COURSE COORDINATOR (BUSINESS & ENTREPRENEURSHIP) JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: COURSE COORDINATOR (BUSINESS & ENTREPRENEURSHIP) Responsible to: Course Leader (Business & Entreprenuership) Main Purpose: The Course Coordinator will support the smooth delivery and high educational quality of the Future Founders programme for students aged 14-17 by teaching lessons, assisting with workshops and project work, and contributing to the pastoral and social elements of the summer school. They will be actively involved in the teaching of the course – in the mornings and some afternoons – and will work closely with the Course Leader to ensure the course is engaging, well-run, and enjoyable for all students. Course Dates: The Future Founders (formerly LIRA) programme in 2026 will run for 2 weeks, from the 4th to the 18th of July. All candidates must attend on-site induction prior to the start date (dates outlined below). If candidates have holidays, weddings, graduations etc booked, they must mention this at the interview stage. Time off for such events cannot be guaranteed otherwise. The course is run on the Senior School campus (Sedbergh). See breakdown of dates below (subject to change). - - - 2nd July 2026: induction begins 4th – 18th July: Future Founders programme 18th – 21st July: London trip The Coordinator may be asked to assist with the London trip at the end of the course. This is a 4-day trip with all activities, accommodation, transport and meals pre-arranged by an experienced tour operator. Summer School roles are residential and involve variable hours, including evenings and weekends. Weekly pay reflects both active working hours and periods of standby/on-call duty. Staff receive one full day off per week and reasonable daily rest periods. The school cannot cover the cost of travelling to and from the school, unless accompanying students (e.g. to London). Roles and Responsibilities: To take overall responsibility for the day to day running of the Future Founders programme, which includes, and is not limited to: Support students in developing their business ideas, teamwork, and presentation skills. • Assist with the induction and site orientation of Future Founder attendees. • Deliver lessons and activities under the guidance of the Course Leader. • • Help maintain a positive, encouraging learning environment. • Assist with the organisation and facilitation of external workshops and business guest sessions. • Help coordinate resources, materials, and logistics for sessions. • Accompany and support the Course Leader on Future Founders excursions, including the Apprentice-style challenge, ensuring student safety. • Assist with selected afternoon workshops related to the course. • Engage with pupils in a friendly and professional manner, encouraging full pupil participation. • Ensure all sessions are delivered competently, professionally and safely, in accordance with Sedbergh policies and risk assessments. • Maintain accurate plans and records of lessons, workshops, and student progress. • Participate in wider afternoon and evening activities as part of the summer school staff team. • Assist within the boarding house on a rota basis, contributing to a positive residential experience. • In line with school safety, assist the Social Media Coordinator in providing effective photographic material for use in social media daily. • Manage students’ conduct and behaviour to ensure students enjoy and get the most out of the summer school programme. • Ensure the facilities used by Future Founders are returned to their original state, to include all school facilities and equipment, at the end of the course. • Assist at any time, whether on duty or not, with an emergency or where a student is injured or unhappy. • Any other tasks as required by the Course Director to ensure the smooth running of the Future Founders programme. Pre-Course Duties will include: • • Familiarising oneself with the Staff Handbook and SISS publicity materials (brochure, website etc). Liaising with the Course Director and the Future Founders Course Leader as required to prepare for the programme and to build team rapport, e.g. through Teams welcome meetings prior to the course. • Reading Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and other policy documents provided. • Completing relevant Educare training modules as instructed prior to arrival. • Familiarising oneself with all relevant fire, health and safety policy documents and risk assessments associated with the role as indicated by the Course Director. • Attending the compulsory on-site induction training prior to the course start date. • Helping set up the campus prior to the pupils’ arrival. Health and Safe...
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Pre-Prep Year 3 Class Teacher (Part-Time Maternity Cover) DS 019
- Location
- Woodstock Road, Oxford Pre-Prep
- Application Deadline
- Friday, January 23, 2026
- Job Summary
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Dragon School has an exciting opportunity for a part-time Year 3 Class Teacher (Maternity Cover) to join the team at Pre-Prep.
