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Housing Management Coordinator

Yeovil, Somerset

Permanent, full time (37.5 hpw)

Pay £12.61 per hour (salary £24,664 per annum) and great benefits including Health Cash Plan.

Home, a place where you belong

This is a great opportunity for a Housing Management Coordinator to join our team here in the Yeovil Team. As our Housing and Property Coordinator, you’ll focus on tenancy support for our customers, ensuring their homes are safe and well maintained. Providing a housing management service, you’ll support them to manage and maintain their tenancy and rent accounts with the aim of helping them move on to a secure, long-term accommodation!

Typical day as a Housing Management Coordinator

• Supporting people over the age of 18 who are homeless or are at risk of homelessness.


• Making sure that our customers properties are homes they can be proud of, you’ll support your customers by engaging and involving them in their tenancies.


• Help our customers with housing benefit claims, making sure that these are received on their rent account.


• Where there is a need, you’ll also issue and sign warning letters and notices which may lead to attending court.


• Getting our properties ready for the next customers who needs our help and for maximum occupancy, you’ll turn around vacant or void properties within set timescales.


• Ensuring we are health and safety compliant and that maintenance standards are met.

Fancy going home each day knowing that you have helped change our customers lives for the better? You’ll do that here, working for one of the top ten Great Place to Work in the UK!

You bring

• Experience in managing a housing management caseload and overseeing landlord and housing management duties


• Know-how of re-letting of properties, collecting rents, and taking formal tenancy action when needed.


• Able to take on a lead role within the team, offering guidance and support to your colleagues


• The ability to work on your own initiative, positively influencing people from all different backgrounds.


• A “can do” positive attitude, you’re proactive and well organised, and able to work on your initiative.


• Confident working collaboratively with colleagues in other parts of the business as well as with external partners

Due to limits on our current certificates of sponsorship, we are not able to offer sponsorship to external candidates for this role.  This remains under regular review

Our team

You’ll join Agata and our amazing team of coordinators and our brilliant Handyman John. We’re super passionate about what we do! We’re really proud of service and we really enjoying going the extra mile for our customers. We’re a supportive bunch and like to see ourselves as a work family.

Job details

• Based at our service in Yeovil, you’ll spend your time between 2 properties within 2 mins walk of each other!


• Able to use technology for creating and updating support plans, making benefit claims and doing tenancy signs ups,


• You’ll need an Enhanced DBS check done and we pay for that.

A place where you belong

Great things happen when we can be ourselves at work. We want all our colleagues to be who they truly are here. Our internal diversity networks, peers and allies (Multicultural, LGBTQIA+ and Disability) support us all to be our best. Together we make Home Group a great place to work!

What’s in it for you?

• 34 days leave FTE (including bank hols and a “me day” to use for whatever you fancy) increasing to 39, the option to buy 5 more, and time off for volunteering too!


• Health cash plan saving you from £1140 per annum. We’ll cover your costs (and kids if you have them) towards dental, optical, prescriptions, alternative therapies and lots more.


• Over 800 high street discounts on groceries, holidays and days out. Looking for a new phone, bike or car? Save money with us.


• We Grow Our Own colleagues (not literally of course!), when you’re ready for the next step in your career, you can grow with us!


• Colleagues really matters to us, that’s why we’re the 10th Best place in the UK for Wellbeing. Our tools and support help you when you need them.


• Learn more about our benefits on our website.

Find out more

Click APPLY NOW to see our Housing Management Coordinator Job Description, find out about us and for help to apply. Sometimes we close a job early, so don’t delay or you might miss out.

Finally, do let us know if there’s anything we can do, to help you shine in our process at recruitment@homegroup.org.uk

