Total 16 Education / Training job vacancies in Nottingham, NG2 3NG

Full Time Teacher of Chemistry
FOR JANUARY 2025
Salary dependent on experience: £31,650 to £49,084
The West Bridgford School has an opportunity for an enthusiastic Teacher of Chemistry, including the opportunity to teach A Level Chemistry for the right candidate. Applications will also be considered for an Easter start.
The person we are seeking will be:

Completely aligned with our values and ethos. We believe in working together with families and the local community to create an educational culture of life-long learning based on academic excellence and independent thought.
Able to foster a safe and respectful learning environment for all students.
Able to teach Science in a challenging and inspiring way, skilled in the use of technology to enhance their teaching, and fully committed to helping students achieve high standards of academic success.
Enthusiastic about ongoing CPD and excited to fully engage with our dynamic model for Professional Growth.
We would welcome applications from both ECT or more experienced colleagues.

We are offering:

Excellent professional development opportunities through our whole school commitment to producing the very best Teaching & Learning using Rosenshine’s Principles of Instruction.
Experienced ECT mentors. The department has an excellent track record of supporting teachers as they get established in their career.
The chance to work as part of a team committed to continuous improvement.
Fantastic students with a genuine desire to achieve.

We have flexibility with specialisms, so applications from other Science disciplines would be considered.
The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification in order to be offered the post and will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or religion. For further information, and an application pack, please visit our web site at www.emet.academy/vacancies or email recruitment@emet.uk.com
Only applications submitted on the school’s application form will be considered. We do not accept applications through recruitment agencies.
<u>Closing date for applications is at 12-noon, Monday 25^th November 2024.</u>

Are you an experienced School Business Manager with a dynamic outlook?

I am working with a inclusive and innovative KS3 and KS4 Pupil Referral Unit who is looking for a committed School Business Manager who can make a difference in the workplace.

This school is a centre of excellence in alternative provision offering academic and vocational qualifications to students from within the local authority, alongside a short stay provision to provide supportive interventions for identified mainstream students, and an outreach team providing targeted support to secondary students within mainstream schools.

Responsibilities and Requirements:

- Management of the strategy and operation of business functions within the school, including ICT

- Financial Management, including budget and procurement

- Ensuring maintenance of Health and Safety, facilities management

- Human resources management

- General management of team and administration

Experience required:

• Experience of managing a budget of £3.5million +
• Experience of proactively commissioning and developing partnerships with external providers of services
• Experience of negotiating and agreeing contracts
• Experience working in a school or college setting at a management level
• Experience of working with local authorities, parents, professionals and other stakeholders within an educational setting
• Experience of effectively leading and managing people

This is a full time, 52 week permanent role with the opportunity to work from home during the holidays.

If you have the relevant experience in a role like this and you would like to work in a diverse school that offers opportunities to grow as a leader, we would love to hear from you. If you know of anyone who would be, we have a fantastic refer a friend scheme.

Your new company

At Hays, we are passionate about providing high-quality Early Years Education. Nurseries are a vibrant and nurturing environment where children learn through play, exploration, and creativity. We believe that every child deserves a strong foundation for lifelong learning.

Your new role

As an Early Years Class Teacher, you will play a vital role in shaping young minds during their crucial early years.
Your responsibilities will include:

* Planning and delivering engaging activities that promote children's development across all areas (physical, social, emotional, and cognitive)
* Creating a safe and stimulating learning environment
* Building positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
* Assessing and tracking children's progress
* Collaborating with other staff members to enhance the overall nursery experience

What you'll need to succeed

To be successful in this role, you should have:

* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent early years teaching qualification
* A genuine passion for working with young children
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage with parents and families
* Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework

What you'll get in return

• Competitive Pay: We offer competitive rates of pay to ensure you are fairly rewarded for your hard work
• Flexible Opportunities: We have opportunities to fit around your schedule for a better work/life balance
• Professional Development: We're committed to your career growth and offer a range of professional development resources to help you succeed
• £250 Refer a Friend Scheme: 20 days' supply = £250
• Exclusive/Unknown Job Opportunities: Hays works closely with partnership schools in Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire and gets first access to live job opportunities

If you are enthusiastic, dedicated, and committed to providing outstanding Early Years Education, we would love to hear from you!

Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are interested in joining our team.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to recruit a committed, hardworking and enthusiastic Class Teacher to join our friendly team here at Nottingham Primary Academy, on a fixed-term basis until July 2025.

About the role and you:

As a Teacher at our academy you will be expected to engage and enthuse learners through a commitment to outstanding teaching and learning, with the freedom to unleash your creativity to provide modern and engaging learning experiences. We need someone with the energy and passion to help make our curriculum truly memorable.

To succeed you must be innovative in your techniques to motivate and inspire young people; you will also be a great team player and first class communicator.

What the school offers its staff

About Us:

The Nottingham Academy, part of the Greenwood Academies Trust (GAT) is one of the largest 3-19 schools in the country, with its own nursery, primary, secondary and sixth form provision. You will be based in our Primary phase from EYFS to Year 6.

We are an aspirational and inclusive Academy committed to our Respect Values. Through an inspirational curriculum, we facilitate great learning, exceptional progress and the development of character. We ensure all pupils achieve their potential and are ready for the next stage in their learning, training or employment.

We pride ourselves on having an outstanding staff team, committed to providing the best for every child. They encourage the children to develop confidence and independence by ensuring positive attitudes and high standards. Our impressive buildings provide an excellent learning environment for all our Academy pupils.

In Return:

You can be assured that you will be joining a successful Multi Academy Trust that has a great track record in helping children to succeed no matter what their background. The Trust is dedicated to valuing and developing the workforce whether that be through ensuring a fair workload or offering access to bespoke CPD from the Learning Alliance to enhance professional growth.

We believe in looking after the people who make a huge difference to our children, their families and the communities we serve. That’s why we give everyone who joins a Perkbox account – with 24/7 access to perks and discounts, plus curated wellbeing tools to look after your physical and mental health. It’s part of our commitment to look after you.

Here’s what you can look forward to:

• Hundreds of global and local perks, available online 24/7
• Shopping discounts from the biggest brands, all year round
• Save money on everything from the supermarket shop to summer holidays
• A free Employee Assistance Programme from Health Assured

If this post attracts sufficient interest before the closing date, we may decide to close and interview this vacancy at an earlier date, so an early application is advised.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All posts will be subject to receipt of satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks. All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education”.

All adults employed by the Trust have a responsibility for data protection and have a duty to observe and follow the principles of the GDPR Regulations.

The Trust welcomes applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, age or sexual orientation.

All applicants must be able to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK prior to commencement of employment. As part of our need to comply with UK immigration rules, you will be required to provide Home Office stipulated documentation prior to interview.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for a well-qualified and enthusiastic Teacher of Science to join our high-performing Science Faculty. The post could suit an ECT as well as a more experienced candidate.

What the school offers its staff

The focus at Park Vale Academy is on outstanding achievement for every student through maintaining a culture of extremely high expectations in relation to student conduct and attitudes. Consequently, academic results have improved significantly since the school re-opened in 2016 (a Progress 8 score of -0.05 in 2024 is our best so far) and the last OFSTED inspection (2024) graded the school as Good in every category.

Park Vale Academy is part of Redhill Academy Trust. The Academy is also a member of Redhill College of Leadership and Development and as such there are excellent CPD opportunities and a chance to work alongside colleagues from other high-performing schools in the region. The Trust also leads the regional Teaching School Hub, delivering local teacher training and the National Professional Qualifications for teachers.

Benefits

• Access to Teachers Pension Scheme
• Recognised continuous local government service
• The opportunity to be part of a highly supportive and ambitious team/school
• Cycle to work Scheme
• Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee benefits platform

Commitment to safeguarding

As Redhill Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding children practices, any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS and Child barred list checks, candidate online search and successful references.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Job Title: Director of Education - Special Schools

Location: Esteem Multi Academy Central Offices are based at Lake View Drive, Sherwood Park, NG15 0DT. This role will require regular visits to all our school sites.

