Total 1,213 Others job vacancies in Bedford, MK42 9AZ

- Responsible for leading on and providing evidence based therapy assessments, interventions and rehabilitation programs to promote an individuals safety and independence. - Identify concerns or risks that would impede an individuals safe discharge to their place of residency after a hospital admission or a short stay within a D2A or IPR Bed. Using problem solving skills, clinical judgement and collaborative working with system partners to resolve the concerns for the benefit of the client. - Work with the D2A service manager to improve D2A pathways and processes related to therapy services as required - Provide advice, equipment and evaluations based on a clients individual needs. - To be responsible for the oversight of ongoing therapy intervention and reviews post discharge. - To work as an autonomous professional according to Professional Standards and the Health and Care Professions Councils regulations. - To supervise, educate and assess performance of physiotherapy students. This would be to a graduate level and involve working with the universities to ensure the standard of practice and teaching meets the standards set by the degree level qualification. - Work without direct supervision; to hold responsibility for own caseload and supporting the management structure in place to promote the provision of an excellent service. - In times of system surge or under system pressures you may be required to support other areas of therapy services To provide cover for the service 7 days a week as part of a rota. If you feel you would fit in, do apply or call us to have a chat about the role. Amy Simpson Mob: 07435 734321 Email: amy.simpson23@nhs.net This role requires you to travel across the county, so you will require a full UK drivers License and access to a vehicle. This role is part of a 7 day service via a rota and so flexibility to work weekends and bank holidays is also required.

Pension Support Coordinator
c.£23,500 per annum
Remote
Fixed Term Contract (12 months)

Join us at the Money and Pensions Service (MaPS) as a Pension Support Coordinator. You’ll play a key role in helping individuals maximise their money and pensions through high-quality interactions and support. Your work will have the power to positively transform lives. If you’re passionate about making a meaningful impact, we want you on our team!

You’ll be part of a dynamic team dedicated to helping people across the UK improve their financial wellbeing.

Role Overview
The Pension Support Coordinator will report directly to Pensions Operations Manager. In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Triage incoming calls from customers, using fact-finding skills to assess their needs leading to the provision of straight-forward pensions guidance, signposting them to the most appropriate service ensuring they get the right guidance at the right time, or booking the appropriate appointment based on their needs.
• Interact with our customers assisting with appointment booking enquiries, modifications, and cancellations.
• Respond proactively to customer demand, working to agreed service delivery standards.
• Provide timely and accurate follow up information when required, that adds value to the services provided and is clear and easy to understand.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of our service through ad hoc project work

Attend meetings and workshops etc., within the scope of the role.

Skills and Experience Required
To excel in this role, you will need to demonstrate:

• An awareness of the importance of retirement planning
• An awareness of when and how the State pension can be claimed and the basis upon which it’s calculated
• An awareness of pension scams and their implications on retirement planning
• A commitment to on-going personal and professional development; we may require you to undertake training within the scope of the role
• Experience of dealing with members of the public
• Excellent spoken communication skills and ability to translate complex ideas and topics into plain language
• Excellent telephone manner

About Us
The Money and Pensions Service (MaPS) is based in Bedford, in a recently renovated modern office. This is a wonderful opportunity for you to become an integral part of a dynamic organisation, working to help people across the UK.

At the heart of the Money and Pensions Service are our values – caring, connecting, and transforming, which are the foundation of our success. They permeate every area of our work and define all our business relationships and the way we work with each other. We’re not only looking for the best people to come and work for us, but we need people who align themselves with our values:

• Caring
  We care about our colleagues and the people whose lives we are here to transform.
• Connecting
  We will transform lives through our ability to make positive connections.
• Transforming
  We are committed to transforming lives and making a positive societal impact.

Our Inclusive Working Environment
By fostering our values, we are immensely proud of the inclusive working environment that we have created. The diversity of our people is a strength that we embrace and wish to build upon, so we are committed to attracting people of all backgrounds. We work hard to ensure that we have a progressive approach to inclusion, equity, and belonging. We really do want our colleagues to “bring their whole selves to work.”

Our colleague and ally networks encompass LGBTQ+, neurodiversity, women’s health, men’s health, ethnicity, and diversity.