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ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Bank Kitchen Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to provide the first-class food and hospitality that enable us to give our residents exceptional all-round care and support. A healthy, nutritious diet is vital to ensuring our residents' wellbeing and helping them enjoy daily life with us, which is why the role of Bank Kitchen Assistant is so important. Providing cover for any planned or unplanned absences, you'll help to produce meals and create a fulfilling dining experience for every resident. You'll be an asset to your colleagues and your impact will reach beyond the kitchen too. There'll be plenty of opportunities for you to get to know our residents and enhance their hospitality experience. ABOUT YOUWhen you join us as a Bank Kitchen Assistant, you'll play a crucial role in the success of your care home. That's why we're looking for someone who's committed to maintaining the highest standards in the kitchen and during the food preparation process. You should be reliable, considerate and caring in your approach, and flexible when it comes to your work patterns. Formal qualifications aren't necessary, although any similar experience gained in a commercial or care setting would be useful. REWARDS PACKAGEAs well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, we take catering seriously and even run a fiercely-contested annual Barchester Hospitality Awards. If you do well in this role it could lead to a permanent one. As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it, such as for annual leave or sick leave, the hours and days you work will vary. If you'd like to use your attention to detail and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Bank Laundry Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to make sure our residents receive quality care and support in the best possible surroundings. By making sure each resident has clean clothing and bedding, you'll be playing your own part in helping everyone to feel comfortable and at home. The role of Laundry Assistant involves sorting, washing, drying, ironing and contributing to the overall look and feel of the home. It's a great way to get a sense of what it takes to keep everything running smoothly in our homes and it could open up other opportunities as you develop. ABOUT YOUTo join us as a Bank Laundry Assistant you'll need a personable approach, good practical skills and determination to provide an exceptional laundry service. Just as importantly, you should be reliable and committed to making a positive difference to our residents. In return we'll provide all the training you need to thrive. REWARDS PACKAGEAs well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, we take the growth of everyone who works for us seriously. As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it, such as for annual leave or sick leave, the hours and days you work will vary. If you'd like to use your attention to detail and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by making sure they get the quality care and support they deserve. You'll assist with daily living, providing support and companionship and sharing great moments and memories too. It's a chance to bring your dedication and compassion to a fulfilling environment. Every day will be different, so you can expect to undertake work that's as varied as it is rewarding. As a Care Assistant, you could be doing anything from supporting residents with their food and drink and following care plans to ensuring that each of our residents has one-to-one time. It's an opportunity to put your skills to meaningful use and develop your career. ABOUT YOUTo join us as a Care Assistant you'll need to have some experience of caring for older people, a can-do approach and excellent communication skills. Your empathy and warm-hearted approach will shine through, but above all, you'll have the compassion needed to deliver the highest standard of care and support for all our residents. In return we'll provide all the training you need to thrive. REWARDS PACKAGE In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all rolesAccess to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savingsUnlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus schemeEmployee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards' And so much more! If you'd like to use your people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

Job summary The post holder will have and maintain GMC registration and good standing and the necessary qualifications to practice as a general practitioner in England. The post-holder will manage a caseload and deal with a wide range of health needs in a primary care setting, ensuring the highest standards of care for all registered and temporary patients. The post holder will be expected to work closely with the Partners and Practice Manager and wider team in all areas to ensure the smooth and safe delivery of primary care. Clinical responsibilities In accordance with the practice timetable, as agreed, the post-holder will make themselves available to undertake a variety of duties, including surgery consultations at the main surgery (primary place of work) and branch surgery (occasional sessions if needed), telephone consultations and queries, visiting patients at home, checking and signing repeat prescriptions and dealing with queries, paperwork and correspondence in a timely fashion. Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care workers within the organisation. Assessing the health care needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems. Screening patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness. Developing care plans for health in consultation with patients and in line with current practice disease management protocols. Providing health education. Recording clear and contemporaneous consultation notes to agreed standards. Collecting data for audit purposes. Compiling and issuing computer-generated acute and repeat prescriptions (this is a mix of electronic prescribing and printed prescriptions for dispensing patients). Prescribing in accordance with the practice prescribing formulary (or generically) whenever this is clinically appropriate. In general, the post-holder will be expected to undertake all the normal duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within primary care. Other responsibilities within the organisation Awareness of and compliance with all relevant practice policies/guidelines, e.g. prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health and safety and safeguarding. A commitment to life-long learning and audit to ensure evidence-based best practice. Contributing to the development and maintenance of computer-based patient records. Contributing to the maintenance of patient records and use of accepted SNOMED codes in patient data. Attending training and events organised by the practice or other agencies, where appropriate. Contributing to training of medical students, and other staff, trainees or students when appropriate. Equality and diversity The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include Acting in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies, and current legislation Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights. Personal/professional development In addition to maintaining continued education through attendance at any courses and/or study days necessary to ensure that professional development requirements for appraisal and reaccreditation are met, the post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, with such training to include Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development. Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work. Quality The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the practice, and will Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs Effectively manage own time, workload and resources. Be flexible with working hours to help meet the needs of the practice population Help where possible (taking other commitments into account) with internal cover

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post. Dorset HealthCare is in partnership withThe Princes Trustto support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we offer an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. Please contactdhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.netto access the support

Join our team!

