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Location: Onsite at 47 Chalk Farm Road, NW1 8AJ (Thursday & Friday), and online (majority of Mondays)
Reports to: Luminary Senior Programme Manager
Hours: 20 hours per week- Monday (1pm-5pm), Thursday (9am-5pm) and Friday (9am-5pm) with 30-minute paid lunch. There will be occasions where evenings or weekends are required, but these are not often
Contract: Permanent. Term-time only contract (working 39 weeks per year)
Who we are
We are a women-led charity offering a bold, innovative response to the needs of women in London who face multiple disadvantage, including gender-based violence. We use baking as a tool to guide women on a journey towards empowerment, employability and independence.
Who we are looking for
***The training and supervision elements of this role include a Genuine Occupational Requirement that the post holder is female, as permitted under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010. This requirement reflects the needs of the women we serve, many of whom are survivors of gender-based violence and disadvantage.
We’re looking for a professional baker with experience teaching cake, bread, and pastry classes to join our team. The role will involve teaching two cohorts of 7 trainees each week, facilitating their learning in baking, food hygiene standards, and professionalism for the working world as part of Luminary’s Employability and Independence Programme.
The programme sets high standards of professionalism and expectation alongside holistic support in a trauma-informed environment. It is essential that you are personable, approachable and able to adapt your teaching style to each individual's needs. We are looking for someone who shares our vision of supporting women, and experience working with this demographic is helpful.
Key Job Responsibilities:
Teaching
● Teaching the baking and food hygiene elements of the Luminary training curriculum to a high standard
● Taking responsibility for trainee learning and skill development – in collaboration with the Training Coordinator and Teaching Assistant
● Managing expectations, behaviour and dynamics of the training cohort in a trauma- informed way.
● Maintaining a professional & focused learning environment at all times, with an end goal of employability
● Facilitating community amongst women on the programme, investing in each woman as a whole individual and supporting them to build confidence
● Running interventions for women who are struggling in the group or with the learning
● Tracking & documenting trainee progress in order to evaluate services and support fundraising proposals
● Delegating appropriate jobs to the Teaching Assistant and upskilling them to cover teaching sessions when needed
● Responsible for facilitating the learning of Level 2 Food Safety and Hygiene course and supporting trainees to complete their online qualification
● Keeping the training kitchen clean to a professional standard and having high
expectations of cleanliness and food hygiene practices from the trainees to prepare
them for a real working environment
● Ensuring a trauma-informed approach to training and championing our trainees at all times.
Programme and Training Management
● Liaising with the second Baking Teacher to coordinate and arrange external masterclass teachers and extra curricular opportunities
● Coordinating with the second Baking Teacher to ensure that all baking ingredients, lunch and equipment are ordered for the week according to the set budget
● Ensuring all recipes are documented according to set guidelines
● Responsible for ensuring Health & Safety standards are followed at all times within the training kitchen
● Following & implementing Luminary Safeguarding Procedures
● Working closely with the Training and Progression Support Team to ensure targets are met, and implementing reflective practice to ensure trainees are receiving the best support and opportunities possible
Other
● Taking part in the appropriate training for the role as suggested by your line manager
● Supporting with coordinating Bake Along sessions for corporate and private clients to raise money for Luminary Ltd
● Support with graduation events (one evening once or twice per year)
● Fulfilling any appropriate roles assigned by your line manager, for example: assisting with trainee recruitment, monitoring and evaluation, and speaking publicly to raise awareness and secure funding.
Job Requirements and Abilities
Necessary:
● Highly skilled professional baker competent in bread, pastry and cakes
● Skilled and experienced in teaching others how to bake in a group setting
● Confident in managing a classroom setting and skilled at managing complex interpersonal dynamics whilst championing the principles of trauma-informed practice
● Copes well in a fast-paced environment with the ability to adapt well to changing priorities
● Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken
● Personable and patient
● Motivated and proactive with the ability to multitask and manage competing demands
● A champion of Luminary’s organisational values of hope, empowerment, collaboration and empathy, with the ability to embody these in the learning environment
● Supportive of the Luminary Faith Policy, championing the role that faith can play in women’s recovery
● It is a requirement of this job role that the applicant is female under the Equality Act 2010.
● Confident in using IT systems, including Google Suite, Slack, Airtable
Desirable:
● Educated to Patisserie Level 3 or higher
● Adult teaching qualification (College or Further Education)
● Experience in a charity or social enterprise
● Experienced in working with women and/or girls from disadvantaged backgrounds
● Experience of facilitating learning for those with additional learning needs or ESOL
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Salary: £25,624 - £27,696 per annum (pro rata)
Hours: 21 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent
Yorkshire Wildlife Trust is one of the UK’s fastest growing nature conservation organisations and seeks to appoint an Events Officer to help us plan, co-ordinate and deliver our year-round programme of innovative public events, community experiences and digital engagement opportunities.
You will plan, promote and deliver a high-quality commercial events programme (ranging from regular guided walks to major events and large-scale festivals) that raises awareness of Yorkshire Wildlife Trust, drives footfall to some of our key nature reserves and generates vital income to support our work for wildlife. You’ll monitor and evaluate engagement activities to ensure we consistently deliver impactful, financially sustainable experiences; nurture a team of volunteers to enhance visitor engagement; collaborate with operational teams to craft exciting wildlife-watching opportunities; and build relationships with new and existing partners and suppliers to diversify and strengthen our offer.
