Total 712 Others job vacancies in BH15 2AL

Salary: Band 7, £24,050 to £27,417 per annum actual salary (£29,777 to £33,945 FTE)

Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only (42 working weeks per year)

Hours: Full time (37 hours per week), worked flexibly across Monday to Friday between the hours of 9.00am and 5.00pm

Closing date: Thursday 7 November 2024, 23:59

Interview date: Thursday 21 November 2024

Portsmouth City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. It is also committed to promoting quality childcare across the city that works to improve outcomes for children.

DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Children’s Board safer recruitment procedures.

Why come to live and work in Portsmouth?

Portsmouth is a great waterfront city and a vibrant place to live and work. It is an island city with an “inner city” feel, a seaside location packed with attractions and events, and the advantage of fantastic countryside on its doorstep. With fast road and rail links to London, Brighton and major airports, and ferry links to Europe, it is the perfect place to live and work. Portsmouth has a strong history of partnership working and has successfully integrated several local services.

The Service:

The Portage team aims to support the development and learning of pre-school children with developmental delay or SEND (special educational needs or disability). The team deliver Portage and Portage Plus (Portage Plus focuses on social communication difficulties) programmes at home and in early years settings, working closely with parents, carers and early years staff as well as directly with children.

Your New Role:

You will deliver a specialist, individually tailored package of assessment, monitoring and early intervention using the Portage model for pre-school children 0-4 years with SEND and their families. You will manage a caseload of children and their families, and carry out a developmental assessment of the child. You will provide resources, materials and equipment to deliver individualised educational activities to stimulate and develop skills. You will also maintain electronic records, contribute to regular multi-agency meetings, support parents at their early stages of an emotional journey, and act as advocate in presenting their view of their child’s needs.

Please read the job profile for the full details of this role.

What does our team say?

"The regular contact with parents and children means you get to build a good rapport with families. Great training opportunities and you get to put the skills into practice straight away with families. A great job if you like to continuously learn and grow as there is always something else to try/explore."

"Portage is a great supportive team to work in, with a wide range of experience and knowledge between us. Working closely with families weekly and creating individual programmes to meet specific needs allows us to see progress and allows for great job satisfaction."

What you'll need to succeed:

You need a Level 3 Early Years or other relevant qualifications with an underpinning knowledge of child development, experience of working directly with pre-school children who have special/additional needs or developmental delay, experience or awareness of working in partnership with families and early years settings, and evidence of completion of the Portage Workshop or willingness to undertake this training. You use your professional skills, knowledge, and experience of child development to assess, set targets, and review and promote development. You work collaboratively, in partnership with parents/carers and others, and understand the diversity of children's needs.

You must have a driving licence and access to a car, or be able to access public transport or other means to reach locations across the whole city for home and nursery visits, transporting or carrying resources. You also need basic IT skills including Microsoft Word. You can work in potentially difficult physical situations, and carry bags with heavy or awkward resources.

Please read the job profile for the full details of this role.

You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it.

What you'll get in return:

We really appreciate our employees and fully realise they are essential to our success and look to offer an inclusive, supportive working environment where employees can reach their potentials with a healthy work life balance, offering the following rewards:

• Generous annual leave (27 days per year rising to 31, pro rata for part time hours) with the potential to purchase additional leave.
• A fantastic pension which allows you the opportunity to pay in more for that greater return.
• Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities including apprenticeships.
• Extensive wellbeing support through the Employee Assistance Programme
• Discount on travel, travel loans and the bike loan scheme
• Discounts on a wide range of goods and services – access a range of discounts and offers from thousands of restaurants, shops and more.

Staff rewards: https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-for-the-council/

Additional Information:

The full job profile is attached here.

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:

Penny Ball, Team Leader, penny.ball@portsmouthcc.gov.uk, 023 92 834 407

A commitment to our values:

We are committed to our values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity and being people-focussed. These values set out how we can contribute to the success of the council and our own success as individuals. Learn more about our values and behaviours.

Application process:

How to complete your application: https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/how-to-apply/

We are a disability confident employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible and welcome applications from all areas of society.

Please submit both a CV and a cover letter/personal statement. Remember to demonstrate in your cover letter/personal statement why you are suitable against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person' section of the full Job Profile, using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience, which clearly illustrate what you did and the effect it had.

