Academic Coordinator

Start date: As soon as possible

Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week)

Salary: £40K, depending on experience

Entitlements: Statutory annual leave, sickness pay and pensions scheme

Based in: The Bothy, 17A East End Road, Finchley Central, London N3 3QE

Please note that this role is office based five days a week

About Terapia: www.terapia.co.uk

Terapia is a registered charity based in Finchley, North London. We are a leading Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy and Counselling training organisation, validated by Middlesex University and accredited by the United Kingdom Council of Psychotherapy (UKCP). We are also a Member Organisation of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the Child Psychotherapy Council (CPC).

Terapia is also a clinical services provider, offering high quality, low-cost counselling, psychotherapy and bespoke mental health services to children, young people, parents/carers, families, and professionals in North London, Hertfordshire and beyond. Our work is at the heart of the community, helping young people presenting complex mental, emotional and behavioural issues. All therapeutic services offered by Terapia are part of our educational course delivery and are provided by our trainees.

About the Role:

The Academic Coordinator will support the delivery of our courses in Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy and Counselling.

Terapia’s MA programme provides training in therapeutic work with children, young people, parents and families from an integrative perspective. This includes major approaches to child psychotherapy and counselling and covers all topics related to children’s mental health.

In addition to the MA in Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy and Counselling, Terapia offers the following courses:

• Foundation Course in Adult Counselling Skills
• MA Conversion course
• Diploma in Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychotherapy and Counselling Supervision

This position will report to the Director of Training.

Main Responsibilities:

• Academic planning and course timetabling, liaising with teaching and supervisory staff. Coordinating numerous diaries to ensure teaching/supervision is planned effectively across all course modules checking details and dates are accurate.

• Leading on reporting to Middlesex University on student registrations and student withdrawals from the course. Completing Middlesex’s annual EMER (Educational Monitoring and Enhancement Report) for Terapia. Carrying out preparations for the twice-yearly Assessment Board with Middlesex University and Terapia’s External Examiner.

• Helping with issues relating to Terapia’s psychotherapy regulator, UKCP, including assisting with preparations for Terapia’s Quinquennial (Five-yearly) Review, application approvals and annual CPD renewals. Leading on student applications for UKCP bursaries.

• Organising twice-yearly Programme Voice Group meetings with Student Representatives from each Module and key staff. Preparation for the meeting and taking minutes.

• Scheduling mini vivas (five times a year), liaising with students and the assessment panel. Facilitating the process on the day, collating marks, sending feedback to students in a timely manner.

• Coordinating students’ coursework. Handling Dissertation submissions, disseminating for marking, collating results and sending feedback to students. Handling submissions of Professional Correspondence.

• Organising printing and binding of dissertations.

• Handling students’ academic enquiries and issues.

• Manage the shared mailbox.

• Attending termly meetings with students along with the CEO, Director of Training and others. Attending twice-yearly zoom meetings on students with supervisors, CEO and Director of Training.

• Supporting students with additional learning needs. Liaising with the Academic Support Tutor.

• Updating and reviewing Student Handbooks.

• Any other administrative responsibilities as directed by the Director of Training.

Experience and skills

• Proven experience of work in coordinating training courses in an academic setting.
• Strong admi...

Full time (37 hours per week), 8-month fixed-term contract (adoption leave)

To start as soon as possible

Salary: £35,000 pro rata

Location: Tŷ Newydd Writing Centre, Llanystumdwy, LL52 0LW

The Llenyddiaeth Cymru | Literature Wales team works collaboratively across Wales, with offices in Llanystumdwy and Cardiff. The ability to work unsociable hours, including occasional weekends, bank holidays and usually one evening per week is essential due to the nature of this role. There will be occasional opportunities to work from home and it is desirable for the post holder to live close to Tŷ Newydd.

Closing Date: Thursday 29 January, midday

Interviews: week starting 2 February

Please note, we are open to discussing joint proposals to share this role.

To learn more about Llenyddiaeth Cymru | Literature Wales, our principles and our offer to staff, click on the links below:

About Llenyddiaeth Cymru | Literature Wales  

About the Role of the Tŷ Newydd Writing Centre Manager

Tŷ Newydd is a residential centre that welcomes groups of writers to take part in courses to develop their creative writing craft. The Centre is occasionally used for public events, conferences and as a private holiday space. It is a lively and busy centre throughout the year.

