Ministry Assistant Scheme Information Starting in September 2026, St Ebbe’s Church is seeking to appoint a team of Ministry Assistants (MAs) to be with us for one year, with a possible second. We are a lively, diverse, multi-congregation, evangelical, city-centre church. We are made up of Oxford University undergraduates and postgraduates, families, young adults, elderly, people affected by homelessness, and those from our local parish, one of the more deprived areas of Oxford. As a St Ebbe’s MA you would get involved in every aspect of our life together as God’s family, working alongside and embedded in one of our ministry teams. Why do we have a Ministry Assistant team? St Ebbe’s has a passion to see God glorified through reaching out, building up and sending out. The MA scheme is a key part of that vision, as we seek to train and build up God’s people for a lifetime’s service. We want to enable those on the scheme both to capture a vision for full-time Christian ministry and to discern whether they are suited to it. The various aspects of the scheme aim to do this: training in Christian ministry, particularly teaching God’s word, putting this into practice with focussed ministry in a variety of contexts and practical service of the church. Each Ministry Assistant focusses their work in one main ministry area: e.g. undergraduate ministry, postgraduate ministry, 20-30s ministry, young mums, youth or parish and homeless ministry. This is a context where key skills can be observed, practised and developed. It includes prayer, overseeing a small group Bible study and meeting up one-to-one to read the Bible with Christians or non-Christians. A key part of the scheme is working alongside a senior staff member as a mentor. You will have an opportunity to see ministry life close up, with all its struggles and pain, as well as joys and fulfilment. Your mentor will oversee your involvement in the ministry and meet with you regularly for pastoral care and ministry development. Each of the team is usually also involved in some area of children’s and youth ministry (Sunday and mid-week clubs) which gives a breadth to the training and experience of church life, in addition to personal study of God’s word. St Ebbe’s hosts the regional Ministry Training Course (see here), which runs on Tuesdays. All MAs are part of the course along with around 50 others from the region. With Bible expositions, doctrine, practical ministry, workshops and a detailed Bible overview it’s a wonderful part of the training the scheme provides. As a busy city-centre church, we have a full diary and lots of activities taking place week by week. MAs serve these very practically, as each week time is given to moving chairs, organising events and generally assisting the smooth running of church life. Who are we looking for? • Those who love Christ and are seeking to grow as his disciple. • Those discerning their suitability for set-apart gospel ministry. • Those with a passion to serve Christ’s church, including in practical tasks. • Those committed to our Declaration of Faith (see the Application Form). What are the goals of the scheme for each Ministry Assistant? Our overall aim for the scheme is to enable a wide range of people to gain a vision and a passion for Christian ministry with the prayer that suitable candidates would continue on to further training and ministry. To enable this we aim to develop three areas: • To help grow in Christ-like character, through many opportunities to listen to God in his word, by serving practically, by being part of the team and through the personal oversight of their ministry mentor. • To develop strong gospel convictions that will stand them in good stead for a lifetime of service. • To develop competence in teaching God’s word, through the opportunities they have had to teach others and the feedback they have received, as well as a range of other skills. What is distinctive about the St Ebbe’s Ministry Assistant Scheme? Opportunities to teach the Bible, to share life, to be trained in ministry and be shaped by service are common to a number of other schemes. However, each scheme is different and serving as an MA at St Ebbe’s will give you a distinctive experience in the following ways: • Being a member of a city-centre church with multiple ministries and multiple congregations. There is a real breadth of ministries at St Ebbe’s. • We seek to offer a rounded experience, offering equal opportunity for training, practical service and ministry. • Being a member of a large staff team, benefitting from the focussed support and input of your ministry mentor. • Gaining hands-on experience of a diversity of ministries across the church family whilst focussing on one particular ministry area. • Benefitting from the South Central Ministry Training Course and sharing with other MAs, as well as church members, from across the region. • Enjoying the unique place that...
