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We put wellbeing first by giving our teams more time to recharge! Job Title: Family Liaison Officer (FLO) Location: Miller House School, Stoneygate, Leicester LE2 2NB Hours: 37.5 per week | Monday to Friday Salary: Up to £30,000 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata) Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only Start: November 2026 UK applicants only – no sponsorship available About the Role Build Trust With Families. Remove Barriers. Help Young People Thrive. At Miller House School, we know that supporting a young person often means supporting the people around them too. We’re looking for a compassionate, proactive and resilient Family Liaison Officer to become a trusted link between our school, pupils and their families. You’ll work with families who may be experiencing challenges, helping them access the right support, strengthen their relationship with school and overcome barriers that could be affecting their child’s education, attendance or wellbeing. This is a varied and influential role combining family support, safeguarding, attendance, multi agency working and direct pupil support. You’ll also act as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead, making this an excellent opportunity for someone with strong safeguarding knowledge who wants to have a wider impact across a specialist school community. What You’ll Be Doing • Act as a trusted point of contact for families, building positive relationships and identifying where additional support may be needed, • Support vulnerable families by signposting and referring to appropriate services and helping coordinate packages of support, • Work closely with external agencies including Social Care, Early Intervention Teams, Housing, NSPCC, YOS and Police, • Attend multi agency meetings and carry out home visits where required, • Build relationships with families before pupils join Miller House and encourage continued family involvement in learning and development, • Act as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead, responding to concerns, maintaining accurate records and supporting a strong safeguarding culture, • Work with the Pastoral Lead and Senior Leaders to address attendance, engagement and barriers to achievement, • Provide direct support to pupils, contributing to individual plans and helping develop confidence, independence, positive behaviour and engagement with learning Who we're looking for We’re looking for someone who can combine empathy with professionalism and build relationships with families without losing sight of safeguarding, boundaries and positive outcomes for pupils. You’ll be someone who: • Can build constructive and trusting relationships with pupils, parents and carers, • Has a strong understanding of safeguarding and the confidence to undertake Deputy DSL responsibilities, • Is comfortable working with families who may be experiencing challenging or complex circumstances, • Can communicate confidently and professionally with external agencies and other professionals, • Is organised and able to maintain accurate, confidential records and case information, • Can approach sensitive conversations with compassion, discretion and appropriate professional boundaries, • Understands the importance of attendance and family engagement in supporting educational outcomes, • Is resilient, proactive and able to respond calmly when situations are challenging, • Enjoys working collaboratively with teaching, pastoral and senior colleagues, • Is committed to inclusion and maintaining high expectations for every pupil, • Full UK Driving Licence required About Us Miller House School is a brand-new school located in Stoneygate, Leicester. The school opened in September 2025, has a capacity of 80 pupils, and offers a co-educational provision for students with complex needs, including SEMH. Miller House School is a specialist SEMH setting for young people aged 11–16. We are committed to supporting students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs, as well as autism and ADHD. Our safe and nurturing environment ensures every child is heard, seen, and supported to thrive. Acorn Education offers rewarding careers and meaningful challenges while making a real difference in young people’s lives. As a leading UK provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs, and part of Outcomes First Group, we deliver innovative, evidence-based approaches that support measurable progress and lasting impact. We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running. Why Join Us? We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. • Life Assurance, • Pension scheme with options to increase contributions, • “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks, • Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:, • Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits, • Hundreds of UK and international discounts, • Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme, • Critical illness cover, • Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales. #1

We put wellbeing first by giving our teams more time to recharge Job Title: SENCO Location: Miller House School, Stoneygate, Leicester LE2 2NB Hours: 37.5 per week | Monday to Friday Salary: £46,000 per annum (not pro rata) Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only Start: January 2027 UK applicants only – no sponsorship available About the Role Are you passionate about helping every student reach their full potential? We are seeking a dedicated and experienced SENCO to join our growing school community. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and develop SEND provision across the school, working closely with senior leaders, pastoral teams, clinicians, families and external professionals to achieve the best outcomes for our students. Reporting to the Senior Leadership Team, you will oversee the strategic and operational delivery of SEND provision, ensuring high-quality support, statutory compliance and effective interventions that remove barriers to learning. As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in shaping inclusive practice, developing provision within our evolving school, and making a lasting difference to the lives of students with SEND. What you will be doing • Leading and developing the school's SEND strategy, policy and provision., • Coordinating effective support for students with SEND and monitoring its impact., • Managing EHCP annual reviews, tracking targets and ensuring statutory compliance., • Acting as the key point of contact for parents, carers, local authorities and external agencies., • Analysing student data to inform provision planning and improve outcomes., • Supporting staff through advice, guidance and training on effective SEND practice., • Working collaboratively with pastoral, clinical and curriculum teams to deliver holistic support., • Leading on Personal Education Plans (PEPs) and acting as Designated Teacher for Looked After Children., • Contributing to whole-school improvement planning, inclusion initiatives and leadership discussions., • Promoting a culture where every student feels valued, supported and able to achieve their full potential. What you will bring • QTS or QTLS qualification required., • National Award for SEN Coordination (or willingness to complete within three years)., • Experience working with students with SEND, ideally across a whole-school setting., • Strong knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and annual review processes., • Experience of EHCPs, interventions and provision planning., • The ability to analyse data and use it to drive improvements and positive outcomes., • Understanding of PEPs, looked after children and multi-agency working., • Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage competing demands., • Thrive practitioner qualified or willing to train as Thrive Practitioner in the next 3 years or appointment., • Driving licence required About Us Miller House School is a brand-new school located in Stoneygate, Leicester. The school opened in September 2025, has a capacity of 80 students, and offers a co-educational provision for students with complex needs, including SEMH. Miller House School is a specialist SEMH setting for young people aged 11–16. We are committed to supporting students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs, as well as autism and ADHD. Our safe and nurturing environment ensures every child is heard, seen, and supported to thrive. At Outcomes First Schools, we provide specialist education for learners who need a deeper level of understanding, expertise and support than mainstream education can typically offer. We support students with a wide range of complex, co-occurring and neurodivergent needs, including autism, ADHD, SEMH, speech and communication needs, dyslexia and experiences of trauma or adversity. We are proud to be a part of OFG Education who in 2025 were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running. Why Join Us? We place students and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. • Life Assurance, • Pension scheme with options to increase contributions, • “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks, • Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:, • Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits, • Hundreds of UK and international discounts, • Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme, • Critical illness cover, • Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. OFG Education is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, OFG Education does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales. #1

