Total 307 job vacancies in Leeds, West Yorkshire, ls1 2le

• Inspecting, repairing, and installing all types and lock functions.
• Installing and maintaining electronic locks and keying devices.
• Installing and maintaining high security mechanical locking devices.
• Installing and maintaining window and door lock mechanisms.
• Determining and installing the correct door closer for a door size, weight, swing, and operation.
• Cutting new keys for a variety of locks.
• Keying, pinning, and changing mechanical locking devices (removable core, interchangeable core, key in knob, key in lever, cylindrical/mortise locks and deadbolts).
• Removing foreign objects from locks.
• Generating master key systems and maintaining master key records.
• Servicing and changing combinations on safes and vaults.
• Maintaining security and locks for narcotic and/or medication storage.
• Planning and laying out work.
• Preparing diagrams to identify dimensions or special parts requirements.
• Re-working and finishing substitute parts and fabricating parts to close fits.
• Using simple shop and trade mathematics.
• Reading and interpreting blueprints and sketches, manufacturer's literature, installation diagrams, and templates.
• Understanding and maintaining complex lock combination and keying matrices, charts, and records.
• Reading and interpreting local and national safety codes.
• Adjusting, maintaining, and using small hand tools such as files, tweezers, and tension wrenches.
• Using powered tools such as key duplicating and coding machines, grinders, and stamping machines.
• Using electric drills, acetylene torches, soldering irons, brazing torches, bench lathes and drill presses.
• Troubleshooting and repairing electronic locks and keying devices using electronic test and repair equipment.
• Troubleshooting and repairing or overhauling door closures of various manufacturers.
• Picking or otherwise defeating or bypassing locks when keys are lost or lock is inoperable.
• Improvising and applying neutralization techniques that do not damage the locking devices and security containers or doors during lockout situations.
• Performing visual and operations tests to locate trouble and determine method for opening and repairing malfunctioning devices.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm
Recruitment & Relocation Incentives: Not authorized
Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not approved

Starting at $30.98 Per Hour (WG 9)

You will serve as an IT Cybersecurity Specialist (PLCYPLN-INFOSEC) and be responsible for managing information technology projects.

Being a Coast Guard civilian makes you a valuable member of the Coast Guard team. Typical work assignments include:

• Acting as a lead in the underlying information technology (IT) business coordination role.
• Leading a team of contractors and civilians to form and strengthen internal and external business relationships with ESD-APP partners.
• Providing advice on IT project costs to include expert level guidance and leadership in branch budget builds.
• Coordinating and managing the overall service provided to a customer end-to-end.

Mandatory training is required which must be successfully completed and other training may occur as necessary for success in the position.

A. Federal Acquisition Certification for Program and Project Managers Level II (FAC P/PM-II) or management determined equivalent within two years of entry into the position.
B. Information Assurance Management Level III (IAM-III) or management determined equivalent within two years of entry into the position.

Recruitment Incentive - Selectee(s) for this position who are newly appointed to a permanent position are authorized to receive a one-time recruitment incentive of 10% of the salary, including locality for this position. Receipt of the bonus will require a 12-month service agreement.

"Newly appointed" refers to the first appointment (regardless of tenure) as an employee of the Federal Government, an appointment following a break in service of at least 90 days from a previous appointment as an employee of the Federal Government, or, in certain cases, an appointment following a break in service of less than 90 days from a previous appointment as an employee of the Federal Government.

Relocation Incentive - Selectee(s) for this position who are current federal employees on permanent appointments and will be moving outside of the current commuting area of their current position to accept this position are authorized to receive a one-time relocation incentive of 10% of the salary including locality for this position. Receipt of the bonus will require a 12-month service agreement. The employee must establish a residence in the new geographic area prior to payment.

Student Loan - Selectee(s) for this position who are newly appointed to a permanent or term position may be eligible for student loan repayment up to $10,000 (pre-tax) for one calendar year. More than one loan may be repaid if the combined repayments do not exceed $10,000. Receipt of this incentive will require a three-year service agreement.

