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Teaching Personnel are looking to appoint a passionate and committed EYFS Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in the Durham area. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is enthusiastic about early years education and dedicated to supporting young learners as they begin their school journey. Role Overview: The successful candidate will work alongside the class teacher to provide high-quality support within an engaging and nurturing EYFS environment. You will help to plan and deliver creative activities that promote early learning, play, and personal development, ensuring that every child feels supported and encouraged to thrive. This is a full time role Monday to Friday. This is a temporary role with the opportunity to go permanent for the right candidate. Requirements: ✅ A recognised qualification or course covering the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) ✅ A valid Paediatric First Aid certificate ✅ Experience supporting children within an early years or primary setting ✅ A caring, patient, and proactive approach to working with young children Desirable: ⭐ Experience working with children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) What We Offer: Competitive pay, paid weekly through PAYE A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement Access to CPD and training opportunities through Teaching Personnel The chance to make a real difference in the early stages of children s education If you are passionate about shaping children s early learning experiences and would like to join a supportive and friendly school community in Durham, we would love to hear from you! All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

Job Title: Senior Security Risk Manager Department: Estates and Facilities Directorate Accommodation and Commercial Services Grade: Grade 8 Salary range: £47,389-£56,535 Working arrangements: Full time (nominal 35 hours) Permanent Hybrid working (minimum of three days per week onsite, depending on business needs) May be a requirement to work evenings and weekends, as business demands May be required to participate in the out of hours on-call rota, relevant to the role Closing date: Thursday 20th November 2025 The University At Durham University we are proud of our people. A globally outstanding centre of educational excellence, a collegiate community of extraordinary people, a unique and historic setting - Durham is a university like no other. We believe that inspiring our people to do outstanding things at Durham enables Durham people to do outstanding things professionally and personally. Across the University we have a huge variety of roles and career opportunities, which together make us a large and successful community, which is a key hub of activity within our region and nationally. We would be thrilled if you would consider joining our thriving University. Further information about the University can be found here. The Role and Department As Senior Security Risk Manager, you will provide professional, strategic, dynamic leadership for protective (physical) security management, covering all aspects of security e.g. counter terrorism, crime prevention. You will oversee the corporate strategy, objectives, arrangements and infrastructure for managing protective (physical) security, as well as monitoring the levels of compliance and implementation, while keeping the University Executive Committee and other senior leaders informed of any issues. You will have responsibility for developing and maintaining protective (physical) security management systems, reviewing and refreshing existing policies and processes, as well as developing the protective (physical) security management strategy, promoting best practice and ensuring full compliance while reinforcing a positive security culture. You will assist in ensuring that security risks are considered and managed in all refurbishment and new build projects to support the Estates and Facilities Directorate. You will be the University's responsible person, as currently outlined in the Terrorism (Protection of premises) draft bill (Martyn's Law), assessing security threats and vulnerabilities to provide proportionate advice, guidance and training. This role, while positioned within the Estates and Facilities Directorate (E&FD), sits within the portfolio of the Chief Operating Officer, with responsibilities that span across the entire University. The post-holder is expected to provide expertise, guidance, and advice to ensure a safe and secure environment for all academic, student, professional service, and visitor-related activities. E&FD provides essential services to Durham University and is responsible for managing, maintaining and developing the infrastructure and building fabric of the various campuses. Further information about the role and the responsibilities is at the bottom of this job description. Working at Durham A competitive salary is only one part of the many fantastic benefits you will receive if you join the University: you will also receive access to the following fantastic benefits: • 30 days annual leave, in addition to 8 public holidays and 4 customary days per year (a total of 42 days per year)., • The University closes between Christmas and New Year., • We offer a generous pension scheme, as a new member of staff you will be automatically enrolled into the University Superannuation Scheme (USS)., • No matter how you travel