Reporting to the Director of Operations, you will work alongside two Heads of Operations for our Wetland Discovery sites, to support our Wetland Reserves sites in achieving our ambitions. You will lead Site Managers at Caerlaverock, Steart and Welney, as well as potential future reserves, supporting them in improving the health and diversity of our wetland habitats whilst ensuring they maximise opportunities for income development and funding to assure financial stability for years to come.
This is a permanent contract, working full time, Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours a week. Part-time work will be considered.
For this role we can offer the opportunity for hybrid working. It is expected the role will need you to be present at each of your sites on a regular basis, at least once per month.
You will be passionate about nature and conservation with a good understanding of the challenges and pressures faced by site operations which rely on funding through stewardship grants, donations and restricted funding.
To join as our Head of Operations Wetland Reserves you’ll bring:
- Senior level operational experience in a comparable organisation working directly with conservation or nature-based experiences where income streams are not driven by visitation but by external funding and/or donations.
- Evidence of strong skills in leading and supporting business planning, financial analysis, budget development and management, across multiple sites with varying income streams and asset portfolios.
- The ability to recruit, performance manage and motivate diverse multi-disciplinary teams.
- Demonstrable leadership skills, able to coach and mentor site leaders and their teams, communicating clarity of direction and inspiring teams to work towards common goals.
- Skills in networking and influencing internally and externally at a senior level, developing partnerships with like-minded organisations for the benefit of WWT and our charitable aims.
- Demonstrable ability to manage the complexity of demands posed by triple-bottom-line objectives across our conservation targets, visitor engagement and financial targets.
We reserve the right to close the advert early if we receive a sufficient number of applications from candidates who meet the required skills and experience. We therefore encourage early applications.
We’re WWT, and we’re on a mission to restore the super-powered ecosystems we call wetlands. There’s never been a more important moment for our work, and we’ve got some phenomenal people on the case.
Whether they’re taking a new visitor under their wing, or conducting ground-breaking research further afield, our team are second to none. And there’s nothing we love more than watching them soar.
Whatever you do here, you’ll be helping to restore wetlands and unlock their power. So, the only question left is, what role will you play?
- Wake up every day knowing your work is helping to restore wetlands, and our world
- Be surrounded and inspired by our team of passionate, dedicated people
- 33 days annual leave (which goes up to 38 days after 5 years of service) – this includes bank holidays and you have flexibility to take those days whenever you want
- Free entry to all our wetland centres, including your family
- Free car parking and secure bike storage areas
- Colleague discount on shopping and memberships
- Cycle to work scheme
- Contributory pension scheme
- Life Assurance of three times your salary, for peace of mind for your loved ones
- Independent personal, workplace and financial advice from our Employee Assistance Programme
WWT is an equal opportunities employer and all applications will be considered solely on merit.
COURSE LEADER (BUSINESS & ENTREPRENEURSHIP) JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: COURSE LEADER (BUSINESS & ENTREPRENEURSHIP) Responsible to: ISS Course Director Main Purpose: The Course Leader is responsible for leading and overseeing the smooth delivery and high educational quality of the Future Founders programme for students aged 14-17, including the academic content as well as ensuring the students are well integrated into the activities and pastoral elements of the course. The Leader will be actively involved in the teaching of the course – in the morning and some afternoons – and will work alongside the Course Coordinator to ensure the students enjoy a challenging and exciting programme. The Leader will also contribute to the wider life of the summer school, by providing support on some afternoon and evening activities and in the boarding houses on a rota basis (as laid out in the Teams schedule). Course Dates: The Future Founders (formerly LIRA) programme in 2026 will run for 2 weeks, from the 4th to the 18th of July. All candidates must attend on-site induction prior to the start date (dates outlined below). Some work will be required prior to the course start date to ensure the Leader is familiar with the course plan and content prior to delivery. If candidates have holidays, weddings, graduations etc booked, they must mention this at the interview stage. Time off for such events cannot be guaranteed otherwise. The course is run on the Senior School campus (Sedbergh), with three London trips running throughout the course. See breakdown of dates below. - - - 2nd July 2026: induction begins 4th – 18th July: Future Founders programme 18th – 21st July: London trip The Course Leader may be asked to assist with the London trip at the end of the course. This is a 4-day trip with all activities, accommodation, transport and meals pre-arranged by an experienced tour operator. Summer School roles are residential and involve variable hours, including evenings and weekends. Weekly pay reflects both active working hours and periods of standby/on-call duty. Staff receive one full day off per week and reasonable daily rest periods. The school cannot cover the cost of travelling to and from the school, unless accompanying students (e.g. to London). Roles and Responsibilities: To take overall responsibility for the day to day running of the Future Founders programme, which includes, and is not limited to: • Assist with the induction and site orientation of Future Founder attendees. • Coordinate the delivery of all modules, excursions and final presentations. • Deliver input sessions that are interactive, age-appropriate and aligned with the programme objectives. • Organise and liaise with external speakers, local business visitors, and workshop leaders. • Support students in developing their business ideas, teamwork, and presentation skills. • Provide guidance and feedback throughout the programme. • Engage with pupils in a friendly and professional manner, encouraging full pupil participation. • Supervise and support the Future Founders Coordinator, ensuring effective communication and teamwork. • Allocate teaching and supervision duties appropriately. • Lead students on course-related excursions, including the Apprentice-style challenge and visits to local businesses, ensuring student safety. Support afternoon workshops where required. • • Ensure all sessions are delivered competently, professionally and safely, in accordance with Sedbergh policies and risk assessments. • Maintain accurate plans and records of lessons, workshops, and student progress. • Report regularly to the Course Director regarding course delivery, student engagement, and any issues. • Participate in wider afternoon and evening activities as part of the summer school staff team. • Assist within the boarding house on a rota basis, contributing to a positive residential experience. • In line with school safety, assist the Social Media Coordinator in providing effective photographic material for use in social media daily. • Manage students’ conduct and behaviour to ensure students enjoy and get the most out of the summer school programme. • Ensure the facilities used by Future Founders are returned to their original state, to include all school facilities and equipment, at the end of the course. • Assist at any time, whether on duty or not, with an emergency or where a student is injured or unhappy. • Any other tasks as required by the Course Director to ensure the smooth running of the Future Founders programme. Pre-Course Duties will include: • Understand all course content in advance and support the development o...