What We Offer

• Generous Annual Leave – 30 days plus Bank Holidays
• Pension scheme – contributions matched 2 to 1 (up to 10% of your salary)
• Interest-free loan for season tickets for buses and trains
• Cycle to work Scheme
• Subsidised eye tests & flu jabs
• Life assurance scheme
• Give as you earn scheme
• Employee assistance programme (EAP)
• PAM Assist and PAM Life scheme (Wellbeing)
• Enhanced family and sick pay
• Paid volunteering (2 days a year)
• Recognition Scheme
• Discounts portal to numerous retailers

Career Development
In MaPS, we take career development seriously. We actively encourage and support applications from our existing MaPS colleagues. However, we do follow the Civil Service Commissioner recruitment principles, which means that you will be required to participate in a full, open, and fair process.

Reserve List
If you are successful at interview, we operate a reserve list where your details will be held for up to 6 months. Should a vacancy come available in that time with the same essential criteria, reserve list candidates will be offered that position with no further assessment required.

Application Process
The law requires that selection for appointment to the Civil Service is on merit on the basis of fair and open competition as outlined in the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles, and you wish to make a complaint, in the first instance, you should contact the Money and Pensions Service via email: recruitment@maps.org.uk. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from the Department, you can contact the Civil Service Commission: Visit the Civil Service Commission website.

Following the call from our team, you will be issued an online test, which can take up to an hour to complete. Once you have passed the online test, we will arrange an interview with the MaPS interview panel, starting the week commencing 11th November.
This recruitment project aims to appoint several Pensions Support Coordinators, with the group start date targeted for the end of January 2025.

Job Reference: MaPS00713
Close Date: 10th November 2024

Career Development
In MaPS, we take career development seriously. We actively encourage and support applications from our existing MaPS colleagues. However, we do follow the Civil Service Commissioner recruitment principles, which means that you will be required to participate in a full, open, and fair process.

Reserve List
If you are successful at interview, we operate a reserve list where your details will be held for up to 6 months. Should a vacancy come available in that time with the same essential criteria, reserve list candidates will be offered that position with no further assessment required.

Application Process
The law requires that selection for appointment to the Civil Service is on merit on the basis of fair and open competition as outlined in the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles, and you wish to make a complaint, in the first instance, you should contact the Money and Pensions Service via email: recruitment@maps.org.uk. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from the Department, you can contact the Civil Service Commission: Visit the Civil Service Commission website.

Following the call from our team, you will be issued an online test, which can take up to an hour to complete. Once you have passed the online test, we will arrange an interview with the MaPS interview panel, starting the week commencing 11th November.
This recruitment project aims to appoint several Pensions Support Coordinators, with the group start date targeted for the end of January 2025.

Job Reference: MaPS00713
Close Date: 10th November 2024

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The ideal candidate is required to plan, lead and, manage a designated team (circa 50 staff) This includes street cleansing, green spaces in accordance with Council's policies and procedures, coordinate the performance of the team to deliver a sustainable customer focused, high quality, cost effective environmental services.

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As a Civil Enforcement Officer you will ensure effective enforcement of parking regulations within on street areas of the Borough and car parks.
You will be the public face of the Council.
Promoting good relations with the community and representing the organisation professionally at all times.
School enforcement is a key part of the service and patrols are carried out morning and afternoon.
Shift times consist of two rotas 06.45 to 15.09 and 10.45 to 19.09.
One week will be the early shift and one week will be the later shift.
You will be working 5 days out of 7 including some weekends and Bank Holidays.
A uniform is supplied including footwear.
Full PPE is also supplied.
Once training is complete you will be assigned an area of the town to cover on patrol and this will be a different area every day.

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We have a fantastic opportunity for a Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Officer SEND. Based in Bedford Integrated Front Door Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub to help deliver positive outcomes for children and young people.

As a SEND Officer, you will be responsible for processing all referrals and requests for childrens social care services, making decisions on the most suitable response based on the childs needs. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and organisational skills as you will be representing the front line for all incoming call and correspondence for the IFD service.

Ideally, you will have office administration experience, especially in, Outlook, word processing as well as experience of working within the Children sector. You will be able to listen, record sensitive information accurately and effectively, and possess a good understanding of issues in relation to child protection and children in need.

We take pride in getting it right first time and you will receive the training and support you deserve to help you deliver for this already first rate service from day one. If you have the commitment, drive, and ability to deliver high service standards across the borough, then you are the person we are looking for.

