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Join us as a Teaching Assistant: Empower Futures! Do you want to work for a company where wellbeing is more than a word, it's a commitment? Somewhere where the person matters as much as the professional? Well at Progress Schools, that's just the approach we take. Our top-notch benefits go beyond the basics-enjoy access to discounted gym memberships, a free wellbeing app that is jam packed with fitness, yoga and mindfulness resources and dedicated counselling support. And because we know your passion is with pupils and not paperwork, we do everything we can to reduce the amount of surplus admin too. Your work-life balance matters. That's why we offer generous holidays, additional leave for foster carers and flexibility wherever possible. And why do we do this? Because when you thrive, so do our students. So we want to invest in your personal and professional growth as much as we do the young people who attend our schools. But that's not all, we also offer... Professional Development: Support for professional qualifications, in-house training, including paid qualifications. Last year we invested approx. £3.5k per colleague! Financial Security: Death in Service Insurance providing four times your salary. Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave. Health and Wellbeing Cashback: Access to Medicash for you and your dependants, covering the costs of eye tests, optical, dental, prescriptions, and holistic treatments up to £900 annually. Recognition Awards: Monthly, Quarterly, and Annual Recognition Awards. Referral Bonus: £500 for referring top talent. Exclusive Discounts: MiRewards benefits platform, offering loads of discounts and rewards Weekly drop ins with Senior Leaders: Connect, clarify and communicate with weekly drop-ins with our Managing Director and organisation SLT Group Connection: Annual Group conference and a comprehensive benefits review. Who are we looking for from you? Engagement Skills: Ability to engage learners and support their ambitions Emotional Support: Passionate about making a positive impact on students' lives. Qualification: GCSEs in Maths and English C or 4 grade and above (or an equivalent) Knowledge: Have an understanding of alternative provision and dealing with students with special needs. Experience: Working within an education setting or equivalent. Communication: Professional communication with students and staff. Promotion of Values: Commitment to promoting equality, diversity, safeguarding, wellbeing, and British values. About the School: Progress Schools is part of The Progress Group, the Group is made up of six business units, each of which aspires to innovate, influence, and inspire others through high-quality and purposeful education and training. Progress Schools is a national group of 13 independent OFSTED-regulated schools. At Progress Schools - Thrapston we support approximately 35 pupils on roll to ensure that we can provide ample opportunities for children who need a nurturing, encouraging and supportive environment, specifically for those who will reintegrate back into a mainstream setting. The school consists of a core team of the Head of School, Deputy Head of School, five teachers, and five support staff. Further support is also provided by regional and national staff, who work with a number of schools across our group. Please click here to view the Job Description. How to Apply: Ready to be a part of our journey? Submit your application with a brief note about your training philosophy by clicking APPLY. If you have any further queries, then please get in touch with our friendly recruitment team by emailing Let's redefine education together! #JoinOurTeam #EducationRevolution #AlternativeEducation #Teaching AssistantWanted Diversity and Inclusion Statement: The Progress Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, medical history, skin colour, marital status, genetic information, or parental status. All employment decisions are based on merit, job requirements, and business needs. Safeguarding Statement: We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices. For details of our commitment to safer recruitment please visit our website for further information. Note: We are unable to provide Visa sponsorship for this role. TPBN1_UKTJ

You’ll also own sales operations within the wider operations function, working closely with deputy directors in the customer sales team. Sales operations manager - Operations and delivery. You’ll work alongside the Deputy director of sales operations and enablement as well as independently, make

On-site | Up to £65,000 per annum Hard FM | TFM Environment | Leadership Role Were looking for a technically strong, people-focused Contract Manager to lead our Hard FM delivery and wider site-based team on a high-profile single-customer contract in Oxford. Youll ensure full compliance, exceptional service standards and a first-class customer experience across a multi-service TFM environment (including cleaning and security). Acting as Deputy to the Contract Director, youll manage onsite engineers and subcontractors, drive operational excellence, and maintain a fully compliant, safe and operational estate. What Youll Be Doing Customer & Contract Management Deliver Hard FM services across PPM, reactive, remedial and small works to SLA/KPI levels. Build strong customer relationships through proactive communication and regular site walkarounds. Support long- and short-term service strategies and drive innovation. Workplace & Technical Leadership Provide strong technical guidance and engage specialist support when required. Work with engineers to diagnose issues and implement action plans. Lead improvements that enhance customer experience and operational quality. Customer Experience Promote a culture of service excellence and continuous improvement. Gather and act on customer feedback to enhance service delivery. Identify opportunities for contract development and growth. People Management Lead, motivate and develop a multi-discipline on-site team. Oversee recruitment, performance, competencies and training to support self-delivery. Resource & Operational Management Maximise productivity and ensure compliance with SFG20 standards. Drive value for money and support environmental improvements. H&S & Compliance Embed Atlas Health & Safety policy into daily operations. Maintain statutory compliance and accurate PPM documentation. Escalate risks, investigate incidents and uphold governance standards. Supplier & Financial Management Manage Hard FM supplier performance focusing on safety, quality and value. Own the P&L, overseeing budgets, forecasting and financial risk. Produce monthly, quarterly and annual reporting for internal and customer stakeholders. Business Support Support bids, site visits and collaboration with internal support functions. Undertake additional reasonable duties aligned with the role. Qualifications, Certifications & Training M&E trade qualifications and relevant technical background. NEBOSH General, IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent H&S certification. Knowledge, Skills & Experience 3+ years leadership in Hard FM/multi-service environments. Strong customer, operational and people management experience (teams 20+). Proven financial management with full P&L responsibility. Skilled in reporting, data interpretation and decision-making. Experience with CAFM systems (e.g., Planon). Solid understanding of statutory regulations, PTW and SFG20. Proficient in MS Office with strong presentation skills. At Atlas Workplace Services, we believe great buildings start with great people. Thats why weve reimagined facilities management to put people firstthose who work in the spaces we care for, and those who deliver our services every day. Were not just another FM provider were a top-10 industry leader committed to doing things differently, with a personal touch, smart technology, and a passion for going the extra mile. As part of an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT), Atlas Workplace Services is proud to be a company where our people have a meaningful stake in our success. Being part of an EOT isnt just about sharing in the companys performance; its about creating a culture of shared responsibility, collaboration, and pride in what we achieve together. TPBN1_UKTJ