Are you a passionate Chef Manager? If so, we'd love you to join our team!

This role sits within our award-winning brand, Caterplus, one of the UK's leading catering services specialising in the care sector. Making a difference to local people, we pride ourselves on crafting superb environments for the over 55 community. By contributing to our customer's social life & fostering friendships, our quality & locally sourced food is matched only by the warmth of our customer service.

What you'll be doing...

As a Chef Manager you will proactively manage teams on site as well as be accountable for recruiting, inducting, training, and supporting colleagues to deliver an efficient, high-quality service to Elior UK, our customer and clients.

Responsibilities:

• Motivating and managing a team
• Controlling and managing a budget
• Accountable for ensuring ongoing team communications, including building internal and external relationships, management reporting and client liaison to enable operational excellence

Working Pattern: 5 days over 7, 37.5 hours per week

What can you bring?

In this role:

• Genuine interest in customer service excellence
• Focused on the front line
• Proven team leader experience
• Self-motivated and able to work well unsupervised
• Previous experience within catering desirable

Our way of saying thank you...

At Elior, we strive to ensure that our colleagues feel appreciated & rewarded, which is why we offer generous rewards & benefits in exchange for your dedicated efforts.

FREE On-Site Lunches: Enjoy complimentary lunches, saving you time & money while ensuring you stay nourished & energised throughout the day.

Support Your Way of Life:

• Flexible Working: We offer full-time & part-time roles, with varying shift patterns across the business. Allowing colleagues the flexibility to balance their personal & professional commitments
• Holiday Allowance: Relax & recharge with 28 days holiday, increasing to 31 days after two years service
• Family Leave: Prioritise family commitments with flexible leave options
• Paid Charity Leave: Make a positive impact with two additional paid days for charity work

Big Enough for Growth, Small Enough to Connect:

• Opportunities for career progression while developing a close-knit community

Supporting You Through Life's Ups & Downs:

• Access mental health support & comprehensive wellbeing benefits

Keeping Finances & Wellbeing in Mind:

• Life assurance, workplace pension schemes, discounts, cashback, entertainment, leisure discounts, & a cycle-to-work scheme

Why it's great to work for us...

Elior is a multi-award-winning people business and one of the UK's leading contract caterers, with over 10,000 colleagues operating across a diverse range of sectors including:

• Workplaces & Office Space
• Sporting Venues & Stadiums
• Attraction & Heritage Sites
• Public Sector & Defence
• Health, Care & Hospitals
• Schools, Colleges & Universities

Along with our purpose of enriching lives everywhere, every day, we're committed to an inclusive culture and want our people to feel appreciated, supported, and fulfilled.

That's why 85% of colleagues tell us how proud they are to work for us!

Elior Celebrates Equality Our aim is to celebrate a culture of equality, diversity, and inclusion, continuing to make Elior a great place to work!

Every colleague has a distinctive set of values, skills, and aspirations. To ensure that we attract, develop, and retain best people from the widest possible talent pool we're committed to providing an inclusive environment where our colleagues fulfil their potential and have the opportunity to succeed.

Join our team!

Are you a passionate Chef Manager? If so, we'd love you to join our team at Platinum Skies Retirement Village!

This role sits within our award-winning brand, Caterplus, one of the UK's leading catering services specialising in the care sector. Making a difference to local people, we pride ourselves on crafting superb environments for the over 55 community. By contributing to our customer's social life & fostering friendships, our quality & locally sourced food is matched only by the warmth of our customer service.

What you'll be doing...

As a Chef Manager you will proactively manage teams on site as well as be accountable for recruiting, inducting, training, and supporting colleagues to deliver an efficient, high-quality service to Elior UK, our customer and clients.

Responsibilities:

• Motivating and managing a team
• Controlling and managing a budget
• Accountable for ensuring ongoing team communications, including building internal and external relationships, management reporting and client liaison to enable operational excellence

Working Pattern: 40 hours per week. 5 days out of 7. Generally 8.00am-4.00pm. Alternate Sundays. Closed Monday's.

What can you bring?

In this role:

• Genuine interest in customer service excellence
• Focused on the front line
• Proven team leader experience
• Self-motivated and able to work well unsupervised
• Previous experience within catering desirable

Our way of saying thank you...