Retail Team Leader Reports to: Retail Officer Location: Based at Swanage, with regular travel across the Railway Hours: Part time (25 hours per week, with evening and weekend working) Contract: Annualised Salary: £17,000 per annum Purpose of the Role To lead the day-to-day delivery of retail operations across the railway, ensuring a welcoming, high-quality visitor experience while maximising secondary spend. The Retail Team Leader plays a hands-on role, leading by example, supporting staff and volunteers, and ensuring retail outlets are well-presented, well-stocked, and visitor- focused at all times. Key Responsibilities – Retail Operations - Lead daily retail operations across all shops, kiosks, and pop-up outlets. - Ensure shops are open, staffed, clean, attractive, and fully stocked. - Maintain high standards of visual merchandising aligned with seasonal events and branding. - Support stock control, deliveries, pricing, and basic cash handling procedures. - Work closely with the Retail Officer/Manager on product ranges and promotions. Key Responsibilities – Team Leadership - Act as first point of contact for retail staff and volunteers during shifts. - Provide on-the-job support, guidance, and informal training. - Help coordinate rotas, breaks, and cover to ensure smooth operation. - Foster a positive, inclusive, and motivated team culture. - Lead by example in customer service and professionalism. Key Responsibilities – Visitor Experience - Deliver consistently excellent customer service across all retail outlets. - Support visitors with enquiries, accessibility needs, and general assistance. - Handle minor complaints or issues professionally, escalating when required. - Act as a visible ambassador for the railway and its values. Commercial Awareness - Encourage upselling and cross-selling in a friendly, visitor-focused way. - Support event trading (galas, Christmas services, special events). - Provide feedback on visitor trends, popular products, and improvement opportunities. - Assist with end-of-day checks and basic reporting where required. Health, Safety & Compliance - Ensure safe working practices in all retail environments. - Follow safeguarding, cash handling, and data protection procedures. - Support risk assessments and incident reporting as required. Person Specification – Essential - Experience in retail, hospitality, or visitor attraction environments. - Confident supervising or leading others (staff or volunteers). - Strong customer service skills with a friendly, calm approach. - Practical, hands-on attitude and ability to multitask. - Willingness to work weekends, bank holidays, and busy event days. Person Specification – Desirable - Experience working with volunteers. - Visual merchandising or stock control experience. - Interest in heritage, tourism, or visitor attractions. Reporting Line Reports to: Retail Officer Works closely with: Visitor Services, Catering, Events, and Volunteer Teams
Volunteering Services Delivery Lead
- Salary From:£28,000
- Salary To:£31,000
- Region:UK Wide
- Location:Dual London/Home
- Advertised Job Category:Engagement
- Department:Volunteering
- Job type:Fixed Term
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We welcome applications from everyone who meet the criteria and strongly encourage individuals to apply who have a disability, impairment or health condition or individuals who identify as Black, Asian or from another minority ethnic background, as these groups are currently under-represented at Macmillan. Our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy here along with our internal employee representation body, ‘Our Voice’ and 8 Employee Network groups help us promote fairness and belonging, becoming an engaged and inclusive organisation for all our people.
If you would like to discuss your application or anything further in regards to a career at Macmillan Cancer Support please email us at TATeam@macmillan.org.uk.
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Group Leader – Microbiome Modelling and Host–Microbe Interactions
Applications Close: 15 February 2026
We’re looking for an ambitious and collaborative Group Leader or Career Track Group Leader to pioneer the development of next-generation microbiome assays and model systems. This strategic appointment joining our Food, Microbiome and Health research theme will establish new capabilities for interrogating host-microbiome interactions, advancing our understanding of how diet shapes human health through the gut microbiome and beyond.
