GRIMSTHORPE CASTLE GARDENS

HEAD OF GARDENS & LANDSCAPE

An  experienced  and  knowledgeable  candidate  is  being  sought  for  the  position
of Head of Gardens & Landscape at Grimsthorpe Castle, Lincolnshire.

The gardens cover an area of approximately 70 acres and are open to the public
seasonally.  They  include  herbaceous  borders,  formal  hedges  and  topiary,
ornamental kitchen garden, extensive lawns, roses, and woodland. The gardens
are  set  within  3000  acres  of  Grade  1  listed  landscape  consisting  of  large
nationally important areas of SSSI wood pasture and limestone grassland.

in  horticulture  and  related  fields

ideal  candidate  will  be  suitably  qualified  with  significant  practical
The
experience
including  arboriculture  and
conservation. Supervisory experience for the day-to-day management of a small
team is a necessity along with excellent plant knowledge and competence with
the use of a wide range of machinery. Knowledge of H&S legislation and good
working  practice  are  required  along  with the need  to  be punctual,  flexible,  and
hard working.

A  competitive  salary  will  be  offered  along  with  a  contributory  pension  and  life
assurance scheme. Training will be provided to enable work within the gardens
to be carried out as efficiently and safely as possible. Accommodation may be
available if required.

Further information can be found on our website or from:

Grimsthorpe Estate Office, Grimsthorpe,
BOURNE, PE10 0LY
recruitment@grimsthorpe.co.uk
www.grimsthorpe.co.uk  (click on The Estate page and Job Vacancies)

The Grimsthorpe and Drummond Castle Trust Limited is a Registered Charity, Charity No:
1356661

Job Description: Group Operations and Programmes Manager

Employment Type: Full-time, permanent
Reporting to: Managing Director | Development
Job location: Berlin, Germany (on-site / hybrid)
Website: https://www.thomsonfoundation.org/

The organisation
Thomson Media is a German-registered non-profit gGmbH with its main base of operations in Berlin. It is part
of the Thomson Group, which includes the Thomson Foundation, the world’s oldest media development
organisation, with over 60 years of experience supporting independent journalism worldwide.
Thomson works across more than 100 countries, often in complex, fragile, and high-risk environments, to
strengthen independent media, promote journalistic integrity, and support sustainable media ecosystems. Our
work is non-political, donor-funded, and highly regulated, requiring robust operational, financial, and
compliance systems.

Role purpose
The Group Operations and Programmes Manager ensures that Thomson’s projects are delivered efficiently,
remain fully compliant, and are aligned with agreed objectives and donor requirements. The role provides
operational oversight across the project portfolio, with a strong focus on systems, performance management
and continuous improvement.
The postholder leads the development and optimisation of project management and operational processes,
provides line management and backstopping to project managers and coordinators, and supports teams in
resolving delivery and compliance issues. They oversee project resources and budgets in relation to workplans
and KPIs, contribute to budget development, and lead the preparation and negotiation of budget amendments
in close coordination with programme and finance teams.
The role also ensures that operational frameworks including procurement, contracting, payment approvals,
data management and reporting are efficient, compliant and consistently applied. In addition, the postholder
supports proposal development through resource planning and budgeting, and ensures that project
documentation, knowledge and references are systematically maintained and accessible for audits, reporting
and future bids.

Main responsibilities
Operations and capacity management
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Ensure all projects operate in full compliance with donor requirements, contractual obligations, internal
policies, and applicable regulations.

•  Oversee project operations at a detailed level, monitoring timelines, anticipating bottlenecks and risks in

close coordination with project managers.

•  Monitor adherence to donor calendars, reporting deadlines, procurement rules, and contractual conditions

across the project portfolio.

•  Oversee the operational management of contractors, consultants, and project-based teams (not permanent

staff), including recruitment processes, contracting, onboarding, evaluation, and contract closure.
•  Monitor team capacity, workloads, and deployment across projects, proactively identifying bottlenecks,

risks, and under-/over-allocation of resources.

•  Work with programme leads to anticipate resourcing needs and ensure teams are structured efficiently and

compliantly.

Systems, processes and continuous improvement
•  Review existing operational, administrative, and project management systems and propose improved,

streamlined, and compliant alternatives.

•  Design, document, and embed standard operating procedures (SOPs) for project delivery, compliance,

documentation, and internal controls.

Thomson Media gGmbH
Brunnenstrasse 3
10119 Berlin

T +49 (0)30 9147 4081
W thomsonmedia.de

Geschäftsführer: Federica Varalda
Registriert HRB 188547 B
Amtsgericht Charlottenburg, Berlin

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Ensure that new systems are practical, adopted by teams, and consistently applied across the organisation.

Knowledge management and bid readiness
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 Lead knowledge management processes, ensuring that project documentation, references, methodologies,
lessons learned, and evidence of impact are systematically stored and easily retrievable.
 Maintain and continuously update organisational references, templates, compliance documentation, and
administrative annexes required for bids and tenders.
 Support proposal development by ensuring accurate resource planning, costings, compliance checks, and
availability of institutional documentation.

