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Woodeaton Manor School is a Foundation Special School located four miles to the Northeast the city of Oxford. The school serves young people aged 7 to 18 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health Difficulties (SEMH) and where many also have a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Main Purpose: The Deputy Headteacher will support the Headteacher to create a culture of constant improvement through inspirational leadership, being committed to the highest achievement for all areas of the school, to provide an outstanding education for all pupils. With excellent leadership skills and adopting a hands-on approach, the Deputy Headteacher will support the Headteacher in managing the day-to-day operations of the school and have a strong track record of working within specialist schools, improving teaching and learning and curriculum development. The duties outlined, in line with Headteacher and Teacher standards, are in addition to the ones stated in the last School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document that you will automatically be required to meet. The Deputy Headteacher may also be required to undertake professional duties delegated by the Headteacher. Key Responsibilities To ensure a high-quality service is provided to meet the educational and support needs of our students. To support the Headteacher to: · Provide professional leadership to secure sustained improvements in school’s performance in partnership with staff, pupils, parents, governors, the local authority and the community · Provide an environment for teaching and learning that empowers pupils and staff to achieve their fullest potential · Undertake any professional duty of the Headteacher which may be delegated in accordance with the pay and conditions document · Deputise for the Headteacher and undertake, in their absence, all professional duties Leadership and Managing Staff The Deputy Headteacher will support the Headteacher to work with the Interim Executive Board (IEB) to develop the strategic view of the school and analyse and plan for its future needs and future developments. The Post holder will: · Deputise and undertake overall responsibility for the school in the absence of the Headteacher and on any other occasions which are deemed necessary · Create and develop an ethos and culture in which all staff recognize that they contribute to and are accountable for the success of the school, including improving the quality of education provided, and standards achieved and ensuring that constructive working relationships are formed and maintained · Share with the Leadership Team the responsibility for supporting and promoting the wellbeing of all staff · Plan, allocate, support and evaluate work undertaken by individuals, groups, and teams, ensuring that there is clear delegation of tasks and devolution of responsibilities · Manage and monitor the use of staff and resources effectively and efficiently, taking the lead on arranging and managing staff cover and working with relevant agencies · Assist the Headteacher in monitoring and supporting the work of the staff team to identify individual and whole school staff training needs and requirements · Ensure the sharing of expertise as well as the implementation of statutory and local frameworks for staff appraisal and performance management · Motivate and enable teachers, including senior and middle leaders and support staff, to develop expertise in their respective roles through high quality continuing professional development · Work with the Headteacher to ensure strong succession planning, including a commitment to growing future leaders · Sustain motivation of self and other staff · Ensure that professional duties are fulfilled, as specified in the most recent Conditions of Service for School Teachers, in line with the Teachers’ Standards (2011) Strategic Direction · Work closely with the Headteacher in developing the school’s strategic vision and ensure the school’s vision is communicated and clarified to all stakeholders · Contribute to the school Development Pan and Self-Evaluation Form to ensure that the aims, values, and objectives of the school are met · Ability to support and challenge staff effectively · Work with staff, parents and governors to ensure effective, sustainable school improvement and efficient management of school resources · Hold and articulate clear values and moral purpose focused on providing high quality education for all pupils · Contribute to planning for the school’s future needs and further develop and monitor the plans already in place · Provide information, objective advice and support to the Headteacher to secure effective teaching and learning, ensuring improved standards of achievement, efficiency and value for money are met · Work closely with the Headteacher and governors in strategic planning, budget preparation and monitoring and effective budget management · Monitor, evaluate and review the impact of school policies, priorities and targets, taking or advising action where necessary · Ensure that parents/carers re well-informed about the curriculum, their child’s attainment and progress and about the contributions they can make to support their child’s progress · Meet with the Headteacher and the leadership team