The Tŷ Newydd Centre Manager is responsible for managing the Centre on a day-to-day basis. Among the main responsibilities are ensuring that health and safety and risk management systems are in place, leading on welcoming guests and ensuring a high-standard hospitality experience, and managing financial budgets. By working closely with the team at the Centre, the Manager has an overview of catering management, cleaning and gardening services.

The role requires organisation, preparation and a responsibility for solving problems at short notice to ensure that the centre's courses and activities are delivered smoothly. The Manager oversees the coordination of building maintenance and maintains close working relationships with local craftsmen to protect and improve the site.

The Manager also works closely with teams across the organisation, including the Communications Team to promote course sales by feeding data on orders and customers, as well as the Finance Team to budget, make financial forecasts, raise invoices and ensure that all Tŷ Newydd's financial processes are carried out.

The Manager will welcome guests from all over Wales and beyond to Tŷ Newydd, and good Welsh language communication skills are highly desirable for this role.

Key areas of delivery:

• Responsibility for the operations of Tŷ Newydd as a residential centre, including (but not limited to): contact with customers and artists; order administration, including fee collection and invoice processing; dealing with suppliers; supervising the catering, cleaning and accommodation arrangements; contract and organise maintenance needs.
• Health and safety and risk management.
• Leading the hospitality element of the site, including: greeting guests and giving welcome presentations; informing guests of health and safety processes on their first night; chairing evenings with guest readers; working unsociable hours as required.
• Managing the Hospitality and Catering Co-ordinators to ensure a high quality of service on site, including being responsible for the condition of the building and gardens prior to the arrival of each group.
• Coordinating the office, including: managing resources and services, including the telephone and internet provision; responding to various queries; maintaining the centre’s calendar and booking systems.
• Collaborating with the Executive Director on managing budgets, including forecasting and reconciliation.
• Contributing to Llenyddiaeth Cymru | Literature Wales’s organisational processes and documents, including gathering data, reporting on impact and reporting on progress against targets.
• Ensure that environmental targets are achieved at Tŷ Newydd.
• Any other tasks as required.

Reports to: Executive Director

Suitability for the role

We are looking for someone who has:

• Experience of centre or hotel management and/or business management.
• Understanding of building maintenance and managing facility services.
• Strong administration skills.
• Knowledge of health and safety, and risk management processes.
• Awareness of how to maintain green and environmentally friendly standards within the centre's processes.
• Understanding of sales processes and the ability to work as...

Will Scott Appointed New Headmaster of Churcher’s College

Churcher’s College is delighted to announce the appointment of Will Scott as its new Headmaster, effective September 2026. Following a rigorous selection process involving the full Board of Governors and the existing leadership team, Mr. Scott was chosen for his extensive leadership experience and commitment to delivering a broad, high-quality education.

Will Scott brings a wealth of expertise to Churcher’s College, currently serving as Principal of Dame Allan’s Schools in Newcastle upon Tyne. His diverse background spans service in the Royal Navy, a career in international finance, and a passionate dedication to education. Mr. Scott’s leadership has been marked by significant improvements in academic standards, co-curricular opportunities, and school facilities.

Born in Omagh, County Tyrone, and educated in Dublin and Edinburgh, Will Scott studied Economics at the University of St Andrews. After six years of naval service, including postings on HMS Broadsword and HMS Ark Royal, he transitioned to financial markets before finding his true vocation in education. His teaching and leadership roles have included positions at the Royal Grammar School Newcastle, Clifton College Bristol, and St Lawrence College Kent.

Reflecting on his appointment, Mr. Scott said:
"I am deeply honoured to become Head of Churcher’s College, a school with a proud 300-year history and a reputation for outstanding academic and co-curricular achievements. My goal is to preserve and strengthen the school’s ethos while guiding it confidently through the challenges of a changing world. I look forward to working closely with staff, pupils, parents, governors, and alumni to continue providing an exceptional education."

Mr. Scott and his family are excited about their move to Churcher’s College and look forward to becoming part of the vibrant school community.

The Governors and leadership team expressed great confidence in Mr. Scott’s appointment, anticipating a bright future for Churcher’s College under his stewardship.
 

