Total 6 Senior Executive level Education / Training job vacancies in Derby, DE1 3WD

We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes.

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

The School of Psychology was established in 2020 and is situated within the College of Health, Psychology and Social Care. The School is home to our two Discipline areas of Psychological and Behavioural Sciences (PBS) and Professional Psychological Practice (PPP). As a School we seek to deliver excellence in all areas of academic activity, including our teaching and research. We foster a culture of continual growth and improvement and seek to hold equality, diversity, inclusion and wellbeing as a central pillar to all activity. As a TEF Gold institution we put student experience at the heart of all of our activity.

About the Role

We are excited to be able to advertise this role for a senior academic in health psychology with considerable experience in higher education. You will contribute to the academic leadership and delivery of our MSc Health Psychology programmes and to the research profile of the School of Psychology, including applied health psychology research.

As we grow our health psychology provision, this role will include oversight, leadership and development of our campus and online programmes, working with the Head of Discipline, senior academics and the wider teaching team to ensure continuation of excellent student experience and outcomes.

The role will include leading and supporting our marketing events (e.g., open days) which occasionally take place into evenings and at weekends.

The School of Psychology has an active research agenda, and you will be expected to engage with and support financially sustainable research and/or other appropriate academic activity.

There will be opportunity for working from home as agreed with the Head of Discipline. We do support hybrid working as business needs permit. There is currently no requirement for line management in this role. We are advertising this as a full-time position but would be happy to consider candidates who would prefer part time.

About You

To be successful in this role you should have experience of curriculum development and design, and significant teaching experience in health psychology. You should already hold FHEA and may hold SFHEA (or be willing to work towards this). You should have a track record of high quality and impactful research and be able to demonstrate engagement with industry in the development of research. You should also be able to demonstrate a track record in securing external funding. Excellence in communication, team and collaborative working are essential, both internally and externally.

Being a HCPC registered (or eligible) Practitioner Psychologist (health domain) is desirable for this role but not essential.

Key Contacts

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Dr Amy Baraniak, Head of Discipline – Professional Psychological Practice via a.baraniak@derby.ac.uk.

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement of 47 days inclusive of bank holidays and concessionary days (pro rata)
Teacher’s Pension Scheme
Suite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support including family-friendly policies, generous sick pay provision and comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
Access to a variety of staff discounts at high street retailers
Discounted onsite gym
Discounted access to Devonshire Spa
Cycle to Work scheme
A flexible working environment
A commitment to personal and professional development
Important Information

This role is eligible for sponsorship by the University, however, your individual circumstances must meet the criteria set out by UKVI; this includes meeting the English Language requirement and earning a salary that meets the highest of either the going rate for the SOC code or the minimum salary threshold for the Skilled Worker route (£38,700 per annum).

If the role is eligible, but the offered salary is less that the going rate for the role, you may still be able to apply for a Skilled Worker visa if:

Your job is on the Immigration Skills List
You’re under 26, studying or a recent graduate, or in professional training
You have a PhD level qualification that’s relevant to your job
You have a postdoctoral position in science or higher education
Please note that the University cannot confirm your eligibility for sponsorship until an offer is made and your individual circumstances have been considered.

For more information, visit Applying from Overseas - How to apply for a job at the University of Derby - University of Derby

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect everyone who works for us to also share this commitment and to treat people with courtesy and respect.

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification. To apply, please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB - this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account As an employer and sponsor licence holder, to be able to provide sponsorship to overseas nationals via the Skilled Worker route we must ensure that we adhere to the sponsorship requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration. After carefully reviewing this role, we do not believe that this position meets the requirements for sponsorship. For details on eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa, please follow this link to the gov.uk website Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account. Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorship Impacts of the changes to the UK immigration policy | NHS Employers

An opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Research Nurse to join our research delivery team to support the growing portfolio of research studies undertaken by the research team at UHDB. The post will suit a dynamic, enthusiastic and creative individuals looking to further their career in research.

The post holder will be working with a renowned multidisciplinary team in various areas. You will manage your own caseload of patients on clinical trials with the support of the wider research and clinical team.

You will be expected to deputise in the absence of the Senior Research Nurse as required. Previous clinical research experience with drug and commercial trials is desirable, however training is offered.