At Elior, we strive to ensure that our colleagues feel appreciated & rewarded, which is why we offer generous rewards & benefits in exchange for your dedicated efforts.

FREE On-Site Lunches: Enjoy complimentary lunches, saving you time & money while ensuring you stay nourished & energised throughout the day.

Support Your Way of Life:

• Flexible Working: We offer full-time & part-time roles, with varying shift patterns across the business. Allowing colleagues the flexibility to balance their personal & professional commitments
• Holiday Allowance: Relax & recharge with 28 days holiday, increasing to 31 days after two years service
• Family Leave: Prioritise family commitments with flexible leave options
• Paid Charity Leave: Make a positive impact with two additional paid days for charity work

Big Enough for Growth, Small Enough to Connect:

• Opportunities for career progression while developing a close-knit community

Supporting You Through Life's Ups & Downs:

• Access mental health support & comprehensive wellbeing benefits

Keeping Finances & Wellbeing in Mind:

• Life assurance, workplace pension schemes, discounts, cashback, entertainment, leisure discounts, & a cycle-to-work scheme

Why it's great to work for us...

Elior is a multi-award-winning people business and one of the UK's leading contract caterers, with over 10,000 colleagues operating across a diverse range of sectors including:

• Workplaces & Office Space
• Sporting Venues & Stadiums
• Attraction & Heritage Sites
• Public Sector & Defence
• Health, Care & Hospitals
• Schools, Colleges & Universities

Along with our purpose of enriching lives everywhere, every day, we're committed to an inclusive culture and want our people to feel appreciated, supported, and fulfilled.

That's why 85% of colleagues tell us how proud they are to work for us!

Elior Celebrates Equality Our aim is to celebrate a culture of equality, diversity, and inclusion, continuing to make Elior a great place to work!

Every colleague has a distinctive set of values, skills, and aspirations. To ensure that we attract, develop, and retain best people from the widest possible talent pool we're committed to providing an inclusive environment where our colleagues fulfil their potential and have the opportunity to succeed.

To provide and maintain a high standard of nursing care for patients, as well as providing nursing assistance to the doctors and other members of the primary healthcare team. The duties will include all tasks normally undertaken by an experienced RGN and any additional roles agreed between the nurse and the doctors as appropriate, having regard to current training. Typical duties include: holding patient consultations within the surgery carrying out physical examinations and tests such as cervical smear treating wounds applying and removing dressings giving advice, education and information about stopping smoking and losing weight taking patient samples, swabs and specimens, and checking pulses, temperatures and blood pressures administering immunisations, travel vaccinations and infant injections writing records and keeping patients notes up to date assisting GPs with minor procedures.

Job Summary

Temporary until 31st March 2025.

Interviews will be held Friday 8th November 2024.

We may conduct our interviews in person or using Microsoft Teams for video calling. All you need is a device with a camera and access to the internet. We will provide guidance and instructions on how to use this method if your interview is being held virtually.

We are a disability confident leader and we support reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process - for more information click important-information-for-applicants (north-ayrshire.gov.uk)

This post is based within Dykesmains Primary School. Reporting to the Head Teacher, you will provide a range of support to enable children and young people to participate in education and learning. For more details see the attached Role Profile below.

Before you apply, find out a little bit about us and why we are a Great Place to Work.

Staff Values & Behaviours

North Ayrshire Council uses behavioural based approach throughout the recruitment process. Our staff values of Focus, Passion & Inspiration will be explored for this vacancy.

Further information on our Staff Values and how to complete behaviour based application form questions is available on the Staff values and behaviours (north-ayrshire.gov.uk).

Additional Information

References

For your information if this post requires references you will be notified of further details if you are successful in gaining an interview. Not providing relevant references when requested may delay the outcome of the interview process.

PVG (Children)

This post is considered Regulated Work with Children, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act, 2007. Therefore, it is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with children.

Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme, or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check, prior to confirmation of employment being made by North Ayrshire Council. Please note, successful candidates will be expected to meet the cost of the relevant PVG check (£59 or £18), which will be deducted in instalments from your wages following commencement of employment. For further information on the PVG Scheme please visit https://www.mygov.scot/organisations/disclosure-scotland/. For further details on North Ayrshire Council’s policy please visit Pre-employment checks (north-ayrshire.gov.uk).

Please note if you are the successful candidate your name and email address will be entered into the Disclosure Scotland PVG system to generate your PVG form which will be issued to your email with an enclosed link to complete.

Our Workstyles

As an employer of choice, North Ayrshire Council has identified four different Workstyles. Each post in the council has been allocated one of these styles:

In Building – More than 90% of time spent primarily at a single base or location.

This post has been allocated the workstyle: In Building

More information on our workstyles can be found in our HR Guide - Workstyles (north-ayrshire.gov.uk). If you have any questions on the allocated Workstyle for this post, please ask at interview.

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Machine Operative

2 - 10pm - Monday Friday £11.44 - 13.82 per hour

Our client is a manufacturing company based in Henstridge and are looking for a reliable and skilled Machine Operative to join the team. If you have experience in processing steel to customer's requirements and tolerances, reading drawings, and can operate a forklift, then this may be the perfect opportunity for you.

Your main role will be to process steel according to customer orders. This will involve using various machines and tools to cut, shape, and weld steel as per specifications. Having previous experience in a production or manufacturing environment will be highly beneficial in this role.

In addition to operating machines, you will also be responsible for collating orders. This includes banding, palletising, bagging, and preparing products for loading onto delivery trucks. This is an important part of the process as it ensures that products are efficiently and correctly packaged for transport.

Excellent Benefits

• Excellent holiday allowance
• Opportunity for overtime
• 5% pension scheme
• Training and development if desired
• Life insurance
• Length of service awards
• Private medical healthcare
• 2 weeks company sick pay (after 5 years service)
• 5 additional days holiday after 1 years service
• Specsavers vouchers for eye tests
• Employee assistance programme

If you would like to find out more please APPLY!

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

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Machine Operative

Night Shift Sunday - Thursday - £14.87 - 15.62 per hour starting salary

Our client is a manufacturing company based in Henstridge and are looking for a reliable and skilled Machine Operative to join the team. If you have experience in processing steel to customer's requirements and tolerances, reading drawings, and can operate a forklift, then this may be the perfect opportunity for you.

Your main role will be to process steel according to customer orders. This will involve using various machines and tools to cut, shape, and weld steel as per specifications. Having previous experience in a production or manufacturing environment will be highly beneficial in this role.

In addition to operating machines, you will also be responsible for collating orders. This includes banding, palletising, bagging, and preparing products for loading onto delivery trucks. This is an important part of the process as it ensures that products are efficiently and correctly packaged for transport.

Excellent Benefits

• Excellent holiday allowance
• Opportunity for overtime
• 5% pension scheme
• Training and development if desired
• Life insurance
• Length of service awards
• Private medical health care
• 2 weeks company sick pay (after 5 years service)
• 5 additional days holiday after 1 years service
• Specsavers vouchers for eye tests
• Employee assistance programme

If you would like to find out more please APPLY!

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Salary: Grade 8, Point 12: ACTUAL: £22,139 per annum Contract: Permanent, 35.25 hours per week (35 hours, 15 minutes), 39 weeks per year (term time plus inset days)
About the roleWe are looking for a Pastoral Support Officer to join our team. The successful candidate will oversee and manage the behaviour of students within the school. You will be responsible for implementing strategies and interventions to support students in developing positive behaviours and attitudes towards learning. Additionally, you will work closely with teachers and parents to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment for all students. The ability to drive (and access to car) is essential for this role as there may be requirements in which you may need to travel.
Safeguarding Information:SAST will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. In line with KCSIE guidance, this will be part of safer recruitment checks, and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination, a person who will not be on the appointment panel will conduct the searches and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern. Safeguarding responsibilities associated with this role may include engagement in regulatory activity, such as administering first aid or supporting an upset child. It will have contact with young people on a day-to-day basis. SAST is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will have to meet the person specification and the post is subject to safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check and Children’s Barred List check. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. SAST recognises the benefit of having a diverse workforce and is committed to building a workforce which reflects diversity from the communities it serves. SAST values the contributions from all staff from a wide range of different backgrounds and actively seeks to promote an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment and at the same time supports fair promotion and cultural acceptance. Under the provision of the Equality Act 2010 SAST welcomes applications from everyone and operates a recruitment process which is fair and does not discriminate against or disadvantage anyone because of their age, disability, gender reassignment status, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race or nationality, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. This role is UK- based and your right to work will need to be established as part of the appointment process.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for a Pastoral Support Officer to join our team. The successful candidate will oversee and manage the behaviour of students within the school. You will be responsible for implementing strategies and interventions to support students in developing positive behaviours and attitudes towards learning. Additionally, you will work closely with teachers and parents to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment for all students. The ability to drive (and access to car) is essential for this role as there may be requirements in which you may need to travel.