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An exiting opportunity has arisen within the Bedford Borough Council Finance team for a CCAB/CIMA qualified Finance Business Partner working in the Technical Team. Bedford Borough Council is one of the fastest growing unitary authorities and there are some inspiring projects in the pipeline, where a determined, detail focused candidate could make a real difference.

Bedford's Finance team is designed to be an effective partner to the service: driving decisions upfront to improve performance, including Bedford's diverse capital programme, which includes road and rail upgrades. We are now looking for a motivated and enthusiastic finance professional to join our team.

You will be responsible for delivering the Councils Financial Statements in line with statutory requirements and timescales, managing the Council's Technical Accounting functions including Capital Strategy and Planning and Treasury Management.

You must be able to work at pace and have excellent communication skills as you will be talking to a wide range of financial and non finance stakeholders. You will have a broad remit, access to wider developmental opportunities and the support of experienced finance professionals throughout the team.



The Council is committed to offering you a good work life balance, which includes its flexitime and agile working arrangements, including the ability to work both from home and the office.

The role is full-time (37 hours) and permanent, applications for flexible working will be considered. Applications are made via CV, however candidates are encouraged to tailor their CV to demonstrate their experience in similar roles and how they meet the person specification.

For an informal discussion please contact Rhiain Bevan on 01234 276740 or rhiain.bevan@bedford.gov.uk

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Registered General Nurse RGN - Fernleigh Court Care & Nursing Home, Kempston, Bedfordshire MK42 7FY - Part of The Country Court Family
Hours: Days, 37.5 Hours per week - Weekends on a rota basis (Shift Times 07:45-20:15)
We are looking for a proactive, passionate, and ambitious Nurse (RGN) with a valid PIN, to support us in creating the best person-centred environment for our residents.
Nestled in Kempston, Bedfordshire, our nursing home extends a warm greeting from the moment you step inside. With expertise in nursing, residential, dementia, and respite care, the home accommodates up to eighty residents.
JOINING THE COUNTRY COURT FAMILY We’re proud to be a family run business that’s grown over the years to a family of 2,800+ employees and over 40 care homes. We’re passionate about providing 5* care to our residents. From bistros to pubs and cinema rooms to spas – we’ve created extraordinary care homes so we’re looking for extraordinary people to join our team!
ABOUT THE NURSE RGN ROLE (NIGHTS)
Our Nursing Teams are highly valued, skilled, friendly and naturally kind- and warm-hearted individuals who thrive in their roles, by mentoring others whilst focussing on the personal needs of our residents, empowering and delivering the care they deserve.
You will have a wide range of responsibilities to include making critical clinical decisions, assessing and developing person centred care plans, safely providing nursing care including administering medication, dressings and management of resident’s medical conditions.
Supporting each other is vitally important - we thrive when we work together to create a safe environment for all.
ABOUT YOUAs an experienced qualified nurse RGN, who shows the most up to date knowledge of clinical practices, you will be able to demonstrate excellent leadership and communication skills, be keen in developing yourself and others and able to build good close relationships with residents and their families.
You will be driven and determined to deliver continuous improvement, with an enthusiastic approach and the ability to be highly responsive under pressure. It is also important that you share our same family care values, be a team player and committed to ensure the very best of care is delivered to our wonderful residents.
IN RETURN
You’ll be joining a family business and working alongside a real team-spirited group of people. You’ll also benefit from our generous range of benefits which include*:

Free DBS Check and reimbursement for Annual Nurse RGN PIN Registration cost
Free Parking
Free Uniform
Paid Breaks
A rewarding job with exciting opportunities for career progression
Enhanced Bank Holiday rates at Christmas and New Year at Double time, all other bank holiday paid at Time and a Half
Supportive and bespoke Induction Training Programmes, ongoing training and development and nationally recognised qualifications*
Refer a friend or resident bonus scheme *
Pension Contributions & access to the Blue Light Discount Card.
Annual Staff Awards Programme across all our Homes celebrating our great staff

Plus many more benefits!
*Subject to Terms and Conditions.Interested? Apply today with your CV
PLEASE NOTE:
All applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK and if successful will need to provide evidence.We are no longer accepting applications for sponsorship.

