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In your capacity as Sodexo's Cook Manager at Brewood C of E Middle School, Brewood, you will be in charge of managing the finances and food and beverage operations for your school's kitchen. It will be your duty to make sure that the food and service meet the highest standards and that the school catering is among the best in the area. Your attitude will affect the way your team functions on a daily basis as the person they look to for guidance and encouragement, which will promote a positive and effective work atmosphere. In addition, you won't have to put in unconventional hours and will get time off for public holidays, which includes Christmas!

Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

What you do:

• Manage the replenishment of food and the dismantling of work areas at the end of service.
• Develop, mentor, conduct training, and inspire the kitchen team.
• Control the complete catering operation, including labour, food, and stock expenses.
• Manage and optimise all costs that are under your control.
• Ensure uniformity in the food and service standards provided to fellow staff members, visitors and students.
• Manage the creation and development of menus.
• Conduct routine audits to ensure standards are being followed.

What you bring:

• Must have expertise on cooking on a large scale, anywhere between 100 – 1300 students.
• Have experience following recipes, possibly in a similar setting.
• Have previous staff supervision experience or line management experience.
• Have experience working with fresh produce and ingredients.
• Be aware of the importance of adhering to health and safety procedures.
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines in a busy Kitchen environment.
• Be professional, leading by example and having a positive outlook is key.
• Hold basic food handling skills certification:
  • NVQ Level 2
  • Level 2 Food safety Certificate
  • A minimum of 1 years of experience in hands on cooking, training on Food Hygiene, and Health & Safety will be given.

What we offer:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

• Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
• Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work related issues or personal issues such as bereavement.
• Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24hr virtual GP and various other services.
• The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card.
• Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
• Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan
• A death in Service benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by Sodexo
• Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools.
• Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.
• Volunteering Opportunities to enable all colleagues to help support worthwhile causes in our communities.
• Flexible and dynamic work environment
• Competitive compensation
• Full training and full protective uniform supplied.

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

**Sodexo and our Clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Certain roles will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (UK) and / or Disclosure Scotland (Scotland)**

*Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of application

“You bring your passion for food. We’ll bring our passion for developing our people”

• £13.00 to £14.50 per hour
• 33 hours per week
• Working pattern: Monday to Friday 8am to 2.30pm
• Term Time only (39 week Working Contract paid over 52 weeks)**

​**Equated pay (sometimes known as spread-over pay) is a method of paying you for your contracted hours, working weeks and holiday pay spread over 12 months instead of just receiving pay during the months that you work and none during the school closures/non-working weeks. This means that you get paid equal amounts of pay every month. Further information will be supplied at interview stage.**

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job..

Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.

Do you have a passion for nature and conservation? Are you ready to step into a role where your expertise in ecology can shape landscapes, support biodiversity, and connect people with nature?

At Staffordshire County Council, we are committed to creating an innovative, ambitious, and sustainable environment where everyone thrives. As part of our Environment & Countryside Service, you'll join a vibrant team dedicated to preserving 4,500 km of public rights of way, overseeing breath-taking country parks, and leading essential conservation projects. Our vision is to foster sustainable communities, improve local ecosystems, and champion Staffordshire’s countryside.

You will be joining us at an exciting time at Staffordshire County Council as we develop our Local Nature Recovery Strategy (LNRS) and are committing substantial invest in our Countryside Estate. You’ll have the opportunity to develop your skills, make impactful decisions, and work toward a sustainable future for Staffordshire’s Country Parks and wider environment.

This role is based at Cannock Chase with access to desk space in Stafford and travel throughout the County.

​This is a full time role fixed term for 2 years.

As our Countryside Ecologist, you’ll bring expert ecological guidance to support the management of Cannock Chase, country parks, and other natural spaces. You’ll be hands-on managing habitat restoration, conservation projects, and the reintroduction of grazing initiatives for a internationally important heathland, whilst ensuring compliance with relevant local and national legislation.

You’ll work across Staffordshire and as part of with a passionate team to lead habitat conservation projects and Countryside Stewardship schemes, forge partnerships, and inspire local volunteers, while ensuring compliance with environmental standards and legislation.

You will also:

• Lead the ecological management of habitats and species across Staffordshire’s countryside estate.
• Lead on reviewing and developing conservation grazing projects.
• Develop and manage projects, including species recovery, habitats and legal compliance.
• manage grants and environmental schemes, from applications to reporting compliance.
• Collaborate with county environmental specialists, statutory agencies, and local stakeholders; including public consultation activities.
• Supervise and empower volunteers, fostering a positive culture for conservation and community engagement.

