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Overview We are seeking a detail-oriented and organised Account Administrator to join our small Construction Company. This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals with a strong background in accounting software, specifically Sage 50 Accounts and the construction industry. You will support the business with day-to-day administration, accounts processing, and personal administration tasks, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and excellent communication. Responsibilities • Manage and maintain accurate financial records using accounting software such as Sage 50 Accounts including data entry, reconciliations, and reporting, • Raise and process invoices, credit notes, and purchase orders, • Prepare quotations and ensure accurate pricing and documentation, • Maintain supplier and customer account records, • Reconcile bank statements and ensure all financial data is correctly recorded, • Assist with invoicing, billing, and expense tracking, • Provide comprehensive administrative support across the business, • Maintain organised filing systems (digital and physical), • Handle incoming calls, emails, and general enquiries professionally, • Prepare documents, letters, and internal communications, • Manage holiday bookings, staff leave records, and related documentation, • Strong working & up to date knowledge of Sage 50 Accounts (essential), • Knowledge of Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) & Domestic Reverse Charge VAT processes (essential), • Excellent organisational skills with a high level of accuracy, • Able to follow instruction while also using own initiative to solve problems, • Confident producing invoices, quotations, and financial documents, • Strong communication skills and a professional, friendly manner, • Ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple tasks effectively Benefits: • Casual dress, • Free parking, • Construction Knowledge: 1 year (preferred)

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? We're looking for a Homelessness Intervention and Prevention Officer to join a dedicated housing team in South London. This is an exciting opportunity to help prevent homelessness and provide sustainable housing solutions for those in need. • Homelessness Intervention and Prevention Officer, • Public Sector - Local Authority, • Full Time - Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week, • Grade 9 - £22.41 per hour PAYE / £29.72 per hour Umbrella, • Hybrid Working - 2 to 3 days per week in office, remainder at home, • IT equipment provided, • ASAP Start Key Responsibilities: • Assess and determine homelessness applications in line with statutory legislation, including making clear and defensible Section 184 decisions., • Conduct thorough enquiries to establish eligibility, priority need, intentionality, and local connection, ensuring compliance with the Housing Act 1996 and Homelessness Reduction Act 2017., • Develop and implement personalised housing plans (PHPs) to prevent or relieve homelessness, using creative and practical solutions tailored to individual circumstances., • Engage proactively with applicants through interviews and casework, providing accurate advice on housing options, rights, and responsibilities., • Collaborate with internal teams and external agencies (e.g., social services, health professionals, landlords, and voluntary organisations) to secure sustainable housing outcomes., • Negotiate effectively with landlords and housing providers to maintain tenancies and prevent eviction wherever possible., • Produce high-quality written communications, including statutory decision letters and case notes, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and compliance with legal frameworks., • Maintain accurate records and manage caseloads within statutory timescales, meeting performance targets and safeguarding standards., • Housing Legislation:, • Housing Act 1996 (Parts VI & VII), • Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, • Localism Act 2011 and relevant case law, • Statutory Duties & Decision-Making:, • Understanding of Section 184 decisions (eligibility, priority need, intentionality, local connection), • Knowledge of prevention and relief duties and main housing duty, • Safeguarding & Vulnerability:, • Awareness of safeguarding principles for adults and children, • Understanding of risk factors such as domestic abuse, mental health, and exploitation, • Housing Options & Welfare:, • Familiarity with social housing, private rented sector, supported accommodation, • Knowledge of welfare benefits (Universal Credit, Housing Benefit, DHPs), • Multi-Agency Frameworks:, • Ability to work within frameworks involving social services, health, probation, and voluntary agenciesEssential Skills, • Interviewing & Assessment:, • Ability to conduct detailed homelessness assessments and gather evidence, • Decision-Making & Problem-Solving:, • Making defensible statutory decisions under pressure, • Creative solutions to prevent homelessness, • Communication:, • Outstanding written skills for statutory letters and case notes, • Strong verbal and listening skills for client engagement, • Negotiation:, • Skilled in negotiating with landlords and housing providers to sustain tenancies, • IT & Case Management:, • Proficiency in housing systems (e.g., Northgate, Jigsaw, Locata) and Microsoft Office, • Organisational Skills:, • Managing complex caseloads within statutory timescales, • Accurate record-keeping and compliance with GDPR, • Resilience & Empathy:, • Ability to handle challenging situations calmly and professionally, • You may be required to work across different locations and conduct home visits. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser

Customer Service Representative | Events Industry Office Based Flexitime £30,000–£32,000 📍 Sutton | Full-Time We are currently recruiting on behalf of a dynamic and growing events organisation based in Sutton. This company is making a meaningful impact in the live performance space, working with both performers and venues across the UK. As they continue to expand, they are seeking a Customer Service Representative to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual with a background in customer support or sales support, who thrives in a client-facing environment and enjoys working with a variety of stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: • Serve as the primary point of contact for both performers and venues, responding to enquiries and resolving issues in a timely and professional manner., • Support users of the company’s event management app, assisting with technical queries and general platform guidance., • Coordinate schedules and availability, helping to match performers to venues and manage shift arrangements effectively., • Build and maintain strong working relationships, providing excellent customer service and fostering a positive user experience., • Utilise tools such as Microsoft Excel and Outlook to track bookings, update records, and manage communications. Candidate Profile: • Previous experience in a customer service, client support, or sales support role is essential., • A confident and empathetic communicator, both written and verbal., • Highly organised, with strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills., • Resilient and enthusiastic, with the ability to remain calm and professional under pressure., • Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook., • Ambition to grow into a leadership role in the company What’s on Offer: • Competitive salary of £30,000–£32,000 depending on experience., • Office-based role in Sutton with a flexitime arrangement – no fixed start or finish times., • A supportive, social company culture, including quarterly team outings and regular team-building events., • The opportunity to work for a company that actively supports the local community, contributing to charities focused on mental health and providing resources for disadvantaged children., • This is a rewarding role for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced, people-oriented environment and wants to be part of a company that values both commercial success and social impact. Please apply here if you think you'd be a good fit or send me an email directly at

The Open University is the UKs largest university, a world leader in flexible part-time education combining a mission to widen access to higher education with research excellence, transforming lives through education. Find out more about us and our mission by watching this ___ (you will be taken to YouTube by clicking this link). The effective use of data is paramount in achieving The Open University's strategic goals. Reporting to the Director of Data Technology as part of Digital Services, the Lead Data Architect plays a pivotal role in ensuring that our solutions and programs are purpose-fit and aligned with the broader University vision. This senior architecture position collaborates across teams to ensure consistency in data architecture, aligning it with our business strategy. In a large and complex environment, this role fosters cross-team collaboration and promotes a cohesive data ecosystem that supports the University's objectives. • Develop and execute a comprehensive data architecture strategy aligned with OU's long-term business objectives and technology roadmap., • Own the design and implementation of enterprise-wide data architectures, including data models, enterprise data catalogue and all relevant data architecture artefacts., • Provide thought leadership and guidance on emerging trends and advancements in data architecture and data design., • Establish and own data standards, guidelines, and best practices for data architecture and data modelling., • Lead and manage a team of enterprise data architects, senior data architects and data analysts, providing mentorship, guidance and technical expertise., • Evaluate and recommend new technologies, tools, and frameworks to enhance data architecture capabilities, scalability and performance., • Work closely with business stakeholders to align data architecture initiatives with business goals, enabling effective data-driven decision making., • Drive innovation and continuous improvement in data architecture practices, leveraging emerging technologies and industry best practices., • Participate in the Design and Architecture Community of Practice, offering insight and leadership on data design activities and conducting research on emerging data technologies and techniques in support of Digital Services goals and commitments. Essential: • In-depth experience in conceptual and logical data modelling applied to both relational and dimensional formats covering operational and analytical applications., • Extensive experience in leading the design and implementation of complex data architectures, including data models, data integration, and data management systems., • Knowledge of master data management, metadata management and integration best practices and techniques., • Ability to think strategically and align data architecture initiatives with overall business goals and objectives., • Strong knowledge of various database technologies, including both SQL and NoSQL databases, and their appropriate use cases., • Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead and manage a team of data architects and data engineers, providing mentorship and guidance., • Ability to identify and solve complex data-related problems, troubleshoot issues, and optimize data architectures for performance and scalability., • Foundation in system development, understanding of end-to-end software development lifecycle and project management approaches. Must understand what advice to give and how to influence developments towards desirable outcomes., • Knowledge and experience in creating and applying standards and best practices in IT design and delivery regarding the experience of the software, tools and development methods including large-scale web applications and Agile development techniques., • Effective communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders and collaborate across teams., • A high degree of self-motivation, being comfortable working both as part of a team and alone., • Ability to conceive and portray the overall data landscape; map the systems and interfaces used to manage data., • Ideally, an experienced Data Architect with TOGAF certification., • Knowledge of the Higher Education data domain would be an advantage. If you have any questions, or need support or adjustments relating to your application, the recruitment process, or the role, please contact us on or email quoting the advert reference number. At The Open University, we offer a range of benefits to recognise and reward great work, alongside policies and flexible working that contribute towards a great work life balance. Get all the details of what benefits we offer by visiting our ___ (clicking this link will open a new window). We are open to discussions about flexible working. Whether its a job share, part time, compressed hours or another working arrangement. Please reach out to us to discuss what works best for you. It is anticipated that a hybrid working pattern can be adopted for this role, where the successful candidate can work from home and the office. However, as this role is contractually aligned to our Milton Keynes office it is expected that some attendance in the office will be required when necessary and in response to business needs. Wed expect this to be on average once per week. We anticipate that interviews for this role will be taking place online via Microsoft Teams during the week commencing 15 June 2026. While most roles will remain open until the advertised closing date, applications may be reviewed on an ongoing basis. In some cases, vacancies may close earlier if a sufficient number of suitable applications have been received and equality impacts have been appropriately considered. All roles will remain advertised for a minimum of one week before any early closure is implemented. If you have started an application or were in the process of applying when the advert closed, we encourage you to get in touch. We are committed to understanding individual circumstances and can offer further support where needed, including reasonable adjustments for applicants with protected characteristics. To apply for this role please submit the following documents: • CV