Coordination and internal collaboration
•

 Work closely with finance, administration, and programme teams to ensure alignment between
operational practice, donor compliance, and strategic objectives.
 Provide guidance and backstopping to project managers and coordinators on compliance, operational
procedures, and problem-solving.
Participate in organisational planning and coordination meetings, contributing an operational and risk-
aware perspective.

Other duties
 Carry out additional responsibilities as required by senior management in response to organisational needs.

Skills and experience
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Significant experience in programme and operations manage...

Required April 2026 EYFS Reception Teacher

Edge Grove seeks to employ an EYFS Reception teacher to join our thriving Junior Department. This is a fixed term, full-time position starting on 20th April 2026 until 9th July 2026, with the possibility to extend further.

The ideal candidate will be an inspiring, child-centred and dynamic individual who will work collaboratively and proactively to celebrate and promote the excellence of Edge Grove’s Mission, its Core Values and its pupils’ remarkable progress and outcomes.

Please see the full Job Description below.

Job Description

Application Form (Word)

Application Form (pdf)

Event Technology & Delegate Engagement Manager (FTC)

Department

Delegate Experience

Employment Type

Fixed-Term

Minimum Experience

Experienced

Compensation

Excellent salary & benefits

At IGD, we’re proud to be a Great Place to Work, where our people are empowered to grow, inspired to lead and ready to make a difference. At the heart of that experience is how we attract, welcome, and support new colleagues to join us.

That’s where you come in.

We’re looking for an Event Technology & Delegate Engagement Manager who will be responsible for the overall delegate journey, the delivery of event technology and the data aspects of IGD events, to ensure a positive attendee experience. Reporting into Head of Event Operations and managing the Delegate Engagement Administrator.

What you’ll do

• This role is crucial to IGD, using and driving event technology to provide market-leading customer service and interaction that ensures each attendee has the best possible experience – of both the event and IGD.

• You’ll be creating communication plans across a complex attendee matrix, making sure that tone of voice and messaging is delivered in collaboration with the rest of the marketing and communication activity.

• You will be responsible for the delegate journey and management to create a positive, consistent and unified customer and delegate experience in a joined up way across all our events.

• You will be creating and delivering event technology and delegate engagement solutions to meet event objectives. This includes building the virtual attendee hub, event app and appointment scheduling with the platform

• You will be able to make sense of ever-changing functionality and how different layers of technology work together, evaluating the objectives from all angles, using your project management skills to implement processes and solutions to deliver the objectives of each event and implementing process change and improvements across the event technology

• You will be a strategic influencer that brings to life the event proposition within an event technology platform and an attendee engagement expert with deep understanding of planning and execution throughout the event cycle.

• You will provide market leading customer service that ensure each attendee has the best possible experience

• You will provide effective and efficient delegate registration onsite, including the sourcing and management of suitable technology.

• Researching new technology applications and ways to innovate with the current platform to both enhance the delegate experience and improve the delegate awareness and understanding of IGD.

• This role covers retailer trade briefings, IGD engagement activity, webinars and our leadership briefings. It also covers face to face and virtual platforms.

• Working with the customer insight, finance and IT teams, you’ll be responsible for maintaining an integrated data journey. You will be accountable for data accuracy, identifying, implementing improvements and prioritising issues for all customer registration information.

What we’re looking for

• Extensive knowledge and a passion for event technology platforms (specifically Cvent) with a good understanding of the nuance of different systems

• A proven track record of implementing dramatic process change and improvement across event technology

• Wide-ranging experience in attendee management with large scale events, both virtually and onsite

• The team management skills to guide and implement efficient processes for the order and attendee management team (full time and freelance)

• Great decision making, business planning and data accuracy skills

• Relationship building; the ability to influence both internal and external stakeholders to find the best possible solutions

• And the ability to analyse, understand and define learnings to implement improvements.

The rewards

We offer a range of benefits, including a market leading pension, a bonus scheme, the ability to buy and sell annual leave plus a generous medical insurance package. You will have a great work-life balance, where you are empowered & trusted to manage your time.

The location

We are operating a hybrid approach...

Salary: £12.30 per hour

Closing Date: Sun, 22 Feb 2026

Support Worker

Reference Code: SWALLP0126

Hourly Rate: £12.30 day rate, £13.30 night rate
Overtime Rate: +£2
Hours: 2 x Full-time opportunities available
Location: Paignton, Devon
Essential: Full UK Driver’s licence & love being outdoors

Havencare is a forward-thinking and growing charity. We have been making a difference for 35 years, changing the lives of people who have learning disabilities, autism, brain injuries, and other support needs. Our big aims include every person having a home that is right for them, and support for the life they choose.

At Havencare, first and foremost, we are looking for outstanding people who align with our values of Transparency, Quality and Engagement.

We are looking for reliable, compassionate and enthusiastic Support Workers to assist P within his own home in Paignton and out in the community. This is a rewarding role that offers the opportunity to make a real difference in P’s life through meaningful engagement and support.

About P

P is a friendly and active individual who enjoys spending time outdoors. He particularly loves long walks on the Moors, local parks and forests. P also enjoys swimming at a local pool, so his support worker will need to be confident and comfortable in the water.