Food & Beverage Assistant - Fernleigh Court Care & Nursing Home, Kempston, Bedfordshire MK42 7FY - Part of The Country Court Family
Hours: 40 hours per week, working weekends on rota (Shift times 08:00- 18:30)
Nestled in Kempston, Bedfordshire, our nursing home extends a warm greeting from the moment you step inside. With expertise in nursing, residential, dementia, and respite care, the home accommodates up to eighty residents.
JOINING THE COUNTRY COURT CARE FAMILY
We’re proud to be a family run business that’s grown over the years to a family of 2,800+ employees and over 40 care homes. We’re passionate about providing 5* care to our residents. From bistros to pubs and cinema rooms to spas – we’ve created extraordinary care homes so we’re looking for extraordinary people to join our team!
ABOUT THE FOOD & BEVERAGE ROLE:Within your role as a Food & Beverage Assistant, you can really make a difference to our residents’ lives. Some of your responsibilities will include:

Serving residents their meals, snacks & beverages
Replenish all snack stations
Clean up after all meals
Re-lay tables & cloths
Cleaning the dining/kitchen areas

ABOUT YOU:We want someone proactive, passionate and ambitious to support us to create the best person-centred environment for our residents and to connect us to our local community. You’ll be genuinely valued and empowered as an integral part of our team. You will have the following experience:

Excellent Customer service skills
Experience as a Food & Beverage Assistant or similar role
Good knowledge & experience in the food/restaurant Industry
Knowledge of COSHH & health & safety standards
Have a friendly & caring attitude
Able to engage well with the residents and their families
Understanding of people with Dementia
Able to work independently & as a team

IN RETURN
You’ll be joining a family business and will benefit from our generous range of benefits which include:

28 days holiday (FTE) (including bank holidays)
Annual pay reviews, pension contributions & enhanced bank holiday rates
Supportive and bespoke Induction Training Programmes, ongoing training and development and nationally recognised qualifications*
Refer a friend or resident bonus scheme*
Pension Contributions & access to the Blue Light Discount Card.
Annual Staff Awards Programme across all our Homes celebrating our great staff

*Subject to Terms and Conditions
Click the Apply Button Now! -If the Food & Beverage Assistant role sounds like a job for you, we would like to hear from you.
PLEASE NOTE:
All applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK and if successful will need to provide evidence.We are no longer accepting applications for sponsorship.
You may have experience as
Waiter, Waitress, catering assistant, maître d’, server, Food runner, bartender, sommelier, host stand, dining assistant, Front of House Host, Host, Hostess

Senior Care Assistant-Nights - Fernleigh Court Care & Nursing Home, Kempston, Bedfordshire MK42 7FY - Part of The Country Court Family
Hours: Nights, 34.5 Hours per week, working weekends on rota (Shift Times 19:45 – 8:00 )
Nestled in Kempston, Bedfordshire, our nursing home extends a warm greeting from the moment you step inside. With expertise in nursing, residential, dementia, and respite care, the home accommodates up to eighty residents.
JOINING THE COUNTRY COURT CARE FAMILY
We’re proud to be a family run business that’s grown over the years to a family of 2,800+ employees and over 40 care homes. We’re passionate about providing 5* care to our residents. From bistros to pubs and cinema rooms to spas – we’ve created extraordinary care homes so we’re looking for extraordinary people to join our team!
ABOUT THE SENIOR CARE ASSISTANT ROLE
Within your role as a Senior Care Assistant, you can really make a difference to our residents’ lives. Your responsibilities will include:

Aiding residents emotional well-being and social needs
Administration and monitoring of medications to residents.
Supporting residents at meals time
Mentor & assist new employees.
Implement, monitor and review care plans to meet residents specific needs.
Plan, allocate & supervise the work of the team of care assistants

*This is not intended as an exhaustive description of duties, please see the job description for full details.
ABOUT YOUOur fantastic staff are at the heart of our homes & provide vital day-to-day support to our residents. Having those care values is vital to share a happy home, so we would love to hear from those who really do want to make a difference to people’s lives.

Experience as a Senior Care Assistant & leading a team.
Be no stranger to working night shifts
Have a friendly & caring attitude.
Able to engage well with the residents and their families
Have an understanding of people with Dementia
NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social care or willing to work towards this.
Great communication skills, both written & verbal.

