Leisure Supervisor (Temporary for 3 Months)
High Life Highland is a dynamic and exciting Charity to work for with our purpose being to make life better for everyone, including our employees. We strive to provide a family friendly work environment for all employees so that they find it easier to balance family and work obligations.
About the Role
Based at Tain Royal Academy Community Complex
35 hours per week, £28,665 – £31,376 per annum
Contact: Kelly Skinner 01862 893767 / kelly.skinner@highlifehighland.com
Vacancy Reference No: CHLH/2601/04
Closing Date: 29/01/2026
*** A Disclosure Scotland PVG check is required for this post. ***
To find out more about the key duties, responsibilities and attributes required for this role, download the Job Description & Person Specification
About Us
High Life Highland is charity and our purpose is Making Life Better. We are a fun, friendly, kind, caring, supportive, inclusive and proud organisation with strong people values based around integrity, community, accountability, respect and example. We believe if all our of employees strive to embrace our people values then, collectively, we give ourselves the best chance of fulfilling our purpose of Making Life Better.
High Life Highland is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to ensuring that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment because of age, colour, disability, ethnic origin, gender reassignment, marital or family status, nationality, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other non-job related factor
Our Benefits
Explore our full list of benefits here.
Flexible working opportunities are key to creating a balance between work and home life and
High Life Highland offers employees.☑ Opportunities to work from home (where appropriate).
☑ Flexible working hours.
☑ Flexi-leave scheme.
☑ Flexible retirement scheme.Flexible working opportunities are key to creating a balance between work and home life and
High Life Highland offers employees.☑ Opportunities to work from home (where appropriate).
☑ Flexible working hours.
☑ Flexi-leave scheme.
☑ Flexible retirement scheme.☑ 35 days pro rata per annum (including statutory leave) rising to 40 days after 5 years.
☑ Special paid leave to care for your children or dependent relatives.
☑ Up to 18 weeks unpaid parental leave.
☑ 35 days pro rata per annum (including statutory leave) rising to 40 days after 5 years.
☑ Special paid leave to care for your children or dependent relatives.
☑ Up to 18 weeks unpaid parental leave.
Our induction programme helps all new employees get to know the organisation and their individual job. The Charity will provide all the training needed for the role and have a six monthly appraisal system which focuses on development needs and gives employees the chance to talk about their job, and their plans for the future.
Our induction programme helps all new employees get to know the organisation and their individual job. The Charity will provide all the training needed for the role and have a six monthly appraisal system which focuses on development needs and gives employees the chance to talk about their job, and their plans for the future.
Role: Purchase Ledger Assistant
Location: Mirfield
Salary: up to £25,000 (DOE)
Hours: Full time 37hrs
Job Description: Finance Assistant PL
Interview dates: W/C 9th February
Unfortunately, we are not able to offer sponsorship to work in the UK, and we do ask that you have at least 6 months of UK based work experience in any sector.
Hollybank Trust is a charity based in West and South Yorkshire and we are proud of our reputation for excellence over our rich history. Our mission statement is to provide education, residential care, plus a range of therapies and enrichment activities for children, young people and adults with profound and multiple disabilities. We focus on ability not disability and celebrate our differences.
As a Purchase Ledger Assistant, you will be required to assist the Finance Manager / Head of Finance in ensuring financial objectives of the Trust are accomplished in accordance with prescribed polices, procedures, forecasts, budgets and time limitations. Previous experience in an accounts environment is essential, a relevant qualification with accountancy/administration is desirable for this role. Please download & read job description for a full list of requirements.
What we ask for from all our colleagues:
- The confidenceto challenge the norm and try new things.
- Being curiousby asking questions and showing an interest in training and development opportunities.
- Treating people with kindness, dignity, and respecting boundaries.
- Bringing your best self to work, being happyand positive in the way you work.
What we offer:
- Onsite food and coffee shop (Mirfield site only).
- Discount and reward portal.
- Full employee assistance program.
- Access to workplace Mental Health First aiders.
- Life insurance style benefit.
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
- A funded DBS (initial DBS only).
- Access to nationally recognised qualifications.
- Quarterly coffee mornings and annual celebration days.
- Staff recognition awards.
- Early access to wages through the LevelPay app.
- Annual leave that rises with your length of service.
- Enhanced pay rates for overtime and bank holidays.
- Dedicated wellbeing support, and access to departmental wellbeing activities.
- Enhanced pension scheme.
To find out more call Eimi or Ashleigh on 01924 490833, or send an email through to recruitment@hollybanktrust.com
Unfortunately, we are not able to offer sponsorship to work in the UK.
