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tinuing to modernise its governance, digital infrastructure and service delivery to meet future challenges. The Council manages an annual budget approaching £500,000 and oversees a signiﬁcant portfolio of community land, facilities, and local environmental initiatives.

The Parish Council seeks to appoint an experienced, professional and community‐minded Clerk to provide confident leadership in the effective administration, governance and day‐to‐day management of the Council. This pivotal role supports elected Members, staff and res‐idents in delivering high‐quality local services, environmental

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For an informal conversation about the role, please contact the Parish Council oﬃce on 07487 686903 or email the Chairman of the Council, Cllr Nigel Mitchell: cllr.nigel.mitchell@worplesdon‐pc.gov.uk.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://worplesdon‐pc.gov.uk/vacancy‐clerk‐to‐the‐council/

St Modwen’s Catholic Primary School

We are currently looking to recruit the following:

SEND Class Teacher / ECT

Salary: Main Pay Scale M1-M6

The post is 1 x Full-Time position, Fixed term contract 1.9.2026 – 31.8.2027

Closing Date: Monday 18th May 2026

Shortlisting Date : Tuesday 19th May 2026 Interviews: Thursday 21st May 2026

Class Teacher Maternity Cover (ECT Applications are welcomed)

Salary: Main Pay Scale M1-M6

1 x Full-Time position, Maternity coverFixed-term contract

Closing Date: Monday 4th May 2026

Shortlisting: Tuesday 5th May

Interviews: Thursday 7th May 2026

Midday Supervisor

Salary: Grade 2 (SCP 4 £25,185 pro-rata = £3,822) pa

2 x Fixed-term, Term-time only Midday Supervisor

(Grade 2) required to start 1.9.2026, Fixed term contract period 1.9.2026 – 31.8.2027.

Closing date: Tuesday 2nd June 2026

Shortlisting: Wednesday 3rd June 2026 Interviews: Friday 5th June 2026

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.st-modwens.staffs.sch.uk

PARISH CLERK

Salary: £48,226 to £57, 139 plus London Fringe Allowance

Buckhurst Hill Parish Council is seeking to appoint a new full‐time parish clerk following the successful transition of the current clerk to a larger council role.

Working closely with the chair and councillors, the clerk is responsible for all aspects of the council including overall responsibility for its two busy community halls, three children’s playgrounds and staﬃng the local library two days a week in partnership with Essex County Council.

The clerk is responsible to the council as head of paid service, for the eﬀective management of the parish council, it’s assets and resources. The clerk provides advice and guidance on major policy options and ensures the eﬀective implementation of parish council policies.

The clerk attends and supports council meetings and is responsible for preparing agendas and producing minutes. The successful applicant will have a ﬂexible approach to work and will be able to attend at least two evening meetings each month and occasionally work at weekends.

For a full job description and application form, please contact our oﬃce at: oﬃce@buckhursthillpc.gov.uk or telephone on: 020 8498 9933. No CVs accepted.

If you would like an informal discussion about the post, please contact the parish clerk, Liz Petyt‐Start, on: 020 8498 9933.

Closing date: Tuesday 5 May 9am Interviews for this post will be held Thursday 7 May

11/05/2026 Interview dates: 19/05/2026 20/05/2026

Lecturer in English

Lecturer in Maths

Salary: £34,421 ‐ £41,074 per annum

Closing date: 28/04/2026

Employment Job Coach

Salary: £13,997 ‐ £14,928 per annum

Closing date: 04/05/2026

Interview date: 15/05/2026

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.ccn.ac.uk

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towards our community on all occasions. This is a unique opportunity for an individual, who wants to develop and cultivate a broad experience of leadership in a school in transition. The school has already embarked on its journey along the Welsh language continuum and there are plans by the Local Authority to ensure that there is a brand‐new building, on one site, soon. There is therefore an opportunity to promote bilingual excellence and enrich the lives of our pupils and community.

This is a unique opportunity to help shape the school's future as it embarks on its journey along the Welsh language continuum, promoting bilingual excellence and

ECONOMIC

& REGENERATION

Senior Town Centre and Economic Development Oﬃcer

£39,862 ‐ £42,839 per annum Home working contract 37 hours per week Permanent

Tamworth Borough Council’s Economic Development team are looking to recruit a highly motivated and passionate individual to the role of Senior Town Centre and Economic Development Oﬃcer. It is an exciting time to take on this role with many new projects and activities in the pipeline and the regeneration of Tamworth Town Centre a corporate priority. The role includes responsibility for overseeing projects and strategies with particular emphasis around the themes of car parks, town centres, markets, economic development and support and the visitor economy.

The role will be challenging and high proﬁle, working closely with local businesses and members of the community.

In order to succeed in this role, ideal candidates should have an understanding of and experience in:

• Leading on operational management of car parks

• The development of traditional markets and market traders

• Working with businesses and the community • Local Authority Governance • Funding bodies, processes and their priorities

• Dealing with external contractors and consultancy teams

Candidates should be able to work independently, be strong communicators and attract conﬁdence from wide audiences.

This is a home working contract and the majority of duties will be carried out at home, however, employees will be contractually re‐quired to attend site on two days per month for team meetings, 121 meetings, etc. Employees may also be required to attend a site for meetings, collaborative work or to undertake work related activities. Site attendance will constitute no more than 40% of working time and includes the contractual 2 days per month.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Barrie Walford, Head of Economic Development and Regeneration on 07580 784488 or email barrie‐walford@tamworth.gov.uk

For further information and to apply please visit https://www.tamworth.gov.uk/jobs Late applications and/or CVs will not be accepted. Agencies need not apply. If you have any queries about the recruitment process, please contact: recruitment@tamworth.gov.uk

a Progression Coach in our well‐established Tyneside hub.

The Progression Coach will deliver coaching sessions, workshops, various in‐school projects and activities for students aged 12‐19. The ideal candidate will have a desire to support young people from under‐represented groups realise their potential, excellent organisational skills, and experience in designing and delivering workshops and one‐to‐one sessions for young people. The main duties and responsibilities of the role can be found below.

The role is predominantly school based, however, when not working with students you will be oﬃce or home‐based. Ideally, the Progression Coach will be based in Tyneside, and be willing to travel to schools and colleges in the area, with business mileage paid in accordance with HMRC guidelines.

Villiers Park is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion among our employees, volunteers, trustees and the communities we support.

If you would like to apply for one of our vacancies, please download and complete an application form from our website: https://www.villierspark.org.uk and complete an Equal Opportunities monitoring form, emailing them with a short covering letter to: hr@villierspark.org.uk

Ready to be at the heart of a thriving primary school?

This is not just an admin role — this is a leadership position

Senior HR Oﬃcer

Grade/Range: MAT Grade 6 (14‐17) Hours per week: 37

Actual Salary: (based on weeks worked) £27,622 ‐ £30,428

Unity MAT is a small but ambitious Multi Academy Trust made up of three special schools within the Warwickshire area, these being Brooke School in Rugby, Welcombe Hills School in Stratford Upon Avon and Woodlands School in Coleshill.

The Role The Senior HR Oﬃcer will play a key role within the Core Team, overseeing the day‐to‐day HR operations across the Trust. The successful candidate will supervise a team of HR oﬃcers, ensuring robust HR processes, strong compliance, and excellent service to our schools.

Reporting to the Trust HR Manager, this role is key to helping to maintain eﬀective HR & Payroll systems and procedures that support the Trust’s operational eﬃciency.

It is anticipated that you will be based at Woodlands School in Coleshill however there will be a requirement to visit all of our schools on a regular basis in line with the needs of the service. There is also ﬂexibility to work at our other schools and for occasional homeworking, as appropriate and agreed.

For a conﬁdential/informal discussion about the role please contact Louise Baker (HR Manager) on: 01675 463590 or via email on: baker.l1@welearn365.com or Angela Perry (Director of Finance & Operations) on: 07876 853653 or: perry.a@welearn365.com

Application packs including Job Description, Person Speciﬁcation, Guidance for Applicants and Application Form can be obtained from: https://www.unitymat.co.uk/join‐us/vacancies‐1

Oﬃcial application forms must be completed. CVs will not be accepted. Please see Guidance for Applicants for further details. Applications must be sent by email to: recruitment@unitymat.co.uk before the closing date detailed above. We reserve the right to close the recruitment early if a large volume of suitable applications are received.

Closing Date: Friday 24th April 2026 @ 9am

Shortlisting: Shortly following closing date

Interview Date: Wednesday 29th April 2026*

Office Manager

Salary: £31,537 - £33,699 FTE pro-rated to £23,429 - £25,035 (under 5 yrs service)

We help young people rediscover their potential and take steps toward a future they can be proud of - through learning that leads to real opportunity. It’s education with a difference - and it works.

With programmes spanning construction, mechanics, arts, sports and more, we’re recruiting Tutors, LSAs and TAs across all six NMT centres, including Nuneaton and Stratford-upon-Avon. Whether you’re a qualified teacher seeking smaller groups and less bureaucracy, or you’re ready to train and build your teaching qualifications with our support, we offer meaningful progression for those who’ve supported young people aged 16-25. We also welcome speculative CVs from experienced SEND, SEMH or trauma-informed pastoral practitioners looking to step into a more impactful, learner-centred environment.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://newmeaning.training/careers/

like to arrange an informal visit to the school, please contact the school office on: 02476 593 572.

Kempsey Primary School is located in Kempsey, approximately 3 miles south of Worcester. It is a welcoming, inclusive, two-form entry primary school at the heart of its local community, where children are nurtured to achieve their very best both academically and personally. As part of the Hanley and Upton Multi-Academy Trust (HUET), the school is guided by a strong set of shared values rooted in care, respect and service to others. Kempsey Primary School prides itself on positive relationships with pupils, parents, and staff, and on creating calm, purposeful environment in which children feel safe, valued and motivated to learn.

The Office Manager plays a pivotal role in the life of Kempsey Primary School, working closely with the Senior Leadership Team to Support strategic priorities while ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the school on a daily basis. As the front-facing presence of KPS, the Office Manager is often the first point of contact for pupils, parents, visitors and external agencies, setting the tone for the welcoming, professional ethos of the school. The role is wide-ranging and dynamic, and it is difficult to fully capture all that it involves; however, we have sought to do so as clearly as possible within the accompany job description and person specification. There is also scope within the role for the successful candidate to shape and develop their practice, playing to their individual strengths and while making a significant contribution to the ongoing success of the school.

Applications are warmly welcomed from individuals who have the relevant experience, skills and interest to thrive in the varied and rewarding role.

Closing date: Friday, 22nd May 2026

Interviews: Week commencing 18th June 2026

Start date: 1st September 2026

For further details and an application form, please visit: https://www.kempseyprimary.net

Completed application forms should be emailed to the Head teacher on: bbaynes@kempseyps.org.uk

Kempsey Primary School and the HUET Multi-Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Any appointment will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references Office

*Provisional dates subject to change

Head of Construction 1.0fte

Salary negotiable dependent upon experience Reporting to: Deputy Headteacher Required from: 1 September 2026

A full-time Head of Construction is required from September 2026 to deliver our Construction courses at Levels 2 and 3. We run the BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment. This a successful course with many Sixth Formers combining it with courses such as Business and ICT. Many students progress on to University and into careers such as Quantity Surveying, Building Management and Architecture.

At Level 2, the BTEC Tech Award is a very popular option at Key Stage 4 and students enjoy both the practical and theory elements of the course. We have excellent facilities and the curriculum is well-resourced combining workshops, ICT rooms with outdoor practical spaces. Outcomes are consistently strong and many students continue onto destinations in this field.

Experience Required

• Experience of delivering vocational Construction courses including assessment, course planning and verification procedures

• The ability to teach practical skills such as joinery and bricklaying

• Experience working with young people at different levels of ability

Personal Qualities

It will be vital to be able to relate positively to young people, enjoy their company and be able to communicate effectively. You will need to have a positive outlook, be resilient, have a capacity for hard work, and be committed to the Academy’s child-centred ethos.

We are looking for an enthusiastic person who will fit into the team and enjoy the prospect of raising standards in learning and teaching, whilst contributing to the continued success of the Academy.

A high level of confidence will be needed to engage children and to utilise active learning approaches to the teaching of Construction.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.schoolvacancies.net/Candidate/job?id=40967

Please email applications to: sdavies@madeleyacademy.com

OM DELIVERY

Salary: OM1 - £67,055 - £81,255

About The Service

This is an exciting time to join Cardiff Council’s Development team. We are directly responding to Cardiff’s housing need by implementing a large scale and award-winning new build programme capable of delivering 4,000 new homes and investing significantly in our existing communities. To do this we have a Capital Budget of over £800 million and a development pipeline of over 60 sites. We deliver new council homes, homes for sale and new homes for first time buyers available through our First Homes Cardiff scheme.

Using innovative solutions and moving rapidly towards a low-carbon standard we are delivering new homes at scale and pace, and we need the right people with significant development experience to join our team and help deliver our aspirations. We are passionate about building great homes, investing in our communities, and ensuring that high quality green infrastructure, urban design and place-making are at the heart of what we do.

We currently have an opportunity for a skilled and experienced Operational Manager to join our Senior Management team to oversee the delivery of our projects.

About the job

Supporting the Assistant Director for Development & Regeneration, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the new build programme, ensuring our projects are delivered to expectations and wherever possible, accelerated.

