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Are you looking for an employer who can offer you opportunities for growth and development in your speech and language therapy career- All whilst working within a friendly multidisciplinary team in a rewarding education setting? Do you want to have opportunities to participate in research projects, special interest groups and form part of a wider speech and language therapy network that meets regularly for training & development? Do you want to have flexibility and be able to work creatively to deliver specialist SaLT assessment and intervention fostering independence within an education setting? How about working for an employer who has been awarded a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the 6th year running? Does working 4 days a week with FULL pay sound like a dream?!* It doesn't have to be! Have a better work/life balance and come and work for Outcomes First Group! Job Title: Speech and Language Therapist Location: Waterloo Lodge School – Chorley PR6 7AX Salary: Up to £53,200 FTE DOE Hours: 37.5 hours per week 8.30am - 4.30pm (Part time hours may be considered) Contract: Permanent (Term time only, or flexibility around full-time contract can be discussed based on your personal circumstances) Essential: Full valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle In a world where the demand for clinical support is increasing daily, we understand the importance and value of the work you carry out. Your unique skills and expertise are critical to building better outcomes for our pupils. This is why we aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for each of our sites to provide this vital provision in collaboration with our education teams. Creating an environment where our pupils can truly flourish and grow in independence is key. We understand the value of helping our employees develop in their careers. For clinicians to achieve their Continued Professional Development (CPD) goals we offer a £2000 training allowance, so that you can complete role specific training tailored to your individual requirements once your probation has been completed. About the Group: Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of world-class education. Our schools are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales, with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the children and young people we educate for. Our Acorn schools are there to meet the social and emotional needs of pupils who have faced trauma or adversity, equipping them for life’s important steps. Our Options Autism schools support autistic pupils to value their uniqueness and access the world in their own way. Another division, Momenta Connect, supports young people to overcome barriers and engage with education. While our most recent addition, Blenheim Schools, enables outstanding futures through high-quality independent and international schools. Our Vision Empower every child, whatever their ability, with a world-class education that nurtures potential, inspires lifelong learning, and equips them to thrive in a diverse and evolving world. Our Mission We commit to unlocking our pupils’ potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations. Our Promise • WE LISTEN. We never assume., • WE WORK TOGETHER. To make the remarkable happen. The role: We are looking for a Speech and Language Therapist to join our in-house clinical team at Waterloo Lodge School. Working collaboratively with the education team, you will deliver bespoke Speech and Language Therapy assessment and intervention to pupils who may have experienced developmental trauma, be neurodivergent or have SEMH needs. You will work within the standards provided in the OFG Speech and Language Therapy Ways of Working. This will guide your practice within an education setting and clarify your roles and responsibilities, while taking into account the requirements of your governing and professional bodies. You will be given responsibility for holding a Speech and Language therapy caseload, with the full support of your designated clinical supervisor and site lead, also contributing to staff training and consultation as required This post would suit a resilient, creative and enthusiastic individual. Our Clinical Teams help maintain a person-centred, empowering approach always putting the pupils we support at the forefront of everything they do. All our settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and the pupils we support are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them. We strive for excellence, which is why we are one of the leading service providers in the UK. With this in mind, we are looking for a Speech and Language Therapist who shares our vision to use innovative approaches to enhance the quality of life and outcomes of the pupils we support. Location: Waterloo Lodge School – Chorley – Waterloo Lodge School forms part of our Options Autism brand, and is an independent specialist day school, supporting children and young people aged 10 – 18 For further information regarding this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached. Essential Criteria: • Degree or Masters in Speech and Language Therapyy, • HCPC registered, • Some relevant experience in a previously held job of engaging and working with individuals presenting with complex and diverse communication profiles, • Some knowledge of neurodiversity and trauma informed practice, • Some experience of multi-disciplinary working in a range of settings, • Some experience of communicating with/working with families/relatives and carers, • An interest in developing knowledge and skills in different areas of SaLT practice, • Good relationship building, analytical and judgmental skills, • Good communication skills (oral and written), • Good time management and organisational skills, • Competent in core areas of SaLT practice and clear understanding of RCSLT Communication Standards, • Knowledge of different SaLT assessment tools, types of intervention and knowledge of how to formulate support plans based on needs profile, • Knowledge of legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group, • Ability to work collaboratively as part of the multi-disciplinary team, • Willingness to attend training and working towards further qualifications relevant to the client group supporting, • Some understanding of the other differences, e.g. sensory and motor, which may impact on an individual’s communication strengths, differences, traits, difficulties and needs profile Alongside working with a network of over 350 clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offer an array of flexible benefit options: Benefits Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward and flexible benefits package including: • £2,000 training allowance, • Life Assurance, • Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions, • “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical heath checks, • *You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit, • Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support., • A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits, • 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad, • Cycle to Work Schemes, • Electric Car Purchase Scheme We reserve the right to close vacancies early, please submit your application at the earliest opportunity. 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. Job Ref: 298733 #speechltherapy #speechandlanguagetherapy #CareersinEducation#SpecialEducation#CareersinCare #CareersinSpecialEducation #Therapists