Hollybank Trust is committed to Safeguarding vulnerable people, and our Safer Recruitment process requires all employees to have an Enhanced DBS check and reference checks in line with our Recruitment & Selection policy.
We will pay for your initial DBS check, unless you have a portable DBS, however, if the candidate leaves voluntarily within the first 12 months, £58.90 will be deducted from your final salary payment.
Reference: VAC-107
Sector: Support Services
Salary: £29,034 Per Annum
Hours: 37.5
Benefits: See below
Town/City: Huntingdon
Contract Type: Fixed Term
Closing Date: 08/02/2026
How will I be supporting the work of the Trust?
As a member of the finance team, you will support effective service delivery including the processing of invoices; performing reconciliations; and, preparation and input of payment runs for authorisation. You will work collaboratively within the finance team to ensure compliance as well as supporting the communication, development and amendment of procedures as required.
What does this involve?
- Process and check purchase invoices, ensuring accurate coding and compliance with the purchase order system.
- Maintain supplier records, including setting up new suppliers and updating account details.
- Reconcile supplier statements, investigate discrepancies and respond to supplier and employee queries.
- Process procurement card transactions and support payment runs as required.
- Work collaboratively within the Finance Team to ensure accurate, timely transaction processing and best practice.
- Support the implementation of new accounting software, including system testing and user support.
Who are we looking for?
- Accurate and detail-focused, with the ability to process financial transactions reliably.
- Strong Excel skills, including pivot tables, for managing and analysing data.
- Organised and able to manage competing priorities in a busy environment.
- Confident communicator, able to liaise effectively with employees and suppliers.
- Knowledge of purchase ledger processes, basic bookkeeping, and accounting software (e.g., X Ledger or Open Accounts).
- Experienced in using purchase order systems and processing high volumes of transactions.
- Skilled in interrogating systems, extracting data, and supporting system implementation projects.
- Previous experience working in a finance team of similar size or structure.
This is a fixed term contract for 6 months, working full time. This will be subject to a basic DBS.
What you’ll get in return:
- 33 days of annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays (pro rata for part timers)
- Occupational sick pay – 6 weeks full/6 weeks half pay after probation• Health cashback plan, with money back on things such as dental/optical
- Choice of two pension schemes with an enhanced employer contribution
- Plenty of wellbeing support including employee assistance helpline, online apps and mental health first aid and wellbeing discussions
- A ‘Values in Practice’ reward scheme with vouchers for achievements
- Various tax saving incentives such as cycle to work, car purchase and pension via salary exchange
- Involvement in our employee forum and colleague experience groups, making sure your voice is heard
- Access to ongoing training, learning and development opportunities, including qualifications
We’d love to talk
For an informal chat about the role please contact Semegne Alemayehu, semegne.alemayehu@papworthtrust.org.uk Ready to apply? Please send us your CV (and supporting information if you feel if will be helpful) to by clicking the apply button.
If you have a disability and would like to discuss applying in a different way please get in touch by phone, text or email.Employing Ex-offenders The Trust undertakes not to discriminate unfairly against any subject of a criminal record check on the basis of a conviction or other information revealed. Please refer to our Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Criminal Records Check Policy Statement which you will find at policy-statement-recruitment-of-ex-offenders-v2.0.pdf
Introduction from Gregory Kinsman-Chauvet, Founder
Joining Bike for Good during this transformative period is an incredible opportunity for
impact. As we develop our
anyone passionate about cycling and community
award-winning programmes, we seek dedicated individuals who want to make a real
difference.
Have you heard about Scotland's first Cytech training centre, which has empowered
passionate cycling enthusiasts with essential skills and internationally recognised
accreditations? We also provide a Young Mechanics programme for 14 - 25 year olds
providing practical skills and a new focus for learning.
With the growing interest in cycling and the expanding cycle industry, there's a
tremendous opportunity for social enterprises like ours to thrive and create lasting social
impact. If you're ready to contribute to meaningful change, whether as a customer or a
beneficiary, exciting times await you at Bike for Good! Join us and be a part of this
inspiring journey!
“You do not need to be a cyclist to ride a bike”
Peter Walker, Bike Nation
About Us
Are you passionate about cycling and making a positive impact in your community? Join us at Bike For Good, a
dynamic organisation founded in 2010 dedicated to transforming lives through cycling. We’re not just about
selling and servicing refurbished bikes; we offer a supportive environment that fosters growth, learning, and
connection.