IN RETURN
You’ll be joining a family business and will benefit from our generous range of benefits which include:

28 days holiday (FTE) (including bank holidays)
Annual pay reviews, pension contributions & enhanced bank holiday rates
Supportive and bespoke Induction Training Programmes, ongoing training and development and nationally recognised qualifications*
Refer a friend or resident bonus scheme*
Pension Contributions & access to the Blue Light Discount Card
Annual Staff Awards Programme across all our Homes celebrating our great staff

*Subject to Terms and Conditions
Click the Apply Button Now! -If the Senior Care Assistant role sounds like a job for you, we would like to hear from you.
PLEASE NOTE:
All applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK and if successful will need to provide evidence.We are no longer accepting applications for sponsorship.
You may have experience as
Senior Carer, dementia, Alzheimer’s, older people, nursing, nurse, senior care assistant, SCA, leadership, NVQ level 2, NVQ Level 3, Nurse Assistant, Senior Support Worker, Senior Care Worker, Senior Support, team leader.

Care Assistant Nights- Fernleigh Court Care & Nursing Home, Kempston, Bedfordshire MK42 7FY - Part of The Country Court Family
Hours: Nights,44 Hours per week, working weekends on rota (Shift Times 20:00-08:00)
Nestled in Kempston, Bedfordshire, our nursing home extends a warm greeting from the moment you step inside. With expertise in nursing, residential, dementia, and respite care, the home accommodates up to eighty residents.
JOINING THE COUNTRY COURT CARE FAMILY
We’re proud to be a family run business that’s grown over the years to a family of 2,800+ employees and over 40 care homes. We’re passionate about providing 5* care to our residents. From bistros to pubs and cinema rooms to spas – we’ve created extraordinary care homes so we’re looking for extraordinary people to join our team!
ABOUT THE CARE ASSISTANT (NIGHTS) ROLE
Within the Care Assistant role, you can really make a difference to our residents’ lives. Your responsibilities will include:

Helping our residents with personal support and care
Aiding their emotional well-being and social needs
Supporting residents at meals time
Interacting with our residents on a personal level
Maintaining and developing the residents care plan to ensure their needs are met

ABOUT YOU
Our fantastic staff are at the heart of our homes & provide vital day-to-day support to our residents. Having those care values is vital to share a happy home, so we would love to hear from those who really do want to make a difference to people’s lives.

Be no stranger to working night shifts
Able to engage well with the residents and their families
Have good written & verbal communication skills
Have an understanding of people with Dementia.
Experience as a Care Assistant is preferred but not essential
Have an NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social care or be willing to work towards this.

IN RETURN
You’ll be joining a family business and will benefit from our generous range of benefits which include:

28 days holiday (FTE) (including bank holidays)
Annual pay reviews, pension contributions & enhanced bank holiday rates
Supportive and bespoke Induction Training Programmes, ongoing training and development and nationally recognised qualifications*
Refer a friend or resident bonus scheme*
Pension Contributions & access to the Blue Light Discount Card
Annual Staff Awards Programme across all our Homes celebrating our great staff

*Subject to Terms and Conditions
Click the Apply Button Now! -If the Care Assistant sounds like a job for you, we would like to hear from you.
PLEASE NOTE:
All applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK and if successful will need to provide evidence.
You may have experience as
Care Assistant, Carer, support worker, dementia, Alzheimer’s, care worker, health and social care, healthcare, senior care assistant.

Become a DMN Logistics Inspector/Driver

DMN Logistics are one of the UK’s leading independent vehicle collection, delivery and inspection companies

Due to ongoing growth we require FULL TIME self-employed driver contractors based across England to join our expanding network across the UK .

Home based you will start as a Self-Employed Vehicle Collection and Delivery Driver

You will collect and deliver vehicles across the UK. You will be required to plan your own travel between drop off and collections by utilising public transport or through the resource of our network of drivers

Following a successful probationary period, you will be up-skilled to be a Corporate Handover Driver and ultimately trained to join our Inspections team working on blue chip accounts as an Inspector/Driver enjoying the additional benefits associated with the role

Experience is not essential as full training will be given, you must have good customer service skills, a working knowledge of vehicles and have a professional can-do attitude

To apply applicants must have

A full UK driving licence, held for at least 5 years and with no more than 6 penalty points and no major endorsements such as : CD, IN, DR, DD, TT99
You MUST be over 30 years old to meet insurance requirements
You MUST have Off-road parking i.e. driveway or allocated off road parking space at your address.
Driving Licence must show current address

The Benefits:
Competitive remuneration / weekly pay
Inspection Fee: an industry leading £17.50 per inspection on top of movement job price when fully trained at which point uniform will be provided.
The latest technology enabling you to work smart
Fuel cards & Trade plates provided
Full training with ongoing progression
Fully supported by our driver support team whilst out on the road
Job Type: Self Employed – regular work available from Monday – Friday.