Job Title: Lead Mechanical Fitter / Engineer - Large Commercial Building Location: Blackburn Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time (40 hours per week) Salary & Benefits: Competitive salary + package including 24 days annual leave (25 after 1 year) + public holidays, life cover 1. Job Purpose: Th

OTE £55,000+) + benefits What’s on Offer: Overtime paid at time and a half or double time after 12pm Saturdays 25 days annual leave + 8 days bank holiday High rate pension contributions Medical and dental family health plan Wellbeing App offering discounts and vouchers Company bonuses

Position: Funeral Director Location: Talbot Funeral Directors, Blackburn Job Type: 38.33 Hours per week. Salary: £29,644 per annum We're looking for an experienced and compassionate individual to join our team as a Funeral Director at our Talbot Funeral Directors. You'll oversee funeral operations and ensure every service is delivered to the highest standard, while supporting families through one of life's most challenging moments. As a representative of both the local brand and the wider Dignity Group, you'll also play an essential role in engaging with the local community and building trusted relationships. Why This Role Matters... This role requires expert knowledge of funeral processes, care of the deceased, and legal and regulatory requirements, as well as a deep respect for individuals' cultural and religious beliefs. You'll coordinate teams with care, take accountability for delivering services to the highest standard, and lead by example every day. Your Impact and Responsibilities... As a Funeral Director, you are a calm, confident presence at the heart of our funeral care. You'll support families through one of the most emotional experiences of their lives, helping them feel informed, respected, and cared for. From the first meeting to the day of the funeral and beyond, you'll guide them through their options with clarity and compassion, supporting aftercare, ashes, memorialisation and funeral plans. As a Funeral Director, you will: Lead funeral services with professionalism and attention to detail Run pre-funeral briefings to ensure everything is clearly understood and well-coordinated Offer a consultative approach - helping families explore available options and understand what's possible Collaborate with arrangers, specialists, FDs and care teams Support the team in managing the diary, resources and records Assist with coffin preparation, handling of the deceased, and chapel duties where required Provide leadership and mentoring to less experienced team members, sharing learning, and taking part in training and development Support with local community engagement and promotion of the brand you represent - build relationships with care homes, celebrants and local religious and ethnic groups. Act as a liaison with service and client delivery to ensure seamless scheduling and service coordination. Skills and Knowledge... We're looking for someone with/is: Previous experience leading funerals, working with the deceased and supporting families In-depth knowledge of funeral processes, legal and regulatory requirements Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills Calm under pressure with a respectful, compassionate approach to service Physically capable of manual handling tasks, including coffin bearing Able to work flexibly, including weekends and on-call A Full UK Driving Licence (essential) What We Offer... Professional development: A comprehensive induction plan and the opportunity to complete in-house development programmes to set you up for success or to pursue a qualification through our apprenticeship programme. Bonus Potential: Unlock the possibility of earning additional bonuses, rewarding your hard work and achievements. Life Assurance Cover: Enjoy peace of mind with our life assurance cover, securing your family's future. Health & Wellbeing Programme: Benefit from an employee assistance programme that supports your health and wellbeing. Holiday Allowance: Start with a generous leave entitlement of 30-33 days per year, inclusive of Bank Holidays. Pension Scheme: Plan for the future with our contributory pension scheme, helping you save for a secure retirement. What are the next steps? If this sounds like the next step in your career and you're ready to support families and lead with professionalism, hit the 'apply' button. A member of our Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch to guide you through the next steps. About Us We are Dignity, one of the UK's oldest and most trusted funeral providers, with over 200 years of history, 570 branches, and 46 crematoria across the country. From launching the UK's first funeral plan to helping shape modern regulation, we have led the way in supporting families with care, compassion, and professionalism. We are now building the UK's leading end-of-life company. As part of the Dignity Group, we also operate Farewill, the country's most prominent will writer and one of the UK's top probate providers, giving families support not just at the funeral, but before and after as well. Today, we are over 4,000 people across the UK, all driven by the same goal: to care for families with compassion and make the UK a world leader in end-of-life care. Here to help, whenever you need. FCA Statement The FCA regulates us so that some roles may be subject to background checks. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement We know that diverse teams make better decisions, build better products, and create a more inclusive and better place to work. Whoever you are, wherever you're from, and whatever your life looks like, we'd love to hear from you. And if there's anything you need to make the process more accessible, please let us know. Any unsolicited submissions from agencies will be accepted as a direct application from the candidate, and no fees will be payable. We reserve the right, depending on the number of applications received, to close or extend the closing dates for positions; therefore, we recommend submitting your application early. TPBN1_UKTJ