Your research vision
You will build an independent research program focused on developing innovative microbiome models, assays, or analytical approaches that advance our mechanistic understanding of diet-microbiome-host interactions. Areas of particular interest include:
- Minimal, synthetic, or engineered microbiome models
- Cutting-edge in vitro and ex vivo microbiome assays, including high-throughput, functional, and mechanistic assays
- Tools to study host–microbe metabolic interactions and microbial community dynamics include organ-on-chip and organoid models
- Diet–microbiome–health relationships and microbiome-driven mechanisms, including models of human digestion
- Development of enhanced, standardised, or scalable microbiome assay platforms
We seek candidates who can bridge technological innovation with biological insight, whether through novel in vitro systems, advanced molecular techniques, computational methods, or integrated multi-omics approaches. Your research should align with our strategic priorities in nutrition science, sustainable food systems, and translational health research.
In addition to delivering on Institute core research objectives, the successful applicant is expected to develop a broad research grant portfolio that includes collaborative projects with other scientists in the institute and beyond, and with stakeholders in industry and government.
Who should apply
We welcome applications from diverse disciplinary backgrounds including microbiology, biochemistry, bioinformatics, computational biology, nutrition science, immunology, gastroenterology, analytical chemistry, and bioengineering. What matters most is your vision for advancing microbiome science through innovative methodological approaches and your enthusiasm for collaborative, translational research.
Successful candidates will have an excellent publication record and evidence of establishing and supporting a productive research group supported by national research council (e.g., UKRI or equivalent) grants at a level commensurate for their career stage. Candidates should also have a clear vision for collaborative research.
In addition to delivering on Institute core research objectives, the successful applicant is expected to develop a broad research grant portfolio that includes collaborative projects with other scientists in the institute and beyond, and with stakeholders in industry and government.
More information about the role can be found in the Group Leader Recruitment Pack (PDF).
Completed applications should include:
- A description of (i) current research activities and (ii) short and longer-term research aims and potential strategic goals (each 2-3 pages);
- Curriculum Vitae.
- Covering letter outlining your motivation to apply for the Group Leader position.
Join us in transforming our understanding of how food structure, composition, and the microbiome intersect to influence human health.
The successful applicant will be offered an indefinite contract, or for applicants with less experience, a Career Track Group Leader position (5-year contract) with tenure subject to review. Positions come with a significant support package with an equivalent value up to £500,000, including a Postdoctoral Research Assistant, start-up package, budget for consumables and other research expenses, and access to core services including next generation sequencing and bioinformatics, advanced bioimaging, and Human Studies. We offer an exciting, innovative and supportive research environment, competitive salaries (depending on qualifications and experience) and a great place to live – a relocation package is available.
Interviews will be held on 16th March 2026.
We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from all sectors of society. The Institute values of Respect, Innovation, Collaboration and Excellence are at the heart of...
Registered Nurse – Community Palliative Care – FTC until 31 January 2027
Want to make a difference to local lives?
We are an independent local charity based in Bosham, Chichester offering a wide range of services to support our patients, and their loved ones, who are living with a life limiting or terminal illness. The work we do makes a real difference to the lives of local people and we support over 330 patients at any one time between our In Patient Unit and Community teams.
Being a Band 5 Registered Nurse at St Wilfrid’s
Part time – 30 hours | Fixed-Term Contract (Maternity Cover until 31/01/2027) | Weekend and bank holiday availability | days 9am -5pm
Are you a compassionate Registered Nurse looking to make a real difference in the community?
We are seeking a dedicated Band 5 Registered Nurse to join our Community Team on a part time, fixed-term basis covering maternity leave until 31 January 2027.
Our Hospice Community Team care for patients in any setting, wherever they are living. As part of our highly regarded community nursing team, you will provide specialist palliative and end-of-life care to patients in their own homes. Using a person-centred approach, you will undertake holistic assessments, coordinate care, and deliver proactive, compassionate nursing that meets the individual needs of patients and their families.
At St Wilfrid’s, you’ll become part of a friendly, inspiring, and supportive team, dedicated to providing the highest standards of end-of-life and palliative care in the community.
Key Responsibilities
- To provide skilled nursing care to patients in a variety of community settings
- To provide individualised and person-centred care plans
- Where appropriate initiate referrals, to ensure adequate care and support to patients and their loved ones.
- Maintain accurate, comprehensive and contemporaneous records in accordance with St Wilfrid’s Hospice and NMC guidelines.
Please click here to download and view the full job description.
Qualifications and Experience
- Relevant degree/diploma or equivalent qualification and is NMC registered
- Experience in palliative care(desirable but not essential)
- Demonstrates excellent communication, planning, and time-management skills
- Have the Right to Work in the UK
What we offer you
We offer all St Wilfrid’s employees the following benefits:
- Annual Leave– 27 days per year plus bank holidays, pro-rata which increases with service
- Healthcare– Access to a contributory health plan for you and family members
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)– Access to free and confidential Virtual GP Advice, Counselling and Legal Support
- Continuation of existing NHS Pension Scheme Membership– And recognition of reckonable service for certain benefits
- Generous Workplace Pension– 7.5% employer contribution for employees
- Life Assurance Scheme– Should the worst happen while you’re working with us, your loved ones will receive a lump sum payment equal to two times your salary (or the NHS Life Assurance Scheme if applicable)
- Subsidised food– A range of high-quality meals at low prices for all employees when on site at the Hospice
- Employee discount– In all our community charity shops and eligibility for the Blue Light Card discount scheme
How to Apply
Closing date for applications is 8th February 2026 (midnight).