We are only looking for drivers available Monday to Friday.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £375.00-£600.00 per week Our drivers are averaging £500 a week.

Apply at www.dmnlogistics.co.uk/apply

Pension Support Coordinator
c.£23,500 per annum
Remote
Fixed Term Contract (12 months)

Join us at the Money and Pensions Service (MaPS) as a Pension Support Coordinator. You’ll play a key role in helping individuals maximise their money and pensions through high-quality interactions and support. Your work will have the power to positively transform lives. If you’re passionate about making a meaningful impact, we want you on our team!

You’ll be part of a dynamic team dedicated to helping people across the UK improve their financial wellbeing.

Role Overview
The Pension Support Coordinator will report directly to Pensions Operations Manager. In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Triage incoming calls from customers, using fact-finding skills to assess their needs leading to the provision of straight-forward pensions guidance, signposting them to the most appropriate service ensuring they get the right guidance at the right time, or booking the appropriate appointment based on their needs.
• Interact with our customers assisting with appointment booking enquiries, modifications, and cancellations.
• Respond proactively to customer demand, working to agreed service delivery standards.
• Provide timely and accurate follow up information when required, that adds value to the services provided and is clear and easy to understand.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of our service through ad hoc project work
• Attend meetings and workshops etc., within the scope of the role.

Skills and Experience Required
To excel in this role, you will need to demonstrate:

• An awareness of the importance of retirement planning
• An awareness of when and how the State pension can be claimed and the basis upon which it’s calculated
• An awareness of pension scams and their implications on retirement planning
• A commitment to on-going personal and professional development; we may require you to undertake training within the scope of the role
• Experience of dealing with members of the public
• Excellent spoken communication skills and ability to translate complex ideas and topics into plain language
• Excellent telephone manner

About Us
The Money and Pensions Service (MaPS) is based in Bedford, in a recently renovated modern office. This is a wonderful opportunity for you to become an integral part of a dynamic organisation, working to help people across the UK.

At the heart of the Money and Pensions Service are our values – caring, connecting, and transforming, which are the foundation of our success. They permeate every area of our work and define all our business relationships and the way we work with each other. We’re not only looking for the best people to come and work for us, but we need people who align themselves with our values:

• Caring
  We care about our colleagues and the people whose lives we are here to transform.
• Connecting
  We will transform lives through our ability to make positive connections.
• Transforming
  We are committed to transforming lives and making a positive societal impact.

Our Inclusive Working Environment
By fostering our values, we are immensely proud of the inclusive working environment that we have created. The diversity of our people is a strength that we embrace and wish to build upon, so we are committed to attracting people of all backgrounds. We work hard to ensure that we have a progressive approach to inclusion, equity, and belonging. We really do want our colleagues to “bring their whole selves to work.”

Our colleague and ally networks encompass LGBTQ+, neurodiversity, women’s health, men’s health, ethnicity, and diversity.

What We Offer

• Generous Annual Leave – 30 days plus Bank Holidays
• Pension scheme – contributions matched 2 to 1 (up to 10% of your salary)
• Interest-free loan for season tickets for buses and trains
• Cycle to work Scheme
• Subsidised eye tests & flu jabs
• Life assurance scheme
• Give as you earn scheme
• Employee assistance programme (EAP)
• PAM Assist and PAM Life scheme (Wellbeing)
• Enhanced family and sick pay
• Paid volunteering (2 days a year)
• Recognition Scheme
• Discounts portal to numerous retailers

Career Development
In MaPS, we take career development seriously. We actively encourage and support applications from our existing MaPS colleagues. However, we do follow the Civil Service Commissioner recruitment principles, which means that you will be required to participate in a full, open, and fair process.

Reserve List
If you are successful at interview, we operate a reserve list where your details will be held for up to 6 months. Should a vacancy come available in that time with the same essential criteria, reserve list candidates will be offered that position with no further assessment required.