If you upload a CV without a cover letter/personal statement, it is unlikely that your application will be successful.

Please ensure you provide your full education history from secondary school, include name/address of establishment, details of relevant qualifications & awarding body. Please explain any gaps - this is essential for all safeguarding children's roles.

We will email applicants from time to time; please ensure you check e-mail folders as sometimes our e-mails may go into spam/junk folders.

We look forward to speaking with you soon.

Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk.

Job Advert

The Compleat Food Group are a new food group on a mission to create great quality, tasty and affordable food, that people love to
eat. We fondly refer to it as 'Food to Feel Good' because we believe in savouring every bite whilst making a positive impact.

Our team of over 5,500 remarkable individuals forms the core of all that we undertake. At The Compleat Food Group we don’t just
make food. We make food to feel good, taste good and do good for everyone.

Our genuine passion drives the creation of products for UK consumers, prominent retailers, and our thrilling market-leading brands
such as Wall's Pastry, Squeaky Bean, Vadasz and Unearthed.




Job Title: Department Trainer – Food Manufacturing

Location: The Compleat Food Group Sterte Avenue, Poole, Dorset BH15 2AS
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 06:00 - 14:00 or 08:00 - 16:00 (with flexibility)

Your Role as Department Trainer:

As a Department Trainer, you will be key to ensuring that all employees are trained effectively and continue to grow in their
roles. You will be responsible for delivering “hands-on” training in standard operational procedures, supporting new starters, and
providing ongoing development opportunities for all employees. You will work closely with teams across the department, promoting a
culture of competence, initiative, and safety, while helping us maintain the high-quality standards that we’re known for.

Key Responsibilities:

* Hands-On Training: Deliver operational training for new employees, ensuring they are equipped with the knowledge and skills to
succeed in their roles.
* Continuous Development: Provide ongoing training and development to all employees, fostering a culture of learning and
excellence.
* Support & Guidance: Be the go-to person for any routine questions, offering support and assistance to employees as they settle
into their roles.
* Health & Safety: Ensure that all work is carried out according to Health & Safety regulations, creating a safe and secure work
environment.
* Quality Assurance: Maintain high standards of quality across all operations, ensuring that the team meets our rigorous quality
control standards.

What We’re Looking For:

We’re looking for someone who is enthusiastic, approachable, and driven to help others succeed. The ideal candidate will be a
natural problem-solver, a confident communicator, and a team player with a passion for learning and development.

Key Skills & Qualifications:

* Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships.
* Fluent in both written and spoken English.
* Strong numerical and analytical skills to record and analyse training data.
* High level of IT proficiency (especially MS Office tools like Excel).
* A self-starter with the ability to achieve goals with minimal supervision.
* A positive, can-do attitude and a willingness to learn and be coached.
* A commitment to quality, customer service, and Health & Safety practices.
* Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and work well under pressure.
* Previous experience in training or coaching is advantageous.
* Knowledge of the M3 system is desirable but not essential.
*


Benefits:

* Company Pension
* 2 Employee Volunteering Days per year
* Online and High-street retailer discount scheme
* Employee well-being and community support groups
* Informal and Formal training opportunities with personalised online LMS platform
* Charity Initiatives and Team events
* 24/7 Access to Grocery Aid (Free Financial, Emotional and Practical Support)
* Physical Wellbeing Benefits – Free on demand exercise hub and various gym discounts.
* Online Wellbeing benefits
* Free Financial wellbeing – mortgage calculators, budget tools, financial aid tools
* Holiday Discounts via Online Retail Discount



Why Join Us?

* Career Development: You’ll have the chance to grow and develop your skills while shaping the future success of your colleagues
and the business.
* Dynamic Work Environment: Work in a supportive and fast-paced environment where no two days are the same.
* Impactful Role: Your training and support will be key to building a strong, capable, and empowered team.



The Compleat Food Group are proud to have built an inclusive and respectful culture where our colleagues feel safe, supported and
valued. A place where they can bring their whole selves to work to achieve exceptional results and thrive.

We continue to attract diverse talent into our teams, because we know greater diversity leads to exceptional results and provides
a better working life. That’s why we’re committed to ensuring Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect in all that we do.




We have an active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or
unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies.

Randstad are working with a local authority responsible for delivering high-quality projects across Dorset. We are seeking a dedicated Site Supervisor to join our team and oversee the successful execution of construction and maintenance projects, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and working closely with subcontractors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage projects contracted by the local authority, ensuring they are completed to the highest standard.
• Supervise on-site subcontractors and ensure all work is carried out efficiently and in line with the project scope.
• Monitor and enforce health and safety standards on-site, ensuring full compliance with regulations.
• Regularly report on project progress to senior management.
• Problem-solve and address issues that may arise during the project lifecycle.
• Ensure that all work is completed within budget and on time.
• Conduct site inspections and ensure work quality meets local authority expectations.

Requirements:

• Valid SMSTS or SSSTS certification (essential).
• Proven experience in site supervision within the construction industry.
• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations.
• Excellent communication skills to liaise with subcontractors, stakeholders, and team members.
• Ability to manage multiple projects across different locations in Dorset.
• Full driving license is required due to the need to travel between project sites.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary of £43,000 per annum.
• Comprehensive benefits package including pension, holiday allowance, and additional perks.
• The opportunity to work on varied and impactful projects within the Dorset area.
• A supportive working environment with opportunities for career development.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Polaris Education Barraclough School

School Administrator

Basic Salary: FTE: £20,850 prorated £17,883

Contract: Term Time Only

Hours: 37.5 hours

Benefits: Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme

Location: Huddersfield, West Yorkshire

Start Date: January 2025

Are you ready to join a supportive and nurturing community that works together to achieve the very best outcomes for its pupils? If so, our new school in Huddersfield could be the perfect place for you to develop your career and make a real difference to the lives of children and young people.

About the School

Located in Huddersfield, Kirklees our new school offers a safe and supportive environment for pupils from 5 to 18 years old.

We are part of the Polaris Community and have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years. Within the Polaris Community, we have Six SEN Schools across the UK that work together to provide each pupil with a tailored, diverse, and appropriate education in a safe, supportive environment that promotes engagement, inspires learning, and encourages achievement. We're also incredibly proud that 100% of our inspected services have been rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted.

Role responsibilities

Polaris Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

• Promote the safeguarding and welfare of all pupils and visitors
• Promote and act on initiatives to improve Quality of Life and wellbeing for pupils and staff

Reception:

The school administrator will provide a warm welcome for parents, visitors and colleagues and deal with their requests in an efficient and professional manner

Key Tasks and Activities:

• Answer the telephone in a friendly, professional and efficient manner and record and pass on messages as appropriate
• Ensure visitors sign in, sign the safeguarding disclaimer and are provided with a visitor's badge
• Accurately maintain the shared calendar and update the school information
• Provide refreshments for visitors
• Work on parent's evening and other evening events as required
• Have an effective and efficient resource process, keeping the resource ordering up to date and chasing where appropriate
• Inform the relevant staff member when deliveries arrive
• Distribute internal and external post and correspondence as appropriate
• Arrange the ID cards for all new starters and governors for the School
• Liaise when necessary with transport services and taxi suppliers for pupil transport
• Support education staff with providing work experience opportunities for pupils

Click Apply for a full list of tasks and responsibilites for this role.

Requirements

• Excellent Interpersonal and Communication Skills - Written and Oral.
• Knowledge and understanding of child protection and safeguarding practices and protocols
• Excellent Organisation Skills with a systematic approach to workload management.
• Excellent time management, planning and work prioritisation skills.
• Experience of developing systems and processes.
• Excellent understanding of Sims.
• Ability to work within allocated budgets and monitor expenditure and costs.
• Full working knowledge of relevant policies/codes of practice/legislation.
• Ability to plan and develop systems.
• Ability to relate well to children and adults.
• Work constructively as part of a team, understanding school roles and responsibilities and your own position within these.
• Ability to self-evaluate learning needs and actively seek learning opportunities.
• Confidentiality of information as appropriate.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to work on own initiative.

The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS Check, cost of which will be met by Polaris Education.

Polaris Education is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

INDCOMMP

As one of the fastest-growing Colleges in the UK, delivering courses from entry level right up to Masters degrees, Weston College is an inspiring place to work. Why not join us as an IT Support Technician?