We are looking for a qualified teacher to teach Year 3 at the Dragon Pre-Prep (Maternity Cover). The Pre-Prep has around 210 children from Reception to Year. It is set on its own site, two miles from the Prep at Bardwell Road and has excellent facilities which are just right for our young Dragons. There are three classes in Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 and four Year 3 classes with each one supported by a Teacher and a Learning Assistant. The curriculum is structured using a theme for each half term with the aim of inspiring motivated free thinkers who can ‘reach for the sun’. The Pre-Prep Class Teacher plays a central role in delivering an engaging, ambitious, and nurturing educational experience for pupils in their care. This position requires a dynamic, reflective practitioner who can inspire young learners, uphold the school’s values, and contribute fully to the wider life of the Community. Reports to: Head of Pre-Prep
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Salary £27,500 to £31,500 gross per annum depending on skills and experience
Location Beechcroft House, Vicarage Lane, Curdridge, Hampshire
Published
3 days agoClosing
in 13 daysThis is a Temporary, Full Time vacancy that will close in 13 days at 23:59 GMT.
The Vacancy
Test & Itchen Projects Officer
Full Time – 35 hours per week
Salary: £27,500 to £31,500 depending on skills and experience
Fixed Term Contract until March 2031
Location: Beechcroft House, Vicarage Lane, Curdridge, Hampshire, SO32 2DP
Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust is shaping a wilder future for our counties – protecting special places, restoring habitats and inspiring people to act for nature. As part of the UK’s fastest-growing movement for nature’s recovery, we lead with passion, integrity and bold thinking. Join a team where your work has purpose, your ideas matter, and you can help create lasting change for wildlife and people.
We are seeking a Test & Itchen Projects Officer to join our cause.
The Project Officer will focus on delivery of the Test & Itchen Recovery Plan; a new strategic pilot hosted by the Test & Itchen Catchment Partnership. Working closely with co-hosts Wessex Rivers Trust, this role will coordinate a variety of projects and support reporting to a new TICP Strategic Leadership Group, including tracking of delivery against the new TICP’s Catchment Plan. This role is a critical link between the Catchment Partnership and Southern Water over the AMP 8 period 2025 to 2030, aiming to support Integrated Catchment Management between Southern Water and the partnership with a focus on project development.
The role has two key functions:
- Collation and coordination of projects between Southern Water and the Catchment Hosts/Catchment Partnership and the creation of a shared priority project pipeline plan.
- To support the coordination of ongoing partnership projects running with Southern Water and the Catchment Hosts/Catchment Partnership.
What you’ll be doing:
You’ll oversee and coordinate projects that improve water quality, water resource resilience and nature recovery in the catchment, making the link between water company activity and environmental improvement; notably the WINEP programme. You’ll combine environmental expertise and knowledge of the water sector with project management skills to ensure the successful planning, execution, and completion of projects that have a positive impact on the environment, Southern Water outcomes, Catchment Partnership outcomes and local communities.
You’ll coordinate project planning and support delivery between Southern Water and the Test & Itchen Catchment Partnership (TICP), to ensure Southern Water projects are co-developed with wider stakeholders (where applicable). The process will ensure better integration between Southern Water projects and wider TICP based projects, including a shared project pipeline. You’ll go on to manage collaborative Southern Water projects as appropriate.
About you:
- You’re an enthusiastic and collaborative environmental professional with a solid understanding of river catchments and their ecology. Confident managing projects and partnerships, you balance technical insight with strong communication and coordination skills. You build productive relationships across diverse stakeholders, from water companies and NGOs to local communities, and are motivated by delivering real outcomes for nature.
- Passionate about wildlife and driven by the Wilder 2030 vision, you’re ready to help restore the Test and Itchen and support a wilder, more resilient Hampshire.
Wild About Inclusion!
As an inclusive employer we recognise that our workforce needs to better reflect the communities in which we live and work. We encourage applications from all sections of the community, particularly those underrepresented within our sector, including people from black, Asian, minority Ethnic backgrounds and people with disabilities. We are committed to creating a Movement that recognises and truly values individual differences and identities.
Disability Confident. We are proudly a Disability Confident Committed employer. The scheme is helping us recruit and retain great people to meet our workforce needs. As a member of the scheme, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this position wi...
Surplus Food Collection Volunteer
- locations
- South Devon - Templar House
- time type
- Part time
- posted on
- Posted Today
- job requisition id
- JR011332
We value our volunteers and seek to ensure their diverse roles are rewarding and beneficial to all. Waythrough holds the Investors in Volunteers accreditation.