to work, we have you covered. We have parking across campus, a cycle to work scheme which helps you to buy a bike and discount with local bus and train companies., • There is a genuine commitment to developing our colleagues professionally and personally. There is a comprehensive range of development courses, apprenticeships and access to qualifications and routes to develop your career in the University. All staff have dedicated annual time to concentrate on their personal development opportunities., • Lots of support for health and wellbeing, including discounted membership for our state-of-the-art sport and gym facilities and access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme., • Onsite nursery is available and children's clubs in the summer holidays., • Family friendly policies, including maternity and adoption leave, which are among the most generous in the higher education sector (and likely above and beyond many employers)., • The opportunity to take part in staff volunteering activities to make a difference in the local community, • Discounts are available via our benefits portal, including money off at supermarkets, high street retailers, IT products such as Apple, the cinema, and days out at various attractions., • A salary sacrifice scheme is also available, to help you take advantage of tax savings on benefits., • If you are moving to Durham, we can help with removal costs and we have a dedicated team who can help you with the practicalities such as house hunting and schools. If you need a visa, we cover most visa costs and offer an interest free loan scheme to pay for dependant visas. Durham University is committed to equality diversity, inclusion and values Our collective aim is to create an open and inclusive environment where everyone can reach their full potential and we believe our staff should reflect the diversity of the global community in which we work. As a University, equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) are a key part of the University's Strategy and a central part of everything we do. We also live by our values and our Staff Code of Conduct. At Durham, we actively work towards providing an environment where our staff and students can study, work and live in a community that is supportive and inclusive. We welcome and encourage applications from members of groups who are under-represented in our work force, including people with disabilities, women, and black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. If you have taken time out of your career, and you feel it relevant, let us know about it in your application. If you are a candidate with a disability, we are committed to ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process. We will make adjustments to support the interview process, wherever it is reasonable to do so, and, where successful, reasonable adjustments will be made to support people within their role. What you need to demonstrate when you apply/Person Specification When you apply it is important that you let us know what skills/experience you have from a similar role and/or what skills/experience you have which would make you right for this role. Further information about the role and responsibilities is at the end of this job description. Where a criterion has an asterisk* next to it, it may be given additional weighting when your application is considered. Your application should cover the following criteria: Essential Criteria Qualifications/Experience 1. Educated to degree level (or equivalent experience)., 2. Hold a professional qualification in Protective (Physical) Security Risk Management that includes crime prevention and counter terrorism., 3. Recognised professional protective (physical) security practitioner with demonstrable specialist knowledge and expertise used to influence, events and activities within a complex organisation., 4. Relevant experience of providing specialist protective (physical) security risk management advice and guidance to a range of customers and colleagues, including more senior colleagues in a large, complex organisation., 5. Evidence of competence (skills, knowledge and experience) in implementing protective (physical) security frameworks and methodologies, including undertaking security threat and vulnerability risk assessments, developing preparedness plans and implementing proportionate systems and measures that work alongside other requirements (business needs, health and safety, fire safety, business continuity etc.)., 6. Evidence of competence in establishing, creating and reviewing security requirements, security strategies and security plans for refurbishment and new build projects., 7. Experience of participating in internal or external networks, relevant to security risk management, to share and discuss good practice, develop strong and productive working relationships and positively influence the University's reputation., 9. Demonstrable track record of management and development experience and across a large service team or teams. Skills/Abilities/Knowledge 10. Excellent spoken and written communication skills and the ability to develop effective working relationships, both internally and externally., 11. Strong digital competence across a range of digital devices and apps including digital communication tools, Microsoft 365 applications, business systems., 12. Committed to continuing professional development to maintain professional recognition., 13. Extensive knowledge and experience