This is a full-time role, working 37 hours per week.

Whilst our IT Department are based at our Knightstone Campus, you will be required to travel to other sites to provide support, therefore a full driving licence is essential.

Day to day of the role

Provide 1st and 2nd line IT support both remote and face to face when needed across all sites.

Lead by example by strictly following all IT security best practices to show and support all staff.

End user account creation and management.

Updating and management of end user device assets and rollout of hardware replacements.


Required skills and qualifications

Appropriate level 3 and above technical qualifications.

2 years’ experience of providing excellent customer service and IT 1st/2nd line support within a technical IT related role.

Experience of administering user accounts via Active directory and Microsoft 365 admin center.

Excellent knowledge of Microsoft operating systems and Microsoft Office products.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement
2-week Christmas closure
Potential for hybrid working opportunities
Dedicated staff welfare officer and wellbeing champions
Generous pension scheme
Local and national staff discounts
Free parking across sites
Various staff committees including Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, Autism and Menopause
Focus on staff wellbeing
Wellbeing@weston hub
Eye care including free eye test and a contribution towards glasses
Annual staff conference with guest speakers
Employee assistance programme – available 24/7, 365 days a year
Training and development opportunities with a focus on progression
Weston College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment

Please be aware that Weston College reserves the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received.

Due to the volume of recruitment, we are unable to offer feedback to any unsuccessful candidates.

We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date if a sufficient number of applications have been received.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Our locally based global client is seeking an Accounts Assistant to become a valuable team member. This innovative organisation delivers exceptional services to clients worldwide and with a focus on cutting-edge products, they are dedicated to meeting the evolving needs of their diverse clientele.

As part of their exciting expansion plans, they are increasing their office space and resources to accommodate growing demand. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in maintaining financial processes and ensuring smooth operations within a small but expanding team.

What will the Accounts Assistant role involve?

• Managing process controls and accounts payable;
• Performing ledger reconciliations and overseeing supplier statements;
• Handling high-volume transactions across multiple entities;
• Bank reconciliations and uncovering any discrepancies;
• Collaborating with team members to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Suitable Candidate for the Accounts Assistant vacancy:

• Previous transactional accounts experience;
• Familiarity with high-volume, multi-entity environments;
• Ability to thrive in a busy, fast-paced setting;
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.

Additional benefits and information for the role of Accounts Assistant:

• Competitive salary up to £30,000, depending on experience;
• 37.5-hour work week with a lunchtime finish on Fridays;
• Holiday entitlement starts at 22 days plus bank holidays;
• Auto-enrolment into a pension scheme.

CMA Recruitment Group is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role. CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn’t discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that CMA may contact you in connection with your application in relation to CMA providing you with work finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website. CMA is currently receiving a high volume of applications. Whilst we ensure all applications are considered, regrettably, it may not be possible to respond individually to all applications received.

We are looking for a Salaried General Practitioner for 3 sessions per week Poole Town Surgery is a supportive practice serving a patient population of 5000. Our team includes 2 partners, 2 salaried GPs, an Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP), a Practice Nurse, a Healthcare Assistant, and a highly efficient admin team. We are also a teaching practice, regularly hosting F2 doctors. Key Responsibilities: Provide high-quality, patient-centred care to a diverse patient population. Conduct consultations, diagnosing and treating a range of medical conditions. Maintain accurate, up-to-date medical records using SystmOne. Manage a personal patient list and contribute to the duty rota, covering urgent care and same-day appointments. Collaborate with the wider multidisciplinary team, including nursing and administrative staff, to ensure smooth and effective patient care. Participate in the supervision and teaching of F2 doctors, sharing knowledge and contributing to their training and development. Complete necessary administrative tasks such as reviewing test results, referrals, and prescriptions. Participate in clinical meetings, audits, and quality improvement initiatives within the practice. Adhere to practice policies and procedures, and maintain compliance with CQC standards. What Were Looking For: Fully qualified GP, registered with the General Medical Council (GMC) and on the GP register. Experience in primary care with a strong commitment to patient care. Flexibility, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team. Someone who is proactive, organised, and able to manage their workload efficiently. Comfortable with paperwork and able to handle occasional IT challenges. A positive attitude and a willingness to contribute to the overall development of the practice. What We Offer: A supportive and friendly team environment. Opportunities to engage in teaching and mentoring within a teaching practice. Competitive salary and flexibility around working hours. Ongoing professional development and opportunities to participate in practice improvement initiatives.

