Literacy jobs in London

Brew’s is a new coffee shop and bar located on Camden High Street and is in partnership with Camden Open Air Gallery. COAG is a platform champion budding artists, musicians, creatives, and entrepreneurs, crafting a dynamic and singular hub which focuses on propelling the careers of what we foresee as the next wave of high street innovators whilst shining a spotlight back on Camden. We want to make Camden epicentre for the next generation of creatives and out of the box thinkers to home their skills and launch their careers. At the heart of this is a focus on Community, A coffee shop can be the cornerstone of a community where you run into people, where you can come and relax and that’s what BREW’S is here to do for Camden high street. Job Overview: As the Coffee Residency Manager, you will oversee the daily operations from making the coffee through to the marketing and tik Tok pages. This role requires a dynamic leader who can manage coffee service excellence while integrating smoothly with gallery events and exhibitions. You will ensure operational efficiency, exceptional customer service, and align coffee operations with our artistic and cultural events. Key Responsibilities: Operations and Coffee Management: Manage daily operations ensuring integration with gallery activities. Supervise all aspects of coffee preparation and service, ensuring compliance with health standards. Develop and maintain systems for inventory and supply chain management. Staff Management: Coordinate staff scheduling, training, and manage all HR related activities. Build a team culture that supports BREW’s ethos and customer service standards. Financial Management: Oversee financial transactions and maintain accurate records. Prepare financial reports and analyses for internal use and compliance. Marketing and Customer Engagement: Develop and execute marketing strategies that complement the gallery’s themes and attract a diverse clientele. Engage customers through educational events like coffee tastings and workshops. Quality Control: Uphold BREW’s standards of coffee quality and customer service. Implement continuous improvement practices for product and service offerings. Supplier and Community Relations: Maintain robust relationships with suppliers, emphasizing sustainable and ethical sourcing. Work with local community groups to enhance the gallery’s community integration. Requirements: Proven experience in coffee shop management or similar roles. Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage teams effectively. Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities. A passion for coffee, with extensive knowledge of coffee brewing techniques. Experience in event management or working in a culturally vibrant environment is a plus. Financial literacy, with experience in budgeting and financial management. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. If you don't have all the above, but think you are still a good fit for the job please still apply! What We Offer: The opportunity to work in a unique, young, and diverse team in a dynamic environment where coffee, music, fashion and art intersect. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Opportunities for professional growth and development within the coffee and art sectors.

To maintain a basic caseload of around 180 Housing Disrepair Pre Litigation cases. This will include complying with the Housing Disrepair pre action protocol, assessing liability, drafting court documentation, issuing court proceedings via Part 7 CPR, complying with court directions, document and letter creating in addition to the use of the telephone/email, review of RICs report, review of medical records, collation of special damages, collage of medical evidence, submission of full details, negotiations and settlements. To comply at all time with the case management system and be responsible for the maintenance and accuracy of its information. To comply with all key dates including court directions, limitation and hearing dates. To be responsible for the pro-active maintenance of their own task pad. Identify any complications within their caseload and immediately refer to their team leader. To assess liability and make an initial assessment of special damages. Contact clients by telephone and maintain regular and pro-active telephone contact with clients as required by our SLA’s. To demonstrate an ability to work to deadlines and be self-sufficient. Be able to achieve financial and administrative targets on a monthly basis as set by their team leader. Demonstrate a flexible approach to work, including hours of working. To demonstrate a commercial awareness and a pro-active approach to all aspects of work. Demonstrate the ability to work effectively as part of a team, while maintaining responsibility for their own caseload. To comply with Lexcel and/or client service standards, client care and protocols. To demonstrate IT literacy by utilising a full range of internal and external systems inclusive of MS Outlook, MS Word and Pro Claim. To demonstrate effective planning, organisation and decision making skills and work to deadlines and time limits. To assess liability under the supervision of your Team Leader. To ensure that appropriate communication methods are utilised to ensure case progression. MAIN TASKS Comply with Pre Action Protocol for Housing Disrepair Claims Assessing Liability Reviewing RIC’s report – Valuing Damages and Repairs Drafting Court Documents Issuing Part 7 Court Proceedings in accordance with the Company guidelines Complying with Court Directions Monitoring Limitation in accordance with the Company guidelines Reviewing & Valuing Medical Reports Collating Special Damages Dealing with incoming emails and acting upon the same appropriately Working on an individual caseload using Proclaim effectively. Chasing relevant parties for required information in order to progress the claim Dealing with incoming post. This could involve indexing post, actioning it, or transferring to the team who are dealing with the claim. Working within the firms SLA’s at all times

