Reporting to the CEO

Responsible for: Manchester Workshop Coordinator & Coaching Coordinator

Additonal days to be offered in accordance with future funding

As the Sophie Hayes Foundation embarks on an exciting phase of growth and development,supporting moew women survivors of Human Trafficking, the Employability Programme Workshops Supervisor, will become a valued member of the organisation’s new Senior Management Team

The right candidate will focus on growing our programme across Manchester and the North, through effective and productive collaborations.

Detailed Role Description

1. Manage and develop the programme across Manchester and the North, by building partnerships with other NGO’s and referral partners, resourcing, equipping and training facilitators and co-ordinating programmes
2. Effectively and efficiently manage budgets 
3. Manage all KPI’s, supporting funding reports and ensuring correct reporting of programme outputs and outcomes. 
4. Continuously improve the programme through learning from feedback. 
5. Ensure our survivors, partners and volunteers are engaged, motivated and ‘have a voice’ to influence and shape our programme design. 
6. Set the organisation’s Manchester delivery strategy and support its implementation through staff, volunteers and partners
7. Build relationships and source long term, broad impacting relationships with businesses and training institutions, in partnership with the Workshops and Coaching Coordinators
8. Support the CEO and Fundraising Manger in securing funding to ensure long-term sustainability– this includes infrastructure for programmes (e.g. travel and materials cost) alongside further funding that may expand the programme.
9. Supervise and manage core team members and direct reports, with the objective of growing individual and group capabilities, skills and resources.
10. Consistently work with and encourage the growth of leadership volunteers in order to increase organisation capacity and capabilities

Person Specification:

Essential

1. Minimum 3 years’ experience of successful programme management in the UK charity sector
2. Educated to degree level or equivalent, or the ability to demonstrate competence through experience
3. Experience of working to, and meeting KPI’s
4. Experience of proactively researching and engaging current and prospective partners
5. Knowledge of best practice in programme management
6. Outstanding communication skills and the ability to tailor written and verbal content and style to a range of audiences.
7. Ability to work under pressure and deliver outcomes to tight deadlines
8. Strong IT skills (Blackbaud Etapestry or similar CRM systems etc. Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook,)
9. Ability to work on own initiative as well as a key member of a team
10. Flexible and proactive approach and attitude
11. Enthusiasm and drive to make things happen
12. Ability to work occasionally outside of normal office working hours
13. Supportive of a small but fast paced team 
14. Supportive of non-Manchester locations

Desirable

1. Knowledge and understanding of the human trafficking and modern-day slavery sector
2. Experience of using social media and digital communication tools

APPLICATION PROCESS AND CRITERIA:

Applications without a covering letter will not be progressed to the next stage

Selected candidate will be required to complete a DBS and have the right to work in the UK

As a provider of programmes for women survivors of human trafficking, we are seeking female candidates only.

Manchester International Festival (MIF) is the world’s first festival of original, new work and special events, staged every two years. From 2021, as well as producing a biennial festival, we will also run The Factory, a new state of the art building and producing organisation in the heart of Manchester.

The Production Manager is responsible for the delivery of technical production of Festival, The Factory and Touring Commissions and events.

Additionally, the Production Manager will support the Head of Production and Technical Director on the transition of the Technical Department as it moves from delivering a biennial festival to operating the year-round venue operation in The Factory.

Responsibilities:

- Working with Artists and Producers to facilitate the creation of and building of set, props, costumes and hire of lighting, sound, AV or other technical equipment. This will include liaising with the relevant technical teams within Factory and workshops, suppliers and working with temporary venues, as necessary

− Managing the technical budget for specified commissions in close consultation with MIF Producers and Head of Production

− Recruiting Technical personnel as required to rehearse, fit-up, run and get out and store the specified production all within the show budget within Factory or any external venues

− Establishing production schedules for specified projects and communicating the content of those schedules effectively to all relevant parties

– This includes keeping all relevant schedules up to date − Attending workshops and rehearsals for specific commissions as required and being present for fit ups, technical dress rehearsals and performances. There may be additional days working away from home on touring shows or site visits to other venues and countries

− Drafting of risk assessments, method statements and event plans for the specific productions. This will involve ensuring that the production is delivered with proper regard for the safety of the artists, technical staff, other people working within the venue and public and that all current Health and Safety legislation and regulations are fully observed

− Making sure that all set elements and props are properly fireproofed and conform to BS476 PT 7 and are appropriate to be presented in international venues

− In the event that specific Productions are filmed for broadcast, overseeing any elements of such filming in so far as it impacts of the original Production.