The Open University is the UKs largest university, a world leader in flexible part-time education combining a mission to widen access to higher education with research excellence, transforming lives through education. Find out more about us and our mission by watching this ___ (you will be taken to YouTube by clicking this link). The Senior Manager, Curriculum Sustainability, is a key role within the Sustainability Office as part of the Governance, Compliance and Legal Services (GCLS) unit. Working collaboratively, the post-holder provides academic and institutional sustainability support and relationship management across the University, working with a range of stakeholders to achieve organisational sustainability commitments and to promote good practice to individual units, key university groups and committees. This role will lead on organisational sustainability commitments including but not limited to Responsible Futures accreditation (every two years), the Concordat for Environmental Sustainability of Research and Innovation and annual Climate and Adaptation reporting on carbon emissions reporting in collaboration with relevant colleagues. Maintaining an awareness of the changing policy and regulatory environment, the post-holder contributes to the delivery of ongoing progress on sustainability across the University, as well as to the development and promotion of efficient and effective practice. Providing expert advice on sustainability to stakeholders across all Schools and the four Faculties is an important feature of this role, supporting the Director of Sustainability in overseeing the organisational approach to sustainability. In addition, the postholder will promote good sustainability practice across the University, and provide management support to advisory groups. • Provide oversight and assurance of delivery against institutional sustainability KPIs and reporting requirements., • Work with academic and professional service leads to set SMART sustainability commitments, monitor progress, and ensure quality assurance., • Maintain and annually review the Universitys Responsible Futures action plan, embedding it into strategic and academic planning., • Coordinate and manage internal sustainability reviews, including data quality, to support external reporting and compliance., • Enable crossUniversity collaboration on sustainability data generation, analysis, decision-making and engagement., • Support senior leaders in delivering Sustainability Office objectives and institutional accountability for sustainability in the curriculum., • Lead the continuous development and review of sustainability-related processes, policies, guidance and best practice., • Monitor curriculum development, academic quality assurance processes and student voice in relation to sustainability., • Provide strategic advice, guidance, training resources and materials to Schools and sustainability governance groups., • Chair and support sustainability working groups to ensure timely, accurate curriculum data and reporting., • Lead recruitment, induction, support and (line or matrix) management of sustainability staff and academic matrix members., • Deliver high-quality written and verbal communications, promotional materials and committee papers on sustainability progress and activity., • Knowledge of the Universitys strategic, regulatory and financial context, including risks and challenges relating to sustainability in the curriculum., • Strong understanding of the UK higher education policy environment (across the four nations) and emerging sustainability trends., • Demonstrable experience delivering sustainability initiatives, including curriculum development, academic processes, quality assurance, reporting and communications supported by ongoing professional development and a relevant certification in at least one of these areas., • Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex information, assess risks and significance, and develop evidencebased proposals., • Proven experience of designing, improving or redesigning processes to enhance effectiveness and compliance., • Experience of managing committees or working groups effectively, exercising discretion and handling sensitive or confidential matters., • Proven ability to manage, develop and support staff (line or matrix management)., • Strong collaborative skills, with the ability to build and leverage internal and external networks to achieve results., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including drafting clear committee papers and delivering training or workshops., • Ability to work holistically and creatively to resolve complex problems, often under pressure and with incomplete information., • Strong organisational and project management skills, managing multiple complex priorities simultaneously to agreed standards., • High personal integrity, resilience and motivation, with the ability to work independently, adapt to change, and the ability to carry out the role in a way that is consistent with equality legislation and University policies. If you have any questions, or need support or adjustments relating to your application, the recruitment process, or the role, please contact us on or email quoting the advert reference number. At The Open University, we offer a range of benefits to recognise and reward great work, alongside policies and flexible working that contribute towards a great work life balance. Get all the details of what benefits we offer by visiting our ___ (clicking this link will open a new window). We are open to discussions about flexible working. Whether its a job share, part time, compressed hours or another working arrangement. Please reach out to us to discuss what works best for you. It is anticipated that a hybrid working pattern can be adopted for this role, where the successful candidate can work from home and the office. However, as this role is contractually aligned to our Milton Keynes office it is expected that some attendance in the office will be required when necessary and in response to business needs. Wed anticipate this to be on average three to five times per week. We anticipate that we will be conducting interviews for this role onsite at our Milton Keynes campus on Wednesday 10 June 2026. While most roles will remain open until the advertised closing date, applications may be reviewed on an ongoing basis. In some cases, vacancies may close earlier if a sufficient number of suitable applications has been received and equality impacts have been appropriately considered. All roles will remain advertised for a minimum of one week before any early closure is implemented.If you have started an application or were in the process of applying when the advert closed, we encourage you to get in touch. We are committed to understanding individual circumstances and can offer further support where needed, including reasonable adjustments for applicants with protected characteristics. To apply for this role please submit the following documents: • CV

The Open University is the UKs largest university, a world leader in flexible part-time education combining a mission to widen access to higher education with research excellence, transforming lives through education. Find out more about us and our mission by watching this___ (you will be taken to YouTube by clicking this link). The Open University is seeking to recruit 2 Lecturers to join the Institute of Educational Technology (IET). IET is a global leader in the field of pedagogy, known for advancing open and distance learning globally. Since IET was established in 1970 we have been central to The Open Universitys mission to be the world leader in researching, innovating and delivering supported, open and distance learning. Since then, we have contributed to research across many significant developments within education, driving understanding of how innovative technology can support learning, teaching and assessment. Following a vision exercise with IET colleagues, we have prioritised further strengthening ___ in the following two areas: Future of Work & Professional Development Digital Wellbeing, Health and Learning While we welcome applications for other research programmes within IET , we would particularly like to strengthen these two new research programmes. We are seeking to appoint one lecturer each for our two new research programmes: Future of Work, including AI and digital transformation, employability, organisations and professional learning; and Digital Wellbeing, including health, wellbeing, learning technologies, inclusion, and the social and ethical implications of digital innovation. Research, scholarship and knowledge exchange • Pursue high quality research in a relevant area of IET, including supervising research students, commensurate with career stage., • Contribute significantly to the research profile and 2029 Research Excellence Framework submissions of IET through a record of high-quality publications commensurate with experience, alongside the effective dissemination and application of research by other routes., • Actively engage in/lead grant bidding and other income generating activities in line with IET and WELS research strategies, alongside activity to support and encourage others to bid more effectively., • Enhance our links with industry to enable teaching and research collaborations and knowledge exchange., • Actively contribute to the design and delivery of IET curriculum and/or Quality Enhancement and Innovation activities. General • Act as an ambassador, both internally and externally, for the academic excellence of IET, and The Open University., • Take responsibility for administrative and/or other academic duties as required by the Director of IET., • Contribute to the outreach activities of IET, and the University. Essential: • A doctorate in an area related to educational technology - we could consider applications where the thesis has been submitted and the candidate has relevant, significant prior experience, • Expertise in at least one of the areas covered by IET's research programmes., • Ability to undertake high quality research and produce research/scholarly publications in a relevant subject., • An understanding of the educational and study needs of students, particularly those studying part-time at a distance., • Experience of producing distance/online teaching, learning and assessment materials., • Evidence of, or the potential to develop and deliver, innovative pedagogical approaches., • Excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary teams, both internally and externally, including with employers and professional bodies., • Excellent written and spoken English skills, together with the ability to offer and receive constructive criticism., • Ability to plan, organise and complete work to agreed deadlines., • Ability to work in accordance with the Universitys values and relevant policies., • Expertise in the research areas of Future of Work & Professional Development, or Digital Wellbeing, Health and Learning., • Experience of supporting students in a distance/online learning setting., • Evidence of successful research student supervision., • Relevant professional qualifications., • Fellowship (or higher) of the UK Higher Education Academy, or equivalent teaching experience/standing in the UK or in another country (commensurate with career stage)., • Experience of developing new collaborative partnerships within Universities and/or with external organisations and employers (commensurate with career stage)., • Successful experience of gaining external research and/or teaching-related funding (commensurate with career stage). If you have any questions, or need support or adjustments relating to your application, the recruitment process, or the role, please contact us on or email quoting the advert reference number. At The Open University, we offer a range of benefits to recognise and reward great work, alongside policies and flexible working that contribute towards a great work life balance. Get all the details of what benefits we offer by visiting our ___ (clicking this link will open a new window). We are open to discussions about flexible working. Whether its a job share, part time, compressed hours or another working arrangement. Please reach out to us to discuss what works best for you. Work location It is anticipated that a hybrid working pattern can be adopted for this role, where you can work from home and the office. However, as this role is contractually aligned to our Milton Keynes office it is expected that you will attend the office at least once per fortnight and in response to business needs. If shortlisted, we anticipate interviews taking place onsite in Milton Keynes W/C 8th June 2026. In addition to the interview, there will also likely be a teaching task to complete in the same week. While most roles will remain open until the advertised closing date, applications may be reviewed on an ongoing basis. In some cases, vacancies may close earlier if a sufficient number of suitable applications has been received and equality impacts have been appropriately considered. All roles will remain advertised for a minimum of one week before any early closure is implemented. If you have started an application or were in the process of applying when the advert closed, we encourage you to get in touch. We are committed to understanding individual circumstances and can offer further support where needed, including reasonable adjustments for applicants with protected characteristics. To apply for this role please submit the following document(s): • CV

The Open University is the UKs largest university, a world leader in flexible part-time education combining a mission to widen access to higher education with research excellence, transforming lives through education. Find out more about us and our mission by watching this___ (you will be taken to YouTube by clicking this link). We are seeking a Lecturer in Marketing with substantial, evidenced teaching experience in Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing and Content Creation, and/or Marketing Analytics. Applicants must demonstrate the ability to design and deliver highquality online learning materials and to teach effectively on undergraduate, apprenticeship, postgraduate (including MBA), and micro-credential programmes. You will contribute to a researchactive department and must have a strong and developing publication record, and a clear pipeline of future publications. You will be expected to actively pursue external funding and engage with practitioner and/or policy communities to increase the visibility and impact of your research. Your research can be in any of the areas above or other areas which align with or complement the interests of academic staff in the___. As part of The Open University we have a distinctive, practice-based pedagogy, delivered predominantly online. You will have the opportunity to work in teams designing and delivering innovative, high quality and challenging learning experiences for our students utilising a wide-range of media. We therefore need to appoint someone with outstanding ability to work as part of a team, to demonstrate creativity and initiative in addition to relevant specialist knowledge. The likely start date of this role for the successful candidate will be 1st September 2026. Teaching & Learning • Lead and contribute to the design, development, and production of online teaching modules (undergraduate, postgraduate taught, and micro-credentials)., • Contribute to the delivery and assessment of modules across the Schools programmes, including marking, oversight of assessment quality, and online student support., • Tutor at facetoface or online residential schools, day schools, and other forms of direct student engagement., • Maintain an active programme of highquality research, including publishing in internationally recognised journals., • Develop and maintain a clear pipeline of research outputs suitable for REF submission., • Seek and secure external research funding., • Support and develop PhD students., • Contribute to income diversification for teaching and research activities., • Participate in external engagement initiatives that raise the profile of the Business School., • Contribute to the monitoring and enhancement of teaching quality., • Participate fully in the academic life of the School, including regular attendance on campus as required. Essential criteria: • A completed (at the time of submitting your application) doctorate in Marketing or a closely related discipline. 'Completed' is defined as having received your certification rather than having submitted your viva/thesis pending amendments., • Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) or equivalent (e.g., PGCertHE)., • Substantial experience teaching Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing, and/or Marketing Analytics at Higher Education level., • Demonstrated ability to design, write, and evaluate online learning materials for large and diverse student cohorts., • Experience of teaching facetoface and online in business/management contexts., • Proficient and substantial communication skills - written, oral, and digital., • A clear plan for future publications and a developing track record of applying for external research funding., • The ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams as well as independently., • The ability to work in a manner that demonstrates behaviours that align to equality, diversity, and inclusion across teaching, research, and student support., • The ability to work in alignment with the OU mission of accessible distance learning and supporting students from varied backgrounds., • The ability and willingness to travel regularly within the United Kingdom and occasionally internationally., • A research record evidenced by REFeligible publications and a demonstrable trajectory of highquality outputs., • Experience in online distance education within a higher education institution context., • International teaching experience., • Experience in professional or managerial roles related to marketing., • Evidence of pedagogic innovation in digital or blended learning. If you have any questions, or need support or adjustments relating to your application, the recruitment process, or the role, please contact us on or email quoting the advert reference number. At The Open University, we offer a range of benefits to recognise and reward great work, alongside policies and flexible working that contribute towards a great work life balance. Get all the details of what benefits we offer by visiting our ___ (clicking this link will open a new window). We are open to discussions about flexible working. Whether its a job share, part time, compressed hours or another working arrangement. Please reach out to us to discuss what works best for you. It is anticipated that a hybrid working pattern can be adopted for this role, where you can work from home and the office. However, as this role is contractually aligned to our Milton Keynes office some attendance in the office will be required in response to business needs. Wed expect this to be at least twice per month, but this could be more often as business needs dictate. We expect interviews to take place in the middle of June 2026. While most roles will remain open until the advertised closing date, applications may be reviewed on an ongoing basis. In some cases, vacancies may close earlier if a sufficient number of suitable applications has been received and equality impacts have been appropriately considered. All roles will remain advertised for a minimum of one week before any early closure is implemented. If you have started an application or were in the process of applying when the advert closed, we encourage you to get in touch. We are committed to understanding individual circumstances and can offer further support where needed, including reasonable adjustments for applicants with protected characteristics. To apply for this role please submit the following document(s): • CV

