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We are seeking an experienced College Compliance and Governance Manager to lead and coordinate governance and statutory compliance across the College.
Reporting to the Head of Estates, the postholder will provide expert advice and assurance on regulatory compliance, act as the College’s Data Protection Lead and Freedom of Information Officer, and maintain key compliance registers, policies and statutory returns. The role combines strategic oversight with hands-on coordination and administration.
Key responsibilities
• Monitor compliance with relevant legislation including UK GDPR, DPA 2018, FOIA 2000, Health & Safety and environmental requirements.
• Maintain the College Compliance Register and ensure statutory deadlines, inspections and renewals are met.
• Coordinate governance policies, document control and review cycles.
• Manage data protection compliance, including data audits, Subject Access Requests and breach reporting.
• Coordinate and respond to Freedom of Information requests.
• Support Health & Safety, environmental, sustainability and licensing compliance.
• Prepare reports for College committees, Council and external bodies.
• Provide advice, guidance and training to staff and senior officers.
For an informal chat please contact Matt Stokes, Head of Estates: mds61@robinson.cam.ac.uk. Completed applications should be emailed to careers@robinson.cam.ac.uk
Closing date for applications: Monday 9 February 2026
Interview date: Tuesday 17 February 2026
Salary
• Salary range £38,000 to £42,000 FTE, per annum, depending on qualifications and experience
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Further Particulars
Do you build the kind of high‑value corporate partnerships that change what’s possible? The British Red Cross is searching for a standout Senior Business Development Manager to lead the charge in securing transformational, multi‑year strategic partnerships. We need a fearless, dynamic fundraiser — someone who can craft compelling value propositions, influence senior leaders, and land six‑ and seven‑figure partnerships. Helping us deliver truly meaningful change for people at home and across the globe.
If you’re driven by purpose, powered by ambition, and ready to shape partnerships that help us change lives, this is your moment.
A day in the life of our Business Development Senior Manager
You’ll shape and deliver our new business strategy and manage a strong new business pipeline. You’ll model high standards of professionalism in partnership development. Actively share your expertise to foster a culture of collaboration, learning, and continuous improvement.
You’ll build and nurture relationships with prospective partners across multiple levels and functions. Success in this role requires strong commercial insight, deep knowledge of corporate partnership best practice. With the ability to tailor engagement to each organisation’s motivations, opportunities, and strategic drivers.
Highly cross‑functional in nature, the role involves close collaboration with colleagues across Volunteering, Retail, Marketing & Communications, UK and International Operations, and other Red Cross and Red Crescent National Societies. Through this collaboration, you’ll shape compelling propositions and drive an organisation‑wide approach to securing new corporate partnerships.
Join the British Red Cross as a Business Development Senior Manager — and shape the future of our mission. If you’re ready to help build partnerships that transform lives, we’re ready for you.
What We’re Looking For:
- Experience:You’ll bring substantial experience in corporate fundraising within the charity sector, with a strong track record of securing six- or seven-figure partnerships.Cultivate, progress, and maintain a high‑quality pipeline of corporate prospects, applying best‑practice partnership development and insight‑driven prospecting.
- Engagement:You’re a relationship builder and influencer, able to engage internal and external stakeholders at all levels of the organisation. You can build strong multi-level relationships with senior corporate stakeholders. You are confident working cross-functionally across the organisation.
- Organised:You’ll thrive in a matrix environment and can manage competing priorities with confidence and clarity.
- Strategic:You’ve a strong understanding of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) and/or Purpose Led Marketing.
- Communications: Strong written and verbal communication skills. The ability to produce clear, compelling, and tailored donor‑facing materials, proposals, and pitches. Confidence in your negotiation and influencing skills, with experience navigating senior‑level conversations and complex stakeholder environments.
If you’re ready to help build partnerships that generate significant and transform lives, apply now and be part of something extraordinary.