− Preparing and delivering full production bibles for ongoing performances of the Factory and MIF productions which will include all information covering all technical aspects relevant to the restaging of the productions. This is to include set plans, prop lists, consumables, sound, lighting and video plots, costume bible, wig and make up bible and prompt copy

Closing date 23 March 2020, 5pm.

Interviews will take place on date 07 April 2020

Manchester International Festival operate an online application process. However, if you have any specific accessibility requirements (such as printed forms/Job Packs) please contact the Festival Office.

MIF are happy to make reasonable adjustments where possible.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in the animal care sector and to make a real difference to a small charitable organisation. A great opportunity to make an impact and to build your career in charity retailing. We are looking for a strong, enthusiastic and creative individual to support the strategy set out by the Board of Trustees.

Bleakholt is a long established charity that provides care and shelter for stray, neglected and unwanted animals including cats, dogs, rabbits and other small animals, as well as horses, ponies, donkeys and goats. Each year, over 1,000 cats, dogs and small animals are successfully re-homed and many others are cared for.

Working with the Sanctuary Manager and the Board of Trustees you will be responsible for developing and implementing a new retail based fundraising strategy that will help Bleakholt become more sustainable.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in the animal care sector and to make a real difference to a small charitable organisation.  A great opportunity to make an impact and to build your career in professional fundraising. We are looking for a strong, enthusiastic and creative individual to support the strategy set out by the Board of Trustees.

Bleakholt is a long established charity that provides care and shelter for stray, neglected and unwanted animals including cats, dogs, rabbits and other small animals, as well as horses, ponies, donkeys and goats. Each year, over 1,000 cats, dogs and small animals are successfully re-homed and many others are cared for.

Working with the Sanctuary Manager and the Board of Trustees you will be responsible for developing and implementing a new fundraising strategy that will help Bleakholt become more sustainable.

Victim Support is looking for a Children and Young People Case Worker to work as part of our NEST team based in Accrington to cover maternity leave.

Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity for people affected by crime in England and Wales. We work towards a world where people affected by crime or traumatic events get the support they need and respect they deserve.

The aim of the role is to deliver a high quality child victims service, within a multi-agency service delivery framework, that ensures a more timely, rounded and effective early help support for children and young people whose experience of crime places them at heightened risk of harm and other long-term adverse outcomes.

The purpose of the job is to take a key role in delivery of the following aspects of the programme in the designated area. This includes: the delivery of the young victims service in line with commissioner's requirements and within the appropriate service guidance and policy framework; Recruiting, managing and developing volunteers/peer mentors who will support young victims and witnesses of crime; Developing and enhancing local key stakeholder relationships and work in partnership with other agencies to manage risk and deliver co-ordinated support and; maintaining and enhancing service delivery standards and effectiveness.

To be successful in the role, you will have a proven track record of successfully delivering services for children and young people and successful youth engagement in a comparable role within a service-driven organisation of comparable size, scope and complexity. You will also have an understanding of the current issues for children and young people experiencing crime and the impact and effects of trauma.

You will be able to work on your own initiative, prioritising work and dealing with competing or conflicting demands/ needs and interests in an organised and methodical manner. You will also have the ability to develop creative solution focussed interventions with vulnerable children and young people, to negotiate, advocate and influence others and to build effective volunteer teams and sustain relationships.

Car use is essential to this role.

VS are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks will be required.

The role is predominantly Mon-Fri 9-5 or 10-6 but there is an expectation that work may also need to be completed outside of those core hours.

Victim Support offers competitive rewards and benefits including pension and life assurance, 25 days annual leave (pro-rata), voluntary benefits such as season ticket loans, and the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing world-class services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change.

Applications should be explicit enough to provide good evidence against the shortlisting criteria, which are marked in the person specification as (s). In order to apply, please create a profile in our website (jobs section), complete and submit an online application form.

If the vacancy has not specified the essential criteria for shortlisting, please use this section to express how your experience and skills are relevant for the role. If you have the drive to make a difference within an organisation which makes a difference we look forward to hearing from you.

Victim Support takes pride in being a diverse organisation, enriched by the participation of all individuals and communities. Diversity matters and we value it.

Finance Assistant

Are you a Finance Assistant looking for your next career move? Do you like the idea of working for a leading provider of Mental Healthcare Packages? Are you interested in working within a close-knit team?