Please complete the form below.
If you have any queries regarding this vacancy please email us at hradmin@stwh.co.uk or call 01243 755183. Please note this vacancy may close early if sufficient applications have been received.
Interview Information
Interviews will take place across the 19th and 20th February 2026 at St Wilfrid’s Hospice, Bosham.
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MEAL Assistant (Raqqa)
Department
Syria سوريا
Employment Type
Full-Time
Minimum Experience
Mid-level
Near East Foundation (NEF) – Syria
Title: MEAL Assistant
Reports to: MEAL Officer
Location: Raqqa
Type: Full-Time project
The Near East Foundation (NEF) is seeking candidates for a Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Assistant position, to be based in Raqqa. NEF is a non-profit international development organization that has supported livelihoods recovery and community-based economic development in the Middle East, Africa, and Caucasus since 1915. NEF draws on local teams, experience, and partnerships in these regions to create community-led solutions to improve livelihoods and local governance among conflict and crisis-affected groups, while maintaining neutrality and ensuring inclusiveness in our approach. Working through a network of country offices and local partners, NEF has operations in ten countries: Armenia, Jordan, Lebanon, Iraq, Mali, Morocco, Palestine, Sudan, South Sudan, and Syria. Our programs are organized around three pillars: Inclusive Economic Development, Climate-resilient Development, and Stabilization and Peacebuilding.
Responsibilities
Data Collection
- Support data collection and internal reporting, ensuring tools are correctly understood and used by program and field teams, under guidance from the MEAL Officer .
- Collect, enter, and analyze data monthly, quarterly, and annually, ensuring accuracy and reliability.
- Identify challenges in the data collection process and report them to the MEAL Officer for resolution.
- Conduct monitoring field visits, phone verifications, and facilitate Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) and Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) using MEAL-developed tools and guidelines.
- Support in the training, guidance , and supervision of volunteers and field associates in conducting assessments and surveys (e.g., baselines, follow-ups, end-lines), using KOBO and/or AKVO tools.
- Document activities with photos, ensuring proper consent is obtained and filed according to MEAL guidelines.
- Assist the MEAL Officer by sharing field insights to ensure surveys and tools are suitable and appropriate for the local context.
Data Management and Analysis
- Verify and ensure the accuracy and completeness of collected data in collaboration with the MEAL Officer .
- Maintain a clean and accurate database, including the Digital Lending Management System (LMS) and coordinate with the MEAL Officer and IM Coordinator for reporting.
- Assist in producing reports and tools to share with project implementation teams.
- Organize and maintain a filing system for all MEAL-related files and supporting documentation, prioritizing digital records.
Learning
- Provide input to the management team on new initiatives and improvements in MEAL processes.
- Collect and prepare visibility materials (success stories, case studies, etc.) in close coordination with the MEAL Officer .
- Integrate findings from data collection and analysis into learning documents in close coordination with the MEAL Officer .
- Support the implementation of lessons learned workshops in close coordination with the MEAL Officer.
Accountability:
- Conduct awareness sessions for staff and communities on the FCRM, ensuring understanding of available feedback tools.
- Ensure beneficiaries understand project objectives, selection criteria, and available feedback channels.
- Monitor Feedback and Complaint Response Mechanisms (FCRM), ensuring accessibility, cultural appropriateness, and confidentiality.
- Conduct spot checks with beneficiaries to assess satisfaction with NEF services and staff.
- Assist beneficiaries in submitting feedback or complaints, ensuring transparency and proper follow-up.
- Document accountability-related issues, including complaints, resolutions, and lessons learned, in coordination with the MEAL team.
Qualifications and Requirements:
The successful candidate must be a self-directed individual with the following qualifications:
Basic Qualifications
- University degree in Social Science or any relevant field of study and field experience dealing with data collection, management, analysis and reporting.
- At least one year of M&E experience in a development or humanitarian ...
Team Leader - Truro, Camborne, Redruth
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Job Introduction
Seeking a Team Leader in Truro, Camborne and Redruth
Looking for a new development opportunity?
Your skills and experience working in care could be a great match for our Team Leader role. You will be a great role model, providing excellent support; inspire, motivate and enable others to achieve their goals. You will be resilient, calm and confident in approach.
Delivering excellent quality and outcomes for the people we support is at the heart of everything we do, and you’ll be instrumental in ensuring our high standards are met.
With the support of the registered manager you will offer support, advice and guidance to your team and coach them to develop new skills, providing regular supervision and effectively deploying resources.