You will lead our existing project team making use of your significant knowledge and experience of social housing development, to ensure our projects are designed in line with our standards and requirements, oversee tender processes, develop contract requirements and manage the delivery stage of our projects.

You will work to ensure our development processes and procedures are consistent and streamlined across our various delivery routes. You will monitor the performance of external consultants and contractors across our programmes and will control resources and associated budgets to ensure we deliver an efficient and cost-effective service.

What We Are Looking For From You

The successful candidate will have a strong record in development, and in the delivery of affordable housing. As an experienced manager, you will have excellent leadership and communications skills at a senior level, and you will be able to demonstrate your ability to lead and motivate staff to ensure required outcomes and targets are met.

You will share our passion and enthusiasm for delivering innovative and exciting projects, creating homes and places that make a tangible difference to our residents and in setting new standards for sustainability, place-making and urban design.

You will have a robust understanding of the requirements associated to social housing delivery, financial viability and site constraints, managing consultant and contractor procurement and in administering building contracts.

You will be expected to manage resources effectively whilst achieving high levels of performance and outcomes, sharing our vision of delivery high quality, sustainable and energy efficient new homes.

If you have any concerns around your ability to participate in a virtual interview process or after reading the Job Description, if you would like an informal discussion about the post please contact David Jaques, Assistant Director for Development & Regeneration on telephone number 07779 314071 or email: djaques@cardiff.gov.uk

For furthr details and to apply, please visit: https://www.jobscardiffcouncil.co.uk/jobs/om-delivery-deg00003?lang=en_GB

Closing date: 13th May 2026

Vacancy for Parish Clerk

We are looking for a good communicator, administrator and manager to support the work of the Parish Council, starting as soon as possible.

25 hours per week.

Salary to be agreed.

The position is home based.

For further details and an application form, please contact the current Clerk: Phil Howson

Email: clerk@mevagissey-pc.gov.uk

Tel: 07570 832669

Closing date for applications: 11 May 2026.

The successful candidate should be available for interview during week beginning 18 May.

Lead EHO (Environmental Protection and Built Environment)

Salary: £46,142 - £53,460 per annum

We have a rare opportunity for this leadership role in an established team which includes an experienced Senior Officer, Graduate EHO, a highly efficient team of Regulatory Compliance Officers and a long-standing Case Officer.

You will be supported by the Head of Service, the Service Manager and work alongside other Lead and Senior Officers in Licensing, Private Sector Housing, Food, Health and Safety.

Summary of main duties

• Manage, motivate and support the environmental protection team to provide a high quality customer focused service

• Provide effective leadership, promoting a strategic approach to community safety, planning enforcement, consultations and environmental protection issues through the use of appropriate regulatory powers, policy interventions and partnerships

• Protect public health and the environment by implementing environmental legislation in relation to statutory nuisances, anti-social behaviour, air quality, contaminated land, planning consultation and enforcement, water quality and pollution control

• Support high quality sustainable development

• Protect our heritage and a high quality natural environment

• Provide public confidence in the planning enforcement system

• Provide the governance arrangements, strategies and interventions to support the local community safety partnership

We offer a family friendly culture with a clear set of behavioural values. We are a supportive employer in an organisation with flexible working hours, a Local Government Pension Scheme and generous annual leave entitlement. We believe in valuing diversity and are committed to equal opportunities as a Disability Confident Employer.

We would love to have the chance to talk about the opportunity on offer so, for an informal conversation, please contact Daryl Littlejohns, Service Manager (Environmental Health) - 01271 388408

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.northdevon.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers

Closing date: 8th May 2026

Interview date: 20/21 May 2026

If you have not heard by the interview date, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Sessional Tutors (Self Employed or Contracted)

Salary: £20-£42 for self-employed, £29,960 per annum employed (full time)

We are currently seeking to expand our welcoming, flexible and centered team by recruiting passionate professionals looking to contribute towards positive outcomes for the young people accessing our alternative provision. We are hiring multiple candidates on an ongoing and continual basis primarily for those who are willing to commute to the Nottingham City area. We also welcome those who are based in surrounding Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire areas to apply. Both part-time and full-time (30 hours per week) work is available.

At FAB Learning we pride ourselves in creating flexible educational programmes which are personalised to the individual, whether that’s re-engaging a young person with education or gaining specific skills. Our services extend to providing support for children and young people who face challenges such as potential permanent exclusion, significant attendance issues, or vulnerability associated with special educational needs. We welcome professionals who have worked in a variety of backgrounds and who share our ethos to apply for this role.

Successful candidates will be offered either a choice of salaried (contracted) work or self-employed work through FAB Learning.

We offer competitive rates of pay including up to £30 per hour for 1:1 work and up to £42 per hour for group work for tutors who choose to be self-employed.

For those looking to be permanently employed in the tutoring role, we offer £29,960 per annum for full time work, or a salary adjusted to £16 per hour for those carrying out part time work. Contracted employees also receive pay over holiday and closure periods, mileage reimbursement and pension contributions.

If you would like to discuss the role further, please contact: chloeargent-duncan@fablearning.uk

For further details and an application form, please visit: https://www.fablearning.uk/vacancies/ Application forms can also be sent to the email above.

More information about FAB Learning can be found on: www.fablearning.uk

Closing date: 25th September 2026 23:55

UTTLESFORD DISTRICT COUNCIL

Environmental Health Technical Officer (Commercial Team)

Salary Career Grade 5-6

£31,537 rising to £38,220

An opportunity has arisen within our environmental health commercial team for an environmental health technical officer on a full-time basis (37 hours per week). The successful candidate will be required to carry out routine inspections and revisits to commercial premises, deal with complaints and give advice in respect of food safety, health & safety and imported food. You will also be required to prepare reports, consider, and carry out enforcement action, and ensure that records and electronic filing systems are fully maintained and updated, good ICT skills and familiarity with current software packages such as excel will be a distinct advantage.

Candidates ideally will have successfully completed the Certificate of Higher Education in Food Premises inspection / Food Control in Environmental Health (or equivalent) or be working towards achieving EHRB registration. Consideration will be given to candidates that are currently enrolled on an accredited environmental health course.

You will be enthusiastic and self-motivated, with the ability to manage your own caseload within tight timescales. Excellent communication, organisational skills and attention to detail are essential, together with the ability to contribute effectively to team working.

The role will involve remote working and travel around the district and occasionally beyond, a full driving licence and access to own vehicle is essential.

We encourage and support our employees to have a healthy work life balance as well as offering a range of benefits including generous annual leave, plus bank holidays (pro-rata), leisure centre discounts, membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and an online platform offering discounts from online retailers.

For an informal discussion please contact Andrew Watkinson, Environmental Health Manager (Commercial) on: 01799 510335

To find out more and apply please visit: https://www.uttlesford.gov.uk/jobs-careers

Closing date for completed applications is Sunday 10th May 2026.

Mevagissey Parish Council

We are looking for an enthusiastic, confident, and innovative individual with drive and determination to join our dedicated team. Working within the Environmental Protection team you will be expected to manage your own varied caseload, investigating, and enforcing a range of legislation to ensure compliance. What you will need:

You would be expected to lead on an area of work and provide support to the wider team and partners. We are looking for an experienced officer to carry out the full range of duties including Contaminated land, Air quality, Private water supplies, Environmental permitting, Noise and nuisance assessment.

You will have excellent administration, communication and IT skills, with an attention to detail and ability to tackle issues holistically.

Site visits are required in a large rural area and so the suitable candidate will have the ability to travel throughout the West Suffolk area.

This is an exciting time to be joining West Suffolk Council which has gained a reputation for being ambitious and forwardthinking. Closer working relationships with Health and our community teams all present new opportunities to improve the health and wellbeing of our residents. The successful applicant will have to demonstrate a record for working at pace, embracing change and delivering against objectives.

For an informal discussion and further information please contact Terence Stocks (Environmental Protection Manager) on 01284 757621 or email Terence.Stocks@westsuffolk.gov.uk.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://recruitment.westsuffolk.gov.uk

Closing date: Sunday 26 April 2026. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt, therefore please apply without delay. Interview date: Tuesday 12 May 2026

Join our caring, friendly and dynamic multi‐disciplinary team who are passionate about promoting communication, independence, and wellbeing in our pupils and supporting and empowering families.

Occupational Therapist

Salary: Light Years Pay Scale K15.5‐K30 / Band 5‐7 NHS

Equivalent (£28,407 ‐ £50,056) pro rata 37.5 hour week FTE

Hours of work: 18 hours per week (ﬂexible arrangements)

This is an exciting opportunity to support us to grow and establish an onsite Therapy Team working alongside a Speech and LanguageTherapist and Thrive Practitioner. You would be based at Light Years School, Fareham, an ‘outstanding’ specialist independent provision.

This role will be supporting our children, aged 7‐11, who have a range of needs including autism, SEMH needs, ADHD and sensory processing and other neuro developmental conditions and communication needs.

Please go to our website: www.lightyearseducation.co.uk and complete an application form and return to admin@lightyearseducation.co.uk. Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found. If you have any questions about the role or would like to arrange a tour please contact Sarah Alden via email at admin@lightyearseducation.co.uk

Qualified Carpenter

Salary: Competitive

Carpenter / Joiner required for work in and around Cambridge for a long established local company, immediate start, permanent position, top rate paid for widely experienced tradesperson. PAYE only.

To apply, please visit: https://www.fish4.co.uk/job/17729348/q ualified-carpenter/?LinkSource=Prem iumListing#

ttend at least two evening meetings each month and occasionally work at weekends. For a full job description and application form, please contact our oﬃce at: oﬃce@buckhursthillpc.gov.uk or telephone on: 020 8498 9933. No CVs accepted. If you would like an informal discussion about the post, please contact the parish clerk, Liz Petyt‐Start, on: 020 8498 9933. Closing date: Tuesday 5 May 9am Interviews for this

FINANCE OFFICER

Lee Abbey retreat, holiday and conference centre in North Devon is looking to appoint a Finance Officer, reporting directly to the Head of Business.

The role will involve day to day oversight of all finance department work, and modernising and developing our use of digital systems.

Lee Abbey is a unique and very rewarding place to work, and the home of an international Christian Community welcoming guests of all backgrounds.

The package includes a salary of c£25K (depending on experience) and pension.

To apply please visit:

https://www.fish4.co.uk/job/13565235/finance -officer/?LinkSource=PremiumListing

Lecturer in English

Salary: £34,421 - £41,074 per annum

Lecturer in Maths

Salary: £34,421 - £41,074 per annum

If you are looking for a job where you can inspire the next generation, support communities and contribute to the prosperity of the region, then City College Norwich is for you!

Are you passionate about teaching GCSE and Functional Skills English and Maths? Are you enthusiastic about inspiring and motivating students to fulfil their potential? If so, we have exciting opportunities for both experienced educators and graduates looking to make a career switch into teaching.

City College Norwich is looking for dedicated and enthusiastic individuals to join our English and Maths team. We are one of the largest post-16 GCSE centres in the UK; teaching English and Maths to 16 to 19 year olds alongside their vocational qualifications as an integral part of their programme of study.

Positions Available:

• Functional Skills and GCSE Teachers (Full-time and Part-time)

• Graduate Trainee Teachers (Full-time and Part-time)

What We Offer:

We believe everyone here has a part to play in doing all we can to further the success of our students. In return, you can join a passionate, diverse and inclusive community at our college and a friendly team. You’ll also get a package of amazing benefits which include:

• Competitive salary and benefits package including a great pension scheme, access to health services, corporate discounts and generous holiday

• Supportive and collaborative working environment

• Opportunities for professional development and career progression

• Comprehensive training and support for graduates to gain teaching qualifications

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.ccn.ac.uk/contact-city-collegenorwich/work-at-ccn/current-vacancies/

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Applications will need to be returned electronically to: htrecruitment@hants.gov.uk

We are currently looking to recruit the following vacancies:

Vice Principal for Quality, Teaching Enhancement and Innovation

Salary: £72,243 ‐ £76,740 per annum Closing

and to apply, please visit: https://www.ccn.ac.uk

Support Workers

Operational

Safeguarding Lead

Salary – £35,000 - £45,000 actual pa (depending on experience)

Are you a competent and experienced safeguarding practitioner?

Do you have what it takes to support the operational safeguarding needs of a specialist therapeutic education provision across Suffolk, Norfolk and Essex? Are you committed to the holistic development of some of the most disadvantaged young people in the region? Do you want to be an integral part of one of the fastest growing education charities in East Anglia? Lapwing continues to expand and strengthen its peripatetic Education Team across East Anglia and is looking for an Operational Safeguarding Lead as we form a new centralised Safeguarding Team. Working with a well-established DSL, the Operational Safeguarding Lead will take on the role of Deputy DSL and will be largely responsible for the day-to-day operational management of safeguarding concerns across the organisation. The postholder will support the DSL and Area Managers by receiving and responding to safeguarding referrals, coordinating information sharing, and liaising with external agencies and families to ensure children, young people, and vulnerable adults are protected from harm.

This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate as this role will be integral in providing effective safeguarding management and support and will involve modelling, guiding and quality assuring best practice safeguarding processes, while supporting a committed education delivery team.