The company

Hays Senior Finance has been retained exclusively to recruit for a Financial Controller position based in Gloucester. Our client is a leading global provider of security solutions within the technology hardware industry. They have served the government and defence industries for over 30 years by designing, developing, and manufacturing innovative solutions that solve the most complex IT security problems. Offering an extensive range of standard and custom products, they deliver secure solutions and reliable customer support throughout the entire product life cycle.

The role

As Financial Controller, you will be number one on site and report directly into the Group Finance Director. You will have no people management responsibilities but will be responsible for the AP and AR process that has been outsourced to Group Head Office. This is a great role that will support the onsite leadership team as well as being responsible for a second international site.

The duties

• Manage month end reporting tasks including accruals and prepayments, payroll and holiday pay provision journals, deferred income, reconcile sales, bookings and backlog, month end GRNI reconciliation, reconcile and post intercompany balances, corporate allocation journals and corporation tax provisions.
• Ensure reports and forecasts are accurate, timely and suitable for non-financial personnel and provide support to business managers to understand key financials.
• Monitor inventory cycle counting variances, review stock ageing provisions, work in progress valuation and analysis.
• Monitor and analyse timesheet data submitted by respective departments and maintain work orders.
• Assist with product costing analysis and the identification of non-production material costs.
• Monitoring of miscellaneous costs, invoice authorisations and queries, and ensuring correct attribution of project and IR&D costs.
• Review accounts receivable and accounts payable, ensuring approval processes are followed and raising any issues with the FD.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and conform to best practice in meeting the requirements of Government agencies, overseas regulatory authorities and any other agencies that impact the business. Keep abreast of legislative changes that may impact the business.
• Provide accurate accounting reports in line with relevant Accounting Standards and to work with external and internal auditors to ensure all statutory requirements are adhered to.
• Work with Finance Management to deliver financial and operational goals and drive profitable business growth.
• Segment income, cost and production streams to provide a detailed understanding of financials return and risks by channel.
• Look for continuous reductions in operating costs and develop improved systems and processes.
• Manage cash through improvements in working capital whilst respecting customer and supplier relationships.
• Provide financial guidance to all stakeholders (including Corporate) so that they are fully aware of business performance and future projections.

What do you get?

In return, you will receive a competitive package, flexible working, a hybrid approach and the option of compressed hours. This is a newly created role for someone who is ready to put the mark on a growing PE-backed SME business.

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.
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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To Understand the role in more detail please read the full Job Description and Person Specification documents which are attached to this advert.

To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert

Care Team Leader – Poole

To apply for this role, you must be a driver and have a car. Please do not apply if you do not.

We do NOT offer sponsorship

We are looking for passionate, caring and empathetic people who want to make a real difference in their community. You will make a difference to so many people's lives, and they will make a difference to yours too!

The role is to provide dedicated, personal home care assistance to clients in the community. Enabling them to have an excellent quality of life in their own home. You will be travelling around the community so applicants are required to drive.

Pay Rates:

£13ph

Applicants are required to have the following:

· Full UK driving licence

· Be able to work as part of a team or on your own

· Be willing to participate in basic training such as first aid and DBS

If you a passionate and caring individual looking for a rewarding career with excellent training and opportunities for development? We would love to hear from you!

An opportunity has arisen for a motivated & experienced senior cancer nurse with strong leadership skills to join our dedicated team on Sandbanks Ward.

Sandbanks Ward is a 23 bedded acute oncology inpatient ward and part of the Dorset Cancer Centre. Sandbanks Ward cares for patients receiving cancer treatments and the side effects of these treatments; including chemotherapy, radiotherapy and brachytherapy. The ward also provides excellent palliative care and symptom control for cancer patients.

Sandbanks Ward prides itself on high standards of physical and psychological care that we give to our patients during their cancer journey. The ward also supports the Oncology Assessment Unit out of hours which provides triage, assessment and treatment for patients presenting with acute oncology emergencies and provides additional opportunities for the individual to develop skills and knowledge within the team.