What You’ll Bring:

• A degree or equivalent experience in ecology or a related field.
• Strong background in habitat management, conservation methods, and biodiversity legislation.
• Practical skills in contract management, GIS, and public engagement.
• Physical fitness to work outdoors across all seasons and a full driving license.
• Ability to form working relationships with dispersed individuals and teams.

If you would like more information about the role, contact CathyTaylor cathy.taylor@staffordshire.gov.uk

Interview Date: Wednesday 11 December 2024

“We’re happy to talk flexible working”

Our Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.

We are no ordinary county council:

Our Values:

The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.

Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:

We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.

We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.

Our benefits:

We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.

In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire

Our recruitment process:

As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communities

As part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your application meets the minimum criteria for the post.

As you’ll know safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people/vulnerable adults is important to us and that’s why this position is subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. If applicable you should disclose details of unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application form.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

We have a fantastic opportunity to lead our dedicated team in promoting sustainable waste management at our Household Waste Recycling Centres!

As a Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC) Team Leader you will:

• Be able to effectively lead and motivate a team to help maximise the quality and number of materials separated for recycling.
• Plan and organise the activities on site, organise staff responsibilities and be the face of Staffordshire County Council to on site visitors and, where required, deputise for the HWRC Supervisor.
• Be a great communicator and be able to demonstrate a positive and encouraging leadership approach.
• Have experience using IT systems and be confident using Microsoft office software.

Your day-to-day duties will vary, and may include the following:

• Helping the public use the site in a safe manner, adhering to all Health and Safety guidance.
• Being the accountable fire marshal and first aid trained responder on site.
• Providing friendly, informative and professional customer service.
• Protecting yourself and your team by promoting high standards of health and safety.
• Safely operating equipment and machinery and reporting any faults and issues.
• Working with commercial traders, providing advice and handling payments.
• Reporting unauthorised waste depositing and promoting environmental sustainability.
• Supporting other HWRC teams as part of the Staffordshire HWRC Network.

This role is based at our Stafford location.

You will have:

• A Certificate of technical competence in Hazardous Waste Transfer (Ideal, not essential to role)
• Experience of leading a team
• Working knowledge of health and safety legislation and operations
• A flexible approach to duties, willing to learn and be trained
• Good verbal and written communication skills – to facilitate inductions, training and communication with site staff, management, clients, contractors and the public
• Strong numerical and literacy skills and paperwork and recording skills
• An understanding of recycling and recyclable materials is an advantage
• Trained First Aider, or willing and capable of being trained
• A Full UK driving licence
• Experience in operating a above 10ton 360 wheeled excavator. ( or willing to learn)
• Experience in the operation of Household waste recycling centres (HWRC'S)
• Good attention to detail
• Willing to work weekends and Bank holidays

For more information, please contact Danny Wraxton at danny.wraxton@staffordshire.gov.uk

Potential interview date will be: Week commencing 2nd December 2024

Our Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.

We are no ordinary county council:

Our Values:

The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.

Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:

We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.

We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.

Our benefits:

We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.

In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire

Our recruitment process:

As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communities

As part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your application meets the minimum criteria for the post.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Home Manager (Nurse) based at Weston/Queensway, Stafford

Available Hours:

Permanent - full time - 37.5

Salary £10.11 per hour

Please note we are only accepting candidates currently living within a 45-minute commute of the Care Home

Are you passionate about helping people? Are you warm and compassionate? Are you looking to join a company who cares for their staff? If so, we want to hear from you!

Why join?

You will be joining an organisation with strong values, a highly supportive culture and a commitment to the safety and wellbeing of employees. In addition, you will work alongside highly motivated colleagues in an environment of strong teamwork whilst also having fun. This is a hugely rewarding role and a career to be proud of where every day you will go home knowing you made a positive difference to the lives of older people. Plus, much more!

In addition to a highly competitive salary, we offer a lot more:

• 27 days holiday (excluding bank holidays) and an option to buy annual leave.
• Life assurance.
• A discount scheme which includes savings with retail stores and online purchases.
• Access to a number of nationally recognised training courses and qualifications.
• Genuine career progression and development opportunities.
• Employee assistance programme including free counselling and legal advice.
• Access to chaplaincy and pastoral support.
• Access to wellbeing resources.
• Recommend a friend scheme.
• Family friendly policies.
• Long service awards.
• Free uniform and DBS check.
• Healthcare scheme at competitive rates.

About the role

As a Home Manager you will lead, inspire and engage your team to deliver an outstanding quality of personalised care and support to our residents enabling them to live later life well. You will be accountable for the commercial and financial performance of the home including occupancy levels and operating profit whilst ensuring regulatory compliance. In addition, you will develop and maintain positive internal and external relationships and be a true brand ambassador for MHA by living our values: respect every person, treating them with dignity; nurture mind body and spirit; and inspire the best in each other.