Swim England

Location: South East Region, home based working with travel across the region United Kingdom

Salary: £25,000

Hours: Full Time

Closing date: 8th February 2026

Swim England is the national governing body for swimming in England.

We help people learn how to swim, enjoy the water safely, and compete in all our sports.

Our vision is of a nation swimming and we strive to inspire everyone to enjoy the water in the way that suits them. We work with our partners to create engaging programmes that enable everyone to be active, have fun and stay healthy through swimming.

Your application is generated using the information you have provided in your Profile. Your CV and any additional supporting evidence will also be attached and made available to the hiring manager.

Are you highly organised, proactive, and passionate about delivering exceptional events? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

We are looking for a Events & Administration Coordinator to play a key role in supporting the delivery of high-quality events and administrative functions across the South East Region. This is a 1-year fixed-term position offering an exciting opportunity to contribute to the success of regional programmes and initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

In this role you will:

• Coordinate and deliver regional awards and recognition programmes, including planning and logistics.
• Provide administrative support for regional competitions and events.
• Support regional communications by maintaining the website and managing social media content.
• Administer volunteer and officials training programmes.
• Manage the meet licensing process and maintain Para Swimming records.
• Support our community by responding to enquiries from clubs, counties, and committees in a timely and professional manner.
• Attend and support regional events, providing on-site coordination and administrative assistance.

Skills and Experience

Essential:

• Strong administrative and organisational skills with attention to detail.
• Proven ability to plan, prioritise, and manage a varied workload to meet deadlines.
• Experience coordinating events and supporting programme delivery.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High level of computer literacy, including websites and social media platforms.
• Flexible approach to working patterns, including evenings and weekends.

Desirable:

• Understanding of aquatics and experience in a sports or volunteer-led organisation.
• Experience using content management systems and social media tools.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and health & safety standards.

Location:

Home-based with travel across the South East Region.

Our Values:

• We are inclusive
• We consult, collaborate and guide
• We are transparent and communicate clearly
• We hold ourselves accountable
• We are ambitious
• We demonstrate professionalism and leadership

Please be advised that we cannot offer visa sponsorship and that you must have right to work in the UK to apply or be considered for this role. If you are a non-UK/EU National, you must have an appropriate working Visa to undertake employment. You must also be working within the UK to apply or be considered for this role, due to the public liability insurance Swim England holds.

Swim England is committed to inclusion and embracing the spirit of all equalities legislation. As a Disability Confident Employer, we actively encourage applications from disabled people. We recognise that the diversity of our workforce is not reflective of today’s society and we are currently operating a pilot scheme whereby applicants from ethnically diverse backgrounds can opt into our guaranteed interview scheme. Candidates that have opted into the scheme will be guaranteed an interview provided that they have demonstrated, within their application, that they meet the essential criteria for the role. When emailing the CV and cover letter, applicants from ethnically diverse backgrounds are encouraged to state they wish to ‘Opt In’ to the scheme.

Where possible, Swim England will always make reasonable adjustments for accessi...

Investor Relations Internship (PE UK H1 2026) 6-12 months

Bridgepoint is looking to recruit an individual whose primary responsibilities would be project management for the Private Credit Investor Services team. The individual would get the opportunity to work closely with the investment teams based in London, Paris, Stockholm, Frankfurt and New York. The individual would be involved in collaborating with the team to create and update investor presentations and reports, management and business development materials.

The individual would also assist with a wide variety of other IR-related tasks, including the production of materials for the Annual Investor Meeting, fundraisings and marketing presentations. In addition, the role would also involve the collection and analysis of fund and portfolio company data to be used in investor materials, client reporting, and to inform strategic thinking at the Firm.

This opportunity allows you to join a highly ambitious and growing platform within Bridgepoint.

In which you will gain exposure to the various aspects within IR as well as collaborating investment professionals across the world.

The individual would also assist with a wide variety of other IR-related tasks, including the production of materials for the Annual Investor Meeting, fundraisings and marketing presentations. In addition, the role would also involve the collection and analysis of fund and portfolio company data to be used in investor materials, client reporting, and to inform strategic thinking at the Firm.

This opportunity allows you to join a highly ambitious and growing platform within Bridgepoint.

In which you will gain exposure to the various aspects within IR as well as collaborating investment professionals across the world.