Our client has an exciting opportunity for a Finance Assistant to join their friendly and professional team based within their Head Office in Stockport, where you will support the Finance Team by processing petty cash and raising monthly sales invoices amongst all other finance duties.

What’s on offer:

- Competitive salary (£19,012.50 - £21,059.93 dependant on experience)
- Monday - Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm with a 30 minute lunch break (37.5 hour working week)
- 22 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
- Enhanced Superior company pension
- Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
- Free on-site parking
- Paid DBS check
- Employee Assistance Programme / 24-hour Counselling Service
- Online shopping discounts, free eye tests and various other benefits
- Excellent Learning and Development opportunities
- The opportunity for internal promotions
- Refer a Friend Scheme (Up to £500 per referral)
- Regular social events and recognition schemes (‘Employee of the year awards’, Summer & Christmas parties)

As a Finance Assistant you will:

- Process petty cash on a weekly basis and assist with quarterly visits to the homes for petty cash audits.
- Carry out bank reconciliations on Sage
- Be responsible for raising monthly sales invoices
- Provide information to the management accountant for reports
- Be responsible for managing the utilities accounts for each home
- Assist with the purchase ledger as required
- Support with the processing and administration of payroll as required
- Participate in covering reception on a rota during periods of leave and sickness

As a Finance Assistant you will:

- Be educated at GCSE Grade C or above in Maths (Or equivalent)
- Be an AAT student
- Have experienced using Sage 50
- Be able to prioritise workload and have experience working within a Finance Department
- Have great attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
- Understand confidentiality and exercise discretion throughout your role
- Establish effective working relationships with staff and managers
- Have excellent oral and written communication skills
- Be proficient in Microsoft Office Packages (Spreadsheets, Databases, Email, Word Processing)
- Be able to plan workload and work under pressure

Desirable Criteria:

- Full UK Driving Licence
- Previous experience of processing payroll
- Experience of working within the Healthcare Industry

If you are interested in joining an enthusiastic, motivated business who thrive in developing and rebuilding young people and young adults with complex difficulties then please get in touch today.

The closing date for this position is Thursday 26th March so please ensure you apply before this date.

Our client operates a safer recruitment process and as part of this process the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. They are an equal opportunities employer who values diversity and positively encourages applications of all ages from all sections of the community.

You may have experience of the following: Finance Assistant, Accounts Assistant , Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable Assistant, AAT, Accounting Assistant, Accounts Officer, Finance, Finance Officer, Finance Administrator, Accounts Administrator, Bookkeeper, Invoicing, Reconciliation, Purchase Ledger, Graduate etc

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The damage caused by abuse in childhood doesn’t always end in childhood.  Many adults who suffered childhood abuse continue to suffer. It doesn’t have to be this way. Join our amazing team and change lives for the better.

We are seeking an empathetic and resilient Survivor Support Facilitator to join our friendly team in Stockport. The Survivor Support Facilitators are accountable for the day to day delivery of NAPAC’s primary survivor support service – the telephone support line.  They manage NAPAC’s volunteers to provide telephone support to adult survivors of childhood abuse and those supporting them. 

Overall, they will have a commitment to delivery of excellence in everything NAPAC does for survivors and their supporters.

Salary: £26,520 pa, pro rata, plus pension

Hours:  17.5 per week (0.5 FT) to be worked flexibly across the week

Contract: One year (with possibility of extension subject to funding)

Closing date for applications: Friday 13th March 2020.  Application is by completion of the formal NAPAC application form only - CVs will not be accepted

Interview Date: Week beginning 23rd March 2020 in Stockport

We are looking for an excellent communicator to lead our busy corporate communications team for six to nine months. The ideal candidate will have a passion for ending educational inequality, an eye for a strong story and will be able to motivate and challenge their team. The role requires someone with extensive experience in all elements of public relations; we want someone who is as comfortable talking to teachers and leaders in the classroom as they are working with journalists in the newsroom. We want someone who has a bulging contacts book in national and sector media and who can leverage those contacts to tell inspiring stories about educators making a difference. We want someone who understands the education sector, or who can learn it quickly. The ideal candidate will be skilled at switching between analysing broad sector trends and getting into the detail, respecting the rigour on which our programmes are based and still being able to take a helicopter view. Experience of stakeholder engagement is essential – our thriving partnerships are increasingly important to our work. We’ll need someone who can breathe new life into our relationships, spotting untapped areas for development and coming up with creative ways to engage our stakeholders. The incumbent will manage a small team of dedicated professionals who are early in their careers, eager to learn from the experience that this role can bring. The candidate will be skilled in coaching and line management, ready to give their colleagues the support they deserve to fulfil their potential. This is a maternity cover role, for a minimum of six and maximum of nine months. You’ll be ready to hit the ground running and make a big difference in a short space of time. This role is central to us achieving our mission – helping create an army of advocates for our organisation, so that we can help more and more teachers and school leaders to keep getting better.