P is non-verbal and lives with autism and epilepsy. P will benefit from support workers who have experience with non-verbal communication and a good understanding of autism. A calm, patient, consistent, and person-centred approach is essential to support P.

P requires full support with all personal care and daily living tasks. His support worker should be confident, experienced, and able to provide this level of care in a respectful and dignified manner.

P has his own car and enjoys drives and accessing the community, so a full UK driving licence and confidence driving are essential. P also values regular contact with his parents and family, and support to maintain these relationships is needed.

About the usual working pattern:  Shifts will be generally be 7am till 9pm, working every other weekend with some flexibility in being able to work nights. There will be an opportunity to discuss contracted hours and shift patterns at interview.

We will provide you with:

• Quality training and development opportunities to maintain and enhance your skills and knowledge
• Free 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing
• Big financial rewards through our Refer a Friend Scheme
• Vouchers at Christmas, your work anniversary, and your birthday
• Paid DBS

Closing date: 

The closing date for this vacancy is the 22nd February 2026. Applications will be considered as and when received.

If your application is successful, any offer of employment will be subject to:

• A satisfactory Enhanced DBS check and subsequent registration for the DBS Update Service
• 2 acceptable / satisfactory references
• Evidence of eligibility / right to work in the UK

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View the Role Brief here:  Support Worker - Role Brief - SL Devon - ALLP Full-time.pdf

Apply via the link to our website here: ​ https://havencarehomesandsupportltd.peoplehr.net/Pages/JobBoard/Opening.aspx?v=19355ed2-4f7e-4614-89fc-c326cb381cba

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Teacher of PE
Application Pack

Knowing every child - Nurturing potential

About us

Gosfield School was established at Cut Hedge Park in 1929 when the daughter of the
textile manufacturer, George Courtauld  purchased the land and buildings from the
executors of her late father’s estate.

Constance Cicely Courtauld started a Senior Boy’s Boarding School the same year, with
students relocating from Leigh Hall School in Southend. In 1944, Cicely gifted the
School and estate to Headmaster John Turner who continued the work started by
Cicely. In 1967, the School became a charitable trust and in 1986, the School became
co-educational.

A Prep School was opened in 1989 and we welcomed our first Sixth Form students in
1994. In 2006, Gosfield School Ltd purchased the freehold of the estate and buildings
from the Turner family. In 2015, we opened Meadow Court, a purpose built Prep
School, which is home to a Nursery, Reception Class up to Year 5, within the grounds
of our 110 acre estate. We continue to develop and upgrade our infrastructure, we
opened our Forest School and Cricket Pavilion in May 2017. Our Cricket Academy
welcomed its first Scholars in Summer 2018, we opened our new Design Technology
workshop in January 2019 and undertook the design led redecoration of the Manor
House. The construction of our new Performing Arts Centre was opened by Denise van
Outen in May 2023.

We are committed to the development of our young people in an environment where
all students feel valued and are able to achieve excellence in all aspects of life. We
have non-academic entry criteria and consistently achieve outstanding outcomes
when compared to Schools with academic entry criteria. Cicely’s founding principles
for the School were to create a family environment in which young people would
flourish and we remain faithful to those principles today.

Knowing every child - Nurturing potential

Our Principal

Mr Rod Jackson

Mr Jackson became Principal of Gosfield School in September
2021. He has a wealth of  experience, having spent more
than 30 years working in Independent Schools in Africa,
Australia and the United Kingdom. He is a passionate
promoter of an entirely holistic approach to learning, in
which a rigorous approach to academic education, an
outstanding programme of extra-curricular opportunities,
alongside excellent pastoral care and personal development
combine to create a world class educational experience for
each child. Mr Jackson believes that it is essential not only
that we educate our students to be global citizens but that
we ensure they have the skills and the desire to change the
world for the better, as future leaders.

Before joining Gosfield, Mr Jackson served as Head of The
International Community School in Marylebone and prior to
that he was Head of Secondary at The King Alfred School in
Hampstead, earlier leadership roles include Head of Classics
at Cranleigh School and Senior Housemaster at Aldenham
School. Mr Jackson holds a BA (Hons) degree in Classics from
the University of Adelaide and a MEd from the University of
Cambridge.

Knowing every child - Nurturing potential

PE at Gosfield School

Organisation

It would be advantageous if the Teacher of PE is able to teach Football, Rugby and Cricket
at Gosfield School, at both the Senior and Prep Schools. This position is suitable for all,
including ECTs. The successful candidate will join a department of five full time, one part
time members of staff, one Cricket Coach and two volunteers.

Recent Successes/Our Sporting Pedigree

Embedded in the ethos of sport is an encouraging and nurturing environment that rewards
and applauds participation, personal achievements and representation at all levels, both
internally and externally.

Gosfield has a proud record of this and has included:

•  Selection for regional, county and university-based development squads in several

curriculum sports including Football, Rugby, Dance, Hockey, Cricket, Golf, Equestrian,
Swimming, and Netball.

•  Personalised support programmes for individuals who represent wider sporting activi-

ties at elite level. Recent examples include Hockey, Rugby, Football, and Equestrian and
Sailing.

•  Good progress in local, county, regional and national competitions.