The Open University is the UKs largest university, a world leader in flexible part-time education combining a mission to widen access to higher education with research excellence, transforming lives through education. Find out more about us and our mission by watching this ___ (you will be taken to YouTube by clicking this link). You will be welcomed as Research Associate in the team of the MoonRISE project, an interdisciplinary research project funded by UKRI, investigating the cultural, scientific and environmental factors that determine what can be considered as sites of interest on the Moon. It also examines the governance and ethical implications of defining sites of interest for different communities and cultures. You would be based within the Law School to undertake research on Lunar governance, in close collaboration with members of the team. About MoonRISE MoonRISE is a project funded by UKRI that researches the effective governance of sites of cultural, scientific and environmental interest on the Moon. The project team spans three Faculties: The Faculty of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, the Faculty of Business and Law, and the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. The project builds upon the work of AstrobiologyOU, which looks at the scientific, ethical and governance challenges associated with Astrobiology. About AstrobiologyOU AstrobiologyOU is an interdisciplinary research group addressing the scientific, ethical and governance challenges associated with the advancement of astrobiology and related space exploration missions. It spans three Faculties: The Faculty of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, the Faculty of Business and Law, and the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, bringing together 60 members with expertise in science, international development and governance. The Groups activities are supported by funding from UK Research councils, The UK Space Agency, The European Space Agency, and commercial activities, and has grown to its current strengths through a 7.4 million investment from Research Englands Expanding Excellence in England scheme. About the Unit The Faculty of Business and Law is one of the four faculties of The Open University. It brings together two Schools ___ and ___ ___ and has a strong reputation as a high-quality and innovative provider of management and legal education. Our courses and qualifications are studied by a wide range of people from all backgrounds we are proud to promote opportunity and social justice by making higher education open to those unable to attend a more traditional campus-based university. Student satisfaction is a high priority, and we are determined to deliver the best outcomes for everyone studying with us. Our students return some of the highest satisfaction scores in the National Student Survey they have ever since the NSS began. Around 35,000 students are currently enrolled on our business, management and law programmes; about quarter of them are based outside the UK in 80 countries. The majority of our students are employed and study part-time with us. The Open University Business School is triple accredited (AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS). Our internationally recognised teaching and learning methods take education right to the heart of leadership and management practice. Tutors are experienced business professionals, and because our distance learning approach allows managers to continue at work while studying, you can apply new knowledge and skills right from the start. Over 100,000 people from more than 125 countries have already studied with The Open University Business School. • To undertake research on policy and academic literature on protection of lunar sites (this includes draft Space Resources principles, Long-term sustainability guidelines, ESSI sustainability guidelines etc.)., • To evaluate examples of governance successes and legal analogues on Earth (particularly focusing on Antarctica and law of seas/UNCLOS)., • To contribute to research on the values of lunar exploration activities and extrapolating principles for conflict resolution in space governance., • To work with external partners on standards for space activities., • To engage with different audiences and communities who may be differently affected by changing and increasing lunar activities, including to understand the question of justice in relation to knowledge production;, • To undertake research that is internationally excellent and leads to high-impact peer-reviewed publications., • To be an active member of the MoonRISE project team, attending regular research group meetings and sharing knowledge with other members of the team., • To organise internal and external events such as workshops and evidence cafs (in person and hybrid)., • To present research updates and results and participate in seminars and workshops aimed at sharing research outcomes, fostering interdisciplinary collaborations., • To carry out administrative tasks associated with this work, such as risk assessments, workload planning, career development and staff appraisals., • To participate in national and international conferences (at least one per year) and events of learned societies., • To undertake professional development aligned with the job role and future aspirations., • To have a strong commitment to the principles and practice of equality and diversity., • To undertake other duties, as directed by their Line Manager. Essential criteria: • PhD completed ('completed' is defined as having received your certification rather than having submitted your viva/thesis pending amendments) in, or recent experience in, international law and governance, ideally with a space law and policy focus or a cognate subject area including international relations, public policy, or philosophy., • The ability to evaluate case studies related to environmental and/or cultural heritage protection that are relevant to space law and governance., • The ability to analyse policy briefs and other legal documents, and draft legal texts (e.g. guidelines, principles, or MoU), • Experience of working in interdisciplinary teams., • Experience of working with non-academic partners and/or engaging with communities beyond academia., • A demonstrable record of communicating research through peer reviewed publications and conference presentations (as fitting career stage)., • Excellent oral and written communication in a variety of contexts, including the ability to offer and receive constructive criticism., • The ability to plan and prioritise own workload and work to agreed deadlines., • Demonstrable evidence of taking responsibility and accountability for tasks while making effective use of available resources, information and feedback to improve efficiency, productivity and overall performance., • Experience in, or knowledge of, governance, ethical and philosophical debates related to space exploration., • Knowledge of global institutions; knowledge of space policy., • Experience of working with/within the space sector., • Evidence of contributions to public engagement or educational activities. If you have any questions, or need support or adjustments relating to your application, the recruitment process, or the role, please contact us on or email quoting the advert reference number. At The Open University, we offer a range of benefits to recognise and reward great work, alongside policies and flexible working that contribute towards a great work life balance. Get all the details of what benefits we offer by visiting our ___ (clicking this link will open a new window). We are open to discussions about flexible working. Whether its a job share, part time, compressed hours or another working arrangement. Please reach out to us to discuss what works best for you. It is anticipated that a hybrid working pattern can be adopted for this role, where you can work from home and the office. However, as this role is contractually aligned to our Milton Keynes office some attendance in the office will be required in response to business needs. Wed expect this to be at least 2 days per week, but this could be more often as business needs dictate. We expect interviews to take place on 1st and 2nd June 2026. These will be held in person at our Milton Keynes site. While most roles will remain open until the advertised closing date, applications may be reviewed on an ongoing basis. In some cases, vacancies may close earlier if a sufficient number of suitable applications has been received and equality impacts have been appropriately considered. All roles will remain advertised for a minimum of one week before any early closure is implemented. If you have started an application or were in the process of applying when the advert closed, we encourage you to get in touch. We are committed to understanding individual circumstances and can offer further support where needed, including reasonable adjustments for applicants with protected characteristics. To apply for this role please submit the following document(s): • CV

The Open University is the UKs largest university, a world leader in flexible part-time education combining a mission to widen access to higher education with research excellence, transforming lives through education. Find out more about us and our mission by watching this ___ (you will be taken to YouTube by clicking this link). As a Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) Maintenance Supervisor , you will be a qualified tradesperson who will lead and supervise a team of fourteen M&E Maintenance staff situated in four workshops, receiving prioritizing, organising and allocating planned and reactive work orders within service level agreements to maintain operation of the Universitys infrastructure, buildings and assets. You will conduct onthejob inspections to ensure safety, compliance, quality, and timely completion of work, while maintaining safe systems of work and wellorganised workshop and plant areas. You will also plan and coordinate outofhours work for the team and contractors, support with recruitment and training, monitoring attendance, and leading the team by promoting professionalism, strong engineering practice, and effective crossteam collaboration within Estates. • Team Leadership & Daily Supervision: Oversee the day to day supervision of the multi discipline M&E Maintenance Team, including planning, prioritising and allocating work to ensure all planned and reactive tasks are completed within SLAs., • Active Participation in Maintenance Work: Support the team by personally completing a proportion of planned and reactive maintenance tasks as required by the M&E Maintenance Manager., • Emergency Response & On Call Duties: Coordinate emergency responses, participate in the fire incident team, and provide out of hours call out and holiday/emergency cover for the maintenance team., • Staff Management, Welfare & Development: Manage attendance, approve leave, conduct return to work discussions, carry out staff appraisals and career development reviews, identify training needs, and monitor ongoing competency and compliance. Organise and lead weekly team meetings and toolbox talks to communicate safety updates and operational priorities., • Safety Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure safe systems of work (working at height, confined spaces, permits to work, equipment use) are followed, conduct routine safety inspections, carry out M&E risk assessments, and ensure all corrective actions are completed. Ensure compliance with Legionella Control requirements and water safety procedures., • PPE, Equipment & Asset Management: Ensure PPE and access equipment are available, maintained and used correctly. Develop strong knowledge of M&E assets and lead on asset tagging, condition surveys, and updates to the CAFM (Planon) system., • Quality Assurance & Standards: Maintain and improve standards of workmanship and campus appearance; carry out quality checks of team tasks and identify areas for improvement. Adapt and implement maintenance schedules in line with SFG20 guidance., • Communication & Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate effectively with University staff, contractors, suppliers, visitors and all Estates colleagues to support smooth operational delivery., • Materials, Procurement & Budget Support: Make daily decisions on material requirements, source best value options, negotiate with suppliers, and support the M&E Manager with value for money and budget control., • Maintenance Scheduling & CAFM Management: Contribute to planned maintenance schedules, update plant history and asset registers, implement SFG20 aligned schedules, and use the CAFM system (Planon) to manage work., • Contract & Multi Trade Coordination: Supervise contract labour when required, coordinate with other maintenance trades, conduct toolbox talks and weekly team meetings, and carry out any additional duties assigned by the Director of Estates., • Environmental & Building Management System Monitoring: Monitor plant performance and environmental conditions using the BMS to ensure efficient and sustainable building operation., • Occasional visits to off-campus premises at Wellingborough Warehouse & Dane Road. A current driving license is essential., • Undertake any other duties and responsibilities as requested by Director of Estates., • City & Guilds or Advanced Modern Apprenticeship NVQ level 3 in a relevant maintenance discipline or equivalent., • Substantial post qualification experience in a similar maintenance environment in mechanical and/or electrical disciplines., • Hands on experience working with Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems., • Understanding of health and safety legislation pertaining to construction and maintenance., • Knowledge and experience of how to complete Risk Assessment Method Statement (RAMS) documentation and manual handling safely., • Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, supervisor, managers, and customers at all levels., • Positive approach to customer care within a demand driven service., • Experience of using a range of IT systems such as Google applications, Microsoft Word and Excel, email, electronic calendars & Computer-Aided Facilities Management (CAFM) systems., • Ability to work safely on roofs, from ladders, scaffolds and in confined spaces such as inspection chambers and roof voids., • Ability to participate in the emergency, call out rota and be able to respond to additional out of hours emergencies when called to assist others. Response time for attendance on site is within 45 minutes., • Full and current UK driving license. If you have any questions, or need support or adjustments relating to your application, the recruitment process, or the role, please contact us on or email quoting the advert reference number. At The Open University, we offer a range of benefits to recognise and reward great work, alongside policies and flexible working that contribute towards a great work life balance. Get all the details of what benefits we offer by visiting our ___ (clicking this link will open a new window). We are open to discussions about flexible working. Whether its compressed hours or another working arrangement. Please reach out to us to discuss what works best for you. This role is contractually aligned to our Milton Keynes office however it is expected that when necessary and in response to business needs, you will also need to travel to our Wellingborough warehouse. Wed expect this to be once per month. We anticipate that interviews for this role will be taking place on-site at our Milton Keynes campus during the week commencing 1 June 2026. While most roles will remain open until the advertised closing date, applications may be reviewed on an ongoing basis. In some cases, vacancies may close earlier if a sufficient number of suitable applications has been received and equality impacts have been appropriately considered. All roles will remain advertised for a minimum of one week before any early closure is implemented. If you have started an application or were in the process of applying when the advert closed, we encourage you to get in touch. We are committed to understanding individual circumstances and can offer further support where needed, including reasonable adjustments for applicants with protected characteristics. To apply for this role please submit the following documents: • CV

