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Working in our Children’s Homes means being a part of a young person’s day to day life. This means being there for the highest highs and lowest lows. Our support workers enable our young people to get their childhood back and create pathways to become well rounded adults – an incredibly rewarding role to have. There will be challenges along the way but there will also be the smallest moments which feel like a huge small victory! Our homes accommodate young people with social, emotional and mental health needs, and our aim is to create the best possible outcome for the young people in our care. Our support workers are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. Check out this ___on what life as a Children's Residential Support Worker is like. You’ll take care of our young people day to day, making sure things run smoothly and creating lasting memories. This involves making sure they are up and ready for school, helping with homework, completing paperwork and planning activities. Evenings and weekends are for fun, whether that’s playing on the Xbox, a game of football, having a film day or going go-karting – not a bad way to spend your day at work! Working here is never dull, and the work really matters. It’s about tapping into each young person’s needs, personality and potential - and guiding them toward a positive future. We know you’re going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the care sector. With us, you’ll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you’ll get: * Salary: Base salary of £29,034 - £35,400 * Bonuses: In addition to your base salary you’ll do up to 4 sleep ins per months, these are paid at £80 per sleep (approx. £3,840 per year) and £1,400 Attendance Allowance – assuming good attendance * Training: A full 4-week induction on our Care Academy * Holiday: You’ll work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with 7 weeks’ holiday * Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our team leaders and managers have been promoted from within our group – plus you could join our ‘Aspire’ future managers programme * Flexible benefits package: meaning you can increase/decrease your holiday allowance, pension and life insurance – check out our benefits ___ Flexible benefits package: meaning you can increase/decrease your holiday allowance, pension and life insurance – check out our benefits * Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance * Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts * Meals provided while you’re at work * Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our homes ___ Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our homes * A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Bring your whole-self to work Here at Witherslack Group, we celebrate everyone’s differences as that’s what makes us the best at what we do. Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. You don’t need experience, but there are a few things we’ll be looking for from you: * A ‘can do’ attitude – a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others * We genuinely care about our young people (and each other) so honesty and empathy is a must * The resilience to be able to deal with challenging situations * A full UK driving licence which you’ve held for at least 12 months * If you don’t have a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent), we’ll pay for you to study and support you every step of the way You’ll start life as a RSW by joining our ‘Care Academy’ – 4 weeks of off the job training with experienced WG professionals to help you feel confident and ready to support our young people. At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong. As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we’ll be there every step of the way. By building a diverse and inclusive team, we’re better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click ___. To view our ex-offenders policy please click ___. Children’s Support Worker / Residential Support Worker / Care Worker / Career in Care / Working with Children / SEMH

Want to do the best work of your life? With 24 million customers in 6 countries, make your mark at Europe's leading media and entertainment brand. A workplace where you can proudly be yourself; our people make Sky a truly exciting and inclusive place to work." As a Business Sales Executive, you'll be part of a team that combines professionalism with a fun, supportive atmosphere. We celebrate success, encourage creativity, and foster a culture where everyone feels valued and motivated to achieve their best. You'll drive new business through excellent communication skills, making outbound and receiving inbound calls, with the key focus on converting prospects into high-value sales. Our team thrives on a can-do attitude, working in a target-driven environment while managing sales pipelines effectively through excellent organisational skills. What you'll do: • Sell multiple complex business products (Connectivity, Mobile, Business TV) with a focus on high-value solutions., • Drive top-down selling through strong discovery, relationship building, and value-based conversations to maximise ARPU and profit., • Manage a healthy pipeline by generating and converting leads via outbound and inbound calls, ensuring timely follow-up., • Identify cross-sell opportunities and tailor packages to customer needs through effective questioning and objection handling., • Process contracts compliantly while meeting and exceeding KPIs across sales volume, Conversion %, ARPU, Productivity, Breakage, Quality & Compliance (QA)., • Demonstrate growth culture by leading with persistence, creativity, and commitment to personal development. What you'll bring:, • Proven track record in winning new business and exceeding sales targets in a fast-paced, target-driven environment., • Skilled in selling complex solutions and managing multi-product sales conversations., • Strong communication and negotiation skills, with expertise in objection handling., • Relentless drive to achieve results and overcome challenges in a dynamic and ever-evolving market., • Highly organised with the ability to manage a sales pipeline effectively and prioritise high-value opportunities., • Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new products, systems, and processes in a fast-changing environment. Team overview: Sky Business Communications is the business-to-business division of Sky, providing commercial customers in the UK and Ireland with access to Connectivity, TV and Mobile solutions that support their bespoke business needs. The Sales Contact Centre is a vibrant, high-energy team that prides itself on delivering exceptional service while embracing a culture of growth, collaboration, and innovation. We're restless in our approach to develop for the future and create an environment where people love coming to work. The Rewards: There's a reason people can't stop talking about #LifeAtSky. Our great range of rewards really are something special, here are just a few:Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place • A generous pension package, • Private healthcare, • Discounted mobile and broadband, • Access a wide range of exclusive Sky VIP rewards and experiences How you'll work: We know the world has changed, and we want to offer our employees the chance to collaborate at our unique office spaces, whilst enjoying the convenience of working from home.We've adopted a hybrid working approach to give more flexibility on where and how we work. You'll find out more about what this means for this role during the recruitment process. Your office base: Leeds: Our spacious tech hub is under a mile away from Leeds train station. There's plenty of parking in the surrounding streets and at the nearby CitiPark. You can also blow off steam over a game of pool or table tennis, and stay fit at our subsidised gym. We are a Disability Confident Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all, and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can. We've embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home. You'll find out more about what hybrid working looks like for your role later on in the recruitment process. Why wait? Apply now to build an amazing career and be part of a brilliant team. We can't wait to hear from you. To find out more about working with us, search #LifeAtSky on social media. A job you love to talk about. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.