Interested? Closing date for completed applications is 23:59 on Sunday 8 th February 2026. Interviews to follow soon after.
- Flexible working:Remote and hybrid working, flexitime, compressed hours, and job sharing.
- Holidays:36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days (per annum)
- Pension scheme:Up to 6% contributory pension.
- Learning & Development:A range of career & learning opportunities.
- Discounts:Blue Light Discount Card, Tickets For Good & employee benefits platform.
- Wellbeing:Peer Supporters, CiC (EAP) & Headspace App.
- Cycle2Work:Lease a bicycle through the scheme.
We are proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme for UK-based roles. During your application, you'll have the option to apply under the scheme.
At the British Red Cross, we value diversity and maintain an inclusive environment for all staff and volunteers. We champion our teams in bringing their true selves to work, free from discrimination. This is achieved through reporting and assistance from our internal networks. These include: Race and Ethnic Equality (REEN), LGBT+, Disability and Wellness (DAWN), Gender, Carers, and Young Staff Network.
Together, we ...
Rehearsal Director
Benoit Swan Pouffer, Artistic Director of Rambert, is looking for a Rehearsal Director to support a large and international programme of works for the world- recognised Rambert company.
He says:
I am looking for a Rehearsal Director that will both support my artistic vision and maintain the high-quality standard I have come to expect from the company. As my artistic right- hand person, the Rehearsal Director will shape, push, inspire, and challenge our artists.
The Rehearsal Director will add their own artistic value to the company and bring their past experiences to their work.
Benoit Swan Pouffer
Choreographer and Artistic Director at Rambert
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We are seeking an experienced, talented rehearsal director with the skills and knowledge to inspire the diverse and exceptionally skilled dancers of the company and to ensure that our guest choreographers and the Artistic Director find their work to be presented to the highest possible standards on stage and approached with serious, knowledgeable creativity in the studio.
The RDs are at the hub of the organisation maintaining and keeping the artistic integrity of the repertory. They work with the producers, production team, administration as well as the choreographers to ensure that our programme is immaculately scheduled and planned, that time in the studio is maximised, the dancers of the company have the conditions they need to do their best work and are both supported and empowered in the studio, and that Rambert is able to take opportunities to take more work further.
We are seeking team members who can bring in-depth knowledge of techniques and styles and with a healthy respect for a wide range of work. Previous work with a major international dance company and knowledge of the world’s leading contemporary and ballet companies will be expected.
In this pack you will find:
- Background information on Rambert
- Job description and person specification
- Conditions of employment
- Information on how to apply
Conditions of Employment
Contract Type and Length: Full time, permanent.
Location: The majority of your time will be spent in the offices and dance studios at 99 Upper Ground, London. You might also need to be away from base if the dancers are rehearsing or performing off-site.
Salary: £43,000 – £47,000 per annum depending on experience.
Accountable to: Artistic Direcctor, Benoit Swan Poufer
Working Hours: Monday to Friday 9.30am to 6pm with some evenings and weekends as required.
Vacancy at Citizens Advice Cornwall
Team Lead (Camborne)
Salary £ 27,500 - £32,000 (Band D)
Camborne
Details
Reporting to the Advice Services Manager, the Team Lead will oversee the effective and efficient operation of their assigned team, ensuring a safe, organised, and professional environment for clients, volunteers, and employees.
As a key member of CA Cornwall’s leadership, you will be responsible for line-managing a team of paid staff and/or volunteers, supporting and coordinating recruitment, induction, training and development, and leading on team-based Health & Safety measures and requirements for the office/outreach locations you oversee.
This role works collaboratively with the Quality of Advice & Technical (QAT) team, to provide the pastoral care and development needs of your team alongside the QAT’s input, feedback, and supervision of team members advice work.
- Proven experience in supervising or managing staff and/or volunteers, with a strong understanding of pastoral care and line management needs.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage teams, projects and multiple operational tasks.
- Good working knowledge of office health & safety requirements and procedures.