The role:
We are looking for an individual who can commit to collecting surplus food from designated shops in the local area twice weekly for us to offer to those accessing our service in need of food.
Role Requirements
- Reliability and punctuality
- Ability to follow instructions and safety procedures
- Basic communication skills
- Ability to carry food containers as required (training will be provided)
Tasks may include:
- Collect surplus food from partner locations (e.g. shops, cafés, schools, events) at agreed times, these may be in Newton Abbot, Teignmouth, Torquay or Paignton depending on availability.
- Transport food safely to the designated drop-off point
- Follow food safety, hygiene, and handling guidelines at all times
- Represent the organisation positively when interacting with partners and the public
Personal qualities
Skills we would like you to bring to the role:
- Driver with own transport
- Confident IT skills – aside from any IT skills required for the role, some of our mandatory training is done online through eLearning modules
- Professional, honest and committed
- Non-judgmental towards people with lived experience
- Good time keeping
- Able to work as part of a team, on own initiative and to instruction
- An understanding of Waythrough – information is available on our website, and you can call a specific project to make enquiries.
- A genuine interest in being part of the mission, vision and promise of Waythrough
- Ability to maintain professional boundaries, adhere to Waythrough policies and media guidelines, engage in supervision, and complete relevant training
Please note: The salary listed reflects the full earning potential for this role. Starting salaries depend on experience and progression within the band.
About Waythrough
Waythrough was formed in 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Together, we’ve created one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England.
Every year, we support around 125,000 people through nearly 200 services – and it’s all made possible by our 3,500 brilliant staff and volunteers.
Make a real difference in your community
Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier, more independent lives? Join our team at Waythrough and support people facing challenges around mental health, substance use, housing or domestic abuse. This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to build meaningful relationships and create lasting change.
What Volunteers can expect from us:
Volunteering with Waythrough offers people a unique chance to have a significant positive impact on people’s lives. We work both with and within diverse communities across the country and every day we see people making positive changes to turn their lives around. We also offer:
- Regular supervision and support
- Induction and access to online and face to face training
- The opportunity to learn and practice new skills
- The opportunity to be part of a team and the wider Waythrough organisation
- Reasonable travel expenses reimbursed with proof of journey
- Opportunities to progress and experience other areas of Waythrough's work
Our values:
Our values underpin everything we do – from how we work together through to how we design and deliver services. All our work to fulfil this vision is strengthened by our values.
- Kindness - be generous, caring and understanding.
- Courage - be bold, trust, commit.
- Respect - everyone deserves dignity.
What We Offer
We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, you’ll enjoy:
Discounts from various schemes
Training and personal development
A chance to make a real difference in people’s lives
Free induction and role-specific training
Support from experienced staff and regular supervision
Opportunities to meet new people and develop your confidence
Reimbursement for travel and agreed expenses
Job Specifics
- Reference No:LO308
- Location: Lanark
- Hours: Full Time & Part Time
- Salary:Starting at £12.60 per hour, rising to £12.82 after engagement. Opportunity to progress to £13.30 at your own pace
- Closing Date: Friday 30th January 2026
- Why should you apply for this role:Exciting projects and challenges
Job Overview
Our client’s service has recently grown as they’ve welcomed a new supported person into the service. With the community recently growing, they’re looking for calm, confident Autism Practitioners who can help maintain the stability, warmth, and consistency that make theirs a place where people feel truly at home.
If you thrive on building trust, creating calm and can juggle change with consistency, they’d love to have you on their team! Demonstratable experience in supporting people through significant transitions would be desirable.
Their dedicated team of Autism Practitioners provide personalised support to each person, ensuring their comfort, safety, and holistic well-being. With compassion and respect, you will strive to create a nurturing environment where individuals can thrive and be independent.
Located near Lanark town centre, this is a transitional assessment service supporting autistic adults to develop their skills for the future. Each person has a personalised programme of support incorporating consistency and structure specific to their needs. Some activities that the people they support enjoy are:
- Long scenic walks
- Swimming
- Bowling
- Baking
- Gardening
- Other planned trips and visits to places of interest.
As part of the team, you will play a pivotal role in supporting people to achieve their aspirations and lead fulfilling lives. As part of your role, you will be required to undertake shift work, including weekends and evenings.