Our offer 

We are happy to announce that we will be able to offer you: 

• Flexibility on how you work – agreed between you and your line manager 

• A competitive annual leave entitlement of 25 days, plus bank holidays 

• A generous employer pension contribution of 11% (10% pension plus 1% NI rebate) 

• Competitive salary rates

• Access to an interest free season ticket and bike loans, as well as eyecare vouchers 

• An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) which provides confidential support for employees on personal or work-related matters. 

• A robust learning and development offer that ensures your continuous professional development 

How to apply 

To apply for any of our vacancies or for any questions or queries please visit our website. 

Equality and diversity matters to us. If you think you’d be suited to one of our roles we’d love to hear from you regardless of age, disability status, ethnicity, gender, religion or sexuality. 

Unfortunately, due to the number of applications we receive at this stage we will not be able to contact unsuccessful applicants.

We are committed to the safeguarding of children and the most vulnerable in our society and, as such, we are unable to employ individuals with relevant convictions, including the following: a conviction for an offence involving violence or dishonesty, of a sexual nature or against minors, or for any other offence that is relevant to the nature of the services provided by our organisation.

As an employer, we have a responsibility to prevent illegal working in the UK by ensuring that our employees have the right to work in the UK. Therefore, as part of the recruitment process to verify your eligibility you will be required to produce relevant documentation.  

Third Sector Accountancy Limited started up in 2017 as a specialist chartered accountancy practice, serving co-operatives, charities and other social enterprises. We are uniquely structured as a worker co-operative, and our staff have relevant experience of, and commitment to, organisations working for positive social change. All staff are qualified or in training. Our rapidly growing client base values our understanding of the sector and our commitment to providing services that support their needs. Our clients are extremely diverse in activity, ranging from micro-enterprises to multi-million turnover co-operatives and charities.

We are now looking for an audit-qualified practitioner to complement our team and support our growth. Our pay levels are modest by industry standards, but increasing steadily as the practice grows. We are looking for an ethically and socially motivated individual, with relevant experience and commitment, to build our practice. If you are excited by the idea of joining us and engaging with our clients, and are able to rise to the challenges and rewards of working in a non-hierarchical team, please send us your CV and a letter saying why you want to work for us.

Do you want to play a key role in an organisation which stands up for children? Join us as a UK Policy and Practice Impact Adviser and develop and deliver expert policy and practice influencing strategies at a country-wide level.

In our Advocacy and Policy department, we fight for children every single day. We drive political agendas at national and global levels. We integrate lobbying, policy, research and campaigning into one agile, powerful engine for change. We go the extra mile - and we don’t rest until the work is done.

As a UK Policy and Practice Impact Adviser you will build and maintain expert knowledge on the evidence, practice and policy landscape around early learning and child poverty in the North of England. You’ll work collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams to develop change strategies which will help to overcome barriers resulting in the Early Years gap for children living in poverty for children and families in England. You will deliver engaging research products and developing ambitious policy proposals on early learning and child poverty in the UK. In addition you will:

• Develop, manage and deliver influential advocacy strategies among officials, practitioners, charities, think tanks and research organisations
• Build and maintain excellent external relationships in the policy and practice community, in order to gather intelligence and influence policy and practice change
• Work in partnership with children and families experiencing poverty to develop research proposals, policy and practice solutions and influencing strategies.

To be successful you will be a strong team player, with excellent verbal and written communication skills and an in-depth knowledge of the evidence, practice and policy landscape surrounding early learning and child poverty in the UK. A creative and flexible worker, you will have experience of working with families to develop research plans, proposals and strategies, alongside experience of working effectively with partner organisations to influence practice at a national level. Additionally, you will have:

• Experience of analysing policy and practice challenges and developing creative, credible solutions
• Considerable proven skills in producing high-quality literature, policy and practice reviews
• Experience of developing and managing research, policy or practice projects to strict deadlines
• The ability to manage multiple activities at once and to resolve conflicting priorities
• The ability to travel occasionally within the UK, including some overnight stays

At Save the Children we are committed to the safeguarding and protection of children in our work. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us. This post is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.

