Vacancies

Early Years Deputy Manager and SENCO

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Job purpose and Context

The Deputy Manager and SENCo will be a compassionate, kind, and caring leader who seeks to motivate and inspire practitioners to work with children and parents to the best of their ability. The Deputy Manager with work in partnership with the Early Years Manager to create a warm and friendly environment for both the staff and the children and families with who we are working. A focus will be on delivering high quality, inclusive and engaging learning opportunities for children aged 1-4 and to fulfil the role of named SENCo for the setting. As a key member of the management team at the setting, you will work effectively with stakeholders and develop positive relationships with parents/carers.

The role involves working with and supporting the Early Years Manager and fulfilling managerial responsibilities in the manager’s absence.

Salary: £21,700 (£31,159 FTE)

Hours: 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (term time only)

Please complete and return the application from before Friday 29 August.

Vacancies

Early Years Deputy Manager and SENCO

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About

Job purpose and Context

The Deputy Manager and SENCo will be a compassionate, kind, and caring leader who seeks to motivate and inspire practitioners to work with children and parents to the best of their ability. The Deputy Manager with work in partnership with the Early Years Manager to create a warm and friendly environment for both the staff and the children and families with who we are working. A focus will be on delivering high quality, inclusive and engaging learning opportunities for children aged 1-4 and to fulfil the role of named SENCo for the setting. As a key member of the management team at the setting, you will work effectively with stakeholders and develop positive relationships with parents/carers.

The role involves working with and supporting the Early Years Manager and fulfilling managerial responsibilities in the manager’s absence.

Salary: £21,700 (£31,159 FTE)

Hours: 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (term time only)

Please complete and return the application from before Friday 29 August.

Specialist Community Social Worker

£34k – 40k (Pro Rata and subject to experience)

Part-time 21.6 hours per week.

Full time annual leave entitlement is 28 days.

The newly created Community Social Worker will play a vital role in supporting adults and improving the lives of individuals, families, and groups from within the Deaf, hard of hearing, deafened, Deafblind community

We value the opportunity to work creatively, flexibly and provide quality time, keeping ‘caseloads low’ so we can connect the community with the resources, services, and opportunities they need to enhance and maintain their physical and mental wellbeing.

You are a compassionate empathic practitioner who has excellent interpersonal skills who can build and maintain relationships with individuals who may be experiencing difficult times.

You will have extensive knowledge of the local community resources and services to facilitate, empower individuals and groups, to grow and connect to the right support and resources.

A strength based approach will underpin your approach to problem solving to help people navigate through challenges and find person led interventions and strategies.

You are committed and able to clearly demonstrate the professional standards of social work, from theory to application using up to date best practices.

Joining a highly supportive and compassionate social work team diverse in their different skills and strengths, you will be self-motivated and equally work well as part of a team.

Culturally aware you will have an avid interest and understanding of the need of Deaf, hard of hearing, deafened, Deafblind community. Be passionate about promoting accessible services for those in Surrey.

Excellent communication and IT skills, the ability to work flexibly, collaborate with others, and have an enthusiastic ‘can do’ approach are essential.

You must be a Registered Qualified Social Worker with an up-to-date registration. We welcome applications from the Deaf Community who can confidently communicate in British Sign Language. If you are not fluent in BSL (level 2 min) yet bring other strengths, we will support your learning to excel in your role and access interpreters.

Sensory Services by Sight for Surrey is an inclusive organisation dedicated to enabling and empowering people who are Deaf, hard of hearing, blind, partially sighted, and deafblind. We champion independence, where people thrive in their communities and achieve their aspirations. We are a countywide charity based in Fetcham near Leatherhead.

We can offer you:

• A generous annual leave allowance (full time annual leave entitlement is 28 days per annum, plus bank holidays).
• Investment in your development, with training opportunities available.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Pension contributions matched up to 6% using the Pensions Trust.
• Annual flu vaccinations and an eye test every two years with a contribution towards work related glasses.
• Wide range of training opportunities suitable for your role.
• A growing range of other staff benefits.
• A fun and friendly team!