Approach Social Work (formerly known as the Frontline programme) Looking for a career with purpose and a clear path for development? As a social worker, you’ll work directly with children and families to make sure children are safe, supported and able to thrive. It’s a career that offers stability, progression and the chance to make a lasting difference. On this programme, you’ll be supported from day one and gain the skills, experience and master’s degree to succeed, wherever your career takes you. About the programme Approach Social Work is a fully funded training programme that helps you step into children’s social work with the training, tools and support to make a difference. On the programme, you’ll develop a deep understanding of child-focused practice and how to build relationships that create real change. You’ll also explore anti-discriminatory, anti-oppressive and anti-racist approaches — and earn a master’s degree along the way. What to expect Year one: Begin study for your postgraduate diploma Work with children and families within a local authority, supported by experienced tutors and practice educators Receive a bursary of £18,000 or £20,000 (depending on location) to help with living and travel costs Year two and three: Move into a paid role as a newly qualified social worker (up to £34,000, or more in some London boroughs) Keep working towards your master’s degree Join the Frontline Fellowship, a national community offering career-long support and development The role: You’ll learn how to build relationships, make difficult decisions and advocate for children’s safety and wellbeing. That means: Visiting a child at home or school Supporting a parent through difficult circumstances Working with teachers, health professionals or police Writing reports and helping decide what’s safest for a child It’s a role that takes empathy, resilience and strong judgement, rooted in anti-racist, anti-oppressive and anti-discriminatory practice. Who we’re looking for You don’t need experience in social work, just the right values, resilience and commitment to making a difference. We welcome applicants from all degree backgrounds and are especially keen to hear from those underrepresented in the sector, including men and people from racially diverse communities. Eligibility requirements Have at least a 2.2 (predicted or obtained) in an undergraduate honours degree (or international equivalent) Have obtained GCSE English Language at Grade C/4 or above (or approved equivalent qualification) Possess the right to work and study in the UK (including access to public funds) for the duration of the programme (until September 2029) Be resident in England by the time the programme commences Not be a qualified social worker Real support. Real skills. A career that matters. Apply now Delivered by children’s charity Frontline. Formerly known as the Frontline programme.

Job Description: Multiskilled Engineering Technician 📍 Batley, Kirkless -West Yorkshire 💷 £50,400- £56,700 (including shift allowance, DOE) 🎁 + £2,500 Welcome Bonus, Performance Bonus & Exceptional Benefits 🌟 Why Join Us? We care about the world and your future. Mars offers competitive compensation and benefits along with some great perks, like fun freebies and best-in-class development. As a Mars Associate, you have our ongoing commitment to your growth and development as you work across our world-famous brands. The world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, and we're here to support you every step of the way. 💼 The Role Our Mars Petcare factory have an opportunity to join our dynamic team. Focusing on machine maintenance for specialized equipment, including flow wrapping, pick and place robotics, and secondary and tertiary packaging machinery. Collaborate as part of a four-person team under the guidance of the Engineering Team Leader to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency on our production lines, and take ownership of designated areas, driving continuous improvement (CI) through digitalised analysis at your fingertips. Shift Pattern (12-hour rotation, 7-7): • Week 1: 2 days, 2 nights, 5 off, • Week 2: 2 days, 3 nights, 4 off, • Week 3: 3 days, 2 nights, 5 off ...and then repeat. ⭐ What's in it for you? • Competitive salary £50,400-£56,700 (DOE + shift allowance), • Welcome bonus paid in your first week, • Hot food restaurant on site, • Career growth opportunities with structured development & Mars University, • Private healthcare + equal parental leave, • Onsite gym and nurse/osteopath/podiatrist, • Generous pension (up to 9% contribution), • Life assurance (4x salary), • EV salary sacrifice scheme, • Gym membership & wellbeing support, • Annual leave starting at 24 days, rising to 32 with service, • Free parking on site: ✅ What We're Looking For • Solid foundation in engineering, built through a recognized apprenticeship., • HNC level in an electrical engineering discipline and a sound mechanical aptitude., • Proven working knowledge of 415v distribution, Motor control, PLC software, Process control philosophies, level 2 systems & networks. Experience of pneumatics & hydraulics would be an advantage., • Understanding and knowledge of a broad range of Electromechanical devices., • Reasonable working knowledge of H&S regulations., • Computer literate and comfortable navigating internal software packages such as Atlas PM, SAP and Microsoft packages 🔧 Key Responsibilities • Perform fault diagnosis leading to resolution of random failures on production machinery, identifying the root cause in the repair process., • Determine when and which technical issues are escalated to the days support organisation, • Provide technical experience/expertise/ information to assist others in resolution of equipment issues., • Responsible for the safe and required delivery of all services into and out of the factory during shift (including steam, air, water, gas and electricity)., • Undertake planning of maintenance activities, for both self and others, to achieve smooth transition between maintenance and production availability of equipment., • In conjunction with the area engineer, ensures that the right planned preventative maintenance is completed 🌍 What You Can Expect from Mars • Work alongside 130,000+ Associates worldwide guided by our Five Principles, • Be part of a purpose-driven company shaping "the world we want tomorrow", • Access world-class training & development from day one, • Join a company with an industry-leading salary and benefits package