Key Responsibilities

Fundraising Materials

Bridgepoint is regularly raising new funds in the Private Credit space. This role provides an opportunity to be part of significant private capital-raising exercises and an understanding of some of the world’s leading investment institutions.
Assist with the due diligence process for fundraising which requires detailed track record analysis and historic performance summaries for portfolio to be shared with investors.
Collaborating in the production of materials including PPMs and case studies, as well as assisting with due diligence requests coming in from investors during the fundraise.

Annual Investor Meetings and half-yearly Investor Meetings

The Firm has a large-scale Annual Investor Meeting for each of its funds as well as smaller but equally detailed half-year Limited Partner Advisory Committee meetings. These require high quality presentations and accurate information.

Quarterly Investor Reporting

Liaise with internal teams (such as Investment, Operations, Portfolio Monitoring) to collect metrics required for investor reporting.
Collate Fund and Investment level data in internal database.
Use data collected within database to prepare standard and custom investor reporting.
Work with the technology team on supporting the data warehouse project: a project which aims to centralise data used throughout the firm and automate reporting.

Bridgepoint is regularly raising new funds in the Private Credit space. This role provides an opportunity to be part of significant private capital-raising exercises and an understanding of some of the world’s leading investment institutions.

Assist with the due diligence process for fundraising which requires detailed track record analysis and historic performance summaries for portfolio to be shared with investors.

Collaborating in the production of materials including PPMs and case studies, as well as assisting with due diligence requests coming in from investors during the fundraise.

Annual Investor Meetings and half-yearly Investor Meetings

The Firm has a large-scale Annual Investor Meeting for each of its funds as well as smaller but equally detailed half-year Limited Partner Advisory Committee meetings. These require high quality presentations and accurate information.

Quarterly Investor Reporting

Liaise with internal teams (such as Investment, Operations, Portfolio Monitoring) to collect metrics required for investor reporting.

Collate Fund and Investment level data in internal database.

Use data collected within database to prepare standard and custom investor reporting.

Work with the technology team on supporting the data warehouse project: a project which aims to centralise data used throughout the firm and automate reporting.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• 6-12 months full time work/intern experience at a Credit or Alternatives Fund, Investment Bank, Private Markets GP, Fund of Funds, Secondary Fund, or placement agent is desirable.
• Previous managem...

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About The Role

Are you a motivated leader with a passion for retail and people? We’re looking for Mobile Relief Managers to join our dynamic retail team. In this role, you’ll provide cover for shop managers during periods of leave or absence, ensuring smooth operations and exceptional customer service across our retail portfolio.

If you’re an experienced retail manager, with experience of working to budgets with a good knowledge of Health and Safety and Trading Standards, or someone with great transferable skills and enthusiasm then get in touch.

You’ll be hands on, managing stock, merchandising displays, supporting gift aid processes, and driving sales to meet KPIs. You’ll also lead and inspire teams of staff and volunteers, creating a positive environment aligned with our Hospice values.

This is a varied role that requires flexibility, resilience, and strong organisational skills. You will need good IT skills and an ability to embrace new technology, as well as being friendly and approachable.

If you’re committed to great leadership, have a passion for working with pre-loved goods and enjoy working with the public, we’d love to hear from you. You will be an ambassador for St Michael’s at all times. In return for your commitment, we’ll provide a competitive salary and benefits package, within a highly reputable charity.

We are open to applications from individuals requiring 22.5- 37.5 hours per week, as we intend to take on several people to bolster our team of Relief Managers. Days of work will be allocated by rota over 7 days, including bank holidays.

A full driving licence with access to a car is required for this role.

What you can expect from us

As well as joining an enthusiastic friendly and committed team, our location is hard to beat – nestled in the stunning Herefordshire countryside, in a state-of-the-art facility with free on-site parking, discounted delicious meals snacks and drinks. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package including 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, a Hospice pension, discounts with local suppliers, generous study leave and support for ongoing personal development.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Transferable NHS pension
• Hospice pension
• Superb working environment and facilities
• Generous study leave allowance
• Discounts with local suppliers
• Individualised training needs analysis
• Advanced communication skills training
• Employee counselling service
• Free on-site parking
• Competitively priced meals and beverages
• Free tea, coffee and chilled water
• Friendly, welcoming work environment
• 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays

Next steps

• Application Guidance Notes
• Download the Job Description
• Download the Equal Opportunities Form
• Your Information and How We keep It Safe
• Download the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Policy

Need some help?