The successful candidate will be a competent safeguarding practitioner from education or social care with robust knowledge and experience of managing safeguarding concerns and offering colleagues advice and guidance. They will be able to model a best practice safeguarding approach to colleagues.

This is a full-time position within term time only. The post involves hybrid and peripatetic working from home, various community locations and, at times, from Lapwing’s head office in Martlesham Heath, Suffolk. The postholder could live in Suffolk, Norfolk or north Essex.

For an informal chat about the role telephone Will Fletcher, Chief Executive Officer on 07501 969099 or, to access an application pack, visithttps://lapwingeducation.co.uk/join-us/

Completed forms should be returned torecruitment@lapwingeducation.com

Closing date: 27 April 2026, 9am

Interview dates: 1 May 2026

Deputy Head of Education

Salary – £59,316 - £65,286 actual pa (depending on experience)

Are you an experienced education leader? Do you have what it takes to support the leadership and growth of a specialist therapeutic education provision across Suffolk, Norfolk and Essex? Are you committed to the holistic development of some of most disadvantaged young people in the county? Do you want to be an integral part of one of the fastest growing education charities in East Anglia?

Lapwing continues to expand and strengthen its peripatetic Education Team across East Anglia and is looking for an inspiring Deputy Head of Education to join a well-established the Senior Leadership Team and work across the region. We are proud to see the current postholder move on to a fantastic new opportunity, and we are now seeking a talented replacement to help Lapwing’s continued evolution.

This is a very exciting opportunity for the right candidate as this role will be integral to the effective leadership and management of Lapwing’s provision involving modelling, shaping and quality assuring best practice education delivery, while supervising, coaching and developing a committed team of colleagues.

The successful candidate will be an outstanding teacher from any age range with robust knowledge and experience of teaching, assessing and working with young people with special educational needs. They will have demonstrable leadership, management and staff development experience and be able to model best practice and creative approaches to colleagues.

Lapwing is a specialist therapeutic education provider and charity, working with young people (aged 4-25 years old) facing exclusion from education, employment and the community through social, emotional, behavioural or learning difficulties and disabilities.

Lapwing delivers a broad range of highly personalised education programmes and projects that are designed to meet the needs of, and help realise the aspirations of, each student.

This is a full-time position within term time only. The post involves hybrid and peripatetic working from home, various community locations and, at times, from Lapwing’s head office in Martlesham Heath, Suffolk. The post holder could live in Suffolk, Norfolk or north Essex. Lapwing believes in a healthy work – life balance and expects senior leaders to model this to colleagues.

For an informal chat about the role telephone Will Fletcher, Chief Executive Officer on 07501 969099 or, to access an application pack, visithttps://lapwingeducation.co.uk/join-us/

Completed forms should be returned torecruitment@lapwingeducation.com

Closing date: 27 April 2026, 9am

Interview dates: 29 and 30 April 2026

UTTLESFORD DISTRICT COUNCIL

Environmental Health Technical Officer (Commercial Team)

Salary Career Grade 5-6

£31,537 rising to £38,220

The role will involve remote working and travel around the district and occasionally beyond, a full driving licence and access to own vehicle is essential.

For an informal discussion please contact Andrew Watkinson, Environmental Health Manager (Commercial) on: 01799 510335

To find out more and apply please visit: https://www.uttlesford.gov.uk/jobs-careers

Closing date for completed applications is Sunday 10th May 2026.

Direct Works Operative

£27,254

The postholder will be required to work on all disciplines within the Direct Works Section. The main focus of duties will be grass cutting, general grounds maintenance work, litter picking, grave digging, cleansing operations along with future activities that the postholder will be expected to carry out as part of the Town Council’s flexible working agreement. The postholder must have knowledge and experience of working with a variety of ride-on and petrol driven machinery. You must have the ability to communicate effectively with the public and will be required to work in other service areas within the Direct Works Section as required.

A full driving licence is essential. Overtime and weekend working are a requirement of the post. Knowledge of Horticulture or other transferable skills within this sector of work is preferred.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/Direct_Works _Operative/291777

Warwickshire Base Exploitation

Service Team Manager (Maternity cover)

Salary: £35,390 - £43,392 (FTE)

• Warwickshire Base has been providing a range of services to protect children from CSE since 2014 and has been working with children and young people affected by criminal exploitation (CCE) since 2019.

• Direct work with children and young people who are vulnerable to reduce the risk of abuse through exploitation.

• Training, preventative and awareness raising programmes to children within schools and to staff from statutory and voluntary agencies working with children, as well as staff within the private sector.

• Packages of intervention which empower parents/ Carers, raising awareness on how to protect and safeguard children and young people

Job Purpose: To make a real difference to the lives of Children, Young People and Families by:

• Leading and managing a designated team of people working with service users to provide bespoke packages of support to meet the needs of children and young people.

• Raising awareness of Barnardo’s and its work throughout Warwickshire

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/job/252694/warwickshirebase-exploitation-service-team-manager/

VACANCY

CHILDREN’S HOME & DOMICILIARY CARE MANAGER

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Norbriggs Primary School Where Every Child Counts

As a Senior Estates Surveyor, you will play a key role in delivering a high quality valuation and estate management service within our Corporate Landlord model. You will work under the direct supervision of the Estates Manager, supporting the Council’s strategic management of property and land, ensuring compliance with statutory and legislative requirements.

Estates Surveyor

Salary: £39,862 ‐ £44,075

The Estates Surveyor will support the delivery of a comprehensive and high quality estate management and valuation service for Shropshire Council. Working under the supervision of the Estates Manager – Corporate Landlord, you will contribute to managing the Council’s property portfolio and ensuring eﬀective stewardship of its assets.

We would love to get to know you more so please give us a call if you would like to discuss this role or our team. You can contact Rob Blackwood on: 01743 251879.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://next.shropshire.gov.uk/jobs‐and‐careers/

Closing date: 30th April 2026

We are currently looking to recruit the following: SEND Class Teacher / ECT Salary: Main Pay Scale M1-M6 The post is 1 x Full-Time position, Fixed term contract 1.9.2026

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Application packs including Job Description, Person Speciﬁcation, Guidance for Applicants and Application Form can be obtained from: https://www.unitymat.co.uk/join‐us/vacancies‐1

9am

Office, on 01246 473398, to arrange an appointment to visit the school.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.derbyshire.gov.uk/teaching-deputy-leadershipcontract-deputy-headteacher/50125.job

Deputy Headteacher

Principal

Salary: L15–L21 | £73,105 – £84,699 per annum

Start Date: September 2026 (or January 2027 for the right candidate)

Woodhouse Academy is a thriving mixed middle school located in the heart of the Staﬀordshire Moorlands, ensuring that all young people, regardless of background or ability, have the very best opportunities in life and achieve the highest personal academic standards.

At Woodhouse, we pride ourselves on having high standards of behaviour and respect for all, high quality tailored support for pupils with additional needs and a positive ethos of praise.

The Governors are seeking to appoint a dedicated and motivated Principal with the strategic vision to achieve excellence and drive success. As an exemplary teaching practitioner, you will ensure that outstanding quality of education is the primary objective for all teachers, working together productively and positively.

You will bring:

• Recent successful experience as a senior leader in education

• Proven track record of raising attainment and promoting aspirational expectations

• Evidence of successfully leading school improvement

• Ability to think strategically and be an inspiring role model

• Reliability, resilience and commitment

We can oﬀer:

• The opportunity to work in an Ofsted Good school where the vast majority of pupils enjoy learning and progress well

• A wonderful cohort of committed and well‐behaved pupils who recognise Woodhouse Academy as an excellent place to learn

• Resources to oﬀer a broad specialist taught curriculum, enriched with a wide range of extra‐curricular activities

• A committed governing body that provides excellent support to school leaders

• A team of highly skilled and dedicated staﬀ, striving to ensure Woodhouse Academy is recognised nationally as a leading middle school

Visits to school are available on 14th and 15th April between 9:30am and 12 noon. Please contact Anna Clack, Business Manager on 01782 973604 to arrange a visit.

For further information and an application form: www.woodhouseacademy.staﬀs.sch.uk

Closing Date: 1st May 2026 at 12 noon

Interview Date: 18th and 19th May 2026

Office Manager

Salary: £31,537 - £33,699 FTE pro-rated to £23,429 - £25,035 (under 5 yrs service)

Applications are warmly welcomed from individuals who have the relevant experience, skills and interest to thrive in the varied and rewarding role.

Closing date: Friday, 22nd May 2026

Interviews: Week commencing 18th June 2026

Start date: 1st September 2026

For further details and an application form, please visit: https://www.kempseyprimary.net

Completed application forms should be emailed to the Head teacher on: bbaynes@kempseyps.org.uk

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & REGENERATION Senior Town Centre and Economic Development Oﬃcer

£39,862 ‐ £42,839 per annum Home working contract 37 hours per week Permanent

The role will be challenging and high proﬁle, working closely with local businesses and members of the community.

In order to succeed in this role, ideal candidates should have an understanding of and experience in:

• Leading on operational management of car parks

• The development of traditional markets and market traders

• Working with businesses and the community

• Local Authority Governance

• Funding bodies, processes and their priorities

• Dealing with external contractors and consultancy teams

Candidates should be able to work independently, be strong communicators and attract conﬁdence from wide audiences.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Barrie Walford, Head of Economic Development and Regeneration on 07580 784488 or email barrie‐walford@tamworth.gov.uk

For further information and to apply please visit https://www.tamworth.gov.uk/jobs

Late applications and/or CVs will not be accepted. Agencies need not apply.

If you have any queries about the recruitment process, please contact: recruitment@tamworth.gov.uk

Closing date: 10 May 2026

Interviews 3 June 2026

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://newmeaning.training/careers/

River View Primary & Nursery School

Maintenance Surveyor

Salary: £48,800 per annum plus generous non-contributory pension

Are you an experienced building surveyor or property professional looking for a role that is varied, people focused and makes a real difference?

We are seeking a Diocesan Maintenance Surveyor to play a leading role in the care, maintenance and improvement of clergy housing and other operational buildings across the Diocese of Worcester.

In this role you will ensure buildings are safe, well maintained and compliant, while contributing to the Diocese’s environmental commitments, including the Church of England’s ambition to reach Net Zero Carbon by 2030. Working closely with stakeholders across the Diocese you will:

• Lead on property maintenance and statutory compliance across the clergy housing portfolio

• Manage inspections, diagnosis and specification of repairs, including planned, cyclical and reactive works

• Provide professional property advice and clear communication to clergy, parish officers and diocesan staff

If you have experience in building surveying, property maintenance or construction project management, then we would like to hear from you. This role will suit someone with strong technical knowledge, good organisational skills and the ability to explain technical issues clearly to non specialists. Your practical problem-solving skills and professional judgement will come into play working with a wide range of people.

For further information and to apply please visit: https://www.cofe-worcester.org.uk

For an informal chat with the HR team call Becky or Jo on: 01905 730730.

Greasley Beauvale Primary and Nursery School Learn. Grow. Succeed

Permanent Learning Support Assistant

Salary: (Grade 2)

30 hours per week - term time only – start as soon as possible

The staff, children and governors are keen to appoint 3 enthusiastic, innovative and highly motivated support assistants. The allocation of these roles is negotiable, across school, but may require the candidate to work with specific/1:1 children as a learning support assistants in any year group.

At Greasley Beauvale we have:

• Friendly, welcoming children;

• A creative approach to teaching and learning, which is developing through the ‘Thinking Schools’ initiative and Drive Team;

• High expectations of children’s behaviour to learning and achievements;

• A relational approach to understanding and meeting the needs of our SEND children, challenging behaviours and attachment and trauma;

• A high commitment to wellbeing and mental health across school;

• A Governing Body who are supportive of the staff team and the school improvement priorities;

• An ‘Expected’ school in almost all areas, verified by Ofsted January 2026 - https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/21/135433

The successful candidate will:

• Show a true interest in working at Greasley Beauvale by visiting the school as part of the application process (unless travel is difficult);

• Be an exemplary and inspirational support assistant with a commitment to high standards of care, welfare and educational support for all children;

• Be creative and innovative and able to enthuse and motivate all learners, whilst making learning fun;

• Have a desire to develop their experience of working across the primary phases;

• Be a strong team member;

• Be able to work effectively as part of a team;

• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills (including with parents);

• Have a willingness to assist pupils with personal care where needed;

• Be able to support children with behavioural and attachment and trauma needs where needed;

• Have a strong awareness that challenging behaviours are an indication of needs that require meeting (rather than ‘chosen’ behaviours);

• Have high expectations of children’s achievements and behaviour, whilst remaining positive;

• Have experience of working with children on a 1:1 basis;

• Have strategies and experience of dealing with challenging behaviour;

• Be supportive and enthusiastic about working in a school that is committed to school improvement.

• Work from 8.45-3.15pm daily (including a 30 min lunch cover)

Key dates for the shortlisting and interview process:

‐staﬀ.co.uk or by emailing recruitment@riverview.staﬀs.sch.uk. Return your completed form to this email address with the recruitment monitoring form by the closing date.

Closing Date: 9am Tuesday 5th May. Interviews will be held on Wednesday 13th May.

Closing date – Monday 12th May 2025 @ 9am

Shortlisting – 13th/14th/15th May 2025

Notification of interview by telephone/email if successful at shortlisting – 15th May 2025*

Interviews – Wednesday 21st May

*If unsuccessful during the application and shortlisting stage, feedback can be provided if you get in touch to speak to one of the panel

Visits to the school are highly recommended.