regularly to discuss matters of policy, organization and development Teaching and Learning · Take a whole school responsibility for developing and promoting teaching for pupils with specific SEND, in particular SEMH and ASC · Coach teachers across the school to improve their practice · Promote, develop and ensure high-quality delivery of a curriculum appropriate to the needs of the school’s pupils · Determine, organise and implement assessment monitoring and evaluation to identify and act on areas for improvement · Work with the Headteacher to analyse the school’s assessment data to make whole school improvements to teaching and learning and ensure consistent practice across the school and identify areas of CPD · Work with the Headteacher to create and maintain environments which promote and secure good teaching, effective learning, high standards of achievement and good behaviour for learning throughout the school · Undertake teaching duties to cover teachers where necessary and modelling effective teaching, good classroom organization and display and high standards of achievement Community · Be the Designated Safeguarding Lead and keep up to date with relevant legislation and guidance and monitor and advise the Headteacher on issues relating to pupil safeguarding and wellbeing following the child protection procedures adopted by the school · Lead and take responsibility for Safeguarding and child protection procedures, training and referral processes, working I close partnerships with parents, multi-agencies and staff to ensure the safety of all pupils is paramount · Liaise with other schools to create, promote, evaluate and develop positive relationships between schools · To be attuned to national developments, best practices and innovation in the field of SEN · Develop links and partnerships with other local special and mainstream schools to enhance and share good practice and foster school-to-school support networks · Work with the Leadership Team to develop a school culture which continues to promote equality and diversity and reflects its wider community · Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary team and other health professionals to maximise their input and impact on pupils and keep them safe · Collaborate with other agencies to promote the academic, spiritual, moral, social, emotional, and cultural well-being of pupils and their families · Work in partnership with the governing body and attend meetings to represent the school as directed by the Headteacher Other Duties · The post holder may be required to perform duties other than those given in the job description · The duties and responsibilities attached to posts may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the duties or the level of responsibility entailed. Such variations are a common occurrence and would not themselves justify the re-evaluation of a post · In consultation with the post holder, the Headteacher and governing body retain the right to implement changes to this job description to reflect changes in the demands of the post

Aqua Restaurant Group is home to a unique collection of restaurants and bars in vibrant cities like London, Hong Kong, New York, Miami, and Dubai. At Aqua, we offer passionate culinary and hospitality professionals the chance to grow their careers and explore new opportunities. As our Waiter, you will welcome guests with a smile and a warm greeting, share your knowledge about our menu to help them make the best choices for their stay with us. Where are we located? We are London’s first Italian dining bakery, sharing the same heritage as the grand cafes of Milan, that brings the best of Italy from breakfast through dinner. Located on Long Acre in The Yards, we’re just a two minute walk from Covent Garden Station or two minutes from Leicester Square station. What we bring to the table: - Dine with us: Enjoy discounts at all Aqua venues - Celebrate YOU: Take your birthday off and earn additional long service leave - Grow with us: Ongoing training and development to support both your professional and personal development - Financial well-being: Manage your pay with ease through Wagestream & enhance your financial knowledge - Breaks: Food provided during your breaks - Restaurant perk - Work out: Discounted gym membership - Lunch & Learn: Head Office perk - Share the Talent: Bring a friend on board and get £500 Your day at Aqua: - Memorable dining experiences: Ensure every guest feels valued by being attentive - Team collaboration: Accurately take orders and communicate them clearly to our kitchen and bar teams You will be paid £12.21 per hour. In addition, you can be a part of the venue’s Tronc system, which may give you up to £3.20 extra per hour each month. The Tronc system is managed by the Tronc Master. Where there is water, there is life & where there is life, you will find us! Dive into a world of culinary innovation and memorable dining experiences, where your love for food and hospitality can shine. All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Aqua Restaurant Group welcomes individuals from all backgrounds and is committed to creating an inclusive work environment. If you require reasonable adjustments to make your experience more accessible, please let us know. Apply today as a Waiter and be part of Aqua’s global culinary adventure!