A Disclosure and Barring Service will be required which we can arrange.

This is an office-based role with travel across the county. You must be able to travel independently across the county on a daily basis to meet the needs of the community.

A British Sign Language video about the role is available to view through the following link to our Vimeo page Specialist Community Social Worker.

An application pack can be downloaded below:

Job Profile- Specialist Community Social Worker Jan 2025

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Job Description

Operational Manager – Adult and Children’s Services

Reports to:

Salary:

Hours:

Manager of Adult and Children’s Outreach
Services
£36,500 plus on call allowance

40 hours per week plus the expectation of evening
and weekend as required.

Location:

May Terrace, Giffnock, Glasgow. G46 6LD

Main purpose of post

Working as a key member of the Outreach Services Operational Management
Team  (OMT)  with  a  focus  on  the  delivery,  growth  and  development  of  high
quality personalised support services to adult, children and young people.

You will work closely with the Service Manager and CMT to deliver the vision
for the service, developing a consistent and unified offer to families we support.
In doing so, you will maximise the impact of existing relationships and future
stakeholder  engagement  to  ensure  the  strongest  opportunities  to  develop
services and obtain funding.

Develop and maintain an in-depth knowledge of local service delivery as well
as  unmet  needs,  identifying  changes  and  trends  relevant  to  the  delivery  of
existing and new services and act on these.

To lead and develop support teams to deliver personalised, new and innovative
service models to help children and young people who have a learning disability
and/or additional needs lead the lives of their choosing.

Deputise for the Manager of Outreach Services as required and to contribute to
the overall development of Cosgrove’s Services. To uphold the organisations
standards and values and contribute to the overall success of Cosgrove Care.

Work as part of the on-call rota providing professional and comprehensive on-
call support.

Date Updated:  December 2025

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Key Responsibilities

The Operational Manager will:

•  Have a strong commitment to delivering supports and services consistent with the

organisational values and person-led in approach.

•  Lead, drive and empower the support teams to work together to meet individual

outcomes and enhance young peoples’ lives.

•  Lead the staff team, ensuring that the needs of the people we support and their
families are being met to the highest standard whilst complying with the social care
regulatory framework.

•  To be focused on delivering supports and services consistent with UNCRPD and

UNCRC at all times.

•  Have  ultimate  responsibility  for  staffing  levels,  recruiting  appropriately  in  a  way

that is proactive, planned, safe and personalised.

•  Manage and support the Assistant Team Lead to implement rota systems ensuring
staff are matched and deployed appropriately in line with the needs of the people
we support, managing absence and changes as required and ensuring accurate,
up to date reporting with other organisational departments including HR, Finance
and administration.

•  Play a lead role in new service development, working with partners across sectors

and families/carers in a professional manner.

•  Play a lead role in developing innovative service models in line with organisational

strategy.

•  Ensure the support teams are properly trained and  take part in regular learning

and development activity to maximise their competence and confidence.

•  Undertake  delivery  of  training  in  line  with  Cosgrove’s  developing  vision  for  our

learning and development function.

•  Manage  quality  checks, audits  and  quality  management  systems,  such as  daily

assurances in line with organisational policy and practice.

•  Manage  all  aspects  of  people  management  including  annual  leave,  sickness
absence, disciplinary and grievance matters, performance management, support
and supervision. To take an active role in staff well-being and engagement in line
with organisational direction and focus.

•  Ensure safety checks are being carried out as scheduled in line with Health and
Safety guidelines/policy and contribute to H and S Forums and improved practice
as appropriate.

•  To  take  responsibility  for  implementation  of  infection  control  procedures

Date Updated:  December 2025

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undertaking  additional  training  as  required.  Completing  risk  assessments  and
ensuring appropriate mitigations are actioned.

•  To  work  positively  with  other  organisational  functions  including  Finance,  HR,
Quality  Management,  Strategic  Development,  Training,  Volunteering  and
Administration.