The Open University is the UKs largest university, a world leader in flexible part-time education combining a mission to widen access to higher education with research excellence, transforming lives through education. Find out more about us and our mission by watching this___ (you will be taken to YouTube by clicking this link). The Social Media Manager will create and manage engaging content across the OUs social channels, with a particular focus on reaching and growing our younger audience base. This is a hands-on role, requiring experience in filming and editing for social-first formats. They will play a key role in delivering the OUs marketing and communications activity, supporting brand reputation and driving student recruitment and retention. The role is responsible for end-to-end campaign delivery across Meta, TikTok, Snapchat, LinkedIn and YouTube - from producing platform-specific creative and publishing content, through to community and performance management, optimisation and reporting. As part of a wider external communications team, they will collaborate with social media colleagues, students, academics and teams across faculties, nations and the central marketing unit to create content that is relevant, timely and social-ready. They will also provide guidance across the organisation on social media best practice, improving the quality, consistency and impact of our output. • Create and publish organic social content across core university channels, with a focus on reaching younger audiences and supporting key strategic plans., • Film, edit and produce social-first content - including video, photography and simple design - optimised for platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn and YouTube., • Attend degree ceremonies, larger video productions, and other events to capture behind-the-scenes content and real moments for social channels., • Identify and respond to cultural moments, events, trends and conversations, creating timely content that helps the OU show up in relevant and engaging ways., • Work with students, academics and contributors to capture real stories and perspectives, supporting a range of on-camera abilities to create authentic, relatable content., • Manage and develop a network of student content creators, ensuring a consistent flow of content aligned to the social media strategy., • Play an active role in campaign development, working with colleagues across Marketing and Communications to shape ideas into social-first executions., • Work closely with the paid media team to amplify content, ensuring organic and paid activity are aligned and delivering maximum reach and impact., • Manage day-to-day community engagement across social channels, identifying opportunities to interact, amplify user-generated content and manage reputational risk., • Monitor performance and optimise content in real time, using insights and platform data to improve reach, engagement and effectiveness., • Work with the Senior Social Media Manager to continuously improve social media output, capturing and analysing activity metrics to make recommendations., • Support wider social media activity across the team as required, contributing to other channels, campaigns and priorities beyond the core younger audience focus., • Share social media insight, best practice and emerging advancements across the organisation, helping to improve the quality and consistency of social content., • Support on reputational issues as part of the wider communications team., • Ensure all activity is delivered to time and budget, following agreed processes, policies and governance. Essential Requirements • Proven experience managing social media channels for a brand or organisation, including platforms such as but not limited to Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and LinkedIn., • Strong content creation skills, with hands-on experience filming, editing and producing social-first content (video, photography and simple design) in line with brand guidelines., • Experience creating short-form video content optimised for different platforms, with a clear understanding of what drives engagement., • Ability to identify and respond to social media trends, cultural moments and online conversations, creating timely and relevant content., • Experience working with contributors (e.g. students, creators or colleagues) to capture authentic content, with confidence directing people with varying levels of on-camera experience., • Experience working with contributor permissions, including content release forms and usage rights, ensuring content is captured and shared responsibly., • Demonstrable experience building engagement and growing audiences through organic social activity., • Experience managing social media communities, including monitoring and responding to comments, with a strong awareness of reputational risk and duty of care to contributors., • Experience monitoring performance and using insights to optimise content, including familiarity with social media management, scheduling and analytics tools., • Strong understanding of social media formats and best practice., • Excellent copywriting skills, with the ability to write clear, engaging and platform-appropriate content., • Proficiency in creative tools such as Adobe Premiere Pro, CapCut, Photoshop/Illustrator (or similar), and Canva., • Confidence appearing on camera, including self-filming, presenting and creating live content as a visible voice to represent the OU brand., • Experience working with paid social media teams and media agencies in an integrated way to promote content and amplify campaigns., • Experience working in a large or complex organisation., • Experience in the higher education sector or working with younger audiences., • Experience of working independently, hybrid and as part of a team, taking lead responsibility for tasks., • Experience collaborating across teams and with stakeholders of varying seniority., • Experience working in fast-paced or reactive content environments, with the ability to develop new ideas and social-first content formats. If you have any questions, or need support or adjustments relating to your application, the recruitment process, or the role, please contact us on or email quoting the advert reference number. At The Open University, we offer a range of benefits to recognise and reward great work, alongside policies and flexible working that contribute towards a great work life balance. Get all the details of what benefits we offer by visiting our ___ (clicking this link will open a new window). We are open to discussions about flexible working. Whether its a job share, part time, compressed hours or another working arrangement. Please reach out to us to discuss what works best for you. Work location It is anticipated that a hybrid working pattern can be adopted for this role, where you can work from home and the office. However, as this role is contractually aligned to our Milton Keynes office it is expected that you will attend the office at least once per week (Tuesdays) and with additional travel to scheduled shoots and graduation ceremonies in response to business needs. If shortlisted, we anticipate interviews taking place in mid-June via MS Teams. While most roles will remain open until the advertised closing date, applications may be reviewed on an ongoing basis. In some cases, vacancies may close earlier if a sufficient number of suitable applications has been received and equality impacts have been appropriately considered. All roles will remain advertised for a minimum of one week before any early closure is implemented. If you have started an application or were in the process of applying when the advert closed, we encourage you to get in touch. We are committed to understanding individual circumstances and can offer further support where needed, including reasonable adjustments for applicants with protected characteristics. To apply for this role please submit the following document(s): • CV

The Open University is the UKs largest university, a world leader in flexible part-time education combining a mission to widen access to higher education with research excellence, transforming lives through education. Find out more about us and our mission by watching this___ (you will be taken to YouTube by clicking this link). Applications are invited for a Post Doctoral Research Associate position at The Music Computing Lab in the School of Computing and Communications at the Open University (OU) to work with Professor Simon Holland and Dr Paul Mulholland on the EU-funded project PlaceMUS XR: Digital Journeys across Musical Places in Europe and Extended Realities. The role of the OU in the project is to co-design, build, evaluate, maintain and document musical tools, interfaces and instruments aimed at deepening active musical engagement for all - including people with little or no musical training, people with physical or sensory disabilities and anyone learning or playing existing musical instruments. Specifically, we are designing diverse one-handed stringed instruments that are engaging both for people with various physical disabilities and for non-disabled people; haptic systems focusing on polyphonic rhythms co-designed with deaf people (but also with wide applications to hearing people); and spatial systems for exploring tonal harmony, regardless of musical training or physical disability. On a day-to-day basis, likely activity could include: programming, building and evaluating physical devices with microcontrollers, sensors and haptics; crafting digital signal processing systems; programming object-oriented user interfaces; co-design with deaf and physically disabled contributors; seeking ethical approval; collecting and analysing user data, writing project deliverables; publishing journal articles; and creating and documenting impact for REF 2029. Co-production and co-design will be used in case studies with UK charities and museums including the National Museum of Popular Music in Liverpool. Candidates must have completed or be close to completing a PhD in a subject relevant to the project, which includes (but is not restricted to) Computer Science, Music Technology, Music, Human Computer Interaction, Haptics, Digital Systems Processing, Assistive Technology. The post is funded for 30 months and is available from June 15th 2026. The successful candidate will be based in the School of Computing and Communications at the Open University campus in Milton Keynes. The post will involve some field work visits to charities and museums. The candidate will join the Music Computing Lab. The School provides a supportive and flexible working environment, where diversity is celebrated. The School is active in challenging injustice and promoting equitable treatment for those from marginalised or under-represented groups. It holds an Athena Swan Silver award for its work in gender equality. • Carry out research project as described above., • Collaborate with other researchers from other institutes., • Attend project meetings and relevant research group meetings., • Help organise, run and document workshops, evaluations and public engagement events that may involve participants with physical or sensory disabilities., • Play an active part in the research community at the Open University., • Publish research results in journals of international standing., • Disseminate research results at seminars and conferences, nationally and internationally., • Observe the principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion., • Attend appropriate staff development events, • Apply for internal/external funding as appropriate, under the guidance of the supervisor/other senior members of staff Essential • PhD in a subject relevant to the project, including (but is not restricted to) Computer Science, Music Technology, Music, Human Computer Interaction, Assistive Technology., • Strong oral and written communication skills., • Experience of writing and publishing peer-reviewed research at international level., • Literature review skills., • Knowledge and experience of object-oriented programming and user-interface design., • Max coding skills., • Supercollider coding skills., • Experience of coding and building IOT technology (e.g. Arduino, EPS32, Bela)., • Hardware design and building skills (e.g. controllers, sensors, interactive music systems)., • Knowledge of music theory (good understanding of the terminology and concepts of tonal harmony)., • Experience of guitar playing and performance to a level to allow informed design work on digitally enhanced stringed instruments., • Experience of teaching one or more musical instruments., • Experience of designing and carrying out evaluations of music computing systems with users., • Ability to visit the Music Computing Lab in Milton Keynes physically at least once a week. Desirable • Evidence of independent and collaborative research., • Interest in public engagement evidenced by outreach experience., • Video editing skills., • Experience of writing ethical approval cases., • Experience of interaction design and HCI techniques. If you have any questions, or need support or adjustments relating to your application, the recruitment process, or the role, please contact us on or email quoting the advert reference number. At The Open University, we offer a range of benefits to recognise and reward great work, alongside policies and flexible working that contribute towards a great work life balance. Get all the details of what benefits we offer by visiting our ___ (clicking this link will open a new window). We are open to discussions about flexible working. Whether its a job share, part time, compressed hours or another working arrangement. Please reach out to us to discuss what works best for you. Work location It is anticipated that a hybrid working pattern can be adopted for this role, where you can work from home and the office. However, as this role is contractually aligned to our Milton Keynes office it is expected that you will attend the office at least once per week and in response to business needs. The post will also involve some field work visits to charities and museums. If shortlisted, we anticipate interviews taking place on either 17th or 18th June via MS Teams. While most roles will remain open until the advertised closing date, applications may be reviewed on an ongoing basis. In some cases, vacancies may close earlier if a sufficient number of suitable applications has been received and equality impacts have been appropriately considered. All roles will remain advertised for a minimum of one week before any early closure is implemented. If you have started an application or were in the process of applying when the advert closed, we encourage you to get in touch. We are committed to understanding individual circumstances and can offer further support where needed, including reasonable adjustments for applicants with protected characteristics. To apply for this role please submit the following document(s): • CV

The Open University is the UKs largest university, a world leader in flexible part-time education combining a mission to widen access to higher education with research excellence, transforming lives through education. Find out more about us and our mission by watching this___ (you will be taken to YouTube by clicking this link). Applications are invited for a three-year Research and Innovation Associate (RIA) position in the School of Physical Sciences at The Open University. This postdoctoral role forms a central part of an STFC-funded project that integrates advanced laboratory techniques with JWST observations to investigate the chemical and physical properties of interstellar ices. JWST has revealed unprecedented detail in midinfrared ice absorption features, but the major bands particularly the 3m OHstretch and 4.27m CO stretch remain challenging to interpret due to intertwined effects of ice composition, thermal evolution, and scattering from grain growth. This project aims to address these challenges by generating the systematic laboratory datasets and optical constants needed to disentangle these influences and support robust interpretation of JWST ice spectra. The postholder will lead a coordinated programme of experiments across three work packages. Using ultra-high vacuum ice film deposition techniques, they will systematically investigate how ice composition and thermal history shape mid-infrared band profiles, producing a comprehensive spectral library and deriving accurate optical constants. They will also develop and apply a novel acoustic-levitation system to study microscopic ice aggregates, enabling controlled laboratory measurements of scattering effects relevant to grain growth in dense molecular clouds. Across all work packages the postholder will acquire and analyse highresolution midinfrared spectra and work closely with members of the OU astrochemistry team to incorporate the new laboratory data into the interpretation of (pre-)existing JWST ice observations, as well as to respond to observationally driven laboratory data needs. This role offers the opportunity to contribute foundational laboratory data that will inform radiativetransfer models, constrain ice mantle composition and physical properties in starforming regions, and shape the interpretation of JWST ice observations. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering highimpact publications, developing experimental methods, and advancing our understanding of the origins of molecular complexity in space. About the group you would join You will be based in the Open Universitys School of Physical Sciences and work in an interdisciplinary environment with access to state-of-the-art laboratory equipment and connections to external research facilities. You will work across the Physics and Astronomy Disciplines in a collaborative and supportive environment, benefitting from internationally recognised expertise in molecular physics, astrochemistry and observational astronomy, including researchers who play leading roles in JWST ice consortia. The person appointed to the post will undertake duties that include: • Working with, and in support of, the key objectives and deliverables of the research grant that funds this role, to ensure the project is successfully delivered., • Leading laboratory-based experimental work on interstellar ice analogues, including preparation, characterisation and analysis of samples., • Developing, refining and optimising experimental apparatus, techniques, and laboratory methods to advance the projects research objectives., • Carrying out advanced analysis of laboratory data and contributing to the interpretation of JWST ice observations., • Preparing and publishing high-quality research outputs in leading international journals., • Follow the Universitys Research Ethics and Health and Safety policies., • Ability to carry out the role in a way that is consistent with equality legislation and University policies., • Attend and complete appropriate staff development events and courses. Essential: • PhD in Experimental Physics/Physical Chemistry, Laboratory Astrochemistry or a closely related field., • Experience working with at least two of the following laboratory techniques: ultra-high vacuum, cryogenics, infrared spectroscopy, thin-film deposition, or ice aerosols., • Demonstrable ability to develop, adapt and improve experimental systems and maintain sustained progress in laboratory work., • Strong analytical and problemsolving skills, including experience analysing spectroscopic datasets, undertaking band-profile analysis and deconvolution, and critically scrutinising band assignments and spectral features., • Experience developing or using dataanalysis tools (in Python or Origin) with the ability to organise, document, and prepare laboratory datasets for wider use, including potential submission to community databases., • Ability to diagnose and resolve experimental issues effectively and safely, ensuring good laboratory practice at all times., • Ability to present your research effectively both orally and in scientific writing., • Ability to work both independently and as part of a diverse team, and to foster links with other groups., • A developing track record of peer-reviewed publications in international journals., • Knowledge and understanding in two or more of the following areas:, • Ice chemistry and physics, • Molecular spectroscopy (vibrational, electronic, rotational, solid state), • Scattering models (Mie, Rayleigh, Continuous Distribution of Ellipsoids), • Determination of optical constants, • Thin-film laser interference techniques, • Acoustic levitation, aerosol physics, or spectroscopy of solid-state particulate samples (excluding solution-based methods), • Familiarity with JWST ice data or the interpretation of observational ice spectra., • Ability to explore and test alternative experimental approaches to achieve the scientific objectives., • Experience contributing to open source scientific tools or spectral databases. If you have any questions, or need support or adjustments relating to your application, the recruitment process, or the role, please contact us on or email quoting the advert reference number. At The Open University, we offer a range of benefits to recognise and reward great work, alongside policies and flexible working that contribute towards a great work life balance. Get all the details of what benefits we offer by visiting our ___ (clicking this link will open a new window). We are open to discussions about flexible working. Whether its a job share, part time, compressed hours or another working arrangement. Please reach out to us to discuss what works best for you. Work location This role is contractually aligned to our Milton Keynes offices where we require onsite attendance each week. This is a laboratorybased research role that requires the postholder to work on site in Milton Keynes each day to carry out experimental duties. Some flexible working arrangements may be possible for nonlaboratory tasks and can be discussed with candidates. If shortlisted, we anticipate interviews taking place onsite in Milton Keynes on 17th or 18th June. While most roles will remain open until the advertised closing date, applications may be reviewed on an ongoing basis. In some cases, vacancies may close earlier if a sufficient number of suitable applications has been received and equality impacts have been appropriately considered. All roles will remain advertised for a minimum of one week before any early closure is implemented. If you have started an application or were in the process of applying when the advert closed, we encourage you to get in touch. We are committed to understanding individual circumstances and can offer further support where needed, including reasonable adjustments for applicants with protected characteristics. To apply for this role please submit the following document(s): • CV