Benefits include:
- 30 days holiday pro rata (which increases with your length of service)
- Sector leading training from day one, including fully funded support to complete your necessary SVQ
- Non-contributory life assurance scheme
- Workplace Pension (Employer matched up to 9%)
- Discount platform
- Employee Assistance Programme.
Main Duties & Responsibilities
Key Tasks
- To provide support to autistic people following their outcome-based support plans.
- To develop the outcome-based support plan in line with relevant policies and procedures and current legislation.
- To be actively involved in the service planning, delivery, co-ordination and having autonomy within the team.
- To ensure service provision is of the highest quality, demonstrates best practice and promotes safeguarding.
- To ensure accurate and robust recording within our recording systems including online systems.
- Comply with Finance processes to safeguard individuals.
- To build collaborative relationships with internal and external partners to maximise the effectiveness of the service.
- To ensure all actions comply with SSSC Codes of Practice, SA’s policies and procedures.
- To be a Keyworker, leading regular Keyworker Meetings and participating in regular review meetings.
- To actively participate in coaching and the review process, to identify your individualised learning pathway, through a process of exploration and reflective practice.
- To maintain Continuous Professional Development in line with the Scottish Services Council (SSSC) registration requirements
- On-call may be undertaken by Autism Practitioners dependent on development stage and location.
Employer Expectations
Skills/Knowledge/Experience etc
- Engaging, and able to inspire joy & happiness
- Resilient, with an understanding of transactional stress and reflective practice
- Committed to creating stress-free, low-arousal environments
- Willing to work as part of a close-knit, supportive team, including partnering with families and other professionals
- Motivated to be a part of someone’s life, actively looking for ways to support them to reach their goals and aspirations.
- Interested in supporting holistic wellbeing, including getting outdoors & close to nature
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to continuous l...
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Environmental Caretaker - 40
- locations
- Morden
- time type
- Full time
- posted on
- Posted 7 Days Ago
- time left to apply
- End Date: January 26, 2026 (5 days left to apply)
- job requisition id
- R0018707
Location: Morden – Apollo House - covering Morden, Wimbledon, Mitcham, Tooting
Salary: £28,808 - £31,720 per annum
Hours: 40 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent
This is a great opportunity to join our team - Employer of the Year Housing Heroes awards 2025
We’re seeking 2 Environmental Caretakers to bring their expertise to our team. You will need to enjoy working with people and be able to use your knowledge and experience to make a real difference to our communities and our customers.
You’ll be working from our Morden office and covering Morden, Mitcham, Wimbledon, Raynce Park and Tooting and surrounding areas
This role will mainly be responsible for deep clean operations and the occasional bulk collections. Working in a team you will share driving responsibilities of a 3.5-ton bulk truck or a panel van and trailer when needed to go to and from our sites, and as such you must be willing to learn schedules and daily routes. Full training and mentoring will be provided.
In addition to managing work schedules and maintaining records you’ll be able to use a range of tools and carry out cleaning tasks and monitor estate activity. This is a varied and challenging role, which requires commitment, good customer care skills, the ability to communicate effectively, and a ‘can do’ mentality.
You need to be able to work on your own initiative and be self-motivated to organise your own time effectively. You will need to be proactive in your daily activities and aware of safe working practices. You’ll have the ability to deal with members of the public, staff and community representatives in a courteous, effective and professional manner.
If this sounds like an opportunity for you then please review the full role profile before applying - Environmental Caretaker
Salaries are just the starting point. Here at Clarion we’re dedicated to rewarding hard work and commitment, and providing benefits that support you and your lifestyle - dive in and find out more here
To find out more about who we are and what we do, please click here
Closing Date: Monday 26th January 2026 at midnight
Applicants must be able to travel across the region as required.
Applicants must hold a full valid manual UK driving licence as you may be required to drive company vehicles for work use only.
This post is subject to Basic Criminal Record Check Clearance.
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You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy; Clarion are not able to offer visa sponsorship. You are required to reside in England or Wales for the duration of your employment.
VSA is a well-respected local social care charity, helping support the people of Aberdeen for over 150 years. Our mission is to provide the best of care to enable the best of lives; supporting individuals and communities to fulfill their potential. VSA provides vital support and services to people of all ages.