•  Frequent wider sports ventures and competitions ranging from tours to St George's
Park, Lords and Holland, with France in October 2024 and Malta in October 2025.
•  Wide breadth and strength of House competitions, external fixtures and opponents

facilitated by excellent participation and inclusivity levels.

Excellent Facilities

To complement the numerous outdoor grass pitches within our grounds, we have many
purpose-built facilities, including an all-weather astroturf pitch. We have indoor and
outdoor Cricket nets. The Sports Centre comprises a good-sized indoor hall with four
Badminton courts and changing rooms for both indoor and outdoor activities. The Prep
School shares the use of the sports hall, astrot...

Head of Academic PE
Application Pack

Knowing every child - Nurturing potential

About us

Gosfield School was established at Cut Hedge Park in 1929 when the daughter of the
textile manufacturer, George Courtauld  purchased the land and buildings from the
executors of her late father’s estate.

Constance Cicely Courtauld started a Senior Boy’s Boarding School the same year, with
students relocating from Leigh Hall School in Southend. In 1944, Cicely gifted the School
and estate to Headmaster John Turner who continued the work started by  Cicely. In
1967, the School became a charitable trust and in 1986, the School became co-
educational.

A Prep School was opened in 1989 and we welcomed our first Sixth Form students in
1994. In 2006, Gosfield School Ltd purchased the freehold of the estate and buildings
from the Turner family. In 2015, we opened Meadow Court, a purpose built Prep School,
which is home to a Nursery, Reception Class up to Year 5, within the grounds of our 110
acre estate. We continue to develop and upgrade our infrastructure, we opened our
Forest School and Cricket Pavilion in May 2017. Our Cricket Academy welcomed its first
Scholars in Summer 2018, we opened our new Design Technology workshop in January
2019 and undertook the design led redecoration of the Manor House. The construction of
our new Performing Arts Centre was opened by Denise van Outen in May 2023.

We are committed to the development of our young people in an environment where all
students feel valued and are able to achieve excellence in all aspects of life. We have non-
academic entry criteria and consistently achieve outstanding outcomes when compared
to Schools with academic entry criteria. Cicely’s founding principles for the School were
to create a family environment in which young people would flourish and we remain
faithful to those principles today.

Knowing every child - Nurturing potential

Our Principal

Mr Rod Jackson

Mr Jackson became Principal of Gosfield School in September
2021. He has a wealth of  experience, having spent more
than 30 years working in  Independent Schools in Africa,
Australia and the United Kingdom. He is a passionate
promoter of an entirely holistic approach to learning, in
which a rigorous approach to academic education, an
outstanding programme of extra-curricular opportunities,
alongside excellent pastoral care and personal development
combine to create a world class educational experience for
each child. Mr Jackson believes that it is essential not only
that we educate our students to be global citizens but that
we ensure they have the skills and the desire to change the
world for the better, as future leaders.

Before joining Gosfield, Mr Jackson served as Head of The
International Community School in Marylebone and prior to
that he was Head of Secondary at The King Alfred School in
Hampstead, earlier leadership roles include Head of Classics
at Cranleigh School and Senior Housemaster at Aldenham
School. Mr Jackson holds a BA (Hons) degree in Classics from
the University of Adelaide and a MEd from the University of
Cambridge.

Knowing every child - Nurturing potential

PE at Gosfield School

Organisation
It would be advantageous if the Teacher of PE is able to teach Football, Rugby and Cricket
at Gosfield School, at both the Senior and Prep Schools. This position is suitable for all,
including ECTs. The successful candidate will join a department of five full time members of
staff, one part time, one Cricket Coach and two volunteers.
Recent Successes/Our Sporting Pedigree
Embedded in the ethos of sport is an encouraging and nurturing environment that rewards
and applauds participation, personal achievements and representation at all levels, both
internally and externally.

Gosfield has a proud record of this and has included:
•  Selection for regional, county and university-based development squads in several

curriculum sports including Football, Rugby, Dance, Hockey, Cricket, Golf, Equestrian,
Swimming, and Netball.

•  Personalised support programmes for individuals who represent wider sporting

activities at elite level. Recent examples include Hockey, Rugby, Football, and Equestrian
and Sailing.

•  Good progress in local, county, regional and national competitions.
•  Frequent wider sports ventures and competitions ranging from tours to St George's
Park, Lords and Holland, with France in October 2024 and Malta in October 2025.
•  Wide breadth and strength of House competitions, external fixtures and opponents

facilitated by excellent participation and inclusivity levels.

Excellent Facilities
To complement the numerous outdoor grass pitches within our grounds, we have many
purpose-built facilities, including an all-weather astroturf pitch. We have indoor and
outdoor Cricket nets. The Sports Centre comprises a good-sized indoor hall with four
Badminton courts and changing rooms for both indoor and outdoor activities. The Prep
School shares the use of the sports hall, astr...

CAREERS AT CHESTER ZOO

Line Chef

Job reference:001584

Salary:£12,698.40 per annum

Closing date:20/02/2026

Department:Food & Beverage

Location:Chester

Employment type:Permanent

Hours Per Week:20

Job Description

Line Chef

How would you like to work in one of our stunning Heritage venues? Including The Oakfield, an award-winning British pub-restaurant which won the Travellers’ Choice Award in 2024, ranking it in the top 10% of restaurants worldwide. Or The Square, our new, grandeur, award-winning events venue. If this sounds like it might tickle your taste buds, apply now and join our fantastic team.