Starting at $139,395 Per Year (GS 14)

The purpose of this position is to serve as an Medical Support Assistant (Advanced) at a VA Connecticut Healthcare System. The incumbent is responsible for a wide range of assignments and provides administrative support to the assigned section. Work is performed collaboratively in a Interdisciplinary Coordinate Care delivery model (Patient Aligned Care Team or Specialty Care Setting). Duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Supports clinics regarding clinic profile management.
• Collects and updates insurance information from Veterans, family members and other eligible patients.
• Prepares correspondence and memos as needed.
• Screens/receive phone calls in a courteous and timely manner, determine the nature of request and provide the information desired using privacy rules and established clinic processes.
• Ensures data is entered into VISTA accurately and scans documents into VISTA Imaging within 24 hours of entering the data into VISTA if applicable.
• Promotes Veterans registration for and utilization of MyHealthyVet (MHV) and kiosks usage.
• Follows procedures regarding Community Care referrals.
• Serves as the initial point of contact for units, clinics, patients, call centers, Care in the Community regarding various aspects of patient appointments and referrals.
• Stocks basic office supplies for the clinic.
• Enters Veterans seeking emergent/urgent care, scheduling appointments accurately.
• Pre-Registers Veterans during check-in and utilizing call lists and telephones Veterans before their scheduled visits. Incumbent updates all patient demographics.
• Communicates and interacts with patients in a manner which is appropriate to cognitive, emotional, and chronological maturation needs of the adult and/or geriatric patient.
• Assures that all appropriate VA forms are used correctly and regulations followed.
• Additional duties or tasks may be assigned by the supervisor to ensure efficient daily operations.

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00pm
Compressed/Flexible: Not Available
Remote: Not Authorized
Telework: Ad-hoc
Position Title/Functional Statement #: Medical Support Assistant (Advanced)/PDF01391
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not Required

Notifications:

• Due to a critical staffing shortage, 38 U.S.C. § 7412 waives the requirement to apply Veterans' preference for this job announcement
• These are AFGE and NAGE Bargaining Unit positions.
• Positions are covered by locality-based comparability pay.
• The incumbent may be required to travel to other VA campuses and CBOCs as needed for coverage.
• Current or former Federal employees must submit copies of their most recent SF-50, (Notice of Personnel Action). The SF-50 must identify the position title, series, grade, step, tenure and type of service (Competitive or Excepted). In some cases, more than one SF-50 may be required to show a higher grade previously held.
• Applicants may be referred over for consideration prior to the close date of this announcement.
• There may not be a vacancy at a listed location. Applicants for those locations will be added to our applicant pool if one should occur.

Starting at $51,829 Per Year (GS 6)

The purpose of this position is to serve as an Medical Support Assistant (Advanced) at a VA Connecticut Healthcare System. The incumbent is responsible for a wide range of assignments and provides administrative support to the assigned section. Work is performed collaboratively in a Interdisciplinary Coordinate Care delivery model (Patient Aligned Care Team or Specialty Care Setting). Duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Supports clinics regarding clinic profile management.
• Collects and updates insurance information from Veterans, family members and other eligible patients.
• Prepares correspondence and memos as needed.
• Screens/receive phone calls in a courteous and timely manner, determine the nature of request and provide the information desired using privacy rules and established clinic processes.
• Ensures data is entered into VISTA accurately and scans documents into VISTA Imaging within 24 hours of entering the data into VISTA if applicable.
• Promotes Veterans registration for and utilization of MyHealthyVet (MHV) and kiosks usage.
• Follows procedures regarding Community Care referrals.
• Serves as the initial point of contact for units, clinics, patients, call centers, Care in the Community regarding various aspects of patient appointments and referrals.
• Stocks basic office supplies for the clinic.
• Enters Veterans seeking emergent/urgent care, scheduling appointments accurately.
• Pre-Registers Veterans during check-in and utilizing call lists and telephones Veterans before their scheduled visits. Incumbent updates all patient demographics.
• Communicates and interacts with patients in a manner which is appropriate to cognitive, emotional, and chronological maturation needs of the adult and/or geriatric patient.
• Assures that all appropriate VA forms are used correctly and regulations followed.
• Additional duties or tasks may be assigned by the supervisor to ensure efficient daily operations.