If you share our belief in the power of children, join the fight. It takes relentless determination, creativity and a real commitment to real change. Because every child should be able to make their mark on their world, and help to build a better future. We look forward to hearing from you.

To apply please visit our website.

Closing date: 15th March 2020

Rehoming Centre Manager
Radcliffe, Greater Manchester

About Us

Blue Cross is one of the UK’s leading rehoming organisations for animals. We support sick, injured and homeless pets and care for more than 40,000 animals every year through our rehoming, veterinary and education programmes.

We are now looking for a Rehoming Centre Manager to join our team based at our Rehoming and Advice Unit in Radcliffe.

The Benefits

- Salary of £26,070 - £33,000 per annum
- Pension scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Company sick pay
- Life assurance
- Shopping discounts

If you have management experience gained from a pet rehoming environment, this is a fantastic opportunity to take on a rewarding role with one of the UK’s most recognisable rehoming organisations.

We’re looking for an inspirational leader to oversee operations at Radcliffe. There’s a dedicated, friendly team who are eager for clear direction and the chance to make a positive difference to the lives of pets and so you will relish this combination of people management and pet welfare.

So, if you want to create positive change for both animals and people throughout Greater Manchester, we want to hear from you.

The Role

As the Rehoming Centre Manager, you will lead and manage a team to deliver a range of pet rehoming services.

Placing the welfare of pets as your number one priority, you will manage external kennelling providers and foster carers as well as managing the daily operations of the Centre.

You’ll seek to engage with the local community to drive interest and increase awareness, while also exploring the possibilities of our services and developing creative solutions to the challenges we face.

Your role will also involve:

- Supporting and developing your team
- Delivering fantastic customer service
- Developing existing services

About You

To join us as the Rehoming Centre Manager, you will need:

- Demonstrable experience of managing and leading a team in a pet rehoming environment
- Demonstrable experience of pet assessment, handling and husbandry
- Experience of managing Health and Safety, including risk assessments and COSHH
- Experience of delivering high standards of customer care
- A full, valid driving licence
- At a minimum, a GCSE level qualification in English and Mathematics (or equivalent)

Ideally, you will have experience of managing income and expenditure budgets, but this is not essential. The ability to develop and deliver operational strategy would be beneficial, as would experience of managing volunteers. A recognised management qualification would also be beneficial.

Other organisations may call this role Centre Manager, Rehoming Manager, Rehoming Service Manager, Animal Service Manager, Vet Practice Manager, Veterinary Care Manager, Animal Centre Manager, Animal Care Manager, or Supporter Engagement Manager.

This is a full-time role, working 42 hours per week on a rota basis, including weekends and Bank Holidays.

The closing date for this role is the 20th March 2020. Interviews are scheduled for the 27th March 2020, with shortlisted candidates being invited back to attend an assessment centre on 7th April 2020.

Grade: 3.1

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. For more information on this role, please select the apply button to read the full job description.

Webrecruit and Blue Cross are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.

So, if you’re looking for a rewarding role as a Rehoming Centre Manager, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.

This highly respected membership organisation are looking for a Policy Officer to join their team on a 12 month FTC.

Within this role you can look forward to expanding the policy and public affairs activities for the organisation within the North of England

Based remotely (ideally near Manchester, Liverpool or Leeds but not essential), you will play a key role in the expansion of the team to seize opportunities to improve awareness of the subject matter with policy makers and stakeholders in the North of England

You will be developing opportunities for engagement and influencing with policy makers and mayoralties in the North of England and represent the organisation in the public domain by organising and attending meetings with key stakeholders to highlight and discuss key issues.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have experience within a policy/public affairs role
• Have a strong knowledge of policy and political influencing on a local level (ideally the North of England)
• Strong stakeholder engagement ability
• Have a strong writing ability

Please note that applications are being accepted on a rolling basis

Job Title: Retail Team Leader

No of Posts: x 1

Salary: £ 20,772.00

Status: Substantive  

Hours: 37.5 hours per week over 5 days , including occasional weekend work to support Saturday opening

Holidays: 22 Days plus Bank Holidays pro rata

Based at: Charity Retail sites across Wigan and Leigh

Responsible to: The Re-use and Retail Manager

Accountable to: Queen’s Hall Action on Poverty Trustees

To Apply: Please upload a CV and Covering letter outlining why you would be an asset to our charity.