Please email the School Business Manager, Emma Poxon, on: epoxon@greasley.notts.sch.uk to arrange a visit. Completed application forms and letters of application should be addressed to the Head Teacher and Governing Body of the school.

Ready to be at the heart of a thriving primary school?

This is not just an admin role — this is

Project and Programme Manager –Local Government Reorganisation

Salary: £54,798 - £58,458 per annum

Are you a dynamic programme manager with a passion for driving transformation and improving local government? We have a great opportunity for you to lead change through Local Government Reorganisation in Nottinghamshire.

New year, new start, great employer

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Project and Programme Manager to lead this pivotal role at the heart of change, offering the chance to influence strategy, drive delivery, and ensure that our communities and businesses benefit from modern, responsive local government services.

Working in an ambitious and forward-thinking council dedicated to making a positive impact, this is a unique opportunity to have a significant influence on the future direction of Council services in Nottinghamshire with a new two unitary council model proposed.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.rushcliffe.gov.uk/about-us/workingfor-rbc/jobs/project-and-programme-managerlocal-government-reorganisation/

You can also request an application form by emailing jobs@rushcliffe.gov.uk

If you would like to have an informal discussion about this post, please contact Gabriella Di Luca to arrange a call with the Director, Leanne Ashmore on (0115) 9148598.

Qualified Support Workers & Support Workers - Nights

WE WANT YOU!

Because helping others is important.

We are looking for people who can help make a diﬀerence to those in our care

Wellingtonia Children's home is a family run, independent Children's Home for children aged 8 to 19. We provide residential care for children and young people with learning disabilities, sensory impairment, behaviours that challenge and associated complex needs. Our children may have more than one diagnosis which could be linked to symptoms of attachment and trauma. Our approach is of a very high standard of compassionate, person‐centered, therapeutic care designed to nurture and support each child and young person, helping them to fulﬁl their full potential.

We are recruiting for:

Qualified Support Workers: up to £32,221.98

Support Workers - Nights: Up to: £29,952.00

Opportunities to pick up extra shifts/ overtime at enhanced rate

How to Apply

Become a part of the Wellingtonia team by applying online at: www.overleyhall.com/about-us /recruitment

tted to safeguarding and promoting the

all

of children, young people and

and volunteers to share this commitment. These posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Oﬀenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants should be aware that the post will only be oﬀered to successful candidates subject to an Enhanced DBS check with relevant barred list checks as well as other employment clearances.

Gonerby Hill Foot Church of England Primary School

Gonerby Hill Foot, Grantham, Lincs NG31 8HQ Tel: 01476 565800 Headteacher Mrs Amanda Crossland Email: enquiries@gonerbyhillfoot.lincs.sch.uk Website: www.gonerbyhillfoot.co.uk

Speech and Language Therapist

Contract Details

• Location: Primary School, Grantham, Lincolnshire

• Contract: Full time, term time contract. Fixed term for 1 year initially. (Part-time considered)

• Hours: 32.5 hours per week: Monday to Friday 8.30 to 15.45 (Some flexibility)

• Working weeks: 39 weeks per year (term time plus INSET days)

• Starting salary: NJC Grade G6 SCP 15 £25,750 (FTE £30,020 pro-rata for term-time working.)

• Start Date: 01 September 2026

This is an exciting and unusual opportunity for a Speech and Language therapist who is interested in gaining valuable experience working directly with children in a school setting.

Working closely with the school’s SENDCO and mainstream SEN hub team, the successful candidate will support pupils with speech, language and communication needs (SLCN), helping them to access the curriculum and reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to support children with identified Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN).

• Deliver speech and language support programmes, working closely with the SENDCO

• Work with individual pupils and small groups to develop communication and language skills.

• Monitor and record pupil progress and contribute to review meetings.

• Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff and parents to support pupils effectively.

The Ideal Candidate will:

• Hold a degree in Speech and Language Therapy

• Have a strong interest in supporting children with special educational needs.

• Be patient, empathetic and committed to helping children thrive.

• Have excellent communication and organisational skills.

• Be able to work both independently and as part of a team.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. All posts will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks. All Pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education. All references will be taken up before interview.

Visits are warmly welcomed. However, for an informal discussion please contact the school office on: 01476 565800 Application forms and further details are available from the school and on the school website: www.gonerbyhillfoot.co.uk Please return completed application forms to: enquiries@gonerbyhillfoot.lincs.sch.uk

Please make the Subject line APPLICATION FOR SPEECH AND LANGUAGE ROLE

Closing date for applications: Midday, Friday 22nd May 2026

Alternate Provision Lead

Permanent – Full Time – Term Time plus PD Days Grade 8 (SPC 19–22, £32,061 – £33, 699 FTE) PRO RATA SALARY £27,455-£28,858

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join Meole Brace School.

The successful candidate will need to have recent experience of working with children of a relevant age and be committed to raising standards and to gaining the best outcomes for all students.

The post holder will be responsible for the daily planning, delivery and management of a small in-house alternate provision. They will plan to meet the bespoke needs of small groups of pupils who follow various different pathways to enable their success. The post holder will focus particularly on improving literacy and numeracy skills, as well as delivering curriculum-based project work and accredited qualifications such as AQA unit awards and functional skills to KS4 pupils.

Visits to the school are welcomed; please contact Mrs Julie Richards on 01743 235961 to arrange a visit.

For further information about the school and an application pack, visit our website: www.meolebrace.com

Completed application forms should be emailed to: recruitment@meole.co.uk

Meole Brace is committed to equal opportunities, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we are committed to diversity and gender equality in our hiring practices. We expect all employees to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Home-Start/Ante-natal Results & Choices Outreach Project Co-ordinator

Salary: NJC Scale 14 - £29,540 Pro Rata (18 Hours)

We are recruiting for this new and exciting project. We are looking for 2 x Part-Time Coordinators, who will lead this new project aimed at improving pregnancy aspirations and readiness in communities, particularly those less likely to engage with maternity services. The project will focus on healthy conversations, accessible and accurate information, and equitable access to interventions, helping reduce inequalities and support informed pregnancy choices. Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to develop a new service, confidence in working within a diverse community; and ability to provide compassionate support are essential.

The posts will involve hybrid working across the city with the posts based in the Central Birmingham or Tyseley areas.

Home-Start Birmingham is a leading family support charity, working in local communities across the city. We support parents to build better lives for their children, to give them the best possible start in life.

Antenatal Results and Choices (ARC) are a UK-wide charity offering impartial information and specialist support to parents undergoing antenatal testing. ARC also partners with healthcare professionals to promote high-quality, equitable ante-natal care.

We want to hear from you if you have:

• Education to A Level standard or equivalent qualification(s).

• Experience of working with parents in pregnancy

• A supportive, non-judgemental and compassionate approach

• The ability to plan and manage the development of a new service.

• A valid driving licence and use of a car.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/job/257851/home-start-antenatal-results-and-choices-outreach-project-co-ordinator/

Head of Construction 1.0fte

Salary negotiable dependent upon experience Reporting to: Deputy Headteacher

Required from: 1 September 2026

Experience Required

• Experience of delivering vocational Construction courses including assessment, course planning and verification procedures

• The ability to teach practical skills such as joinery and bricklaying

• Experience working with young people at different levels of ability

Personal Qualities

We are looking for an enthusiastic person who will fit into the team and enjoy the prospect of raising standards in learning and teaching, whilst contributing to the continued success of the Academy.

A high level of confidence will be needed to engage children and to utilise active learning approaches to the teaching of Construction.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.schoolvacancies.net/Candidate/job?id=40967

Please email applications to: sdavies@madeleyacademy.com

Overley Hall Limited is commi

welfare

vulnerable adults and expect

staﬀ

Engineering Support & Services (ESS) Ltd. are “Leaders in Asset Management & Maintenance Reliability through People”.

We work directly with industry to optimise performance, supporting clients to achieve and sustain maintenance excellence and asset management optimisation. Our customer portfolio spans the life sciences, food & drink, engineering, MedTech, pharmaceutical, utilities and manufacturing sectors. Our services to industry include asset optimisation; complete managed services; Consultancy, Maintenance & Reliability Assessments; Maintenance Resource Outsourcing; and Asset Management, Maintenance Reliability & Technical Training.

Due to ongoing expansion we have a number of vacancies for Maintenance Electrical / Mechanical Technicians at various locations throughout Ireland.

Log onto our website: https://essltd.ie/careers/ to view and apply for opportunities that will take your career to the next level.

We are currently looking the following.

Lisburn/Belfast Area but not limited to this able to cover Northwest and UK if possible.

Groundwork Supervisor / Manager

Must have experience in main drainage, kerbing, main roads, concreting, fencing, and all services.

360 Digger Drivers General Groundworkers

Must have experience in main drainage, kerbing, fencing, foundation, house internal and external drainage.

Tarmac Working Foreman

Tarmac Squad

Also willing to do groundworks.

Pay structure and working hours: To be discussed at interview

Please send CVs to: admin@ehagroup.co.uk

SURVEYOR

• Schedule of multiple job lines. • Planning daily work schedules.

• Analysing job allocations to ensure efficient schedules, minimising mileage, and fuel consumption.

• Deal with any issues that arise, and problem solve effectively.

• Strong organizational and multitasking skills. • Excellent telephone manner.

• IT literate.

This is a part time position averaging around 6 hours work in total per week.

Working mainly from home the hours of work are flexible except for attendance at 6 evening council meetings per year.

Remuneration will be based on the National Association of Local Council Clerks pay scales and will be dependent on qualifications and experience.

The Clerk is a Proper Officer of the Council and as such is also the Responsible Financial Officer. Ovington is a small parish council with a budget of approximately £6,000 per annum.

Previous administrative experience is essential and the post requires good organisational, communication, MS Outlook, MS Word, MS Excel and book keeping skills.

Training will be available to anyone without relevant local government experience. 1-2-1 guidance is also available for the financial management of the parish budget and accounts.

Interested persons can find out more from the Chair of the Parish Council at: anne.hudson@live.co.uk

A copy of the Job description and specimen contract can be obtained from the Chair of the Parish Council.

Chief Executive Officer

(including Festival Coordinator for Express Yourself: North East Festival of Languages)

Hours: Part-time and flexible 9-20 days per month, depending on funding. Some evening or peak-period work may be required.

Monthly pay: £1,400 (9 days minimum) up to £3,000 (20 days), depending on Festival funding

Location: Working from home and mainly online, some meetings in Newcastle and North East and preference to be based in the North East

Contract: 12 months rolling freelance contract, subject to annual review and budget

What if your next freelance role allowed you to shape international opportunities for tens of thousands of children and young people, champion languages and cultures, and work at the heart of one of the UK’s most respected partnership models for schools?

International Newcastle CIC is seeking an experienced, values-driven Chief Executive Officer to lead the organisation into its next phase of development — a role that also includes coordinating the Express Yourself: North East Festival of Languages, the UK’s largest languages and cultures festival for schools.

As the current CEO is retiring, this is a rare and exciting opportunity for a senior freelance professional who wants flexibility, influence and real social impact.

Application details and recruitment pack are online here: https://internationalnewcastle.org.uk/ceo-recruitment-2

Closing date for applications:

5pm Monday 20th April 2026

Interviews: 6-8th May 2026 online

Interview outcome: Applicants informed by 11th May 2026

Proposed start date: 1st July 2026 (handover period in advance)

Outdoor Practitioner

Working Pattern: Mon-Fri Full Time 8am – 3pm with generous holiday allowance and pension scheme. Salary: £25,000 per annum actual salary

Hopefields is an Independent School for young people with aged 11 – 16 with additional complex and/or social, emotional and mental health needs.

Committed to improving the education and life chances for young people from across the Tees Valley and with a strong track record of transformative success for students, Hopefields is now seeking to recruit a suitably qualified outdoor learning practitioner to join our existing team.

We are looking for a dedicated professional to provide high-quality support to learners with diverse needs. This isn't a standard role; you will be an adult ready to connect with young people, building trusting relationships in a dynamic, outdoor setting.

This role takes place primarily in woodland, farmland and outdoor environments and therefore requires a strong commitment to working outdoors, setting up the areas required for Forest Schools education to take place. The Montana Project encompasses small and farm animal care, along with therapeutic work with horses and ponies at our purpose-built site. Consequently, the suitable candidate must be comfortable handling, and maintaining the healthcare of all animals and support students to do so in their learning journey.

The candidate will therefore have a love of the outdoors, animals and wildlife alongside an understanding of the natural environment, promoting strong connection with the local community and third sector organisations that work alongside our outreach programme.

Team members should be versatile, enthusiastic and flexible, with excellent communication and organisational skills and the ability to work independently, creatively and positively using their own initiative in this physically demanding role.

Please email: emily@hopefields.org.uk for an application pack.

Closing date: Friday 15th May 2026 at 3pm.

TEACHER - PMLD

Salary: £43,607

We are looking to appoint a teacher with PMLD experience to join our outstanding school. This is a part time role (4 days per week) and is required from September 2025

Haskel is a small independent special school catering for pupils between the age of 5 and 19 with a wide range of needs. We have a highly skilled team working to meet the individual needs of each of our pupils. We are able to offer a bespoke timetable to each pupil, taking into account their levels of ability, needs and interests.