The Open University is the UKs largest university, a world leader in flexible part-time education combining a mission to widen access to higher education with research excellence, transforming lives through education. Find out more about us and our mission by watching this ___ (you will be taken to YouTube by clicking this link). You will be welcomed as Research Associate in the team of the MoonRISE project, an interdisciplinary research project funded by UKRI investigating the cultural, scientific and environmental factors that determine what can be considered as sites of interest on the Moon. The project also examines the governance and ethical implications of defining sites of interest for different communities and cultures. You would be based within the Department of Geography and Environmental Studies working in close collaboration with other members of the team to develop the project's core idea of 'space diplomacy' and researching its implications for Lunar governance. About MoonRISE MoonRISE is a project funded by UKRI that researches the effective governance of sites of cultural, scientific and environmental interest on the Moon. The project team spans three Faculties: The Faculty of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, the Faculty of Business and Law, and the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. The project builds upon the work of AstrobiologyOU, which looks at the scientific, ethical and governance challenges associated with Astrobiology. About AstrobiologyOU AstrobiologyOU is an interdisciplinary research group addressing the scientific, ethical and governance challenges associated with the advancement of astrobiology and related space exploration missions. It spans three Faculties: The Faculty of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, the Faculty of Business and Law, and the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, bringing together 60 members with expertise in science, international development and governance. The Groups activities are supported by funding from UK Research councils, The UK Space Agency, The European Space Agency, and commercial activities, and has grown to its current strengths through a 7.4 million investment from Research Englands Expanding Excellence in England scheme. The Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (FASS) The Faculty is the largest and most diverse at The Open University, with some 50,000 students studying our modules with excellent completion rates and consistently outstanding student satisfaction ratings. Noted for the strength of our interdisciplinary approaches, our scholars of international standing teach and research a very wide range of topics and themes in specific subject areas, and having a direct and profound influence on our undergraduate and postgraduate teaching. The Faculty is organised into three Schools: • School of Psychology & Counselling, • School of Social Sciences & Global Studies With c.1800 members of staff comprising academics, associate lecturers, support staff and full-time research students working across the locations of the University, combining originality and innovation in research and curriculum, the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences is a vibrant and exciting place to study and work. To find out more about the Facultys teaching, learning and research, please visit: • To undertake research exploring how ideas of care have relevance to outer space in dialogue with current work in the field of Social Studies of Outer Space, but also with reference to work in Planetary Science., • To develop Isabelle Stengers and Bruno Latour's work on diplomacy such that it can be applied to the governance of lunar activities., • 'To design with the PI and other team members a methodology for enacting space diplomacy in research and policy., • To contribute to research on the values of lunar exploration activities and using that to inform principles for conflict resolution in space governance., • To engage with different audiences and communities who may be differently affected by changing and increasing lunar activities (including to understand the question of justice in relation to knowledge production)., • To undertake research that is internationally excellent and leads to high-impact peer-reviewed publications., • To be an active member of the MoonRISE project team, attending regular research group meetings and sharing knowledge with other members of the team., • To organise internal and external events such as workshops and evidence cafs (in person and hybrid)., • To present research updates and results and participate in seminars and workshops aimed at sharing research outcomes, fostering interdisciplinary collaborations., • To carry out administrative tasks associated with this work, such as risk assessments, workload planning, career development and staff appraisals., • To participate in national and international conferences (at least one per year) and events of learned societies., • To undertake professional development aligned with the job role and future aspirations., • To demonstrate the ability to act in accordance with the principles and practice of equality and diversity., • To undertake other duties, as directed by their Line Manager. Essential criteria: • PhD completed ('completed' is defined as having received your certification rather than having submitted your viva/thesis pending amendments) with a strong Science and Technology Studies (STS) component within Geography, STS, or related subjects in the Social Sciences and Environmental Humanities., • The ability to translate theoretical research into insights that address practical research problems and/or to design research methods., • Experience of working in interdisciplinary teams., • Experience of working with non-academic partners and/or engaging with communities beyond academia., • A demonstrable record of communicating research through peer reviewed publications and conference presentations (as fitting career stage)., • Excellent oral and written communication in a variety of contexts, including the ability to offer and receive constructive criticism., • The ability to plan and prioritise own workload and work to agreed deadlines., • Demonstrable evidence of taking responsibility and accountability for tasks while making effective use of available resources, information and feedback to improve efficiency, productivity and overall performance., • Experience in, or knowledge of, governance, ethical and philosophical debates related to space exploration., • Knowledge of global institutions; knowledge of space policy., • Experience of working with/within the space sector., • Evidence of contributions to public engagement or educational activities. If you have any questions, or need support or adjustments relating to your application, the recruitment process, or the role, please contact us on or email quoting the advert reference number. At The Open University, we offer a range of benefits to recognise and reward great work, alongside policies and flexible working that contribute towards a great work life balance. Get all the details of what benefits we offer by visiting our ___ (clicking this link will open a new window). We are open to discussions about flexible working. Whether its a job share, part time, compressed hours or another working arrangement. Please reach out to us to discuss what works best for you. It is anticipated that a hybrid working pattern can be adopted for this role, where you can work from home and the office. However, as this role is contractually aligned to our Milton Keynes office some attendance in the office will be required in response to business needs. Wed expect this to be at least 2 days per week, but this could be more often as business needs dictate. We expect interviews to take place on either 24th or 25th June 2026. While most roles will remain open until the advertised closing date, applications may be reviewed on an ongoing basis. In some cases, vacancies may close earlier if a sufficient number of suitable applications has been received and equality impacts have been appropriately considered. All roles will remain advertised for a minimum of one week before any early closure is implemented. If you have started an application or were in the process of applying when the advert closed, we encourage you to get in touch. We are committed to understanding individual circumstances and can offer further support where needed, including reasonable adjustments for applicants with protected characteristics. To apply for this role please submit the following document(s): • CV

The Open University is the UKs largest university, a world leader in flexible part-time education combining a mission to widen access to higher education with research excellence, transforming lives through education. Find out more about us and our mission by watching this___ (you will be taken to YouTube by clicking this link). The School of Life, Health and Chemical Sciences is part of the Faculty of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). It brings together a multi-disciplinary team of academics with expertise in a broad range of subjects, providing a stimulating, collaborative and supportive teaching and research environment. The School offers undergraduate qualifications in Biology, Natural Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Chemistry, and Health Sciences and a postgraduate qualification in Mental Health Sciences, as well as hosting PhD students and research fellows. Members of the School were submitted to REF2021 in Units of Assessment A3 (Allied Health Professions) and B12 (Engineering). For more information about our School, our research and our facilities please see . We are seeking to appoint a fixed-term lecturer in Natural Sciences to join the School of Life, Health and Chemical Sciences (LHCS) to support the development of our Stage 1 (the Framework for Higher Education Qualifications (FHEQ) Level 4) Natural Sciences curriculum with experience in teaching biology or chemistry at this level, and to contribute to our research profile. You will contribute to the design and delivery of OU undergraduate modules in the Natural Sciences programme. You should be prepared to bring an imaginative approach to the challenge of presenting science courses and programmes for a wide range of adult students of different backgrounds. You may also be required to teach at higher level. Since its inception, The Open University (OU) has focused on innovation in teaching and learning, with a track record of providing inspiring, world-leading programmes of higher education for students who learn at a distance. Building on award-winning initiatives such as the OpenSTEM Labs, the University is committed to delivering the highest quality teaching, together with excellent research. We provide rewarding academic career paths that are focused on world-class teaching, research, and knowledge exchange. In particular, within the supportive environment in the School, the post-holder(s) will be expected to: • Be an active member of the School of Life, Health and Chemical Sciences to help deliver academic excellence across both teaching and research., • Work as part of one or more teams, to contribute to the design, production, and presentation of asynchronous online materials for our Natural Sciences, biology and/or chemistry programmes., • Work with key stakeholders and new technologies to ensure our curriculum is future-focussed and imaginative and innovative in its approach., • Develop a research portfolio that has synergy with the Schools research strategy, attracting external funding and enhancing our reputation. Essential • A PhD in Biology, Chemistry, Natural Sciences or a relevant discipline., • Experience of teaching biology or chemistry at FHEQ undergraduate level 4., • Experience of teaching at FHEQ undergraduate level 5 and above in a relevant area., • An understanding of the role of modern technologies to deliver engaging learning opportunities for students, and a commitment to innovation in this area., • Evidence of the ability to successfully conduct research that complements the existing research in the School., • A broad knowledge of developments relevant to teaching and/or research in your discipline area., • Ability to work in accordance with the Universitys values and relevant policies., • An understanding of supported open and distance learning and experience of producing asynchronous online and/or distance learning materials., • Experience of teaching within an interdisciplinary context., • Experience of teaching both biology and chemistry at FHEQ undergraduate level 5 and above., • Higher Education professional accreditation or equivalent teaching qualification. If you have any questions, or need support or adjustments relating to your application, the recruitment process, or the role, please contact us on or email quoting the advert reference number. At The Open University, we offer a range of benefits to recognise and reward great work, alongside policies and flexible working that contribute towards a great work life balance. Get all the details of what benefits we offer by visiting our ___ (clicking this link will open a new window). We are open to discussions about flexible working. Whether its a job share, part time, compressed hours or another working arrangement. Please reach out to us to discuss what works best for you. Work location It is anticipated that a hybrid working pattern can be adopted for this role, where you can work from home and the office. However, as this role is contractually aligned to our Milton Keynes office it is expected that attendance on our Milton Keynes campus will be required when necessary and in response to business needs, for example for laboratory-based research and/or supervision of research students or occasional team meetings. Interview date: Likely to be late June or early July. The selection process for those shortlisted for interview will include the following (in addition to the main interview itself): • A short, specified written teaching activity to be completed before the interview date; this will be discussed with a teaching panel. While most roles will remain open until the advertised closing date, applications may be reviewed on an ongoing basis. In some cases, vacancies may close earlier if a sufficient number of suitable applications has been received and equality impacts have been appropriately considered. All roles will remain advertised for a minimum of one week before any early closure is implemented. If you have started an application or were in the process of applying when the advert closed, we encourage you to get in touch. We are committed to understanding individual circumstances and can offer further support where needed, including reasonable adjustments for applicants with protected characteristics. To apply for this role please submit the following document(s): • CV that includes details of academic qualifications, teaching and research experience, grants received and publications., • Supporting Statement, up to 1,000 words, you should set out in your supporting statement why youre interested in this role and provide examples of where your skills and experience meet the essential and desirable criteria for this role as detailed above. You may find it helpful to list each point and give an example for how you meet that requirement. 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The Open University is the UKs largest university, a world leader in flexible part-time education combining a mission to widen access to higher education with research excellence, transforming lives through education. Find out more about us and our mission by watching this ___ (you will be taken to YouTube by clicking this link). The Open University is recruiting for an Administrator to work in The Open Universitys Reading for Pleasure (RfP) Research and Practice Coalition which is the flagship of the Literacy and Social Justice Centre. The Coalition focuses on promoting volitional reading within and beyond schools to improve children and young peoples literacy outcomes, wider attainment and well-being. It frames reading as a right, emphasising the "will" over the "skills" of reading and works to foster a lifelong love of reading in the young. The teams diverse professional development, programmes, consultancy, evaluations and knowledge exchange work involves schools, teachers, librarians, charities, literacy organisations, authors, publishers and many others. We are seeking an administrator to support this work and its accompanying ___. • Creating and maintaining a detailed budget spreadsheet, including tracking income and expenditure, raising invoices, purchase orders, external consultancy requests, managing regular payments to external organisations as well as internal expenses, booking travel and accommodation., • Managing individual payments to external companies including charitable donations., • Administration of elements of the Reading and Writing Schools Programmes, Teacher Reading Groups, Higher Education Institution Partners, Student Teacher Ambassador Scheme, Awards (Harper Collins, OU and UKLA Award, and Student Award) including the coordination of ordering and delivery of associated resources, and managing the members-only area of the website., • Editing and uploading material to our website, liaising with the website designer to resolve more complex technical issues and creating and/or publishing posts., • Supporting conference organisation including liaison with the team, the Events Office, Catering, Security and technical assistance., • Creating Eventbrite pages, with hidden discounts, registration forms, developing and publishing event promotions., • Drafting and distributing comprehensive conference pre-event emails, event signage, materials and badging., • Supporting the delivery of online seminars, including the creation of Eventbrite registrations, setting up and managing the administration of large Zoom/Microsoft Teams meetings., • Editing and maintaining intranet pages for the Literacy and Social Justice Centre. Essential: • Able to demonstrate a good standard of written and spoken English, with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively., • Track record of providing efficient administrative and financial support to a team, including taking follow-up action and drafting responses for senior staff., • Organisational ability, accuracy, attention to detail and competence in financial and administrative work., • Experience of working in a busy office environment, with the ability to manage competing deadlines, prioritise effectively, be adaptable and handle an unpredictable workload., • Professionalism, confidence, and diplomacy in communicating effectively, with discretion and tact when dealing with a wide range of people within and beyond the University., • Ability to work collaboratively as an effective team member, alongside experience of independent working, proactively manging workload and active problem solving., • Excellent IT proficiency especially with Microsoft Office packages, Teams, or equivalent software., • Experience of OU systems and processes, such as SAP Ariba, Devcorn, Click Travel and Mailerlite, • Experience of Wordpress, Elementor, Canva. If you have any questions, or need support or adjustments relating to your application, the recruitment process, or the role, please contact us on or email quoting the advert reference number. At The Open University, we offer a range of benefits to recognise and reward great work, alongside policies and flexible working that contribute towards a great work life balance. Get all the details of what benefits we offer by visiting our ___ (clicking this link will open a new window). We are open to discussions about flexible working. Whether its a job share, part time, compressed hours or another working arrangement. Please reach out to us to discuss what works best for you. Working Location: It is anticipated that a hybrid working pattern can be adopted for this role, where the successful candidate can work from home and the office. However, as this role is contractually aligned to our Milton Keynes Office, it is expected that some attendance in the office will be required when necessary and in response to business needs. Wed expect this to be twice per month, but this could be more often if business needs dictate. Working 100% based from our Milton Keynes site is also supported if this is preferred by the candidate. Expenses associated with travel to our Milton Keynes site are not reimbursable. Working Pattern: This role is 11 hours per week and the expectation will be for the successful candidate to work 1.5 days over the week and the days worked can be negotiated. Interviews likely to take place week commencing 8th June 2026 While most roles will remain open until the advertised closing date, applications may be reviewed on an ongoing basis. In some cases, vacancies may close earlier if a sufficient number of suitable applications has been received and equality impacts have been appropriately considered. All roles will remain advertised for a minimum of one week before any early closure is implemented. If you have started an application or were in the process of applying when the advert closed, we encourage you to get in touch. We are committed to understanding individual circumstances and can offer further support where needed, including reasonable adjustments for applicants with protected characteristics. To apply for this role, please submit the following documents: • CV