The support we provide is centred around each person’s values, preferences and needs. This includes developing daily living skills, accessing a wider community, personal care and medication needs. In this role you’ll also lead and support a team of support workers.
Full and part-time opportunities available
A full UK manual driving licence required.
Benefits
- Sleep-ins paid at £60 extra (basic salary £30996 to £32869 pro rata)
- On-going training and career development including professional qualifications
- Contributory pension
- We cover the cost of DBS checks
- Rota's are planned in advance.
- Access to Wagestream where you can track your basic salary and additional hours earnings throughout the month and stream (access) a portion of those earnings before your monthly pay date. You can also access a range of financial support and advice, as well as save directly from your earnings.
- Shopping discounts including Blue Light card, EE perks and Costco membership
- Successfully 'recommend a friend' to join us and you'll receive a thank-you payment
- Access to wellbeing helplines.
- Health Cash Plan
You will:
- Be a confident problem solver and creative thinker with good communication skills
- Resilience to overcome challenges
- Experience working with people with a learning disability
- Experience developing skills within a team
- Previous management experience is desirable
- Relevant social care qualification
- A management qualification would be desirable.
Your responsibilities:
- To empower the people we support to live the lives they want to lead
- Provide great leadership and day-to-day supervision to a team of support workers.
- Assist the locality manager in the supervision, coaching and mentoring of the team.
- Provide direct care and support to the people we support and model best practice.
- Co-ordinate the daily provision of support and activities for people we support to ensure the delivery of a high quality, responsive and efficient service.
- You’ll have finances and other resources to manage, along with legal requirements and standards of care to meet.
Brandon Trust work alongside people of different ability so they are able to create opportunity and feel empowered to live the life they want.
All team leaders work flexible shifts to provide a 24/7 service. Successful applicants for this role will require an enhanced DBS check.
We are an Equal Opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all sections of the community.
Team Leader - Leeds (Daniel Yorath House)
Job Description
Team Leader ** FIXED TERM CONTRACT**
Leeds
Salary: Up to £15.66 per hour
Hours: 26.5 hours per week
About Us:
Brainkind is a charity that aims to improve the lives of people
with brain injuries in the UK.Our assessment centres, rehabilitation units and hospitals use expert neurorehabilitation to support people to regain the skills they have lost. We treat people with a range of brain injuries – sustained through trauma, illness, substance abuse and more – to recover and meet their personal goals. Our employees are incredibly enthusiastic about the jobs they do – you will find a dedicated team spirit across our services and amazing colleagues who always pull together and look out for each other.
MAIN PURPOSE
- To contribute to and have responsibility for providing quality social and vocational support services for service users within a specified group at a specified location or group of locations.
- To lead, supervise and develop a team of support workers to ensure the needs of the service users are met according to their individual support plan in line with company policy and procedures and regulatory standards.
MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Team Leader is expected to be fully competent in all aspects of the Support Worker.
- Establish and maintain professional relationships with stakeholders to compliment and contribute to the positive reputation of the company.
- To provide line management to a designated team of staff within a specified group at a location or group of locations within the allocated division.
- To undertake any reasonable traveling requirements to fulfil the tasks and responsibilities of the role. This may include supporting other locations within the Division as required.
- To set and communicate high standards of care and professional conduct within the team supervised.
- To lead and support compliance with Brainkind quality audits.
- To lead and support in health and safety duties as appropriate.
- To contribute information for the accurate notification of incidents/accidents/safeguarding as appropriate.
- Represent Brainkind at meetings and seminars and any other external events, where appropriate.
- Contributing to effective liaison with stakeholders and external agencies with local authorities, families, advocates, GPs, local safeguarding teams, other DT departments and professionals within the realms of Health and Social Care that have an impact on service provision in consultation with senior colleagues.
- To monitor and be responsible for the day-to-day spending at the location, to include Trust and service user monies.
- To empower staff and service users to maintain a homely environment.
- To plan and organise in advance staff rotas to include annual leave, training, and an appropriate skills mix, ensuring that the staff rota compliments service user needs and individual programmes and meets contractual obligations to commissioners. Where applicable to be supported by line management
- Ensure Administration of Medication is effectively managed, audited, ordered, and stored in line with individual service user requirement and Brainkind Policy and Procedures.
- To be responsible and manage in line with local procedures various resources e.g. Walkie Talkies, location keys, iPad, and mobile phones etc.
- To contribute to the recruitment, selection, and induction of support staff.
- To supervise, appraise, develop, and train within a designated group of support workers.
- To contribute attend, plan and participate in staff meetings as appropriate.
- To contribute to, monitoring and facilitation of training.
About you:
- NVQ / QCF level 3 HSC or willingness to work towards within 12 months.
- Previous experience of working in a care setting
- Knowledge of current relevant legislation relating to care standards, health and safety and food hygiene
- Demonstrate ability to be flexible and adaptable in approach, being able to prioritise, plan and organise the workload.
- Ability to contribute to the development of service user plans.
- Knowledge and experience of managing and administering medication
- Ability to use and promote Person Centred Working demonstrating service user outcomes.
- Excellent communication skills to communicate effectively on all levels.