Salary: Leadership Grade Points 25-29 £89,830 - £99,067

Start date: Easter 2025

Contract: 37 hours per week, all year round

This role comes at an exciting time for our Trust as we continue to rapidly grow and develop across the East and West Midlands. Esteem MAT currently has fourteen special schools and alternative provisions (AP’s), including one mainstream primary school with an ERF for children with autism. We have big ambitions to become one of the leading trust’s nationally for SEND, as we look to expand further in neighbouring regions, to provide a ‘world-class’ education system for children and young people with SEND.

You will be an experienced Headteacher/Executive Headteacher of a special school. Alternatively, you will have relevant experience of evaluating the performance of special schools in a comparable role, such as an HMI, Ofsted inspector or LA/MAT school improvement advisor.

We seek an exceptional individual to support the delivery of our Education Development and Improvement Framework (EDIF), with a focused determination to drive educational outcomes for pupils with SEND. You will have a forensic focus on the progress and experience of every pupil. Extensive knowledge and understanding of current evidence-based strategies for improving the quality of education in special schools, and the ability to ensure the effective implementation of these strategies, is essential. You will be committed to ensuring every pupil is provided with a high quality and inclusive education within our schools.

This will be a demanding but incredibly rewarding role. You will work alongside, be fully supported, and warmly welcomed by an exceptionally talented central education team. The team is strategically led by our Chief Education Officer, Clive Lawrence, OBE. The central education team also includes a Director of Education (AP specialist), Director of Safeguarding, Data Manager, plus a wider team of school improvement advisors and family support staff.

The successful candidate will manage their own diary, providing improvement and quality assurance work to our schools based upon ‘educational risk’. In addition, the role will entail some outward facing work, as and when commissioned by the DfE, LA’s and other MAT’s. Given the current educational/SEND landscape, we are wanting someone who will fully engage with policy development, initiatives and research at a local and national level.

What the school offers its staff

Benefits include Teachers’ Pension Scheme, mileage allowance paid at 45p per mile, Westfield Health membership, access to a range of CPD opportunities, some home based working.

For further information, including an informal discussion about the role or to visit our trust, please contact Clive Lawrence, OBE (Chief Education Officer), on 01623 859886, via email to HR@esteemmat.co.uk or visit our website at www.esteemmat.co.uk/vacancies. Please use the relevant application form on the MAT website. CV’s alone will not be accepted.

Closing date for applications: Sunday 24 November 2024 (23:59)

Shortlisting: Monday 25 November 2024

Interview date: 11, 12 or 13 December 2024

Esteem Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all its students. We expect all staff, volunteers and agency staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided.

Commitment to safeguarding

Esteem Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all its students. We expect all staff, volunteers and agency staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided.

**About Us:**

Join our vibrant and supportive team at Hays, where we are dedicated to providing an outstanding education for our students. Our team is a nurturing environment that encourages both academic and personal growth.

**Job Description:**

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated KS1 Teacher to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering engaging and effective lessons to Key Stage 1 students, ensuring that each child reaches their full potential.

**Key Responsibilities:**

• Plan and deliver high-quality lessons in line with the national curriculum.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Assess and monitor student progress, providing feedback and support as needed.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure continuity and consistency in teaching.
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance and progress.

**Requirements:**

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Experience teaching Key Stage 1 students.
• Strong classroom management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to adapt to different teaching environments and work effectively as part of a team.

**Why Join Us?**

• Supportive and friendly staff team.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• A welcoming and inclusive school community.
• Competitive salary and benefits.

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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The Director of Education and Organisational Development (OD) role is a leadershipposition in the Trust, reporting directly to our Chief People Officer. This is a broad strategic role, with significant Board exposure and responsibility for the design and delivery of a strategic plan for Culture and Leadership development and the implementation of a new Learning and Education Strategy.



We are focused on improving employee health, wellbeing and experience through a progressive organisation development programme that enables a culture of compassionate leadership, employee engagement and psychological safety. Joining us as we make significant progress on our ambitious transformation journey, this role will ensure that we create a great place to work and learn; aligned to our commitment to ‘People First’.

We are seeking a creative and inclusive leader with senior OD experience gained in large and complex organisations and a passion to bring together teams as we create a strategic approach to OD and Education that will optimise the potential of our colleagues. Creating a culture of continuous growth and long-term commitment, you will enable our workforce to thrive in the face of future service demands and as we seek to reduce health inequalities within our populations. A visionary leader, you will devise an agile and innovative strategic approach to delivering accessible and impactful professional learning and cultural development opportunities across a dedicated, diverse and multi-professional workforce. NHS experience would be valuable, but we are keen to hear from those who have a track record of delivering world class OD solutions in large, complex, customer focused environments. Most of all you will share our values, commitment and ambition to shape high quality and sustainable health and care services for the future.

Every day, our teams at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust (NUH) make a difference. With more than 20,000 colleagues, we are the largest employer in Nottinghamshire and one of the biggest and busiest NHS Trusts in the country, serving more than 2.5m residents of Nottingham and Nottinghamshire and a further four million people across the East Midlands and beyond. Our Trust spans over three sites including Queen’s Medical Centre (QMC), Nottingham City Hospital and Ropewalk House.



We provide a range of national and internationally renowned specialist services, and we are at the forefront of new surgical procedures and research programmes.



As a teaching hospital, we are instrumental in the education and training of doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals. We are proud of our strong relationships with universities across the East Midlands, including the University of Nottingham, Nottingham Trent University and Loughborough University.

Please refer to the job description and person specification attached for the full detailed job description and main responsibilities.


This advert closes on Thursday 7 Nov 2024

Please refer to the job description and person specification attached for the full detailed job description and main responsibilities.

What skills and experience we're looking for

1) Have a thorough and up to date knowledge of their subject(s) and should take account of wider curriculum developments that are relevant to their work;

2) Consistently and effectively plan lessons and sequences of lessons to meet students’ individual learning needs, including students with special educational needs, and gifted or talented students. They should be aware of, and take proper account of the strategies agreed in IEPs (Individual Education Plans) and IBPs (Individual Behaviour Plans);

3) Keep an attendance register of students in every lesson and following up absence when necessary;

4) Consistently and effectively use a range of appropriate strategies for teaching and classroom management;

5) Consistently and effectively use information about prior attainment to set well-grounded expectations for students, and monitor progress to give clear and constructive feedback;

6) Be able to make use of the performance data available in the Academy in order to determine how much progress their students are making;

7) Take responsibility for their own professional development and use the outcomes to improve their teaching and students’ learning;

8) Make an active contribution to implementing the policies and aspirations of the Academy and Trust;

9) Be effective professionals who challenge and support all students to do their best;

10) Set and maintain high expectations for student behaviour;

11) Set a good example to students, for example in terms of appropriate dress, standards of punctuality and attendance;

What the school offers its staff

• Archway benefits to include shopping discounts and competitions
• A free and confidential employee assistance programme offering counselling and advice
• Access to Teachers’ Pensions
• Access to discounted travel schemes
• Cycle to work scheme
• Comprehensive training and support
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• Eye care voucher scheme
• Free flu vaccine
• Access to e-learning and development

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We would like to hear from appicants who

• Are inspirational teachers who can positively enthuse and motivate our sparky Year 2 cohort.
• Value creativity and rich primary school experiences.
• Have experience and knowledge of the primary curriculum and understand a child’s learning journey across the key stage.
• Have high expectations of the children’s achievements and behaviour and are committed to promoting each individual’s progress, supporting all needs and abilities.
• Are organised, adaptable, show initiative and enjoy having autonomy over the taught curriculum.
• Are motivated, with a good sense of humour.
• Are willing to learn from and support colleagues and take an active part in the community.

What the school offers its staff

If you are interested, visits to the school to meet our children and staff are warmly welcomed. It will show you just what Willow Brook life is like. Our website www.willowbrook.notts.sch.uk will also give you a great flavour of all that we do. Please arrange a visit or make further enquiries about the role please telephone Zoe Roper, our School Business Manager (office@willowbrook.notts.sch.uk) on 01159149889 or email the headteacher head@willowbrook.notts.sch.uk prior to the start of term.