At VSA we support a person’s physical, mental, emotional and social well-being through a range of residential and outreach support Services. Working in social care is a hugely rewarding career, and you can help change the lives of vulnerable children and adults. At VSA, we are looking for motivated and compassionate individuals to join our team.
VSA have an exciting opportunity available to join our care at home team as a Support/Care Worker covering various areas across Aberdeen. We have Full & Part-time permanent positions available and in return, you will receive a competitive salary and benefits.
Hours: Between 16-39hrs
Rota: This role has shifts available from 7am and latest shift finishing at 10pm. Rotas are reviewed on a fortnightly basis. You must be able to work every second weekend.
Location: Variable locations, caring for service users in their own home. Driving license would be beneficial but not essential. Salary: £12.81 per hour
We offer our Support/Care Workers fantastic benefits including:
- Company pension
- Employee assistance programme
- Generous annual leave
- Refer a friend programme-Receive £200 when you introduce a family member or friend to VSA,
- Investment in your personal development and career through our learning and development programmes,
- Access to our employee discount scheme
VSA is proud to be part of Granite Care Consortium which is made up of local 3rd & private sector providers with decades of experience in delivering health and social care services. The Consortium was set up so that people have quick and easy access to person-centred, integrated care so that they feel supported, safe and well.
You will have the opportunity to support a variety of clients with a range of disabilities to maintain their independence while living at home.
We are welcoming applications from motivated, compassionate and responsible candidates. Experience within a care setting is preferred, but we accept applications from individuals who are looking to progress with a career in Health & Social Care.
You will also have the added benefits of extensive training as well as the opportunity to work in a role giving great job satisfaction.
Successful applicants will be providing support to individuals in their own home setting.
Start your career journey with VSA today!
Purpose of Job:
To contribute to the provision of quality services to meet the needs of service users, according to agreed VSA standards, policies and regulatory requirements.
Main Duties/Responsibilities:
- Communicating effectively with individuals according to agreed standards and procedures, accessing and updating records in keeping with guidelines.
- Helping to provide a safe and protective environment by complying with health, safety, and security procedures, including medication, and reporting accidents/incidents when appropriate.
- Supporting service users in their daily living, according to their recognised and agreed needs, providing personal care where necessary, adhering to practices which promote well-being, choice, and treating people with dignity and respect.
- Assisting service users in developing and maintaining social networks and relationships.
- Assisting and encouraging service users to develop skills and knowledge to live as independently as possible, if appropriate, with reference to the risk assessment process.
- Participating in the development, implementation and review of personal plans with service users.
- Supporting service users appropriately when they experience a significant life change or loss.
- Developing one’s knowledge and practice continuously through participation in training and development activities.
- Carrying out any other tasks from time to time, provided they are reasonable and within the postholder’s capabilities.
- Have awareness and work within internal control systems in your area to facilitate improvement in the quality of service provided.
Key Skills/Aptitudes:
- Ability to communicate well verbally with individuals.
- A...
Applications are invited for the voluntary post of Director of Women’s Rugby (DoWR) within the Army Rugby Union (ARU).
The Director of Women’s Rugby is a senior leadership role responsible for the strategic direction, performance, management, and development of the ARU Women’s XV and associated development teams. The role ensures that women’s representative rugby within the Army reflects ARU values, performance standards, and long-term strategic objectives.
The successful applicant will be a member of the ARU Council and will play a key role in shaping the future of Army women’s representative rugby.
The intended start date for the appointment is Summer 2026. The role is expected to be for a period of three seasons, subject to review.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Applicants should submit a rugby CV and short covering email outlining relevant experience and motivation for the role to Kimberley Fowke, the ARU Chief Operating Officer (COO) via EMAIL kfowke@britisharmysport.com
- Closing date for applications:Midday Friday 27thFebruary
- CV sift:By Friday 13thMarch
- Interviews:Date to be confirmed
- Interview panel:To be confirmed
All applicants will be contacted following the CV sift. Candidates selected for interview will be notified directly. Following interview, the successful candidate will be informed once all unsuccessful candidates have been contacted.