- Experience in recruitment, onboarding, and identifying/facilitating learning & development needs.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; able to adapt interpersonal skills to approach situations sensitively and appropriately.
- Proven ability to build effective working relationship with external stakeholders
- The ability to give and receive feedback objectively and sensitively and a willingness to challenge constructively.
- Comfortable working independently and using initiative to problem-solve, as well as collaborating as part of a wider team.
- Strong IT literacy, including use of Microsoft Office, shared drives, and basic database use.
- Commitment to the aims and values of the Citizens Advice Cornwall, including the ability to create a positive working environment in which equality and diversity are well managed, dignity at work is upheld and staff are empowered and motivated to do their best.
- Ability and willingness to travel and work across multiple locations, where required for the role.
- Experience working in an advice, legal, or social welfare organisation.
- Experience/understanding of working within a volunteer-based charity.
- An ability to help build a collaborative ‘one-team’ culture whereby staff and volunteers, as far as possible, contribute their skills, experience, and time flexibly across our service to meet the needs of our clients and colleagues. Therefore, a flexible approach to working and planning would be desirable.
Benefits
We offer:
-37 hours per week (Full-time)
-Salary: FTE £27,500 - £32,000 (Band D) per annum (dependent on experience and qualifications)
-Your work base will be at our Camborne office, requirements to travel to meetings or other offices/locations. Some of the work can be home based
-An opportunity to work for a well-respected local charity
-Being part of a team focused on client needs
-Access to mental health and wellbeing support
-25 days Annual Leave, plus 8 Bank Holidays (pro rata for part-time working)
-Additional time-off over the organisation’s Christmas Closure period (determined each year by the Trustee Board)
-Opportunity to accumulate additional holiday for length of service
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Data platform and integration manager
Overview
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301435
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Salary
£53504
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Type
Permanent - Full Time
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Location
Birmingham
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Hours
37.5
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Closing Date
15/02/2026
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About the role
We are seeking a Data Platform and Integration Manager to lead the delivery of technology initiatives across Sense’s data platforms, ensuring our data landscape is modern, secure and fit for purpose as we continue our technology transformation. This is a hybrid role, working 2-3 days per week at our offices in Selly Oak.
This is an exciting opportunity to shape how a national charity uses cloud and data technologies to drive social impact. You will play a key role in delivering a scalable, reliable data platform that supports insight-led decision-making, operational efficiency and high-quality services.
As our data capability grows over the next three years, this role will be central to ensuring we have the right platforms, integrations and supplier partnerships in place to support our ambitions.
Key responsibilities
Delivery Leadership
- Lead the implementation of a modern data platform, including data integration and storage, working closely with technical and governance teams.
- Maintain a clear roadmap for Sense’s core data platforms aligned to our digital strategy.
- Coordinate internal teams and external suppliers to deliver integrated, well-supported solutions.
- Oversee testing, change management and transition to operational support.
- Provide line management, including regular 1:1s, performance support and mentoring.
Data and Cloud Management
- Ensure the integrity, security and reliability of Sense’s cloud-hosted data platforms.
- Oversee the design, delivery and maintenance of data feeds into and out of the platform.
- Coordinate system improvements and new integrations using agile delivery approaches.
- Lead delivery of automation, workflow and data pipelines within projects and change initiatives.
- Work closely with architecture and security teams to ensure solutions are secure, compliant and resilient.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Build strong relationships with business leaders, service managers and end users to understand needs and priorities.
- Act as a bridge between technical teams and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and transparency.
- Manage supplier and partner relationships to ensure value for money and alignment with organisational goals.
Governance & Continuous Improvement
- Establish and maintain delivery governance, documentation and reporting standards.
- Support adoption of agile, waterfall or hybrid delivery practices across the technology function.
- Drive continuous improvement across processes, tools and standards, contributing to architecture and design development.