At Bike For Good, we run maintenance classes, provide cycle training, and implement community programs
designed to engage individuals from all walks of life—whether you're a seasoned cyclist, a curious commuter, or
someone comfortable on two wheels for the first time. Our mission is to welcome and uplift everyone, including
young people, refugees, asylum seekers, and individuals living with physical and mental health conditions.
As part of our team, you'll collaborate with fellow cycling enthusiasts, professional bike mechanics, and our
dedicated delivery team—all committed to making cycling accessible and enjoyable for our diverse community.
Your work will contribute to a sustainable funding model supported by the sales of cycling goods and services
and generous donations and grants.
By joining Bike For Good, you’ll enhance your skills and be a part of a rewarding journey that changes lives for
the better. If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves and contribute to a cause that truly matters, we’d love to hear
from you. Let’s pedal forward together!
More information: https://www.bikeforgood.org.uk/
Vision
“A healthy and inclusive environment where everyone in the community benefits from more people cycling”
Mission
“We enable people to ride a bike. We believe that cycling is the most effective and sustainable form of
transport; we believe it enhances our chances for a healthy life and environment.”
Values
Passionate
We are passionate about cycling as a tool for positive change.
Supportive
We work at the heart of communities, empowering people and building partnerships. To achieve this, we
nurture a collaborative work environment.
Expertise
We continuously develop our skills and share them with our volunteers and staff throughout the community.
Environmentally aware
We protect and preserve the environment for the benefit of all.
Job Description
Job Title - Part-time - Book-keeper & Finance Admin
Salary Grade 2 £25,742.06 pro rata (£10,296 - 13,729 per annum depending on hours)
Location West Hub (65 Haugh Road, G3 8TX) with the option of home working on occasion
Contract Permanent 15 - 20 hours per week. Hours are negotiable for the right candidate
Purpose
Join our team as a Book-keeper and Finance Administrator. We’re seeking a dedicated professional
to enhance efficiency, improve processes, and provide immediate access to financial information.
The Book-keeper and Finance Administrator is a key team member who will have the opportunity to
become involved in all aspects of the charity. Although your key focus will be finance, we seek
someone with strong administration and organisational skills.
The following indicates the skills and experience that will allow an individual to approach this role
confidently. Not all suitable applicants may have all of these skills and knowledge. We would still like
to hear from you if you can demonstrate abilities that will enable you to succeed in the role.
Reporting Line
Finance Manager
Key Responsibilities
Process and manage the charity's day-to-day transactional book-keeping, including:
● Post daily bank transactions across multiple accounts, eg bank, Stripe, Paypal
● Post purchase invoices and reconcile purchase ledger
● Raise weekly payment runs for approval
● Raise sales invoices and reconcile sales ledger
● Credit control
● Ad-hoc financial reports supported by Finance Manager
● Develop, implement and maintain...Social care
The full job description
Job description:
- Support Worker / Healthcare Assistant – Children’s Residential Care
- Location - Walsall Wood
- Hours - full time Days 38 hrs per week
We will reward you with a starting salary of £12.30 - £13.20 per hr, (salary based on competency qualifying criteria) plus premium rates for Sleeps of £62.55 ( min 1 x per week) and regular overtime opportunities to further increase earnings.
You will also receive a superb benefits package too, including:
- Over 5 weeks Holiday
- Genuine Career Development Pathway
- Health Benefits Plan and life assurance
- Contributory Pension Scheme
- Ongoing Training including support to achieve the Level 4 in Residential Childcare.
- Blue Light Discount Shopping
- The support of an amazing team and organisation
- Annual awards, company events and recognition
- FREE DBS
What you can expect….
You will be working as a Support Worker / Healthcare Assistant at our 9 Bedded home where you will be supporting children and young people age 4 - 18 yrs with severe and complex care needs, Acquired Brain Injury, complex learning disabilities and associated behavioural challenges. Managing the health needs of the children forms a significant part of the service that we provide and are firmly committed to meeting the very unique and individual health care needs of our children.
Our home provides the children with a safe and loving home environment where we can promote them to achieve their goals and experience life.
Shifts: You will be working a mixture of Early shifts, late shifts, split shifts, long days and the rota does include alternate weekends, the rotas are across a full working week Monday-Sunday.
What our staff say about this service:
"Working here and supporting the children is so rewarding, In the past year I have seen the children progress so much, it really does make you so proud! Knowing you have been a part of that is the best feeling"
"It is a happy place to be, it's my home away from home"
"Working at the home has given me countless opportunities and pushed my personal development beyond belief. The children we support are so special, watching them develop and progress is heart warming. The home is a bundle of joy and happiness from the moment you step through the door. I am proud of the person I have become since working here"
What we want from you…
Qualifications / Experience
Successful candidates will ideally need to have:
- You will need to have experience of working with children or adults with moderate to severe learning disabilities and/or physical disabilities, Autism, sensory impairment, and/or complex care needs. You will ideally be able to demonstrate experience of administering PEG feeds and using hoists for moving and handling.