QUALIFICATION, RANK AND EXPERIENCE CRITERIA
There are no mandatory rank requirements for this post. However, applicants should be able to demonstrate:
- Significant experience in rugby leadership, coaching, management, or governance roles
- A strong understanding of women’s rugby pathways and high-performance environments
- The ability to operate confidently with senior Army personnel, ARU officials, coaches, players, and external stakeholders
- Experience of strategic planning, programme management, and stakeholder engagement
- An understanding of UKAF Sport, Army Sport, and ARU governance frameworks (desirable)
Applicants must be serving within the British Army (Regular or Reserve) with at least three years’ service remaining from May 2026.
COMMITMENT
This is a prestigious voluntary appointment requiring a significant and sustained time commitment throughout the year.
The role involves:
- Strategic oversight of the Women’s XV programme
- Attendance at meetings, planning sessions, and governance forums
- Regular engagement with coaching, management, and medical staff
- Attendance at representative fixtures, camps, and events
- Ongoing liaison with UKAF Sport, Army Sport, and ARU stakeholders
Availability during evenings and weekends will be required depending on the fixture calendar.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Director of Women’s Rugby reports to the Chair of Representative Rugby (CoRR) and, through them, to the ARU Management Board.
Key responsibilities include:
- Acting as the focal point for all performance, management, and administrative matters relating to the ARU Women’s XV Teams
- Providing leadership and direction to coaching, management, and medical staff to sustain a high-performance environment
- Liaising with the Chain of Command to facilitate the availability of players and staff
- Ensuring the interests of both players and the ARU are represented in matters relating to professional or semi-professional contracts
- Working with the CoRR and Director of Community Rugby to develop the ARU Structured Season and ensure Women’s XV fixtures are incorporated and published
- Leading succession planning for coaching, management, and support staff
- Recommending appointments to team staff roles for endorsement by the CoRR and ARU Management Board
- Liaising with the Director of Rugby Development to support clear player, coach, and staff development pathways
- Supporting and promoting Women’s Community Rugby to ensure a sustainable talent pipeline
- Contributing to the formulation and implementation of ARU policy and ensuring compliance with ARU strategy, Army Sport policy, and UKAF requirements
- Representing the ARU at matches, meetings, and events and assisting with UKAF Women’s XV activity as required
- Attending the RFU Director of Rugby Course as part of ongoing profess...
VSA currently have an exciting opportunity available to join our Aberdeenshire Carers Service as a Carer Advisor working with Adult Carers and their Families across Aberdeenshire (North). This will be a Full-time, Permanent position and in return, you will receive a competitive salary and benefits.
VSA's Aberdeenshire carers service, supports adults, children, and young people who care for someone living in Aberdeenshire.
VSA currently have an exciting opportunity available to join our Aberdeenshire Carers Service as a Carer Advisor working with Adult Carers and their Families across Aberdeenshire (North). This will be a Full-time, Permanent position and in return, you will receive a competitive salary and benefits.
VSA's Aberdeenshire carers service, supports adults, children, and young people who care for someone living in Aberdeenshire.
The advantage of our information and support is that we are a local based organisation. We have an in-depth understanding of the people of Aberdeenshire and take a localised approach to all our information and carers services.
We are also network partners with the National Carers Organisations, Carers Trust and Coalition of Carers which keeps us briefed with all matters relating to unpaid carers.
Hours: 35 hours per week
Rate of Pay: £14.15 ph or £25,761.49 p.a.
Location: Working from Home (however this role will include home visits to Carers and their families as well as community engagement sessions/drop in's, which will be delivered in and around the localities this role supports). A drivers license and access to your own transport is essential for this role.
Work Pattern: Working 5 days per week (Monday to Friday)
Locations to be Covered: Central Aberdeenshire – Ellon, Oldmeldrum, Inverurie, Huntly, Alford, Kemnay, Westhill
We offer our staff fantastic benefits including:
- Company pension
- Employee assistance programme
- Generous annual leave
- Refer a friend programme - Receive £200 when you introduce a family member or friend to VSA,
- Investment in your personal development and career through our learning and development programmes,
- Gain recognised SCQF Qualifications
- Access to our employee discount scheme
About the role:
You will make an effective contribution to the provision of appropriate information, advice, support, guidance and access to services and social opportunities for Adult & Young carers in Aberdeenshire, according to their changing needs, working both on an individual and group work basis. You will also support the carer in preparing an Adult Carers Support plan in accordance with relevant carers legislation.