Are you someone who believes life is for living? Do you love football days, brunch dates, theatre nights, shopping trips, craft sessions, and throwing a great celebration? If so, this could be the role for you.
We’re looking for Support Workers to join our fantastic team in Gainsborough. You’ll be working across two vibrant services, supporting some amazing people who love to be social and make the most of every day. Whether it’s catching the latest show, volunteering in the community, or simply enjoying a coffee and a chat – no two days are ever the same.
This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to build genuine relationships, share laughter, and support people in living life their way. You will also be providing support with personal care, finances, manual handling, household tasks, and following Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) plans. You’ll be making a real difference every day.
We offer full-time, part-time, and relief roles with varied shift patterns, sleep-in and weekend shifts are part of the package too so flexibility is key – but in return, you’ll be part of a supportive, inclusive team where your work is truly valued.
You don’t need experience to apply – just the right values, a can-do attitude, and a big heart. Training will be provided, and ongoing development is all part of the journey.
So if you're ready to start a role where you’re not just going to work – you’re going to make memories, build friendships, and help people live their best lives – we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and be part of something special in Gainsborough.
Job ID 35357
Please note: This position does not meet the minimum salary requirements for a Health and Care visa under the UK Skilled Worker route, as set by the Home Office. Therefore, although Mencap is a licensed sponsor, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK, as we are not able to support new visa applications or sponsorship requests for this vacancy.
Executive Assistant to the Treasurer and Chief Investment Officer
Christ Church is seeking to appoint a proactive and efficient Executive Assistant to support the Treasurer, Chief Investment Officer and Director of Planning and Housing for the Foundation. This role is at the very heart of a large Oxford College, a Cathedral and a Cathedral School, in a busy and fast-paced environment. This is a particularly exciting time for Christ Church and the Treasury team as they embark on two large Estates Projects with a combined investment of circa £80m; one to deliver a Graduate Centre and another to extend the Library and refurbish the Picture Gallery.
The Executive Assistant will work for the Treasurer, undertaking administrative tasks and managing email, diary and communications in a dynamic environment. For one to two days a week, the Executive Assistant will provide similar support to the Chief Investment Officer and the Director of Planning and Housing.
The successful candidate will have experience of successfully managing the busy office of senior members of staff, preferably (but not necessarily) in a university and/or charitable organisation, demonstrable experience of complex diary management, managing competing demands and the ability to prioritise requests is essential.
For more information, including how to apply, please see the attached Further Particulars.
Vacancy details
University Scale Grade 6 (currently £35,681 to £41,636 with a discretionary range up to £45,212 per annum)
Permanent, full-time (37.5 hours per week)
If you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact academic.recruitment@chch.ox.ac.uk.
All enquiries will be treated in strict confidence and will not form part of the selection decision.
Being a Care Assistant, you will be passionate about delivering first class care and show patience, kindness and understanding towards our residents. Assisting residents with immediate needs such as washing, dressing, and maintaining their hygiene is a key part in the role however, the role will also involve getting to know the residents personally and providing them with emotional support.
This role would suit someone who is caring, friendly and empathetic. You will need to be able to relate to people from variety of different backgrounds and make sure our residents never lose their dignity or sense of individuality. You will have the ability to work well as part of a team and have good communication skills.
It is desirable for you to have a S/NVQ level 2 qualification in Health and Social Care (Adults) or be willing to undertake training to achieve an S/NVQ Level 2 qualification.
Being a Care Assistant, you will be passionate about delivering first class care and show patience, kindness and understanding towards our residents. Assisting residents with immediate needs such as washing, dressing, and maintaining their hygiene is a key part in the role however, the role will also involve getting to know the residents personally and providing them with emotional support.
This role would suit someone who is caring, friendly and empathetic. You will need to be able to relate to people from variety of different backgrounds and make sure our residents never lose their dignity or sense of individuality. You will have the ability to work well as part of a team and have good communication skills.