Join a supportive, child focused nursery offering strong benefits, flexible working and genuine career progression. We are looking for a caring and enthusiastic Room Leader to join our team. You will play a key role in caring for, supporting and inspiring our children, encouraging curiosity and helping them thrive every day. • 33 days annual leave including bank holidays, with 3 days used during the Christmas shutdown period, • Christmas and New Year shutdown, • Flexible working options available, • £500 refer a friend bonus, • Company pension scheme with employer contributions, • Statutory Sick Pay from day 1, • Life assurance for employees aged 18 to 65, • Certified Great Place to Work, voted for by our current colleagues Little Explorers Day Nursery and Preschool provides high-quality childcare for babies, toddlers, and preschool children in a warm, nurturing environment. Our friendly setting encourages children to learn, explore, and develop with confidence. Located in the heart of Knighton, close to Clarendon Park, Leicester train station, and London Road, our nursery is ideal for local and commuting families. Children also enjoy a safe outdoor space with a lawn, sandpit, play areas, and opportunities for gardening, imaginative play, and nature exploration. • Promote high standards of quality within the nursery, • Support and supervise playroom staff with their day-to-day duties, • Deploy staff appropriately to ensure that the required standards are delivered and maintained within the rooms, • Ensure the effective implementation of the nursery keycarer procedures and allocate children to keycarers appropriately, • Ensure that practice and provision in the nursery meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), • Provide professional, relevant feedback to parents and carers about their child, • Promote the nursery to current parents and potential customers, • Develop open and positive working relationships with staff, • Ensure that all staff develop and maintain friendly, professional relationships with parents and carers, • Maternity and adoption leave paid at 100 percent for the first 12 weeks, • Paternity leave paid at 100 percent for 4 weeks, • Parental bereavement leave up to 4 weeks paid, • Compassionate leave up to 2 weeks paid, • Miscarriage leave up to 2 weeks paid, • Wellbeing Day, an extra day off just for you, • The Grand Event, up to an additional week of annual leave to attend a significant life event after 2 years’ service, • Employee benefits portal with hundreds of retail discounts including ASOS, gym memberships, cinema, M and S and major supermarkets, • 24 hour remote GP appointments, • Medical cashback for dental treatment, physiotherapy and alternative therapies, • Recognition, rewards and team celebrations throughout the year, with May dedicated to celebrating our teams, • Tailored in house training and genuine progression opportunities, • Sustainability focus with Carbon Literacy trained teams and Eco Schools accreditation Grandir UK is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check is required for this role. We are an equal opportunity employer and recruit based on merit. To support our recruitment process, we may use AI-assisted tools for tasks such as application screening and reference checks. These tools help us manage applications efficiently, and all hiring decisions are made by our team. Apply today. We review applications as they are received and may close the role early. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Come and Join Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust, where we offer a wide variety of challenging and rewarding roles within a supportive, innovative and dynamic work environment! This is an exciting opportunity to work as a Clinical Team Leader (CTL) within the Community Enhanced Rehabilitation Team (CERT). The team has been is well established and covers the entire Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland County. We are a Psychology and need led service focussing on delivering rehabilitation interventions in the community. CERT is a psychology led, community mental health rehabilitation team within the enhanced rehabilitation and recovery pathway. Comprising of a multi-disciplinary team, CERT provides mental health rehabilitation focused interventions in the community for adults with severe and enduring mental health difficulties. We work within a recovery approach, undertaking collaborative interventions with service users, families and wider networks within the community. CERT offers service users and carers a greater choice over their care and recovery, ensuring interventions are delivered in the least restrictive setting. As a Clinical Team Leader you will lead a team of up to 20 clinical staff, you will provide support to staff as well as full line management responsibility, you will also hold a small caseload of you own. The teams base is located at Gwendolen House, based at Leicester General Hospital. Here at CERT we have a cohesive and fun team who make coming to work a pleasure whilst ensuring the highest standards of care are at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic team player, to join this growing and developing team. The role is suited to a driven and dynamic individual with a passion for mental health rehabilitation and community working. There will be opportunity for ongoing personal development for you. The health and wellbeing of our team members is very important to us and we offer a robust induction period, as well as regular supervision and support. You will have opportunities to progress your career with a structured learning journey that will enable you to achieve your long-term goals and work to your strengths. You’ll be joining an organisation with a genuine team culture built on openness, growth, and truly looking after one another. Please note- Driving is essential for this post, the core hours of the post and service are Monday to Friday 9 to 5. Fixed office space, as well as the ability to work in agile way in line with the trusts policy. • Interviews will be held in person on 3rd November* Sam Marandi, , The successful candidate will manage and take overall responsibility for care quality performance and clinical activity by providing professional nursing leadership and guidance, clinical advice and management in relation to the key dimensions of health care quality: • Patient safety, • The effectiveness of all health care interventions, • Patient experience, • The environment in which care is delivered, • Driving improvement and ongoing development of the service To ensure the delivery of a clinically effective service which meets the needs of individuals, families and communities in line with local and national development plans, Trust policies and procedures, being responsible for the coordination of services and to promote optimum health, self-management and effective liaison between agencies. The post holder will carry responsibility and professional and managerial accountability, which includes management of staff, budgets, quality and standards of practice of all members of the team by enhancing systems such as clinical. Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust (LPT) provides a range of community health, mental health and learning disability services for people of all ages. Delivered through over 100 settings from inpatient wards to out in the community, our 6,500 staff serve over 1 million people living in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. We aim to develop a workforce that reflects our community. We actively implement equal opportunities in employment and service delivery and seek people who share our commitment. We strongly encourage applications from all sections of the community, particularly from underrepresented groups. Details of our benefits, leadership behaviours and other important information including AI in our recruitment process can be found in the Information for Applicants document attached. We will consider requests to work alternative hours or varied working patterns in line with our flexible working policy. For all substantive roles, new staff (excluding medical staff) are appointed subject to a 6-month probationary period (see Probation Policy). All jobs will require permission to work in the UK. For all jobs the cost of any DBS disclosure required will be met by the individual. This will be deducted from salary once started. Applicants at risk within the local NHS who meet essential criteria will have preference for interview. #J-18808-Ljbffr