To find out more, of if you need help with your application, contact our recruitment team

Derbyshire Dales District Council

Derbyshire Dales District Council are recruiting two new Move More Coordinators to join our team and deliver our new Move More Derbyshire Dales Strategy which is currently in co-production. The 2 roles are part time and will deliver a variety of physical activities across the Derbyshire Dales. This position will include weekend and evening delivery when required.

Contract 1: Starts Immediately to 31st March 2029
Contract 2: Starts 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2029

The Move More Coordinators will deliver sports and activities to all ages and abilities. Targeting different groups from the inactive, people with long term conditions or disabilities, women and girls, youth diversionary, events and festivals, and sports specific programmes e.g. Tennis & Pickleball.

We’re looking for great communication skills, lots of energy and a proactive leadership style that will positively enhance people’s experience of sport and physical activity. We are looking for self-motivated and dedicated individuals, passionate about sport and physical activity and their ability to engage people across all ages. We welcome applications from those who thrive on new challenges and the opportunity to make change, while demonstrating empathy and understanding of challenges and barriers to participation.

The successful candidate should hold a Level 2 National Governing Body coaching certificate and be capable to lead sessions independently.

The successful candidates will have knowledge and experience of creating and delivering engaging activity sessions and working collaboratively with partners. You will need to be bold and innovative, have excellent organisational, communication and partnership working skills.

This position is based in the Sports Development section of the Community Development department in the District Council Offices, Matlock. However, the majority of the work will be out in the community.

Katie Burns 01629 761 389 (katie.burns@derbyshiredales.gov.uk)

Location

DE4 3NN

Salary

25,989 – 27,254pa / pro rata Grade 5: (SCP 6 – 9) £25,989 – £27,254 per annum, pro rata

Hours

Part-time

Contract

Permanent

Placed on

Wed 21st January, 2026

Closes

27/01/2026

Sport / Activity

Multi-Activity

Job Reference

JOB/25/03875

Interview Date

05/02/2026

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Laboratory Manager

• locations
• Wallingford

• time type
• Full time

• posted on
• Posted Today

• time left to apply
• End Date: January 30, 2026 (21 days left to apply)

• job requisition id
• JR1515

Fully site based

Location: Wallingford. Oxfordshire

Closing date: Friday 30th January 2026

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we find the right candidate, so we encourage you to apply early.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Laboratory Manager to join our team at UKCEH. You will be responsible for the management of the laboratory and controlled environment facilities at UKCEH Wallingford, supporting the important environmental science that we carry out. Working closely with the facilities management team and individual laboratory-based researchers, you will be responsible for the efficient running of our laboratory and field facilities. You will also work with our Quality Assurance Manager and Safety, Health and Environment Team to ensure that our facilities run efficiently, safely and to the required quality management standards needed for our researchers.

We are looking for a great team worker and communicator with experience of laboratory practice gained in an academic, educational, or industrial research environment. You will have a degree in a science or engineering subject and be familiar with current HS&E legislation as it applies to working in a laboratory or workshop. You will know how to set up and use a range of laboratory equipment and have experience of its application for teaching or research.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Oversight of laboratory wing operations, maintaining/troubleshooting equipment, and fostering a productive, safe environment for scientists and technicians. As part of this, you will be responsible for arranging maintenance, calibration, and servicing laboratory instruments and required to stay updated on new technologies and environmental initiatives.

• Support the compliance and delivery of scientific research across UKCEH’s Science Areas through effective management of laboratory resources.

• Build strong working relationships with internal stakeholders to support operational decision-making and to provide advice to lab users and science leadership.

• Ensure laboratory compliance with internal and external audits and regulatory requirements by maintaining accurate documentation and supporting quality assurance initiatives.

• Provide and communicate advice to staff for the implementation and adherence to safety, health and environmental policies, procedures, and legislation. Offer solutions and serve as a point of contact for queries to promote a positive safety culture within the science laboratories.

• Provide laboratory inductions and training to staff, students and visitors to ensure a positive and safe working environment.