It is desirable for you to have a S/NVQ level 2 qualification in Health and Social Care (Adults) or be willing to undertake training to achieve an S/NVQ Level 2 qualification.
Being a Care Assistant, you will be passionate about delivering first class care and show patience, kindness and understanding towards our residents. Assisting residents with immediate needs such as washing, dressing, and maintaining their hygiene is a key part in the role however, the role will also involve getting to know the residents personally and providing them with emotional support.
This role would suit someone who is caring, friendly and empathetic. You will need to be able to relate to people from variety of different backgrounds and make sure our residents never lose their dignity or sense of individuality. You will have the ability to work well as part of a team and have good communication skills.
It is desirable for you to have a S/NVQ level 2 qualification in Health and Social Care (Adults) or be willing to undertake training to achieve an S/NVQ Level 2 qualification.
Casual Play and Bounce Assistant
Pyramids Centre
Post Title: Casual Play and Bounce Assistant
Site Location: Exploria - Pyramids – Portsmouth
Salary: Up to £12.21 per hour
Contract Type: Casual
The role:
BH Live is recruiting for Casual Play and Bounce Assistants to join our team at Exploria. Exploria has been created with a tantalising sense of wonder and extreme fun across three connected worlds to give children enough action to keep them going all day, every day.
You will provide a safe and enjoyable customer experience to visitors within the Play and Bounce area and be available to work on a rota basis. Due to the nature of our business, there will be a requirement to work during the day, as well as weekends, bank holidays and early evenings.
To learn about Exploria, please click visit: exploria.org.uk
You will:
· Provide excellent customer service.
· Act as a brand ambassador for BH Live and Play and Bounce.
· Create a sense of fun and excitement for all our users.
· Host and support children’s parties.
· Meet and greet customers, provide advice on our activities, confirm and take bookings.
· Ensure health and safety standards are complied with.
You will need:
· Experience working as part of a team
· To be a confident communicator who provides great customer service
· To be able to work during the day, weekends, bank holidays and evenings on a rota basis.
Please see the job description for more details on this role, by clicking here.
We offer:
· Onsite parking
· Training and development opportunities
· Casual working hours, including weekends, bank holidays and evenings
About us:
Champions of community engagement, health and wellness across Dorset, Hampshire, and London.
BH Live, a registered charity and social enterprise, is a leading operator of sports and leisure centres, theatres, and event venues. Driven by a mission to improve communities BH Live is dedicated to providing inclusive cultural experiences and promoting physical activity for all.
With a strong commitment to accessibility and community engagement, BH Live continues to enhance the quality of people’s lives, health and wellbeing in the communities it serves.
BH Live was established in 2010. Local authority partners include BCP Council, Portsmouth City Council, Southampton City Council and Croydon Council.
We are at the heart of the UK’s growing social economy. Together with our partners we are helping to change lives and make a positive impact in the community.
To apply:
Applications to be made via our careers site: bhlive.org.uk/careers
BH Live reserves the right to close the vacancy early should sufficient applications be received. We therefore highly recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible.
Senior Reserves Assistant – Woods and Heaths
Contact details
The closing date for applications is 5pm on Friday 30th January.
Candidates should apply by sending a copy of their CV, giving full details of education, employment and experience. Please also supply details of two referees. You should also include a statement of application outlining why you consider yourself suitable for the post and what particular experience, skills and attributes you have which will enable you to fulfil the requirements of the job. It would help the selection panel if you refer to the duties and requirements of the job description enclosed in framing your statement.
Completed applications should have a subject line of ‘Private and Confidential’ and emailed to recruitment@norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk or be posted to Recruitment Applications, Norfolk Wildlife Trust, Bewick House, 22 Thorpe Road, Norwich, NR1 1RY.
Please indicate which position you are applying for in your email.