- Ensure compliance with Cyber Essentials requirements and support Cyber Essentials Plus accreditation.
About you
Essential
- Proven experience delivering complex technical projects, ideally across data, cloud or enterprise platforms.
- Hands-on understanding of Microsoft Azure and modern data platforms such as Data Factory, Synapse and Power BI.
- Familiarity with data governance frameworks and regulatory requirements for personal data.
- Experience working with third-party suppliers and managing technical contracts or SLAs.
- Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences.
- A passion for using technology to enable better care, inclusion and empowerment.
Desirable
- Experience in the charity, social care or public sector.
- Knowledge of integration tools, low-code/no-code solutions or workflow automation.
- Relevant certifications in data, cloud or project delivery (e.g. Azure, PRINCE2, Agile).
- Understanding of data protection, acces...
Procurement Officer
Job Description
Role: Procurement Officer
Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week
Location: American Express Stadium, Brighton
Contract Type: Permanent
Deadline Day: 5th February 2026
About Brighton & Hove Albion FC
We compete at the highest levels of football on a global stage while embracing our Sussex community spirit. At the heart of everything we do is our commitment to high performance, professional excellence, and making a positive impact.
Our Procurement team is growing!
In this newly created role you will assist in the process of raising, processing, and managing purchase orders on SAP Concur, in line with our procurement policy. You will support with the supplier onboarding process including due diligence checks and manage creation and maintenance of an approved suppliers list. You will also get involved in market research and benchmarking, helping us secure the best value for money on everything we buy, whether it’s goods or services, direct or indirect.
To find out more about this role, click here to read the job description.
About you
Are you a hardworking and enthusiastic professional with a background in procurement? If so, we’d love to hear from you - this is your chance to join the Seagulls! You will thrive in a fast-paced environment and be comfortable juggling competing priorities. Strong communication skills are essential, as you will be collaborating with a diverse range of stakeholders across the club. Ideally, you’ll already be working towards, or interested in starting, your CIPS qualification.
Our values are essential to our success
Our values serve as guiding principles for how we connect with one another, our fans, partners and sponsors. As a club, we embody these values in everything we do:
🔵 Treat People Well
⚪ Exceed Expectations
🔵 Aim High. Never Give Up
⚪ Act with Integrity
🔵 Make it Special
⚪ Be Fan Focused
How we say thank you
In appreciation for your hard work and dedication, we are pleased to offer you a range of additional benefits, including but not limited to:
🥗 Complimentary breakfast and lunch at both sites
🏝️23 days holiday rising with length of service (pro rata for part time staff)
⚡Rewards platform, which includes access to 900+ retailers, a wellbeing centre and more!
👶 Enhanced family policies
🏋️♀️Access to a gym and padel court at our training ground
🎫 Priority access to match tickets and access to free WSL tickets for 2025/26 season
🎓 In-house training programme and CPD opportunities
💰 Exclusive discounts and benefits from our partners and local businesses
Our commitment to EDI
We take pride in being an equal opportunity workplace that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Our core values foster a strong ethical culture, enabling us to meet the needs of our diverse audience, both on and off the pitch. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage or civil partnership. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please contact teamtalent@brightonandhovealbion.com
Safeguarding is part of everything we do
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. We expect all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.
This position is UK-based and requires proof of the right to live and work in the UK. All job offers are conditional upon background checks, including a full 3-year reference history, DBS checks, and verification of your eligibility to work. Please note, we do not sponsor applicants without the right to work in the UK.
Job Details
- Job Family
- American Express Stadium
- Pay Type
- Salary
The Creative Communications Lead is a key role within the staff team, sitting as part of the Creative Team (which includes the Worship Pastor and Media, Production and Sound Technician). The postholder will carry strategic oversight and hands-on delivery of both internal and external communications. They will continue to develop and produce high-quality design, social media, and film content that enables and enhances the ministry of St Stephen’s. We are seeking someone with a passion for creative communication, strong practical skills, and the strategic capability to bring ideas and plans to life.