We are looking for a talented CDP / Junior Sous Chef with at least 2 years experience in that role to join our client's team at a high-end fine dining venue in Croydon. Single room accommodation provided. Key Responsibilities: Assist the Head Chef in managing the kitchen and delivering exceptional culinary experiences. Prepare fresh, high-quality dishes from scratch, including pasta, and other fine dining offerings. Ensure consistency, quality, and presentation of all meals. Supervise and mentor junior kitchen staff, maintaining a positive and productive work environment. Manage inventory, stock control, and kitchen operations efficiently. Uphold strict hygiene and food safety standards. What We Offer: The opportunity to work in a fine dining environment. A supportive and collaborative team atmosphere. Scope for creativity and professional growth. Requirements: Proven experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar senior kitchen role. Strong skills in cooking fresh meals from scratch. Excellent leadership and organizational abilities. A passion for food, innovation, and delivering exceptional dining experiences. Relevant culinary qualifications are preferred but not essential.

Aqua Restaurant Group is home to a unique collection of restaurants and bars in vibrant cities like London, Hong Kong, New York, Miami, and Dubai. At Aqua, we offer passionate culinary and hospitality professionals the chance to grow their careers and explore new opportunities. As our Chef de Partie, you will oversee a delegated section of the kitchen and coordinate junior members of the team to deliver quality service. What we bring to the table: - Dine with us: Enjoy discounts at all Aqua venues - Celebrate YOU: Take your birthday off and earn additional long service leave - Grow with us: Ongoing training and development to support both your professional and personal development - Financial well-being: Manage your pay with ease through Wagestream & enhance your financial knowledge - Breaks: Food provided during your breaks - Restaurant perk - Work out: Discounted gym membership - Lunch & Learn: Head Office perk - Share the Talent: Bring a friend on board and get £500 Your day at Aqua: - Team Spirit: Support and help team members by mentoring junior positions and training new members of the team. Your collaborative spirit will boost your colleague's confidence, develop their skills, and thus ensure high standards of service are met - Craft Recipes for Success: Prepare and present high-quality dishes within your designated section, ensuring consistency and excellence in every plate You will be paid £12.21 per hour. In addition, you can be a part of the venue’s Tronc system, which may give you up to £3.60 extra per hour each month. The Tronc system is managed by the Tronc Master. Where there is water, there is life & where there is life, you will find us! Dive into a world of culinary innovation and memorable dining experiences, where your love for food and hospitality can shine. All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Aqua Restaurant Group welcomes individuals from all backgrounds and is committed to creating an inclusive work environment. If you require reasonable adjustments to make your experience more accessible, please let us know. Apply today as a Chef de Partie and be part of Aqua’s global culinary adventure!

Job Title: Branch Manager About the brand: At Mammy Pancake, we believe that the best egg puffs should be available everywhere. With shops currently across Hong Kong and Taiwan, we are proud to announce the opening of our first UK store! Join Mammy Pancake, a brand originating from Hong Kong committed to popularising traditional egg puffs. Collaborating with both local and global partners, we meticulously select premium ingredients to craft innovative renditions of this beloved Hong Kong delicacy. About the job: As the Branch Manager, you will play a pivotal role in launching and leading our first UK store. You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the store’s operations, ensuring a seamless experience for both customers and staff. Your leadership will be essential in upholding Mammy Pancake’s high standards of quality, service, and efficiency. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the success of our brand in a new market and to be a key part of our expansion journey. Role and Responsibilities: - Oversee day-to-day operations of the store, ensuring the smooth functioning of all aspects, including the kitchen, dining area, and customer service. - Staff Supervision: Recruit, train, and supervise restaurant staff to deliver excellent customer service and maintain high standards of cleanliness and efficiency. - Financial Management: Prepare and manage budgets, analyse financial reports, and implement cost-control measures to optimise profitability. - Promotions and Marketing: Work with the marketing team to develop and implement promotional strategies to attract new customers and retain existing ones. - Monitor inventory levels, place orders for supplies, and manage inventory to minimise waste - Ensure that every guest receives prompt and friendly service, addressing any customer concerns or complaints in a professional manner. - Maintain high standards of food quality and presentation, adhering to health and safety regulations at all times. - Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures, as well as local health and safety regulations. Requirements: - Must be authorised to work in the UK - 2+ years of experience in a supervisory or managerial role in the food service industry preferred. - Strong leadership qualities with the ability to motivate and inspire a small team. - Passion for providing exceptional customer service and creating a positive dining experience. - Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively. - Resourceful and proactive in resolving issues and finding solutions. - Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, as required by the demands of the business. If you are a motivated individual with a passion for the food service industry and a commitment to excellence, we would love to hear from you. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of Mammy Pancake’s expansion into the UK market and to lead a team dedicated to delivering high-quality food and exceptional customer service. Apply now to join us on this delicious journey!