We value respect, integrity, trust and responsibility. We want our people to be as diverse as nature itself and so we particularly encourage applications from those currently under-represented within our sector, including people from minority ethnic backgrounds and people with disabilities. We welcome people of all backgrounds and levels of experience with nature, and continually strive to improve our culture and practices. We are committed to creating a movement that recognises and truly values individual differences and identities. Please let us know if you require any adjustment processes to make our recruitment process more accessible.
Norfolk Wildlife Trust is the oldest Wildlife Trust in the country and Norfolk’s largest environmental charity, committed to the protection and enhancement of Norfolk’s wildlife and wild places.
A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join our Woods and Heaths team, based at the Mid Norfolk Foxley Wood reserves base and will work as part of the NWT Woods & Heaths Reserves Management Team to help manage 19 sites within the South, Central and North Norfolk Area. Most of the woodland nature reserves are ancient woodland and include some of the best examples of bluebell woods in the county. The other sites include some of the best examples of heath, mire and fen, and are home to important species such as Norfolk flapwort, nightjar, woodlark and Silver studded blue butterfly.
The Senior Reserves Assistant (Woods and Heaths) will report to the Reserves Manager (Woods and Heaths), assisting the Reserves Manager in the supervision of staff and volunteers and will carry out practical habitat management and maintenance work on Woods and Heaths sites. As well as woodland and heathland habitats, they will also work on our grassland and fen reserves. They may also take part in the work of the wider NWT Nature Conservation Team.
The successful candidate will have a good working knowledge of wildlife conservation. Good communication skills are essential, both with colleagues and members of the public, as is the ability to supervise and work as part of a team in managing these busy sites. The successful candidate will already hold a chainsaw certificate (maintenance, crosscutting and felling small trees) and have an aptitude for practical tasks. They will be willing and able to be trained in the use of tractors, brushcutter, pesticide application and first aid. Experience of livestock management is also desirable.
In return, we offer a competitive benefits package.
The closing date for applications is 5pm on 30 th January 2026. Initial interviews are likely to take place w/c 16th February 2026.
Candidates should apply by sending a copy of their CV, giving full details of education, employment and experience. Please also supply details of two referees. You should also include a statement of application outlining why you consider yourself suitable for the post and what particular experience, skills and attributes you have which will enable you to fulfil the requirements of the job. It would help the selection panel if you refer to the duties and requirements of the job description enclosed in framing your statement. Please indicate which post you are applying for.
Completed applications should be marked ‘Private and Confidential’ and emailed to recruitment@norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk or be posted to Recruitment Applications, Norfolk Wildlife Trust, Bewick House, 22 Thorpe Road, Norwich, NR1 1RY.
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Department: Retail and Licensing
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £30,000 per annum
Location: Bodymoor Heath Training Ground
Closing Date: Sunday 7 February 2026
1. The Department
At Aston Villa Football Club, our Retail and Licensing department plays a vital role in supporting the club's commercial success and fan engagement. We take pride in offering a wide variety of high-quality football merchandise and leisurewear to our supporters, both online and in-store, while maintaining a strong connection to our brand and culture. As the Club has grown, we have expanded our team to enhance the product offering and ensure we continue delivering exceptional customer experience. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of an innovative department that works collaboratively to bring our fans closer to the Club through products they love.
2. The Role
We are looking for a commercially driven and organised individual to support the delivery of the Club’s retail proposition. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in driving sales with a focus on our Bullring store – you will help ensure that the right products are in the right place at the right time, using data and insight to inform decisions. You will work closely with internal departments, club partners, and external stakeholders, to ensure a consistent and compelling retail message across all channels.
This will be a varied and dynamic role which will include supporting the planning and delivering the Club’s product range, coordinating merchandise launches and promotions throughout the season, and ensuring stock is effectively managed both in-store and in the warehouse. You will produce weekly sales and stock reports, providing insight into performance, sell-through, and stock levels. You will work closely with internal departments, club partners, and external stakeholders, to ensure a consistent and compelling retail message across all channels.