St Stephens Church
St Stephen’s is a vibrant, growing Evangelical Charismatic Resource Church with around 500 adults, 100 children and 80 youth, supported by a committed staff and volunteer team. St Stephen's. Our vision is simple: Love God, Grow Disciples, Transform Communities. Sundays sit at the heart of our life together, with three services that gather us for worship, teaching and prayer, alongside a wide and active ministry across generations and a strong commitment to serving and resourcing the wider church
Bloxham School is looking for an experienced and creative PR and Communications Manager to lead the planning, development and delivery of our internal and external communications. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented storyteller and strategic communicator to play a pivotal role in shaping how Bloxham School is seen and heard by families, staff, alumni, media, and the wider community.
Sitting within the Marketing and Admissions Department, you will help strengthen the school’s reputation, elevate its brand presence and ensure that our messaging is engaging, accurate and aligned with our values. This role is ideal for a confident communicator who thrives on variety, collaboration and producing consistently high-quality content across multiple channels.
About the Role:
As PR and Communications Manager, you will:
- Lead the delivery of the school’s annual communications and PR plan in line with the Strategic Plan.
- Produce high-quality written content including press releases, speeches, newsletters, case studies, brochures and web articles.
- Proactively source stories from across the school to showcase achievements, culture and values.
- Manage media relations, monitor coverage, and identify opportunities for positive press engagement.
- Oversee digital content creation, including photography, video and social media assets.
- Manage weekly e-newsletters and contribute to ongoing website updates.
- Lead on major publications, including the annual Bloxhamistmagazine.
- Support communications for key events such as Open Days, Founderstide, Careers Fair and major community initiatives.
- Strengthen parent and community engagement through well-crafted communications.
- Assist with internal communication, ensuring clarity and consistency across staff messages.
- Champion brand consistency and compliance with safeguarding, data protection and copyright regulations.
You will also line manage one member of the communications team, offering guidance, feedback and support to help them thrive.
About You
We are seeking someone who is confident, highly organised and able to produce clear, compelling communication across a range of formats.
Essential:
- Degree-level education or equivalent experience.
- Strong background in communications, PR or content creation within a consumer, education or service-led environment.
- Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Strong digital capability, including familiarity with content management systems and social media platforms.
- Experience managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the confidence to liaise with staff, parents, partners and media contacts.
Desirable:
- Understanding of the independent school sector.
- Experience using design tools such as Canva or Adobe Creative Suite.
- Experience with analytics tools to monitor communication performance.
- Knowledge of crisis communication and working with press.
- Photography, videography or basic media editing skills.
Why Join Bloxham School?
- Be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking Marketing and Admissions team.
- Contribute to a well-respected school with a strong identity and rich heritage.
- Work in a creative environment where your ideas and expertise are valued.
- Enjoy a friendly, supportive community with excellent facilities.
Please use the link below to view a full description and person specification for this role.
Working Arrangements:
- Full time, 37.5 hours per week
- Full year working
Start Date:
- As soon as possible
Salary:
- Negotiable, dependent upon experience
Benefits:
- For an introduction to Bloxham School and the benefits offered to staff please view our ‘Working at Bloxham School’ booklet .here
How to Apply:
- Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for this position.
- To apply for this ro...
Senior College Administrator
Pure College
£23,689 per annum
35 hours per week, TERM TIME ONLY
Permanent
30th January 2026
Are you an organised, proactive, and experienced Senior Administrator looking for a new challenge? We are looking for someone to join our college team in a varied role where no two days are the same. The successful candidate will manage the reception office, work closely with the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), and drive improvements by developing and implementing new administrative processes and systems. Additionally, you will provide high level personal assistant support to both the Head of College and the Director of Learning and Development.
You will demonstrate outstanding communication skills and will be the first point of contact for students, staff, professionals, and parents/carers, always delivering the highest standard of customer service. 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.