Responsibilities of our Carer Advisor will include:
- Work alongside carers referred to service and establish the impact of their caring role & complete young carers statement/ adult carers support plan as appropriate
- Raising awareness of the role undertaken by people as carers, their statutory rights & their needs, amongst those professionals who plan and manage services.
- Collating and disseminating information on services available locally, and providing an information resource giving details of such services which can be safely accessed by carers, and understood by them.
- Work within a designated Cluster group/ locality giving talks to raise awareness of carers’ issues and to provide information about services available to carers.
- Advising, guiding and supporting both young and adult carers both on a one to one and group basis, taking on an advocacy role when required.
- Facilitating group activities, social and training/educational events as determined by the needs and wishes of the carers.
- Investigating the nature and extent of on-going unmet needs of carers, and determining ways of meeting these needs in accordance with available resources.
- Regularly reviewing needs of carers in the light of changing and evolving circumstances, ensuring that support and information given is relevant and appropriate.
- Exploring and developing effective communication and informal networks amongst a wide range of individuals, including young and adult carers, volunteers, groups and agencies.
- Any other tasks which may arise from time to time, provided they are reasonable and within the post-holder’s capabilities.
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Craft Teacher (Textiles/Wool)
Based in Forest Row
Craft Teacher (Textiles/Wool)
40 hours per week, 42 weeks per year
Salary Range: Qualified Actual Salary: £27,215 - £38,619 (FTE £28,887 - £40,990)
Unqualified Actual Salary: £24,786 - £31,537 (FTE £26,308 - £33,474)
(Starting salary dependent on qualifications and experience)
We have an exciting opportunity for a Textiles & Wool Craft Teacher to join the team at our new Ashdown Garden School, in Forest Row.
The school is aiming to open in 2026 and is based near the Emerson College site near the beautiful Ashdown Forest and the village of Forest Row.
We offer competitive salaries and flexible working options with up to 30 days holiday
A little bit about Seashell jobs
Seashell Trust provides education and care through our outstanding complex learning difficulties school and special needs college. We build communication, independence, and life skills, and we prepare young people for a future where they feel like valued members of the community. Keep reading to learn more about the Seashell jobs available and what is required in jobs working with people with learning disabilities.
Description: Senior Team Lead - Children's Residential Homes
Type: Full time, Permanent
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Location: Cheadle Hulme, SK8 6RQ
Salary: £27,615 - £28,197 per annum + benefits
We are looking for a dedicated individual to join our team as a Senior Team Leader, supporting our children in our bespoke residential homes.
About Seashell Trust:
Originally founded in 1823, Seashell Trust is a nationally recognised and registered charity based in Cheadle Hulme, Stockport. The Trust comprises of the Royal School Manchester, the Royal College Manchester, 17 bespoke Residential Care Homes, Outreach Health and Family Services. We provide expert Residential care and Education for children and young people with severe, profound, and complex learning difficulties and disabilities, sensory impairments, communication disorders and autism. Our fantastic services are based all on one-site, which deepens our sense of community for our children and young people and the wider Seashell team.
About the Residential Homes:
At Seashell, our 17 bespoke Residential Homes are purpose-built with a ‘home from home’ feel, we provide 24-hour care, weekly and termly boarding and 52-week placement. As a Senior Team Leader, you will have the opportunity to be part of this special setting, where you can contribute to creating a comfortable and familiar atmosphere for our children and young adults. This is a great opportunity to work in a collaborative and supportive environment where your support can truly make a difference in the everyday lives of our children and young adults
About the Role of Senior Team Leader:
The Senior leads the operational house team of Residential Support Workers to provide person centred care to children with learning disabilities, autism and complex health and social care needs.
They will ensure staff have the resources and support to provide the level and quality of service required day to day, plus the ongoing development and continuous improvement of the service.
As well as providing direct care and support, the Senior is required to act as a Key Worker. They will give supervision and manage performance appraisal for all Support Workers in the home and will provide mentor and coaching support on key operational tasks. Being visible and accessible to support is paramount.
Qualification and Experience
- L4 or L3 QCF Level 3 Diploma Children’s & Young People’s Workforce, NVQ Level 3 Health and Social Care (CCYP) Diploma
- At least 3 years experience in a similar care setting is essential, including working with children with complex learning and physical needs
- Knowledge of CQC Adult Care Home fundamental standards
- Good written and verbal communication skills, ability to write and maintain reports and children and young people.