The Open University is the UKs largest university, a world leader in flexible part-time education combining a mission to widen access to higher education with research excellence, transforming lives through education. Find out more about us and our mission by watching this ___ (you will be taken to YouTube by clicking this link). We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated Psychology Technician (Teaching and Research) to provide technical support to teaching teams, researchers and students in the School of Psychology & Counselling at The Open University. The role would suit a candidate with a degree in Psychology, practical working knowledge of software used in qualitative and quantitative research, and a strong technical skillset which can contribute to the development of technical support materials for online and distance teaching. The role holder will work as part of a team to provide technical support for students undertaking independent research projects required for the British Psychological Society core curriculum; provide support for specialist software used in staff and student research projects; assist with the administration of the online participant pool; and make updates to methods materials on the virtual learning environment (VLE) under the direction of academic staff. Relevant training and professional development opportunities will be made available. • To support staff and students in the use of specialist software such as SONA, Jamovi, SPSS, Gorilla, Qualtrics, and NVivo., • To support the administration of accounts for staff and students using licensed software, in line with the terms of the licence and General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). To update student user guides/screencasts for specific software used in modules and for final year projects under the direction of academic leads., • To offer technical research support to academic staff., • To provide administrative support for online participant pools for student and staff research projects., • To make updates to the online Methods Lab, a set of resources designed to help students consolidate their learning in research methods under the direction of academic leads. Essential: • A minimum 2.1 undergraduate degree in Psychology with Graduate Basis for Chartership of the British Psychological Society., • Demonstrable understanding of psychological research methods at undergraduate level using both quantitative approaches, particularly experiments and surveys, and qualitative approaches., • Competence in the use of Jamovi and SPSS statistical software., • Well-developed general computing and IT skills., • Ability and willingness to work collaboratively., • Experience of software for online experimental/behavioural research:, • Gorilla (Desirable), • Experience of software for online survey research:, • Qualtrics (Desirable), • Experience of online working including competence with online meeting software such as Microsoft Teams and/or Adobe Connect., • Flexibility, resilience and ability to be a team player, but also the capability to work independently., • Excellent verbal, written and electronic communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with academics, students and other technical staff., • Ability to work to tight deadlines., • Ability to coordinate, capture and interpret different types of information and activity., • Ability to resolve problems that might arise in the course of the role., • Experience guiding and advising undergraduate students., • Experience of editing material for a Virtual Learning Environment. (VLE), • Interest in collaborating with colleagues undertaking scholarship research in online pedagogy., • Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends. If you have any questions, or need support or adjustments relating to your application, the recruitment process, or the role, please contact us on or email quoting the advert reference number. At The Open University, we offer a range of benefits to recognise and reward great work, alongside policies and flexible working that contribute towards a great work life balance. Get all the details of what benefits we offer by visiting our ___ (clicking this link will open a new window). We are open to discussions about flexible working. Whether its a job share, part time, compressed hours or another working arrangement. Please reach out to us to discuss what works best for you. Working Location: It is anticipated that a hybrid working pattern can be adopted for this role, where the successful candidate can work from home and the office. However, as this role is contractually aligned to our Milton Keynes Office, it is expected that some attendance in the office will be required when necessary and in response to business needs. Full-time working based from our Milton Keynes site is also supported if this is preferred by the candidate. Expenses associated with travel to our Milton Keynes site are not reimbursable. Interviews are likely to take place week commencing 8th June 2026. While most roles will remain open until the advertised closing date, applications may be reviewed on an ongoing basis. In some cases, vacancies may close earlier if a sufficient number of suitable applications has been received and equality impacts have been appropriately considered. All roles will remain advertised for a minimum of one week before any early closure is implemented. If you have started an application or were in the process of applying when the advert closed, we encourage you to get in touch. We are committed to understanding individual circumstances and can offer further support where needed, including reasonable adjustments for applicants with protected characteristics. To apply for this role, please submit the following documents: • CV

The Open University is the UKs largest university, a world leader in flexible part-time education combining a mission to widen access to higher education with research excellence, transforming lives through education. Find out more about us and our mission by watching this ___ (you will be taken to YouTube by clicking this link). The Business Planning & Resource Manager will work closely with the Director of Estates to lead unit-wide planning across staff and non-staff resources. The role is central to resource planning, including presenting proposals to senior stakeholders such as the Vice-Chancellors Executive (VCE) Panel, Chief Financial Officer (CFO), and other Finance colleagues. A key responsibility of the role is the development, coordination, and critical assessment of business cases and feasibility studies, either as reviewer or lead author, ensuring financial robustness and supporting the organisations annual financial planning cycle. You will also oversee legacy financial responsibilities not covered by Finance Business Partner roles, working closely with Central Finance to ensure smooth financial operations. In addition, the post holder acts as Estates internal procurement expert, leading or supporting procurement exercises for works and services, ensuring compliance, value for money, and operational effectiveness. The role involves close collaboration with the Director of Estates, leadership and business partners, as well as hands-on financial administration, tracking, ordering, and forward resource planning. • Lead unit-wide business planning with the Director, covering finance, staffing, future forecasting, risk, and presentation to the VCE Panel in collaboration with Finance and People Business Partners., • Hold lead responsibility for legacy financial activities outside FBP roles, including ordering, expenditure and income tracking, supplier liaison, invoice queries, and use of the SPA Ariba system., • Conduct ad hoc internal financial and procurement audits to ensure compliance with policies and devolved responsibilities., • Prepare management information and financial analysis (spend patterns, trends, datasets) to support operational needs, business cases, and feasibility studies, avoiding duplication with FBPs., • Support capital budgeting and accounting by identifying capitalisable items, preparing budgets where required, and maintaining capital reporting with FBPs., • Prepare financial information and supporting data for grant applications and external funding enquiries., • Act as Unit Purchasing Card holder, authorising purchases, reconciling transactions, and approving payments., • Play a key role in business cases and feasibility studies, ranging from contributor to lead author, including drafting, critique, stakeholder engagement, and presentation of rationale to diverse audiences., • Provide bespoke financial input to Estates feasibility studies, ensuring data robustness and presenting findings clearly to multiple stakeholders., • Identify and manage financial, planning, and procurement risks, contributing to and maintaining the unit risk register., • Lead and support unit procurement activities, including sourcing strategies, tenders, quotations, evaluations, financial checks, award documentation, supplier communication, and valueformoney assessments., • Maintain contractor and supplier records, support annual insurance and estates management returns, advise on tax status of selfemployed contractors, and undertake ad hoc departmental tasks and projects as required. Essential • Degreelevel qualification in Business, Financial Management or Procurement (or equivalent professional experience)., • Proven experience in workforce/people data analysis within a complex organisation., • Strong capability to work closely with senior leadership, Finance and People Business Partners, and administrative teams., • Indepth knowledge of unit planning, forecasting (staff and nonstaff), and operational practices, supporting Directors with current and future resource planning., • Sound understanding of devolved procurement, procurement systems, supplier engagement, and valueformoney principles, acting as an internal procurement expert., • Demonstrated experience in capital budgeting and the development, appraisal, and presentation of business cases and feasibility studies., • Solid understanding of budgeting, reporting, and financial administration within operational projects., • Advanced data analysis and management accounting skills, including handling and interpreting sensitive personal data., • Strong stakeholder engagement skills, particularly with Strategy and Finance functions., • Ability to carry out robust qualitative and quantitative analysis, identify risks and trends, and clearly communicate insights to technical and nontechnical audiences., • Excellent teamwork, workload planning, prioritisation, and decisionmaking skills, with the ability to work independently under pressure., • Demonstratable experience of project management and quality assurance., • Data analysis experience with proven ability to understand complex business questions and take a lead role in the development of a coherent analytical framework which delivers insight into performance., • Understanding of University Governance and Professional Service networks and process requirements including EDI, BIA and EIA requirements., • Knowledge of impact evaluation and stakeholder engagement strategies. If you have any questions, or need support or adjustments relating to your application, the recruitment process, or the role, please contact us on or email quoting the advert reference number. At The Open University, we offer a range of benefits to recognise and reward great work, alongside policies and flexible working that contribute towards a great work life balance. Get all the details of what benefits we offer by visiting our ___ (clicking this link will open a new window). Please note that this role is based on site at our Milton Keynes campus and will require the successful candidate to work on campus for their full working week. We are open to discussions about flexible working. Whether its a job share, part time, compressed hours or another working arrangement. Please reach out to us to discuss what works best for you. We anticipate that face-to-face interviews for this role will be taking place on-site at our Milton Keynes campus during the week commencing 1 June 2026. While most roles will remain open until the advertised closing date, applications may be reviewed on an ongoing basis. In some cases, vacancies may close earlier if a sufficient number of suitable applications has been received and equality impacts have been appropriately considered. All roles will remain advertised for a minimum of one week before any early closure is implemented. If you have started an application or were in the process of applying when the advert closed, we encourage you to get in touch. We are committed to understanding individual circumstances and can offer further support where needed, including reasonable adjustments for applicants with protected characteristics. To apply for this role please submit the following documents: • CV