You will play a key role in fulfilling our aim of maintaining our leadership in the field of first aid training at work. You will support the sales function by achieving key performance indicators through the effective management and development of your direct reports.
- Lead and motivate a team of sales professionals to achieve and exceed targets.
- Monitor performance against KPIs and implement strategies for continuous improvement.
- Support team members with coaching, training, and development.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure exceptional customer service and operational efficiency.
- Contribute to maintaining our reputation as the leading provider of workplace first aid training.
- Proven experience in sales leadership or team management.
- Strong communication and coaching skills.
- Ability to analyze performance data and drive results.
- Passion for delivering outstanding customer experiences.
- Commitment to the values and mission of the British Red Cross.
Interested? The closing date for applications is 23.59 on Wednesday 28th January 2026.
In return for your commitment and expertise, you’ll get:
- Flexible working:Remote and hybrid working, flexitime, compressed hours, and job sharing.
- Holidays:36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days.
- Pension scheme:Up to 6% contributory pension.
- Learning & Development:A range of career & learning opportunities.
- Discounts:Blue Light Discount Card, Tickets For Good & employee benefits platform..
- Wellbeing Support:Peer Supporters, CiC (EAP) & Headspace App.
- Cycle2Work:Lease a bicycle through the scheme.
We are proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme for UK-based roles. During your application, you'll have the option to apply under the scheme.
At the British Red Cross, we value diversity and maintain an inclusive environment for all staff and volunteers. We champion our teams in bringing their true selves to work, free from discrimination. This is achieved through reporting and assistance from our internal networks: Race and Ethnic Equality (REEN), LGBT+, Disability and Wellness (DAWN), Gender, Carers, and Young Staff Network.
Together, we are the world's emergency responders
At the British Red Cross, we value diversity and maintain an inclusive environment for all staff and volunteers. We champion our teams in bringing their true selves to work, free from discrimination. This is achieved through reporting and assistance from our internal networks: Race and Ethnic Equality (REEN), LGBT+, Disability and Wellness (DAWN), Gender, Carers, and Young Staff Network.
The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.
The King’s School, Canterbury is seeking an outstanding Head of Fencing to lead and further develop one of the strongest fencing programmes in the UK, with a start date of April or September 2026. As reigning Public Schools’ Champions in both boys’ and girls’ Épée, this is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of fencing at a school renowned for excellence, ambition and tradition .
Fencing is a flagship sport at King’s, engaging over 90 pupils each term across senior and junior schools, supported by exceptional facilities including a dedicated fencing hall with competition and training pistes. The successful candidate will provide visionary leadership, elite-level coaching expertise (particularly in Épée), and strategic oversight of a comprehensive programme that nurtures beginners through to international-level competitors.
Working closely with the Director of Sport, the Head of Fencing will oversee coaching staff, competitions, equipment, budgets and player development, while ensuring pupils balance high-performance sport with academic and pastoral wellbeing. The role includes regular training sessions, competition travel (including weekends), and active promotion of fencing across the school community.
This post would suit an inspirational coach with strong organisational skills, deep connections within the fencing world, and a passion for developing young people.
If you have questions about the post, or would like an informal discussion to learn more, please contact the Director of Sport, Richard Singfield on rals@kings-school.co.uk
For further information and to apply online, please visit: Current Job Vacancies • The King's School, Canterbury Closing date for receipt of applications 8 February 2026. Interviews will take place during the week
commencing 23 February 2026.
The King’s School is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process which is in line with the statutory Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates.
All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
We’re Alternative Futures Group, a health and social care charity providing specialist support for people with a learning disability or mental health condition.
We’re proud to have been positively changing lives and enabling people to achieve amazing outcomes for over 30 years.
We have a vision to create a world where amazing people do amazing things every day. Our skilled and experienced teams work with every person we support to create a personalised, outcome-focused plans to achieve their aspirations.