For further information about the Role, please see the Role Profile.
3. The Person
You will need to have proven experience working in a similar assistant merchandising role within the retail fashion industry. You must be results-driven, with a keen eye for market trends and customer preferences and have the numerical and analytical skills to monitor trading performance, identify opportunities, and deliver actionable insights.
You must also be able to build strong relationships with stakeholders, with strong organisational skills to manage multiple projects and priorities. You will also need to have access to a vehicle and/or the ability to travel between our Club sites; Birmingham Retail Store, Villa Park and Bodymoor Heath. .
4. Why join us?
There has never been a better time to join Aston Villa Football Club. Our drive to succeed is visible on the global stage, we are building a family ethos and culture to be proud of and realising our ambitious plans for the expansion and improvement of our world-class facilities. If you are already excited by this challenge and want to play your part in our historic Club, then you'll be pleased to hear about our amazing staff benefits you'll receive whilst working for us! See our Staff Benefits booklet to find out more.
As part of your application, please ensure you upload your CV and Cover Letter.
Right to Close Vacancy Posting Early
The Club reserves the right to close any advertised vacancies earlier than the advertised closing date if sufficient applications have been received.
Equality Statement
Aston Villa Football Club celebrates the diversity of its Club and embrace equal opportunities for all.
We welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, race, disability, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, sex and religion or belief.
Safeguarding Statement
Aston Villa Football Club is fully committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk across our Club. As such, we adhere to Safer Recruitment processes and for some roles a satisfactory enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure & Barring Service may be required prior to starting in a role at the Club. For more information, please see Aston Villa Football Club | The official club website | ...
SPORTS GRADUATE ASSISTANT CASTERTON, SEDBERGH PREPARATORY SCHOOL JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Sports Graduate Assistant Responsible to: Director of Sport Main Purpose: To support the delivery of the schools outstanding Sports programme in the Prep School through coaching teams and individuals and sharing your enthusiasm for Sport with our pupils. Roles and Responsibilities: To work directly with the Director of Sport and appropriate Heads of Sport to support the planning and delivering the sports programmes. To coach boys’ and girls’ teams across the year, planning training sessions that challenge and develop individuals and teams. To offer high level coaching to small groups and individuals as part of our scholarship programme to stretch the most able pupils. To support the wider delivery of the Sedbergh Sports programme, assisting when needed with other sports and contributing to the summer term programme with cricket, athletics, or tennis. To assist with administration tasks relating to your specific sport, and the wider sports programme, including engaging with the use of school systems, including socs and isams, to organise and register fixtures and games afternoons. To work collaborative with fellow graduate assistants to support the Sedbergh Sports programme on event days such as sports scholarship days and tournament days. Play a full and active role in the busy boarding environment, being a resident tutor in a boarding house, including tutoring, supervising, and leading activities. Demonstrate a proactive approach to engaging with young people. To take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding of children and young people To undertake other duties within the post as requested by your line manager or senior management team. Health and Safety: All staff should be aware of the school’s health and safety policy and implement it as appropriate. Safeguarding: All staff employed by Sedbergh School are expected to take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for whom they are responsible or with whom they come into contact. These roles and responsibilities provide a framework for the role and should not be regarded as a definitive list. Other reasonable duties may be required consistent with the level of this post. Sedbergh School is committed to safeguarding & protecting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Registered Charity No 1080672