- Literacy skills to meet the requirements of defensible documentation.
- Good time keeping, time management attendance skills.
Team Leader Job 0315
- Job Reference
- Job 0315
- Location
- Stroud, Gloucestershire
- Salary
- £35,098.00 per annum
- Vacancy Type
- Permanent/Full Time
- Working Hours
- 37.5 hours per week
- Application Deadline
- Sunday, February 15, 2026
- Job Summary
- The Role
As a key member of our wider Gloucestershire leadership team, the Team Leader role promises to offer new challenges and opportunities within a supportive local and national context.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead a dynamic team in a thriving service, making positive changes in peoples’ lives, through a non-judgmental, recovery-based approach that values the strengths and choices of those individuals.
Through joining Via you will receive a warm welcome, peer support, training, regular supervision and the chance to thrive in a lively and innovative service.
The main purpose of this role is to lead the team, working closely with the service manager, to ensure excellent quality of care to people who use our service accessing treatment for substance use and their complex needs, in partnership with a clinical team, counsellors and other professionals involved in client's care.
You will have an in-depth knowledge and experience of the challenges affecting people with substance use and related health and wellbeing issues, and you will be a resilient, compassionate and solution-focussed leader – confident in coaching new and experienced staff alike. You will hold chairing responsibilities for a range of team meetings and so must have strong engagement skills and be confident in facilitating reflective and development sessions, inspiring high standards across every aspect of our service delivery and valuing members of the team as individuals.
The duties are varied, and no two days will be the same.
Duties may include supporting other areas of service delivery across the county.
The ServiceAdult Drug and Alcohol Services across Gloucestershire transferred to Via on 1
stApril 2024. The role is part of Via’s structure and provides a great opportunity to build on existing service strengths, drive new developments and make a positive impact as part of this new contract.To see the generous range of benefits we offer at Via including 30 days annual leave for all new starters, our health and wellbeing initiatives, financial perks and development opportunities – visit our
Benefits PackageFor an informal chat about the role, contact Donna Simon, Service Manager at
donna.simon@viaorg.ukor call 01452 223014.The closing date for applications is
Sunday 15th February 2026at midnight.Interviews are likelyto take place the week commencing the 23rdFebruary 2025.We only accept applications via
http://www.viaorg.uk/work-at-via/career-paths/using our application form, sorry we don’t accept CVs. For guidance on how to complete the application visithttp://www.viaorg.uk/work-at-via/how-to-apply/. Please submit your application as soon as possible as we may close adverts at any time if we receive a sufficient number of applications.Via welcomes enquiries from everyone, and we value diversity in our workplace. Our commitment to promoting diversity and developing a workplace environment where all staff are treated with dignity and respect is central to our recruitment process.
We’re a Disability Confident Employer and are committed to the employment and career development of disabled people. We offer an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for our jobs, please confirm in the personal statement part of our application form that you are applying under this scheme.
Appointment to all our posts are subject to satisfactory completion of our safeguarding checks including DBS and we follow safer recruiting principles.
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Team Leader
Job Introduction
Phoenix House is a newly refurbished Edwardian property providing a high‑quality therapeutic living environment for adults with mild to moderate learning disabilities and probable mental health needs. The service supports five residents on their recovery journey, many of whom may have experienced trauma or have current or historic involvement with the criminal justice system.
Our aim is to help residents rebuild stability, improve wellbeing, develop independence, and progress safely toward independent living within 18–24 months. Our ethos is:
- Person‑centred
- Trauma‑informed
- Strengths‑based
- Focused on empowerment and recovery
Role Responsibility
As Team Leader, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the culture, standards, and daily operations of this innovative supported accommodation service. This is a rare opportunity to help establish a new therapeutic environment from day one.
Working alongside the Service Manager, you will lead a small, dedicated team of Recovery Workers, ensuring the delivery of high‑quality, safe, and consistent support that aligns with Phoenix House’s values and recovery model.
You will combine operational leadership, oversight of risks and needs, and hands‑on support, modelling best practice in trauma‑informed care while helping residents achieve meaningful progress.
In a role where no two shifts are the same, you will take the lead in implementing and driving high performance standards throughout the team and the service, underpinned with a clear vision and strong values.