•  Have  knowledge  of  the  Outreach  Service  budget  and  work  closely  with  the
Outreach  Service  Manager  to  ensure  the  service  operates  within  the  allocated
budget.

•  Be proactive in keeping up to date with best practice, legislation and developments
within social care and co-ordinate and contribute to your continuous professional
development (CPD) and encourage staff to do the same.

•  To  ensure  oversight  of  Personal  Plans,  ensuring  all  are  outcomes  focused,
professional and in line with the wishes and choices of people we support and their
families, regularly reviewed and risk assessed.
...

Practitioner Psychologist

• Job Reference: 292667HLL
• Date Posted: 5 January 2026
• Recruiter: Social Interest Group
• Location: Croydon, London
• Salary: £60,000
• Role: Frontline jobs
• Job type: Permanent
• Work hours: Full Time

Job Description

Job Title: Practitioner Psychologist

Location: Based in Croydon. Unfortunately this service does not have step free access.

Salary: £60,000 (Full Time Equivalent) Equivalent 8A NHS Banding

Shift Pattern: 22.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday working between 09:00 - 17:00, although some flexibility may be required at times with service needs. Working days can be agreed upon next stages of the interview process.

About the Role

We're looking for an experienced Registered Practitioner Psychologist with a background in clinical psychology to join our team in Croydon. The service offers a psychologically informed environment across four sites, providing low to high support forensic mental health services to our residents with forensic mental health needs, complex conditions, and dual diagnosis. In this role, you will drive the delivery of evidence based psychological assessments and interventions aimed at the rehabilitation and reintegration of our residents into the communities. This is a creative, evolving, and impactful role which works closely with our Group Psychological Lead and wider teams to provide support to staff and at times residents to support in providing a streamlined and psychologically informed service.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Provide advice, guidance, and support to the team with supporting our residents to overcome personal challenges and create a supportive environment
• Advise and streamline best practices, and enhance the overall skills and expertise of the team to deliver high quality care and support
• Provide clinical supervision to the team
• Provide highly specialised psychological assessments for our residents with mental health and complex needs
• Exercise full clinical responsibility for residents psychological care as a care coordinator within a multidisciplinary team
• Formulate and implement plans for various therapy routes and management of assessing mental health conditions based upon appropriate conceptual frameworks and evidence-based practices

About You

We're looking for someone who is a self-starter, able to proactively encourage, take leadership and ownership for creating a psychologically informed environment. You will be able to communicate highly complex and sensitive information effectively within the organisation and with external partners, collaborating with external stakeholders regularly in a multidisciplinary approach. You will be able to utilise your own expertise and support in empowering the wider team to enhance their skills to deliver a service which is supportive, safe, and in line with best practice for the organisation and external regulatory bodies.

• HCPC Registration is essential
• Post-graduate doctoral level training as a Registered Practitioner Psychologist including models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics, and neuropsychology, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology
• Previous experience working as a qualified clinical and/or forensic psychologist, including working with people with complex backgrounds/needs and a good understanding of the sector we run our services in
• Ability to teach, train, consult, and deliver clinical supervision
• Understanding of criminology, psychology, and behavioural patterns, and how they link to different behaviours and engagement
• Ability to understand and apply safeguarding protocols as they arise
• Ability and willingness to show flexibility in working patterns, responding to the needs of the service and residents
• Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency

Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.

What we Offer

• 25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service
• Employer Pension Contribution
• Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card
• Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more
• Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health ...

Job Title:
Reporting to:
Hours of Work:
Contract Type:
Contract Type:

Job Description –

Early Years Learning Assistant
Head of Boardman
Full Time (42.5 hours per week, 35 weeks)
Fixed Term
Fixed – Until July 2026

General Role:
•  We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Early Years Learning Assistant (LA) to join our team at
Beachborough School. As an LA, you will play a crucial role in supporting pupils, helping them to
reach their full potential.