Visits to school are welcomed.

To arrange a visit or to request an application form, please email vacancies@haskel.org.uk

SCHOOL BUSINESS MANAGER

Salary: £31,383 ‐ £35,059

The governing body of our large, innovative, aspirational, and nurturing primary school seek to appoint a School Business Manager. This is a rare opportunity for the right candidate to take up a key post alongside a hardworking, welcoming team in a school with wonderful pupils and supportive families.The role can be a 195 day or a 52/52 all year round contract possible on negotiation and discussion with the school. The school has just undergone a successful Ofsted inspection (February 24) and this is the perfect time for an expe‐rienced, enthusiastic candidate to join our team, develop their skills further and contribute to the future of our school.

Please see job description and personal speciﬁcation for further details including full responsibilities of the role by visiting: https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/DBS0404_24_School_Business_Manager_Amberley_Primary_School/265951.

Personal visits to our school are warmly welcomed, please contact the school oﬃce to ﬁnd out about dates/times for these. Candidates are also welcome to email the headteacher at: tony.rigg@amberleyprimary.co.uk should they have any questions regarding the role.

Please return completed applications Addressed to the Headteacher, Tony Rigg and returned to: oﬃce@amberleyprimary.co.uk

Interested applicants can get a ﬂavour of our lovely school by viewing our main ‘X’ (Twitter) page at @AMBERLEYPRIMARY or by visiting our website: www.amberleyprimary.co.uk

PROJECTS MANAGER

Salary: £34,373 per annum + 5% pension contribution to Organisation’s Pension Scheme.

Age UK County Durham is the ‘go to’ organisation for older people across County Durham. If you are looking to work for an inspirational organisation that puts its people at the heart of all it does, that offers progression and development, commitment and reward, Age UK County Durham is the organisation for you!

This opportunity would suit someone who has the natural ability to build relationships and possesses excellent organisational and leadership skills. You will have a positive can-do attitude and willingness to help with varied projects and challenges. You will be responsible for all direct engagement with the organisation’s beneficiaries, programmatic oversight and delivery, and effective reporting according to funder agreements and internal requirements. We are looking for an individual who is passionate about the organisation’s cause and committed to the work of Age UK County Durham. We are keen to find an individual who will lead the organisation’s programme delivery, growth and develop the organisation.

Based at our head office at Belmont Business Park, Durham DH1 1TW. This post will require you have access to a car and have a clean driving licence. If you have any problems completing the form or would like to have informal chat about the position before completing the forms, please let us know by calling: 0191 386 3856 and asking to speak to the Chief Executive Officer. The post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

For an application pack please download the forms from: https://www.ageuk.org.uk/countydurham/aboutus/work-for-us or contact us via: info@ageukcountydurham.org.uk

Closing date: Thursday 7 May 2026 @ 12noon

Interview date: Friday 15 May 2026

PRINCIPAL SOCIAL WORKER

Salary: Grade 14 £66,113 pa CQC Rated GOOD | Lead Meaningful Change | Excellent Career Opportunity

Are you ready to take the lead in transforming social work practice across a well-established, supportive, and ambitious Adult Social Care service?

Do you want to be at the forefront of driving innovation, championing strengths-based practice, and shaping the future of social work in a CQC-rated GOOD authority?

If so, North Tyneside Council would love to hear from you. Why this is an exciting opportunity

As our Principal Social Worker, you will play a pivotal role in elevating practice standards across all of our adult social care teams. This is a chance to lead a service where your expertise, passion, and innovation will shape how our workforce supports adults, families, and carers across North Tyneside.

You’ll influence strategic direction, design and lead our model of practice, and contribute to a culture where high-quality, strengths-based, person-centred social work thrives. This isn’t just a job, it’s your opportunity to drive positive change, champion professional excellence, and leave a lasting impact on practice quality and outcomes for residents.

For an informal conversation regarding the vacancy, please contact: Scott Woodhouse, Head of Business Assurance & Market Overightscott.woodhouse@northtyneside.gov.uk

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/Principal_Social_W orker/293593

OVINGTON PARISH COUNCIL PARISH CLERK

COMMISSIONING POLICY & PLANNING OFFICERS

Salary: Grade 12 - £44,075 - £48,226

Could you inspire peers, managers, providers and partners, and influence and transform our adult social care offer in Durham?

We’re the largest local authority in the North East and we’re re-modelling and re-framing our adult social care offer. We’re looking for a number of inspiring and dynamic officers to support our transformation journey.

We’re looking for innovative and creative Commissioning Policy & Planning Officers who can influence the development of commissioned services primarily for adult social care working closely with stakeholders, including local NHS partners through our partnership arrangements.

In the role, you will lead on key service areas, using co-production to ensure that services are both service user/ unpaid carer-led and outcome focused, in line with our strategic priorities.

You’ll be supported by our existing Strategic Commissioning Team and enjoy excellent working relationships with our Adult Care and Public Health service.

This is a temporary post until 31st March 2028 with potential 1 year extension.

WHAT IS INVOLVED?

• Lead on project management work, market shaping activity and effective provider engagement, supporting our work to deliver quality services, deliver efficiencies where required and meet local need and statutory requirements.

• Undertake activity related to all elements of the commissioning cycle.

• Strategically analyse, plan, design, deliver, manage and review specific areas of commissioning activity, including joint commissioning with other statutory agencies

• Ensure services meet people’s needs and outcomes, as well as providing value for money using budget management / financial skills

• Effectively communicate with and write reports for senior leaders and partners, present information and work with people at all levels both within and outside the organisation.

WHAT WILL I NEED?

• Degree or recognised professional qualification in social care / health / housing / social policy / research / management / education

• Energy, enthusiasm and ideas

• Substantial experience in a relevant commissioning role (including some policy or project work)

• Knowledge of social care, housing or health policy and practice

• A commitment to partnership working with other agencies / stakeholders and to co-producing commissioned services with Service Users / unpaid carers to achieve better outcomes.This is an opportunity to truly shape the future of adult social care. You’ll be at the forefront of practice and service change, helping to create an adult care offer where people can thrive — staff and service users alike.

If you’re ready to lead with purpose, drive transformation and make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you.

We encourage you to contact Neil Jarvis – Deputy Director of Delivery / Head of Commissioning via email at neil.jarvis@durham.gov.uk to arrange an informal discussion about the role.

OUR OFFER TO YOU

We offer a competitive rewards package that includes attractive salaries, a generous annual leave entitlement of 27 days (rising to 32 after five years’ continuous local government service), membership of the excellent contributory career average Local Government Pension Scheme, and a range of flexible working arrangements including hybrid working (home and office) where applicable. Explore the full range of rewards and benefits on our website

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/Commissioning_Policy_Planning_Officers/2 94674

Closing date: 5th May 2026

Interviews will be in held in person Week Commencing Monday 18th May 2026.

We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.

PROGRESSION COACH ‐TYNESIDE

Salary: £24,401

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic person with a keen interest in working with young people to join the Villiers Park team as a Progression Coach in our well‐established Tyneside hub.

Villiers Park is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion among our employees, volunteers, trustees and the communities we support.

While

If you’re passionate about learning and are seeking a rewarding job that makes a positive difference, this is the role for you.

The successful candidate

• Proven experience as a leader within a specialist school environment

• Up to date knowledge of current DfE guidance including Independent School Standards (ISS)

• Knowledge and understanding of autism and neurodiversity.

• Up to date knowledge of local and national government initiatives and legislation

• Quality assurance framework

• Strong and effective leadership qualities

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/Vice_Principal_V N576_/293445

CLERK AND RESPONSIBLE FINANCIAL OFFICER

Salary: SCP 24 - 28

Billinge Chapel End Parish Council are seeking a clerk and responsible financial officer on a basis of 18 hours per week. They are looking for someone with experience of working in local governance or a related field and who has a hands-on style along with good interpersonal, administrative, financial and ICT skills. The clerk is based in the public hall.

The job description and other relevant information can be downloaded on the parish council's website: https://billingeparishcouncil.gov.uk Applications should be made electronically, providing a CV, information about your experience, and stating how you meet the requirement for the post.

Lancaster Christ Church C of E Primary School

Highﬁeld, Derwent Road, Lancaster, LA1 3ES

Tel: 01524 60955

www.christchurch‐lancaster.lancs.sch.uk

ASSISTANT HEADTEACHER

Salary: L2 ‐ L7

Lancaster Christ Church C of E Primary School are seeking to appoint a motivated, passionate and caring Assistant Headteacher from 22nd April 2025 (or sooner, if possible). This is an exciting opportunity for a teacher who is ready to move to the next stage of their career and further develop their professional skills.

As a classroom teacher, the successful applicant is likely to be based in Reception, and therefore knowledge and understanding of the distinctive nature of this wonderful phase of a child’s education and development is essential. The successful applicant will have a proven track record as a highly eﬀective classroom practitioner and will be equipped to support and develop the school's Christian ethos and dis‐tinctiveness.

As Assistant Headteacher, the successful applicant will play a key role in ensuring the eﬀective implementation of our school curriculum, working closely with Subject Leaders to monitor teaching and learning, as well as ensuring regular liaison with Nominated Governors. They will also work with Middle and Senior Leaders to develop and embed assessment practices in order to monitor the impact of the cur‐riculum for all children.

The successful applicant will take on Subject Leader responsibility for Mathematics across the school. It is expected that while some applicants may already have experience of subject leadership of Maths, others may not. The priority is a proven record of subject leadership in their current school and the motivation and enthusiasm to continue their professional development in embracing a new role.

Application form available from: head@christchurch‐lancaster.lancs.sch.uk or via school website: https://www.christchurch‐lancaster.lancs.sch.uk/vacancies/

Further information can be obtained from the clerk at: clerk@billingeparishcouncil.gov.uk. Tel: 07483 325 064 BOLTON‐

ISR: L18 - L24, £78,702 - £91.158 - The

Please return completed applications either via email: head@christchurch‐lancaster.lancs.sch.uk or post: Lancaster Christ Church C of E Primary School, Derwent Road, Lancaster, LA1 3ES.

The Blackburn Diocesan application form should be submitted together with a supporting letter. Letters should not exceed three sides of A4, minimum size 12 font. CVs will not be accepted.

Mount Pleasant Lane, Bolton‐le‐Sands, Carnforth, LA5 8DT

Tel: 01524 823606

School website: blsschool.co.uk

Roll: 290

Willow

is seeking a

inspirational leader with passion and commitment, to be our Headteacher.

Willow Tree is a two form entry primary school with an accompanying nursery in the heart of a vibrant and diverse community. Willow Tree has an excellent reputation in the community for high educational standards and a nurturing approach. We are an inclusive school where we encourage children to play, develop their abilities and where behaviour and attitudes are outstanding (Ofsted, 2025).

As we embark on this journey to find our next Headteacher, we invite candidates who share our passion for education, our commitment to maintaining high academic standards and our child-centred approach to apply. We are encouraging applicants who possess strong, dynamic leadership skills and have a proven track record of leadership in underserved communities.

Visits to our school are positively encouraged. Please contact Elaine Patton, School Business Manager on 0161 921 2850 or e.patton@willowtree.salford.sch.uk to arrange your visit.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.greater.jobs/en-gb/job/75773333

HEADTEACHER

Salary: £71,330 to £84,699

This appointment follows the departure of our current Headteacher, who has recently accepted a Headship at another local school. We are looking for a compassionate and dynamic leader who will continue to build on our strong Christian foundation and our well‐established reputation for excellence in education, care and community.

Our new Headteacher will:

• Be a committed Christian who will uphold and develop our distinctive Christian vision and values

• Have a proven record of successful and eﬀective leadership in primary education

• Inspire and empower staﬀ and pupils to achieve their very best

• Lead with integrity, positivity and a genuine love for children

• Work collaboratively with governors, families, the parish and community to ensure every child ﬂourishes academically, socially and spiritually

We can oﬀer you:

• A talented,

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the school are warmly welcomed. To arrange an appointment, please contact Mrs Alison Barker, School Oﬃce Manager, on: 01524 823606.

For further details and an application form, please visit: https://schooljobs.lancashire.gov.uk/vacancyDetails.asp?id=198382 Please send completed applications to: schoolsrecruitment@lancashire.gov.uk

Engineering & Facilities Manager

Responsible for leading and continually developing the Engineering and Maintenance teams, working closely with the EHS and Operations departments to ensure alignment with overall business goals.

This role involves managing both in-house engineers and specialist contractors to deliver a robust Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) system and a structured preventative maintenance programme.

The postholder must ensure full legal compliance for all engineering activities, whether carried out internally or by third parties.

Operating within defined financial constraints, they will also support the preparation of budgets and oversee all financial aspects of the Engineering Department.

A key focus of the role is to develop, implement, and drive ongoing improvements in maintenance systems, Capex projects and engineering practices across the site.

Headteacher

Head Teacher Salary: Competitive

The Governing Board and Director of Elysium Training are seeking to appoint an inspirational, values-led Head Teacher to provide strategic leadership across our growing alternative education provision.

This is a rewarding and influential opportunity for an experienced leader who is passionate about improving outcomes for children and young adults with SEND and SEMH needs.