The Open University is the UKs largest university, a world leader in flexible part-time education combining a mission to widen access to higher education with research excellence, transforming lives through education. Find out more about us and our mission by watching this ___ (you will be taken to YouTube by clicking this link). Digital Services is at the heart of delivering life-changing learning experiences that enrich society. We combine trusted design, data expertise, and cutting-edge technology to support lifelong learning. Our objectives are to: • Enhance the student and staff experience through simple, evidence-based solutions., • Deliver value iteratively, securely, and at speed. With our ethos of being open to people, places, methods, and ideas, we proudly support students in every setting imaginablefrom submarines to prisons, and everywhere in between. We take pride in enabling our academics to teach and our students to learn, no matter the circumstances. We are recruiting multiple Senior Engineers across different teams. These roles sit in teams delivering a range of businesscritical digital products, typically involving .NETbased systems hosted on Azure and operating in a modern DevOps environment. While the core expectations are consistent across all roles, the specific context will vary: most positions will work within product teams delivering and evolving userfacing services, while at least one role will operate in an integrationfocused context, where the Senior Engineer will work on the design, development, and support of APIbased services using C# and a modern Azurebased technology stack, enabling secure access to institutional data for consumption by other systems across the University. Candidates are not expected to have experience across all contexts, and rolespecific focus and technologies will be discussed during the recruitment process. As aSenior Engineer at The Open University, you will lead the design, development, and delivery of innovative software solutions that drive our organization forward. Collaborating with product managers, designers, and other engineers, you will create scalable systems that meet user needs and support our growth. Youll be responsible for driving technical excellence, making key architectural decisions, and ensuring best practices across all projects. Leveraging your extensive experience, you will mentor junior engineers, provide technical leadership, and solve complex problems to build secure, efficient, and high-performing systems. Were looking for a proactive and passionate engineer who thrives in a dynamic environment and is committed to continuous improvement. If youre excited about exploring emerging technologies and making a significant impact, this is your opportunity to advance your career and contribute to meaningful projects. Join our agile engineering team and help shape the integration of cutting-edge solutions across a diverse technology stack, including both on-premises and cloud platforms like AWS and Microsoft Azure. We embrace DevOps practices, supporting seamless development pipelines and deployments as part of our commitment to innovation and professional growth. The role may be applied across teams operating in different technical contexts, delivery models, and technology stacks, with emphasis varying according to team and service needs. At The Open University, we never stand still. Be part of our journey to push the boundaries of technology and make a real difference. • Lead Software Development Projects : Guide the design, development, and implementation of software solutions, ensuring they are robust, scalable, and aligned with The Open University objectives. Provide technical leadership and mentorship, and may include line management, to junior team members., • Architect and Design Systems : Develop and refine system architectures and software designs that meet requirements and technical specifications. Ensure that all designs are maintainable, secure, and optimized for performance, and systems are designed to be observable, supportable, and resilient in live operation, with appropriate monitoring, alerting, and operational documentation in place., • Drive Technical Excellence : Champion best practices in software development, including coding standards, TDD and automated testing approaches (e.g. unit and integration),, and version control, to ensure the delivery of high-quality, scalable and maintainable software products., • Oversee System Integration : Manage the integration of multiple software components, ensuring seamless interaction and functionality across the system., • Data Management and Analysis : Lead efforts in data modelling, database design, and business intelligence to support data-driven decision making and improve system performance., • Enhance User Experience : Collaborate with UX designers to ensure that user experience is a key consideration in the development process. Translate user needs into functional software features that deliver value., • Monitor and Assess Emerging Technologies : Stay informed about new and emerging technologies, evaluating their potential to enhance current and future projects., • Implement Security and Compliance Standards : Ensure that software solutions comply with security standards and industry regulations. Implement best practices to protect data and maintain system integrity., • Quality Assurance and Testing : Oversee comprehensive testing strategies, including functional, non-functional, and security testing, to ensure software reliability and performance., • Support Operational Excellence : Contribute to the stability and performance of software applications by supporting incident and problem management, utilising observability data, as part of a buildrunown approach, including out-of-hours as required, as well as service level and capacity planning., • Conduct Services, Products and Requirements Analysis : Work closely with stakeholders to understand their needs, define technical requirements, and assess the feasibility of proposed solutions. Document and manage requirements to ensure alignment with project goals., • Resource and Supplier Management : Assist in managing resource allocation and collaborate with external vendors to ensure project needs are met effectively and efficiently. Key Skills and Experience: • Proven Software Engineering Expertise : Extensive experience in software development (coding, test writing and debugging), reviewing other peoples work, with a deep understanding of programming, system design, and testing practices., • Strong System and Software Design Skills : Ability to design scalable and efficient systems, ensuring architectural integrity and alignment with The Open University objectives, with experience contributing to systems built using modern architectural patterns such as microservices, APIfirst design, and cloudnative platforms., • Advanced Data Management : Skilled in data modelling, database design, and implementing business intelligence solutions to support analytics and decision-making., • User-Centric Development : Experience in integrating user experience design principles into the software development process to create intuitive and effective user interfaces., • Emerging Technology Enthusiast : Passion for exploring and integrating new technologies to enhance software solutions and business capabilities., • Security and Compliance Focus : Knowledgeable in implementing security protocols and ensuring compliance with industry standards to protect systems and data., • Quality Assurance Leader : Strong focus on quality, with experience in leading comprehensive testing strategies to ensure the reliability and performance of software products., • Effective Analysis and Requirement Management : Proven ability to translate user needs into technical requirements and assess the feasibility of proposed solutions., • Operational and Resource Management : Experience in managing resources, supporting application operations, and working with external suppliers to meet project demands., • Leadership and Mentorship : You lead by example, providing guidance and support to team members, and fostering a collaborative and inclusive team environment., • Analytical and Strategic Thinking : You are capable of understanding complex business challenges and developing strategic technical solutions to address them., • Proactive and Innovative : You actively seek out opportunities for improvement and are eager to integrate new technologies and methodologies into your work., • Attention to Detail : You ensure accuracy and quality in all aspects of your work, from coding and testing to documentation and analysis., • Effective Communicator : You are able to convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring clear understanding and alignment. If you have any questions, or need support or adjustments relating to your application, the recruitment process, or the role, please contact us on or email quoting the advert reference number. At The Open University, we offer a range of benefits to recognise and reward great work, alongside policies and flexible working that contribute towards a great work life balance. Get all the details of what benefits we offer by visiting our ___ (clicking this link will open a new window). We are open to discussions about flexible working. Whether its a job share, part time, compressed hours or another working arrangement. Please reach out to us to discuss what works best for you. It is anticipated that a hybrid working pattern can be adopted for this role, where the successful candidate can work from home and the office. However, as this role is contractually aligned to our Milton Keynes office it is expected that some attendance in the office will be required when necessary and in response to business needs. Wed anticipate this to be on average once per month. We anticipate that interviews for this role will be taking place online via Microsoft Teams during the week commencing 8 or 15 June 2026. While most roles will remain open until the advertised closing date, applications may be reviewed on an ongoing basis. In some cases, vacancies may close earlier if a sufficient number of suitable applications have been received and equality impacts have been appropriately considered. All roles will remain advertised for a minimum of one week before any early closure is implemented. If you have started an application or were in the process of applying when the advert closed, we encourage you to get in touch. We are committed to understanding individual circumstances and can offer further support where needed, including reasonable adjustments for applicants with protected characteristics. To apply for this role please submit the following documents: • CV

The Open University is the UKs largest university, a world leader in flexible part-time education combining a mission to widen access to higher education with research excellence, transforming lives through education. Find out more about us and our mission by watching this ___ (you will be taken to YouTube by clicking this link). Working within OU Validation Partnerships (OUVP), the Partnerships Administrator will report to the Validation Support Manager and provide comprehensive administrative and project support to the Senior Manager Partnerships and Manager Partnerships in the management and oversight of the Universitys collaborative partnerships across Further and Higher Education. You will contribute to the review, enhancement and implementation of processes that assure the quality and standards of the Universitys non-validated taught Curriculum Partnerships, as well as provide administrative support for processes relating to the approval and review of both potential and existing validated partners. • Manage and monitor a shared email box and provide assistance with queries from colleagues across the university., • Assist the Senior Manager Partnerships and Manager Partnerships with administrative tasks and support to include:, • Project support, team activity planning support., • Support and guidance in respect of the quality assurance of collaborative provision., • Updating and publication of the University registry of Partnerships., • Partnership reporting to central University departments., • Website (intranet) ongoing review, maintenance, updates, and development., • Development, update, and maintenance of accurate electronic record and consistent filing systems., • Specific projects/activities/working groups to ensure that the unit is audit ready and working as efficiently and effectively at all times., • Assist the Approvals Team (Validation) with administrative tasks and support related to the delivery of the OU validated awards, including:, • Arranging and supporting, meetings and visits, • Managing the receipt and circulation of documentation and collation of feedback, • Assist with the maintenance of records and correspondence and provide accurate information and data in support of the Units responsibilities, including:, • Preparing award documentation for the conferment of Validated Awards and the printing of Validated Award certificates in liaison with the Validation and Awards Co-ordinator., • Liaise with other University units, as required, including Finance, Central Legal Services, Business Development Unit, Faculties, the Research office and the Quality office., • Work collaboratively with other OUVP staff to support and deliver the Units responsibilities;, • Prepare papers, reports, data for Senior Management Team as well as updating Standard Operating Procedures Essential • Excellent IT skills, including advanced level IT skills in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Word., • Experience in an administrative post, providing office cover and meeting support and minute taking, data entry, including updating, maintaining and extracting data from spreadsheets and databases., • Excellent Communication skills, both written and verbal, including the ability to disseminate information effectively, proof read documents and amend documentation as necessary., • Excellent inter-personal skills and the ability to build good relations, with a friendly, approachable, patient and facilitative manner, using tact and discretion as necessary., • Proven ability to work to a high level of accuracy with attention to detail, particularly when under pressure., • Ability to prioritise and adapt in a busy and changing environment, using initiative to achieve results., • Flexibility and the ability to work collaboratively and responsively in a variety of team settings., • Proven organisation and time management skills with ability to remain effective under pressure., • Evidence of commitment to continuous improvement of services and to own personal development., • An awareness of issues relevant to the Higher Education sector, nationally and internationally., • Experience of working with Quality Assurance processes and procedures., • Experience of working in a partnerships team or within collaborative provision., • Experience of website maintenance., • Project management experience. If you have any questions, or need support or adjustments relating to your application, the recruitment process, or the role, please contact us on or email quoting the advert reference number. At The Open University, we offer a range of benefits to recognise and reward great work, alongside policies and flexible working that contribute towards a great work life balance. Get all the details of what benefits we offer by visiting our ___ (clicking this link will open a new window). Hours This is a part time postion of 20 hours per week, preferably worked across five days, although four days will be considered. The role is required to cover mornings, with a latest start time of 9.30am. We are open to discussions about flexible working. Whether its a job share, part time, compressed hours or another working arrangement. Please reach out to us to discuss what works best for you. Work location It is anticipated that a hybrid working pattern can be adopted for this role, where you can work from home and the office. However, as this role is contractually aligned to our Milton Keynes office it is expected that some attendance in the office will be required when necessary and in response to business needs. Wed expect this to be approximately once per week on a Wednesday. Interviews are anticipated to take place week commencing 1 June 2026. While most roles will remain open until the advertised closing date, applications may be reviewed on an ongoing basis. In some cases, vacancies may close earlier if a sufficient number of suitable applications has been received and equality impacts have been appropriately considered. All roles will remain advertised for a minimum of one week before any early closure is implemented. If you have started an application or were in the process of applying when the advert closed, we encourage you to get in touch. We are committed to understanding individual circumstances and can offer further support where needed, including reasonable adjustments for applicants with protected characteristics. To apply for this role, please submit the following as separate documents; • CV