•   The role involves working with children within our Nursery and Kindergarten, possibly Reception.
•  To be responsible for the education and welfare of the children under your care in accordance with
the requirements of the Conditions of Employment of School Teachers, having regard to the values
and mission statement of Beachborough School and implementing the policies as laid down by the
Head and Governing Body.

•  To share in the corporate responsibility for the wellbeing, and pastoral care of all pupils, including

Prevent Duty.

•  It  is  the  responsibility of  all  staff to  be  able  to  source,  understand and  apply  all  school  policies

appertaining to their position.

•  The successful candidate will be line managed by the Head of the Boardman, with the support of

the Early Years Phase Leader.

Supervision Arrangements:
•  Observation of classroom support/additional input work by the Head of Learning Support

Specific:

In relation to
pupils

In relation to
teachers

•  Support children’s learning through play-based and structured

activities tailored to early years development.

•  Assist with the personal, social, and emotional development of

pupils, fostering independence and confidence.

•  Provide one-on-one or small group support to children with
additional needs, including those with SEND or EHCPs.

•  Prepare and use resources and materials to support learning and

sensory development.

•  Observe and record children’s progress, contributing to learning

journals and assessments.

•  Encourage positive behaviour and help children understand routines

and expectations.

•  Supervise children during transitions, playtimes, and mealtimes,

ensuring safety and wellbeing.

•  Ongoing liaison with parents/carers as required.
•  Supervising children at break times.
•  Collaborate with class teachers to plan and deliver engaging and age-

appropriate learning activities.

•  Provide feedback on pupil progress, behaviour, and engagement to

inform planning and support strategies.

•  Assist in setting up and tidying learning environments, including

displays and activity stations.

In relation to
working with the
Learning Success
Team
In  relation  to  the
whole school

•  Support the implementation of individual learning plans and

interventions.

•  Help manage classroom behaviour and maintain a calm, nurturing

atmosphere.

•  Use technology to support teaching and learning, including

interactive whiteboards and educational apps.

•  Participate in planning meetings, training sessions, and parent

communication as required.

•
•

Liaison with the Learning Success Department e.g., attending weekly
meetings.

•  To timetable and participate in CPD opportunities relating to SEND.
•  To take part in annual appraisal process.
•  Uphold  and  model  the  school’s  values,  policies,  and  safeguarding

procedures at all times.

•  Participate in school events, assemblies, and enrichment activities.
•  Contribute to the wider school community by supporting cross-phase

activities or whole-school initiatives.

•  Attend  staff  meetings  and  professional  development  sessions  to

enhance skills and knowledge.

•  Maintain  confidentiality  and  professionalism  in  all  interactions  with

pupils, staff, and families.

•  Support the school’s commitment to inclusion, equality, and diversity.
•  Take part in supervision duties before, during, and after the school day

as needed.

SAFEGUARDING
At Beachborough, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is  everyone’s responsibility.
Everyone  who comes  into contact  with children and their families and carers has a role to play in
safeguarding children. In order to fulfil this responsibility effectively, all practitioners should make sure
their approach is child-centred, this means that they should consider, at all times, what is in the best
interests of the child.

The  post  holders  must adhere  to and ensure  compliance  with the  school’s Safeguarding and Child
Protection Policy at all times. If, in the course of carrying out the duties of the post, the post-holder
becomes aware of any actual or potential risks to the safety or welfare of children in the school, he/she
must report any concerns to the DSL.
Beachborough is committed to safeguarding, child protection and promoting the welfare of children
and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo all necessary
pre-employment checks. Full details are given on the application form and ...

Job Title:
Reporting to:
Hours of Work:
Contract Type:
Contract Type:

Job Description –

Early Years Learning Assistant
Head of Boardman
P/T (27.5 hours per week, 35 weeks)
Fixed Term
Fixed – Until July 2026

General Role:
•  We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Early Years Learning Assistant (LA) to join our team at
Beachborough School. As an LA, you will play a crucial role in supporting pupils, helping them to
reach their full potential.