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Rehabilitation Engineer Technician to join our wheelchair clinical team in Leicester. As a Rehabilitation Engineer Technician, you will work in a clinical and technical capacity, supporting patient care during the assessment and prescription of posture and mobility equipment. This includes specialist seating, manual wheelchairs, powered wheelchairs, buggies, and associated accessories including specialist controls. The service supports children and adults with severe disabilities, most living with long-term conditions; many are deteriorating, some rapidly, including those in the terminal phase. The role requires a flexible, person-centred approach. • Carry out basic wheelchair and seating assessments and interventions., • Support the assessment and review of complex mobility and postural needs for people with severe disability., • Assist with safe positioning and handling during assessment and fitting to achieve the best clinical outcome., • Document assessment and review outcomes accurately., • Take delegated responsibility for a variety of tasks within clinical service provision as directed by the senior rehabilitation engineer technician/clinical lead, e.g. receiving and organising equipment, decontamination and organisation of cushions and wheelchair accessories, making adjustments, adaptations and modifications., • Modify, assemble and adjust equipment before or during handover as required, following manufacturer guidance and completing appropriate documentation, testing, inspection and risk management., • Support equipment handovers; demonstrating correct use; providing training to the patient and stakeholders (e.g., carers); confirming suitability and effectiveness; and making adjustments to optimise fit and function., • Contribute to service delivery and development activities, supporting quality improvement, work to comply with H&S, IPC and PPE requirements., • Empathy and patient-centred focus – ability to understand users’ physical and emotional needs to design effective, comfortable mobility solutions., • Strong problem-solving skills – capable of assessing complex mobility challenges and developing practical, adaptive engineering solutions., • Good attention to detail – ensuring precision in measurements, fittings, and adjustments for comfort, safety, and performance., • Technical competence – solid understanding of biomechanics, assistive technology, and engineering principles relevant to wheelchair design and rehabilitation., • Effective communication – able to collaborate with patients, clinicians, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate and successful outcomes., • Strong time management and organisational skills., • Experience of use of electronic patient record systems., • Creativity and innovation – ability to think beyond standard designs to create customized mobility solutions for diverse user needs., • Adaptability and flexibility – willingness to adjust approaches based on changing patient conditions, technologies, or clinical requirements., • Commitment to continuous learning – staying updated with advances in assistive technology, rehabilitation practices, and materials., • GCSE maths and English at grade 4 or above, or equivalent, • NVQ level 3 in an area relevant to the post, or equivalent qualification and/or experience, • Relevant clinical or practical experience in wheelchair provision, rehabilitation services, or assistive device design and assessment, • HNC or HND in engineering or equivalent, • Level 4 qualification or higher in a relevant engineering discipline., • Previous experience in NHS Wheelchair Service, • Moving and Handling Training, • Competitive market salary, • Incremental holiday allowance stating at 35 days, increasing to 41 days with length of service (inclusive of bank holidays), • Refer a Friend incentive scheme, • Enhanced Family Leave/Pay, • Cycle to Work Scheme, • Industry leading training opportunities At AM Healthcare Group, we are dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals who rely on mobility and accessibility solutions. As an international group of companies, we provide innovative products and services that make a real difference in people’s daily lives. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer with a firm commitment to diversity and inclusion across all areas of our organisation. As a Disability Confident Employer, we actively welcome applications from individuals of all abilities. If you require any support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to get in touch. We are also a proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, and we encourage applications from veterans, reservists, and members of the wider armed forces community. Please note that applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role. 21 Nuffield Way, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 1RL, United Kingdom #J-18808-Ljbffr

Position: PBS Practitioner Location: Flexible across Nuneaton, Mountsorrel, and Sileby Contract: Full-Time | Permanent | 37 hours/week | 52 weeks/year Salary: £30,309.16 per annum Holiday: 30 days annual leave + bank holidays RGH-Global is proud to be supporting a respected charity-based college in their search for a dedicated and skilled Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Practitioner. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified professional to join a dynamic therapy team delivering impactful behavioural support across multiple sites in Leicestershire. As a PBS Practitioner, you will play a key role in enabling individuals to access education and develop essential life skills. You’ll work collaboratively with staff, families, and external professionals to design and implement effective behavioural interventions that promote inclusion, independence, and meaningful relationships. • Conduct functional behaviour assessments and support complex cases., • Develop and monitor behavioural intervention plans focused on skill development., • Deliver training and coaching to staff and carers on best practice approaches., • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders., • Analyse behavioural data to inform targeted interventions., • Maintain accurate records and contribute to progress reports., • We’re looking for someone who is passionate about making a difference and thrives in a flexible, multi-site environment., • PBS Level 5 Diploma (or higher), • Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle, • Strong communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills, • Experience with individuals with learning disabilities, autism, or mental health needs, • Ability to work independently and within a team, • Experience in an education setting, • Familiarity with multidisciplinary therapy teams, • Experience delivering staff training, • Make a meaningful impact in the lives of others, • Work within a supportive and values-driven team, • Enjoy variety and flexibility across multiple sites, • Benefit from a generous holiday allowance of 30 days plus bank holidays, • Immediate interviews available for suitable candidates #J-18808-Ljbffr

Are you an experienced Occupational Therapist with a passion for leadership, innovation and service development? If you have experience within a community setting and are ready for a new challenge, we are seeking a motivated and dynamic Occupational Therapist to lead our highly regarded High Dependency Discharge to Assess Service. This innovative service supports people with complex needs to transition safely from acute hospital care, maximising recovery, independence and discharge home. Working within a multidisciplinary team alongside NHS, Adult Social Care and Local Authority partners, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality care while contributing to service, pathway and workforce development, as well as quality improvement initiatives. This is a unique opportunity to lead a specialist therapy team within one of the county's most innovative intermediate care services. The unit was the first in the county to provide dedicated therapy input within a high dependency discharge setting and has received national recognition through an HSJ Award nomination for its innovative patient care and system-wide partnership working. The role combines advanced clinical practice with operational leadership, offering opportunities to lead service transformation projects, influence system-wide pathways and champion the value of therapy within patient care., Provide specialist clinical leadership for the Community Therapy High Dependency Team, ensuring high-quality, person-centred, evidence-based care. Support a complex Occupational Therapy caseload, including specialist assessment, intervention planning, outcome evaluation and discharge planning for individuals with physical, cognitive, mental health and functional needs. Apply advanced clinical reasoning to provide expert advice, consultation and support to colleagues, multidisciplinary teams, service users and carers. Lead referral management, waiting list prioritisation, care coordination and caseload management, promoting independence, recovery and quality of life. Provide specialist guidance on functional ability, risk management, equipment, adaptations and accessibility needs. Deliver supervision, mentorship and leadership to Occupational Therapists, support staff and students. Work collaboratively with service users, carers and partner agencies to ensure coordinated care. Lead and contribute to service development, quality improvement, audit, research and evidence-based practice across community therapy. Support recruitment, workforce development and performance management. Maintain accurate records and compliance with professional and governance standards. Investigate incidents and risks, promote continuous improvement, contribute to policy and service development, and deputise for the Clinical/Service Lead as required. Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust (LPT) provides a range of community health, mental health and learning disability services for people of all ages. Delivered through over 100 settings from inpatient wards to out in the community, our 6,500 staff serve over 1 million people living in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. We aim to develop a workforce that reflects our community. We actively implement equal opportunities in employment and service delivery and seek people who share our commitment. We strongly encourage applications from all sections of the community, particularly from underrepresented groups. Details of our benefits, leadership behaviours and other important information can be found in the Information for Applicants, please view the supporting documents. We will consider requests to work alternative hours or varied working patterns in line with our flexible working policy. For all substantive roles, new staff (excluding medical staff) are appointed subject to a 6-month probationary period (see Probation Policy). All jobs will require permission to work in the UK. For all jobs the cost of any DBS disclosure required will be met by the individual. This will be deducted from salary once started. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Reference: Nursery Level 2+ Location: Leicester and surrounding areas Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time / Supply Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Start Date: ASAP Contract: Permanent / Fixed-Term / Day-to-Day Supply Empowering Learning is an education recruitment agency dedicated to connecting talented, passionate early years professionals with rewarding opportunities across Leicester. We work closely with a wide network of nurseries and early years settings, from small independent nurseries to larger group settings, to match candidates with roles that suit their skills, experience, and career goals. Our consultants offer honest, personalised support throughout the entire process - from application to placement and beyond. We are working on behalf of a warm and welcoming nursery setting in Leicester and the surrounding areas to find a caring, enthusiastic Level 2+ Nursery Practitioner. This is a fantastic opportunity for an early years professional who is passionate about giving children the best possible start in life through high-quality care and learning experiences. You’ll join a supportive team within a setting that values a nurturing, stimulating environment for children, alongside strong professional development opportunities for staff. The role would suit someone who is patient, energetic, and genuinely passionate about early childhood development. • Provide high-quality care and support for children's individual needs, in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, • Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities that support children's learning and development, • Support children's personal, social, emotional, and physical development in a safe and nurturing environment, • Encourage independence, confidence, and positive social interaction among children, • Carry out regular observations and assessments to track children's progress against EYFS milestones, • Contribute to individual learning journeys and next steps planning, • Work with the room leader/manager to plan activities that reflect children's interests and developmental needs, • Uphold the setting's safeguarding policies at all times, promoting the welfare and wellbeing of every child, • Maintain a safe, clean, and well-organised environment in line with health and safety requirements, • Report any safeguarding concerns promptly through the correct channels, • Work collaboratively with fellow practitioners, room leaders, and management, • Build positive, professional relationships with parents/carers, sharing updates on their child's progress, • Attend staff meetings, training sessions, and CPD opportunities to develop professional practice, • Level 2 (or above) qualification in Early Years/Childcare (e.g., CACHE, NVQ, or equivalent), • Experience working in a nursery or early years setting, • Sound knowledge of the EYFS framework and child development, • A caring, patient, and enthusiastic approach to working with young children, • Strong communication and teamwork skills, • Up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding procedures, • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one, • Eligibility to work in the UK, • Level 3 qualification in Early Years/Childcare, • Paediatric First Aid certificate, • Experience working with babies, toddlers, or pre-school age groups, • Experience supporting children with SEND in an early years setting, • Competitive, market-leading pay rates, • Access to a wide range of nursery and early years roles across Leicester and the surrounding areas, including short-term, long-term, and permanent placements, • Ongoing CPD and training opportunities to support your professional development, • Supportive, friendly nursery environments matched to your preferences and strengths, • A dedicated, experienced consultant offering personalised support throughout your job search and placement, • Flexible working options, including full-time, part-time, and supply arrangements, • Fast, straightforward registration process Empowering Learning is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide satisfactory references. Empowering Learning is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates #J-18808-Ljbffr

Part of Grandir UK Salary £26,666 to £28,288 (depending on experience and qualifications with regular pay reviews) Join a supportive, child focused nursery offering strong benefits, flexible working and genuine career progression. Our Little Explorers Day Nursery and Preschool in Knighton is looking for a caring and enthusiastic Nursery Practitioner to join our team. You will play a key role in caring for, supporting and inspiring our children, encouraging curiosity and helping them thrive every day. • 33 days annual leave including bank holidays, with 3 days used during the Christmas shutdown period, • Christmas and New Year shutdown, • Flexible working options available, • £500 refer a friend bonus, • Company pension scheme with employer contributions, • Statutory Sick Pay from day 1, • Life assurance for employees aged 18 to 65, • Certified Great Place to Work, voted for by our current colleagues Little Explorers Day Nursery and Preschool provides high-quality childcare for babies, toddlers, and preschool children in a warm, nurturing environment. Our friendly setting encourages children to learn, explore, and develop with confidence. Located in the heart of Knighton, close to Clarendon Park, Leicester train station, and London Road, our nursery is ideal for local and commuting families. Children also enjoy a safe outdoor space with a lawn, sandpit, play areas, and opportunities for gardening, imaginative play, and nature exploration. • Promote high standards of quality within the nursery in respect of the environment, resources and experiences offered to children, • Assume key carer responsibilities for designated children, • Ensure that all children attending the nursery receive rich and stimulating experiences appropriate to their age and stage of development, • Prepare and support children’s activities, • In the absence of the Team/Room Leader maintain effective day-to-day management of the environment, • Contribute to ensuring that practice and provision in the nursery meets the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage, • Support and mentor students and un-qualified staff to ensure delivery of high-quality childcare practice and maintain friendly, professional relationships with parents and carers, • Maternity and adoption leave paid at 100 percent for the first 12 weeks, • Paternity leave paid at 100 percent for 4 weeks, • Parental bereavement leave up to 4 weeks paid, • Compassionate leave up to 2 weeks paid, • Miscarriage leave up to 2 weeks paid, • Wellbeing Day, an extra day off just for you, • The Grand Event, up to an additional week of annual leave to attend a significant life event after 2 years’ service, • Employee benefits portal with hundreds of retail discounts including ASOS, gym memberships, cinema, M and S and major supermarkets, • 24 hour remote GP appointments, • Medical cashback for dental treatment, physiotherapy and alternative therapies, • Recognition, rewards and team celebrations throughout the year, with May dedicated to celebrating our teams, • Tailored in house training and genuine progression opportunities, • Sustainability focus with Carbon Literacy trained teams and Eco Schools accreditation Grandir UK is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check is required for this role. We are an equal opportunity employer and recruit based on merit. To support our recruitment process, we may use AI-assisted tools for tasks such as application screening and reference checks. These tools help us manage applications efficiently, and all hiring decisions are made by our team. Apply today. We review applications as they are received and may close the role early. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Title: MLOps Engineer Job Title: MLOps Engineer Location: Leicester / Bexhill / London – Hybrid Unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship for this position Welcome to Hastings Direct We’re a digital insurance provider with a clear strategy to become the best and biggest player in the UK market. As a company, we’ve made huge investments in our technology, pricing, data and analytics capabilities over the past few years, along with nurturing our 4Cs culture and substantial investment in our people. And as a Finance team, we're doing exactly the same – building a market leading finance technology platform, investing in our team and our approach to leadership development, with a real focus on commercially adding value to the business. The fact you’re now reading this job advert means we’ve tempted you to find out more about . If you like what you see, we hope you'll consider joining our team. We have high standards and understand some people may not apply for jobs unless they feel they tick every box. If you’re excited about joining us and think you have some of what we are looking for, even if you’re not 100% sure, we would love to hear from you. We’re looking for an MLOps Engineer to help turn pricing models and data science work into reliable production workflows. You’ll work with Pricing, Data Science, Data Engineering and ML Engineering teams to build pipelines that are easier to test, release, monitor and maintain. The role is hands‑on, with a focus on Python, SQL, automation, good engineering practice and controlled delivery in a regulated environment. You’ll own defined MLOps components and pipelines, while working with senior colleagues on wider standards, architecture and governance. • Build, improve and maintain machine learning pipelines used within Market Pricing., • Productionise Python‑based models, notebooks and data science workflows., • Help move models from development into repeatable, tested and documented production processes., • Improve how model workflows are tested, released, monitored and maintained., • Investigate issues across data, model and pipeline workflows., • Automate manual steps where this improves quality, speed or control., • Support good engineering practices, including Git, code review, testing and documentation., • Make sure pipelines and model workflows are traceable, auditable and safe to change., • Work closely with Pricing, Data Science, Data Engineering, ML Engineering and governance stakeholders., • Python, including libraries such as Pandas, NumPy and scikit‑learn., • SQL and large structured datasets., • Cloud data platforms such as Snowflake, Databricks or similar., • Git‑based version control and code review., • CI/CD and automated testing using tools such as Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions or similar., • Model deployment, monitoring, versioning and governance., • Reusable engineering patterns for production machine learning., • Strong Python skills and experience building data or machine learning workflows., • Good SQL skills and confidence working with structured datasets., • Experience building reliable, reusable and maintainable code or pipelines., • Understanding of machine learning fundamentals, especially supervised learning., • Experience with Git, code review, testing and technical documentation., • Exposure to cloud‑based data or engineering environments., • Good problem‑solving skills and attention to detail., • Clear communication skills, with the ability to explain technical ideas to different audiences., • Comfortable working with data scientists, analysts, engineers and business stakeholders., • A practical focus on quality, reliability, governance and maintainability., • Hands‑on experience with cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS or GCP., • Exposure to modern data platforms such as Snowflake, Databricks, Spark or similar., • Experience with MLOps practices such as model deployment, monitoring, versioning or model registries., • Exposure to workflow orchestration or deployment tools such as Airflow, MLflow, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions or similar., • Experience in pricing, insurance, financial services or another regulated environment., • Understanding of model governance, responsible AI or explainability., • Recruiter screening call, • Intro with Hiring manager, • Interview with hiring team – Case study, • Final chat with business leader As a Disability Confident employer, we’re committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are fully inclusive – what this means to you is if you’re applying for a job with us, you’ll have fair access to support and adjustments throughout your recruitment journey. We also welcome applications through the Disability Confident Scheme (DCS).For more information on the DCS, please visit our inclusive business page on our careers website In addition to a competitive salary you will also receive… we champion a flexible hybrid working approach – please speak to your recruiter to discuss in more detail all colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Cs performance bonus as well as providing you with 4x your salary with our life assurance cover, income protection at no extra cost, and matched pension contributions up to 10%, we are proud to provide you with an award winning package which includes – discounts, cashback, free independent mortgage advice and free access to financial wellbeing support we have the thrive mental health app, our colleague assistance programme available 24/7, our own in‑house mental health first aiders, support groups and a dedicated team to make sure we are covering your needs 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell one of your weeks, access to our health care cash back plans, dental plans, discounted health assessments, Cycle to work and tech schemes, discounted and free onsite facilities, social events throughout the year and much more …. Join us and you’ll find a different way of doing things. We call it the 4Cs. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company and community. As one of our colleagues, you’ll be helping to drive our growth, so in return, we’ll give you all the support, training and development you need. Our 4Cs principles are simple: we believe by creating the right culture for our colleagues and giving them the right tools to do their job, we’ll deliver good outcomes for every customer, helping us to grow the company profitably and sustainably and allowing us to invest in the communities we serve. If You Are Interested In Any Other Positions At Hasting Direct – You Can View Our Live Vacancy List Via Our Carers Page. Link Below Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status. Please also note that we have a thorough referencing process, which includes credit and criminal record checks. At Hastings Direct, we’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we encourage you to be open with us. Our recruitment team is here to provide the support you need to ensure a fair and accessible experience for all. #J-18808-Ljbffr