• Conduct audits of UKCEH laboratory activities against policies and management standards, identifying compliance gaps and recommending actions.

For the role of Laboratory Manager, we are looking for somebody who:

• Postgraduate degree or graduate with at least 3 years' equivalent skills and knowledge.

• Computer literacy and numeracy.

• Knowledge and experience in a science or engineering subject.

• Knowledge and experience of general laboratory and/or workshop practice gained either in an academic or an industrial environment.

• Strong leadership, organizational, and technical skills.

• Knowledge and experience of implementation of current HS&E legislative requirements as they apply in a laboratory environment.

• Familiarity with setting up and using a wide range of laboratory and equipment for the purposes of teaching or research.

• An understanding of current safe systems of work for chemical, biological, and/or radiological safety would also be desirable.

Experience/proven abilities relating to the position: 

• Ability to make effective decisions concerning the operation and management of laboratories, workshops, materials, and equipment.

• Ability to work as part of...

Senior Station Technician - Baltimore

Senior Station Technician - Baltimore

About us

Our purpose is simple: to save lives at sea. 24 hours a day, every day, RNLI lifesavers are ready to launch to the rescue.

There is an exciting opportunity at Batimore Lifeboat Station for a Senior Station Technician to join the team. This role would be suitable for someone whose resilience, leadership, and management skills are just as strong as their ability to keep Baltimore's Lifeboat in perfect operational order.

The role of Senior Station Technician is focused for those individuals with an NVQ L4/ Republic of Ireland NFQ Level 5, in an engineering discipline or time served engineering apprenticeship or sound background and experience in mechanical electrical or electronic engineering.

If you do not hold the experience to be appointed a Senior Station Technician, you may be considered for an offer as a Station Technician role in lieu, if successful.

Some of the benefits

• Senior Station Technician - €47,575 to €55,970 (dependent on experience)
• Station Technician - €35,810 to €42,129 (dependent on experience)
• 26 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Competitive pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Health cash plan option

Your role

As a Senior Station Technician, most of your time will be utilised ensuring that the Tamar class ALB and it's equipment work to the highest order, ensuring that the Lifeboat Station is well managed, and assist training volunteer crew members - so that when an emergency shout does occur, you, your crew and your lifeboat will be absolutely prepared.

You will not be the sole individual responsible for the lifeboat and its equipment. Our existing mechanic volunteers are there to support you, your training and maintenance activity. The wider lifeboat staff and volunteers will be there to welcome and support you in all other aspects of the role.

Your role will include:

• Inspiring and motivating your team; managing their progress by leading them on seagoing exercises, conducting shore-based training, identifying ways they can improve and imparting your valuable knowledge
• Meeting and talking to the general public about your station’s work
• Taking a lead on Quality, Safety, Health, and Environment issues, helping to develop a positive culture within the station
• Spending time in the day to day running of the Lifeboat Station; this may be in the form of answering e-mails, ensuring maintenance records are maintained or updating the station’s monthly assurance report.

About you

You’ll have the ability to build effective relationships with volunteers at the lifeboat station, the supporters locally and RNLI staff beyond, while acting as an ambassador for the station and the RNLI within the community.

To be considered for the role of Senior Station Technician at Baltimore Lifeboat Station you will need:

• You will have completed a time served mechanical apprenticeship, or degree in mechanical, electrical and/or electronic engineering; Republic of Ireland NFQ Level 5, England, Wales & Northern Ireland NVQ level 3, and Scotland SVQ Level 5 at a minimum or equivalent in an engineering discipline.
• Or a sound background and experience in mechanical, electrical and/or electronic engineering rising to a demonstrable level not less that the professional qualifications stated above.
• Or to be a passed-out RNLI ALB Mechanic, with relevant professional qualifications as stated above, and demonstrable experience to achieve competence in a timely manner.
• To demonstrate leadership and management qualities, and the ability to motivate and maximise people’s potential.
• The capacity and willingness to develop skills in other areas of seagoing duties.
• Knowledge and experience of the operation, maintenance and repair of marine diesels would be desirable, an engineering background and mindset is essential.
• If you do not hold the experience to be appointed a Senior Station Technician, you may be considered for an offer as a Station Technician role in lieu, if successful.

This is an emergency response role so the successful candidates would need to live within a reasonable distance from the station and be prepared to respond to a pager 24/7 whilst on duty. 