We’re looking for a creative individual who is passionate about wildlife, community engagement and delivering high-quality visitor experiences. You’ll need to have experience of designing and delivering outdoor public events, strong volunteer management skills, and the ability to build great relationships with new and existing partners and suppliers. You will also need a solid understanding of health and safety and data protection, the digital skills necessary to create compelling social media content and manage online booking systems, and the ability to present technical information in engaging ways to bring our conservation work to life for our different audiences. Highly organised and very flexible, you’ll be confident working independently and as part of multidisciplinary teams. A full UK driving licence, a willingness to travel, and an Enhanced DBS check are essential.
How to Apply
Please submit an up-to-date CV and supporting statement. When writing your supporting statement, please ensure you describe your relevant knowledge, skills and experience aligned to the Person Specification within the Job Description. Please be aware that if you only submit a CV, your application will not be considered.
Please DO NOT include any personal details (name, address etc) on your supporting statement.
Closing date: Sunday the 18th January at midnight
Interview date: Friday 6th February at 1 St. Georges Place, York
Please note that applications received after the closing deadline may not be considered. The Trust regrets that it is unable to give feedback on unsuccessful applications.
We are committed to creating a Movement that recognises and truly values individual differences and identities. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone is able to be themselves and to reach their full potential. We want our people to flourish, just like nature.
REF-225 777
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What could you achieve if you led a national sales team where every partnership directly fuels positive change in education?
TPP Recruitment is partnering with the workforce development body for the Further Education and Training sector to appoint an Associate Director of Sales. This is a pivotal position: you’ll set direction and lead from the front with senior customers.
Salary: £75,150-79,100 per annum, depending on experience
Employment type: Permanent
Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week
Working arrangements: Hybrid with national travel; typically, around three days per week with customers/prospects or in the office (London), with flexibility required
Start date: ASAP
About the Organisation
Every day, educators and leaders across the Further Education (FE) and Skills sector inspire curiosity, drive progress and empower learners to achieve their potential. This organisation is here to champion the vital role of the FE and Skills workforce. Working in partnership, they drive professionalism by setting the professional standards for the quality of teaching and leadership across the sector. The organisation provides educators with a pathway of professional development throughout their careers, champions inclusion and enables sector change for a thriving FE and Skills sector. Together, they are transforming lives and opportunities for learners aged 14 and above.
About the Role
As Associate Director of Sales, you will lead regional and central teams that generate income through membership subscriptions and associated services, building long-term, solution-led partnerships with colleges, training providers, and adult education organisations. You’ll be outward-facing, developing senior relationships with Principals, Vice Principals and HR/People Directors, while coaching your team, improving sales operations, and enhancing the customer experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the B2B sales strategy to grow partnership, leadership development and learning offers
- Personally manage senior, high-value relationships and open doors at executive level
- Model consultative, solution-led selling; tell compelling stories that bring value to life
- Align sales activity with marketing and product to deliver a seamless customer journey
- Strengthen customer success and regional engagement to ensure measurable impact and renewals
- Mature sales operations (pipeline, forecasting, performance reviews and dashboards)
- Embed effective use of customer relationship management systems and data insight
- Lead, coach and mentor a small, high-performing sales and customer success team
Skills / Experience Required
- Senior leadership experience in B2B sales, partnerships, or commercial development, ideally within the education, learning, or professional membership sector
- Deep understanding of the Further Education and skills landscape, including workforce challenges and sector priorities
- Demonstrable success in consultative, solution-based selling to senior leaders in colleges, training providers, or adult education organisations
- Experience designing and delivering people-focused solutions such as membership, CPD, or leadership development offers
- Proven ability to build and lead high-performing sales teams, with a collaborative and coaching approach
- Skilled in pipeline management, forecasting, and performance accountability, with strong CRM and data insight capabilities
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, able to engage credibly with education sector stakeholders
- Motivated by social purpose and sector impact; outward-facing and relationship-driven
Interview Process
- Screening and informal chats (pre-Christmas) coordinated by TPP Recruitment
- Final interviews mid-January 2026 (in-person) with senior leaders at the organisation
- Assessment task included in the invitation to interview
To Apply
- Supporting statement (no more than 2 pages)
- CV
N.B. Thoughtful use of AI tools is acceptable; we also want to understand your voice, strengths and judgement through your statement.
Deadline
- Applications will be reviewed on receipt
- Early applications (before Christmas) are encouraged to secure January interview slots.
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
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Using Anonymous Recruitment
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Join us and help create opportunities that change young lives.
Career Ready is a UK-wide social mobility charity, working to empower young people with the skills, confidence, and networks they need to succeed. We’re looking for a proactive and strategic Corporate New Business Development Lead to drive growth in our corporate and partnerships income, unlocking innovative collaborations that deliver real impact.
In this pivotal role, you’ll identify and secure high-value corporate partnerships, craft compelling proposals, and lead pitches to senior decision-makers. You’ll work closely with colleagues across Communications, Programmes, and Operations to create multi-year partnerships that combine funding, programme support, and brand alignment—helping us reach more young people than ever before. The role is home-based, but you’ll have opportunities to travel across the UK (primarily London, Manchester, and Edinburgh) for meetings, events, and networking opportunities (expenses covered), giving you variety and the chance to build relationships face-to-face.
We’re seeking someone with a proven track record of winning significant corporate partnerships (five-figure or ideally six-figure), excellent communication and influencing skills, and a strong understanding of CSR/ESG trends. If you’re entrepreneurial, creative, and thrive on building relationships from scratch, we’d love to hear from you.
For full information view our candidate pack, which is available when you click on Apply.