This is a rota‑based role. You’ll work as part of a fair, well‑planned rota that includes some evenings, weekends, and sleep‑ins, and you will also take part in the on‑call manager rotation. We are committed to ensuring staff wellbeing, flexibility where possible, and a positive work–life balance.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Team Management
- Provide day‑to‑day leadership, direction, and support to Recovery Workers
- Deliver regular supervision, reflective practice, and ongoing skills development
- Role‑model trauma‑informed, person‑centred, strengths‑based practice
Service Delivery & Quality
- Oversee the delivery of high‑quality key‑working, support planning, and risk management
- Ensure compliance with safeguarding, MAPPA, and partnership protocols
- Maintain robust, accurate records and uphold quality assurance standards
- Lead on incident management, reflective learning, and continuous improvement
Resident Support & Recovery
- Maintain a small caseload, delivering structured key‑working sessions where needed
- Ensure support plans are personalised, goal‑focused, and regularly reviewed
- Promote independence, routines, community integration, education, and positive social networks
- Work closely with residents to build life skills and confidence
Multi‑Agency Partnership Work
- Act as a primary point of contact for Manchester City Council, Probation Services, Positive Pathways Social Workers, mental health professionals, and other partners
- Attend multi‑disciplinary meetings and contribute to coordinated support and risk planning
- Build strong relationships that enhance resident outcomes and service quality
Service Development
- Contribute to shaping and embedding a new service model
- Support innovation, problem‑solving, and best practice approaches
- Help create a supportive, high‑performing team culture from the ground up
The Ideal Candidate
You are an emotionally resilient, compassionate leader who understands the importance of structure, consistency, and therapeutic relationships. You balance empathy with strong professional boundaries and are motivated by the opportunity to build an exceptional service.
Essential:
- Experience supporting people with mental health needs, learning disabilities, or complex/challenging backgrounds
- Str...
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Make a positive difference in someone’s life by joining The Richmond Fellowship Scotland!
Are you an experienced social care professional, committed to promoting inclusion and ready to take the next step in your leadership journey? If yes, we’d love to hear from you!
We’re looking for a compassionate and proactive individual to join our service in Buckhaven as a Team Leader, on a full-time (37.5hrs per week), permanent basis.
Due to the nature of this role, we can only consider applicants that hold a full driving licence.
As a Team Leader, you’ll provide first-line leadership to a dedicated multidisciplinary team of support staff, ensuring exceptional standards of care and practice. You’ll take an active role in shaping the quality of support provided, leading by example and creating a culture of respect, learning and continuous improvement.
What You’ll Do
- Lead the day-to-day running of the service, including rotas, records and quality standards
- Supervise, mentor and coach staff to deliver exceptional support
- Develop and review personalised support plans
- Work directly on shift to build strong relationships with the people you support
- Promote inclusion, community participation and meaningful opportunities
- Maintain clear communication with families, professionals and partners
- Take part in on call duties
What You’ll Bring
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in social care, including supporting individuals with complex needs and behaviours of concern
- Experience supervising or coordinating staff
- Working knowledge of budgets and targets
- Strong communication, planning and motivational skills
- SVQ Level 3 in Care (or willingness to achieve it)
- A values-driven approach built on inclusion, respect and empowerment
Benefits
- Generous annual leave
- Cash-back and discounts at a variety of high street and online retailers
- Paid travel during shifts and 45p per mile fuel allowance
- Continuous in-house training opportunities and chances to further your career in social care
- Refer a Friend scheme - £150 reward for successfully referring a colleague
- Employee Forum - for employees to voice their opinions and give feedback which in turn, allows us to continuously improve as an employer and ensure a positive working environment
- Free Membership of Glasgow Credit Union
- HSF Health Care plan
- Counselling & Life Works service
We’re looking to fill this post as soon as possible and reserve the right to close the advert if suitable candidates are found before the advert closes. To avoid disappointment, pop your application in early.
Closing Date: 18th February 2026
PVG checks will be required of all successful applicants; having a conviction will not necessarily debar you from working in this sector. All new staff members will be required to register with the SSSC within 6 months of their start date.
We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications irrespective of race, ethnicity or national origin, religion, gender, disability, age, marital, parental status or sexual orientation. Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams.
We celebrate difference and encourage everyone to join us.
About Us:
The Richmond Fellowship Scotland provides personalised and outcome-focused support to over 2800 individuals in their own homes across Scotland, making us the country's largest provider of social care. We support individuals with a variety of different needs such as physical and/or learning disabilities, ongoing mental health issues, alcohol or substance abuse and autism. Some of the people we support can present challenging behavior or require a high level of personal care.
Join us and be part of something bigger!