Maritime mechanical skills are not an absolute necessity, if you’ve worked on cars, HGV, agricultural, plant or generators we can train to adapt your existing skills to suit our equipment.

So, if you are ready for your ...

Job Description

Title:

Community Café Development Officer (part time position)

Reports to:

Day Opportunities Coordinator / Head of Operations

Hours:

Based:

Initially 16 hours raising to 21 hours per week

Paul’s Place Hub, Shire Way, Yate, Bristol

Renumeration:

£12.21 per hour or £13,333 per annum

Terms:

Permanent position, 28 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays
(based on a full-time equivalent, this will be pro rata for part time work),
occasional weekend and evening working on a rota basis

DBS Status:

Enhanced DBS with appropriate barred checks

ROLE PURPOSE
We are looking for a caring, reliable, and motivated individual to take full responsibility for
setting up and running our small community café. You will play a key role in managing the
café’s daily operations and supporting disabled adults to assist with tasks including food prep
and front of house. The café will start with a simple menu and limited opening hours, with the
intention of growing as the project develops.
The emphasis will be on building a community café in partnership with Paul’s Place members.

MAIN DUTIES
Responsibilities

To support preparation for opening the community café, initially 1 – 2
lunchtimes a week with a view to increasing the opening hours longer
term

Lead on the delivery of basic food preparation and baking sessions
for Paul’s Place members, in collaboration with the Day Opportunities
Coordinator and Support Workers

To work with the members to produce food to sell in the café

Prepare and serve a limited range of hot and cold drinks and light
refreshments (e.g. tea, coffee, toasties, sandwiches, cakes)

Take overall responsibility for the day-to-day running of the café,
including setup, service, and closing

To work with the Day Opportunities Coordinator and the Volunteer
Development Officer to plan the involvement of members in running
the Café

Support and work alongside adults with disabilities, encouraging
participation in suitable café tasks

Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment at all times,
adhering to health and hygiene regulations

Ensure all members engaged in food preparation have accessed
relevant training e.g. Food hygiene certificate

Manage stock levels, place orders as needed, and ensure proper
storage and rotation of supplies

Handle basic record-keeping, including income, expenses, and daily
logs

Develop positive relationships with customers and community
members to foster an inclusive, community-driven atmosphere

Work collaboratively with the wider team to expand café hours and
offerings over time

•  Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations

•  Ensure all equipment is kept in a working safe order

General duties

Attend line management supervision, team meetings and annual
appraisal.

Attend mandatory training and refresher sessions, as well as other
relevant staff development/ learning sessions.

All staff may be asked to undertake other duties and responsibilities
as determined by the CEO or Board of Trustees.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Experience
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Knowledge
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Experience of working in an environment that supports people with
disabilities to build their skills and to volunteer, ideally within a café
setting
Experience in a café, hospitality, or similar customer-facing role

Experience of preparing food in a café’ environment and
understanding the food hygiene standards which apply
Experience of risk assessing and working within health and safety
requirements

Understanding of (or willingness to learn about) the needs of people
with disabilities
Basic food hygiene certificate or willingness to learn

Skills
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Ability to keep accurate records

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Problem solving skills and the ability to think creatively

3   Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including verbal and

written skills

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Proactive and able to use own initiative, working with minimal
supervision.

Essential (E) /
Desirable (D)
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A calm, friendly, and patient manner with the ability to work
independently, take initiative, and problem-solve

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Financial Planning & Analysis Assistant Manager (Finance Business Partner)

In the Crick's Financial Planning & Analysis Team - 2.

Part of Crick Operations.

Key information

See the full job description here.

What you will be doing

You will be responsible for:

• Owning financial planning (budgeting, forecasting and long-term planning) for a portfolio of research groups, working closely with Group Leaders and the Post-Award Grants team.
• Supporting Crick Leaders and the FP&A Manager to deliver efficiency plans and maximise value for money.
• Building strong trusted stakeholder relationships and clearly communicating the financial impact of decisions.
• Producing clear, insightful management information to support effective decision-making.
• Improving financial reporting processes and data quality to increase focus on insight and decision support.
• Identifying and resolving complex issues, driving continuous improvement across the team.