Closing date for applications: 9am on Monday 12 January 2026
First stage interviews: expected to take place w/c 19 January 2026
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Do you have a passion for organising workers? The ITF is seeking a Regional Organiser to deliver high-impact organising programmes.
About the Role
As Regional Organiser, you will play a hands-on role supporting organising projects, campaigns and capacity-building initiatives with affiliates across the Asia Pacific region.
You will work directly with organisers, union leaders and workers to support membership growth, workplace mapping, planning and delivering campaigns, and strengthening union structures at workplace and sectoral levels.
This role offers a mix of strategic thinking and field-level involvement, requiring initiative, resilience and a commitment to worker empowerment.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting affiliates in planning and delivering campaigns.
- Conducting research to inform strategy.
- Supporting membership expansion initiatives
- Facilitating training sessions for organisers and leaders.
- Conducting site visits and capacity-building activities.
- Supporting cross-border cooperation.
- Developing campaign materials and reports.
- Monitoring and evaluating organising outcomes.
- Building relationships with affiliates and organisers.
About You
You are a motivated and committed organiser who understands how to build worker power and support affiliates in achieving sustainable organising outcomes.
You engage comfortably with workers in diverse environments, facilitate discussions, gather insights and support activists to develop skills and confidence.
You bring strong communication skills, cultural awareness and the ability to adapt your approach to different contexts.
- Experience in union organising or campaigns.
- Strong communication and facilitation skills.
- Ability to build relationships across stakeholders.
- Experience delivering training or workshops.
- Ability to analyse workplace or sectoral information.
- Strong administrative and reporting skills.
- Willingness to travel and work flexibly.
- Experience supporting workplace leader development programmes.
Why Join Us?
This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to building stronger unions and improving working conditions across the Asia Pacific region.
You will gain exposure to organising across multiple countries and sectors and work with committed colleagues and affiliates.
The ITF’s values-driven culture offers opportunities for professional growth, global collaboration and involvement in impactful campaigns.
Non Charity Employer
101 - 500
Every day transport workers keep the world moving – connecting millions of people across our cities and countries
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Make a difference every day with PDSA
About Us
Join us to help keep even more people and pets together when times are tough. For over a century, PDSA have provided vital veterinary care for the pets of people in financial hardship.
We’re now on a journey to expand our reach to support even more people and their beloved pets. To achieve this ambitious goal, we need passionate and driven individuals who are ready to embrace change and help shape a future-focused PDSA. Together, we'll build a stronger organisation to ensure our services help those who need us most for the next hundred years.
If you're ready to make a real difference and be part of a team that's creating positive change, we want you to join us. Let's build a brighter future for pets and their owners, together.
About you
We’re looking for a Veterinary Surgeon Team Leader to join our team at Glasgow Shamrock Street Pet Hospital. You’ll hold clinical governance responsibility for the hospital and lead the Veterinary Surgeon team to deliver an efficient, professional and caring service to pets and owners in the local community.
This role will particularly suit a vet who enjoys a surgically biased caseload and who takes a medical, pragmatic approach to decision-making, focusing on evidence-based options and the best plan for each pet and owner. You’ll have the space and support to develop surgical leadership while working alongside a team that values clear plans, good communication and practical medicine.
You’ll be responsible for all aspects of team leadership, including recruitment, selection, coaching and development. You’ll be confident communicating with a wide range of clients, enjoy working collaboratively, and be committed to sharing skills and leading by example to develop others across clinical practice.
Work pattern & rota
We recognise the importance of work–life balance and have a rota designed to support it:
- 4 days clinical duties per week
- 1 day per week off-rotas, protected for team administration/leadership time
- 1 weekend in every 8 weekends (planned well in advance) to allow you to organise life outside work with confidence
- Weekend working can be a full weekend, or flexible split options can be discussed
- We look after our people. Weekend working is supported with stand-down time in the week, and if clinical emergencies keep you late, you’ll get time back in lieu, something our teams really value.
About the hospital
Glasgow Shamrock Street is a highly collaborative, effective hospital, a great place for teamwork, case discussion and shared learning. Our teams have varied clinical interests, giving you access to a wide pool of knowledge and experience when discussing cases and treatment plans.
Our Pet Hospitals are modern and well-equipped and include separate dog and cat kennelling facilities, in-house radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, piped gases and extensive orthopaedic equipment.
Rewards, support and benefits
We’re really passionate about being a great place to work, somewhere people feel proud of what they do, connected to a meaningful purpose, and able to make a genuine difference every day. Our teams are collaborative and supportive, and we encourage everyone to bring their ideas, individuality and passion for pets to work with them.
As well as a rewarding role and a positive, people-focused culture, we also offer a wide range of benefits, including:
- Flexible working options to support your work–life balance and individual circumstances.
- CPD allowance of one week and £1,000 per year for development.
- Payment of your full RCVS fees, so you’re never out of pocket.
- Extensive internal CPD programmes plus discounts for BSAVA Congress and London Vet Show.
- 25 days’ holiday plus Bank Holidays, with option to buy or sell an extra five days.
- Three paid special days off: Volunteering Day, Celebration Day and Wellbeing Day annually.
- Generous pension options, with PDSA contributions starting at 5% and rising to 10%.
- Life assurance providing four times your annual salary for added peace of mind.
- AXA Health Employee Assistance Programme, 24/7 wellbeing support and private medical cover included.
- Retail, holiday and lifestyle discounts available through our staff Fetch benefits platform.
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave to support you and your family.
- 15% discount on PDSA Pet Insurance plus access to staff veterinary services.