About Us Elysium Training is a Specialist Provider of Alternative Education based in the heart of Leigh. We support learners with SENDprimarily those with SEMH needswho have experienced challenges in traditional educational environments.

Our vocationally focused curriculum specialises in construction pathways, alongside Functional Skills, Careers Education and Preparation for Adulthood.

About The Role As Head Teacher, you will:

• Provide strategic and operational leadership across the organisation

• Ensure high-quality teaching, learning and curriculum development

• Lead safeguarding arrangements for children, young adults and adults at risk, working in line with KCSIE (2025), Working Together to Safeguard Children (2023), and the Care Act (2014)

• Drive improvement, culture and quality assurance, securing readiness for Ofsted

• Lead a committed staff team and nurture a values-led learning environment

• Strengthen partnerships with local authorities, mainstream schools, employers and specialist services

• Oversee resource planning, operational systems and long-term organisational sustainability

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• Be a member of the senior management team.

• Assist the Headteacher in managing the school

• Support and represent the headteacher at meetings as and when required

• Undertake the professional duties of the headteacher during his/her absence

• Undertake such duties as are delegated by the Headteacher

• Play a major role under the overall direction of the Headteacher in formulating and reviewing Mission Statement, Development Plan, aims and objectives of the school by:

‐ establishing the policies through which they shall be achieved

‐ managing staﬀ and resources to that end

‐ monitoring progress towards their achievement.

School Visits are encouraged ‐ to arrange please contact Mr M White, Executive Head Teacher by email to: stmaries@knowsley.gov.uk

For Full vacancy details and forms ‐please visit our school website and ﬁnd them under Vacancies: https://stmariescps.co.uk

Closing Date: Thursday, April 30th, 2026 Closing Time: 12:000pm

AIRFLOW CONTROL BMS ENGINEER

Critical Airflow Europe Ltd. is the UK leader in delivering safe energy efficient laboratory control and critical airflow applications, our systems ensure the environmental integrity and energy efficiency by integrating pressurisation control, temperature, humidity, hazardous exhaust and demand side ventilation. We have delivered hundreds of projects within the UK, saving millions of tons carbon and dramatically reducing the carbon footprint for our clients.

ROLE

In this Hybrid position, you'll be responsible for delivering airflow control BMS services-including design, commissioning, maintenance, and technical support-across projects and service contracts. You'll be instrumental in supporting our growing client base while collaborating with colleagues.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Commission and maintain airflow control BMS (Tridium based product)

• Diagnose and resolve faults across a variety of applications.

• Provide expert technical support and develop effective solutions to meet client needs.

• Collaborate with our project teams to ensure smooth and efficient project delivery.

• Produce clear technical documentation such as commissioning reports, system schematics, and O&M manuals.

• Responding and following up and closing out on customer enquiries.

• Responsible for ensuring that all works are completed to the highest quality standards.

• Responsible for ensuring that all works are completed in accordance the site safety standards including works completed by Critical Airflow sub-contractors.

• Good Documentation Practices

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://essltd.ie/careers/

Who We Are Looking For We welcome applications from senior leaders who are:

• Experienced in alternative provision, SEMH/SEND education, school or FE settings

• Skilled in leading safeguarding for both children and young adults

• Values-driven, relational and committed to trauma-informed practice

• Strategic thinkers able to lead organisational improvement and change

• Confident in curriculum design, workforce development and partnership-building

• Motivated to shape real pathways into employment, training and adulthood

For further details and an application form, please visit: https://www.greater.jobs/en-gb/job/75773716

Please send your completed application form to: Terri.fletcher@elysiumtraining.co.uk

Headteacher

Salary: £60,644 to £75,675

We are a small independent school based in Wigan, part of Expanse Group Ltd. Expanse is a thriving organisation, committed to supporting staff professional development and wellbeing. Expanse has grown rapidly since opening in 2014, now comprising of one school, two colleges and a forest school. Expanse School works with students 11-16 years with additional needs such as Autism and ADHD. Recent developments include an on-site vocational centre, therapy suite and the opportunity for students to visit our forest school site as part of their usual timetable.

We are seeking to appoint a Headteacher to lead ELWS. The successful candidate will be passionate about reducing inequalities in education, special educational needs and secondary education. They will be an outstanding, inspirational senior leader, they will motivate, challenge and empower our school team, they will be an outstanding classroom practitioner, they will display the highest levels of integrity and uphold the highest level of commitment to quality, policy, procedure and safeguarding. We very much encourage you to visit us, we will be happy to show you around.

Main Responsibilities

The Headteacher is accountable to the Board of Governors and the Governing Advisory Body for ensuring the educational success of the school within the framework of Expanse Learnings strategic plans, values, operating principles, policies and procedures. The Headteacher will provide professional leadership and management to the school and must maintain a culture that promotes excellence, equality and high expectations for all students.

Company Benefits

• Access to CPD to support you in your role.

• Full School Holiday Package

• Pension Sacrifice Scheme

• Opportunities for career development.

• Access to BUPA healthcare.

• NEST Pension scheme.

• Access to Employee Assistance Programme.

• Employee annual wellbeing day.

To apply please visit https://www.expanselearning.co.uk/job-opportunities or to please contact richard.king@expansegroup.co.uk to make an appointment to visit our school or to hold an informal conversation about the role. Please ensure you leave your name and contact details.

Specialist Resourced Provision Lead

Are you ready to make a real difference for pupils with SEND?

The local governing body of Ellenborough Academy are looking for a passionate and experienced teacher to lead our Specialist Resourced Provision (RP). This role is an exciting opportunity to develop, manage, and enhance a high-quality RP, supporting children with Autistic Spectrum Conditions (ASC) and Communication & Interaction needs to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

As the Specialist Resourced Provision Lead, you will:

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for the RP.

• Support the school SENCO and lead staff in delivering outstanding teaching and interventions.

• Develop inclusive practice across the school and contribute to trust-wide SEND expertise.

• Build strong partnerships with parents, carers, and external professionals.

We are looking for a candidate who is:

• Experienced in teaching pupils with SEND and ASC.

• Skilled in leading or managing a specialist provision.

• Committed to inclusion, pupil progress, and staff development.

• Collaborative, empathetic, and solutions focused.

We can offer you:

• A brilliant opportunity to progress your career in a school with a real family feel

• A committed staff who put our children first and centre

• An opportunity to work within the supportive collaborative network of the Good Shepherd Trust Interested?

For further information or an informal discussion, please contact: Michelle Dover Headteacher –01900 812931 or e-mail: head@ellenborough.cumbria.sch.uk

The Good Shepherd Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.

BSW are hiring for positions in Dalbeattie & Fort William

Visit vacancies.bsw.co.uk or scan the QR to ﬁnd out more

Lead Stroke Nurse Salary: £41,000 Per Annum

Every day, people with chest, heart, and stroke conditions leave hospital feeling scared and alone. At Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland (CHSS), we’re on a mission to change that-and you can be part of it.

As Lead Stroke Nurse - Borders, you’ll play a vital role in helping people move from simply surviving to truly living. You’ll join Scotland’s leading charity supporting people with chest, heart, and stroke conditions to live life to the full.

Our Stroke Nurse service is part of CHSS’s Community Healthcare Support services, offering person-centred care underpinned by self-management principles for individuals and families affected by stroke. The Stroke Nurse will work in close partnership with the NHS Borders Stroke Service, ensuring seamless support across hospital and community settings. In this role, you will manage a caseload of stroke patients, delivering high-quality, person-centred care. You will lead and support a team of Stroke Nurses and Health Care Assistants, ensuring that service delivery meets organisational standards and performance targets. Additionally, you will champion continuous improvement in line with our No Life Half Lived strategy.

We’re looking for a clinically qualified professional who is registered the Nursing and Midwifery Council. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of stroke care and patient support, along with proven experience in a management role. A management or leadership qualification is desirable but not essential.

Applicants must hold a full, clean driving licence with access to their own vehicle, as driving is essential for this role.

If you need the application form as a Word document, in larger print, audio form, Braille or in another language, please contact us by phone: 0131 225 6963 or email: recruitment@chss.org.uk

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.chss.org.uk/about-us/work-with-us/

Please note CVs will not be accepted.

HGV TECHNICIANS

Inspections and repairs to customer vehicles and all usual workshop duties.

We would also be interested in experienced car technicians looking to further their careers in working on HGV vehicles.

Fast Track training in this field would also be given.

Day shift 8am - 5pm

Back shift 1pm - 10pm Saturday till 12 noon (at time and a half)

Overtime is available on all shifts, at time and a half.

New competitive hourly rate.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://hijobs.net/job/390646/hgv-technicians

flexible approach to work. Understanding that you may undertake additional or other duties necessary to meet the needs of the company

• Previous experience of the timber industry is advantageous

Please email a copy of your CV if you are interested in applying to: lockerbie.recruitment@jamesjones.co.uk

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Where compassion becomes a career

For more than 150 years, CrossReach has been part of communities across Scotland, oﬀering care, connection and hope to people when they need it most. Today, that work continues through thousands of dedicated people who believe in showing kindness, dignity and respect every single day.

When you join CrossReach, you are not just taking a job. You are becoming part of something bigger. A values‐led organisation that puts people ﬁrst and believes everyone deserves to feel safe, supported and valued.

We oﬀer a wide range of roles across Scotland, supporting older people, children and families, adults with learning disabilities and people with additional support needs. Whether you are starting out, returning to work or looking for a new direction, your life experience, empathy and strengths matter here.

You will be supported by welcoming teams, given opportunities to learn and grow, and trusted to make a real diﬀerence in people’s lives. This is work with purpose, where what you do every day truly matters.

Your journey. Their future. A career that changes lives.

Discover our current opportunities and take the ﬁrst step towards a career with meaning at crossreach.org.uk/careers

Press Toolmakers / Trainee Toolmakers

Salary: £480 to £760 Weekly

We are looking to recruit Fully experienced Press Tool Makers and also Trainee Press Toolmakers.

Potential trainees would preferably have previous experience in the engineering sector, and be familiar with using engineering machinery.

Excellent working environment and working conditions.

For further details and to apply, please email: gordono@ryelandtoolmakers.co.uk

Duties include litter clearance from public

Would suit someone who likes being hands-on, working outside and walking!

There would be some supervisory oversight of work colleagues. 37 hours per week Mon-Sat; £15.06 p/h. (SCP13) Driving Licence essential.

Please send c.v. with covering hand-written letter to Billingshurst Parish Council

Billingshurst Community & Conference Centre

Or via email: council@billingshurst.gov.uk

If you would like an informal chat about this role please ring: 01403 782555

Principal Planning Policy Officer

Salary: Band 10 - £42,838 - £47,181 p.a. plus a market supplement of £4,259 per annum subject to review

Planning and Economic Growth is dedicated to leading the sustainable development of our city, enabling it to deliver sustainable growth and meet present and future needs whilst improving its environment and everyone’s quality of life.

Your new role

As a Principal Planning Officer, you will play a lead role in shaping Portsmouth’s future by driving the preparation of the new Local Plan, which will guide development across the city for the next fifteen years. You will lead on key aspects of the preparation, monitoring and review of the Local Plan and other development plan documents. You will lead on research and analysis to support the preparation of the Local Plan as well as responding to planning legislation and guidance. Working directly with the Head of Planning Policy, you will take ownership of complex policy issues that influence the city’s social, economic and environmental priorities.

The role involves representing the Council at planning meetings and providing evidence and written representations for public examinations. You will work collaboratively with colleagues, elected Members, neighbouring authorities and other stakeholders. You will also support and mentor junior planning staff, contribute to cross departmental work, and demonstrate flexibility in supporting wider planning functions when required.

If you would like to discuss this role in more detail with the hiring manager, please contact Lucy Howard, Head of Planning Policy on 07393 804702

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://searchjobs.portsmouth.gov.uk/jobs/job/PrincipalPlanning-Policy-Officer/1346

Eynsham Parish Council requires a full time

Parish Clerk

Salary Range: SCP 29 to 36

£37,336 - £44,428(pending national pay award) plus LGPS pension (additional points awarded for qualifications)

Eynsham Parish Council is looking to appoint a new Clerk to the Council.

This is an exciting and demanding full-time role requiring leadership, local government expertise and excellent communication skills.

Flexibility is essential as the post includes evening and weekend work.

*Please note, depending on the volume of applications received, this vacancy may close early. *

For further details please visit:eynsham-pc.gov.uk or contact either Richard Wilkins (Deputy Clerk) on 07956 901622 Or Cllr Ross Macken (Council Chair) on 07899 964760

School Business Manager

Business Manager for the half term.

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Business Manager

The Business Manager will work closely with the Headteacher and

caring, cheerful and conscientious disposition

• Shows resilience and determination

• Has a good sense of humour

We can offer

• A school that has a warm, caring ethos

• Happy, well motivated children

• A skilled and dedicated team of teachers and support staff, committed to doing the best for all the children in the school

• Children with exemplary behaviour as commented on by Ofsted 2023

• A supportive leadership team and governing body with a commitment to your professional development.

Visits to the school are welcome and warmly encouraged. Please contact the school office on: 01489 572393 to make an appointment.

For an information pack and

VACANCY for SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL OPERATIVE

Loving Learning, Loving Life, Loving God's World

Headteacher

Salary: The indicative pay salary is set at L15 –L21* £73,105 – £83,860

The governing body would welcome applications from those interested in the position either as a full time post or as a job-share.