We're hiring for a Senior Software Engineer within our fundamental modelling team. The primary goal of this team is to improve the predictive power of our models based on historical event data. The quality of our models is incredibly important to us and improvements on our models directly impact financial performance. You'll be working closely with researchers, helping maintain trading infrastructure, and helping the team scale and improve the systems at the heart of the business. You'll be working on data pipelines, build, support systems and infrastructure. A very wide ranging role requiring extensive experience across multiple technologies. The ideal candidate will be highly creative and enjoy generating new, innovative ways to tackle problems and suggesting improvements to existing methodologies; you'll have a high level of autonomy to design and implement tooling and systems in a way you feel would be best suited to the problem at hand. A strong knowledge of operating systems, networks, software architecture and practical experience in deploying that knowledge is essential. We are a hybrid working company, with staff coming into the office in London every Thursday, plus any other days they like, working remotely at home the rest of the time. Our typical working hours are 10 am to 6 pm UK time, Monday to Friday, but we support flexible working and trust our team to manage their own schedules to meet their goals. We're targeting Senior Developers for this role, ideally with several years of experience in mission-critical systems where precision, reliability, and fault tolerance are paramount. Our interview process is as follows: - A brief screening call to give you some more information about the role, answer any of your initial questions and to check your suitability for the role. - A 60 minute technical interview with our CTO and/or Team Lead, discussing your previous experience and also discussing some systems design challenges and how you'd approach them - A collaborative coding assessment day, working with one of our team on some sample problems. This isn't leetcode, it's more about systems design and your approach to tradeoffs. This will last from 10am until 4pm UK time. - An in person "meet the team" at our London office. Requirements At least one, ideally both of: - A degree in a technical subject from a top university demonstrating your ability to grasp and apply complex concepts. - Several years of senior-level experience in teams building mission-critical systems where precision and reliability are essential to success. Demonstrated professional expertise in the following areas: - Fluency in multiple programming languages, with substantial experience in Python as a priority. - Development and maintenance of Continuous Integration (CI) pipelines. - Complex deployments on AWS - Docker or comparable containerization technologies. Nice to have experience: - Experience using numpy/pandas/torch/etc - Experience with Golang Benefits Our salary range for the role is £40,000 to £80,000, depending on experience and interview performance. List of benefits: - Participation in the uncapped company bonus scheme, typically 10-20% of salary depending on experience. - 10% matched pension contributions - Private healthcare insurance - Long term illness insurance - Gym membership - Choose your own hardware & setup for your development environment.