Chester Zoo is a conservation zoo on a bold mission to prevent extinction. We are UK’s most popular zoo and as well as winning lots of awards, we welcome 2 million visitors a year through our gates.
We focus on delivering memorable experiences for all our visitors and a key focus for this is our hospitality venues, which are so much more than you’d expect.
We now have an exciting opportunity supporting the Sous Chef in our gastro pub ‘The Oakfield’.
With our ambitious plans for this year, there couldn’t be a more exciting time to join us. As our new venue gets closer to opening, you’ll have the opportunity to develop as our team grows and make your mark from day one.

All of our kitchens are led by our sustainable values. We work hard to source high quality, local and seasonal produce, are making progress towards zero waste kitchens by 2030. We also partner with our suppliers to ensure only ethically sourced palm oil enters our kitchens.

Our venues, all held within our 128 acre site of stunning gardens, will jointly operate a turnover of £12.5 million. As a not for profit, everything we make is ploughed into conservation both here in the UK and around the world. Your role has a huge part to play in delivering our mission.

The Role

Food & Beverage at the zoo includes, The Oakfield, Chester Zoo's award winning Gastro-pub venue and our new event venue ‘The Square’ as well as three other restaurants, cafes, and coffee houses, You will support the Chef de Partie in making sure the department is driving a fresh, quality ingredients culture whilst meeting our sustainable values and helping achieve continual revenue growth.

You will:

• Support in the day-to-day preparation and production of food for your kitchen
• Act as a buddy to Seasonal team members to ensure effective and efficient work practice
• Support the Chef de Partie in helping to produce food to the highest standards which ensures Chester Zoo maintains its world class reputation
• Adhere to health and hygiene policies, standard operating procedures and safe working practices including food safety systems and associated legislation (for example HACCP)

The Package

You’ll be working a variety of shifts, across our core zoo opening hours as well as early mornings and evenings for events as required. You’ll work 20 hours per week, 5 days out of 7, and will be paid overtime for all agreed additional hours above this.

• Permanent 20 hour contract
• £12,698.40 per annum based on 20 hours
• 33 days annual leave plus the option to buy or sell up to 5 days
• Excellent training and career progression opportunities, including support with qualifications where necessary
• Staff pass so you can visit the zoo during your time off plus multiple complimentary tickets for your friends and family
• Cycle to work scheme
• Healthcare plan and employee assistance programme
• Discounted gym membership
• Discounts on cinema tickets, restaurants, high street shops and more via Perks
• Pension scheme with generous employer contributions up to 9%

Our Requirements

• Able to demonstrate understanding of food types and production methods
• A ‘can do’ and flexible attitude to work
• Good communication skills
• Quick learner, with ambition to progress

Although not essential, the following would be desirable

• Previous chef experience is desirable; however, we will also consider people who are currently studying a catering hospitality qualification and/or have a passion for the hospitality industry
• Level 2 Food Safety qualification
• Customer service experience

More about working for us

We celebrate ...

VTCT Skills is the UK’s market-leading specialist vocational and technical Awarding Organisation (AO) and End-Point Assessment Organisation (EPAO) for the personal services and well-being sector, with a number of qualifications and apprenticeship standards in care, early years, education, logistics and business.

The Independent End-Point Assessor is a worker contract that can fit around you, your life and your schedule. Workload will be subject to the needs of the business around your area although with over 120,000 learners and apprentices this is an ongoing opportunity for those with a passion in the area of their specialisation. This is a vital part of our academic process supporting the examination and end-point assessment process for the courses we provide to centres.

Principal responsibilities:  

• To conduct End-point Assessments in the UK.
• Liaising with Centres with regards to the EPA visit.
• To respond to booking requests.
• Completing EPA reports within the required timeframe.
• To report any centre concerns in accordance with VTCT’s rules and regulations.
• Undertaking Continued Professional Development in relation to the sector, as well as EPAO standardisation events and training as required.

Essential Criteria

• Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Have recent relevant experience of the occupation or sector to at least occupational level 3 gained in the last 3 years or significant experience of the occupation or sector
• Evidence of Continuous Professional Development.
• No conflict of interest in relation to this role.

Desirable Criteria

• IQA qualification such as V1
• Experience working in End-point Assessment or Quality Assurance.
• Holding or working towards an assessor qualification

Please submit your CV and a covering letter (optional) to recruitment@vtctskills.org.uk to start the application process.

Applicants that cover the essential criteria and requirements of the roles will be contacted to ensure you understand the role requirements before you are invited to interview. If you would like more information before you apply please email recruitment@vtctskills.org.uk. Alternatively, please provide your details in our online form to apply, please state which role you are applying for on the form.

The group of VTCT companies includes: the charity VTCT through which main Board business and governance is transacted; and EMS Ltd, t/a ITEC, a wholly owned trading subsidiary of VTCT.