SPORTS GRADUATE ASSISTANT AT CASTERTON, SEDBERGH PREPARATORY SCHOOL PERSON SPECIFICATION Qualifications/Attainment Essential Desirable Educated to degree level (working towards this for Placement Students) Rugby/Hockey/Netball/Cricket/Running Coaching Qualifications Experience/Knowledge Essential Desirable Experience of Coaching Rugby/Hockey/Netball/Cricket/Running Experience of performance Rugby/Hockey/Netball/Cricket/Running Coaching Knowledge of Boarding education or Coaching Experience of successfully contributing to or running extracurricular clubs, activities, teams, and fixtures Skills/Abilities Essential Desirable Ability to contribute to more than one sport within a sports programme Strong interpersonal skills coupled with a genuine interest in leading and supporting Games & PE provision. The ability to inspire and support all pupils to flourish and reach their sporting potential. Willingness to learn, engage in CPD to develop in the role, and work collaboratively as part of a team,
SPORTS GRADUATE ASSISTANT JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Sports Graduate Assistant Responsible to: Director of Sport Main Purpose: To support the delivery of the schools outstanding Sports programme in the Senior School through coaching teams and individuals and sharing your enthusiasm for Sport with our pupils. Roles and Responsibilities: To work directly with the Director of Sport and appropriate Heads of Sport to support the planning and delivering the sports programmes. To coach boys’ and girls’ teams across the year, planning training sessions that challenge and develop individuals and teams. To offer high level coaching to small groups and individuals as part of our scholarship programme to stretch the most able pupils. To support the wider delivery of the Sedbergh Sports programme, assisting when needed with other sports and contributing to the summer term programme with cricket, athletics, or tennis. To assist with administration tasks relating to your specific sport, and the wider sports programme, including engaging with the use of school systems, including socs and isams, to organise and register fixtures and games afternoons. To work collaborative with fellow graduate assistants to support the Sedbergh Sports programme on event days such as sports scholarship days and tournament days. Play a full and active role in the busy boarding environment, being a resident tutor in a boarding house, including tutoring, supervising, and leading activities. Demonstrate a proactive approach to engaging with young people. To take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding of children and young people To undertake other duties within the post as requested by your line manager or senior management team. Health and Safety: All staff should be aware of the school’s health and safety policy and implement it as appropriate. Safeguarding: All staff employed by Sedbergh School are expected to take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for whom they are responsible or with whom they come into contact. These roles and responsibilities provide a framework for the role and should not be regarded as a definitive list. Other reasonable duties may be required consistent with the level of this post. Sedbergh School is committed to safeguarding & protecting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Registered Charity No 1080672
SPORTS GRADUATE ASSISTANT PERSON SPECIFICATION Qualifications/Attainment Essential Desirable Educated to degree level (working towards this for Placement Students) Rugby/Hockey/Netball/Cricket/Running Coaching Qualifications Experience/Knowledge Essential Desirable Experience of Coaching Rugby/Hockey/Netball/Cricket/Running Experience of performance Rugby/Hockey/Netball/Cricket/Running Coaching Knowledge of Boarding education or Coaching Experience of successfully contributing to or running extracurricular clubs, activities, teams, and fixtures Skills/Abilities Essential Desirable Ability to contribute to more than one sport within a sports programme Strong interpersonal skills coupled with a genuine interest in leading and supporting Games & PE provision. The ability to inspire and support all pupils to flourish and reach their sporting potential. Willingness to learn, engage in CPD to develop in the role, and work collaboratively as part of a team,
Catering Assistant/Delivery Driver
Stockport
£19,710 per annum
30 hours per week
Permanent
30th January 2026
As a Catering Assistant, you’ll be at the heart of our bakery operations, working as part of a supportive team to produce a wide range of freshly made food, including cakes, savouries, buffets and hot meals. You’ll also help support and train adults with physical or learning disabilities who attend the bakery as part of their day service.
In addition, you’ll spend at least 5 hours per week delivering our bakery products in our small electric van and also provide cover for our Delivery Driver during absences, delivering our freshly prepared food to customers across Greater Manchester using our small electric delivery van.
This is a varied, hands-on role ideal for someone who enjoys food production, customer service, teamwork and community impact. For more information, please download the Job Description below.