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00pm
Compressed/Flexible: Not Available
Remote: Not Authorized
Telework: Ad-hoc
Position Title/Functional Statement #: Medical Support Assistant (Advanced)/PDF01391
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not Required

Notifications:

• Due to a critical staffing shortage, 38 U.S.C. § 7412 waives the requirement to apply Veterans' preference for this job announcement
• These are AFGE and NAGE Bargaining Unit positions.
• Positions are covered by locality-based comparability pay.
• The incumbent may be required to travel to other VA campuses and CBOCs as needed for coverage.
• Current or former Federal employees must submit copies of their most recent SF-50, (Notice of Personnel Action). The SF-50 must identify the position title, series, grade, step, tenure and type of service (Competitive or Excepted). In some cases, more than one SF-50 may be required to show a higher grade previously held.
• Applicants may be referred over for consideration prior to the close date of this announcement.
• There may not be a vacancy at a listed location. Applicants for those locations will be added to our applicant pool if one should occur.

Starting at $51,829 Per Year (GS 6)

The work consists of various duties, projects or assignments sometimes involving different and unrelated program analysis technical processes and procedures. Assignments or projects involve various types and sources of information, nonrecurring problems, trends and issues. The purpose of the work is to plan and carry out assignments, which affect and improve the efficiency and productivity of the organization's operations.

Some duties may include:

• Obtains relevant information regarding requests for repairs or replacement of equipment that is under warranty, covered by a service or commodity contract, and coordinates all the appropriate actions for service, maintenance or repair as needed.
• Performs the duties of Contracting Officers Representative (COR) for all TJC, EC, and LS service contracts, such as fire alarm testing & inspection ,etc.
• Performs inspections & trainings. Ensures all records are up to date, all-inclusive, organized and immediately available to inspectors both electronically and in hard copy.
• Knowledge of OSHA, VA Safety and Health regulations, policies and procedures regarding personal protection, fire safety, hot work, accident reporting, and infection control on construction projects.
• Serves as the FMS section OSHA training coordinator which includes preparing the yearly training plan, tracking training in a database, and submitting necessary reports to the Chief of FMS.
• Serves as manager regarding The Joint Commission (TJC) compliance; Life Safety(LS); Environment of Care (EC) & Annual Workplace Evaluation (AWE). Performs all TJC, EC, and LS inspections.
• Maintains current and accurate database on facility information resources for Capital Asset Management Systems (CAMS) program
• Develops & maintains computerized spreadsheets in order to effectively operate and utilize computerized maintenance management system.
• Computer literate and fully knowledgeable of how to effectively utilize a computerized maintenance management system. Knowledge and skill in use of office automation software.
• Performs some tasks on short notice and must produce accurate results in order to ensure the orderly progress of complex and highly time-sensitive construction projects. Research, survey work, self-study, and education are at times required to keep up to date with various programs.
• Maintains effective working relationships with professional, technical and management elements within the Medical Center, the Department of Veterans Affairs and outside the Department of Veterans Affairs.
• Knowledge of project maintenance; organization; planning; control; staffing and funding, NFPA and VA requirements, as well as, acquisition and contract activities, procedures, and relationships.
• Ensures personal safety while visiting construction sites and the ability to recognize unsafe situations associated with construction contractor's work. Familiarization with CADD, within a minimal ability to edit existing drawings, create and print sketches for reports and to document inspections, etc. Knowledge of construction contract requirements, general construction procedures, processes, construction trades, and organization.
• Skill in using office automation software (Microsoft Office, Excel, Access, Light-scribe Burner/CD and DVD copier hardware/software) in order to create and/or update and revise existing databases and/or spreadsheets to produce a wide range of documents. Skill in operation of office equipment (copiers, scanners, large plotters for engineering drawings, and fax machines).

Work Schedule: 40 Hours a week, Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm, EST.
Telework: VA supports the use of telework as a way to help attract and retain talented individuals in public service, increase worker productivity, and better prepare the agency to operate during emergencies. This position may be authorized for telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process.
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Position Description/PD#: Facility Operations Specialist/PD022910
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Note:

• This is a Bargaining Unit Position.
• Position is in the Competitive Service.
• This position is covered by locality-based comparability pay.
• This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.

Starting at $67,563 Per Year (GS 9)

• Take photographs, illustrate or create custom original artwork to supplement available graphic resources.
• Prepare final designs and complete arrangements for printing or electronic reproduction and furnishes completed product to customer.
• Determine best methods to illustrate subject matter in abstract, literal, photographic, or impressionistic form.
• Recommend media to be used considering desired objectives, quality of material, process limitations, expediency of project and costs.
• Provide digital photographic or videography support of events i.e., town meetings, awards ceremonies, ground breakings or change of command ceremonies.
• Perform video editing and serves as the local technical expert in video pre and post-production.
• Receive project assignments and ensures that project schedules are maintained, and all milestones are met.

Starting at $59,966 Per Year (GS 9-11)

As a Health Systems Specialist, responsible for directing, leading and guiding the service lines or services in any projects that may involve management support. Duties include, but may not be limited to the following:

• Develop policies and plans for the organization;
• Provide active and well informed administrative participation in planning for the delivery of health care;
• Develop, evaluate, and modify organizational structure and systems to achieve program goals;
• Participate in the analysis and interpretation of workload and other data used in resource planning;
• Direct service lines/ services throughout the hospital through the medical center planning activities;
• Conduct and direct special studies and analyses of complex problems relating to manpower requirements, space and equipment utilization, organizational alignment and other areas;
• Participate in the formulation and implementation of policies necessary to support the administrative functions of the medical center;
• Support in his/her role as the one of the senior leaders responsible for the identification of root causes and corrective actions for deficiencies identified by external organizations;
• Participate in the implementation of VISN 1 special emphasis programs which crosses administrative and clinical boundaries and affects all levels of the organization;
• Assist in any projects assigned;
• Make recommendations to senior leaders in all aspects of operations within the hospital; and
• Assist senior leaders in various areas related to construction, contracting, space utilization, and move coordination.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm
Compressed/Flexible: Not Authorized
Telework: Authorized
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Position Description/PD#: Health System Specialist (Temporary Promotion NTE 120 Days)/PD00507-00 and PD00418-0
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

Starting at $81,745 Per Year (GS 11-12)

GS-13: Duties include but are not limited to:

• Monitors and manages incoming actions and requests from initial receipt to completion and closeout.
• Analyzes the subject matter of incoming information for appropriate distribution to offices internal or external to the office.
• Receives and monitors completed actions or responses; analyzes responses for completeness and accuracy against known policies and procedures; and ensures action or inquiry is closed out with the inquirer or office.
• Conducts or participates in special information flow studies, analyses, presentations and briefings, as assigned.
• Conducts analytical studies on particular operational processes, issue topics, or related special projects.
• Studies and projects addressed are commonly so diverse and intense that they often require input and assistance from departmental or program offices. These studies require study planning, statistical measurement, data analysis, and report preparation and development. When tasked with this type of project, serves as the responsible contact for leading these projects from initiation to completion and
  may be required to present the results to senior leadership.
• Develops position papers and decision documents representing the position of the organization on a variety of complex and sensitive issues such as the quality or timeliness of veteran care issues within the system or at times, issues of Congressional or media interest that have significant national impact e.g. quality and safety concerns or involve several functional areas. An expert level knowledge of health system services is required for the breadth and depth of studies encountered.
• Works in coordination with other internal reviewing services regarding complex audits and internal/external reviews of a national concern; i. e, fiscal efficiencies and organizational structure that are reviewed by prominent parties such as the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) or the Government Accountability Office (GAO).
• Tracks both routine and uncommon deadlines initiated by OIG/GAO and internal reviewing officials to ensure timely submission of responses and actions.
• Communicates with responsible staff agency members to ensure completion of all requested actions and appropriately closes out all requests.
• Works closely with senior management and others in implementing and evaluating policies, plans, and internal operational systems such as correspondence management, information tracking among pertinent offices and stakeholders, and internal/external communication
  flows.
• Contacts and engages frequently with staff at all levels to facilitate the work of the office related to a variety of operations-focused assignments and projects initiated by senior leadership or program offices, or departmental offices. This interaction is essential in order to identify substantive issues, establish relative priorities, and determine those issues requiring tracking.
• Manages and coordinates of all online communication tools such as assigned intranet websites, internal SharePoint website collection, and other related informational tools in consultation with communication specialists.
• Assures compliance with all applicable policies, and development and maintenance of internal management processes related to these online tools.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm
Compressed/Flexible Work Schedule: Not Authorized
Telework/Virtual/Remote Work: Authorized
Position Description/PD#:Health System Specialist (Temporary Promotion NTE 120 Days)/PD03470A
Relocation Incentives: Not Authorized
Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not Required

Notifications:

• This position is not a Bargaining Unit position.
• Selectee may be required to work at any VA Central Western Massachusetts Healthcare System campus, as needed.
• May be required to attend conference at other facilities or other VA sites on occasion.
• The incumbent may be required to travel to other VA campuses and CBOC's.
• Selectee may be required to work at any VISN 1 Healthcare System campus, as needed.
• Current Federal employees must submit copies of their most recent SF-50 (Notice of Personnel Action). The SF-50 must identify the position title, series, grade, step, tenure and type of service (Competitive or Excepted). In some cases, more than one SF-50 may be required to show a higher grade previously held.
• This position is in the Competitive Service.
• Time-in-Grade Restriction: Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. The grade may have been in any occupation but must have been held in the Federal service.

Starting at $116,510 Per Year (GS 13)

This Lead Transportation Security Officer position is located at Key West International Airport (EYW), Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security (DHS). As a Lead Transportation Security Officer (LTSO), you will be responsible for leading at least three full-performance level Transportation Security Officers (TSOs) and, as assigned, trainee and apprentice level TSOs. As an LTSO, you will identify, distribute, and balance workloads and tasks among employees in accordance with established workflow and skill level. You will make adjustments to accomplish the workload in accordance with established priorities. Duties include but are not limited to:

• Providing input to supervisors and managers concerning a variety of human resources matters including, but not limited to, employee performance, promotions, reassignments, awards, etc.
• Implementing security screening procedures in accordance with TSA objectives and directives.
• Assisting with investigations of incidents, and preparing incident reports or other documents that convey required information.
• Responding to breaches of security and emergency situations.
• Training team members, monitoring and reporting on the status and progress of work, and representing the team in communications with the supervisor or manager for the purpose of obtaining resources (e.g., computer hardware and software, etc.).

Emergency Essential Position: This position is designated as an Emergency Essential (EE) position. This designation requires the employee to remain in a duty status if an emergency arises.

Bargaining Unit Status: This position is in the bargaining unit for which the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) is the exclusive representative.

NOTE: Employees occupying frontline positions, i.e., individuals performing security screening operations and occupying positions that involve contact with the traveling public on a regular and recurring basis, are required to wear TSA approved and issued personal protective equipment (PPE). This requirement is in place to address the COVID-19 pandemic and comply with Executive Order 13991 and TSA's Pandemic and Emerging Infectious Disease and Workforce Protection Plan. PPE includes TSA issued surgical masks, face shields, and nitrile gloves. At TSA, the health and safety of our employees is a top priority.

Starting at $63,867 Per Year (SV F)

We are looking for an outstanding Chef/Cook who's passionate about food and wants to make a difference. You'll be working 40 hours a week (across 7 days including alternative weekends) at Cygnet The Paddocks, creating an excellent experience for the people in our care. Cygnet Paddocks is our new specialist Neuropsychiatric rehabilitation service for men. The service will provide a dedicated care pathway for men affected by acquired brain injury or neurological conditions, where behaviours that challenge are the overarching impairment to recovery and rehabilitation. The service is now open and accepting referrals. The individually designed wards will replicate the well-established rehabilitation and treatment pathways already successfully offered by Cygnet in other Neuropsychiatric Rehabilitation services; facilitating a clear and distinctive care and treatment pathway led by an all-encompassing in-house clinical and medical team. At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development. You'll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work. With us, you'll have the chance to progress your career in a vibrant, supportive culture tailored to help you thrive. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while being part of an organisation that cares about helping people. Your day-to-day... Prepare, cook & serve nutritional, balanced and appetising meals Provide special diets, taking into account individual preferences & needs Liaise with nursing colleagues to meet patients nutritional & dietary needs Maintain the cleanliness of the kitchen, service areas & dining room Ensure compliance with health & safety standards and Food Hygiene Regulations Handle, maintain & store kitchen equipment in accordance with Cygnet procedures Use chemicals in line with Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations Why Cygnet? Well offer you Strong career progression opportunities Expert supervision & support Pension scheme Cycle to work scheme & employee discount saving You are... A skilled Chef/Cook who can work under pressure Preferably experienced in the care sector Able to plan nourishing & attractive menus within available budgets The holder of a food hygiene certificate, with good personal hygiene standards Polite & professional, with a positive attitude to internal & external quests at all times An excellent communicator able to liaise with people at all levels Able to work under your own initiative, as part of a team & under supervision [Qualified in catering to City & Guilds 706: 1 & 2 level or NVQ Level 2/3] Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role you'll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families. Due to limits on sponsorship allocations, we are not currently in a position to offer sponsorship to new candidates for these roles, this remains under review. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

The post holder will:

Demonstrate and role model high calibre leadership, championing best practice in workforce planning, building capability, talent management and diversity and equality. Whilst also developing the team’s technical expertise.
To provide advice to policy development, central projects, and activities to represent operational experience and expertise.
To ensure the performance, behaviours and attendance of assigned teams is proactively managed, reviewing performance on a regular basis and establishing an environment in which everyone can, and does, contribute effectively and that different perspectives are heard and channelled towards achieving the Agency’s objectives.
Role model and promote proactive leadership, embedding the necessary performance improvements and culture change across teams to ensure that all staff operate to the required policies and procedures, H&S standards and quality assurance levels.
Work closely with the Head of Plant and Bee Health and the Chief Plant Health & Seeds inspector to set delivery strategy and direction for the team and ensure all customer targets are met.
Working with Defra and Devolved Administration to develop PVS and GM legislation.
Meet and liaise with key partner organisations including the British Society of Plant Breeds, Agricultural Industries Federation, National Institute of Agricultural Botany, National Farmers Union regulations and developing legislation.
Lead GM and PVS related incident response roles as appropriate.
Lead APHA’s Plant health certification activities.
Maintain and develop the team’s quality standards.
Seek out and develop areas identified for potential change, driving efficiency and consistency where possible.
Play active role in the senior management team of Plant & Bee Health including providing cross cutting APHA G7 support and deputisation as required.
Play a leading role in the design, development and implementation of business reforms and policy initiatives, undertaking a key role in project teams and cultural change.

Essential Criteria:

Have good technical knowledge of UK and EU legislation relating to Plant Variety and Genetic Modification activities.
Have an understanding of domestic and international plant certification and marketing, plus expertise in the regulations around the marketing and licencing of Genetically modified organisms.
A background in Plant health and Horticultural marketing regulations would be desirable.
Knowledge of wider Plant health.
Excellent communication skills both written and oral.
Experience of project, staff and financial management.
Evidence of reviewing and presenting complex information under short deadlines.
Experience on implementing Continuous Improvement principles.
Experience of working with key stakeholders and policy customers.
Job holder must be prepared to travel to be with PVS colleagues who are principally Cambridge based and to York where APHA’s GMI is located.
Frequent travel may be required to other locations including possibly overseas.
A valid full driving licence (manual, or automatic) and independent access to a car is necessary.
Other corporate duties linked to wider APHA strategy may also be required as necessary in response to outbreak management or other corporate activities to deliver APHA or Service Delivery priorities.

Craven College is an aspirational College set in friendly and inclusive rural campuses in Skipton within the beautiful Yorkshire Dales, at The Aviation Academy based airside at Leeds Bradford Airport and at Evolve in the heart of Ripon. Craven College offers full-time courses for 16–18-year-olds, apprenticeships, courses for young people with special educational needs, part-time courses and degree level courses with a mission statement of ‘enriching lives through learning’. Tyro Training is our commercial training division which offers a wide range of training courses for both individuals and businesses in Skipton.

We continuously invest in our excellent, industry standard facilities with a new £1.6m purpose-built Animal Management Centre on our Aireville Campus followed in 2022 by the construction of new equestrian facilities including an international sized arena and outdoor warm up area.

We are currently seeking to employ a committed and motivated Progress and Employability Coach, to work with the Head of Department, teaching staff team and the student service team to contribute to the planning and delivery of key aspects of the Personal Development Plan and support for students. Set high standards and expectations for the programme to support and achieve outstanding provision to further advance students’ personal development, behaviour and attitudes to each other, learning and work. To deliver 1:1 reviews and group sessions in line with College tutorial programme. The ideal candidate will provide effective coaching for students on an individual basis or in a group setting to support success and progression for an identified caseload of students linked to curriculum areas.

Essential requirements:

• Level 3 qualification.
• Qualified to Level 2 (GCSE Grade A*-C or equivalent) in English and maths (or willing to work towards completion within a specified time frame).
• Good administrative skills with the ability to maintain accurate and relevant records in line with quality procedures.
• Interest and understanding of current educational initiatives
• Ability to work flexibly and on own initiative to meet the needs of the College
• Ability to maintain relevant records and documentation accurately
• Willingness and ability to undertake further professional development linked to the Department curriculum and College needs
• Ability to achieve high standards working under pressure
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Computer literate, and familiar with video conferencing software such as Microsoft Teams, Zoom or Facetime.
• Current driving licence and use of car

This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly college in North Yorkshire with fantastic facilities, excellent CPD opportunities and a great working and learning environment.

Craven College is committed to equal opportunity in the provision of services, employment, and educational opportunities. Applications are considered on merit and are welcomed from all suitably qualified applicants.

Where specific qualifications are required for the position for which you have applied, it will be necessary for you to produce certificates for verification. You should give full details of all examination results and grades. If you are unsure about your results or grades you should indicate this. You should also include any qualifications which you are currently working towards and any non-examined, but relevant, training and development. Teachers are required to complete details of teaching qualifications.

A disclosure check with the Disclosure & Barring Service will be undertaken for this post.

We’re committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

For further information including a full job description and to apply, please visit our website www.craven-college.ac.uk/jobs

If you have not heard from us within 28 days of the closing date on this occasion you have not been shortlisted. However please feel free to apply for futures roles as appropriate.

Salary: MPR + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (TPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits

Hours: Full-time, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered

Contract type: Permanent

Start date: January 2025

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Closing date: 30th November 2024

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Salary: MPR/UPR + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (TPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits

Hours: Full-time, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

Contract type: Fixed term contract until August 2025

Start date: January 2025

How will you inspire learning?

Are you a passionate and innovative Science Teacher ready to make a lasting impact? At Greenwood Academy, we are dedicated to providing exceptional education to every child-every classroom, every day. We invite you to be part of our journey!

Together, we can achieve great things

Join our enthusiastic team of educators who share your commitment to shaping the future of young scientists. Here, you'll collaborate with inspiring colleagues who are equally dedicated to fostering a love for learning.

In your school

At Greenwood Academy, you'll receive unwavering support and access to top-notch expertise in curriculum and assessment. We tailor our assistance to meet the unique needs of our school, always ready to provide guidance and resources when challenges arise. With our operational support, you can focus on what truly matters - your students and their growth.

In your career

We understand the importance of career development. With us, you can carve out your own leadership path and achieve success at every stage of your journey. Our wealth of experience in education ensures that you'll have exceptional advice and support to enhance your skills every day.

Across the country

As part of a vibrant network, our educators have the power to create meaningful change in every aspect of school life, on a national scale. Our Science Teachers don't just teach-they lead the way in redefining science education for future generations.

Let's make a difference together!

If you're an enthusiastic Science Teacher with a passion for inspiring students and a proven track record in teaching, we want to hear from you! Join us at Greenwood Academy and help us spark something incredible in the world of science!

Closing date: 30th November 2024

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

The post holder will:

Demonstrate and role model high calibre leadership, championing best practice in workforce planning, building capability, talent management and diversity and equality. Whilst also developing the team’s technical expertise.
To provide advice to policy development, central projects, and activities to represent operational experience and expertise.
To ensure the performance, behaviours and attendance of assigned teams is proactively managed, reviewing performance on a regular basis and establishing an environment in which everyone can, and does, contribute effectively and that different perspectives are heard and channelled towards achieving the Agency’s objectives.
Role model and promote proactive leadership, embedding the necessary performance improvements and culture change across teams to ensure that all staff operate to the required policies and procedures, H&S standards and quality assurance levels.
Work closely with the Head of Plant and Bee Health and the Chief Plant Health & Seeds inspector to set delivery strategy and direction for the team and ensure all customer targets are met.
Working with Defra and Devolved Administration to develop PVS and GM legislation.
Meet and liaise with key partner organisations including the British Society of Plant Breeds, Agricultural Industries Federation, National Institute of Agricultural Botany, National Farmers Union regulations and developing legislation.
Lead GM and PVS related incident response roles as appropriate.
Lead APHA’s Plant health certification activities.
Maintain and develop the team’s quality standards.
Seek out and develop areas identified for potential change, driving efficiency and consistency where possible.
Play active role in the senior management team of Plant & Bee Health including providing cross cutting APHA G7 support and deputisation as required.
Play a leading role in the design, development and implementation of business reforms and policy initiatives, undertaking a key role in project teams and cultural change.

Essential Criteria:

Have good technical knowledge of UK and EU legislation relating to Plant Variety and Genetic Modification activities.
Have an understanding of domestic and international plant certification and marketing, plus expertise in the regulations around the marketing and licencing of Genetically modified organisms.
A background in Plant health and Horticultural marketing regulations would be desirable.
Knowledge of wider Plant health.
Excellent communication skills both written and oral.
Experience of project, staff and financial management.
Evidence of reviewing and presenting complex information under short deadlines.
Experience on implementing Continuous Improvement principles.
Experience of working with key stakeholders and policy customers.
Job holder must be prepared to travel to be with PVS colleagues who are principally Cambridge based and to York where APHA’s GMI is located.
Frequent travel may be required to other locations including possibly overseas.
A valid full driving licence (manual, or automatic) and independent access to a car is necessary.
Other corporate duties linked to wider APHA strategy may also be required as necessary in response to outbreak management or other corporate activities to deliver APHA or Service Delivery priorities.