- A background in nursing would be beneficial as you will be supporting children with complex health care needs.
- Car drivers are preferred as part of the role involves taking the children to appointments and to activities in the community.
Skills/Abilities
We would love to welcome you to our team if you possess the following:
- You’re a passionate person who wants to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable children.
- The ability to communicate on various levels, including good recording and reporting skills.
- Working knowledge of, following, and working to Care and support Plans.
- Experience of Conflict Management and dealing with difficult, and potentially high-pressure situations
- You will be a supportive, caring, approachable and a helpful and reliable team player.
- An enthusiastic person who brings fresh ideas and can work on their own initiative.
- Be able to use an Ipad/ laptop in order to access our online systems
Proactive in your approach, booking appointments, planning activities, organising contact, chasing important information
- You will need to be flexible in your approach, things can change so quickly with the children we support
About Progress
We have been established for 25 years and provide Residential, Supported Living and Fostering services to Children and Young Adults with Learning Disabilities across the Midlands. We are a supportive employer that can offer genuine career pathways through training and development and the opportunity to build experience in different areas of t...
Description:
We are looking for a full time Racing Secretary to join the team at our yard in Malpas.
Duties will include supporting the trainers with entries, all day-to-day accounting duties on Xero (including payments, bank reconciliation, inputting invoices etc) dealing with our payroll company, site utilities and contractor organisation, control of vaccinations, input of meds and other general admin duties to be discussed at interview.
The role is full time (37.5 hours/week Mon - Fri) on site in Malpas and does not offer the opportunity for home working.
Salary is dependent on experience and Xero/ Yardman/ BHA knowledge would be a distinct advantage, although training can be given.
Application:
You would be joining a very welcoming team in a friendly office environment. In the first instance please call Oliver on 01948 861157 or email.
Description:
William Haggas is seeking an assistant yard manager. The ideal candidate will have plenty of experience with racehorses or high class competition horses and excellent references. Applicants should be able to demonstrate attention to detail, good horsemanship and teamwork.
Applicants must be able to take on head person duties and assist with yard manager. Must be experienced with medications, bandaging and managing staff.
Riders preferred and position comes with accommodation if required. Working one weekend in three, competitive wages and attractive bonuses.
Application:
Please email your application to ed@somerville-lodge.co.uk,
Lycetts Team Champion Gold Accreditation is awarded to yards that have shown outstanding levels of team ethos and staff engagement.
Working for us as a member of clergy in one of our rural, urban, or inner city parishes will be as varied and interesting as the people of Nottinghamshire you serve. The diocese is based in the heart of the East Midlands, close to the bustling city of Nottingham, and with easy access to London by train with good transport links up, down and across the country. You can be assured of regular pastoral and spiritual support from our Discipleship and Ministry Team, ensuring that your development needs are met in your Ministerial Development Review, with opportunities for peer support and personal growth.
10 September 2025
The congregations of St Peter and St Paul with St Augustine’s are looking for a new leader who can bring vision and energy to our team that will enable us to meet our aspirations.
We would love a prayerful person to lead us in a vision for evangelism and church growth across all ages, particularly working with our local schools. We are committed to growing deeper in our own faith as disciples of Christ and to live out the diocesan vision to be living hope for our community, growing disciples with compassion, confidence and courage.
Our parishes are to be found on the northern boundary of the Mansfield deanery in the north of the diocese. We are a post-mining village bordering on beautiful countryside within easy access to the large town of Mansfield.
Would you like to explore with us the missional opportunities that are open to us? If so, do be in touch with the Archdeacon of Newark Tors Ramsey for an informal conversation on archd-newark@southwell.anglican.org
The Parish Profile is available here: https://southwell.anglican.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Warsop-Parish-Profile-final.pdf
Please apply via Pathways here: https://www.cofepathways.org/members/modules/job/detail.php?record=9153
Closing date: 1st February 2026 | Interviews: 12th March 2026
We welcome applications from suitably qualified clergy from all sections of the community and we strive to be an equal opportunity employer. Enhanced DBS clearance is required for this post.