Application Process
The law requires that selection for appointment to the Civil Service is on merit on the basis of fair and open competition as outlined in the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles, and you wish to make a complaint, in the first instance, you should contact the Money and Pensions Service via email: recruitment@maps.org.uk. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from the Department, you can contact the Civil Service Commission: Visit the Civil Service Commission website.

Following the call from our team, you will be issued an online test, which can take up to an hour to complete. Once you have passed the online test, we will arrange an interview with the MaPS interview panel, starting the week commencing 11th November.
This recruitment project aims to appoint several Pensions Support Coordinators, with the group start date targeted for the end of January 2025.

Job Reference: MaPS00713
Close Date: 10th November 2024

Career Development
In MaPS, we take career development seriously. We actively encourage and support applications from our existing MaPS colleagues. However, we do follow the Civil Service Commissioner recruitment principles, which means that you will be required to participate in a full, open, and fair process.

Reserve List
If you are successful at interview, we operate a reserve list where your details will be held for up to 6 months. Should a vacancy come available in that time with the same essential criteria, reserve list candidates will be offered that position with no further assessment required.

Application Process
The law requires that selection for appointment to the Civil Service is on merit on the basis of fair and open competition as outlined in the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles, and you wish to make a complaint, in the first instance, you should contact the Money and Pensions Service via email: recruitment@maps.org.uk. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from the Department, you can contact the Civil Service Commission: Visit the Civil Service Commission website.

Following the call from our team, you will be issued an online test, which can take up to an hour to complete. Once you have passed the online test, we will arrange an interview with the MaPS interview panel, starting the week commencing 11th November.
This recruitment project aims to appoint several Pensions Support Coordinators, with the group start date targeted for the end of January 2025.

Job Reference: MaPS00713
Close Date: 10th November 2024

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Exciting Opportunity: Learning Support Assistant

Position: SEN Learning Support Assistant
Location: Meldreth, Nr Royston, Cambridgeshire/Hertfordshire border
Hourly Rate: £11.72 - £12.78 per hour
Annual Salary: £20,941.30 - £22,835.30 (Term-Time Only)
Contract: Permanent, 40 hours per week, term-time only

About the Role

Join our team as an SEN Learning Support Assistant and make a real difference in the lives of students aged 5-19, who have social, emotional struggles, profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD) and complex needs.. In this exciting role, you'll work closely with a talented teaching team to provide both academic and vocational support, helping students unlock their potential and thrive both in and out of the classroom. From hands-on outdoor Bushcraft activities to life skills sessions, every day will bring new opportunities to inspire and empower students to succeed.

You'll be at the heart of a dynamic, specialized learning environment, where your support will help students manage sensory overload, reduce anxiety, and navigate transitions as they work toward their personal and academic goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to students in their learning, development, and progress across all areas of the curriculum.
• Assist students with personal and educational goals, particularly those with profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD) and complex needs.
• Promote an environment that values equality, diversity, and respect for all.
• Play a proactive role in fostering a positive learning environment, supporting students in developing confidence and independence.
• Participate in physical intervention and personal care routines as required.
• Collaborate with a dedicated team to ensure the best outcomes for students, focusing on their transition into adult life.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking candidates who are:

• Eager to develop their skills and work towards formal qualifications (funded by us).
• Compassionate and passionate about working with children and young people with additional needs.
• Able to see potential rather than limitations, with a proactive, creative approach to problem-solving.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of all students.
• Effective communicators, both in team settings and when working independently.
• Willing to support outdoor and community-based learning activities.
• Educated to at least Level 2 in Maths and English (or equivalent).

Benefits

• Be part of a highly skilled, accredited specialist team.
• Opportunities for meaningful career development and progression.
• Fully funded training and qualifications to enhance your skill set.
• Life assurance and enhanced pension scheme.
• PerkBox offering high street discounts.
• Employee assistance programme for well-being support.
• Bike-to-work scheme and car lease scheme.

How to Apply

If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and want to be part of a supportive and dynamic team, apply online today! For more information, contact tom.baker@randstad.co.uk

Please Note: Successful candidates will be subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

Join us in making a real difference!