MOTIF Overview: MOTIF Inc is a global marketing agency specializing in Marketing, Design, and Media services. We help brands around the world connect with their audiences through compelling storytelling, innovative design, and data-driven marketing solutions. Our team of industry experts delivers tailored content and campaigns that drive growth, build brand equity, and create meaningful engagement across digital and traditional platforms. Whether launching new products, rebranding, or scaling global reach, we partner with clients to turn creative ideas into powerful results. What You Will Do: We are looking for a results-driven Marketing & Sales Intern to work with the CEO on planning and execution of marketing strategies while actively identifying and driving sales opportunities. The hybrid role combines creativity with commercial acumen, making it ideal for someone who enjoys both strategy and getting hands-on with closing deals. · Sales Execution: Generate and qualify leads through digital platforms and email marketing, alongside supporting sales presentations and proposals. · Client Relationship Management: Maintain the CRM system, ensuring timely tracking and communication with clients, prospects and leads. · Collaboration with Content: Work with media and content teams to support idea generation, develop promotional/sales materials to improve sales outreach and conversion · Reporting & Analytics: Monitor campaign and sales performance in coordination with the CEO and Marketing Lead, sharing insights and opportunities with the team · Support Revenue Growth: Identify and close sales opportunities with the CEO, whilst continuing to nurture client relationships. What You Will Bring: · Positive and proactive mindset, with prior sales experience · Understanding of marketing strategies and funnels · Excellent written and verbal communicational skills · Ability to solution and problem-solve What You Will Receive: · Experience of working at a growing full-service Marketing Agency · Ability to work remotely and directly with the client · Paid lunch and travel allowances · Commission on new client wins Employment Term: 6 months initially, with scope to go full-time

WRITE YOUR NEXT CHAPTER AT WAXY O’CONNOR’S IN LONDON’S WEST END London’s biggest and best Irish bar sells more Guinness at any other in the UK. The team here serve up a warm welcome with a distinct Irish accent. So, the vibe is laid back – except when we’re watching the big games in Rugby, Hurling and Gaelic Football or hosting a traditional music session. Our team are enthusiastic about sharing their love of all things Irish and building on our reputation for warm hospitality and traditional, wholesome food. If you share our passion and are up for the craic, you’ll be made most welcome too. ABOUT THE ROLE As Sous Chef you’ll work closely with the Head Chef to design and deliver menus that meet both customer satisfaction and our bottom line. This will include placing orders, helping to minimise wastage and serving up consistently high-quality dishes. You’ll also help to recruit, train and develop the kitchen team, ensuring skills are up to date and opportunities for development are taken advantage of. WE ARE PROUD TO OFFER: - Some of the best Career Growth Opportunities in the industry. - Flexible Shift Patterns – to fit around the other important things in life. - A Competitive and Progressive salary - A monthly variable share of the venue service charge, paid through a Tronc scheme in line with the Tipping Act 2023. 100% of our Service Charge goes to our employees and is distributed in its entirety on a monthly basis. The lower figure is the hourly salary and the higher figure is the average hourly income across a year including tronc distribution for the role advertised. - Wage Stream – giving you direct access to your wages when you need them. - Private Medical Cover on completion of one year’s service. - Access to Professional Mental Health Resources and an Employee Assistance Programme on completion of one year's service. - 28 days paid Holiday per annum, inclusive of Bank Holidays. - 25% Discount at all Glendola Leisure Venues. - Annual Staff Events - Opportunities to innovate and contribute to the growth of your business GLENDOLA LEISURE GROUP - A LEADING FAMILY-OWNED PRIVATE HOSPITALITY COMPANY Glendola Leisure operates many different bars, pubs and restaurants across the UK in London, Glasgow, Belfast & Edinburgh. In your City, you will be part of a small team supported by our wider group and open to all the opportunities that come with that. What we all share as part of the Glendola Family is a passion for our customers, being experts in our products, providing exceptional service and a commitment to being better every day. If you can offer friendliness, a ‘can-do’ attitude and willingness to become an expert in your products and want a role that is as individual are you are then you’re the one for us. It is time you stopped going to work and started coming to life. Are you ready to be part of one of the hospitality industry’s biggest success stories? – It’s time to apply.

Looking for a passionate, creative, and experienced Head Chef to lead our kitchen and bring bold, vibrant flavours to life. This is a fantastic opportunity to take charge of a dynamic kitchen team, and make your mark in a fast-paced, high-quality dining environment. What You’ll Do: • Lead and manage the kitchen team to deliver outstanding food and service. • Oversee daily kitchen operations, including food prep, service, hygiene, and stock control. • Maintain the highest standards of food hygiene and health & safety. • Recruit, train, and develop kitchen staff to ensure consistency and excellence. What We’re Looking For: • Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced restaurant. • A genuine passion for food, creativity, and excellence in presentation. • Strong leadership and team management skills. • Deep understanding of kitchen financials, including food cost and labour control. • High standards of cleanliness, organisation, and efficiency. What We Offer: • Competitive salary . • A supportive team culture that values growth and innovation. • Staff meals & staff discounts. • Opportunities for career progression.