The Senior Staff Nurse post will support the ward Sister to lead the existing team of proactive and dedicated nurses that prides itself on high quality patient focused care. The applicant will demonstrate an energy and true passion for the specialty and service development as well as strong leadership & management skills.

The successful candidate will provide expert knowledge, high quality care and psychological support to patients and their families.

Requirements
• RGN with a minimum of 2 years post registration experience
• At least two years previous nursing experience in cancer care.
• Experience of managing a busy ward/clinical environment
• Will possess a healthcare related degree and post registration qualification in oncology nursing
• Experience & knowledge in the management of multiple cancer sites including complex physical and psychological symptoms
• Experience in managing own work or case load effectively
• Ability to lead and motivate teams and demonstrate the ability to work well as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

If this is the career opportunity that you have been looking for, have a genuine interest in cancer care and wish to be part of the excellent Dorset Cancer Centre then please contact Sister Lydia Bristow for a chat or to arrange an informal visit.

Base Location: Poole Hospital

Interview Date: TBC

Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued team mates and colleagues.

UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.

In some cases this means that a services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have at interview

To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert


This advert closes on Monday 28 Oct 2024

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

You love real cooking. We love real cooking. Customers love real cooking. It's a no-brainer so you wonder why so many other places don't do it. We do it, and you'll be doing it with us - fresh, customer led, and with high-quality ingredients.

You'll be part of a dedicated, supportive team, working from our flexible all-day menu to give people food that'll make their day. It'll be your responsibility to make each dish to spec, in a clean and safe kitchen, and to follow the lead of your Head Chef to make sure all prep and par is completed for each shift. You'll be helping every customer leave happy.
Which they tend to do. Thanks to your great food

The Good Stuff

Tips shared equally across the team, based on hours worked
Paid breaks
Staff food on every shift, regardless of hours worked
50% discount on food in all of three brands from day one
28 days holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays) pro rata
Competitions and incentives (like jetting off on an all expenses paid trip with one of our supplier)
Christmas and Boxing Day off!
The best staff party - Loungefest
Emotional and practical support via the Licenced Trade Charity
Power over your pay with Wagestream
Company pension scheme
Long service awards
Great opportunity for personal development and career progression in a fast-growing business

What you'll bring:

You may already have some kitchen experience as either a Kitchen Porter/Kitchen Assistant/Commis Chef, or this might be something brand new to you.
Driven and relentless, with a positive can do attitude.
Good communication ski lls and a team player.
Self-motivated to work at pace, with limited supervision
Strong knowledge of best practice when it comes to all things Allergens, kitchen essentials and Food Safety.

If you want to find out more about us, follow us on LinkedIn or @life.at.lounge on TikTok

Salary: Band 5, £24,362 to £26,073 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full time (37 hours per week)

Closing date: Sunday 3 November 2024, 23:59

Portsmouth City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. It is also committed to promoting quality childcare across the city that works to improve outcomes for children.

Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Children’s Board safer recruitment procedures.

Why come to live and work in Portsmouth?

Portsmouth is a great waterfront city and a vibrant place to live and work. It is an island city with an “inner city” feel, a seaside location packed with attractions and events, and the advantage of fantastic countryside on its doorstep. With fast road and rail links to London, Brighton and major airports, and ferry links to Europe, it is the perfect place to live and work. Portsmouth has a strong history of partnership working and has successfully integrated several local services.

The Service:

The Children and Families Services helps supports and protects Portsmouth's most vulnerable children and young people enabling them to lead safer, healthier and more fulfilling lives. It also acts as the corporate parent for the city's Looked after Children. Going forward, the service and its Business Support function will embrace change, have a strong and sharp focus on exceptional customer care, and will respond flexibly and effectively to transformational developments.

Your New Role:

You will provide high quality administrative business support within the Fostering Team. The team recruit new foster carers and provide ongoing support to existing foster carers, and you will play a vital part in the Business Support Administrative functions to ensure the smooth-running of business processes. You will take minutes, deal with inquiries and correspondence, book meetings, maintain files, and carry out a wide variety of administrative tasks. You will also support preparations for Ofsted inspections and for Fostering Panels. You will initially be fully office-based for training, moving to hybrid working later.

Please read the job profile for the full details of this role.