Preferably educated to degree level or equivalent, you will work within the guidelines and policies for the conduct of clinical trials, ensuring high standards of practice in accordance with the principles of GCP.

The successful applicant should have a flexible approach and the ability to work both as part of the team and independently. In addition, excellent communication, administrative and IT skills and being supportive and open to new initiatives are valued by the team.

The post holder will support trials from set up to close and will be responsible for assessing and managing the care pathways for patients and carers participating in clinical trials. This will involve the recruitment, education and monitoring of research participants and the collection and documentation of accurate data.

You will be working closely with principal investigators and members of the multidisciplinary team, and will support patients who choose to participate in clinical trials by providing advice and information and acting as the patients' advocate.

An important aspect of the role is the maintenance of accurate and comprehensive records of data derived from the research studies. The post holder will be involved in ensuring that any research undertaken within the department safeguards the well-being of the patients and is conducted within ICH Good Clinical Practice Guidelines for Research.

You will have an excellent range of clinical skills and can demonstrate significant knowledge and some experience of supporting clinical research in a hospital setting.

Proven recent experience of coordinating/supporting complex research studies and using the study intensity tool to manage workload is required for the post.

You will be an effective communicator who can work well both independently and within a multi-disciplinary team, with excellent attention to detail.

Closing date of applications: 15 September 2024

Interview date: 27 September 2024

As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together

Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.

In return we will offer:
• Development opportunities, including both professional and leadership development
• On-going support through every step of the way from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.
• A variety of other staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes

Key Facts about our Trust:
• We see on average 4810 OP appointments per day.
• We are the 4thbusiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England – an average of 2077 per week.
• An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day – 3rd largest in the country.
• Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily.
• Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres.
• We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres.
• We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day.

Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB – this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.

Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorship Impacts of the changes to the UK immigration policy | NHS Employers






This advert closes on Sunday 15 Sep 2024

Job Title: Children’s Senior Support Worker
Salary: £25,500 to £27,000 plus additional for sleep-ins
Location: Derbyshire
Hours of Work: Full Time (39 Hours per week)

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Support Worker to join one of our Children’s Homes & Schools. This is a permanent position offering an excellent opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of young people.

Key Responsibilities:
• Provide a safe and supportive environment for young people
• Promote, safeguard and protect the welfare of each young person
• Provide good quality care, which is free from oppression and where differences are respected and valued
• Provide high-quality support to children and young people with emotional, mental health, and behavioural issues
• Implement care plans and risk assessments, ensuring the well-being of each individual
• Maintain a good level of spoken and written English to effectively communicate with individuals, families, and team members
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and policies related to children and young people's care
• Lead in meal preparation and provision within the home as well as organising and leading group activities and holidays
• Assess and observe behaviour of young people
• Complete administrative tasks including reviews, progress reports and incident reports

Requirements
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
• Hold a Current Valid Driving Licence
• Effective Leadership (12 months experience) in a similar role and environment
• Specialised experience supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties
• Excellent IT skills- able to use outlook, word and excel
• Thorough knowledge of children legislations and safeguarding procedures.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with young people, families and professionals
• A compassionate and caring nature with a genuine desire to make a difference.
• Ability to work flexibly, including weekends and evenings as required.

We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Children and Young People Support Worker to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for supporting young individuals, possess excellent communication skills, and demonstrate a good understanding of emotional, mental health, and behavioural issues

As a Senior Children’s Support Worker, your main duties will be to:

Provide high-quality care and support to children in a residential setting.
Ensure the physical, emotional, and social well-being of each child.
Work collaboratively with a team of support workers to create a positive and nurturing environment.
Implement care plans and risk assessments tailored to individual needs.
Foster positive relationships with children, families, and external agencies.
Actively participate in team meetings and training sessions.
To be a Team Leader, we require you to have:

Level 3 qualification in Caring for Children and Young People or equivalent.
Experince working with young adults who have challenging behaviours
Experience of Shift leading
Experience of supervising care staff.
Completing LAC reports and attending external meetings
Minimum of 2 years' experience in a similar role.
Must possess a valid driving license and be able to drive a manual vehicle.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
A compassionate and caring nature with a genuine desire to make a difference.
Ability to work flexibly, including weekends and evenings as required.