To apply for this role, click Apply Now at the top of the page, create a candidate account and complete our simple application form.
PDSA is committed to embedding a culture of diversity and inclusion within our teams that reflect the communities we serve. We aim to create a working environment in which all individuals are able to make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies and opportunities for flexible working arrangements to support team members from different backgrounds.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding accessibility, please contact us and we will be happy to discuss via email or telephone reasonable adjustments that you may require throughout the recruitment process.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, adults at risk and all our colleagues and expect everyone who works for us to also share this commitment and to treat people with courtesy and respect.
To support this commitment, our recruitment & selection processes are robust and rigorous. All appointments will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate background checks.
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Salary: £28,639.85 per annum, pro-rated
Location: Remote, homeworking
Contract: Permanent, part time working 24 hours per week over 4-5 days, occasional travel to London 2-3 times a year may also be required.
Closing Date: Monday 5th January 2026. Please note we will not be shortlisting until after the vacancy is closed.
Please note this role is being advertised as a Retail Team Administrator, however on appointment your job title will be Shop Support Team Administrator.
Do you understand administrative support processes and good practice with a real desire to develop as part of an inclusive and supportive team at one of Britain’s leading housing charities? If so, then join Shelter as an Administrator in our Shop Support Team and you could soon be fulfilling your ambition and contribute towards our fight for home.
About the Role
The role will involve providing essential day-to-day support to our Shops and Retail function, acting as the first point of contact for staff, customers and supporters. A key part of your role will be managing the shop supplies order process, including price checking and placing orders to ensure our shops have what they need to operate smoothly.
It will also involve supporting a range of finance and new goods admin tasks including processing invoices, raising product codes and assisting with stock takes. You’ll play a vital role in ensuring our retail operations run efficiently, with coordinating supplies and signage for our new shop openings, maintaining till number records, updating spreadsheets and managing our online shop handbook.
About you
To succeed, you’ll need a background in admin, excellent communication and time management skills and a proven ability to work across a range of tasks simultaneously while maintaining strong attention to detail. You’ll also need a proactive approach, lots of initiative and a flair for solving problems, completing tasks and overcoming obstacles. The ability to respond quickly and positively to change is important too, as is a willingness to challenge the status quo and introduce new ideas, methods or processes where appropriate. Commercially aware, customer focused and happy to work collaboratively for the good of a business, it goes without saying that you’re proficient using Microsoft Office applications such as Word and Excel, SharePoint, Outlook and the internet.
Apply to be part of our team and be the change you want to see in society.
How to Apply
Please click ‘Apply for Job’ below. You are required to submit a CV and a supporting statement. Please provide specific examples of how you meet the criteria in the 'About you' section of this advert, following the STAR format, and ensure you demonstrate how you address the behaviours below throughout your responses:
- We prioritise diversity and have an inclusive and open mindset
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme.
Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We’re here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own.
To find out more about the role and the benefits of working for Shelter please visit our website. Apply to be part of our team and be the change you want to see in society.
Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies.
We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit.
Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Chief Executive Officer
Salary: £49, 282 - £54,495 per annum
Location: Gorse Hill Studios, Trafford, Manchester (Some remote working will be considered)
Contract Type: Full time, permanent
About Gorse Hill Studios
Gorse Hill Studios is a dynamic and ambitious youth and community arts charity. At the heart of our organisation is a belief that all young people deserve to feel valued, supported and inspired. We work with young people to build confidence, creativity and community connections, ensuring they have the opportunities and encouragement they need to thrive.
We believe that creativity can transform lives, and we are committed to placing young people at the centre of everything we do. Their voices, ideas and experiences help shape our programmes, partnerships and strategic direction.
We are entering an exciting phase of growth and development. Our team currently includes 20 core staff and a wider network of volunteers and creative practitioners, delivering a diverse portfolio of youth arts sessions, community engagement projects, creative wellbeing initiatives and partnership-led activity with local schools and organisations. The CEO will play a pivotal role in leading this portfolio, strengthening our impact, championing youth voice and ensuring young people continue to shape our future direction as we move into the next chapter of our development.
About the Role
As CEO, you will provide strategic, compassionate and visionary leadership, ensuring Gorse Hill Studios delivers its mission to empower and inspire young people. Reporting to the Board of Trustees, you will hold overall responsibility for the organisation’s performance, culture, operations and long-term sustainability. This role calls for someone who demonstrates strong strategic insight with the ability to influence and inspire others, using emotional intelligence and collaborative leadership to build positive internal and external relationships.
A fundamental part of this role is your commitment to embedding young people’s voice in decision making. You will champion their perspectives, ensuring programme development, strategy and organisational culture reflect the needs and aspirations of the young people we serve.
You will also be an ambassador for the charity, building trusted relationships with young people, partners, funders and the wider community. This role requires a leader who is values led, resilient and passionate about supporting young people through the arts and creative engagement.