Casual Staff Role: Job Description & Person Specification Key Information Job Title Helpdesk Assistant Department Commercial and Central Team Helpdesk Reporting to Head of Commercial Operations (Deputy Chief Executive) Direct Management Responsibility Location N/A Roehampton Students’ Union Hourly Rate of Pay £12.21 (excluding holiday pay) £13.68 (including holiday pay) Hours of work Up to 20 hours per week during term time (between Monday to Friday 09:00 – 17:00) Occasional requirement for work on weekends and evenings depending on the business requirements. Contract type Zero-hours (in accordance with the needs of the organisation and the individual staff member), fixed-term. Purpose of the Role As the first point of contact at the Students’ Union, our Helpdesk team are central to delivering a warm welcome to the organisation, driving our administrative function, and providing triage services for our Advice Centre. Key Responsibilities To help make this job description as clear as possible, we’ve included some examples of the type of work/jobs you’ll be asked to do on a regular basis as part of this role: • Meeting and greeting students, staff, and visitors to the Students’ Union, ensuring they receive a warm welcome. • To always portray a friendly, professional, and courteous manner. • Respond to enquiries received through various RSU communication channels including face to face, email, telephone, and social media. • Providing a triaging service, administrative support and data entry for the RSU advice service. • Provide administrative support for the organisation including but not limited to, room booking, stationery ordering, and managing student group storage. • Responsible for the upkeep and cleanliness of the reception area. • Assist individual students and student groups with purchase enquiries relating to events tickets, student group memberships and merchandise orders. • Provide analysis of data and information collected, producing reports which summarise findings. • Arrange collection of daily post and parcel deliveries and the internal redirection of these items. • Carry out duties at the request of the line manager that are consistent with the grading of the post. General Responsibilities • Comply with relevant equality and diversity policies, promoting a healthy working environment where all individuals are valued. • Comply with relevant health and safety policies, seeking to minimise hazards for others. • Support the development and implementation of sustainability initiatives within the organisation. • Comply with relevant data protection policies, ensuring General Data Protection Regulations are considered when making plans and decisions. • Establish and maintain excellent working relationships with students, volunteers, staff and individuals outside of the Students’ Union (for example the University). • Comply with the Students’ Union’s articles of association and other governing documents, recognising and celebrating the contribution of members to leading our work. • Work as part of a wider team, undertaking any other reasonable duties appropriate for the grade that may be required by the organisation. Person Specification Essential Desirable X X X X X X X Education & Training Must be a current University of Roehampton student for the 2025/2026 academic year through to July 2026. GCSE Maths and English or equivalent (Minimum Grade C/4). Experience & Knowledge Experience of working in a customer service/office administration role (either voluntary or paid). Competent in using the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and other relevant software for administrative purposes. Skills & Abilities An ability to provide excellent customer service in a busy environment, remaining calm, polite and friendly at all times when dealing with a diverse range of individuals. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to respond effectively via face-to-face, email, telephone, and social media. A high level of attention to detail, accurately able to complete data entry tasks and produce clear reports based on collected information. Enthusiasm to develop your skills and knowledge. Willingness to carry out a variety of tasks and respond flexibly to changing priorities. The ability to work independently on your own initiative, and co-operatively within a team environment. Demonstratable ability to work with confidential information, displaying tact and discretion with regards to the disclosure and handling of information of a confidential and/or sensitive nature while maintaining data protection principles. Business Requirements Ability to work occasionally on weekends and evenings depending on business requirements Candidates must have a right to work in the UK to be considered for this post. Values We’re a values-led organisation, which means we’re keen to attract applicants who share our priorit...
CAREERS AT CHESTER ZOO
Assistant Team Manager – Visitor Engagement – The Reserve
Job reference:001577
Salary:£30,000 per annum
Closing date:30/01/2026
Department:Conservation Education & Engagement
Location:Chester
Employment type:Permanent
Hours Per Week:40
Job Description
Assistant Team Manager Visitor Engagement – The Reserve
We have an exciting opportunity to join our Conservation Education and Engagement team, supporting the management of our Engagement team at The Reserve, our overnight experience.
You will support the Visitor Engagement Manager in developing and delivering our engagement programme, with a primary focus on The Reserve and corporate activities, while also contributing to the in-zoo programme.
The Reserve
Chester Zoo’s brand-new safari-style luxury lodge accommodation opened in August 2025.
This unique destination offers the perfect balance between adventure and relaxation, designed to protect and celebrate the natural world. Guests can immerse themselves in luxurious surroundings while enjoying animal views, enriched by the knowledge that their stay helps fund Chester Zoo’s vital conservation work around the world.