Holme Grange School
Job Description & Person Specification

Job Title:

Estates Assistant

Responsible to:

Estates and Facilities Manager

Hours:

Full time - 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday with a 30 minute break (Hours are flexible)

Purpose of Job:

The Role

To carry out day to day maintenance of the school buildings, its services and grounds in
order to ensure the school is maintained in a safe and efficient functional order.

The performance of all the duties and responsibilities shown below will be under the reasonable direction of the
Estates and Facilities Manager, Estates Supervisor, Bursar, Headteacher or other Senior Manager if appropriate.
Under the direction of the Estates Supervisor the Estates Assistant will be required to assist with the security of
the premises and its contents, ensuring that the school's facilities and grounds are maintained to a high standard
whilst meeting the operational needs of a day school

Whilst the primary requirements of the appointee will be to meet the gardening and grounds needs of the School
they will also be called upon to carry out various other duties as required. These may include, as well as other
maintenance jobs, assisting the other grounds and maintenance staff in carrying out their duties (particularly in
times of staff absence) and the provision of the occasional delivery and collection service for which the use of a
small van is available. The post holder will be required to drive the School’s minibus for which a formal
qualification (as arranged by the School) will be expected to be achieved.

This job description is not necessarily a comprehensive definition of the post. It will be reviewed regularly and
may be subject to modification or amendment at any time after due consideration

General Requirements

Previous experience in an estate or facilities management role is desirable

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• A good understanding of building maintenance including mechanical and electrical systems
• A good understanding of compliance, health and safety and other statutory regulations
• Hold a valid driver's license
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Previous experience in pitch maintenance for Cricket, Football, Rugby and Athletics desirable but not essential

An ideal Candidate will:

be reliable, flexible and readily available to support the needs of the school
have effective communication skills and good interpersonal skills

• Have a proactive approach to general maintenance
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• work well as part of a team and independently
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be confident and a reassuring presence whilst maintaining a professional relationship with students
be able to give instructions and manage situations involving different groups of people
have basic IT skills (familiar with use of email, mobile phone messaging etc.)
be calm in an emergency and flexible to respond to unexpected situations

Heathlands  Road,  Wokingham,  Berkshire, RG40  3AL

0118 978 1566                   school@holmegrange.org

www.holmegrange.org

 Headteacher Mrs Pippa Adams MEd FCCT

Holme  Grange  Ltd  trading  as  Holme  Grange  School  registered

in  England  No.

9000240  Registered  office  at  Holme  Grange  School,  Heathlands  Road,  Wokingham
RG40  3AL  Registered  as  a  charity  No.  309105

Main Duties

This is a 'hands-on' appointment and the Estates Assistant is expected to be fully involved with the daily duties
being flexible and responsive. It is essential that the candidate is able to demonstrate their ability to work as
part of an effective team. The ability to prioritise work and identify, diagnose and solve problems before they
affect the operation of the school is essential.

Being committed to the safeguarding of children

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• Occasional out of hours work is required, however notice will be given in advance.
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Liaise with the Estates Supervisor regarding work to be carried out
Carry out compliance and legislative checks to ensure the School remains fully compliant
Report any faulty appliances, damaged furniture/equipment and any other potential hazards
Ensure the maintenance of the School estate is maintained to the highest standards. This may include;

o Grass cutting, leaf and litter clearance to maintain a clean and tidy appearance.
o To weed kill as necessary (training will be provided if required)
o To keep all hedges properly trimmed and fences in good condition
o To keep all external areas and other hard surfaces clean and tidy.
o To maintain the woodland path to the athletics field.
o Tending to the flower beds, hanging baskets, vegetables etc.
o Maintain the Adventure Playground, Willow Village, Forest School and Outdoor Learning Areas
o Maintain all the woodland areas with the assistance of outside contractors
o Assist with the management of the School Polytunnel
o Assist with the maintenance of the School ‘Farm’ including mucking out and general up keep of the

pens as well as changing bedding, administering medication and feeding (when required) and working
to maintain the animals welfare

o Ke...

HOLME GRANGE SCHOOL

Heathlands Road, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG40 3AL
Tel: 0118 978 1566 e-mail: hr@holmegrange.org
Independent Co-educational School from 3 – 16 years

Required As Soon as Possible

Estates Assistant

Holme Grange is a successful, traditional yet innovative Independent School with a real soul. We aim to
stimulate intellectual curiosity and encourage pupils to embrace challenge. We have high expectations, for
ourselves and our pupils. Pastoral care is the responsibility of every member of staff and is one of the many
strengths of the School.

The School is set in 21 acres of beautiful Berkshire countryside and centred around a Grade II listed Victorian
country house with modern additions including our recent and sustainably designed and constructed senior
school.  Outdoor learning is a key area at Holme Grange, and we also have a School farm with livestock and
which grows produce. Holme Grange is committed to sustainability and has won awards for excellence in this
field on more than one occasion.

The post holder will report to the Estates Supervisor as part of the Estates Team and will mainly work on the
grounds and gardening needs of the School.  There will also be the opportunity to work on building maintenance
tasks, and drive school vehicles for which a driving licence is essential.

The role will suit an individual who has a hands-on and proactive approach to their duties, is able to operate as
part of a highly efficient team, and enjoys outdoor work.