To apply for this role, please complete the application process below. If you require support with the recruitment process, please get in touch with recruitment@pureinnovations.co.uk or call us on 0161 804 4400.
from the Headmistress Mrs Maria Young MA PGCE LANGUAGE ASSISTANT - FRENCH (Part-Time) Background to the School Farnborough Hill is an independent Catholic day school and a member of the Girls’ Schools Association, Independent Schools’ Association and CISC. It welcomes pupils and staff of all faiths and no faith, provided they are in sympathy with the ethos of the School. About one quarter of the 478 pupils are Catholics. A similar proportion of the staff are Catholic. Located on the Hampshire/Surrey border, the School has excellent transport links, both by train and road being about a 10 minutes’ walk from Farnborough Main station. Farnborough Hill is committed to the education of the whole person. The School places great emphasis on the all-round personal growth of its pupils. It aims for academic excellence as well as ensuring that pupils play a full part in school life and have the opportunities to develop their co-curricular interests. The School offers Academic, Art, Drama, Music and Sports Scholarships at 11+ as well as means-tested bursaries for families in need of financial assistance. Sixth Form Scholarships are awarded on the basis of open examination, as well as for excellence in Creative Arts, Music, Performing Arts and Sport. In 2025 our A level pupils once again achieved impressive results with an excellent 50% of all grades at A*/A and 76% A*-B. Our GCSE results were also excellent with 48% of grades awarded at 9-7. The School’s aim is to engage wholeheartedly in all activities, challenges and opportunities. This is achieved through our pastoral care and encouragement of each individual. This is a strength of Farnborough Hill and we see it as an essential part of our caring, Christian ethos. Parents greatly appreciate this and see it as an important ingredient when choosing to send their daughters here. The School is housed in the historic home of the ex-Empress Eugenie of France, to which much purpose-built school accommodation, such as the sports hall, swimming pool, Art and Design Technology Centre, modern laboratories, theatre, a music suite and hockey all-weather pitch have been added, with an inspiring new Sixth Form Centre which opened in September 2022. These facilities sit within approximately 65 acres of parkland making it a tranquil and inspiring place to work, alongside a forward-looking and ambitious Senior Leadership Team and governing body. The Modern Languages Department The Modern Languages Department at Farnborough Hill is a friendly and dynamic team of successful teachers who care passionately about the languages they teach. The department currently consists of four full-time and two part-time members of staff. In addition, there are part-time language assistants in French, German and Spanish who provide conversation practice in small groups for GCSE pupils and one-to-one sessions for Sixth Form pupils. The department is housed in a suite of classrooms together with a fully equipped Resources Room. All pupils choose to study two languages in Years 7 and 8. Key Stage 3 pupils have two MFL lessons per week. In Year 9, pupils will study either one or two languages, and at Stage 4 languages are optional. The department follows the AQA specification in all three languages and pupils are taught in sets according to their ability in MFL. Modern Languages are also offered at A level, where small groups enable high standards to be reached, including Oxbridge entry level. The A level Modern Languages courses are examined by AQA. Sixth Form pupils are encouraged to attend courses, undertake work experience and/or stay with families abroad. Frequently, pupils choose to pursue languages at university. During the year the department organises day and residential trips, including Christmas Markets and Paris, France for a variety of Year Groups, as well as work experience abroad for senior pupils. Themed languages days are also put on in school both for fun, and to raise the profile of languages as excellent subjects for study. Language Assistant - French We are seeking to appoint a fluent speaker (preferable first language French) of French to assist our pupils with their language oral work at GCSE and A level. This is a part-time role for 10 hours per week, term time only. The main areas of responsibility are: • To support language lessons in the target language through conversations and activities. • To practise conversation with small groups of GCSE and A level pupils and to help prepare them for oral examinations. • To liaise with class teachers on a regular basis regarding content and structure of language sessions. • To be aware of the demands of the speaking elements of the A level and GCSE specifications and the corresponding schemes of assessment. • To keep records of attendance and brief session detai...