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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 ___ * 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 ___ * 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

Hybrid Work Pattern - Preferred minimum 3 days in our Leamington Spa studio is expected every week About the job At Soul Assembly, we're not just building games; we're crafting immersive worlds that redefine XR entertainment. From our vibrant studios in the heart of Leamington Spa, this multi-award-winning developer has launched some of the most celebrated and downloaded titles in the XR landscape. With a growing team of innovators, we're accelerating into the future of Mixed Reality, the metaverse, and beyond. We're seeking a strategic and driven Publishing Manager to take ownership of the overall publishing and live operations for Soul Assembly's portfolio. In this role, you will be the bridge between our creative development teams and the global market, ensuring our games reach their full potential and resonate with players worldwide. The Role Reporting directly to the CEO, you will work closely with the Head of Studio and the management team to define and execute the publishing roadmap for all Soul Assembly titles. You will be responsible for the entire product lifecycle—from pre-launch marketing strategies to long-term live operations management. This is a multi-faceted role that requires a balance of creative marketing, meticulous planning, and rigorous data analysis. You will be the primary voice for publishing within the development process, representing market trends and player needs to ensure our games are commercially successful and player-focused. Key Responsibilities Your expertise will drive the commercial heartbeat of the studio—here’s a snapshot of your core contributions: • Marketing & Communications: Lead all pre-launch and live marketing support, including content creation, social media, public relations, and budget ownership., • Strategic Planning: Develop and execute comprehensive publishing and marketing plans to maximize the success of every title., • First-Party Relations: Engage with key partners and first parties to secure product support and manage the full asset approval process., • Store & Lifecycle Management: Oversee first-party store presence, including pricing strategies, sales events, and product lifecycle transitions., • Live Operations & Analysis: Own performance reporting and live service analysis, providing actionable insights to the development teams., • Market Intelligence: Conduct market research and sales forecasting in collaboration with Finance and Product Directors to guide studio strategy., • Player Advocacy: Manage the customer service function and translate player feedback and bug reports into meaningful data for the dev team. What We're Looking For The ideal candidate blends a deep understanding of the video game market with the analytical skills needed to navigate live operations. Essential experience includes: • 3+ years of experience in the video game industry (or a relatable field), with a specific focus on publishing or live operations., • Degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field or Equivalent work place experience of a similar role., • Strong market knowledge: A deep understanding of current video game market trends and player behaviours., • Analytical Prowess: Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to interpret complex data into clear reports., • Communication Skills: Exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities, with the capacity to work both independently and as a core team member., • Technical Proficiency: Professional experience with the Microsoft Office Suite. Desirable skills to shine: • Experience working with major platforms such as Meta, Apple, Google, or Steam., • A genuine interest in XR gaming, future tech, and the broader video game industry. Why Soul Assembly? Step into a studio that's scaling fast and fostering a genuinely supportive vibe where creativity and technical prowess go hand in hand. As part of our growing family, you'll enjoy: • A relaxed, progressive environment with 25 days' annual leave (plus the option to buy 3 more)., • Enhanced pension, sick pay, family leave, private medical insurance, and life assurance., • Perks like holiday buy schemes, length-of-service rewards, and regular fun—think pub nights, cinema outings, and team-building adventures., • The chance to shape our culture, processes, and even our games, with your ideas welcomed at every level., • Competitive salary tailored to your expertise, plus ongoing opportunities to grow as we expand our XR portfolio. We're committed to an inclusive workplace where diverse backgrounds fuel our success. Soul Assembly is an equal opportunities employer—we celebrate differences and support adjustments for applications. No agencies, please.