Professional  development  opportunities  are  available  and  encouraged.  Among  other  benefits  we  offer
competitive  salaries  and  a  contributory  pension  scheme;  free  lunch  and  refreshments  during  term  time;  an
Employee  Assistance  Programme,  wellbeing  sessions  and  personal  coaching;  staff  discount  scheme;  and  fee
reductions for eligible children attending Holme Grange.

A willingness to play a full part in the extra-curricular and pastoral life of our happy and vibrant school is essential.
Holme Grange has its own salary scale.

Holme Grange is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants for all jobs will
undergo appropriate child-protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and
Barring Service (DBS) check to enhanced level. A Prohibition Check is also carried out. Holme Grange School is
an equal opportunities employer.

Full  details  and  application  form  available  at  www.holmegrange.org or  by  telephoning  0118  978  1566.    Pre-
interview visits welcomed and can be arranged by contacting the HR Team.

Applications will only be accepted by completion of an application form which should be submitted with a letter
of application to the Bursar, Mrs Katie Chorley.

Closing date for applications: until the position is filled

Interviews: as soon as possible

Apply for this role

You can submit your application online with your CV and employment history to hand.

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Location:

Homebased

Job Category:

Campaigning & Government Affairs

Salary:

£43,126 Per Annum

Closing Date:

Saturday, Feb 21, 2026

About Us: The Woodland Trust is the UK's leading woodland conservation charity and is dedicated to creating a world where trees and woods thrive for both people and nature. Our mission involves engaging and inspiring individuals to contribute toward tackling the nature and climate crisis through the protection, restoration, and creation of essential woodland habitats.

The Role:
• This is an exciting opportunity as we are looking for a Policy and Advocacy Manager who will be responsible for developing and directing the delivery of Coed Cadw programme of advocacy and campaigning work in Wales.
• You will be responsible for developing relationships across broad policy-influencing audiences to achieve key policy outcomes in line with the Woodland Trust’s goals and objectives.
• Responsible for ensuring the Trust have and are following integrated and focused influencing strategies to achieve our public policy goals.
• Lead the Wales Policy and Advocacy team whilst integrating our policy and campaigning work across the wider Wales team, providing clarity of direction, inspiring our employees and building capabilities and skills, upholding and actively promoting the values and behaviours of the Trust.
• Actively monitor, gather intelligence, understand and analyse relevant areas of Welsh policy and politics, acting on key opportunities. Collaborate with UK colleagues to ensure our policy and advocacy work is supported and aligned across the four nations and ensure consistent campaigning messages with the Trust’s wider communications and influencing strategies and plans.
• This is a hybrid role with travel to the Cardiff office and around the UK as required.

The Candidate:
• This is a key role in our Wales team and for candidates to stand out, we are looking for experience of working within a policy & advocacy or political context.
• Experience in shaping and implementing policy and advocacy or political strategies preferably in the environmental/voluntary sector, providing technical policy input and advice.
• Knowledge of the Welsh Government and Senedd with a strong understanding of current environmental policy, conservation and land management issues. You’ll have awareness of current affairs and processes through legislation, policy and grants in the Welsh context.
• Confident in building and developing partnerships with external and internal stakeholders, able to influence different audiences, to successfully change attitudes, behaviours and/or policy of key stakeholders.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to collaborate with a diverse range of teams and stakeholders to ensure the best development of strategies and policies.
• Ability to analyse complex information and be able to communicate in effective ways for diverse audiences.
• Understanding of different levers and approaches that can be used effectively to influence decision-makers.
• This role is based in Wales and will require the successful candidate to undertake travel across Wales and the UK. 

Our Organisational Nature enables us to better understand what it means to be part of the Woodland Trust, empowering us to make an impact, every day. We want you to be able to role model our values; ‘Grow Together’, ‘Focus’, ‘Explore’ and ‘Make it Count’ to ensure each of us plays our part in helping to protect, restore and create our woods and trees.

Benefits & Wellbeing: Joining our team means you'll be a big part of tackling environmental and climate issues. We take good care of our employees, offering support and training opportunities. We also offer:
• Enhanced Employer Pension
• Life Assurance
• Flexible & Hybrid Working Options
• Generous Annual Leave
• Enhanced Parental Pay
• Employee Assistance Programme

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: To achieve our vision of a world where woods and trees thrive for people and nature, we need to better reflect society and the communities we work in. All people, no matter their background, identity, ability, or circumstance, should benefit from trees. 
People of colour and disabled people are currently under-represented across the environment and conservation sec...

Care Assistant- Various hours available

Overview

• ID

  301675

• Salary

  £12.50 per hour

• Type

  Permanent - Part Time

• Location

  Deeping St James

• Hours

  Up to 37.5 hours per week

• Closing Date

  23/02/2026

• Interview Date

  As suitable applications are received

• Downloadable Files

Looking for a new challenge?

Please note: A full UK Manual Driving license is required for this role.

Join our amazing team at our residential service in Deeping St James which has been was rated Good by CQC. We support 5 adults with dual sensory complex needs including physical disabilities and challenging behaviour.