Willow Brook is committed to promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Maths Teacher job - Nottingham

Start date: ASAP
Subject: Maths at KS3 & KS4
Timetable: Full Time

We are working in partnership with an Ofsted 'Good' secondary school in Nottingham who are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Maths Teacher. To be successful, you will be a Maths Teacher with recent experience teaching across Key Stage 3 and 4. You will be responsible for planning and delivering high-quality lessons that cover the curriculum. You will also be expected to contribute to the development of the department and participate in extracurricular activities.

Job Description

• Delivering engaging and creative Maths lessons to students in Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Planning and preparing schemes of work, lesson plans, and assessments.
• Monitoring student progress and providing feedback.
• Contributing to the development of the department's curriculum.
• Participating in extracurricular activities such as sports clubs and school trips.

Person Specification

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree in Maths or related field
• Recent experience teaching Maths at secondary school level.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with other teachers and staff members

If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Alternatively, if this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.If you know someone looking for a new teaching position please let us know, as Hays offer a great Refer-A-Friend Scheme worth £350 in high street vouchers!

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English Teacher job - Nottingham

Start date: ASAP
Position: English Teacher
Location: Nottingham-based Secondary School

We are working in partnership with a secondary school in Nottingham who are seeking an enthusiastic and committed English teacher to join their team. You will be teaching English across KS3 and KS4. KS5 experience would be desired but not essential. ECTs are welcome to apply. This is a long-term position to start in September for the first term initially, with the potential to extend.

Job Description:

• Delivering engaging and creative English lessons to students in Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Planning and preparing schemes of work, lesson plans, and assessments.
• Monitoring student progress and providing feedback.
• Contributing to the development of the department's curriculum.
• Participating in extracurricular activities such as school trips.

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent. ECT's welcome to apply.
• Bachelor's degree in English or related field.
• Recent experience teaching English at secondary school level.
• Strong behaviour/classroom management.
• The ability to work collaboratively with other teachers and staff members

If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Alternatively, if this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays also offer a great Refer-A-Friend Scheme worth £350 in high street vouchers!

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Your new company
Hays Education are working with a special school in Nottinghamshire who are looking to grow their dedicated and passionate team of specialist TA's and Learning Support Assistants. The school provides support to students between 3-18 with complex needs, and with new purpose-built facilities, the school is passionate about providing a tailored curriculum for each individual and their unique potential.

Your new role
The school are looking for a number of additional passionate and enthusiastic teachers to join their dedicated team of staff across the school. They are keen to receive applications from teachers across the board with a variety of experience within SEND and mainstream from EYFS through to KS5. Depending on your experience and expertise, you will be placed within the areas you are most comfortable in. The role will initially begin on a temporary basis, however for the right candidates, also has the potential to turn into a permanent position. Part-time and full-time applicants are welcome.
What you'll need to succeed
You will be a Qualified Teacher with experience working with SEND children and young people who have EHCP's either in a mainstream or specialist environment. You will have a positive behaviour approach, and be able to use a variety of effective strategies to engage and inspire each student and their unique potential.

What you'll get in return
You will be on the MPS/UPS pay scale and have the opportunity to progress and learn within the school and wider trust. You will also have a dedicated Hays consultant to help you in the first steps, as well as Hays exclusive online training to help support you in your new journey. In addition to this, we run a Refer-A-Friend Scheme where you can receive £350 in vouchers to spend on the high street for each referral (T&Cs apply).


What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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Contract Type: Fixed Term (24 months)

Working Hours: 37 hours per week

Worker Type: Hybrid Worker

Salary: Starting Salary is £43,421 (Level one) rising to £46,464 (Level two) subject to satisfactory completion of a probation period. The salary is pro rata for part-time employees.

Location: Loxley House, Station Street, Nottingham NG2 3NG

The starting salary is £43,421 per annum (level one) with annual incremental rises to £46,464 per annum (level four), subject to satisfactory completion of a probation period. The salary is pro-rata for part time employees.

This role is advertised as a 2 year (24 months) fixed term post. Secondments may be considered (approval must be sought from your line manager).

We’ve got an exciting opportunity available for talented individuals to join our workforce - perhaps this is the opportunity you’ve been looking for? Read on to find out more…

Working for Nottingham City Council has great benefits. As well as competitive pay, great leave entitlement and access to a generous pension scheme, we strive to create an innovative, inclusive and progressive work culture where everyone is supported to do and be their very best.