The Open University is the UKs largest university, a world leader in flexible part-time education combining a mission to widen access to higher education with research excellence, transforming lives through education. Find out more about us and our mission by watching this ___ (you will be taken to YouTube by clicking this link). The Open University is seeking a strategic and values-led Lead HR Business Partner to join People Services. In this pivotal role you will partner with senior leaders across your portfolio to translate university strategy into a people agenda that strengthens organisational performance, culture and employee experience. Working in a matrix model and closely with Centres of Expertise (CoEs), People Operations and wider Professional Services, you will shape and deliver workforce, talent, leadership, reward, inclusion and change priorities. You will use insight and data to diagnose issues, design interventions and ensure measurable impact aligned to the University People Plan. With responsibility for multiple Faculty and/or Professional Services units of significant complexity, you will provide trusted, evidence-based challenge and coaching to leaders. You will lead multi-disciplinary virtual teams to deliver agreed priorities, improve leadership capability and embed sustainable ways of working. • Co-create and deliver the people plan for your portfolio, aligning workforce priorities to strategy, financial plans and operating model requirements., • Lead and chair multi-disciplinary virtual teams, partnering with CoE and operational support to design and deliver solutions at pace., • Act as a trusted adviser and critical friend to senior leaders, providing constructive challenge, options and risk-based recommendations on complex people matters., • Build strategic workforce plans (capability, capacity, cost) and drive execution through recruitment, internal mobility, resourcing models and skills development., • Use people data, insight and external benchmarking to identify trends, diagnose root causes and measure the impact of interventions (e.g., engagement, retention, performance, inclusion and wellbeing)., • Build strong, credible relationships with leaders and stakeholders, enabling effective decision-making and ensuring timely access to the right expertise and resources., • Enable a high-performance culture through leadership coaching and practical solutions across performance, talent, succession, learning and development, and reward., • Lead the people aspects of change, including organisation design, consultation, capability building and adoption of new ways of working., • Embed inclusive leadership and equitable practices, partnering with leaders and CoEs to remove barriers and improve outcomes., • Partner with leaders to strengthen engagement, wellbeing and organisational health, using listening channels and action planning to drive improvement. 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Usually meets commitments to others., • Holds constructive dialogue with the team regularly; takes multiple perspectives into account when making decisions. If you have any questions, or need support or adjustments relating to your application, the recruitment process, or the role, please contact us on or email quoting the advert reference number. At The Open University, we offer a range of benefits to recognise and reward great work, alongside policies and flexible working that contribute towards a great work life balance. Get all the details of what benefits we offer by visiting our ___ (clicking this link will open a new window). We are open to discussions about flexible working. Whether its a job share, part time, compressed hours or another working arrangement. Please reach out to us to discuss what works best for you. It is anticipated that a hybrid working pattern can be adopted for this role, where the successful candidate can work from home and the office. However, as this role is contractually aligned to our Milton Keynes office it is expected that some attendance in the office will be required when necessary and in response to business needs. Wed expect this to be at least four to five times per month. We anticipate that interviews for this role will be taking place during the week commencing 1 June 2026. While most roles will remain open until the advertised closing date, applications may be reviewed on an ongoing basis. In some cases, vacancies may close earlier if a sufficient number of suitable applications has been received and equality impacts have been appropriately considered. All roles will remain advertised for a minimum of one week before any early closure is implemented. If you have started an application or were in the process of applying when the advert closed, we encourage you to get in touch. We are committed to understanding individual circumstances and can offer further support where needed, including reasonable adjustments for applicants with protected characteristics. To apply for this role please submit the following documents: • CV

Caterplus - More Than a Meal, It's a Community At Caterplus , we don't just serve food - we create warm, welcoming spaces where the over-55 community can connect, share, and enjoy great company over delicious meals. Every dish is made with care, fresh ingredients, and a big helping of heart. What you'll be doing... As a Chef Manager you will proactively manage teams on site as well as be accountable for recruiting, inducting, training, and supporting colleagues to deliver an efficient, high-quality service to Elior UK, our customer and clients. Motivating and managing a team Controlling and managing a budget Accountable for ensuring ongoing team communications, including building internal and external relationships, management reporting and client liaison to enable operational excellence Working Pattern: 5 days out of 7 | 37.5 hours per week Salary: £40k per annum Job ID: 6577 What can you bring? Genuine interest in customer service excellence Focused on the front line Proven team leader experience Self-motivated and able to work well unsupervised Previous experience within catering desirable Brilliant Work Deserves Brilliant Perks! At Elior, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows. That's why we make sure our team feels appreciated, supported, and set up for success! Here's what's waiting for you: Free, tasty meals • Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work! Flexible working, • including part time roles, because life doesn't run on a 9-5 schedule. Plenty of Time to Unwind, • 28 days of holiday, and after two years, enjoy even more with 31 days. Leave for life's important moments, • whether family, personal or unexpected. Give back time, • paid volunteering days for the causes you care about. Room to grow, • career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career. Wellbeing first, • mental health support and wellbeing perks. Financial security, • pension schemes and life assurance. Exclusive discounts, • save on entertainment, leisure, and even travel! One small thing - we welcome you to apply using the name you feel most comfortable with! No need for legal names at this stage. Why You'll Love Working Here We're a people-first business with over 10,000 colleagues across the UK , serving everything from stadiums to hospitals, schools to workplaces. Our mission? To enrich lives everywhere, every day. And here's the best part - 87% of our team say they're proud to work here! Why? Because we create a place where you're listened to, trusted, supported, and valued. Not sure you match every single requirement? Apply anyway! Research shows that many people - especially women and those from underrepresented backgrounds - hold back unless they meet 100% of the criteria. But we hire for potential, not just experience. If you're passionate and ready to grow, we want to hear from you! We Celebrate You! At Elior, diversity and inclusion aren't just policies, they're who we are. We know that different perspectives make us stronger, and we're dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed. Need any support or adjustments during the application process? Just let us know - we're happy to help! Ready to join us? Hit 'Apply Now' and let's chat! TPBN1_UKCT

Residential Secretary / Paralegal Location: Sutton Job Type: Full-Time - *fully office based Salary: £25k-£30k About the Role An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Residential Secretary / Paralegal to join a busy and well-established legal practice. Working within a fast-paced environment, you will provide direct support to a senior fee earner, assisting with a varied residential property caseload from instruction through to completion. This role is well suited to an organised and proactive individual who is comfortable managing competing priorities. Key Responsibilities Provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to the conveyancing team Open, maintain, and archive client files (both electronic and paper-based) Undertake client onboarding processes in line with AML requirements Review and check correspondence, legal documentation, and reports Prepare key conveyancing documents including TR1, AP1, and SDLT forms Complete audio typing and draft professional correspondence Manage incoming and outgoing communications, ensuring timely responses Monitor emails and post on behalf of the fee earner Assist in billing processes, including generating and issuing invoices Identify and resolve issues to ensure matters progress efficiently Candidate Requirements Previous experience within residential conveyancing, ideally including post-exchange matters Experience supporting a busy fee earner within a legal environment Strong written and verbal communication skills with high attention to detail Proficient in Microsoft Office with strong typing ability Experience using a case management system (DPS advantageous but not essential) Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage workload independently A collaborative and proactive approach to work What's on Offer Supportive and professional working environment Opportunities for development within a growing legal team Competitive salary and benefits package Exposure to a varied and busy conveyancing caseloadOffice Angels is an employment agency. We are an equal opportunities employer who put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website

L&D Specialist Full time hours Remote work from home + travel for meetings / training facilitation Salary £34,000 - £39,000 per annum + Company performance bonus + Benefits Permanent Our key office spaces for face-to-face training are located in Bristol and Cannock Are you an experienced L&D Specialist looking for an opportunity where you can make a difference? If so, we would love to hear from you! We are one of the largest independent operators of crematoria in the UK, supported by almost 500 empathetic and dedicated individuals and we are growing. We have more than 42 sites across the country and 3 business areas. This is a remote / hybrid role with travel to attend meetings / for training as required each month (2-3 times on average but this will vary so flexibility is key). Our key office spaces for face-to-face training are located in Bristol and Cannock so the ability to travel to these locations and other venues is important. Like many of our colleagues, you might not have considered our sector before, however it’s an opportunity to become a part of something truly meaningful and significant. The role This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys creating engaging learning experiences, building relationships across a business and supporting colleagues to learn, grow and develop. Working closely with the Head of Learning & Development, you’ll support the delivery of our L&D strategy and play a key role in driving a modern, self-led learning culture across Westerleigh Group. As a small team of 2 this is a great opportunity to really grow and develop a variety of skills. This is a varied role combining learning administration, digital learning, stakeholder engagement and training delivery. You’ll help manage and evolve our learning platform (Thrive), create engaging content and support colleagues through every stage of the learning journey. We’re looking for someone who is curious, organised, confident communicating with stakeholders and passionate about making learning accessible, engaging and impactful. Key responsibilities include: Working with the Head of Learning and Development and internal stakeholders to understand the business plan and development strategy. Role modelling the promotion of a self-led learning culture to colleagues at all levels. Encouraging the use of learning in the flow of work, through bite-sized and microlearning content. Design and deliver behavioural development training sessions including facilitating Memorial Sales Training, Personal Resilience training, Connections and how to influence, Challenging conversations and Quality conversations. Creating engaging digital learning content using Articulate Storyline 360 and Rise 360. Co-ordinating in-house training courses, including administration, booking management, attendance and maintaining training events calendar. Maintaining collaborative relationships with external providers – training providers, print companies etc. Tracking and recording of all training across the group, identifying refresher training as appropriate. First point of contact for training queries and requests. Managing the L&D inbox and providing advice to colleagues in relation to learning and development. Managing phased new starter onboarding process, including delivering virtual check in sessions. LEX - Managing the learning and communications platform and learning experience (Thrive). This will include driving engagement and usage, working with the business to ensure it is up to date with relevant business driving campaigns and regular content audits. You will also deliver organisation wide reporting, oversee mandatory training assignments and stay up to date with new digital enhancements to optimise the end user experience. E-learning creation - Working with stakeholders and SMEs to design in-house eLearning modules and other learning materials. L&D reporting to business heads; updating and collating data. Staying up to date with emerging trends and technologies that will help shape the future of L&D at Westerleigh Group.About you Previous experience in a similar L&D Specialist role as a Learning & Development Specialist / Learning Experience Specialist / Digital Learning Specialist. Training design and delivery. Experience of managing an LXP (We use Thrive). Creating eLearning content using Articulate Storyline 360 and Rise 360. IT literacy (Windows XP/Microsoft Office/Teams/E-mail). Strong and successful stakeholder management. High level of communication skills. Experience delivering training, facilitation or behavioural development workshops. Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. A proactive and self-motivated approach. Experience of using Canva and Adobe preferred Insights Discovery Practitioner would be desirable although training can be provided.What We Offer If you would like to join the Westerleigh team, you can be sure of a warm welcome, ongoing training and development and a sense of pride by truly making a difference every day to the families we serve. No two days are the same and many of our Managers have developed their careers within the business. The values we champion are Safety First, Exceptional Care, Uniquely Personal and One Team. In addition to salary, you will also be eligible for the following benefits: 24 days holiday + 8 days bank holiday Company performance Bonus Life Assurance Access to a wide range of retail discounts and wellbeing support Ongoing learning & development Pension scheme Employee Assistance / Occupational health support Program Headspace: Mindfulness App Mental Health Ambassadors The benefit we hope you’ll never need: Free Cremation benefit for Immediate family Bereavement Leave Enhanced maternity & paternity pay Recognition scheme Free Flu jab Employee discount at onsite café Free parkingWhat next? Start a career with significance by applying today. We generally advertise vacancies for a minimum of 1 week before reviewing applications. We reserve the right to close the application window sooner if a significant number of applications are received. If you’re not contacted, please assume you have been unsuccessful. 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