This is a Permanent role, with contracts for either 17.5, 18.5, 20, 20.5 & 37.5 hours per week. As a Support Worker, you will receive £12.50 per hour/ £24,374 per annum FTE.

As a Support Worker, you will be supporting the people live a varied and active life and like to be out and about, busy getting on with things. We have company vehicles to take the people we support to do activities outside of the home.

The shifts are varied and generally include a mixture between 7am- 4.30/5pm, 3.30/4.30pm-10pm on weekdays and 7am-2.30pm and 2.30pm-10pm on weekends. You will be expected to work every other weekend. Flexibility is essential to support the valuable service we provide.

*If you live outside of Deeping St James to be considered for the role you will need use of your own vehicle to get to and from the service for early/late shifts due to very limited public transport.

Benefits

• 24 days of annual leave.
• Matched pension contributions up to 5%.
• Free life assurance policy.
• Cashback and discounts on high street brands (and 10% off at Sense charity shops!).
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Travel season ticket loans.
• Enhanced sick pay.
• Free DBS check if your role needs one.
• A £350 refer-a-friend scheme.
• Free access to over 100 online and face-to-face training courses, including the care certificate.
• Wisdom App- free access for all employees to mindfulness application.

About Sense 

We believe that every disabled person should have the opportunity to connect with others and be included in the world. We use our knowledge and expertise to deliver personalised, creative and flexible support at every stage of life. Sense is proud to be a disability confident leader.

Working at Sense can be incredibly rewarding; we offer the opportunity to work in a large, diverse and successful charity where people can develop their skills, knowledge and careers in a supportive and flexible environment. In addition, we have excellent training and development, the opportunity for you to join our Group Personal Pension scheme and a generous annual leave entitlement.

To apply

Please use the link below to complete your application. Managers will use your supporting statement to shortlist candidates for interview; in relation to the Personal Specification. Therefore, it is very important you complete this section thoroughly.  We would recommend that you read the candidate guidelines, job description and person specification (found at the base of this advert) before applying.

Please note to avoid disappointment, we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close posts at any time.

No agency submissions please: any submissions without prior authorisation from the Sense Recruitment Team will be treated as our own and as such no fee will be payable.

If you require any further assistance, please contact the Recruitment Team on 0121 393 4529 or recruitment@sense.org.uk

Sense is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. Therefore, all offers of employment, where appropriate, are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

For this role we particularly welcome applications from candidates from underrepresented ethnic minority backgrounds and candidates with disa...

posted 23 January 2026

• £45000
• Fixed Term, Part Time
• Belfast, Northern Ireland

Burgess Diagnostics is recruiting a Senior Mobile MRI Radiographer (part-time)to join our Clinical Services team, based in Belfast.

This role is suited to an experienced radiographer who is confident working autonomously and is keen to apply their imaging expertise within a specialist setting. The post offers the opportunity to support veterinary professionals and make a real difference to the animals in their care through the delivery of high-quality diagnostic imaging.

A minimum of 2 years’ MRI experience is required. Previous experience working in the veterinary sector is not essential, as full training will be provided.

Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland

Hours: Part-time (no on-call requirements)

Days: Three days a week (occasional flexibility may be required)

Salary: £45,000 FTE depending on experience (reduced pro rata for part time hours)

We also currently have bank MRI and CT radiographer opportunities available in Newcastle and Scotland.

For further information, please visit: burgessdiagnostics.com/about-us/join-our-team/

• Safe, autonomous operation of mobile MRI scanning units in line with professional standards and MRI safety protocols

• Delivery of high-quality diagnostic imaging across a wide range of clinical cases

• Close collaboration with veterinary professionals on site to support diagnostic imaging and clinical decision-making
• Maintenance of high standards of patient care and professional communication

• Highly proficient in MRI with a minimum of two years’ experience

• HCPC registration

• Eligible to work in the UK (overseas applications cannot be supported)

• Comfortable working autonomously, with on-site support from veterinary specialists

• Strong knowledge of MRI safety protocols, policies, and procedures

• Excellent communication skills with a professional and personable approach

• Highly organised with strong time-management skills

• Full training and support to transition into the veterinary sector
• Opportunity to work with a wide range of animals, including exotic species
• Friendly, supportive, and highly experienced clinical team
• Collaboration with skilled veterinary professionals across a varied caseload
• Competitive salary and benefits package, including:
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays (pro-rata for part time)
  • Company pension
  • Bonus scheme
  • Private medical insurance and Health Cash Plan
  • Death in service benefit
  • Sociable working hours with no on-call commitments

Burgess Diagnostics is the UK’s leading provider of mobile CT & MRI services, operating exclusively within the veterinary sector. Our aim is to support veterinary professionals by providing access to cost-effective, state-of-the-art diagnostic imaging on-site, helping them to deliver high standards of clinical care for their patients and clients.

Our veterinary-trained radiographers are supported by an experienced logistics team, working together to ensure the safe and efficient on-site operation of our mobile MRI and CT services nationwide.

Please send your CV and a short covering letter to: vacancies@burgessdiagnostics.com

For further information or an informal discussion about the role, please contact:

Donna Smyth, Head of Clinical Services at donna.smyth@burgessdiagnosticscom

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