed for a further term of office.

Expected Time Commitment

The time commitment for ...

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Teaching Assistant

Nottingham High School has an exciting vacancy for a Teaching Assistant role in our Infant School, Lovell House as soon as possible.

The role is offered at 1 FTE with the working hours of 08:00 - 18:00 Monday to Friday on a term time only basis. This is a fixed term contract for until 3rd July 2026 but there is potential for this role to become permanent. The salary offered is competitive and based upon experience.

This is a great opportunity to be the friendly and welcoming face to those using Lovell House, and to become the central point for parents to contact with queries.

At Nottingham High School, we aim to give you all the support you need to nurture your talent, develop and reach your professional and personal career goals. We are committed to providing competitive employment packages whilst supporting the wellbeing of our staff to help them reach their full potential. As a member of our team, you will have access to a range of benefits and rewards, including fitness and health facilities, complimentary refreshments and a contributory pension scheme. In addition, we offer discounted travel to work and car parking.

Interested in applying? Please complete the attached application form

No standalone CVs or agencies please. Completed application forms should be sent electronically to jobs@nottinghamhigh.co.uk.

The closing date will be 9am Monday 2nd February 2026. Interviews will be held Monday 9th February 2026. 

Nottingham High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and any appointment will be subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure as well as any other pre-employment checks.  In addition, Nottingham High School does not hold a sponsor licence and does not have current plans to obtain one.  Applicants must be aware of their individual responsibility to provide the necessary documents to confirm the right to work in the UK as a part of our pre-employment checks.

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Any Questions?

Please Contact Recruitment at jobs@nottinghamhigh.co.uk

Job Introduction

Are you passionate about helping young people reach their full potential? Doucecroft School, part of Autism Anglia, is looking for a TA Assistant to join our friendly and dedicated team.

The TA is responsible for providing significant contribution towards the education and welfare of the learners; including direct practical interaction in a teaching, caring and supervisory capacity as well as being actively involved in the delivery of all areas of the curriculum. Regularly meeting with the Class Teacher to discuss the timetable and lesson planning, in order to provide cover for the class teacher where necessary.

Find out more about our school here: Doucecroft School

Location

Doucecroft School, Eight Ash Green, Colchester, CO6

Salary

£23,229.82 per annum (term-time only, plus additional training days)

Hours

38.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 39 weeks per year (term time only) plus 3 training days during school holidays

What the role involves

• Under the direction of the Class Teacher, help prepare for lessons, contribute towards and carry out schemes of work and Individual Student Plans (ISPs)
• Retain an up-to-date knowledge of each student’s stage of development with regard to assessment, communication, ISPs and management programmes and share information with colleagues as might be appropriate
• Supervise out of school visits and activities in line with school policies and practices
• To participate in a wide range of physical activities with students e.g. swimming, ice skating, horse riding
• Analyse and simplify tasks and present information in a meaningful and appropriate manner to each student
• Maintain an awareness of, and interest in, the developments within the field of curriculum development for students with autistic spectrum disorders
• Assist in keeping careful and accurate records
• Ensure student and staff safety is maintained at all times, managing challenging and unpredictable situations
• Attend parents’ evenings, case conferences and meetings as meetings as necessary, some of which may be outside working hours
• Ensure teaching materials and resources are suitable, in good order and that an adequate supply is available for the task
• Assist in preparing students for departure from school
• Carry out playground duties in line with school policy
• Support the students in maintaining personal hygiene
• Work closely with the Class Teacher and other staff maintaining close links with the Senior LSA and Learning Support Assistants
• Maintain good relationships with parents/carers, outside agencies and the general public with a high degree of personal and professional integrity
• Have a good understanding of autism and treat students with dignity and respect and to be aware of the vulnerability of students at the school
• Ensure that the School’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policies and Procedures are promoted within the school and adhered to by all members of staff
• Participate fully in the school’s supervision system in relation to your own professional development
• Be familiar with and put into practice all school policies and procedures

What we’re looking for

• NVQ Level 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning (desirable but not essential).
• You must have previous experience as an LSA or TA in a school setting
• Maths and English GCSE Grade C/4 or above.
• Experience of working with learners with autism or learning disabilities (highly advantageous).
• A valid driving licence (desirable).

Most importantly, we’re looking for someone with patience, enthusiasm, and a genuine passion for supporting young people.

Benefits & Support

At Doucecroft, we know our staff are at the heart of everything we do, so we make sure you’re supported too. We provide:

• Staff wellbeing programmes and mental health support
• Free counselling service
• Comprehensive training and supervision
• Free on-site parking
• Exclusive discounts with major retailers, restaurants & more via the Blue Light Card
• A supportive and accessible leadership team, always available for guidance and assist...