The closing date is 08 October 2026 This is an exciting opportunity to further develop and broaden your advanced clinical and leadership skills within a challenging and rewarding environment. As an ACP, you willdemonstrate safe, autonomous, and evidence-based clinical decision-making, working collaboratively with Emergency Department consultants and the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality patient-centred care. The successful candidate will be responsible for undertaking comprehensive patient assessments, applying advanced diagnostic reasoning, formulating treatment plans, and managing patient care across a wide range of acute presentations. You will play a key role in supporting patients throughout their emergency care journey whilst ensuring adherence to Trust policies, procedures, and professional standards. Excellent communication, organisational, and time management skills are essential, along with the ability to work effectively under pressure in a busy clinical setting. Beyond direct patient care, you will be an influential leader in service development and quality improvement. You will contribute to education, research, audit, and innovation initiatives, helping to shape and enhance the future delivery of emergency care services. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on patient outcomes while supporting the continued development of the Emergency Department and the wider organisation. The postholder will work autonomously to deliver expert, patient-centred, evidence-based care, using advanced specialist knowledge and skills to meet the needs of their patient group. They will demonstrate strong communication, leadership, and resilience while providing senior clinical leadership and operational oversight within their specialty. Key responsibilities include managing patient flow and identifying appropriate escalation, de-escalation, or alternative care pathways; contributing to specialist education programmes; and providing clinical supervision, teaching, and support to multidisciplinary team members, including Advanced Clinical Practitioners (ACPs) at all stages of development. The role may also involve managing and developing ACP staff through recruitment, appraisal, performance management, and retention activities. Additionally, the postholder will address complaints and concerns, promote learning from incidents, and lead or contribute to quality improvement initiatives, service development, research, and audit activities to enhance patient care and service delivery. Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030). We have four primary goals: • high-quality care for all,, • being a great place to work,, • partnerships for impact,, • research and education excellence And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities. Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all: • we are compassionate,, • we are proud,, • we are inclusive, and, • we are one team This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve. About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust: The Emergency Department at Leicester Royal Infirmary is one of the busiest in the UK, delivering high standards of care and performance to a diverse patient population. Our ambition is to become one of the country's leading providers of acute and emergency care over the next five years, making this an exciting time to join our team. In 2014 we invested in a modern integrated urgent and emergency care facility, bringing together the Emergency Department and key admission services within a single clinical environment. The adult Emergency Department includes a dedicated main entrance, initial assessment area, minor injuries and illnesses service, majors department, and resuscitation facilities. These are supported by an extensive range of same-site services, including the Acute Medical Unit, Acute Care Bay, Acute Frailty Unit, and Emergency Decisions Unit, enabling patients to receive streamlined, high-quality care throughout their emergency care journey. Education and professional development are at the heart of our department. We have a dedicated Education Team consisting of a Lead Consultant, two Registrars, and an Education Administrator, whose collective focus is to maintain and continually enhance our strong reputation for training and development. As an Advanced Clinical Practitioner, you will have access to a comprehensive programme of educational opportunities designed to support your ongoing professional growth. These include case-based discussion (CBD) sessions, simulation training within our dedicated in-house simulation suite, practical skills training, and a structured teaching programme delivered throughout the year. Our educational programme is continuously shaped by staff feedback to ensure it remains relevant and responsive to learning needs. In addition, fortnightly themed teaching sessions provide focused learning on key emergency medicine topics, followed by simulation exercises and opportunities to demonstrate and sign off competencies, supporting both clinical excellence and career progression. Joining Leicester Royal Infirmary offers the opportunity to work within a forward-thinking department that is committed to innovation, education, and delivering outstanding emergency care. Please see the full job description attached to the advert for further information. • Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours, • Registered health professional (NMC/HCPC), • RCEM Accreditation, • Masters qualification in Advanced Clinical Practice, • Non-medical Prescriber, • ALS provider, • Relevant experience in teaching, • Highlydeveloped,specialist knowledge underpinned by theory and experience, • ALS instructor, • Advanced practice accreditation, • QIP training, • Relevant experience in teaching ., • Significant experience working as an autonomous practitioner at an advanced level, • Portfolio evidence relevant to level of Senior ACP, • Advanced clinical knowledge, in relation to local and national policies and Government legislation ., • Significant experience of clinical leadership of a uni -disciplinary or multi -disciplinary team ., • Ability to undertake comprehensive patient examination / continuing care assessments, • Demonstrates effective change management in practice ., • Participates in audit / research studies ., • Experienced educator, • Evidence of using clinical governance framework to influence care and improve outcome, • Management of complaints, • Involved in local, regional and/or national clinical networks within specialist area, • Initiated and led original research solely or in partnership, • Influenced policy and service development, • Evidence of involvement in design and development of educational programs, • Evidence of human resource management, • Experience of working at senior level in current speciality, • Experience of implementation of clinical governance framework, • Experience of managing a budget, • Experience in leading areas within a busy department, • Excellent interaction and interpersonal skills, • Exceptional leadership skills across disciplines, organisations and networks, • Able to communicate highly complex, condition related information to patients, relatives, carers or staff, • Able to work as part of a team but also to stand back and facilitate others to manage projects., • Able to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team, • Ability to influence and motivate staff, • Ability to contain and resolve conflict, • Sensitive to clinical and political demands, • Innovative thinker with the ability to implement change, • Effective use of information systems, • Advanced clinical skills and competency in complex clinical processes, • Advanced decision making and critical analysis skills, • Political awareness, • Strategic awareness, • An understanding of the local health economy, • Self motivated, • Able to lead and develop teams recognising and understanding team dynamics, • Ability to prioritise and meet short deadlines and deliver to the highest standard, • Able to interpret and understand relevant complex clinical investigations to inform treatment