Based in the heart of Leamington Spa, Pixel Toys have spent over a decade pushing the capabilities of mobile gaming. We have developed multiple award-winning titles, including: Warhammer 40,000: Freeblade, Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Realm War; and we’re now excited to be exclusively working on a new game, unlike ANYTHING we’ve done previously! As a forward thinking and innovative studio we are always looking for new technologies and techniques to develop and use in our games and make them even more engaging experiences for our customers. We are excited to continue to grow our team and are always on the lookout for highly talented and motivated individuals, who are passionate about gaming and excited to join us on our ambitious journey! The Role: Join us at Pixel Toys as a Lead Technical Artist and bridge between imagination and implementation, managing and mentoring a talented team of technical artists to establish best-in-class processes across the entire studio. Working closely with our art and code departments, you will design and execute sophisticated technical approaches that deliver on the creative vision while staying firmly within budget. By proactively identifying new technologies and industry developments, you will ensure our studio remains at the cutting edge, utilising the latest techniques to produce high-fidelity, performance-friendly assets. Your day-to-day will involve monitoring technical pipelines from initial specification through to final in-game implementation, ensuring every asset fits within memory budgets and performance guidelines. You will support Art, Engineering, and Design teams by resolving complex technical bottlenecks and creating detailed, accessible documentation for toolsets and workflows that the whole team can rely on. Beyond the technical, you will drive and refine best practices across disciplines, ensuring our standards are regularly reviewed for maximum efficiency and quality. As a leader, you will break down high-level project briefings into actionable tasks, maintaining clear tracking lists for yourself and your team to keep development on rails. You will set a high bar for professional conduct, serving as an example for both internal staff and external partners through your work ethic and communication. About you: Joining us as a seasoned leader you will have navigated the full development cycle, having shipped at least one title in a Lead Technical Artist or equivalent role. Your deep technical fluency in Unity allows you to move seamlessly between art and engineering, while your experience in shader creation and HLSL gives you the power to push visual boundaries. You will also bring a versatile toolkit to the table, featuring exposure to C#, Python, and Mel, which you use to build tools and streamline workflows that make life easier for everyone on the team. Leadership is second nature to you, taking genuine pride in mentoring others and fostering a collaborative environment. As a creative problem solver you possess the rare ability to look at a complex technical bottleneck and find an elegant, innovative way through it. Above all, you are fueled by a relentless passion for games and a drive to create stunning game visuals that set new standards for the industry. What can Pixel Toys offer? At Pixel Toys we are proud of the progressive, inclusive, and collaborative working environment we have created; a place where everyone has the opportunity to be themselves and is welcomed and valued for who they are and what they contribute. We have some fantastic benefits we offer our employees… Here are just some of them: • Competitive salary, reviewed annually, • 25 days annual leave, excluding bank holidays, • Discretionary Bonus Scheme, • Up to 3 additional long service days (duvet days!), • Private Medical Insurance (including optical and dental), • Company Pension scheme, • Death in Service benefit, • Regular socials including epic summer and Christmas parties!, • Staff training and development, • Quarterly Wellness days (On-site massages and more), • Flexi-time working hours

A leading game development studio in Royal Leamington Spa is seeking an IT Support Engineer for a full-time contract position.

A game development studio is seeking a Data Analyst to design and validate game telemetry, analyze player data, and build visualizations.Applicants should have expertise in SQL and data visualization tools like Power BI or Tableau.Strong communication skills are essential.The role supports remote wo

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Our client is currently recruiting for a Business Development Manager to manage/develop accounts within Birmingham and Manchester. The Business Development will be tasked with developing new business and working with existing accounts within the set region. Business Development Manager Job Overview.

A vibrant game development studio in the UK is seeking a Head of Game Development to lead and inspire its game development team. This senior role entails owning the game development strategy, fostering collaboration across teams, and overseeing the delivery of new titles. Ideal candidates will have

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A leading game development studio in England is seeking a Python Tools Programmer for a 6-month fixed term contract starting March 6th, 2026. Your role will involve developing and maintaining tools for content creators, collaborating with game teams to enhance workflows.

A dynamic game development studio is seeking an experienced Head of Game Development to lead and inspire the game development function in a remote/hybrid position within the UK. Candidates should have significant experience in game development and expertise in Object-Oriented JavaScript/TypeScript.

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A leading immersive entertainment company in Greater London is seeking a Head of Game Development to oversee and enhance game experiences. Responsibilities include managing game development timelines, ensuring technical standards, and leading teams towards innovation.

Field Sales Executive require for a manufacturer of mechanical and electrical products based in the Watford area.The successful candidate will be building new business and maintaining relationships within mechanical and electrical engineering parts.You will working closely with 1 other sales executi

The Senior Game Development Engineer, Automation Systems is responsible for improving and sustaining the overall health, reliability, and scalability of the game's development process. Solid background in 3D math and gameplay programming and game development concepts. This role bridges gameplay engi