Roles and Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership and Governance
- Lead on the development and delivery of the charity’s long-term strategy, with young people meaningfully involved
- Ensure compliance with all statutory, regulatory and governance requirements, including Charity Commission expectations and safeguarding duties
- Provide clear, timely reporting to the Board
- Support the Board to operate effectively
Financial Management and Income Generation
- Oversee budgeting, financial planning and responsible management of all funds
- Lead a diverse income generation strategy
- Identify sustainable opportunities for organisational growth
Operational Management and Programme Delivery
- Oversee day to day operations and ensure systems are effective
- Ensure programmes are high quality, inclusive and reflective of young people’s needs and feedback
- Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead, or ensure robust safeguarding practices across the organisation
People Leadership and Culture
- Inspire, support and lead a dedicated staff and volunteer team
- Champion a positive, inclusive and collaborative working culture
- Oversee recruitment, wellbeing and performance management
External Relations and Advocacy
- Act as the primary spokesperson and ambassador for Gorse Hill Studios
- Build strong relationships with partners, funders and stakeholders
- Advocate for and with young people locally and nationally
- Represent the charity confidently at events and in the media
Skills and Experience
Essential:
- Senior leadership experience in the charity, youth, arts or wider non-profit sector
- Strong financial management skills
- Proven success in fundraising or income generation
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement
- Knowledge of safeguarding practices in youth settings
- Experience leading teams and developing positive organisational cultures
- Strategic leadership experience
Desirable
- Experience in the youth arts or creative community sector
- Understanding of the Trafford community landscape
Values and Commitment
We are committed to promoting equity, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from individuals who share these values and are passionate about empowering young people.
An enhanced DBS check will be required.
Application Details
To apply, please submit your CV and covering letter.
Closing date: 19 January
Interview date: 23 January at Gorse Hill Studios
Interviews will include a stakeholder panel and a formal interview.
REF-225 658
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Senior Practice and Research Development Officer (Adults)
Salary £32,684 per annum, actual for 0.8 FTE (£40,855 per annum FTE)
Contract: Fixed term for 18 months, with the potential to extend
Hours: Part-Time 28 hours per week (0.8 FTE)
Location: Hybrid working from Devon TQ12 or Sheffield S1 Office. Home based within UK for the right candidate.
The Vacancy
For over 60 years the National Children’s Bureau (NCB) has been building a better childhood for all.
Research in Practice has supported evidence-informed practice in adult social care for twenty years and for almost thirty years in the children and families’ sector. We are now seeking a Senior Practice and Research Development Officer to join our adult’s team.
This senior role is ideal for someone with excellent facilitation skills and substantial experience in adult social care or related sectors. While the position requires engagement with and understanding of research it is not a primary research role.
The successful candidate will have experience designing and delivering resources, workshops, webinars, and events for a range of audiences, including senior leaders. The role requires a strong understanding of research, policy, ethical and legal frameworks relevant to practice and the ability to translate complex evidence into accessible learning. Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills are essential.
The post holder will lead a small team of committed Research and Development Officers developing and delivering high-quality learning resources in various formats.
The role involves:
- having substantial experience in adult social care or related sectors
- presenting, chairing, and facilitating a range of sector-wide discussions, workshops, webinars and other learning events,
- supporting the team to develop their facilitation skills,
- scoping, commissioning, writing and editing, event materials and written resources, and supporting the team with this,
- quality assuring learning programme materials and written resources.
About Research in Practice
Research in Practice is part of the National Children’s Bureau (NCB) family. For over 60 years, the NCB has been building a better childhood for all.
Research in Practice works with organisations across adults’ and children’s social care, health, criminal justice, and higher education, supporting evidence-informed approaches to improve policy, services, and outcomes for people of all ages. By bringing together research evidence, practice wisdom, and lived experience, we collaborate with professionals and experts to develop tailored resources, learning opportunities, and specialist support that meet the needs of our partners.
About NCB
For more than 60 years, the National Children’s Bureau has championed the rights and amplified the voice of children and young people in the UK. We interrogate policy and uncover evidence, blending in lived and learnt experience to shape future legislation and develop more effective ways of supporting children and families.
Bringing people and organisations together is fundamental to how we improve the systems that babies, children, young people and their families rely on to thrive. We push boundaries, even looking beyond childhood itself to consider transitions into adulthood and the impact of childhood issues on an entire lifespan. We are united for better childhoods and brighter futures.
The Benefits
- 30 Days Annual Leave
- Winter Holiday Closure & Break
- Generous Pension Scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Flexible Working
- Employee Assistance Programme
Applications close at 08:00am on Wednesday 14th January 2026.
Successful applicants will be notified by Thursday 22nd January 2026 and invited to interview. Assessment and interviews to be conducted on Tuesday 27th January 2026.
Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications as soon as possible.
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
We are actively seeking to broaden the diversity of our staff group and warmly welcome applications from candidates underrepresented in the charity sector, including those from Black and Global Majority communities, disabled people, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people with lived experience of the issues NCB works on.
No agencies please.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Contract type: Full time, Permanent
Salary: £31,242 per annum (+£5000, London area weighting if applicable)
Hours: 40 hours per week
Location: Hybrid, with regular travel to our Devonshire Square London office.
About the Role
Nacro is looking for a Policy & Public Affairs Officer – Young People to support the delivery of our influencing strategy. This role will focus on developing Nacro’s policy positions on issues affecting young people and delivering proactive and reactive public affairs activity to influence decision-makers.
Working closely with the Head of Policy & Public Affairs and colleagues across the organisation, you will help ensure that the voices and experiences of young people inform policy development and public debate.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyse the political and policy environment relating to young people’s issues to identify opportunities for influence.
- Develop evidence-based policy positions, working with service users, frontline staff and research colleagues.
- Draft policy briefings, reports and responses to government consultations.
- Develop and deliver public affairs plans aligned to Nacro’s influencing objectives.
- Identify, build and maintain effective relationships with parliamentarians, government officials and regional decision-makers.
- Represent Nacro at external events, including APPGs, parliamentary events and meetings with MPs.
- Produce parliamentary briefings and contribute to legislative scrutiny as required.
- Organise and support parliamentary and stakeholder events that advance influencing objectives.
- Build strong working relationships with sector partners and external organisations.
- Act as the internal point of contact for expertise on young people’s policy.
- Provide content for media comment, blogs and wider external communications.
- Prepare briefings for the Head of Policy & Public Affairs, Director of Engagement & Impact and the CEO.
- Support wider campaigning and influencing work across the organisation as required.
Skills and Experience
- Significant knowledge of policy issues affecting young people.
- Strong understanding of Westminster, Whitehall and political processes.
- Experience of designing and delivering public affairs activity.
- Proven experience of influencing decision-makers and working with parliamentarians.
- Experience of building and maintaining productive external relationships.
- Strong experience of writing policy papers, briefings and campaign materials.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- High level of political awareness and sound judgement.
Our Expectations
You will take ownership of your learning and development, always promote Nacro positively, and work collaboratively as part of an integrated team. You will adhere to safeguarding, data protection, health and safety, equality and diversity policies, and demonstrate professional behaviours aligned with Nacro’s values.
Why Join Nacro?
We believe that everyone deserves a good education, a safe and secure place to live, the right to be heard, and the chance to start again, with support from someone on their side.
That’s why our housing, education, justice, and health and wellbeing services work alongside people to give them the support and skills they need to succeed. And it’s why we fight for their voices to be heard and campaign together to create lasting change.
We see your future, whatever the past.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about influencing policy and improving outcomes for young people, we welcome your application. Please submit your application
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Closing date: 07 January 2026 at 9am
Are you a motivated, creative, and supportive individual with experience of delivering training to adults facing disadvantage? Do you have a passion for empowering people with lived experience of the Criminal Justice System to build skills, develop confidence, and progress into meaningful opportunities?
If so, St Giles is looking for a Trainer to deliver our assured Learning to Advise course across North Yorkshire, ensuring learners receive high-quality, trauma-informed, and person-centred support as they work towards accreditation and future placements.
About St Giles Trust
An ambitious, well-established charity that helps people facing adversity to find jobs, homes and the right support they need. Central to our ethos is our belief that people with first-hand experience of successfully overcoming issues such as an offending background, homelessness, addictions and gang involvement, hold the key to positive change in others.
In North Yorkshire, our Personal Wellbeing team works alongside Inspire North and other partners to provide training, volunteering opportunities, and tailored support for individuals with Criminal Justice lived experience. We equip people with practical skills, guidance, and the confidence to progress into volunteering, education, and employment.
About this exciting opportunity
As a Trainer, you will deliver the Learning to Advise course to individuals with criminal justice lived experience, providing high-quality, engaging training sessions that support learners to achieve certification and move into further opportunities.
Your role will include:
- Conducting interviews, learning assessments, and risk assessments with all applicants.
- Delivering training in line with project requirements and quality standards.
- Supporting learners to create and regularly review personalised learning plans.
- Providing one-to-one support to peer advisors and volunteers where needed.
- Working closely with Inspire North to coordinate volunteer placements and maintain excellent partnership relationships.
- Promoting inclusive, anti-discriminatory, and trauma-informed practice in all aspects of your work.
What we are looking for
- Experience of delivering training to adults facing disadvantage.
- Understanding of the barriers faced by people involved in the Criminal Justice System and how these can be overcome.
- Ability to support, motivate, and empower people with multiple and complex needs.
- Creative approach to planning and delivering learning activities.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a wider training team.
- Strong IT, communication, and organisational skills.
- Commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion, and anti-discriminatory practice.
Please note this role requires an Enhanced Adults DBS check.
In return, you can expect a competitive salary, generous leave allowance, staff pension, flexible working, a mentoring programme, an advice and counselling service, clinical therapist sessions, life insurance (4 x annual salary), duvet days, season ticket loan, employee perks programme, eye care voucher and much more.
We are an equity and inclusion confident employer. We welcome all applications, and we particularly encourage applications from people of the global majority (black, brown, multi- heritage ) and those who identify as disabled, neuroexpansive, neurodiverse, with any protected characteristics and/or social barriers or challenges. We value the empowering and informative impact that all lived experiences and diversity of thought can offer the organisation.
St Giles will guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria set out in the Job Description for the vacancy.
Closing date: 07 January 2026 at 9am. Interview date: 16 January 202
Registered Charity
501 - 1000
We help people held back by poverty, unemployment, the criminal justice system, homelessness, exploitation and abuse to build a positive future.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
About the role
The Housing Programme Senior Officer will lead the delivery of NZF’s Housing Partnerships Programme (HPP) pilot, supporting Muslims facing housing insecurity across the UK. This role combines programme coordination with frontline grant administration, ensuring housing support is delivered with care, efficiency and Sharia compliance.
You will manage housing partnerships, oversee reporting and budgets, and provide direct support to applicants. You’ll also help demonstrate the real impact of Zakat through a partnership-based housing support model.
Key responsibilities
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Manage day-to-day delivery of the HPP pilot and ensure milestones are met
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Assess applications and issue Zakat-compliant housing grants
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Provide empathetic, non-judgemental support to applicants
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Manage relationships with housing partners and local services
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Monitor programme data and contribute to reporting and evaluation
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Manage the pilot budget (c. £140k) and process partner invoices
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Ensure safeguarding, Sharia and data protection standards are upheld
About you
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Experience in programme coordination, casework or grants administration
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Strong organisational and communication skills
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Comfortable working with partners and supporting people in need
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Able to manage budgets, reporting and compliance requirements
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Interest in housing, homelessness or poverty-related work
Why work with NZF?