What you'll need to succeed:

You have strong administrative skills with experience of working in an administrative/customer-focused role, and ideally also experience in Children and Families Services. You have excellent communication skills and are a good listener, able to demonstrate empathy and sensitivity when handling difficult and upsetting situations. You can develop a good professional rapport with colleagues, and work flexibly, both independently and as part of a team. You have the ability, drive and enthusiasm to develop and implement new working practices and procedures. You are organised and accurate, and you have experience of using databases and Microsoft Office.

Please read the job profile for the full details of this role.

You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it.

What you'll get in return:

We really appreciate our employees and fully realise they are essential to our success and look to offer an inclusive, supportive working environment where employees can reach their potentials with a healthy work life balance, offering the following rewards:

• Generous annual leave (27 days per year rising to 31, pro rata for part time hours) with the potential to purchase additional leave.
• A fantastic pension which allows you the opportunity to pay in more for that greater return.
• Flexible working options including hybrid working with a minimum of two days office based per week pro rata, giving you the flexibility to work up to three days at home every week. Hybrid working is dependent on the role and service needs, exact details will be discussed with you at interview.
• Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities including apprenticeships.
• Extensive wellbeing support through the Employee Assistance Programme
• Discount on travel, travel loans and the bike loan scheme
• Discounts on a wide range of goods and services – access a range of discounts and offers from thousands of restaurants, shops and more.

Staff rewards: https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-for-the-council/

Additional Information:

The full job profile is attached here.

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:

Suzy Zammit, Business Support Team Leader, Suzanne.Zammit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk, 023 92 834 107

A commitment to our values:

We are committed to our values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity and being people-focussed. These values set out how we can contribute to the success of the council and our own success as individuals. Learn more about our values and behaviours.

Application process:

How to complete your application: https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/how-to-apply/

We are a disability confident employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible and welcome applications from all areas of society.

Please submit both a CV and a cover letter/personal statement. Remember to demonstrate in your cover letter/personal statement why you are suitable against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person' section of the full Job Profile, using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience, which clearly illustrates what you did and the effect it had.

If you upload a CV without a cover letter/personal statement, it is unlikely that your application will be successful.

We will email applicants from time to time; please ensure you check e-mail folders as sometimes our e-mails may go into spam/junk folders.

Please note that we may shortlist as we receive applications, so this advert may close earlier than the given date.

We look forward to speaking with you soon.

Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk.

Do you have a passion for supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)? Are patience, kindness, and adaptability among your strengths? We're seeking dedicated 1:1 Support Teaching Assistants to join our team in Preston.

In this role, you'll provide personalised support to children with ASD, implement tailored strategies to promote their development, and collaborate with colleagues to create an inclusive learning environment. Prior experience working with children with ASD is essential, along with strong communication skills and a compassionate approach. If you're driven to make a meaningful impact on these children's lives and help them thrive, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

• Utilisation and development of 1:1 resources.
• Experience working with SEN pupils
• Collaborate with classroom teachers and TA's to organise appropriate activities.
• Liaise with other professionals such as Teacher's, TA, specialist support staff.
• Work closely with other LSA's and support staff.
• Work with classes, small groups and with children on a one to one basis.
• Prepare and develop class displays.
• Keep up to date records of the pupil's progress and contribute to the child's EHCP plan.
• Create a calm environment where learning can take place.

Essential requirements:

• Work on a 1:1 or small group basis with children who have Special Educational Needs
• Experience of working with young people.
• Be comfortable and confident in managing challenging behaviours.
• Ability to engage with, and build rapport with young people.
• Be creative, proactive and flexible in their supporting style.
• TA qualified. L2/3.

Associated Benefits

• On site car park.
• Public Transport nearby.
• Competitive daily pay rate.
• Weekly pay.
• Access to free CPD.
• Support from your dedicated consultant who specialises in Primary Education.
• CV and application support.
• Discounts.
• Refer a friend Scheme with a reward of £300 love 3 shop vouchers.
• Randstad is committed to the safety of young children; therefore all posts will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Apply today to start your career in teaching with the support of Randstad Education and the Primary Schools. We are able to provide you with a network of opportunities in the local Primary Schools and access to CPD events.Contact Jessica at jessica.verndet@randstad.co.uk for more information.