In return, we are looking for people like you - people who are innovative, driven and committed to serving and improving Nottingham. So, if you are passionate about making a difference to the lives of those who live and work in our city, we want to hear from you.

* You can read more about the different benefits offered to colleagues working for Nottingham City Council here.

About the role
Nottingham City Council has an ambition to become an effective research partner and research active organisation, embedding evidence in all decision making. In order to achieve this, we will need to develop a systematic approach for guiding colleagues, provide training and support on finding and applying evidence to inform decisions and processes, and develop research infrastructure including governance, to support research proposals and their delivery. We are looking for a colleague who is passionate about evidence informed practice to lead on this developmental workstream, and to join a national network of research practitioners supported by the NIHR Research Support Service Specialist Centre for Public Health (SCPH) working to embed research across local authorities by sharing best practice and protocols. If you have applied research experience, particularly within a large organisation, we would love to hear from you.

Key objectives of the role will include:
- supporting networking and influencing senior colleagues across the Council to promote the value of research and evidence to inform practice
- delivering research awareness and knowledge mobilisation activities
- facilitating and providing training on finding and using evidence
- assessing Council’s research readiness (including skills and capacity audit) and identifying development needs with regards to research culture, collaboration, dissemination and infrastructure
- supporting development of research infrastructure/processes
- facilitating networking (across all Council’s directorates responsible for functions related to wider health determinants) for colleagues interested in research and enabling access to relevant guidance, support and training
- promoting, supporting and contributing to the activity of the Specialist Centre for Public Health (SCPH)

• About you
  The ideal candidate will have:
  . Knowledge, skills and experience in a broad range of applied research and evaluation methods applicable to public health including wider determinants of health.
  - Knowledge of research funding systems, application processes and governance
  - Understanding of the challenges in translating evidence into practice and experience of facilitating this
  - The ability to influence and engage with senior leaders and Nottingham City Council teams
  - Experience in designing and delivering training and knowledge mobilisation activities related to research and finding and using evidence to inform practice
  - Project management skills and experience
  - The ability to lead, motivate, mobilise and build capacity in others
  - Excellent oral and written communication skills including the ability to present complex issues clearly and in an engaging manner to a range of audiences, both professional and public
  - Experience of working well against a background of change and uncertainty, can work with people of all capabilities and attitudes

The role will be based within our Public Health Knowledge and Intelligence team but will work across all Council’s directorates responsible for functions related to wider health determinants.

Please click on the following link for a short introduction to our Public Health team: What is Public Health - VEED

The post holder will also be expected to develop a close working relationship with colleagues at University of Nottingham and Nottingham Trent University.

What to do next:
• Locate and review the job description and information pack provided. Consider how you will evidence the required competencies and prepare your application.
• We are keen to give all applicants an opportunity to shine and show their full potential. Therefore, in addition to your application we are asking all applicants to send us their response to the following question:

“Thinking about where you live, what three things could or already do, make a big difference to the local community’s health and wellbeing?”
You can provide this response in any format you like – it can be a word document (no more than 1000 words), a set of Powerpoint slides, a short video or something else entirely! In responding to this question we are interested in your personal thoughts and reflections, as well as how you approach the question and communicate your answer. There is no textbook answer, however in order to make this a meaningful part of the process we ask that you do not use AI text generators such as ChatGPT or similar. Responses will be checked for the likely use of AI and the result of this will be considered during shortlisting.

Responses should be emailed to hannah.stovin@nottinghamcity.gov.uk before the closing date and named using the name provided on your application. Important - Applications will not be considered during shortlisting unless this requirement has been met.

You can find the job description for this post here

- A DBS check for a regulated activity is required for this post.

- The postholder will need the ability to live and work in the UK

At Nottingham City Council we believe that work is what you do, not where you do it. We offer different working arrangements, depending on the role, including hybrid working. Further information on Worker Types and what these mean in terms of how and where you work can be found on the additional information for applicants page.

For more information or an informal chat about the role, please email dana.sumilo@nottinghamcity.gov.uk

Closing date: 10th November 2024.

Interviews Likely to be held in person at Loxley House on 29th November 2024

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