planning, • Experience of interpreting data from multiple sources Ability to translate and integrate evidence based practice into care, • Evidence of ability to strategically think and plan strategically, • Well -developed communication skills both verbal and written, • Ability to demonstrate personal and professional leadership skills., • Ability to negotiate and persuade in complex and difficult situations., • Skills and experience in teaching staff in formal and informal methods, • Ability to think logically, use initiative and problem solve, • Ability to manage competing priorities and to work under pressure, • To have a good understanding of equity and diversity and have non - judgemental approach to patients and staff, • IT literate, • Able to respond and investigate clinical incidents in an open, honest and transparent way and, working with the multi-disciplinary team, formulate action plans to improve safe, harm free patient care., • Demonstrable knowledge of the NHS workforce landscape, • excellent organisational skills with evidence of planning and implementing change, • Organisational and problem solving skills in the clinical environment, • Ability to work either independently or as a part of a team whilst under pressure, managing complex and challenging situations, • Able to organise a department/area including workload and staff, • Ability to work across organisational boundaries, • Must be able to work to short deadlines and have a flexible approach to workload Project management skills, • Experience of implementing and evaluating clinical standards/changes in practice., • Ability to operate and plan at a strategic level., • Proposes policy or service changes with an impact beyond own area, • Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs, • All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others, • Enthusiastic and self driven, • Have a flexible approach to service needs This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. 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As a Pastoral Assistant at Miller House School, you will support the emotional wellbeing, behaviour, and personal development of pupils, helping them overcome barriers to learning and fostering a safe, consistent, and nurturing environment. Working closely with the Pastoral Lead and teaching staff, you will provide daily pastoral support, behaviour intervention, and guidance to ensure every pupil has the opportunity to thrive both socially and academically., • Provide front-line behaviour intervention throughout the school day, including initial counselling and support to help pupils return to learning., • Work collaboratively with teaching staff and the Pastoral Manager to maintain a consistent approach to behaviour management and pupil support., • Support pupils in developing self-regulation, resilience, and positive engagement in lessons and around the school site., • Monitor, record, and analyse pupil behaviour, ensuring accurate documentation for internal reviews and multi-agency meetings., • Contribute to pupil induction and reintegration processes to ensure smooth transitions and positive school experiences., • Liaise with families, carers, and external agencies to support coordinated and effective pastoral provision., • Ensure all records-such as incident reports, risk assessments, and intervention notes-are maintained to a high standard., • Support the ongoing implementation and review of the School Behaviour Policy and individual pupil risk assessments. Calm, resilient and confident supporting young people who may display challenging behaviour • Passionate about helping pupils overcome barriers to learning and develop emotional regulation skills, • Experienced in working with children or young people, particularly those with SEMH needs or additional support requirements, • Able to build positive, trusting relationships with pupils while maintaining clear and consistent boundaries, • A strong communicator who can work collaboratively with staff, families and external professionals, • Organised and confident maintaining accurate behaviour records, incident reports and pupil support plans, • Patient, empathetic and able to remain calm and professional in high-pressure situations, • Committed to safeguarding, confidentiality and promoting positive behaviour across the school, • Full UK Driving Licence required Above all, you are someone who believes every young person deserves the opportunity to feel supported, develop resilience and succeed in their education. Miller House School is a brand-new school located in Stoneygate, Leicester. The school opened in September 2025, has a capacity of 80 pupils, and offers a co-educational provision for students with complex needs, including SEMH. Miller House School is a specialist SEMH setting for young people aged 11-16. We are committed to supporting students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs, as well as autism and ADHD. Our safe and nurturing environment ensures every child is heard, seen, and supported to thrive. Acorn Education offers rewarding careers and meaningful challenges while making a real difference in young people's lives. As a leading UK provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs, and part of Outcomes First Group, we deliver innovative, evidence-based approaches that support measurable progress and lasting impact. We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the sixth year running. We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. • Life Assurance, • Pension scheme with options to increase contributions, • "Your Wellbeing Matters" - mental health support and physical health checks, • Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:, • Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits, • Hundreds of UK and international discounts, • Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme, • Critical illness cover, • Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support #J-18808-Ljbffr

Can you demonstrate our values of Trust Respect, Integrity and Compassion? If so read on and take a look at the opportunity below. We are now seeking to recruit Consultant Psychiatrists to join our CAMHS Outpatient team Communitymental health services on a full time or part time basis. We are really pleased that you are seeking a career at LPT, you will work in partnership with members of well-established multi-disciplinary teams, both operationally and strategically to drive forward innovation delivering the best effective care for our patients. Every opportunity will be given to encourage personal initiatives, research, specialist interests, teaching, training, management, and leadership, as well as arears of professional specialist interest you may have. Applications are invited from registered medical practitioners, who have or are eligible for, a CCT or an equivalent approved indicator of training and eligible for entry onto the Specialist Register within six months of the interview date. • Protected time for research/special clinical interest, • Relocation Expenses a removal expenses package may be payable up to £8000, • Access to funds to support CPD/Study leave allowance (30 days over 3 years with a budget of £1000), • Agile working with ICT support, • Staff Benefits including NHS Pension, childcare vouchers, a salary sacrifice scheme, discount schemes, cycle to work and lease car schemes., • Staff health and wellbeing, subsidised gym membership and other wellbeing support Informal visits and enquiries are welcomed. Dr Bala Nambi - • Deliver the highest quality of clinical care to our patents and carers The post holder will be required to work in partnership at both strategic and operational levels with relevant and external stakeholders. The post holder will need to ensure that people who use services, carers and advocates are treated with respect and dignity. Provide excellent clinical leadership and actively develop your team along with expert advice to our hospital and community specialists, managers and directors on what is needed to deliver excellent care and future strategic directions. The Consultant has a continuing responsibility for the care of patients and for the proper functioning of the department. The consultant will liaise with the General Practitioners, hospital and community specialists and other agencies wherever relevant. A specimen timetable illustrating how the consultant timetable may be arranged within the current framework can be found in the attached job description. You will engage with the development of your Job Plan. The post would appeal to anyone who has an established interest in Mental Health Services for CAMHS Outpatient team. You will need to ensure that people who use services, carers and advocates are treated with respect and dignity. Please refer to the job description and person specification to support your application to this post. Refer to the essential and desirable criteria when outlining the skills, knowledge and experience you will need to demonstrate in your application. Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust (LPT) provides a range of community health, mental health and learning disability services for people of all ages. Delivered through over 100 settings from inpatient wards to out in the community, our 6,500 staff serve over 1 million people living in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. We aim to develop a workforce that reflects our community. We actively implement equal opportunities in employment and service delivery and seek people who share our commitment. We strongly encourage applications from all sections of the community, particularly from underrepresented groups. Details of our benefits, leadership behaviours and other important information can be found in the Information for Applicants, please view the supporting documents. We will consider requests to work alternative hours or varied working patterns in line with our flexible working policy. For all substantive roles, new staff (excluding medical staff) are appointed subject to a 6-month probationary period (see Probation Policy). All jobs will require permission to work in the UK. For all jobs the cost of any DBS disclosure required will be met by the individual. This will be deducted from salary once started. Applicants at risk within the local NHS who meet essential criteria will have preference for interview. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Multi Skilled Operative (Nightshift) – Asphalt Plant Mountsorrel, near Loughborough (Leicestershire) Hands-on role | Varied work | Training & progression | Local, stable employment Are you practical, reliable and enjoy working as part of a close-knit team?Looking for a role where no two days are the same, where you can build valuable plant and operational skills, and where your contribution genuinely matters? We're recruiting a Multi Skilled Operative(Nightshift) to join our Mountsorrel Asphalt Plant, ideally located for candidates commuting from Loughborough, Leicester, Melton Mowbray and surrounding areas. This role offers real variety, structured training, and development opportunities within a busy operational environment. Previous asphalt or plant experience is beneficial but not essential - we're more interested in your attitude, work ethic and willingness to learn. Working hours -Rotating shift pattern 5pm - 3am, Monday – Friday plus every other Saturday WhatYou'llBe Doing Reporting to the Operations Manager,you'llplay a key role in the safe, efficient day-to-day running of the RAP Yard, contributing to production targets and high-quality outputs. Your responsibilities will include: • Mixing asphalt to specification, • Production of RAP to specification, • Working collaboratively to deliver quality materials and on-time customer deliveries, • Weighbridge operations, • Operating mobile plant including loading shovel, • Supporting Supervisors with daily and weekly production targets, • Carrying out inspections, identifying defects and implementing remedial actions, • Assisting with planned and reactive plant maintenance, • Ensuring housekeeping standards are consistently high, • Actively promoting and operating to Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality standards This is a hands-on, varied role suited to someone who enjoys operational responsibility and being part of a production-focused team. WhatWe'reLooking For We're keen to hear from candidates with experience in industrial, factory, manufacturing or similar operational environments, and from those who want to develop their technical and supervisory skills over time. You'llideally bring: • Experience or interest in plant or mobile machinery operations, • Shovellicence(desirable but not essential), • ExcavatorLicence(essential), • A flexible, team-focused approach, • Motivation, good time keeping and strong work ethic, • Clear communication skills and confidence to escalate issues when needed, • IT literacy, • Full UK DrivingLicence Ifyou'readaptable, safety-conscious and keen to progress,we'llsupport you with training and development. At Tarmac, who you are matters. We believe people perform best when they feel valued, supported and challenged. We'reproud to foster a dynamic, inclusive working environment and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.Ifyou'reproud of a job well done, enjoy collaborating with others and want to keep improving,you'llfeel at home with us. As part of Tarmac Trading Limited,you'llbe joining a respected UK-wide organisation with a strong focus on safety, sustainability, quality and career development. Apply now and help shape the future of asphalt production at Mountsorrel. Why Tarmac We don't just offer a job, we offer a career. Alongside this role, you'll have access to industry-leading rewards, development opportunities, and a culture that puts people first, including: • Bonus scheme, • Enhanced holiday entitlement, • Contributory pension scheme, • Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc., • Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice, • Access to join our Employee Communities (employee networks) we currently have nine communities inc. (REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female voice and menopause, • Training and development opportunities Tarmac is committed to being a Forces-friendly employer. If you're coming from a military background, we'll support your transition and help you build a successful career with us. We're proud to be part of CRH, and even prouder to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know, we're here to support you. Ready to build your future? Click ‘Apply' to get started. Please note: we sometimes close roles early due to high interest, so don't wait too long! #Tarmac #TarmacCareers Tarmac Trading Limited JBRP1_UKTJ

Become a Foster Carer or Supported Lodgings Host with Thrive Fostering Generous fostering allowances starting from around £26,000 Tax-free per year plus benefits. Are you ready to change a young life for the better? If you're warm-hearted, resilient, and have a safe, stable home with a spare bedroom to offer, Thrive Fostering wants to hear from you. Join our welcoming, growing community of Foster Carers and Supported Lodgings Hosts. Together, we provide children and young people with the love, security, and guidance they deserve — while you gain immense personal reward and strong professional backing. What Does the Role Involve? Foster Carers — Create a nurturing family home for children and young people who can't live with their birth family. This rewarding, skilled role involves everyday care, emotional support, and helping them build a brighter future. Supported Lodgings Hosts — Offer a safe room and supportive guidance to older teens/young adults (typically 16+) as they take steps toward independence — perfect if you want to make a difference with more flexibility. Both roles are deeply fulfilling, home-based, and compatible with other commitments. Who We're Looking For We welcome applications from people who: • Are over 21 years old, • Have a permanent spare bedroom, • Can commit to ongoing training and development, • Have the right to live and work in the UK, • Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, • Are compassionate, patient, and reliable No previous experience is required — we provide full training and support every step of the way. Why Choose Thrive Fostering? • Competitive financial rewards — Generous fostering allowances starting from around £26,000 per year Tax-free plus benefits., • Outstanding support — Dedicated social workers, support teams, therapeutic practitioners, and a 24/7 on-call service., • Community & connection — Join local carer networks, events, and peer support groups., • Professional growth — High-quality, ongoing training to build your confidence and skills., • Flexibility — Foster alongside part-time or full-time work — many carers do! Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion At Thrive Fostering, we celebrate diversity in all its forms. We warmly welcome applications from individuals and families of every background — including different ethnicities, cultures, faiths,, single carers, and everyone in between. Diversity strengthens our community and enriches the lives of the children we support. Ready to make a lasting difference? Contact us today to learn more, attend an information session, or start your application. Your spare room could become a safe haven. Your compassion could help a child thrive. Apply now — spaces in our team are filling fast! JBRP1_UKTJ