About you

You will have:

(Minimum criteria *)

Essential:

• Qualified accountant (CCAB or equivalent) or finalist with strong FP&A experience in a complex organisation.*
• Confident finance partner with high emotional intelligence and the ability to influence senior stakeholders.*
• Skilled in turning financial data into clear, insightful reporting for non-finance audiences.
• Organised and proactive, able to manage multiple priorities and drive continuous improvement.
• Motivated by the Crick’s mission and excited to support world-class research.
• Proven track record of delivering change and improving finance processes.

Desirable:

• Experience in a research or grant-funded environment
• Familiarity with Workday Finance or cloud-based planning tools (e.g. Adaptive Planning)

About Working at the Crick

Our values  

Everyone who works at the Crick has a valuable role to play in advancing the Crick’s mission and shaping our culture!

LAB TECHNICIAN - PERSON SPECIFICATION

Pangbourne  College  is  committed  to  safeguarding  and  promoting  the  welfare  of
children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Job Title: LabTechnician
Department: Physics / Science

Qualifications

Essential

Desirable  Method of assessment

Relevant degree or equivalent

A Level Physics

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Application form

Interview

Skills and Experience

Essential

Desirable  Method of assessment

Excellent organisational, communication and
interpersonal skills

IT skills

Ability to help create a stimulating learning
environment and facilitate an enthusiasm for
learning, in order to make it possible for all
students to achieve their potential

Solution focused

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Application form

Interview

References

Assessment exercise

Personal Qualities

Essential

Desirable  Method of assessment

Outgoing, positive attitude

Passion and enthusiasm for Physics

A sense of humour and integrity

Enthusiasm to collaborate with colleagues

Ambition to progress professionally within the
subject

Capability of maintaining high standards

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Interview

Assessment exercise

Special requirements

Essential

Desirable  Method of assessment

Promoting and safeguarding the welfare of
children

Compliance with Pangbourne College’s Child
Protection and Safeguarding Policy

Current driving licence. Own transport -
Pangbourne is in a rural location with limited
public transport links. Pangbourne Station is a 30
minute walk from the College.

Right to work in the UK

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Choir Accompanist

Canbury Singers

Canbury Singers (registered charity 1182027) is a community based choir in Kingston-Upon-Thames. Formed in 2007, as part of the Canbury Arts Trust, by a small group of locals who just wanted to sing, the choir has grown into a 40 strong group of enthusiastic and dedicated singers with a good reputation. Canbury Singers is an affiliated member of Making Music.

We are a friendly, fun loving choir without an audition process comprising a range of members from sight readers to those re-starting singing after some years. We meet on a Monday night (8:15pm-9.45pm) and look to perform two concerts a year together with a few charity and Christmas events including two socials. Members have an eclectic musical interest ranging from choral, religious and secular to jazz and stage musical genres, taking in African-American spirituals, European folk songs and sea shanties along the way. The choir is managed by an active committee who work closely with their Musical Director, Bethan Williams, on repertoire and performance planning.

Responsibilities of the Accompanist

The accompanist would work closely with the Musical Director, Bethan Williams, and assist Bethan in rehearsals by accompanying the choir and taking sectionals when required. They are expected to attend all rehearsals, and to coordinate deputies when necessary. The successful candidate may be invited to take part in Canbury Singers concerts as and when needed, with renumeration at the standard rate (please see below).

Person specification

The successful candidate will be an excellent musician who can demonstrate:
• Accompaniment from piano reduction and standard accompaniment parts proficiently in a sympathetic manner
• An excellent standard of sight-reading
• Support for the choir by score-reading vocal parts
• Harmonisation of warm-up exercises and vocal parts
• The ability to work as part of a team in a flexible manner
• The ability to take sectional rehearsals
• The ability to take rehearsals in the event of absence of the Musical Director
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well with the choir and the committee

Pay

Remuneration is £70 for each ninety-minute rehearsal, at a rate of £46.67 per hour (subject to review in 2026)

Application

To express your interest and for further details please contact our choir secretary at sec@canburysingers.org. Applications, to be received by the 31st January, should be made by CV with a covering letter saying why you would like to work with Canbury Singers.

The committee will shortlist applicants shortly after the application deadline. Full details of requirements for audition will be communicated to successful candidates.

We are looking for the accompanist to start during February 2026

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