What the school offers its staff

SAST Benefits:

As part of SAST, we can offer you a range of benefits including:

• High- quality CPD opportunities
• A strong and highly experienced network of Trust senior leaders
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• On-site nursery provision at some of our schools
• Cycle to work scheme

Further details about the role

You are asked to provide the following:

• A completed application form
• A letter of application of no more than 2 sides of A4 detailing your experience and expertise

Completed applications should be returned by email to: recruitment@sast.org.uk.

You are warmly encouraged to visit our School prior to application, please do not hesitate to contact Naomi Molyneux, Office Manager on office@harbourvale.dorset.sch.uk.

SAST will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. In line with KCSIE guidance, this will be part of safer recruitment checks, and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination, a person who will not be on the appointment panel will conduct the searches and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.

SAST recognises the benefit of having a diverse workforce and is committed to building a workforce which reflects diversity from the communities it serves. SAST values the contributions from all staff from a wide range of different backgrounds and actively seeks to promote an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment and at the same time supports fair promotion and cultural acceptance. Under the provision of the Equality Act 2010 SAST welcomes applications from everyone and operates a recruitment process which is fair and does not discriminate against or disadvantage anyone because of their age, disability, gender reassignment status, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race or nationality, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

This role is UK- based and your right to work will need to be established as part of the appointment process.

Commitment to safeguarding

Safeguarding responsibilities associated with this role will include engagement in regulatory activity, such as administering first aid or supporting an upset child. It will have contact with young people on a day-to day basis. SAST is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will meet the person specification and is subject to an enhanced DBS and Children’s Barred List check. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

We are looking for a versatile Office Administrator to join our clients finance team full-time, working in the office five days a week, based in Sherborne, Dorset. Due to the pace of the role you must have a a minimum of 3 years proven administration experience in a professional compliance working environment.

( Insurance/ Legal/ accountancy/ recruitment)

Practical knowledge of corporate and personal insurance is highly advantageous.

About the role

• Full- time, Monday to Friday 08:30 to 17:15 with a 1-hour unpaid lunchbreak between 13:00 and 14:00


• Must be prepared to work in the office 5 days a week including between Christmas and New Year, if required.


• Must have a full clean driving licence and use of a car.


• Salary up to £32k depending on experience.


• Has a minimum of 3 years proven administration experience in a professional compliance working environment. Practical knowledge of corporate and personal insurance is highly advantageous.


• Has payroll processing experience including knowledge of RTI, SSP, Family leave, P60, P11ds and pension auto enrolment would be advantageous, although training can be provided.


• This role is suited to a well organised individual who can multi-task in a fast-paced office environment and can follow internal processes. They must be adaptable and prepared to undertake more mundane tasks occasionally, such as loading and unloading the dishwasher, turning photocopiers on/off etc.

About the Role:

Your primary responsibility will be providing administrative support, particularly for payroll and insurance tasks. You will also handle general office administration, property maintenance and staff-related matters such as tracking annual leave.

Key Responsibilities of the Office Administrator

Maintain insurance records and policy documents.

Communicate with internal teams and external brokers.

Ensure compliance with driving and safety regulations.

Oversee building and equipment maintenance.

Manage office contracts and supplier relations.

Handle payroll processing and holiday bookings.

Undertake various project work as needed.

Ideal Candidate Profile for the Office Administrator:

A minimum of 3 years of administration experience in a regulated environment.

Payroll processing experience, including RTI, SSP and pension auto-enrolment (training available).

Practical knowledge of corporate and personal insurance (advantageous).

Excellent administration and communication skills, with attention to detail.

Integrity, discretion and the ability to handle confidential information.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

A proactive, flexible approach and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

What they Offer:

Competitive salary of £30,000 - £32,000 with annual reviews and bonus opportunities.

Generous 10% employer pension contribution

25 days holiday plus bank holidays.

Health and life insurance.

Professional development opportunities.

Additional benefits like cycle to work and electric car schemes.