Team Leader
Buckhaven, Fife, United Kingdom
KY8 1HU
£32,507 to £34,545 per year
Permanent - Full-time
Posted today
Closing date: 19/02/2026
Job reference: SC1481837BucTL
Team Leader
Buckhaven, Fife, United Kingdom
£32,507 to £34,545 per year
<...MERTON MENCAP Team Leader Job Description Title: Team Leader Responsible to: Projects Managers Hours: Salary: By Agreement to cover holiday projects and holiday and sickness cover £12 per hour at the club £7 per hour for additional hours, such as meetings and training Place of Work: Across Merton depending on the projects you will be working on Job Purpose To manage the staff and volunteers and oversee the safe delivery of activities at the projects you will be working on. Responsibilities/activities/duties • To work within Merton Mencap’s standards, policies and procedures and code of conduct, in particular policies and procedures which relate to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults, health and safety practice and equal opportunities • To work with the relevant Project Manager to assess the needs of the children or adults attending the club and to provide support in accordance with their personal profile, risk assessment and any individual care/development plan • To be familiar with and act in accordance with the procedures for health and safety regulations at any premises where project activities take place, particularly fire evacuation procedures, and to be responsible for ensuring all project staff, service users and any visitors are familiar with the same • To supervise service users’ arrival and departure, and to be available to parents and carers at this time, and to ensure all service users leave the club as arranged • To work with the relevant Project Manager in the delivery of various activities and to encourage and facilitate the service users’ involvement in the activities, in accordance with the risk assessments • To liaise with the relevant Project Manager to understand any health needs of service users, to ensure these needs are appropriately communicated to relevant staff at the club and to oversee that service users only participate in activities appropriate to these needs • To manage the staff and the club, providing instruction during club activities and periodic supervision and appraisal, and to identify staff training needs. Carry out staff supervisions and appraisals where appropriate Team Leader • To oversee that any service users’ personal care needs are managed appropriately, in line with service users’ risk assessment and Merton Mencap’s policies and procedures • To ensure that any information which needs to be passed to the parent or responsible carer (e.g. details of accidents or incidents) is communicated promptly, clearly and professionally • To co-ordinate the setting up and clearing away of equipment/materials during activities • To oversee the proper completion of any relevant paperwork and records connected with the project, in particular, registers, de-brief and session evaluation forms, incident forms and any service users’ development plans, and to ensure records are available at the Merton Mencap office before the deadline provided • In the event of any short-term planned absence (e.g. annual leave), to plan effectively with staff covering the Team Leader role (e.g. Deputy Team Leader) to ensure continuity of service, where appropriate • To be willing and to make reasonable efforts to be available to undertake necessary training to keep up to date with current issues and good practice relating to working with people with a learning disability, in particular training associated with safeguarding and health and safety • To be willing to undertake other training, such as in medical needs, moving and handling, personal care and challenging behaviour and, if required, to carry out duties in those areas in the context of Merton Mencap’s policies and procedures • To be willing to work outside normal hours and to be occasionally contacted out of hours, as necessary • To take part in any project meetings to plan or review services, as necessary • To undertake any other duties consistent with the post Team Leader
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Make a positive difference in someone’s life by joining The Richmond Fellowship Scotland!
Are you an experienced social care professional, committed to promoting inclusion and ready to take the next step in your leadership journey? If yes, we’d love to hear from you!
We’re looking for a compassionate and proactive individual to join our service in Inverness as a Team Leader, on a full-time (37.5hrs per week), permanent basis.
As a Team Leader, you’ll provide first-line leadership to a dedicated multidisciplinary team of support staff, ensuring exceptional standards of care and practice. You’ll take an active role in shaping the quality of support provided, leading by example and creating a culture of respect, learning and continuous improvement.
What You’ll Do
- Lead the day-to-day running of the service, including rotas, records and quality standards.
- Supervise, mentor and coach staff to deliver exceptional support.
- Develop and review personalised support plans.
- Work directly on shift to build strong relationships with the people you support.
- Promote inclusion, community participation and meaningful opportunities.
- Maintain clear communication with families, professionals and partners.
- Take part in on call duties.
What You’ll Bring
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in social care, including supporting individuals with complex needs and behaviours of concern.
- Experience supervising or coordinating staff.
- Working knowledge of budgets and targets.
- Strong communication, planning and motivational skills.
- SVQ Level 3 in Care (or willingness to achieve it).
- A values-driven approach built on inclusion, respect and empowerment.
Benefits
- Generous annual leave.
- TRFS rewards scheme (includes cash-back and discounts at a variety of high street and online retailers).
- Paid travel during shifts and 45p per mile fuel allowance.
- Continuous in-house training opportunities and chances to further your career in social care.
- Refer a Friend scheme- £150 reward for successfully referring a colleague.
- Employee Forum - for employees to voice their opinions and give feedback which in turn, allows us to continuously improve as an employer and ensure a positive working environment.
- Free Membership of Glasgow Credit Union.
- HSF Health Care plan.
- Counselling & Life Works service.
We’re looking to fill this post as soon as possible and reserve the right to close the advert if suitable candidates are found before the advert closes. To avoid disappointment, pop your application in early.
Closing Date: 27th February 2026
PVG checks will be required of all successful applicants; having a conviction will not necessarily debar you from working in this sector. All new staff members will be required to register with the SSSC within 6 months of their start date.
We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications irrespective of race, ethnicity or national origin, religion, gender, disability, age, marital, parental status or sexual orientation. Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams.
We celebrate difference and encourage everyone to join us.
About Us:
The Richmond Fellowship Scotland provides personalised and outcome-focused support to over 2800 individuals in their own homes across Scotland, making us the country's largest provider of social care. We support individuals with a variety of different needs such as physical and/or learning disabilities, ongoing mental health issues, alcohol or substance abuse and autism. Some of the people we support can present challenging behavior or require a high level of personal care.
Join us and be part of something bigger!
Team Leader
Inverness, Highland, United Kingdom
IV1 1HT
£32,507 to £34,545 per year
Permanent - Full-time
Posted 3 days ago
Closing date: 28/02/2026
Job reference: AH1479322InvTL
Team Leader
Inverness, Highland, United Kingdom
£32,507 to £34,545 per year