Join us as a Head of Schools: Empower Futures! Do you want to work for a company where wellbeing is more than a word, it's a commitment? Somewhere where the person matters as much as the professional? Well at Progress Schools, that's just the approach we take. Our top-notch benefits go beyond the basics-enjoy access to discounted gym memberships, a free wellbeing app that is jam packed with fitness, yoga and mindfulness resources and dedicated counselling support. And because we know your passion is with pupils and not paperwork, we do everything we can to reduce the amount of surplus admin too. Your work-life balance matters. That's why we offer generous holidays, additional leave for foster carers and flexibility wherever possible. And why do we do this? Because when you thrive, so do our students. So we want to invest in your personal and professional growth as much as we do the young people who attend our schools. But that's not all, we also offer... Professional Development: Support for professional qualifications, in-house training, including paid qualifications. Last year we invested approx. £3.5k per colleague! Financial Security: Death in Service Insurance providing four times your salary. Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave. Health and Wellbeing Cashback: Access to Medicash for you and your dependants, covering the costs of eye tests, optical, dental, prescriptions, and holistic treatments up to £900 annually. Recognition Awards: Monthly, Quarterly, and Annual Recognition Awards. Referral Bonus: £500 for referring top talent. Exclusive Discounts: MiRewards benefits platform, offering loads of discounts and rewards Weekly drop ins with Senior Leaders: Connect, clarify and communicate with weekly drop-ins with our Managing Director and organisation SLT Group Connection: Annual Group conference and a comprehensive benefits review. Who are we looking for from you? Engagement Skills: Demonstrated ability to inspire and engage learners, supporting them in achieving their ambitions. Able to bring fresh ideas, creativity, and proactive leadership to both the classroom and wider school environment. Emotional Support: Passionate about making a tangible, positive difference in the lives of young people-particularly those requiring additional support. Academic Background: Degree in a relevant subject area is essential. Core Teaching Qualifications: QTS or QTLS (or an overseas equivalent) is required. NPQH or working towards it is desirable. Experience: Proven leadership experience in an educational setting (Head of Department, SLT, or Headteacher level), ideally within an alternative provision or similar setting. Experience managing staff teams and small school cohorts is essential. Teaching Subjects: Strong understanding and oversight of core subject delivery (English, Maths, Science), with a track record of improving teaching and learning outcomes. Knowledge: In-depth understanding of the alternative provision landscape, school compliance requirements, and Independent School Standards. Familiarity with working with learners with SEN and additional needs is key. Problem-Solving: Proactive in addressing challenges and implementing effective solutions to enhance pupil outcomes and operational efficiency. Communication: Strong interpersonal and professional communication skills with staff, learners, and external stakeholders. Promotion of Values: A clear commitment to upholding and promoting safeguarding, equality, diversity, wellbeing, and British values within the school community. Time Management: Excellent time management skills with the ability to balance leadership responsibilities, staff development, curriculum oversight, and regulatory compliance. About the School: Progress Schools is part of The Progress Group, the Group is made up of six business units, each of which aspires to innovate, influence, and inspire others through high-quality and purposeful education and training. Progress Schools is a national group of 13 independent OFSTED-regulated schools. At Progress Schools - Thrapston we support approximately 35 pupils on roll to ensure that we can provide ample opportunities for children who need a nurturing, encouraging and supportive environment, specifically for those who will reintegrate back into a mainstream setting. The school consists of a core team of the Head of School, Deputy Head of School, five teachers, and five support staff. Further support is also provided by regional and national staff, who work with a number of schools across our group. Please Click Here to view Job Description. How to Apply: Ready to be a part of our journey? Submit your application with a brief note about your training philosophy by clicking APPLY. If you have any further queries, then please get in touch with our friendly recruitment team by emailing Let's redefine education together! #JoinOurTeam #EducationRevolution #AlternativeEducation #HeadOfSchoolWanted Diversity and Inclusion Statement: The Progress Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, medical history, skin colour, marital status, genetic information, or parental status. All employment decisions are based on merit, job requirements, and business needs. Safeguarding Statement: We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices. For details of our commitment to safer recruitment please visit our website for further information. Note: We are unable to provide Visa sponsorship for this role. TPBN1_UKTJ

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