- The ability to record and communicate effectively with parents/staff/other professionals.
- Flexible approach to work to work to work a day shift to meet with other operational staff.
About Recruitment at Seashell
Our vision is for the children and young people in our care to be safe, happy and to achieve the best possible outcomes so that they are valued and valuable members of their communities.
We provide an environment that is safeguarded and as part of our safer recruitment policy, successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check (no cost) and full references will be taken.
This charity is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We value diversity and are committed to equal opportunities. Disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria on the person specification will be guaranteed an interview.
We are a LGBTQA+ friendly employer and welcome applications from all identities.
Our vision is for the children and young people in our care to b...
This role is a key member of a small staff team of the Girlguiding North West England Region Office which is led by the Executive Manager. The role of the Head of Adventure is to manage the delivery, implementation, coordination, and administration of our work supporting young members events and activities. The successful applicant must have excellent verbal, and written communication skills. They must be able to build positive relationships with staff and volunteers at all levels and have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- The closing date is Friday 30 January at 9am.
- In order to express your interest in the role, return your application and diversity form to Orna Murphy Orna.murphy@girlguidingnwe.org.uk
- Interviews will take place week commencing 9 February at Girlguiding North West England region HQ, Guiding Road, Preston, PR2 5PD.
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Customer Resolution Specialist
We are looking for a Customer Resolution Specialist to join Ecclesiastical Planning Services based at our Gloucester office. Competitive salary, excellent benefits and hybrid working.
Working hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Duration: Permanent
Location: Gloucester
Job Ref: 204548
About the role
Ecclesiastical Planning Services, are looking for a Customer Resolution Specialist to join our Gloucester office.
In this role you will support the Head of Compliance & Risk (SMF16) and the Compliance & Risk Manager (Compliance & Risk Management) with the ongoing handling and management of customer complaints. You will be the lead investigator of complaints, liaising between business stakeholders and complainants.
Why join us?
Join a collaborative and inclusive culture that’s committed to making a difference and building a more sustainable future. Ranked amongst the UK's 15 Best Big Companies to Work For in 2025, we offer fantastic career and development opportunities within a rapidly growing, innovative Group — where all profits go to charity and good causes.
What you'll be doing
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Manage the full complaints process, including logging, acknowledging, investigating impartially, and producing fair written responses within regulatory timescales.
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Maintain accurate, audit‑ready records and ensure all complaint handling complies with FCA rules and internal procedures.
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Communicate professionally with stakeholders, including customers, funeral directors, senior management, and the Financial Ombudsman Service.
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Identify risks, trends, and root causes, escalating serious issues, reporting breaches, producing MI, and recommending or carrying out remedial actions.
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Support wider business needs, contributing to a positive team environment and assisting with pricing, product matters, and cross‑department collaboration.
What you'll need to have
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Excellent knowledge of customer services and complaints handling within financial services
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Experience of investigating complaints and writing complaint responses
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Experience of managing and influencing internal and external stakeholders, at all levels.
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The ability to build collaborative, productive relationships.
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Commitment to deliver exceptional service contributing both as an individual and as an effective part of a team.
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Competent IT and data skills (including Microsoft Office).
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Understanding of data protection and importance of confidentiality.
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High levels of personal organisation and accuracy, with the ability to manage own workload.
What we offer
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A competitive salary - let's discuss it
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Group Personal Pension - up to 12% employer contribution
Generous annual bonus scheme between 6% and up to
24%25
days annual leave plus bank holidays, and a holiday buy and sell scheme-
An array of health and wellbeing benefits, including private healthcare, income protection and life assurance
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£200 annual personal grant to a charity of your choice
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Encouraged to take at least one volunteering day per year
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Employee Assistance Programme
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Full study support to gain professional qualifications
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Access to virtual GP
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Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
Hear from the hiring manager
"Join our close-knit team where your ideas matter and your work makes a real impact. This role offers fantastic exposure across the business, and you’ll be part of an organisation that’s not only a leader in our financial sector but also one of the UK’s largest corporate charity donors—helping us make a difference every day.”
About us
Ecclesiastical Planning Services (EPS) work with a UK-wide network of funeral directors to provide pre-paid funeral plans. Our business is based on trust, ...