As a ‘values based’ employer, the people that work for us genuinely care about the people they support, and we are seeking likeminded people to join our team. If you are passionate about working in Health and Social Care and have a real desire to make a positive difference to the lives of the people we support then we would love to hear from you.
At AFG we also recognise the contribution and value that our staff make. We would not be able to provide the life changing support that we do without people like you!
In return for your contribution we will support you throughout your career and we provide a wide range of employee benefits, career development and lifestyle support services to ensure that you too feel supported, fulfilled and valued from day one of your employment with us.
Self-Management Facilitator - Scottish Borders
Every day people with chest, heart and stroke conditions are leaving hospital scared and alone. You can be part of our mission to make sure that there is no life half lived in Scotland.
By joining Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland (CHSS) as a Self-Management Training Facilitator, you can be the difference between people just surviving and really living.
You will be part of Scotland’s leading charity providing support to people with chest, heart and stroke conditions to live life to the full again. Our Community Healthcare Support Services form a nationwide network of local services, including our Supported Self Management programme, community support groups, nurses, volunteers and one-to-one support teams helping families adjust to life with a heart or lung condition or after a stroke.
We are looking for a Supported Self Management Training Facilitator to join our amazing team in the Borders area. This role is focused on making sure that people affected by chest, heart and stroke conditions have access to our evidence-based Chronic Disease Supported Self Management programme, enabling people with our conditions to live with, and beyond, their new reality.
Through delivering our Supported Self Management programme, you will support people to develop the skills, knowledge and tools to confidently self manage their health condition and live as independently as possible. You’ll also help people to get back to doing the things that are important to them - from simple things like walking to their local shop following a stroke, to returning to a sky-high hobby of gliding!
You will co-facilitate the delivery of our 6-week Chronic Disease Self Management workshops with another trained facilitator and line manage any volunteers who support the delivery of these sessions. You will lead and motivate participants within a group setting to take control of their lives in a positive way, raising their confidence and empowering them to develop the skills to set and achieve goals, make strong and supportive connections with their workshop peers and make meaningful changes to their lifestyle to support their ongoing self management journey.
Candidates don’t need to have medical knowledge, or previous experience as a Chronic Disease Supported Self Management Facilitator, as full training is provided. We are looking for someone with a positive attitude towards people with disabilities and long-term conditions and an understanding of the challenges faced by people with chest, heart and stroke conditions and Long Covid. You should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and an ability to engage with others confidently and deliver key information, clearly.
At Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland, our mission is to ensure there’s No Life Half Lived in Scotland - and you can be a vital part of that. We are Scotland’s leading organisation for person-centred, user-led community support for people with our health conditions.
Applicants must have a car and a current valid driving licence (expenses are paid at mileage rate).
CHSS also supports flexible recruitment through Working Families and we are “Happy to Talk Flexible Working”.
In line with our commitment to safeguarding, this role is subject to a PVG check. CHSS is committed to equality of opportunity and to providing a service which is free from unfair and unlawful discrimination. We therefore aim to ensure that no applicant, volunteer or member of staff is unfairly treated on the grounds of offending background.
If you are interested in this post, please see our website at: Work With Us - Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland
where you will be able to apply online or contact the HR Department via email to
recruitment@chss.org.ukThe manager, Pamela Armstrong, can also be contacted for any general information about the role on pamela.armstrong@chss.org.uk
Please note CVs will not be accepted.
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If you need this application form as a Word document, in larger print, audio form, Braille or in another language, please contact us by phone 0131 225 6963 or email recruitment@chss.org.uk
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Our vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives.
We're here to support people with a learning disability, their families and their carers. We fight for a kinder, fairer and more inclusive society for people with a learning disability to live in.
At Mencap, everyone works with people with a learning disability either providing support or advice, or alongside one another as colleagues.
Belonging at Mencap is for everyone, every day, everywhere.
· Everyone is expected to treat people well and make Mencap an inclusive organisation.