Due to the retirement of our current headteacher in July 2026, we are looking for an enthusiastic, inspirational and transformational leader to become our next headteacher - someone who will build on our current success, champion our Christian values and lead our church school with vision and compassion.

St. James’ Primary School is situated in Emsworth, on the Hampshire/West Sussex border, a wonderful part of the country. We have excellent transport links to Chichester and Portsmouth and beyond.

This is an exceptional opportunity to guide a thriving and forward-thinking school into its next exciting chapter, working with the whole school community to shape the lives of our remarkable children and the dedicated staff who support them.

Can you bring care, commitment, a sense of humour, positivity, professional experience and understanding to this role? If so, we would love to hear from you!

Please browse our website and get in touch so you can come and see our wonderful school for yourself. www.stjems.org.uk

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact the School Business Manager, Johanna Haskell, jhaskell@stjamesprimaryemsworth.co.uk or telephone 01243 372715 to make arrangements.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://south.educationjobs.org.uk/jobs/job/Headteacher/9920

Headteacher

Salary: L8 - L14

The governors of Wood Farm Primary and the Slade Nursery Schools are looking for an ambitious, creative and dedicated professional to join us as Headteacher of the nursery school.

The Slade Nursery School is a highly successful and vibrant early years setting, serving the diverse Headington community in Wood Farm, Oxford. Federated with the adjoining primary school, and located in beautiful modern accommodation, this is a unique and exciting opportunity for an aspiring leader to take their first step into headship within a supportive and collaborative environment. Our new headteacher will join a staff team committed to giving every one of our children a world-class early education – whatever their background and starting points – and will benefit from the support and mentoring of an exceptional Executive Headteacher, making this an ideal opportunity for someone stepping into headship for the first time

We want a Headteacher who will:

• Be an excellent teacher, with strengths in working with children across the full early years age range, and who is able to lead and inspire our children and staff

• Be an ambitious leader, who will continue to develop our outstanding school on the next stage of its journey

• Bring experience of working and thriving in a similar diverse community

• Have a strong, clear vision of the importance of high-quality nursery education

• Be dedicated to the progress and well-being of all children

Visits are encouraged, by prior arrangement. Please contact Lynn Wyatt, Nursery School Administrator, by phone (01865 750670) or email (office.1011@slade-nurs.oxon.sch.uk) to arrange a visit or if you would like to arrange an informal conversation about this post.

A recruitment pack giving further information, including a job description and person specification can be downloaded from our website at: https://www.sladenurseryschool-headington.org.uk/Vacancies/

To apply, please complete an Oxfordshire County Council application form. Completed application forms must be emailed to sbm.2589@wood-farm.oxon.sch.uk

Headteacher Inclusion Leader

and attitudes to learning.” Ofsted, June 2024

Are you passionate about making sure every child enjoys school, is supported and able to thrive? We are looking for an exceptional

Inclusion Leader to join our senior leadership team and champion the needs of all learners across our school community

As our Assistant Headteacher for Inclusion, you will lead on:

SEND Provision

Ensuring high‐quality inclusive practice across the school and working closely with staﬀ, families and external agencies to secure the best outcomes for pupils.

Safeguarding Serving as the Designated Safeguarding Lead, promoting a culture of awareness, care and informed, reﬂective enquiry across the school.

Attendance Leading the attendance strategy, supporting families and ensuring every child is able to access learning consistently and conﬁdently.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has strong primary experience in SEND and/or leadership with a deep understanding of inclusive practice

• Brings a knowledge of safeguarding and a commitment to keeping children safe

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• Understands the importance of attendance and can work proactively with families

Houghton Regis Town Council

About Houghton Regis Houghton

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CVs will not be accepted.

For further information, please contact: Email: louise.senior@houghtonregis-tc.gov.uk

Telephone: 01582 708540

TRAINEE YOUTH MANAGER

Salary: £17 per hour

We are looking for a Trainee Youth Manager to join The Bungalow Youth Project — a development role combining hands-on youth work with learning how to lead and sustain a youth organisation.

This is an opportunity to grow into a leadership role while delivering youth sessions, building relationships, and developing the skills needed to support the wider organisation.

The work is engaging, sometimes challenging, and always meaningful.

SENIOR YOUTH SUPPORT WORKER

Salary: £15 per hour

We are looking for a Senior Youth Support Worker to join The Bungalow Youth Project — a youth-led, relational space where young people come not just to take part, but to belong.

This role builds on session delivery by supporting the development of high-quality youth work, contributing to planning, and helping to create consistency across sessions.

The work is engaging, sometimes challenging, and always meaningful.

LEAD YOUTH SUPPORT WORKER

Salary: £13 per hour

We are looking for a Lead Youth Support Worker to join The Bungalow Youth Project — a youth-led, relational space where young people come not just to take part, but to belong.

This role is focused on delivering consistent, welcoming youth sessions and building strong, trusted relationships with young people.

The work is engaging, sometimes challenging, and always meaningful.

If you’d like an informal discussion about the role, please contact Fanny Jackson on 07543670098 or for more information please visit thebungalowyouthproject

To apply for these positions please download and complete the attached application form on our website: jointhebungalowyouthproject and return via email or posting to; The Bungalow Youth Project, Victoria Park Lodge, Buckfastleigh, Devon, TQ11 0DB.

Completed application forms should be returned to: info@thebungalowyouthproject.co.uk

We are not looking for perfect applications – we are interested in you and how you relate to young people.

Closing Date: 30th April 2026.

Interview

and will be confirmed.

Head of Amenities and Assets

Salary: £39,152 - £44,075 a year - Full-time

Full-time, 37 hours per week

Includes some evening/weekend/out-of-hours working on a management rota

Are you a confident leader who thrives on responsibility, brings structure and calm to busy operational services and wants to shape the future of a thriving coastal community?

Minehead Town Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Head of Amenities & Assets to lead the strategic and operational delivery of our public realm, environmental services and community assets. Following the expansion of the Council’s direct control over parks, open spaces and local facilities, this is a senior leadership role with substantial influence over how Minehead’s environment is cared for, improved and invested in. Your role will directly shape the quality, character and resilience of the town’s most valued public spaces.

Administration Officer

Full-time - (some evening meetings/events)

Salary: £26,403 - £28,598 (SCP 7–12)

Are you organised, friendly, digitally confident and great at keeping a busy office running smoothly?

Minehead Town Council is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Administration Officer to play a key role in delivering high-quality administrative, governance, digital and community support across the organisation. This is a varied and rewarding role at the heart of the Council’s day to day operations, helping ensure our services run professionally, efficiently and with a strong customer focus.

For an informal conversation about the roles, please contact the Deputy Town Clerk on: 01643 707213. There is no fixed closing dates for these roles. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the vacancies will remain open until the right candidate is appointed.

Full job description and person specification available on our website: https://mineheadtowncouncil.gov.uk/careers-councillorscontracts/staff-vacancies

ESTATE MANAGER

Salary: £48,226 - £57,139 (SCP 37 – 45)

Warminster Town Council is one of England's leading town councils, recognised with a National Association of Local Councils Gold Award. With a substantial annual budget of approximately £2 million, assets of £6 million, a population of 18,000 and a dedicated team of over 30 staff, the council has a strong track record of continuous improvements to community facilities and services.

We are seeking a proactive, flexible, and conscientious senior leader to join our management team as an estate manager. This is a key position where you will provide strategic oversight of the council's estates, assets, and outdoor services. The role is based at Warminster Civic Centre.

Working closely with the senior management team, you will serve as a trusted advisor to the council, responsible for ensuring our public buildings, parks, landholdings, and operational infrastructure are safe, efficient, and fully compliant with all relevant legislation. Your work will be crucial in delivering tangible value to our community.

This role includes entry into the Local Government Pension Scheme.

To apply, please download the application form and job specification from: https://warminster-tc.gov.uk/council/job-vacancies/

Alternatively, you can request the documents by contacting the Town Clerk:

Address: Warminster Civic Centre, Sambourne Road, Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12 8LB

Email: townclerk@warminster-tc.gov.uk Telephone: 01985 214847

Lead EHO (Environmental Protection and Built Environment)

Salary: £46,142 - £53,460 per annum

You will be supported by the Head of Service, the Service Manager and work alongside other Lead and Senior Officers in Licensing, Private Sector Housing, Food, Health and Safety.

Summary of main duties

• Manage, motivate and support the environmental protection team to provide a high quality customer focused service

• Support high quality sustainable development

• Protect our heritage and a high quality natural environment

• Provide public confidence in the planning enforcement system

• Provide the governance arrangements, strategies and interventions to support the local community safety partnership

We would love to have the chance to talk about the opportunity on offer so, for an informal conversation, please contact Daryl Littlejohns, Service Manager (Environmental Health) - 01271 388408

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.northdevon.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers

Closing date: 8th May 2026

Interview date: 20/21 May 2026

If you have not heard by the interview date, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Lead for Alternative Provision/Designated Safeguarding Lead/SENCO

£40,270 ‐ £45,828 per annum

Communities CIC is an award‐winning, not‐for‐profit organisation working at the intersection of creativity, media and youth development. We create empowered, confident, and resilient communities of young people, equipping them with the aspirations and skills to shape a better and fairer future. As a Community Interest Company Limited by Guarantee, all profit from our activities is re‐invested into the communities we serve.

The Role Sound Communities are looking to employ a senior leader who can demonstrate the core values of our organisation in our mis‐sion to work and develop the aspirations of vulnerable young peo‐ple. We are looking for a values‐led educational leader with a proven track record in Alternative Provision, SEND or inclusion.

This is a pivotal, hands‐on leadership role that will lead and develop the culture, operations, and strategic direction of our biggest strand of work, alongside our other strands.

You will drive both strategy and delivery, leading the delivery of high‐quality alternative provision. You will be the lynchpin in partnerships with schools, commissioners, families, and community partners ‐ ensuring that every young person receives personalised support and meaningful progress towards positive outcomes.

You will additionally oversee safeguarding across the whole organisation, demonstrating exceptional diligence and professionalism in all aspects of wellbeing and safety for young people and staﬀ

You will work closely with the Operations Manager, Learning Lead, Director(s), Admin Lead and Strategic Impact Lead. You will have access to ongoing supervision and opportunities for professional development.

If you would like further information and an informal discussion about the job role, please contact: admin@soundcommunities.co.uk to arrange a time to speak to our Director, Mike Cook.

Further details about our organisation and an application form are available on our website: https://soundcommunities.co.uk/

Please download the application form which can be downloaded from our website and once completed send to admin@soundcommunities.co.uk Closing date: 14th May 2026

children and young people up to the age of 25. This includes drafting and ﬁnalising Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), overseeing reviews, and ensuring statutory processes are met.

Working alongside SEND specialists, caseworkers, family workers and educational psychologists, you’ll also build strong links with social care, inclusion and early help colleagues. You will work in collaboration with our education providers to ensure our children and young people have access to the right support at the right time. Maintaining accurate records, managing complex cases and putting children and families at the centre of your work will all be key parts of your day.

For an informal discussion about this role please contact:

Gaynor Howlett – Learning and Belonging Service Manager

Dorchester and West Locality

• Gaynor.howlett@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk

• 01258 474053

Or Amanda Conolly – Learning and Belonging Service Manager North Locality

• Amanda.conolly@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk

• 01258 474054

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.jobs.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/vacancies/34921/send‐pro‐vision‐lead.html

Closing date: 3rd May 2026

Wind Turbine Technician

Location: Narberth, Pembrokeshire (Sir Benfro)

Do you have a background in mechanical/electrical engineering and are looking for your next career challenge?

Are you a team player, committed and level-headed?

…then training as a Wind Turbine Technician is for you!

• Unique and challenging mechanical/electrical work

• This role will involve majorly working away Mon-Fri

• Working-away bonuses apply

• Ever-changing working environment

• Full training and certification

Cover letter to include:

• A brief description of why you are a good fit for this role

• How your relevant skills and experience meet the job requirements (please refer to the job description)

• Why do you want to work for this company?

• Demonstrate that you live within a commutable distance. You will be required to travel to your ‘base’ of work.

Applications that do not contain the above criteria will not be considered.

To apply please send your CV to: info@naturalgen.co.uk

and the respect they show to staﬀ is commendable'. The school is a caring and family community.

Being part of the Ysgol Bro Hyddgen team means working in a community atmosphere where honesty and transparency are core principles. Being loyal to the team is key to ensuring that we work together eﬀectively to achieve the best together. We strongly believe that the participation of all members of our community is at the core of ensuring a happy and prosperous school and we feel responsibility and pride towards our community on all occasions.

This is a unique opportunity for an individual, who wants to develop and cultivate a broad experience of leadership in a school in transition.

The school has already embarked on its journey along the Welsh language continuum and there are plans by the Local Authority to ensure that there is a brand‐new building, on one site, soon. There is therefore an opportunity to promote bilingual excellence and enrich the lives of our pupils and community.

This is a unique opportunity to help shape the school's future as it embarks on its journey along the Welsh language continuum, promoting bilingual excellence and enriching the lives of our students and community. If you are passionate about innovative education, committed to nurturing a thriving Welsh‐speaking environment, and eager to inspire the next generation of conﬁdent, bilingual learners, we would love to hear from you.