To deliver this exciting project, Chester Zoo works with TROO Hospitality, experts in luxury hospitality. All exclusive guest activities are rooted in nature and led by expert Zoo Rangers, delivering experiences like no other.
Working at Chester Zoo
As the UK’s biggest and best zoo, we have ambitious goals, exciting plans, and there’s always lots going on here. We’re an inclusive and diverse organisation, made up of over 600 permanent and 500 temporary team members, and we know how important it is to invest in our colleagues to help boost their career development.
Within the Conservation Education & Engagement team we are proud to develop and deliver material to engage our visitors with our plant and animal collection and our worldwide conservation work through a range of diverse, fun and exciting educational experiences.
We’re looking for someone who can:
• Ensure excellence in the delivery of our programme, collaborating internally and externally to ensure stakeholder buy-in and authentic content creation.
• Support the Visitor Engagement Manager to develop and deliver consistently high-quality conservation engagement.
• Line manager, recruit, lead, develop and motivate a team of Zoo Ranger to ensure efficient delivery for The Reserve.
• Increase the conservation impact of commercial activity (e.g. Weddings and corporate events) through delivering memorable, audience focussed engagements that surprise and delight.
• Implement policies, standard operating procedures and safe working practices to ensure the team follow best practice and are compliant with all relevant guidelines and legislation.
• Ensure that all learning programmes are safe and appropriately risk assessed and comply with relevant legislation. In particular ensuring that our programmes with children, young people and adults at risk follow best practice in regard to safeguarding.
• Develop skills and knowledge in the areas of conservation education, science communication and public engagement, keeping up to date with best practice, researching excellence and sharing practice both internally and externally.
• Collate and use KPI and evaluation data to drive a process of continual improvement, contributing to research about the impact of our engagement and education.
• Manage allocated resources, ensuring initiatives are well planned and deliver maximum value for money and effort.
• Interact with guests of all ages, including children, families and other audiences.
• Be expected to deliver across a wide range of mediums including talks, table-top activities, play based activities and storytelling.
• Collaborate and build a strong working relationship with the Hotel General Manager at TROO hospitality and assist with the operational oversight of The Reserve experience.
The Package
• Contract Type – Permanent
• This is a full-time role (40 hours per week) operating on a two-week rotating roster, which includes working every other weekend. Core working hours are typically between 1:00pm and 9:30pm, with one to two office-based days per week worked from 8:30am to 5:00pm. Some early morning shifts will be required, and you will occasionally provide cover for daytime operations for the wider Ranger Team.
• Starti...
Job Introduction
Together we make a difference, develop and learn, and support each other. Every day with us is different, but our mission remains the same: To champion the rights, needs and ambitions of the people we support - they are at the heart of everything we do. We stand by them, and we work together for change.
Have you ever wanted to make a difference to the lives of vulnerable Children and Young People? Our children's home in Cheadle Hulme, Stockport provides residential Care for Children and Young People with Emotional Behavioural Challenges.
The Together Trust is one of the North West’s leading charities, offering individual care, support, and education to hundreds of children, young people, and adults each year. We are a not-for-profit charitable trust, so every penny goes back into benefiting the people that we support.
You will be working in a caring home environment, nurturing, and supporting the young people we work with helping them to overcome the issues they are facing. You will work with the team and the Registered Manager to give the support that these Children and Young People deserve to help make life better for them.
This a rewarding opportunity for you to join an existing established team. This is caring home for 3 young people who have various Emotional Behaviour Challenges.
The Together Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people that we support and expects all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Location Cheadle Hulme, Stockport
Hours 37.5 Hours per week
Salary £34,653 (£17.77ph)
£100.80 for sleep-in shifts
25% uplift on the hourly rate for weekend shifts (£22.21ph)
We also offer….
- Annual Leave27-day holiday plus 8 days bank holidays rising to 30 after 5 years, 33 days after 10 years
- Generous pension schemeand death in service benefit, up to 7% company pension contributions and up to 6 x basis salary death in service
- Occupational sick payand family friendly policies includingenhanced maternity, paternity and adoptive leave.
- Reward and Discount platformoffering discounts at high street shops, travel, insurances etc.
- Eligibility to apply for Blue Light card
- Proud to be a real living wage employer
- Refer a friend scheme, rewards for recommending a friend to work with us
- Comprehensive training and development opportunities, including apprenticeship qualifications
- Long service awardsincluding cash gifts and extra holiday.
- Promotion of Wellbeingacross the organisation including Mental Health First Aiders offering wellbeing support and free weekly yoga session in person or online
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programmefor you and adults at your home
We also provide a caring, supportive environment for all our employees, with a strong emphasis on a good work / life balance, and this something you can’t put a value on
About the position….