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Flexible working
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Ethical pension
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Health cash plan (Medicash)
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Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
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Days off for religious holidays
To apply: Access the full job pack and apply via our website
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Head of Marketing, Brand & Insight
Salary: up to £55,000
Location: Newark - Hybrid working with regular travel to other places of work.
Office facilities available at Newark, Nottinghamshire. Office opening days are Tuesdays to Thursdays
Full time: 35 hours per week
Permanent contract
Closing date for applications: 11 January 2026
First interview: 29 January 2026
Second interview: 5 February 2026
About Us
The Wildlife Trusts are a grassroots movement of people from a wide range of backgrounds and all walks of life, who believe that we need nature and nature needs us. We have more than 944,000 members, over 38,000 volunteers, 3,600 staff and 600 trustees. There are 46 individual Wildlife Trusts, each of which is a place-based independent charity with its own legal identity, formed by groups of people getting together and working with others to make a positive difference to wildlife and future generations, starting where they live and Work.
Every Wildlife Trust is part of The Wildlife Trusts federation and a corporate member of the Royal Society of Wildlife Trusts, a registered charity in its own right founded in 1912 and one of the founding members of IUCN – the International Union for the Conservation of Nature. Taken together this federation of 47 charities is known as The Wildlife Trusts.
The next few years will be critical in determining what kind of world we all live in. We need to urgently reverse the loss of wildlife and put nature into recovery at scale if we are to prevent climate and ecological disaster. We recognise that this will require big, bold changes in the way The Wildlife Trusts work, not least in how we mobilise others and support them to organise within their own communities.
About You
We are looking for a talented, data-savvy individual to develop and leadour national marketing team, securing more engagement and actionfrom our audiences in support of nature’s recovery. The postholder will provide strategic direction and operational leadership across The Wildlife Trusts’ audience insights programme, development of our brand framework and the delivery of our marketing and digital fundraising Plan.
We are looking for an inspiring team leader with significant experience of developing and delivering marketing strategy and with a proven track record of income generation. A seasoned analytical thinker, you will have a passion for all areas of marketing, underpinned by your expert use of audience insights and a flair for brilliant design and copy.
You will have excellent working knowledge of running scaleable acquisition strategies and have a deep understanding of developing customer or supporter journeys. You will be well-versed in cross-team working, including with PR and communications, design, social media and content creators, to ensure all marketing campaigns deliver the core brand message.
The Wildlife Trusts value passion, respect, trust, integrity, pragmatic activism and strength in diversity. Whilst we are passionate in promoting our aims, we are not judgmental and are inclusive. We particularly encourage applications from people who are underrepresented within our sector, including people from minority backgrounds and people with disabilities. We are committed to creating a movement that recognises and truly values individual differences and identities.
RSWT take our Safeguarding responsibilities extremely seriously. Please click here to read our commitment statement. The Royal Society of Wildlife Trusts is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk. For applicable roles, applicants must be willing to undergo checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service checks at the eligible level.
As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to offering an interview to anyone with a disability that meets all the essential criteria for the post. Please let us know if you require any adjustments to make our recruitment process more accessible.
RSWT are committed to increasing the diversity of its staff through its Levelling the Field recruitment pledge and will put any ethnic minority applicants that meet all the essential criteria for the post through to the next stage of recruitmen.
At RSWT, we are committed to creating a safe environment where discrimination, bullying, and harassment are not tolerated. We expect everyone to uphold, respect, and support our zero-tolerance policy.
Please be aware we may not accept applications if we have reason to believe they have been wholly produced using generative AI tools.
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Are you passionate about connecting unaffiliated people with the Love of God?
Do you have a heart for creating new ways of doing and being church so that everyone can discover and grow in relationship with God and the Methodist Church?
We are seeking a New Churches Officer to join our New Churches Team within the Mission Team. This role is central to embedding the New Places for New People strategy across the Methodist Connexion, as part of our vision to equip the Methodist Church in Britain to be a growing, evangelistic, inclusive, justice-seeking church for the 21st century.
Key Responsibilities
- Establish new ecclesial communities with people unaffiliated with religious institutions or church.
- Work collaboratively to implement the New Places for New People strategy.
- Engage with individuals and communities on the economic margins.
- Promote social justice and inclusion in all aspects of ministry.
- Support and work alongside people experiencing addiction with sensitivity and care.
About You
- Proven experience in creating and leading new church communities.
- Deep passion for evangelism and social justice.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse communities, including those on the margins.
- Strong interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity.
- Commitment to the values and mission of the Methodist Church.
- a member in good standing of a church in association with Churches Together in Britain and Ireland (CTBI) or equivalent.
This post carries an occupational requirement for the post holder to be a Christian (in accordance with the Equality Act 2010).
Join us in shaping a church that reaches out, welcomes all, and transforms lives.
Our Culture, Values and Benefits
Thank you for considering joining our inclusive and welcoming team that strives for excellence and values employee wellbeing.
We value and support all those who join our team through a positive work-life balance augmented by generous annual leave (plus an extra 3 days over Christmas/New Year), TOIL, flexi-leave and an on-site Well-being Adviser service. We offer a generous occupational pension scheme, where the Methodist Church will pay double the employee contribution up to a maximum of 16% employer contribution.
The Methodist Church is an inclusive and supportive employer. We are actively committed to encouraging applications from people of all backgrounds. We welcome applications from people of Black, Asian and other Minority Ethnic groups. We also welcome applications from people living with disabilities.
If you have questions about the vacancy or require reasonable adjustments to be made at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact HR team.