of ensuring compliance with regulatory and organisational policy and guidelines, relating to security risks., 14. Ability to contribute to planning at operational and strategic levels., 15. Ability to solve problems and decide on and plan appropriate solutions. Desirable Criteria 1. Certified security practitioner, e.g., ASIS Certified Physical Security Professional (PSP) or Certified Protection Professional (CPP), Chartered Security Professional. How to Apply To progress to the assessment stage, candidates must evidence each of the essential criteria required for the role in the person specification. It will be at the discretion of the recruiting panel as to whether they will also consider any desirable criteria, but we would urge candidates to provide evidence for all criteria. Please don't forget to check if there is any weighted criteria (see above for those marked with *). While some criteria will be considered at the shortlisting stage, other criteria may be considered later in the assessment process, such as questions at interview. Submitting your application We prefer to receive applications online. We will update you about your application at various points throughout the selection process, via automated emails from our e-recruitment system. Please check your spam/junk folder periodically to make sure you have not missed any of our updates. What you need to submit • A CV, • A supporting statement or covering letter which outlines how you meet the criteria within the Person Specification Contact details For a chat about the role or any further information please contact Andy Mulligan, . Typical Role Requirements Service Delivery/Development • Show a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and the University's values., • Develop and apply an in-depth understanding of University policy and external developments when carrying out you role., • Ensure that protective (physical) security policy and regulatory standards are met by activities and processes that are carried out in services you are responsible for., • Use your professional knowledge and experience as a protective (physical) security practitioner to shape processes and activities, develop systems and provide subject matter expertise and advice., • Use your managerial and leadership expertise to identify priorities and shape protective (physical) security to achieve the required outcomes., • Look for ways to continually improve services and take a lead role in the development and implementation of assigned policies, processes and standards., • Initiate and manage business process reviews to improve the protective (physical) security service., • Ensure data (commercially sensitive and/or personal) is appropriately stored and managed., • Manage quality and regulatory audits of systems and procedures., • Support the welfare, wellbeing and employment of your staff by providing professional guidance. Planning and Organising • Contribute to the development of operational plans relevant to your area., • Oversee the analysis of data about the service levels provided by your area, making recommendations for improvement in reports to senior managers and committees., • Allocate and monitor designated budgets, expenditure and resources. Team Development • Manage and develop the people, performance and resources of the protective (physical) security team, to ensure that a customer focussed service is provided., • Help shape the skills and expertise needed to deliver a professional service by recruiting, inducting and training team members and structuring the team in way that will best meet operational and strategic priorities., • Ensure that your team can deliver the required services by devolving and delegating responsibilities to appropriate team members., • Carry out regular performance reviews to provide feedback on objectives and expectations and identify any development needs., • Handle most HR issues and support the welfare and wellbeing of your team referring more complex issues to specialist services or more senior managers. Communication/Liaison • Use your professional knowledge to identify and recommend priorities for long-term business plans., • Provide professional guidance and advice when managing protective (physical) security services., • Design creative and innovative communications to promote and increase engagement relating to protective (physical) security., • Influence University policy, standards and governance by leading operational business meetings, working groups and sub-committees., • Create strong working relationships, including internal and external networks, using your networks to increase your knowledge and skills, swap information with peers and positively influence the University's reputation., • Represent the Protective (Physical) Security service and University at promotional events., • Identify opportunities to develop and increase participation in special interest groups, • Liaise with, and provide cover for, the operational security lead, during periods of absence and/or busy periods., • Any other reasonable duties. Please note that in submitting your application Durham University will be processing your data. We would ask you to consider the relevant University Privacy Statement, which provides information on the collation, storing and use of data. When appointing to this role the University must ensure that it meets any applicable immigration requirements, including salary thresholds which are applicable to some visas.