 Please apply early as this vacancy will be closed as soon as sufficient applicants have been received

Closing Date:  12 Noon Monday 23rd March 2020

Interviews: Interviews will where possible include a short working shift at one of the retail shops, which will be recompensed.

SUMMARY

The Brick is a charity with big aspirations and its local community at the heart of everything it does. As a result, The Brick follows a strategy and approach focusing on personal development by following The 3 R’s. The 3 R’s are: Relief, meeting felt needs, Restoration, equipping people for self-sustaining, independent living, and Reformation, speaking out and acting against social injustice.

JOB PURPOSE 

We currently have three unique retail sites, with their own characters and USPs. We are looking for a Retail Team Leader to work across two of those sites, working to support our longest standing shop while establishing our newest as a creative high street store. You will work closely with the Retail and Reuse Manager and Shop Manager to provide direction and support to The Brick’s retail shops, ensuring that company policies are implemented and that sales and profit are maximised.

The ideal candidate will be an ambassador and advocate for the mission and values of The Brick and thereby to promote and raise the profile of the Charity.

WE WANT TO:

• Get everyone engaged with The Brick charity – shops are our high street window onto the work we do across the borough with people in hardship, poverty and those transitioning through homelessness.
• Get everyone to work consistently and positively across our retail sites
• Shape the experience of our newest assistants and volunteers into becoming a creative, reliable, effective and productive shop team
• Build our income, donation streams and gift aid take up while making our shops a welcoming space for all our welfare referrals and anyone in need of support

ABOUT YOU

• You have to be an awesome communicator. You’ll be working with people that have no work experience, and some people that have loads. You’ll be working with strong characters, and those that are easily influenced. You’ll need to balance supporting vulnerable people with making money.
• You will need retail experience, ideally in the charity sector, but don’t be set in your ways as you will need to be open to trying new things.
• You have to be friendly, and be able to take a difficult day without breaking. You’ll have to be hands on, as there is no such thing as ‘it’s not my job’ at The Brick.
• You’ll have to be self-motivated, and passionate about making a shop space into a community focal point
• You’ll love re-using stuff. We don’t throw things away, and don’t like spending our limited budgets on stuff that we could upcycle, repurpose or use again.

The Brick is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace, which attracts all candidates and signals our commitment to celebrate and promote diversity. This includes not discriminating under the Equality Act 2010 and building an accurate picture of the make-up of our workforce.

We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and support or staff from different backgrounds

Teaching Assistants / Learning Support Assistants (SEN School / College)

Cheadle Hulme, Stockport

£14,565 - £15,661 per annum

Permanent - Term Time

Our client is recruiting for talented Teaching Assistants and Learning Support Assistants for their outstanding (Ofsted) School and SEN College who want to make a real difference! 

The age range of our pupils is 2 – 25 years old. Experience in a Teaching Assistant or Learning support role in an SEN environment with children with complex needs is preferred but not essential. If you are passionate about providing learning and support, have the right attitude and share their values, then they’d like to hear from you!

These are term time permanent roles and will involve providing daily learning, personal care and one to one support for their pupils inside the classroom and on site. Hours of work are Monday to Friday 8.30am – 4pm (35 hours per week) 

Some students may present challenging behaviour, so similar experience is advantageous but not essential, although all candidates should be comfortable working in this type of environment.

These are physically demanding roles with a requirement to keep up with the active students who like to run, push wheelchairs, use the adapted bikes and go in the swimming pool.

Their benefits

Pension scheme, on site gym, online retail and leisure discounts, doggy day care /grooming, employee assistance programme, cycle to work scheme, childcare vouchers, and free parking!

They have performance related pay reviews and offer good career development and training opportunities.

About the Charity

Our client runs an outstanding (Ofsted) special School, and a Specialist College with 17 on-site residential homes for children and young people with complex learning disabilities, physical disabilities and multisensory impairments.

They provide an excellent care environment that is safeguarded and committed to promoting learning, respect and independence, as well as dignity for all of their children and young adults.

This charity is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of their safer recruitment policy, successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check (no cost) and full references will be taken.

They value their employees and recognise the need to recruit, retain and develop highly skilled and committed talent who share their vision and values!

They value diversity and are committed to equal opportunities. Disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria on the person specification will be guaranteed an interview.