•   As an Early Years Learning Assistant, the role involves working with children across our Nursery,

Kindergarten and Reception.

•  To be responsible for the education and welfare of the children under your care in accordance with
the requirements of the Conditions of Employment of School Teachers, having regard to the values
and mission statement of Beachborough School and implementing the policies as laid down by the
Head and Governing Body.

•  To share in the corporate responsibility for the wellbeing, and pastoral care of all pupils, including

Prevent Duty.

•  It  is  the  responsibility of  all  staff to  be  able  to  source,  understand and  apply  all  school  policies

appertaining to their position.

•  The successful candidate will be line managed by the Head of the Boardman, with the support of

the Early Years Phase Leader.

Supervision Arrangements:
•  Observation of classroom support/additional input work by the Head of Learning Support

Specific:

In relation to
pupils

In relation to
teachers

•  Support children’s learning through play-based and structured

activities tailored to early years development.

•  Assist with the personal, social, and emotional development of

pupils, fostering independence and confidence.

•  Provide one-on-one or small group support to children with
additional needs, including those with SEND or EHCPs.

•  Prepare and use resources and materials to support learning and

sensory development.

•  Observe and record children’s progress, contributing to learning

journals and assessments.

•  Encourage positive behaviour and help children understand routines

and expectations.

•  Supervise children during transitions, playtimes, and mealtimes,

ensuring safety and wellbeing.

•  Ongoing liaison with parents/carers as required.
•  Supervising children at break times.
•  Collaborate with class teachers to plan and deliver engaging and age-

appropriate learning activities.

•  Provide feedback on pupil progress, behaviour, and engagement to

inform planning and support strategies.

•  Assist in setting up and tidying learning environments, including

displays and activity stations.

In relation to
working with the
Learning Success
Team
In  relation  to  the
whole school

•  Support the implementation of individual learning plans and

interventions.

•  Help manage classroom behaviour and maintain a calm, nurturing

atmosphere.

•  Use technology to support teaching and learning, including

interactive whiteboards and educational apps.

•  Participate in planning meetings, training sessions, and parent

•

communication as required.
Liaison with the Learning Success Department e.g., attending weekly
meetings.

•  To timetable and participate in CPD opportunities relating to SEND.
•  To take part in annual appraisal process.
•  Uphold  and  model  the  school’s  values,  policies,  and  safeguarding

procedures at all times.

•  Participate in school events, assemblies, and enrichment activities.
•  Contribute to the wider school community by supporting cross-phase

activities or whole-school initiatives.

•  Attend  staff  meetings  and  professional  development  sessions  to

enhance skills and knowledge.

•  Maintain  confidentiality  and  professionalism  in  all  interactions  with

pupils, staff, and families.

•  Support the school’s commitment to inclusion, equality, and diversity.
•  Take part in supervision duties before, during, and after the school day

as needed.

SAFEGUARDING
At Beachborough, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is  everyone’s responsibility.
Everyone  who comes  into contact  with children and their families and carers has a role to play in
safeguarding children. In order to fulfil this responsibility effectively, all practitioners should make sure
their approach is child-centred, this means that they should consider, at all times, what is in the best
interests of the child.

The  post  holders  must adhere  to and ensure  compliance  with the  school’s Safeguarding and Child
Protection Policy at all times. If, in the course of carrying out the duties of the post, the post-holder
becomes aware of any actual or potential risks to the safety or welfare of children in the school, he/she
must report any concerns to the DSL.
Beachborough is committed to safeguarding, child protection and promoting the welfare of children
and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo all necessary
pre-employment checks. Full details are given on the...

We are looking to recruit a Paediatric Lead to come on board for 12 months to provide maternity cover, stepping in to effectively manage the Paediatric Nursing Service in the Outpatient Department and the inpatient ward of New Victoria Hospital.

Promote high standards of patient centred care and the professional development of staff within the framework of the hospital strategy for paediatrics all while establishing, monitoring and maintaining the professional standards of the Paediatric Nursing Service.