- You will support the development of a style of leadership and organisational culture to ensure open and participatory management and practice, promoting the well-being of individuals and a positive image of residential care.
- Participate to establish an enabling culture, and effectively manage a home which enables children and young people to achieve optimal outcomes in a safe and secure environment
- To actively assist with the selection, recruitment and retention of staff to ensure a safe, nurturing and positive environment.
- Have responsibility for development and motivation of teams, individuals and self to enhance performance.
- Contribute to the management and monitoring of budgets to achieve efficient and effective use of resources and delivery of a high-quality home.
- You will work flexibly to undertake the full range of duties in a well-planned way that respects and values the Children and Young People as individuals.
What can you bring to the team….?
- An essential for this role is a QCF level 3 or 4 Children’s Families and Young Peoples Practitioner Qualification or equivalent (see job description).
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Wealth Apprentice (Level 3)
A Rathbones Academy Apprentice provides support to multiple teams within Rathbones as part of various rotational placements, ensuring smooth operations across departments and assisting with a variety of administrative and project-based tasks whilst working towards the Level 3 Business Administrator qualification.
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Locations:
Glasgow
London
Key Responsibilities
Examples of tasks and projects included in the role holder include but are not limited to:
Coordinate and manage scheduling for meetings, events, and conferences across various teams.
Prepare and distribute meeting agendas, materials, and minutes, ensuring all follow-up actions are tracked and completed.
Assist with document management, including preparing, filing, and organizing client and company documents in compliance with regulatory standards.
Act as a point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring efficient communication with other departments in the firm, and clients.
Source and compile data for internal and client reports.
Assist client service teams in gathering client information, preparing account documents, and responding to routine client inquiries.
Updating of Client Relationship Management systems, ensuring that all client and account information is current and accurate.
Identify opportunities to improve administrative and operational processes for greater efficiency and accuracy.
Provide backup support to team members as needed, covering essential tasks during absences or peak workload times.
Coordinate and manage scheduling for meetings, events, and conferences across various teams.
Prepare and distribute meeting agendas, materials, and minutes, ensuring all follow-up actions are tracked and completed.
Assist with document management, including preparing, filing, and organizing client and company documents in compliance with regulatory standards.
Act as a point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring efficient communication with other departments in the firm, and clients.
Source and compile data for internal and client reports.
Assist client service teams in gathering client information, preparing account documents, and responding to routine client inquiries.
Updating of Client Relationship Management systems, ensuring that all client and account information is current and accurate.
Identify opportunities to improve administrative and operational processes for greater efficiency and accuracy.
Provide backup support to team members as needed, covering essential tasks during absences or peak workload times.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
What we’re looking for:
General awareness of the financial services and investment industry and a keen willingness to learn and progress within the sector.
A “can do” attitude and willingness to support the wider team, “muck-in” and learn from others.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Detail orientated and organised with strong numerical competency.
Confidence to take initiative and know when to ask for help.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced but supportive environment.
Ability to manage work and study, as you will be expected to complete your level 3 qualification within 18 months.
General awareness of the financial services and investment industry and a keen willingness to learn and progress within the sector.
A “can do” attitude and willingness to support the wider team, “muck-in” and learn from others.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Detail orientated and organised with strong numerical competency.
Confidence to take initiative and know when to ask for help.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced but supportive environment.
Ability to manage work and study, as you will be expected to complete your level 3 qualification within 18 months.
Required Qualifications- Five GCSEs with Grads 9-4 (A*-C) including English and Maths (England) or Five National 5s with grades A-C including English and Maths (Scotland).
- 18 years of age upon start date (September 2026) due to nature of client-facing environment.
- 120 UCAS points equivalent in any subject such as A Levels/Scottish Highers, T Levels (England) or a Foundation Apprenticeship (Scotland). OR; Where UCAS points haven’t been achieved, be able to demonstrate work/life experience that is transferable to the skills and attributes required for the role.
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Careers at Response
Do you have the desire to empower and promote independence and an interest in mental health?
Our mission at Response is to enable people of all ages to live a more fulfilled life by providing excellent mental health services, housing, and supported living.
Do you have the desire to help change lives and an interest in mental health?
Maintenance Operative - £31,200 to £36,400 per annum (Salaries vary depending on experience)
Hours – 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9am -5pm.
Service – Housing and Maintenance, AGP, Oxford.