To apply for the role please visit: www.powys.gov.uk or email: recruitment@powys.gov.uk

Closing date for applications: May 4th, 2026

Shortlisting: May 5th, 2026

Interviews: May 14th, 2026

OM DELIVERY

Salary: OM1 - £67,055 - £81,255

About The Service

We currently have an opportunity for a skilled and experienced Operational Manager to join our Senior Management team to oversee the delivery of our projects.

About the job

What We Are Looking For From You

You will be expected to manage resources effectively whilst achieving high levels of performance and outcomes, sharing our vision of delivery high quality, sustainable and energy efficient new homes.

For furthr details and to apply, please visit: https://www.jobscardiffcouncil.co.uk/jobs/om-delivery-deg00003?lang=en_GB

Closing date: 13th May 2026

Strategic Commissioning and Projects Manager (Children's)

Salary: Grade 14 Point 41 to Point 43 £52,413 to £54,495 per annum £27.16 to £28.24 per hour

About the role:

Strategic Commissioning and Project Manager, Flying Start, Early Help and Parenting plays a crucial role in planning and implementing services aimed at supporting children, young people, and their families which include: Overseeing the effective delivery of the Flying Start program, including childcare, health visiting, parenting support, and early language development.

About you:

Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop long-term plans and strategies to improve early help services.

Leadership and Management: Strong leadership skills to inspire and motivate teams, along with effective management of resources and staff.

Collaboration and Partnership Building: Skills in building and maintaining partnerships with various stakeholders, including local authorities, health services, and community organisations.

Analytical Skills: Ability to analyse data and evaluate the effectiveness of services to ensure they meet the desired outcomes.

Communication: Excellent communication skills to convey strategies, plans, and outcomes to a wide range of audiences.

Knowledge of Legislation and Policies: In-depth knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and best practices in children’s services, Flying Start and early help.

What you will do: Overseeing the effective delivery of the Flying Start program, including childcare, health visiting, parenting support, and early language development.

Developing and implementing strategic plans to ensure objectives and targets are fully met.

Ensuring the quality and sufficiency of services provided, including training and qualifications for staff.

Working with various stakeholders, including local health boards, voluntary and private sectors, to ensure integrated service delivery.

Performance monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness through performance monitoring and reporting.

Governance and Compliance - Ensuring compliance with relevant policies and regulations, and maintaining proper governance structures.

Engaging with the community to understand their needs and ensure support and services are is accessible to hard-to-reach groups

If you have any questions about the role, please contact:

Joanna Harris

Senior Strategic Commissioning Manager 01597 826063

joanna.harris@powys.gov.uk

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://en.powys.gov.uk/view-job?id=601433r4t6&lang=USA

Closing date: 26/04/2026

SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER

Salary: Grade 9 - £45,091 - £48,226

The post is for a fixed-term period until the 31st of March 2028.

The Change Delivery Team, based within the Resources Directorate, is made up of Project Managers and Senior Business Analysts and plays a key role in delivering projects and business change initiatives across the Council. About the job

We are looking to recruit a Senior Project Manager to work within this team to help deliver the Council’s new Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP) solution. The new ERP solution will deliver the Council’s core Finance, Procurement, HR and Payroll services and needs to be implemented no later than the 1st of April 2028.

The transformation required will have significant complexity and challenge involved, particularly across technology, business readiness, and the associated cultural change. For many service areas, the introduction of standard digital tools and data-driven processes will represent a step change in how they work. The Council must ensure that this change is managed carefully, focussing on getting the basics right, supporting staff through new ways of working, and designing a future operating model that is sustainable, efficient, and digitally enabled.

This role will be focused on the business change part of the ERP Programme, and we therefore require someone who has significant experience in delivering change across several service areas, including schools.

You will work closely with senior managers across the Council to deliver the required change and ensure appropriate reporting on the progress of the programme to relevant project boards.

What We Are Looking For From You

The successful candidate will:

• have experience of delivering business change.

• have experience of programme/project governance and stakeholder management including communication of vision, rationale for change and conflict resolution.

• have experience of managing, coaching, supporting and assisting others.

If you require further information, please contact Dean Thomas, Operational Manager, on 07583 132282 or email dean.thomas@cardiff.gov.uk

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.jobscardiffcouncil.co.uk/jobs/senior-project-manager-res01493-1?lang=en_GB

DEPUTY HEADTEACHER - LEARNING AND SKILLS

We are looking for a Deputy Headteacher to join our school.

If you are a current Leader with a passion and moral purpose for making a difference, this may be the role for you.

Required for September 2026 (or earlier by mutual agreement)

DIRPRWY BENNAETHDYSGU A SGILIAU

Rydym yn chwilio am Ddirprwy Bennaeth i ymuno â'n hysgol.

Os ydych chi'n Arweinydd cyfredol sydd â brwdfrydedd a phwrpas moesol dros wneud gwahaniaeth, efallai mai dyma'r rôl i chi.

Yn ofynnol ar gyfer mis Medi 2026 (neu'n gynharach trwy gytundeb cydfuddiannol)

Experienced Mechanical Fitter

to help service and repair all types of machine type equipment both in-house and off site when required.

A sound mechanical knowledge is essential preferably with a good understanding of hydraulics and pneumatics.

Working Hours: Mon - Fri 8am – 5pm.

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Please email a current CV with employment history to paul@pgmac.co.uk

PG Mac Ltd, Unit B, Sandars Road, Heapham Road Industrial Estate, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire DN21 1RZ Tel: 01427 810250 www.pgmac.co.uk

School Business Manager

enthusiastic, proactive and highly organised School Business Manager who will play a pivotal role in both the strategic leadership and the day‐to‐day operational management of our busy, kind and caring primary school.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who

cient management of school ﬁnances, human resources, premises, health and safety and administrative systems. The School Business Manager will:

• Lead and manage the school’s ﬁnancial strategy and day‐to‐day ﬁnancial opera

ﬃcient administration

• Contribute to the continued growth and development of our primary school including our school nursery and our busy wrap‐around provision

• Lead and manage safeguarding procedures within the school oﬃce infrastructure

For further details and an application form, please visit: https://guiseleyprimary.schooljotter2.com Completed forms should be emailed directly to: oﬃce@guiseleyprimary.org CVs are not accepted.

You are warmly invited to visit our school, and find out more about us, by prior arrangement. To make an appointment please contact the school office via email to office@guiseleyprimary.org or by telephone 01943 873359.

The closing date for completed application forms is Friday 24th April 2026. The assessment and interview day will take place on Wednesday 6th May 2026.

Assistant Project Manager – Transport Projects Salary: Career Grade 8/9 Level 1 ‐ 4 (£34,301 to £42,849) per annum)

We are expanding our Transport Projects team and are seeking 4 Assistant Project Managers to help deliver improvements that make a real diﬀerence in our city.

York is a place that oﬀers a truly unique blend of historic character and forward‐looking infrastructure that makes it an energising place for any Project Engineering or Project Management professional to further their career.

From Roman walls, medieval streets, and Victorian rail heritage with an active commitment to sustainable mobility, smart‐city innovation, and major regeneration projects.

Reporting to a Senior Project Manager or Programme Manager,

Guiseley Primary School

Specialist Habilitation Officer for Children & Young People

(C/YP)

Level 1

Salary: Grade 10 Point 27 to Point 29 £38,220 to £39,862 per annum £19.81 to £20.66 per hour

About the role:

Supporting children and young people (CYP) with visual, hearing, multi-sensory and physical impairments to learn, as appropriate to each individual, safe, independent movement and/or travel, to develop daily living skills, and to gain the knowledge and confidence needed in order to participate in their wider communities.

About you:

You will have experience of assessment needs/risk assessment, environmental audits, mobility, independence. You will also have experience of working with CYP who have a range of additional learning needs. You will have a commitment to developing fair, respectful, trusting, supportive and constructive relationships with CYP and their families.

What you will do:

Assess the habilitation needs of CYP supported by the local authority sensory service. Providing advice, information and assistance to parents, carers, school staff and others in close contact with the CYP in order to ensure consolidation of any implemented training programmes.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact: Martha Rees – Inclusion Manager for Sensory Services. Martha.rees@powys.gov.uk

This position has a requirement for an Enhanced DBS Check

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://en.powys.gov.uk/view-job?id=096685qnqL&lang=USA

Investment Manager

Salary: Grade 11 Level 1 ‐ 4 (£50,620 to £57,611 per annum)

Are you passionate about improving homes and communities? Do you have the vision and leadership to drive forward ambitious housing investment programmes? We’re looking for an experienced and innovative Investment Manager to join our Building Services department and lead the delivery of high‐impact projects that enhance the quality of life for our residents.

About the Role

As Investment Manager, you will play a pivotal leadership role in procuring, and delivering a diverse portfolio of housing investment projects. These include internal and external home upgrades, energy eﬃciency schemes and rooﬁng and window replacements. You will ensure our homes meet high standards of quality, safety, and sustainability—while keeping customer satisfaction and inclusion at the heart of everything we do.

You will also contribute to the strategic development of the Council’s Social Housing Asset Management Strategy and Housing Energy Eﬃciency Strategy, helping us meet our long‐term goals for sustainable, high‐quality housing.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end‐to‐end delivery of housing investment and improvement programmes.

• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to a high standard.

• Champion customer engagement and co‐design in project development and evaluation.

• Manage multi‐disciplinary teams, consultants, and contractors.

• Promote innovation and best practice in housing investment and energy eﬃciency.

This post is suitable as a job share opportunity.

For further information or an informal discussion please contact Paul Hester (Head of Building Services) at: paul.hester@york.gov.uk

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.york.gov.uk/JobsTrainingAndVolunteering

Enterprise Manager

Salary: Circa £52,000 pa plus £1,447 essential car allowance

Wales Parish Council 133B Wales Road, Kiveton Park Sheffield, S26 6RB

Tel. No. 01909 515784

Email: office@walesparishcouncil.gov.uk

Vacancy for Parish Clerk –Part Time Hours

Wales Parish Council is seeking to recruit to the post of clerk to the council a highly motivated person with a wide variety of skills. The position would suit someone who has previous experience of working in local government and managing staff.

The post is part time with a core working week of 24 hours and attendance at evening meetings, typically twice a month. The successful applicant will preferably hold the Certificate in Local Council Administration qualification or be willing to undertake the appropriate training and study to obtain the qualification. The salary will be based on the National Joint Council pay scales points 26-32, £38,220 to £42,839 (pro-rata). The council will enrol the successful applicant in a workplace pension scheme.

The annual budget is around £280,000 and the parish currently has a population of around 9,500. The council is the trustee of Wales Recreation Ground and owns recreational land at three other sites in the village. There are two council allotment sites and a strip of land that is licensed for car parking. The clerk manages five members of staff.

For informal enquiries or an application pack, please contact the parish office on: 01909 515784 or by email at: office@walesparishcouncil.gov.uk.

Application packs can be downloaded from the website: www.walesparishcouncil.gov.uk

seeking to appoint an inspirational leader with a passion for education and aspiration.

Our current headteacher is retiring, so we are now looking for a Headteacher who shares our belief that every child deserves the absolute best opportunities, who will build on our existing strengths, while also generating new ideas to lead the school forward with ambition, clarity and compassion.

Our new Headteacher will be someone who:

• Can provide proven, eﬀective leadership with a strong strategic vision for whole‐school improvement.

• Has high expectations for pupil attainment, behaviour and attendance, ensuring sustained success from early years onwards.

• Is committed to nurturing students’ personal development and championing a strong meaningful student voice across the school community.

• Is an inspiring, inclusive leader who motivates, challenges and supports staﬀ to perform consistently at a high level and champions staﬀ wellbeing and professional development.

• Is a collaborative and highly eﬀective communicator who builds strong partnerships with parents, carers and the wider community.

• Has a proactive, resilient and forward‐looking attitude, with the ability to respond eﬀectively to challenge and change.

• Has a strong commitment to safeguarding, statutory responsibilities and resource management.

• Has a passion to continue the collaborative and eﬀective relationship between the school and the Governing Body fostering a positive school culture.

Please contact our School Business Manager, Paula Cusack, to arrange an appointment: recruitment@swinnowprimary.com.

For an application pack, please email: educ.headteacher@leeds.gov.uk

Hours: 35 per week

Contract: Permanent

Location: Leeds

We value someone who is forward-thinking, dynamic, and leads by exampleconsistently embodying Unity’s core values in every aspect of their work.

You will bring operational leadership to our business centres, maintain excellent relationships with our tenants, and drive forward our ambitions to grow, innovate, and secure long-term sustainability. You will also play a key role in shaping partnerships, securing grant funding, and ensuring our services remain relevant, high quality, and aligned with our social mission.

To apply, please download our recruitment pack: https://unityenterprise.co.uk/careers/la test-vacancies/4

If you would like to know more about the role, please email recruitment@unityha.co.uk

and enthusiastic individual to take on the

ecutive Officer and Responsible Financial Officer. This key leadership position involves supporting councillors, managing staff, and delivering Council priorities and community projects.

The Executive Oﬃcer is the Council’s Proper Oﬃ

contact: The Chair of Human Resources gareth.dibble@otleytowncouncil.gov.uk

Please complete the application form available on our website and return it to: gareth.dibble@otleytowncouncil.gov.uk