Working at Durham University A globally outstanding centre of teaching and research excellence, a warm and friendly place to work, a unique and historic setting - Durham is a university like no other. As one of the UK's leading universities, Durham is an incredible place to define your career.The University is located within a beautiful historic city, home to a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and surrounded by stunning countryside. Our talented scholars and researchers from around the world are tackling global issues and making a difference to people's lives. We believe that inspiring our people to do outstanding things at Durham enables Durham people to do outstanding things in the world. Being a part of Durham is about more than just the success of the University, it's also about contributing to the success of the city, county and community. Our University Strategy is built on three pillars of research, education and wider student experience, but also on our keen sense of community and of inspiring others to achieve their potential. Our Purpose and Values We want our University to be a place where people can be free to be themselves, no matter what their identity or background. Together, we celebrate difference, value one another and are each responsible for creating an inclusive community that is respectful and fair for all. Find out more about the benefits of working at the University and what it is like to live and work in the Durham area on our Why Join Us? - Information Page The Role and Department The Department is one of the UK's leading Mathematics departments with an outstanding reputation in teaching, research, and employability of our students. It has an active programme of internationally recognized research in Pure Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Statistics and Probability. The research culture is vibrant, with many visitors, seminars, international conferences, and workshops. We aim to provide a supportive and friendly environment with a strong sense of community. The Department currently has 116 permanent members of staff, following a process of significant growth. The Department holds an Athena SWAN Bronze award. Athena SWAN is a national initiative that recognises the advancement of gender equality, representation, progression, and success for all in academia. The Department also supports the London Mathematical Society Good Practice Scheme, whose aim is to support mathematics departments to embed equal opportunities for women within their working practices. Durham University is committed to the Concordat to support the career development of researchers. For further information please visit the Research Staff web pages on The Role Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Mathematics with a particular emphasis on probability, statistical mechanics, and mathematical physics. The position will be associated with Dr. Tyler Helmuth's EPSRC NIA grant "Self-Organized Criticality and Asymptotic Freedom in Random Forests". The successful applicant will be expected to conduct and disseminate research under the direction of the PI, and to develop and contribute their own research ideas and experience to the project. Key responsibilities: • To understand and convey material of a specialist or highly technical nature to the team or group of people through presentations and discussions that leads to the presentation of research papers in conferences and publications., • To prepare and deliver presentations on research outputs/activities to audiences which may include: research sponsors, academic and non-academic audiences., • To publish high quality outputs, including papers for submission to peer reviewed journals under the direction of the Principal Investigator or Grant-holder., • To assist with the development of research objectives and proposals., • To conduct individual and collaborative research projects under the direction of the Principal Investigator or Grant-holder., • To work with the Principal Investigator or Grant-holder and other colleagues in the research group, as appropriate, to identify areas for research, develop new research methods and extend the research portfolio., • To deal with problems that may affect the achievement of research objectives and deadlines by discussing with the Principal Investigator or Grant-holder and offering creative or innovative solutions., • To liaise with research colleagues and make internal and external contacts to develop knowledge and understanding to form relationships for future research collaboration., • To plan and manage own research activity, research resources in collaboration with others and contribute to the planning of research projects., • To deliver training in research techniques/approaches to peers, visitors and students as appropriate., • To contribute to fostering a collegial and respectful working environment which is inclusive and welcoming and where everyone is treated fairly with dignity and respect., • To engage in wider citizenship to support the department and wider discipline., • To engage in continuing professional development, for example by attending relevant training and development courses. This post is fixed term for up to 30 months commencing 01/01/2026, the duration of the grant. The post-holder is employed to work on research/a research project which will be led by another colleague. Whilst this means that the post-holder will not be carrying out independent research in his/her own right, the expectation is that they will contribute to the advancement of the project, through the development of their own research ideas/adaptation and development of research protocols. Successful applicants will, ideally, be in post by 01/02/2026, with an earlier start date possible. Working at Durham A competitive salary is only one part of the many fantastic benefits you will receive if you join the University: • You'll receive 30 days annual leave per year in addition to 8 public holidays and 4 customary days per year - a total of 42 days per year. The University closes between Christmas and New Year., • We offer a generous pension scheme, and as a new member of staff you will be automatically enrolled into the University Superannuation Scheme (USS)., • No matter how you travel to work, we have you covered. We have ample parking across campus, a cycle to work scheme which helps you to buy a bike and discount with local bus