Head of Children, Youth and Intergenerational Discipleship

• London
• Permanent contract, Full-time
• Salary: £60,000 – £64,000 per annum
• Closing date for applications: 12 noon, Tuesday 10 February 2026
• Interview date: Tuesday 10 March 2026
• *In accordance with the Equality Act 2010: Part 1, Schedule 9, there is a genuine occupational requirement for the post holder to be a Christian and/or a member of the United Reformed Church or member of a Church which belongs to one or more of World Communion of Reformed Churches (WCRC), Disciples Ecumenical Consultative Council (DECC), the Council for World Mission (CWM) Action of Churches Together in Scotland (ACTS), Churches Together in England (CTE), Churches together in Wales (Cytun), Free Churches Group (FCG) or Churches Together in Britain and Ireland (CTBI)*
• This post also requires a satisfactory enhanced DBS certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Job Advert

Are you a dynamic and effective practitioner able to empower children and young people? Do you have a good understanding of current theological thinking around the ministry of children, youth and intergenerational discipleship? Are you able to develop and maintain positive relationships with partners to ensure the voices of children and youth are heard in the Church? Can you guide, manage and support work in a changing context that will lead to confidence and growth?

As a self- motivated leader in the field, you will be a strategic thinker, able to link theology with the necessary strategies needed for children youth and intergenerational ministry, with a proven track record in developing and delivering programmes at denominational level. You will also have ability to determine priorities within available resources, operating at pace to deliver effectively through others. This experience will have ensured you are a skilled communicator, highly organised, with excellent people management skills.

We offer you a flexible and friendly hybrid work environment from the Office of General Assembly in London and from home.

Apply for this post

If you are interested in working for us and can meet the above requirements, please read the job description and complete the job application form.

Send the completed job application form to:

Human Resources
The United Reformed Church
86 Tavistock Place
London
WC1H 9RT

Or email it to recruitment@urc.org.uk

Please note, we do not accept CVs.

Job reference:AP CG

I am looking for someone to support my 11 -year-old son who is non-verbal with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) as well as an intellectual disability and who lives with me. The current situation is that my son has difficulty engaging in any after school activities due to a lack of routine.

The aim would be to assist me and my son building up confidence in getting him engaged more with activities outside home such as swimming in particular as the aquatic environment is beneficial to improve his mood and provide exercise. He also very much enjoys trampolining. The long-term goal is to establish a safe routine for my son to get settled in out of school activities to such a degree that I can also spend more time with my other teenage daughter who currently lives with her grandparents.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is interested in or training towards Allied Healthcare/Education disciplines such as Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy, Education/Child Development. The main part of the post is to support a young 11-year-old boy to pursue his hobbies/interests and provide support with learning and communication through play. Direction will be given by myself and full training will be provided on the job.

Applicant will support the boy using behavioural strategies and techniques, communication method such as PECS, sensory and emotional strategies.

• Duties will include supporting the child to undertake a variety of social, learning activities including building up confidence in travelling in public transport.
• Initially shadowing and working alongside me as the boy’s mum in order to increase confidence in developing routines outside the family home so that my son becomes settled enough to pursue social activities with the support worker and independently from his mum’s presence.
• The post consists in 6 hours per week after school hours, worked flexibly doing 2-3 shifts per week to be negotiated.
• The hourly rate is £12.87 per hour.

Person Specification:

• Experience working with children with ASD as well as how to handle potential ‘meltdowns’ essential although training will be provided and the work will initially consist in shadowing and working in partnership with the boy’s parent. The role would be beneficial for those studying or have a background in education, psychology, and speech and language therapy.
• Applicants will be required to join the PVG scheme if not already a member, fees will be covered by the employer.
• This post is suited to someone that is reliable, kind, patient with a soft personality, uses initiative and is trustworthy and willing to learn on the job. The post is for female only applicants because my son builds easier rapport with female workers.

*Genuine occupational requirement

How to apply

To download an application pack please click here AP CG Application pack 2026, or call our recruitment line on 0131 475 2558 quoting the job reference AP CG.