This is an amazing opportunity to join one of the UK's most exciting voice-over agencies and their studio partners Voice Over Soho and Light Year Studios. About the Role The successful candidate will have 5 years bookkeeping experience ideally within creative/media industries and have a good knowledge of Xero. Salary: Circa £34-£38k (depending on experience) Working hours: 9:00 – 18:00 Monday to Friday (with 1 hour for lunch) This is a hybrid job with 3 days working in office and 2 days from home each week. There will be an initial training period of 1 month in the office. Job Description Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Bank Reconciliation VAT preparation General Office Administration About Us Our clients include brands: Apple, Google, Facebook & Amazon, TV channels: BBC, SKY, NBC, ITV & C4, & film production companies: Disney, Warners, Universal & Sony. We have 6 studios and 2 edit suites across 3 locations in Soho & Fitzrovia providing voice-over recording, a full range of audio post-production and the very first Dolby Atmos Home Entertainment Certified Studio globally. About You Candidate Profile - Desired Skills & Experience: Professional experience in bookkeeping within Creative/Media Industries. Good knowledge of Xero & Excel. Mac computer literacy, ability to learn new programmes easily Organised with good office administration skills. Ability to manage a small team including an Invoicing Clerk and Credit Controller. Excellent communications skills – written and verbal

Administration Assistant - Mortgage Brokerage Are you looking for a part-time administration role in a reputable and growing mortgage brokerage company? Do you have strong organisational and communication skills and a keen eye for detail? If so, you might be the ideal candidate for our team! We are a leading mortgage brokerage company in the financial services sector. We offer a range of mortgage and protection products to our clients and work with various lenders and insurers to find the best solutions for their needs. We are looking for an administrative assistant to join Us and provide administrative support to the director. You will be responsible for: · Liaising with clients, lenders, insurers, solicitors, and other parties to ensure a smooth and timely completion of cases · Updating and maintaining accurate records of client information and case progress on our CRM system · Preparing and sending correspondence and documents to clients and other parties · Handling incoming and outgoing calls and emails in a professional and courteous manner Processing and submitting mortgage and protection applications to lenders and insurers · Assisting with general office duties such as filing, scanning, photocopying, etc. To be successful in this role, you will need: · Previous administration experience, preferably in the mortgage or financial services sector · A good level of numeracy and literacy, with GCSEs or equivalent in Maths and English · Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, especially Word and Excel · A confident and clear telephone manner, with excellent verbal and written communication skills · A high level of accuracy and attention to detail, with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines · A positive and proactive attitude, with a willingness to learn and take initiative If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your CV and a cover letter to the provided email address. We look forward to hearing from you!

Are you looking for something unique that brings prestige, pride and creativity? So are we. At Woodland we dare to be different, and that is exactly what we are looking for in our future talent. We are looking for an innovative Barista / Waiter/ress that thrives in a busy atmosphere and can handle the pressure of a blooming cafe. Attention-to-detail, self-determination and strong communication skills are key to fulfilling this job position. Your main duties as a Barista / Waiter/ress will be: - Providing exceptional customer service. - Understanding of menu items and suggesting products to - customers. - Processing customer payments. - Preparing and serving hot and cold beverages. - Being responsible for health, safety and hygiene practices. - Receiving and distributing stock supplies. The ideal Woodland team member will have: - Exceptional organisational skills - Team-management and interpersonal communication skills. - High level of attention to detail. - Natural team-player with leader qualities. - Positive, approachable, professional and a CAN-DO manner. - Strong adaptability and ability to work in a fast paced - environment. - High-level of literacy and numeracy. Our requirements: Minimum of 1 year previous experience in a similar environment. What we can offer: A competitive salary + bonus scheme + tips

The Role: We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Office Administrator to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a key role in maintaining day-to-day operations, ensuring a smooth and efficient working environment. The Office Administrator will be responsible for handling administrative tasks, coordinating office activities, and providing support to the Directors and Business Support Manager. Duties and Responsibilities: Perform general office tasks: photocopying, binding, scanning, data entry, and record keeping. Manage office supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels. Answer and direct phone calls, emails and inquiries professionally. Greet and assist visitors, clients, and employees in a friendly manner. Handle incoming/outgoing mail and coordinate courier services. Schedule and coordinate meetings, appointments, and boardroom bookings. Assist in organizing company events, managing guest lists and liaising with venues and suppliers. Coordinate maintenance and repair of office equipment and facilities. Support social media activities, including content research for LinkedIn and Instagram. Liaise with vendors to ensure a well-functioning work environment. Provide administrative support to the Business Support Manager and Directors as needed. Collaborate with departments to facilitate effective communication and workflow. Fulfill the role of Fire Safety Officer and First Aider. Any other duties as reasonably requested by the Business Support Manager and Directors. Experience: Educated to A-level or above. 2 years roven experience as an Office Administrator or in a similar administrative role. Strong organizational and multitasking skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), with a good level of IT literacy. Demonstrates a good level of proactivity and forward planning, with an ability to take ownership of workload. Reliable and a good timekeeper. Knowledge of health and safety regulations and CRM systems is a plus. Closing date: Friday 24th February 12:00pm Interviews: w/c 4th March Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as requested to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. Job Type: Full-time Salary: £25,000.00-£30,000.00 per year Benefits: Additional leave Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Free fitness classes Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Sick pay Store discount Schedule: Monday to Friday Education: A-Level or equivalent (required) Experience: Administrative experience: 2 years (required) Language: English (required) Ability to Commute: London (required) Work Location: In person