Exciting Opportunity: Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Position: Level 2 Teaching Assistant
Location: Meldreth, Nr Royston, Cambridgeshire/Hertfordshire border
Hourly Rate: £11.72 - £12.78 per hour
Annual Salary: £20,941.30 - £22,835.30 (Term-Time Only)
Contract: Permanent, 40 hours per week, term-time only

About the Role

We are looking for a Level 2 Teaching Assistant to work with students aged 5-19, who have social, emotional struggles, profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD) and complex needs. In this vital role, you will collaborate with our experienced teaching team to provide both academic and vocational support, helping students succeed in their educational and personal development. Your involvement will span a range of settings, including classroom activities, outdoor Bushcraft sessions, and life skills programs.

As part of a highly specialized learning environment, you will play a key role in helping students manage sensory overload, anxiety, and transitions, while supporting them in achieving their personal and educational goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to students in their learning, development, and progress across all areas of the curriculum.
• Assist students with personal and educational goals, particularly those with profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD) and complex needs.
• Promote an environment that values equality, diversity, and respect for all.
• Play a proactive role in fostering a positive learning environment, supporting students in developing confidence and independence.
• Participate in physical intervention and personal care routines as required.
• Collaborate with a dedicated team to ensure the best outcomes for students, focusing on their transition into adult life.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking candidates who are:

• Eager to develop their skills and work towards formal qualifications (funded by us).
• Compassionate and passionate about working with children and young people with additional needs.
• Able to see potential rather than limitations, with a proactive, creative approach to problem-solving.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of all students.
• Effective communicators, both in team settings and when working independently.
• Willing to support outdoor and community-based learning activities.
• Educated to at least Level 2 in Maths and English (or equivalent).

Benefits

• Be part of a highly skilled, accredited specialist team.
• Opportunities for meaningful career development and progression.
• Fully funded training and qualifications to enhance your skill set.
• Life assurance and enhanced pension scheme.
• PerkBox offering high street discounts.
• Employee assistance programme for well-being support.
• Bike-to-work scheme and car lease scheme.

How to Apply

If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and want to be part of a supportive and dynamic team, apply online today! For more information, contact tom.baker@randstad.co.uk

Please Note: Successful candidates will be subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

Join us in making a real difference!

Exciting Opportunity: SEN Teaching Assistant

Position: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Meldreth, Nr Royston, Cambridgeshire/Hertfordshire border
Hourly Rate: £11.72 - £12.78 per hour
Annual Salary: £20,941.30 - £22,835.30 (Term-Time Only)
Contract: Permanent, 40 hours per week, term-time only

About the Role

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will be vital in supporting students aged 5-19, who have social, emotional struggles, profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD) and complex needs. Collaborating with our experienced teaching staff, you will offer academic and vocational support to help students thrive both educationally and personally. Whether in the classroom, during Bushcraft activities outdoors, or in life skills sessions, your contribution will have a meaningful impact.

In this role, you will provide essential support in a highly specialised learning environment, helping students to manage sensory overload, anxiety, and transitions while working towards their personal and educational goals. You'll be working both inside the classroom and within the wider community to create a positive and empowering environment for all learners.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to students in their learning, development, and progress across all areas of the curriculum.
• Assist students with personal and educational goals, particularly those with profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD) and complex needs.
• Promote an environment that values equality, diversity, and respect for all.
• Play a proactive role in fostering a positive learning environment, supporting students in developing confidence and independence.
• Participate in physical intervention and personal care routines as required.
• Collaborate with a dedicated team to ensure the best outcomes for students, focusing on their transition into adult life.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking candidates who are:

• Eager to develop their skills and work towards formal qualifications (funded by us).
• Compassionate and passionate about working with children and young people with additional needs.
• Able to see potential rather than limitations, with a proactive, creative approach to problem-solving.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of all students.
• Effective communicators, both in team settings and when working independently.
• Willing to support outdoor and community-based learning activities.
• Educated to at least Level 2 in Maths and English (or equivalent).

Benefits

• Be part of a highly skilled, accredited specialist team.
• Opportunities for meaningful career development and progression.
• Fully funded training and qualifications to enhance your skill set.
• Life assurance and enhanced pension scheme.
• PerkBox offering high street discounts.
• Employee assistance programme for well-being support.
• Bike-to-work scheme and car lease scheme.

How to Apply

If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and want to be part of a supportive and dynamic team, apply online today! For more information, contact tom.baker@randstad.co.uk

Please Note: Successful candidates will be subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

Join us in making a real difference!