Closing date: open

Please note Lothian Centre for Inclusive Living (LCIL) provides support to individual disabled employers. LCIL is not the employer and only provides the recruitment and administrative support to the individual employer.

Associate Professorship in Physical Geography

Associate Professorship in Physical Geography (Long-Term Landscape Change in the Past)

The School of Geography and the Environment, in association with Hertford College, seeks applications for a full-time Associate Professorship in Physical Geography with a focus on Long-Term Landscape Change in the Past.

The Associate Professorship is tenable from 1st September 2026, or at an earlier or later date by negotiation, and will be held in conjunction with a Tutorial Fellowship at Hertford College under arrangements described in the further particulars. The post-holder will be based at the School of Geography and the Environment, and Hertford College, Oxford. The appointment will be for five years in the first instance and, upon completion of a successful review, the post-holder will be eligible for reappointment to the retiring age.

The main duties of the post-holder will be to engage in research, produce high-quality publications of an international standard and to teach, supervise and examine undergraduate and graduate students. The person appointed will be expected to engage in advanced research in physical geography and to give high-quality lectures, classes and small-group teaching in geography at both undergraduate and graduate level. The appointee is expected to have expertise and a strong research interest in long-term landscape change and the necessary skills and experience to provide academic leadership of the School’s sedimentary dating facility ( https://www.geog.ox.ac.uk/research/landscape/old/index.html). Other key duties include undertaking administrative work for the School and College.

The successful candidate will hold a doctorate in Physical Geography or a closely related field, relevant to research and teaching in long-term landscape change in the past; have a proven track record of high-quality research and publications in physical geography at an international level which is complementary to the current research strengths in physical geography in the School; and evidence of rigorous and significant research plans. The post-holder will be expected to teach, supervise, and examine undergraduate and graduate students in the School of Geography, and be responsible for the organisation and teaching of the undergraduate degree at Hertford College The post-holder is also expected to engage in the citizenship and service work of the School and the College, and be committed to providing a positive, supportive and inclusive environment for all.

Salary: Combined University and College salary from £57,986 – £77,366p.a. p.a. plus additional benefits including an annual college Housing Allowance of £12,433 at current rates.

An additional allowance of £3,199 p.a. is payable upon award of Recognition of Distinction (the title of Full Professor).

Further information regarding the School of Geography and the Environment can be found at www.geog.ox.ac.uk, and further information on Hertford College is available  at https://www.hertford.ox.ac.uk/ . The further particulars, which include details of the selection criteria and application procedure may be obtained by emailing hr@ouce.ox.ac.uk or visiting  http://www.geog.ox.ac.uk/news/jobs/. Informal enquiries can be directed to Professor Giles Wiggs, Head, School of Geography and the Environment (head@ouce.ox.ac.uk) or Professor Alan Lauder, the Senior Tutor at Hertford College (senior.tutor@hertford.ox.ac.uk)

The closing date for applications is 12.00 hrs (noon) on Friday 23 January 2026. Interviews are expected to take place on Wednesday 4 March 2026. Please quote reference number 183732 on all correspondence.

The School of Geography and the Environment and Hertford College are committed to promoting a culture of equality, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. Applications are particularly welcome and encouraged from women, black, and minority ethnic candidates, who are under-represented in academic posts in Oxford. SoGE and the Hertford College are committed to equality and value diversity. The School of Geography and the Environment holds an Athena Swan Silver award in recognition of our commitment and success in addressing gender equality.

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Residential Manager

CATHERINE GRACE TRUST

37,119 - 38,396 per year

Freeman College

Full-time

2nd February 2026

Residential Manager

Based in Sheffield

You will be responsible for overseeing and supervising an allocated group of residential staff.

You will work directly with the residential staff to ensure the delivery of an appropriate extended curriculum programme to the students within the residential provision.

The post holder will need to be able work flexibly over the 7-day period. Working both on the college site and across the team houses based in Sheffield

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