· Every day we grow and learn. It’s okay to make mistakes but we learn from them and make changes
· Everywhere people will feel respected, valued, and safe to be themselves.
We have Belonging network groups that meet online and are open to all colleagues. The groups include people who identify as Black and Asian, LGBTQIA+, disabled or with a long- term health condition, women, parents and carers, and their allies.
We want to encourage everyone to apply to work at Mencap and we offer a variety of different contract types and working patterns. We’re not looking for specific experience. It is your personality and values that will make you a great colleague. We will train and develop you to succeed in the role you’re applying for.
Overview
Full Time / 37 Hours Per Week / Permanent
Are you ready to make a real impact on the natural and built environment of one of the UK’s most vibrant and diverse cities? Leicester City Council is seeking an experienced, creative, and driven landscape designer to join and lead our dynamic Landscape Development team.
What you’ll be doing
Working with a range of stakeholders including senior management, elected members, community groups and the general public you’ll be responsible for leading and implementing a range of landscape development projects across the council, with the chance to shape a greener and more sustainable future for the city. Managing a small team of landscape designers and professionals, and you’ll be the overall lead providing advice, guidance and support across a whole range of projects.
You’ll be managing a range of soft and hard landscaping works including planting schemes, play area works and other landscape related works. You’ll also be responsible for consulting on and liaising with Planning colleagues on developer contributions for our parks and green spaces and managing the portfolio of works.
This role is permanent, working 37 hour per week with opportunities for hybrid and flexible working.
What you’ll need
We are looking for an experienced landscape designer or Landscape Architect with a formal qualification (ideally CMLI) and substantial experience in delivering complex landscape projects from concept to completion. You’ll need a passion for innovative and sustainable design and a strong understanding of a range of relevant legislation, policies and technical standards, along with significant experience of working in a landscape design related setting.
You’ll need to be an excellent communicator with project management and stakeholder engagement skills, with proficiency in AutoCAD and up to date horticultural, technical knowledge.
You’ll be able to work without direct supervision as well as leading your team, managing your time effectively to ensure projects are delivered within scope and budget. You’ll also need a full clean driving licence as you’ll be visiting sites across the city checking on progress and undertaking site assessments.
What you’ll bring
- Extensive landscape design experience and an ability to thrive in complex environments.
- A passion for sustainable, innovative design and a strong understanding of relevant legislation, policies, and technical standards.
- Excellent understanding of the UK’s planning system and how developer contributions can be used for landscape projects.
- Strong planting knowledge, proven experience in writing specifications, maintenance and management plans and designing to budgets.
- Experience in project management, either leading project or working in a project team delivering landscape-related schemes.
- Organised and able to prioritise work independently and work to strict deadlines.
- Creative design skills and an eye for detail
- Feels confident influencing leaders, negotiating outcomes and steering direction
- Enjoys leading change and spotting opportunities for innovation
- Writes brilliantly and communicates with clarity and impact
- Demonstrates inclusive, people-centred leadership whilst enjoying working as a team, self-motivated and engaged.
- A wide range of IT skills including programmes such as AutoCAD and Sketchup.
- Experience in contract management.
What we can offer you
As well as the satisfaction of helping to improve thousands of lives across Leicester, you can look forward to a work environment that encourages a healthy work/life balance. You’ll enjoy generous annual leave, membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and the option of flexible working. We’ll also give you the chance to develop your skills and expertise with a variety of training and development opportunities. In addition, you can choose from a number of flexible benefits, including discounts on city buses and trains. For an illustrative value of your benefits package, take a look at our benefits calculator.
Join us
We’re committed to recruiting a diverse and highly-talented workforce as we continue to build a council that is fitting and representative of our great city. That’s why we’ve designed our recruitment process to put you at your ease, make you feel welcome and bring the best out of you. We’ll do all we can to make our recruitment process as fair as possible. To help you with your application, take a look at the...