We are looking for a reliable individual with multitrade experience to undertake effective and efficient repairs, general maintenance and other tasks relating to all Response properties both occupied and empty. The successful candidate will be confident in working from their own initiative and will ensure that Response values and principles of excellent customer service are visible in all interactions and communication with internal and external stakeholders. We are looking forward to welcoming this person into our friendly, dedicated team.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Overall job responsibility – Further detail can be viewed in the Job Description.
Some of the core duties include:
- To undertake on a day to day basis multi trade repairs and maintenance on behalf of Response at occupied and unoccupied homes.
- To carry out effective repairs, maintenance and replacements to include but not limited to, day to day repairs, planned improvements, property refurbishments and cyclical compliance work.
- To use a Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) and plan the days duties to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
- To reporting all defects/damages which require specialist repair.
- To follow and adhere to all company policies and procedures.
- To attend all mandatory training required to complete and maintain your role, ensuring you keep up-to-date with changes to specific laws and legislation that are relevant to your role.
- To comply with all Health and Safety measures to keep residents, visitors, colleagues and yourself safe by conducting regular checks within all areas and departments as required.
The Successful Applicant:
Our main priority for all our roles at Response is to find people that can live our values every day – Caring, Safe, Creative and Aspirational.
Essential criteria:
- Experience of building repairs and maintenance.
- Demonstrable experience of carrying out multi trade work.
- Working knowledge of Health & safety Regulations and the Health & Safety At Work Act (HSAWA).
- Understanding of Control of Substances hazardous to Health ( COSHH).
- Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, residents and members of the public.
- Ability to show initiative and work towards ensuring the smooth running of the service.
- Full clean UK manual Drivers Licence.
What We Offer:
- 33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
- Blue Light card and other discounted shopping.
- EAP - with access to free counselling.
- Cycle to Work Scheme (after probation)
- Enhanced family friendly leave.
- Flexible and agile working opportunities (role dependent)
- Professional qualification sponsorship and study leave.
- £500 refer a friend bonus scheme.
- Optional health cash care plan with money off prescriptions and treatments.
- Wellbeing hub and mental wellbeing support app – approved by NHS.
- Free flu jabs.
- Free DBS application.
If this Maintenance Operative position sounds like the role for you then please apply today! We would love to hear from you! This vacancy may be closed early. To learn more about Response and what we do, please visit our website. Closing Date – 19/02/2026.
All our roles require a DBS check, two references from most recent employers and you must have the right to work in the UK – Unfortunately, Response are not able to offer sponsorship under the points based system. Should you apply for the role and require sponsorship, you will be withdrawn from the recruitment process. Our employees and clients come from all over the world, we proudly promote a friendly and inclusive culture an...
Annual salary – £31,102
This is a varied and rewarding role working for Derby’s longest established housing charity. You will be part of a small team carrying out repairs and maintenance to the Trusts housing stock, which are comprised of predominantly 160 almshouses across four estates within Derby City area.
The basic hours are Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 4.30pm.
Applicants are required to have at least 2 years’ experience of working in a property repair & maintenance trade and be proficient in carrying out a wide range of plumbing and joinery repairs, decorating, and handyman type work. Most of the properties that you would work in are occupied by occupied by older people, so you will need to be able to communicate with this age group. Your own transport and hand tools are essential.
Benefits:
- On-site parking
- Attendance bonus
- 32 days holiday (inclusive of 8 days public holiday)
Work location:
- Base location – 21 Alice Street, Derby DE1 2DA.
- Working at various locations across Derby City
Job Detail
- Job ID 13214
- Offered Salary 21000
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Job Description
Talbot House Children’s Charity are looking to recruit an additional Maintenance Operative to join our team.
Reporting to the Premises Manager, the role forms part of a team of three Maintenance Operatives. The Maintenance Department is responsible for maintaining the Charity’s internal and external premises to an exceptionally high standard. This includes carrying out planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs, while ensuring full compliance with health and safety legislation, policies, and procedures. The role contributes to providing a safe, well‑maintained, and fully functional environment for all staff, pupils, young people and visitors.
Our school is a non-maintained specialist school with a roll of 70 pupils, all with Education Health Care Plans (EHCPs) and complex needs. We have approximately 8 acres of land, and we are excited to continue to offer the best environment for our pupils to be successful.
Starting date is as soon as possible, pending your notice period.
Salary: £29,287.44 per annum, working 40 hours per week.
Please see our full job description and personal specification for full details.
If you believe you have what it takes to enhance our fantastic maintenance team please apply.
Working at the Charity you will:
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receive death in service benefit, equal to 4 x basic salary.
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receive many additional benefits such as employer assist program (EAP), GP and physio access and more.
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be offered access to an independent financial advisor.