and train companies. You can also take advantage of our cost-effective and environmentally friendly Tusker Car Benefit Scheme, allowing you to lease a brand-new electric or hybrid vehicle with savings on tax and National Insurance., • We have a genuine commitment to developing our colleagues professionally and personally. There is a comprehensive range of development courses, apprenticeships and access to qualifications and routes to develop your career in the University. All staff have dedicated annual time to concentrate on their personal development opportunities., • We provide wide-ranging health and wellbeing support including discounted membership for our state-of-the-art sport and gym facilities and access to a 24-7 Employee Assistance Programme., • Our on-site nursery is rated Outstanding by Ofsted, and you can access holiday camps for children aged 5-16., • Our family-friendly policies, including maternity and adoption leave, are among the most generous in the higher education sector (and likely above and beyond many employers)., • We offer all staff the opportunity to take part in volunteering activities to make a difference in the local community., • You can access exclusive discounts via our benefits portal including money off at supermarkets, high street retailers, IT products such as Apple, eating out and days out at various attractions., • Various salary sacrifice schemes are also available to help you take advantage of tax savings on benefits., • If you are moving to Durham, you may be eligible for help with removal costs, and we have a dedicated team who can help you with the practicalities such as house hunting and schools. If you need a visa, we cover most visa costs and offer an interest-free loan scheme to pay for dependant visas. Discover more about our total rewards and benefits package here. Durham University is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion Equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) are a key component of the University's Strategy and a central part of everything we do. We also live by our Purpose and Values and our Staff Code of Conduct. At Durham we actively work towards providing an environment where our staff and students can study, work and live in a community which is supportive and inclusive. It's important to us that all colleagues undertake activities that are aligned to both our values and commitment to EDI. We welcome and encourage applications from those who are currently under-represented in our work force, including people with disabilities and from racially minoritised ethnic groups. If you have taken a career break or periods of leave that may have impacted on the volume and recency of your research outputs and other activities, such as maternity, adoption or parental leave, you may wish to disclose this in your application. The selection committee will take this into account when evaluating your application. The University has been awarded the Disability Confident Leader status. If you are a candidate with a disability, we are committed to ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process. We will make adjustments to support the interview process wherever it is reasonable to do so and, where successful, reasonable adjustments will be made to support people within their role. Contact Information Department contact for academic-related enquiries Dr. Tyler Helmuth, Department of Mathematical Sciences, Contact information for technical difficulties when submitting your application If you encounter technical difficulties when using the online application form, we prefer you send enquiries by email. Please send your name along with abrief description of the problem you're experiencing Alternatively, you may call 0191 334 6801 from the UK, or +44 191 334 6801 from outside the UK. This number operates during the hours of 09.00 and 17.00 Monday to Friday, UK time. We will normally respond within one working day (Monday to Friday, excluding UK public holidays). How to Apply To progress to the assessment stage, candidates must evidence each of the essential criteria required for the role in the person specification below. It will be at the discretion of the recruiting panel as to whether they will also consider any desirable criteria, but we would urge candidates to provide evidence for all criteria. While some criteria will be considered at the shortlisting stage, other criteria may be considered later in the assessment process, such as questions at interview. Submitting your application We prefer to receive applications online. We will update you about your application at various points throughout the selection process, via automated emails from our e-recruitment system. Please check your spam/junk folder periodically to make sure you have not missed any of our updates. What to Submit All applicants are asked to submit: • a CV and cover letter which details your experience, skills, and achievements in meeting (or the potential to meet) the criteria set out below. Short-listed candidates will be invited to the University virtually and will have the opportunity to meet key members of the Department. The assessment for the post will normally include a presentation to staff and students in the Department followed by an interview and we anticipate that the assessments and interviews will take place over two days, date tbc. In the event that you are unable to attend in person on the date offered, it may not be possible to offer you an interview on an alternative date. Please note that in submitting your application Durham University will be processing your data. We would ask you to consider the relevant University Privacy Statement Job Applicants/Potential Job Applicants - Durham University which provides information on the collation, storing and use of data. When appointing to this role the University must ensure that it meets any applicable immigration requirements, including salary thresholds which are applicable to some visas. Essential Criteria: Qualifications • A PhD (or be close to submission) in mathematics or a related subject. Experience • Experience in conducting research in mathematically rigorous probability, statistical mechanics, or mathematical physics. Skills • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Desirable Criteria Experience • Demonstrable ability to plan and manage independent research.

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