For more information about the role please review the attached job description.

About the home

Finding the right care home can be a difficult journey for any family. And the decision often takes on different meaning when choosing support for a loved one with dementia. We know this can be a complicated time, but your local team at MHA's Weston & Queensway House care home in Stafford will be with you every step of the way.

About you

You will be an experienced Home Manager with inspirational leadership skills, a passion for adult social care and track record of developing and motivating teams to deliver outstanding care through continuous improvement. We are looking for a confident communicator with strong commercial awareness and strategic thinking ability coupled with a compassionate and resilient nature. You will need a 1st level Registered Nurse qualification and current PIN, with a recognised professional management qualification and a willingness to develop. You will hold or be willing to study for NVQ Level 4 in Care or LMC Level 4 Award.

If you want to know more then please apply via our website mha.org.uk

MHA are fully committed to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) as this is embedded in our values: respect, nurture and inspire. In addition, as a committed employer we have been awarded level 2 under the Disability Confident Scheme. Click here to read more about this.

Please note that interviews may take place prior to the closing date and if a suitable candidate is appointed the role may close early.

Recruitment agencies: please note, MHA do not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies, regardless of whether they are on our Preferred Supplier List (PSL). We only accept CVs from agencies that have been appointed and briefed by MHA's Talent Acquisition Team.

Job Title: Primary TeacherLocation: Stafford, StaffordshireStart Date: January 2025
Job Type: Temporary, Full-Time/Part-Time
About Us:
At Hays, our education team work with hundreds of schools in the Staffordshire area on a recruitment and supply basis. We support schools with cover for day-to-day short-term positions, long-term ongoing positions and assist with filling permanent vacancies in EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.
Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging and effective lessons across various subjects and year groups.
• Follow lesson plans and ensure continuity of learning in the absence of a regular teacher.
• Manage classroom behaviour and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Adapt teaching methods to meet the diverse needs of students.
• Collaborate with other staff members to support student learning and school initiatives.

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Experience in teaching across different key stages is preferred.
• Strong classroom management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility and adaptability to work in different classroom settings.

Benefits:

• Opportunity to work in a supportive and dynamic environment.
• Weekly pay
• Chose your own days

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Join Our Team as a SEN Teaching Assistant in Stafford!

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with special educational needs (SEN)? Hays Education is seeking dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants to join our team in Stafford.

Position: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Stafford, Staffordshire

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-on-one and small group support to students with SEN.
• Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
• Support classroom teachers in managing student behaviour and fostering a positive learning environment.
• Help students with personal care tasks, where necessary.
• Encourage and motivate students to engage in learning activities.

Requirements:

• Previous experience working with children with SEN is highly desirable.
• A patient, empathetic, and resilient nature.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Relevant qualifications or training in SEN support (preferred but not essential).
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Why Join Hays Education?

• Weekly pay
• Supportive and inclusive working environment.
• Opportunities for career progression within the education sector.

If you are enthusiastic about supporting children with SEN and want to be part of a dynamic team, we would love to hear from you! Apply now to start your rewarding career with Hays Education.

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.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Are you customer service focused, a problem solver and someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment?

We are looking for a dynamic individual to join our team of skilled ICT Support Officers.

The ICT Service Desk provides technical support, advice and information on a wide range of hardware and applications and is the single point of contact for all customer ICT requests, problems and issues.

The role works across Staffordshire County Council and the ICT community. It is primarily responsible for the provision of first and second line support, providing efficient problem resolution, advice and support for customers dealing with user applications and laptops including associated peripheral devices. You will make use of corporate standards, best practice and established industrial standards in order to achieve the objectives of the unit.

The post after the initial 2 week in office training period is a hybrid working model based on 2 days in the office and 3 days at home. We will provide a standard laptop and necessary kit but you must have a stable internet connection at home.

As an ICT Support Officer, you will be:

• Taking calls from SCC customers throughout Staffordshire and beyond
• Thinking on your feet and solving issues first line
• Developing our self service customer portal
• Provide excellent customer service at all times

We are looking for you to have:

• excellent technical ICT knowledge, to include PC hardware, mobiles and tablets, a wide range of software including Operating Systems, Office 365, Active Directory and Active Directory Azure
• exceptional communication and customer care skills
• experience of working in a support environment is essential.

For an informal discussion please contact Helen Crook, Team Leader, ICT Service Desk at helen.crook@staffordshire.gov.uk We're happy to talk flexible working.

Interviews will be held during week commencing 18 November 2024.

We are no ordinary county council:

Our Values:

The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.

Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:

We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.

We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.

Our benefits:

We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.

In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire

Our recruitment process:

As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communities

As part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your application meets the minimum criteria for the post.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme