Total 70 Business Management / Project / Planning job vacancies in Oxford, OX3 7HE

This is a highly responsible role, and the successful applicant will be part of a team that is dedicated to improving the lives of cancer patients in the Thames Valley and more broadly across the UK. The post holder will work between the Haematology Trials Unit, Late Phase Oncology Trial Unit, both based at the Churchill Hospital, and the OUH Research and Development Team. The two trial units conduct a wide spectrum of Phase I to Phase III clinical trials in cancer with the aim of transforming care of cancer patients. The post holder will be responsible to manage all the income generated from clinical trials is captured, invoiced and received and that expenditure (principally on staff costs) is monitored by Haematology trial units. The post holder will work closely with the R&D Service Manager , the data teams in both trial units, OUH R&D finance teams and the medical and nursing management of both trial units. Ensuring the financial sustainability of both trial units is critical to their success.

This job description outlines the core requirements expected of a Band 5 Business Support & Performance Officer. As such the list below is not exhaustive. Specific requirements related to any specialist area of practice will be outlined with the prospective post holder and included as an addition to these generic descriptors as role specific prior to employment.
1. On a weekly basis working with the trial unit data teams to record money to be billed on each clinical trial conducted by both units, to sponsors of clinical trials. This constitutes the income of each unit.
2. Contacting trial sponsors to make sure invoices are issued promptly.
3. Checking invoices from trial sponsors to correct any irregularities in invoiced issued by trial sponsors and working with trial sponsors to resolve any queries.
4. Providing OUH Finance correct invoices for OUH finance to bill.
5. Checking with OUH Trial Finance that invoices have been paid.
6. On a monthly basis reviewing the expenditure of each unit. This will mainly consist of staff costs.
7. Provide monthly Excel spreadsheet reports of income and expenditure and providing forward yearly forecasts, to the leadership of each trial unit.
8. Provide budgets for new staff posts as they are created.
9. Liaising closely with various external and internal stakeholders e.g. researchers, NHS Departments, Commercial Companies on all issues affecting the trials portfolio as required.

Attending and presenting information at meetings as necessary

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research.

The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence. These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via the OUH YouTube channel.


1. To ensure that the funding due from the activity of both trial units is fully invoiced and received on a timely basis. This will involve close working relationships with clinical trial sponsors and their delegated trial unit teams.
2. To work with the OUH Research and Development Finance Team to ensure accurate invoices are issued by clinical trial sponsors.
3. Resolving any queries and issues with payments from trial sponsors.
4. To monitor the expenditure of both trial units. This will involve close working with OUH finance teams.
5. To generate monthly reports of trial activity, income and expenditure and discuss these with the management of each trial unit.




This advert closes on Friday 25 Oct 2024

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Core Role To support all administrative activities across the team. To ensure appropriate supplies of office stationery and pharmacy clinical trials equipment are ordered via NEP system, to process invoices and maintain stock control of departmental stationery levels. Assist with servicing of meetings; arranging meetings, preparing agendas, booking rooms, providing handouts, minute taking (or transcribe dictation from audio/copilot as required). To help maintain database of staff within the team; including start dates and leave dates, GCP certification, GMP training and CVs. To help maintain Pharmacy Clinical Trials sharepoint pages so that information is current and up to date. To assist in data collection, data entry and analysis for monthly KPIs of the department. To help in the preparation for the induction of new staff; including generating training folders, timetables. To ensure administrative support is provided to training events in the department To provide administrative support to the recruitment process; arranging interviews, booking rooms, chasing references where required. To support management team with any administrative tasks required in relation to eRoster system. To support management team with any administrative tasks required in relation to NHSP. Sort and categorise incoming emails to the generic Pharmacy Clinical Trials email account. Sort incoming paper mail. To undertake photocopying or scanning of documents as required for example monthly temperature records. To arrange site-to-site and site-to-patient deliveries where required. To facilitate temperature mapping with OxPQA team and communicate this with the rest of the team. To support with administrative planning for internal audits and inspections as necessary for Pharmacy Clinical Trials including Clinical Trials Aseptic Services team. To assist in managing SOPs to track staff that have/have not read the relevant SOPs and follow up for signing. Assist the team with the administrative tasks involved in closing down studies. Oversee the co-ordination of lockers, draws and trays for staff within the pharmacy clinical trials team. To ensure security is maintained; ensuring previous staff badges are returned to security. Liaise with facilities, estates regarding maintenance and upkeep of the Pharmacy Clinical Trials areas on all sites. To support communication within the department. To ensure efficient filing systems are in place and documents are stored and destroyed in accordance with appropriate guidance. Identify improvements and make suggestions on how they can be implemented within the Pharmacy Clinical Trials Team. Ensure deadlines are met in a timely manner. Maintain confidentiality at all times. Showing initiative and common sense at all times. Keeping up to date with Trust Policies and Procedures and core training. Participate in annual value based appraisal Maintaining good knowledge of relevant systems within the department. Confident with verbal commiunication with all all levels of professions. Good language and grammar skills for written communication. To be confident and competent with a variety of computer software including Word, Excel, Outlook email and Calendar, SharePoint and other basic web design packages and publishing software. To confident using new computer systems following appropriate training. Other administrative and clerical duteries as requested by the Senior Clinical Trials Pharmacy Team and Associate Director of Pharmacy for Clinical Trials, Research and Manufacturing.

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Pharmacy Clinical Trials Business Administrator - Band 4 - Permanent

Hello! My name is Lina and I am a Clinical Trials Pharmacy Team Manager for the Clinical Trials Pharmacy team in Oxford and I'm very excited to share this new and exciting career opportunity with you.

As a team manager I am privileged to manage and support our fantastic technical team of Pharmacy Technicians, Assistants, Practitioners and Apprentices as we provide support services to clinical trial research teams on all our Trust sites throughout Oxfordshire.

The Clinical Trials Pharmacy consists of Pharmacists, Technicians, Assistants, Practitioners and Apprentices. We work closely with research teams across the trust and external representatives. A suitable candidate recruited to this role will act as a support to Clinical Trials Pharmacists and technical team.

If you are interested in an informal discussion about the Pharmacy Clinical Trials Business Administrator role offered within our team then I would be very pleased to chat with you. You are more than welcome to call on the numbers below or even better, we can make an appointment for me to show you around and answer your questions. I look forward to hearing from you.

The majority of correspondence will be via the e-recruitment system; therefore you should check your emails regularly including junk mail folders in web-based email products.

As a Pharmacy Clinical Trials Business Administrator in our team, you will have an extremely varied role.

You will provide efficient, effective and professional administrative and secretarial support to the Oxford University Hospitals (OUH) Pharmacy Clinical Trials Team including the Pharmacy Clinical Trials Aseptic Unit. The Pharmacy Clinical Trials Team works in an area with continuously developing and changing demands, which means that this role will require excellent interpersonal and communication skills and will involve working with colleagues across the organisation and in external organisations. The post holder requires a flexible approach with consistently high levels of attention to detail.

A successful candidate is required to possess:
• NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Business Administration (OR equivalent, demonstrable experience- please contact recruiting manager prior to application)
• Good general education to NVQ level 3 or equivalent
• GCSE Math and English at grade C / level 4 and above
• Typing to RSA level 3, clear, concise typing skills and good use of the English Language

Applicants without these essential qualifications will not be considered.

Please make sure that you read the job description and person specification attached, and that your statement in support reflects this as your application will be judged against these criteria.

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trustis one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research.The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury. For more information on OUH please viewOUH At a Glance by OUHospitals - Issuu

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community.

We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.

These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via theOUH YouTube channel.
Core Role

• To support all administrative activities across the team.
• To ensure appropriate supplies of office stationery and pharmacy clinical trials equipment are ordered via NEP system, to process invoices and maintain stock control of departmental stationery levels.
• Assist with servicing of meetings; arranging meetings, preparing agendas, booking rooms, providing handouts, minute taking (or transcribe dictation from audio/copilot as required).
• To help maintain database of staff within the team; including start dates and leave dates, GCP certification, GMP training and CVs.
• To help maintain Pharmacy Clinical Trials sharepoint pages so that information is current and up to date.
• To assist in data collection, data entry and analysis for monthly KPIs of the department.
• To help in the preparation for the induction of new staff; including generating training folders, timetables.
• To ensure administrative support is provided to training events in the department
• To provide administrative support to the recruitment process; arranging interviews, booking rooms, chasing references where required.
• To support management team with any administrative tasks required in relation to eRoster system.
• To support management team with any administrative tasks required in relation to NHSP.
• Sort and categorise incoming emails to the generic Pharmacy Clinical Trials email account.
• Sort incoming paper mail.
• To undertake photocopying or scanning of documents as required for example monthly temperature records.
• To arrange site-to-site and site-to-patient deliveries where required.
• To facilitate temperature mapping with OxPQA team and communicate this with the rest of the team.
• To support with administrative planning for internal audits and inspections as necessary for Pharmacy Clinical Trials including Clinical Trials Aseptic Services team.
• To assist in managing SOPs to track staff that have/have not read the relevant SOPs and follow up for signing.
• Assist the team with the administrative tasks involved in closing down studies.
• Oversee the co-ordination of lockers, draws and trays for staff within the pharmacy clinical trials team.
• To ensure security is maintained; ensuring previous staff badges are returned to security.
• Liaise with facilities, estates regarding maintenance and upkeep of the Pharmacy Clinical Trials areas on all sites.
• To support communication within the department.
• To ensure efficient filing systems are in place and documents are stored and destroyed in accordance with appropriate guidance.
• Identify improvements and make suggestions on how they can be implemented within the Pharmacy Clinical Trials Team.
• Ensure deadlines are met in a timely manner.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Showing initiative and common sense at all times.
• Keeping up to date with Trust Policies and Procedures and core training.
• Participate in annual value based appraisal
• Maintaining good knowledge of relevant systems within the department.
• Confident with verbal commiunication with all all levels of professions.
• Good language and grammar skills for written communication.
• To be confident and competent with a variety of computer software including Word, Excel, Outlook email and Calendar, SharePoint and other basic web design packages and publishing software.
• To confident using new computer systems following appropriate training.
• Other administrative and clerical duteries as requested by the Senior Clinical Trials Pharmacy Team and Associate Director of Pharmacy for Clinical Trials, Research and Manufacturing.


This advert closes on Tuesday 22 Oct 2024

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As Senior Project Manager, you will join an existing team delivering a significant investment programme at our Coppermills Water Treatment site. We are currently procuring a Design and Build Contractor, and you will be responsible for leading the delivery of the project scope in AMP8. This role will also define the scope, programme and procurement strategy for further significant investment at the site in AMP9. This will directly contribute to Thames Water's Capital Delivery programme and Turnaround plan. Join us and spearhead the exciting changes at Thames Water.

What you’ll be doing as a Senior Project Manager

- Take accountability for governance compliance and internal/external stakeholder engagement throughout the project's lifecycle, leading to a smooth transition into operational business.
- Support the definition of solutions to meet the project objectives and be responsible for preparing a clear business case.
- Develop the best procurement strategy for the project and oversee the specifications and production of contract documentation.
- Develop a strategy for obtaining any required third-party consents, highlighting program and project risks relating to the consents required.
- Effective liaison with the relevant town planning authorities and critical internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth running and timely project delivery.
- Manage and ensure the performance of consultants and contractors to deliver timely, cost-effective, and high-quality project outcomes.
- Contribute to steering project-wide continuous improvement and delivering against stretching targets.
- Commercially manage all contract matters to achieve the optimal outcome for Thames Water.

Role Location: This role will be based on a hybrid basis, Coppermills - you will be required on-site and in the office 2-3 days a week as the business requires.

Working Hours: 36 hours a week, Monday to Friday.

What you should bring to the role

- An engineering or other relevant degree or qualification within a business or project management qualification.
- Knowledge of the construction, infrastructure or utility industry and business knowledge with prior involvement in delivering major complex projects (up to £100m in value) within a regulated infrastructure environment.
- Knowledgeable in managing contract specification preparation, tendering, and tender evaluation processes with experience in negotiation.
- Demonstrate your capability with risk-based and analytical decision-making.
- Confidence in speaking to all levels of external and internal stakeholders.

What’s in it for you?

Join our project management community and help us establish best practices to support the development of project managers and apprentices while building valuable relationships across Thames Water.

- Competitive salary from £55,000 to £75,000 per annum.
- 26 days holiday per year increasing to 30 with the length of service. (Plus bank holidays)
- Car Allowance.
- Annual Bonus.
- Private Medical Health Care.
- Contributory pension – Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% -2x employee contribution.
- Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year.
- Wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your wellbeing.

Who are we?

At Thames Water, our purpose is crystal clear - to deliver life’s essential service so our customers, communities and planet can thrive.

Water is life’s great leveller. Every living thing needs it, every single day. From people to plants, birds to bees, farms to factories, we all need it to thrive, and we’re committed to taking care of it for us all.

But keeping water flowing is becoming harder. From scorching summers to wetter winters, extreme weather affects everything from our pipes to our local rivers. We must keep millions more kettles boiling, public services operating, washing machines spinning, showers running and more, so every drop is more precious than ever. Are you ready to play your part?

Working at Thames Water

At Thames Water, we recognise that people are at the heart of our business. To help us succeed in providing life's essential service, we need a range of skills and capabilities, representative of society throughout our business.

We seek to attract and retain a cultural mix of people who can offer different but complementary attitudes, values, talents, and knowledge. We understand the importance of appreciating and harnessing the unique skills, experiences, backgrounds, and differences that each individual brings.

Our over-arching diversity and inclusion aim is to ensure Thames Water is a diverse
and inclusive great place to work. We encourage applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process.

Find out more about working at Thames Water.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business, meet colleagues and earn some extra money along the way.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

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What skills and experience we're looking for

Person Specification

Qualifications and training

• A degree or other relevant qualification - ideally in accountancy, business management or a related discipline (Desirable but not essential)
• A school business management qualification i.e., Level 4 diploma in school business management (Desirable but not essential)
• Accountancy qualifications i.e. ATT (Desirable but not essential)
• Health and safety training i.e. IOSH (Desirable but not essential)

Experience

• Successful management experience in a school, or in a relevant field outside education (Desirable but not essential)
• Line management experience
• Contributing to staff development
• Working with children or young people
• Experience of human resources or data protection

Skills and knowledge

• Good financial management skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Previous use of PSF(Iris), BPS (Orovia), Arbor (Desirable but not essential)
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate a vision and inspire others
• Ability to build effective working relationships with staff and other stakeholders
• Understanding of data protection and confidentiality

Personal qualities

• Commitment to promoting the ethos and values of the school and getting the best outcomes for all pupils
• Commitment to acting with integrity, honesty, loyalty, and fairness to safeguard the assets, financial probity and reputation of the school
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times
• Commitment to safeguarding and equality
• Embraces change well
• Deals with difficult situations effectively

What the school offers its staff

Woodeaton Manor School is a Foundation Special School located four miles to the north east of the city of Oxford. The school serves young people aged 7 to 18 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health Difficulties (SEMH) and where many also have a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

We are seeking to appoint an experienced School Business Manager to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate and further information about the role may be found below. Candidates must meet the person specification criteria to be considered. All candidates must apply using the Application Form, as CVs will not be accepted. For further information, please contact recruitment@woodeaton.oxon.sch.uk.

Further details about the role

Woodeaton Manor School

“Reducing Barriers to Expand Horizons”

School Business Manager

Oxfordshire

• Application Closing Date: 9.00am Monday, 21st October 2024*
• Interview Date: Wednesday, 23rd October 2024
• Start Date: ASAP/1st January 2025
• Contract Type/Hours: Permanent, full-time, 52 weeks per year: 37 hours per week to be worked Monday to Friday, with 30 days paid holiday per annum plus bank holidays
• Salary: Grade 12
• Location of Role: On site
• Reporting to: Headteacher

Woodeaton Manor School is a Foundation Special School located four miles to the north east of the city of Oxford. The school serves young people aged 7 to 18 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health Difficulties (SEMH) and where many also have a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

We are seeking to appoint an experienced School Business Manager to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate and further information about the role may be found below. Candidates must meet the person specification criteria to be considered. All candidates must apply using the Application Form, as CVs will not be accepted. For further information, please contact recruitment@woodeaton.oxon.sch.uk.

Main Purpose

The school business manager (SBM) is responsible for managing the operation of the business functions of WMS, including financial management, health and safety, human resources, compliance, and administration.

They will advise on and implement the day-to-day support that enables the school to operate effectively and efficiently, and that allows other members of the leadership teams to focus on teaching and learning.

Duties and Responsibilities

Leadership

• Be responsible for line-managing site and administration support staff, including carrying out long-term resource planning and managing the end-to-end recruitment process, appraisal, and professional development
• Implement school-wide changes and allocate resources in line with school improvement plans, putting policies and procedures in place and communicating them to staff
• Take all decisions in line with the vision and values of schools and encourage others to do the same
• Implement a marketing plan for the school, which utilises the school website, signage, the prospectus, and communications with current and prospective parents

Financial Management

• Oversee the security and reconciliation of cash in hand and debtors on a day-to-day basis, ensuring money is banked, money owed is collected and clear records are kept
• Ensure value for money within procurement of goods and services in line with school policy
• Manage the school’s lettings offer
• Ensure the effective and efficient operation of the administration department, delegating tasks to finance/office staff where appropriate

Human Resources

• Maintain staff absence data
• Ensure that recruitment, appraisal, disciplinary and grievance policies are administered in accordance with employment law
• Advise on HR issues within schools and liaise with the external HR provider

Health and Safety

• With the headteachers and premises team, supervise the maintenance of the school site
• Manage the school’s compliance with health and safety regulations and put in place processes and procedures to ensure the safety of the school
• Organise health and safety training for staff

Compliance

• Manage the school’s compliance with statutory obligations and advise others on the relevant legal, regulatory, and ethical requirements
• Track all school policies and ensure they are updated in accordance with the policy review schedule

Administration

• Keep records in accordance with the school’s record retention schedule and data protection law, ensuring information security and confidentiality at all times
• Provide administrative support for the headteacher and the governing body
• Support the data protection officer with ensuring data protection compliance and helping the school community understand how to comply with data protection law

Safeguarding

The school’s business manager will be required to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people and follow school policies and the staff code of conduct.

This job description sets out the main duties of the post at the date it was drawn up. However, it is not intended to be an exhaustive or definitive list. Such duties may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the post or the level of responsibility entailed. Such variations are a common occurrence and cannot themselves justify a reconsideration of the grading of the post. You may be required to carry out other duties commensurate with your role.

Woodeaton Manor School is committed to safeguarding and to promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment and the offer made to the successful candidate will be subject to and conditional upon an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and other relevant employment checks outlined in Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, including a minimum of two references, one of which should be from the applicant’s most recent employer. As part of our recruitment process, we will require you to fill in an overseas check and self-declaration prior to interview.

* We reserve the right to close this advertisement earlier if we receive sufficient applications ahead of the closing date.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

I have partnered with a growing client based in Central Oxford who are looking for an HR Business Partner to join their diverse team of experts.

You will be joining a busy, global team reporting to the Senior HR Business Partner and will be responsible for providing a great service, with a proactive and flexible approach to ensure you drive best practice.

You will be responsible for providing HR advice, advising on employee relations issues and escalating where necessary. You will drive key HR projects and initiatives aimed at improving organisational efficiency, including areas like organisational structure, managing change, and fostering a positive workplace culture.

You will thrive in a busy environment and have the ability to multitask, managing conflicting priorities whilst maintaining good attention to detail. You will be a pragmatic collaborator who has excellent skills in delivery, integrity and also has the ability to challenge effectively. To be successful you should have demonstrable experience within a generalist HR function in the UK/EMEA, experience supporting with employee relations and the ability to work to deadlines and manage priorities.

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Are you a passionate individual looking for a rewarding career and opportunities for development? Join Care UK, an award-winning care provider as a Business Administrator. You’ll be a valuable member of our friendly, close-knit team, promoting the well-being of our residents and the successful running of our care home.

The Role


Manage the administration function within the home alongside the Home Manager
Provide Reception cover, promoting the home and company to customers, authorities, and colleagues
Effectively manager all people data using Care UK’s systems and processes
Assist with Recruitment & Selection and a variety of HR related responsibilities


Some of our benefits by joining the Care UK family


Wagestream- access your wages at any-time
Career development, training and access to our approved apprenticeship scheme
Hundreds of online and in-store discounts
Annual purchase holiday scheme
Health and Wellbeing support
Career progression


About You


Experienced in using Microsoft Office applications as well as bespoke IT systems.


We are looking for people to make a difference to residents’ lives every day. When you join Care UK you’ll be joining a team who all share the same values: caring, passionate and teamwork. You will have a strong desire to help people and put residents at the heart of everything you do.

We are committed to recruiting diverse, talented people, who share our passion for helping others. We see the potential in everyone, let us help fulfil yours.

Please see the attached job description and person specification for further information about this post.

What skills and experience we're looking for

A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen at the OHS for the right person to join our ambitious team. The successful candidate will provide all aspects of business support management, and day to day leadership for a small team of highly motivated administrators. They will contribute to the leadership of the whole school through the Senior Leadership Team’s strategic work.

The main responsibilities of the SBM relate to the leadership & management of the school’s budget & financial procedures, health & safety, HR, premises, administration, and IT services. It is an exciting, busy, varied, and highly rewarding role in a school which is values-led, caring, inclusive, and professional in its delivery of education to some of the most vulnerable pupils in Oxfordshire. Full details can be found in the Job Description.

Oxfordshire Hospital School (OHS) is an Oxfordshire County Council (OCC) maintained Hospital School based across a number of settings throughout the county of Oxfordshire. The school serves children and young people aged 5-17 who are unable to attend their enrolled school due to either physical or mental health needs.

What the school offers its staff

What we will offer:

• Passionate and highly committed Board of Governors, staff and parents
• A strong and supportive team spirit among staff
• Outstanding teaching in an exciting and challenging learning environment
• Continued exceptional support for personal and professional development
• The opportunity to work with children and young people across all phases of education who are unique individuals with specific emotional and health needs

Further details about the role

We would encourage and warmly welcome enquiries. Please contact Steve Lowe, Headteacher on steve.lowe@ohs.oxon.sch.uk or tel 01865 957480 should you want to discuss the post further. The job description, person spec and application details are available via our website.

Commitment to safeguarding

Safer Recruitment - Oxfordshire Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants are required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining a post. All cases are considered confidentially and according to the nature of the role and information disclosed.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Iffley Academy is seeking to appoint a School Business Manager to advise and support the Head Teacher and Senior Leadership Team in providing professional leadership and management to ensure high quality education, pastoral and therapeutic care for all students.

The role is responsible for managing all aspects of school business management, including estates, finance, human resources, procurement, administration and data protection. The role will hold line management responsibilities.

The position is suitable for candidates with admin experience who are looking for a development opportunity to move into school business management.

The successful candidate will:

- Have relevant experience of working in a business or school administration environment

- Be keen to develop a career in school business management

- Have strong organisational and communication skills

- Have an awareness of financial principles, controls and budget planning

- Understand HR principles, policies and procedures

- Have knowledge of estates and facilities management including health and safety

- Have knowledge of administrative systems and working practices

- Be committed to and able to promote the aims of the School and the values of the Trust

- Be committed to the welfare, wellbeing and Safeguarding of pupils

If you share our passion for making a real difference to the lives of children and young people with special needs, this could be the opportunity you are looking for. In return for your contribution to our team, you will work in an environment which is innovative and well-resourced, in a role that is rewarding and fulfilling.

What the school offers its staff

The Gallery Trust is a Multi Academy Trust which is dedicated to improving outcomes for SEND learners in Oxfordshire. The aim of the Trust is to provide outstanding education and support for young people with special needs and disabilities, enabled through:

• Commitment to special education – striving to provide the best specialist learning experience for all students
• Opportunities for all to learn – ensuring that students and staff have access to learning pathways which enhance their lives
• Genuine respect and value – creating relationships which promote trust, confidence and respect within environments which are safe and secure The Trust is on a continuing journey of expansion, growing from a Multi Academy Trust based on a single academy in 2013, to its position as the largest Special Trust in Oxfordshire.

The Trust’s vision is to continue to expand over the next five years, supporting a community of converter academies, free schools and sponsored academies.

All member academies have the opportunity to share SEND expertise and to work with peers who share common aims and goals. The Trust is committed to investment in learning, developing system leadership, working in partnership and through a shared vision, enabling all students to reach their full potential.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Our client is a supplier of high performance systems to scientific research groups throughout the world. They are dedicated to producing a service that's quality is recognised as second to none. Due to exciting plans for 2023 they are looking for a Project Engineer to join their team.

With no day ever being the same the Project Engineer role offers genuine long-term progression and career development within a first-class manufacturing environment.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Managing the technical/critical success factors of any given project for its lifetime within the company.
• In depth planning of projects
• Design of cryogenic equipment, or working closely with a design team, drawing checking.
• Technical input and management of R&D projects, co-ordination of teams.
• Customer service and communications, understanding of customer requirement.
• Driving the project (projects) to plan
• An understanding of Test and Installation of systems
• Assisting the sales function with technical specifications for tender documentation when required.
• Using, designing and developing processes to enhance products and improve the company performance.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Previous design experience in an R&D environment
• Scientific systems knowledge
• Manufacturing Experience
• Experience managing all aspects of projects

Package and Benefits:

• 30,000 - 40,000
• Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme, 23 days holidays + bank holidays, Training and Development opportunities, Private Healthcare
• Exceptional long term career progression opportunities

How to apply:

Suitable candidates for the Project Engineer role should apply immediately using the 'Apply Now' button by calling Oliver O'Hare on 01275 371981 or by sending your CV directly to olivero@hunterselection.co.uk.

We regret that this client is not prepared to sponsor work permit or work permit transfer applications. Candidates must be able to prove their eligibility to work in the UK.

Hunter Selection is an employment consultancy and currently has permanent vacancies for Engineering and Manufacturing professionals throughout the UK. If you are looking for work in this area we may be able to assist you. Contact us directly on 01275371981 and discuss your requirements with one of our dedicated consultants.

If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.

Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.

Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

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.

Marketing To contribute to strategic planning and manage/monitor specific short, medium and long term marketing projects under the direction of the Quality Manager(s). To manage and supervise staff performing specific tasks within these projects. To source opportunities (e.g., national and international events, conferences, professional society meetings etc) for the promotion of GenQA (laboratory EQA) and GENie (individual competency) services. To utilise marketing expertise to prepare appropriate promotional material e.g., social media posts, information leaflets, websites etc.. Liaise with staff at all levels of the organisation (GenQA Director, EQA leads) as well as designers/printers and/or external marketing agencies and/or UK NEQAS central office as required. To maintain and manage user accounts for various marketing platforms and ensure accuracy, continuity and consistency of messaging (wording and terminology) across these platforms and associated activities. To train staff in the use of marketing platforms as required. To write/contribute to other marketing material such as press releases. To source marketing and promotional material for conferences and meetings. To collate marketing data for presentations. To oversee stock management of promotional materials and stand equipment for conferences. To assist with national and international meeting/workshop organisation and logistics as required. To market the goods and services of GenQA both internally to staff and/or externally at international meetings, as required. To maintain and update the GenQA website as directed. This will include ensuring all information posted on the website is accurate, professional and information on the site is regularly updated. To liaise with relevant staff at all levels to deliver this. To prepare internal and external educational presentation documentation templates for webinars, workshops and other educational events and submit documentation to continued professional development (CPD) Services to obtain CPD accreditation for these events. Business and quality control analysis To perform EQA quality control and administrative procedures and record keeping using a range of commercial and bespoke computer databases as directed by the Quality Managers. To collate, evaluate and present complex EQA data/anonymised participant information for various activity summary reports and/or other publications as required. Following evaluation, highlight areas of GenQA operations that may benefit from streamlining and propose changes to practice. To prepare and communicate business sensitive information for the monthly Quality Newsletter for dissemination to all GenQA staff. To follow up Expert Advisor documentation and assist in the administration of Expert Advisors on Q-Pulse. To manage the regular review of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and other documentation on the Q-Pulse quality management system. Bring to the attention of the Quality Managers any documents that need revision or review. Develop and streamline the associated processes. Perform Scheme audits (both EQA and Office) in line with the Audit timetable and Quality Managers requirements. To undertake general proof-reading of Scheme documentation as required. To deputise for the Quality Managers as required. General Duties To use planning and organisational skills to ensure duties are completed in a timely manner and within set deadlines. To ensure that all documentation, record keeping, scheduling, filing and handling communications is done in an efficient, accurate and effective manner. To maintain and improve professional knowledge, skills and competence to ensure the delivery of evidence based practice in line with Professional Standards and local priorities. To comply with the visual display regulations. To manage enquiries by email, telephone or in person in a polite and efficient manner. To adhere to the Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (host Trust) Policies and Procedures at all times. To be conversant with fire evacuation procedures and the confidentiality policy of the Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (Host Trust). All staff who have access to or transfer data, are responsible for that data and must respect confidentiality and comply with the requirements of the Data Protection Act 2018, in line with the Trusts Policies. Staff are required to comply with the requirements of the Freedom of Information of Act 2000 in line with Trust Policy. The post holder will attend any areas of further development as suggested in the personal development plan (PDP). Participate in the Trust annual appraisal procedure. The job description does not form any part of the contract of employment. The post is not restricted to any one location in the Trust. Any other duties, which may be required from time to time. This job description is not exhaustive in describing the duties and responsibilities of the post and should be regarded as a guideline as to requirements. The post holder will be expected to develop a flexible attitude towards the duties of the post, which can vary subject to the needs of the service and the general profile of the post.

Genomics Quality Assessment (GenQA) is currently seeking a dynamic and motivated individual to join our team as a Marketing and Business Officer. GenQA is a member of the UK National External Quality Assessment Service (UK NEQAS) consortium and is an international organisation facilitating optimal patient care by providing comprehensive assessments for the wide range of activities involved in the delivery of genomic services. This is an exciting opportunity to join GenQA which comprises of two centres; one based in Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and the second in NHS Lothian, Edinburgh, with the flexibility of remote working. GenQA is a global, well-established and accredited EQA provider within the field of genomic diagnostic testing.

Applicants are invited to join the team of scientific staff, administrative and quality managers. This newly created position will contribute towards the strategic planning and implementation of short and long term marketing projects. The post holder will liaise closely with GenQA staff and with the necessary agencies and businesses required to maintain and develop the GenQA global brand presence. The role will include analysis and written presentation of EQA data/participant information and identifying opportunities for process improvement. You will also be required to perform EQA quality control procedures and maintain accurate records using commercial and bespoke computer databases (full training will be provided).

Applicants should have a degree-level background in marketing, advertising and/or project management with appropriate IT skills to support the role. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills will be required to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, along with attention to detail and commitment to quality management.
• Plan, implement and manage short and long term marketing projects to promote GenQA services across the world
• Tailor the marketing approach to further develop awareness of GenQA services in projects targeting particular service developments or under-subscribed areas to attract new service users
• Provide the necessary administrative and clerical support including relevant advice to participants and key stakeholders as necessary
• Provide quality management support as required



Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research.

The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence. These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via the OUH YouTube channel.

Marketing

1. To contribute to strategic planning and manage/monitor specific short, medium and long term marketing projects under the direction of the Quality Manager(s). To manage and supervise staff performing specific tasks within these projects.
2. To source opportunities (e.g., national and international events, conferences, professional society meetings etc) for the promotion of GenQA (laboratory EQA) and GENie (individual competency) services.
3. To utilise marketing expertise to prepare appropriate promotional material e.g., social media posts, information leaflets, websites etc.. Liaise with staff at all levels of the organisation (GenQA Director, EQA leads) as well as designers/printers and/or external marketing agencies and/or UK NEQAS central office as required.
4. To maintain and manage user accounts for various marketing platforms and ensure accuracy, continuity and consistency of messaging (wording and terminology) across these platforms and associated activities.
5. To train staff in the use of marketing platforms as required.
6. To write/contribute to other marketing material such as press releases.
7. To source marketing and promotional material for conferences and meetings.
8. To collate marketing data for presentations.
9. To oversee stock management of promotional materials and stand equipment for conferences.
10. To assist with national and international meeting/workshop organisation and logistics as required.
11. To market the goods and services of GenQA both internally to staff and/or externally at international meetings, as required.
12. To maintain and update the GenQA website as directed. This will include ensuring all information posted on the website is accurate, professional and information on the site is regularly updated. To liaise with relevant staff at all levels to deliver this.
13. To prepare internal and external educational presentation documentation templates for webinars, workshops and other educational events and submit documentation to continued professional development (CPD) Services to obtain CPD accreditation for these events.

Business and quality control analysis
1. To perform EQA quality control and administrative procedures and record keeping using a range of commercial and bespoke computer databases as directed by the Quality Managers.
2. To collate, evaluate and present complex EQA data/anonymised participant information for various activity summary reports and/or other publications as required. Following evaluation, highlight areas of GenQA operations that may benefit from streamlining and propose changes to practice.
3. To prepare and communicate business sensitive information for the monthly Quality Newsletter for dissemination to all GenQA staff.
4. To follow up Expert Advisor documentation and assist in the administration of Expert Advisors on Q-Pulse.
5. To manage the regular review of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and other documentation on the Q-Pulse quality management system. Bring to the attention of the Quality Managers any documents that need revision or review. Develop and streamline the associated processes.
6. Perform Scheme audits (both EQA and Office) in line with the Audit timetable and Quality Manager’s requirements.
7. To undertake general proof-reading of Scheme documentation as required.
8. To deputise for the Quality Managers as required.

General Duties
1. To use planning and organisational skills to ensure duties are completed in a timely manner and within set deadlines.
2. To ensure that all documentation, record keeping, scheduling, filing and handling communications is done in an efficient, accurate and effective manner.
3. To maintain and improve professional knowledge, skills and competence to ensure the delivery of evidence based practice in line with Professional Standards and local priorities.
4. To comply with the visual display regulations.
5. To manage enquiries by email, telephone or in person in a polite and efficient manner.
6. To adhere to the Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (host Trust) Policies and Procedures at all times. To be conversant with fire evacuation procedures and the confidentiality policy of the Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (Host Trust).
7. All staff who have access to or transfer data, are responsible for that data and must respect confidentiality and comply with the requirements of the Data Protection Act 2018, in line with the Trust’s Policies.
8. Staff are required to comply with the requirements of the Freedom of Information of Act 2000 in line with Trust Policy.
9. The post holder will attend any areas of further development as suggested in the personal development plan (PDP).
10. Participate in the Trust annual appraisal procedure.
11. The job description does not form any part of the contract of employment.
12. The post is not restricted to any one location in the Trust.
13. Any other duties, which may be required from time to time. This job description is not exhaustive in describing the duties and responsibilities of the post and should be regarded as a guideline as to requirements. The post holder will be expected to develop a flexible attitude towards the duties of the post, which can vary subject to the needs of the service and the general profile of the post.


This advert closes on Monday 26 Aug 2024

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About the role: Business Teacher
Activate Learning is seeking a motivated, enthusiastic, and passionate individuals who can inspire our Business students and create a memorable learning experience.
With strong subject knowledge and practical skills, you will collaborate with our talented and passionate teaching team to plan and deliver effective practical and theory lessons up to T-Level and BTEC Level 3. You'll also contribute to curriculum development to keep pace with industry changes.
Our Academic and Professional Studies department has a strong track record of delivering vocational Business courses that emphasize employability. This success is supported by strong industry relationships and a teaching team rich in professional expertise.
If you could enhance our students' understanding in areas such as: Business Management, Marketing, Creating a Brand, Customer Services, Event Management, Building A Successful Team, then we would like to hear from you!
Permanent, full-time role, requiring 37 hours per week.
What do you need to be successful as a Business Teacher at Activate Learning?
We are seeking individuals who can serve as role models for our students, ensuring they graduate not only with their professional qualifications but also with the skills and qualities needed to thrive in the workplace. A genuine passion for working with and nurturing young people is essential.
While prior teaching experience or a teaching qualification would be advantageous, it is not mandatory. If you have the qualifications or experience to teach our Business courses and possess the qualities of an inspiring educator, we will provide the necessary training, development, and support to prepare you for teaching in the FE sector.
Requirements:

Experience in a business-related sector
Degree-level education
Strong communication skills

While it is desirable to have a teaching qualification and experience as a teacher, it is not essential.
You will need to demonstrate exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, enabling you to deliver engaging and effective lessons to a diverse range of learners. Strong organisational abilities and the capacity to manage workloads effectively will be crucial. You will benefit from being part of a supportive team, working in a dynamic and rewarding role with numerous opportunities for career growth.
What Activate Learning offer to new Teaching staff?
Here at Activate Learning, we recognise the importance of a good induction when joining a new organisation. Whether you are an experienced teacher or new to teaching, we provide all teaching staff with a comprehensive, mandatory, three-day induction programme. This provides new employees with an understanding of Activate Learnings mission, values and Learning Philosophy led culture, ensuring you feel connected and supported from day one.
In addition, we offer a one-day Introduction to Teaching session, covering our teaching, learning, and assessment approaches.
Who we are:
Activate Learning is a pioneering education group with a global reach, committed to transforming lives through our approach to learning.
We see our employees as individuals, empowering them to make the right choices for their ambitions and careers. We value our people as vital to our continued success and aspire to a diverse, open and inclusive environment that provides the motivation for everyone to pursue their career goals and flourish.
When you work for Activate Learning, you’re working for an organisation that provides you with the advantages of a large employer, a trusted partner in your career development, and a transformational way of working whilst also investing in building a community environment for everyone.
Together, we will bring out the best version of yourself.
Why work with the Activate Learning Group?
Here are some of our benefits:
Activate Learning Group Employee Benefits:

Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards: Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award-winning Learning Philosophy.
Wellbeing Resources Groups: Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeing
Company benefits: Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.
Learning and Development: continuous opportunities for teachers' professional growth and skill enhancement through our in-house L&D team.
Teaching Support: Tailored Three-day induction program, and development programs for teaching staff.
Pension Schemes: Teacher pension scheme for AL teaching staff
Generous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leave
Flexible Working: Options include hybrid and remote, term time only, and flexible working patterns.
Competitive salaries: Annual incremental progression and a twelve point pay scale for teachers.
On-Site Facilities: Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.

Applicants should apply at the earliest opportunity, closed vacancies will prevent application form submission.
Applications are reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis, we reserve the right to interview, appoint and close adverts.
Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, we do not sponsor work permits. Work permits from other organisations are unacceptable as proof of right to work in the UK.
Applications are encouraged from all candidates who meet or exceed minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion or ethnicity. Activate Learning are committed to employing people with disabilities and will ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments either at application or interview stage please contact the talent team directly.
Recruitment agencies who submit unsolicited CVs to any partner or employee at Activate Learning, have no authority to enter into an arrangement. Recruitment agencies engaging with Activate Learning Talent Team will be on our PSL.

About the Role

Locations: West London, Banbury, Leamington Spa, Bicester and Oxford - you will operate within these areas and therefore need to be within a reasonable travelling distance.

Salary: £28,072 - £32,605 + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

What is the Role?

Due to our continued success and to support our future business strategy and growth we have a number of Business Resolver opportunities throughout the UK.

This role is field based however the office and your base location will be in Reading, the requirement to attend this office will be minimal as this role is predominately field based managing a portfolio of customers. As part of your role you will:

- Visit customers and work with them and other agents to resolve their outstanding accounts and secure future payments.

- Oversee the collection of overdue payments on business accounts.

- Attend court to apply for the rights of entry warrants if required as part of the process.

- Manage account queries and meter disputes with customers and internal stakeholders through to resolution.

- Recognise and act on cross-selling opportunities such as smart meters, fixed contracts etc.

- There will be occasions where covering other areas is required to help with customer visits and warrants due to sickness, holiday, or where work dictates, with our scheduling process.

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

- Confidence when dealing with customers and possess strong communication, conflict management and negotiation skills.

- Patience and the ability to listen to work with the customer to solve problems.

- A high level of safety awareness as you will be predominately lone working. You will be provided with a lone working safety device and a body worn camera

- A full UK driving license is essential (for a minimum of two years) due to the travel requirements and use of company vehicle for Business use only.

About our Business

The race to net zero is intensifying for businesses of all sizes. Sustainable decisions made today can meet customers' changing needs for tomorrow and bring long-term success for businesses. Part of SSE plc, the UK and Ireland's largest renewable electricity generator, SSE Energy Solutions is different as all its renewable electricity is sourced from SSE's own UK wind and hydro assets.

In addition to providing gas and electricity to businesses across the UK, SSE Energy Solutions invests in, builds and connects localised flexible infrastructure to drive the long-term performance of energy assets. SSE Energy Solutions works with its customers to deliver financially robust plans to bring flexibility and diversity to their energy infrastructure - the low-carbon solutions they need to succeed in the race to net zero.

Whats in it for you?

An excellent package with 34 days holiday entitlement, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE to find out more.

Next Steps

All applications should be submitted online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working differently requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Lynsey on 01738 340426.

Before commencing employment with SSE, you'll be required to fully complete our pre-employment screening process consisting of a basic criminal records and credit check.