Participation Officer - Part Time - 25 Hours Per Week Salary: £16,164.32 per Annum (with the full time equivalent being £22,630.06 per annum) Benefits: 30 days' Annual Leave, rising to 35 day's with length of service, + Bank Holidays, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan Location: Office Based (to be based at either Blackburn or Oldbury office) with flexibility to work from home - Covering the West Midlands and the North West Region. (There may be the occasional need to assist our Foster Parents in Yorkshire) ABOUT US We're a high-quality fostering organisation, recognised as 'Outstanding' by OFSTED, and one of the UK's only independent fostering agencies specialising in cultural and faith-based fostering placements. That's what we set out to do in 2012, and we're still doing it today. Our focus is on helping children and young people with specific religious or cultural needs find foster parents who share their values and identity and can provide a safe and loving home. As such we provide a specialist service and in our most recent inspection in 2024, OFSTED rated us as 'Outstanding' in every area of our work Our head office is in the West Midlands, but as out reputation and services have grown, so has our presence across the UK. We now have an office in Blackburn and also cover the East Midlands and Yorkshire. We are fortunate to have Kulvinder Kaur Sahota as our manager in process of registration and are a close, supportive staff team. Role responsibilities Promote initiatives and engage our young people in year 10 and above to undertake the many life skill opportunities on offer to them Provide Direct 1-1 support for children and young people Arranging activities, days out and workshops for our children and birth children Forge close and productive working relationships with colleagues, Foster Parents, external professionals and multi-agency networks Attendance at meetings with professionals from Education, Health and Social Services sectors to support our Children and Young People's care plans Maintain clear records Be aware of, and take responsibility for staying up to date with professional practice standards, legislation and company policy including confidentiality, GDPR, safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion Support ACS staff with placements/education inputting key data information. About You A passion for and experience of supporting children and young people to reach their full potential An understanding of the challenges faced by the children and young people in our care Ability to work and travel across the West Midlands and other regions Desire to implement and drive new ideas and initiatives that will support and compliment the services that we offer Have professional childcare experience, preferably with Fostering or Fostering sector experience or the ability to demonstrate Fostering knowledge and interest Ideally possess a relevant qualification or evidence of formal training in childcare, childhood studies, education, social work, youth work, community work and/or psychology Can demonstrate previous experience of building strong rapports with adults and children with an array of different needs and expectations Able to remain calm when under pressure and when dealing with difficult or confrontational behaviour Intermediate IT skills to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and databases Have a full driving licence We are a family of independent fostering agencies, all with our own individual areas of expertise, but with one shared vision. We want to give children across the country who have had a difficult start in life, the support they need to build themselves a stronger and happier future. For our Foster Parents, we provide a close network of support that becomes like a second family. For more information about this post please contact Kulvinder Kaur Sahota, Manager in Process of Registration on 07970 081 374 To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies please. Active Care Solutions is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. TPBN1_UKTJ

A leading mental health service provider in Blackburn is seeking a Specialty Doctor to deliver high-quality treatment under the guidance of a Consultant Psychiatrist.This full-time role offers competitive salary along with professional development opportunities and robust benefits, including study l

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A renowned fire consultancy is seeking a Senior Fire Engineer to join their team across various UK locations.The role involves leading the delivery of fire engineering design, developing fire strategies, and managing client relationships.Candidates should possess an MSc in Fire Engineering and relev

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