Closing date: 29 January 2026
Shortlisting date: 5 February 2026
Interview (in person) date: 18 February 2026
Registered Charity
101 - 500
The calling of the Methodist Church is to respond to the gospel of God's love in Christ and to live out its discipleship in worship and mission.
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About Us
Harris Academy Battersea is a mixed state secondary school serving a truly comprehensive community in the heart of London. We are an Ofsted ‘Outstanding' school with a track record of delivering fantastic outcomes year on year for our students. In 2023, Ofsted visited the academy and judged us as remaining ‘outstanding', commenting on our “highly ambitious curriculum”, the “exceptionally high quality of education” provided and noted that “behaviour in the school is very strong”. Nevertheless, we are extremely ambitious for our school and as we seek to continue to grow and develop, we are looking for more brilliant people to join us.
Our Academy is centred on the values of Knowledge, Integrity and Resilience and these underpin the way we work for both students and staff. Our staff are inclusive, diverse and committed to our mission: we develop aspirational young people to thrive in a changing world.
HABS offers a broad, academic and challenging curriculum founded on six key curriculum aims:
- To develop deep, long-lasting knowledge
- To develop students into accomplished readers, writers and orators
- To provide experiences within and beyond the classroom that enrich learning and ensure students can make informed choices about their futures
- To equip students to challenge injustice in all its forms
- To enable students to understand how they learn
- To support students to reflect on their choices and values to improve themselves and their community
These aims underpin all elements of our curriculum, and we see our core academic curriculum and wider personal development curriculum as intrinsically linked. All staff at the Academy contribute to the personal development of our students through their roles as tutors and through their contributions to the wider life of the academy.
A thriving school can only function with fantastic staff, and our vision is to make teaching at HABS both enjoyable and sustainable. The wellbeing of staff underpins every decision we make, and we seek to ensure that every member of staff can enjoy a work-life-balance enabling them to bring their best to work each day.
At HABS, professional growth and development is central to our mission. Our professional development motto is ‘improve, not prove' and leaders are relentlessly focussed on supporting staff in getting even better through a wide range of internal and external training opportunities.
As a part of the Harris Federation, all staff in the Academy benefit from being part of our network of more than fifty primary and secondary academies across London. Vibrant networks of subject experts meet regularly and teachers can access bespoke support from our central teams of consultants.
For more information about what we do and who we are, we encourage you to visit our website here as well as our careers page here and explore!
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Summary
We are currently looking to appoint a Home Academy Liaison Officer (HALO) to oversee educational welfare across the academy.
At Harris Academy Battsersea, you will join a dedicated team of staff supporting our excellent students. If you are looking for an opportunity to grow, inspire and develop, this may be the role for you.
The actual salary for this role will be £29,641-£30,516 (39 weeks per year, 37.5 hours per week)
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Main Areas of Responsibility
Your responsibilities will include:
- Overseeing Educational Welfare across the academy.
- Managing a caseload of ‘at risk’ students, where attendance falls below 85% and implement strategies to improve attendance
- Monitoring and improving the attendance of most vulnerable students
- Ensuring compliance with statutory duties, including reporting persistent and severe absenteeism
- Conducting home visits to engage families and address barriers to school attendance
- Maintaining accurate attendance records and preparing reports
- Representing the academy at external meetings e.g. Social Services Case Conferences, Child in Need Meetings, LAC Reviews
- Communicating effectively with all external agencies including possible alternative providers
- Ensuring effective communication/consultation as appropriate with the parents of students
- Leading on legal interventions for non-attendance where necessary
- Co-ordinating appropriate and tailored alternative provision for students unable to thrive in mainstream education
- Supporting the school’s inclusion strategy
- Maintaining the alternative provision tracker and monitoring student progress
- Building and maintaining partnerships with external providers, agencies, and support networks
- Ensuring safeguarding and health and safety standards in alternative provision settings
- Acting as a liaison between the academy, external providers, students, and families to ensure seamless support and transition to alternative placemen
- Ensuring compliance with local and national policies related to alternative provision. as well as safeguarding protocols
- Regularly reviewing alternative provision placements and providing feedback to stakeholders.
- Maintaining confidential records of support
- Preparing of reports and maintaining records relating to student referrals and subsequent counselling or support
- Providing support to the attendance team
- Providing administrative support to coordinate internal seclusion
Qualifications & Experience
We would like to hear from you have:
- Qualifications to degree level or equivalent
- Knowledge of behaviour for learning policies
- Knowledge of the range of barriers to learning that students face
- Training in child protection and safeguarding procedures
- Basic knowledge of first aid (e.g. emergency first aid course)
- At least three years’ experience of working in an inner city school or educational establishment in a pastoral capacity
- Experience of dealing successfully with a range of issues influencing poor attendance
- Experience of working with staff to ensure excellent standards of attendance and punctuality
- Experience of working with families
- Experience of working with challenging students and parents, and finding ways in which we can meet their needs more successfully
For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack.
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Professional Development & Benefits
Our people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level.
In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan, electric car scheme, 26 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays) for staff who work across the full year, and many other benefits. Learn more about on our website.
Safeguarding Notice
The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.
Equal Opportunities
The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment.
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Next Steps
If you have any questions about this opportunity, please send us an email, or call to arrange a conversation.
Before applying, please download the Job Pack for full details on the job responsibilities and person specification. This will be helpful for you when completing your application, and throughout the recruitment process.
We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we may interview and offer to a candidate before the closing date. Please note that we only accept applications submitted before the closing date via our careers website.