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Classics Graduate (£24,066) EdEx are pleased to announce that we are now representing a Trust of Schools located across both London & Hertfordshire. We have been tasked in finding aspiring teachers across all subjects through both salaried and unsalaried teaching routes. This Classics Graduate (£24,066) Program is being offer as a "Earn, while you teach & learn" route - which in turn is a Salaried Schools Direct scheme. Key points about the scheme: • Paid position on the Unqualified Teacher (UQT) scale (most commonly UQ1), • Employed directly by a school from day one, • Higher initial teaching load, typically around 15 periods per week, • Teaching load gradually increases to approximately 20 periods per week, • One dedicated training day per week, • Opportunity to gain QTS with PGCE (optional opt-out available if required), • Working at one School throughout - avoiding any conflict in different teaching styles (in turn reducing stress on teacher) One of the Schools is now looking for an Aspiring Classics Teacher to join their Secondary School this September 2026. This is a full-time, term time only position with the school employing you directly. You will be working across the Humanities Department, supporting KS3-4 lessons, while having a focus on attainment & the quality of learning. This is the perfect opportunity if you're an aspiring Classics Teacher looking to gain experience before enrolling onto teacher training. Please note - Salaries are dependent on experience and skillset. They are on a scale from £24,066 - £36,718 The Head Teacher would ideally like a Graduate with any of the following Classics / Latin related degrees: • Classics, • Latin, • Ancient Greek, • Classical Civilisation, • Ancient History, • English Literature, • Comparative Literature, • Linguistics, • Modern Languages, • Medieval Studies, • History, • Archaeology, • History of Art, • Philosophy, • Theology / Religious Studies Does this sound like the Aspiring Classics / Latin Teacher Program with a £36,500 permanent contract for you? If so, please read on below to find out further details. JOB DESCRIPTION • Classics Graduate (£24,066), • Working across KS3-4 with a focus on raising attainment, • Carrying out GCSE & A Level interventions, • Enrolling onto the Aspiring Classics Teacher Program (Schools Direct), • September 2026 start - Full Time & Permanent, • Salary range: £24,066 - £36,718, • Located in Bushey PERSON SPECIFICATION • Must have a desirable degree from a related subject from a reputable University, • Good A Levels & GCSEs across the board, • Must be confident within your ability and knowledge of both the GCSE & A Level curriculum, • You must be able to engage and motivate the students, • Commitment and ambition to succeed is key throughout! SCHOOL DETAILS • A rapidly improving Good-rated school across all areas (Ofsted 2024), with clear upward trajectory and strong leadership driving consistent progress, • A values-driven culture (Knowledge, Aspiration, Respect) with high expectations for both staff and students, creating a purposeful and academic environment, • Strong focus on behaviour and routines, with Ofsted highlighting that behaviour has improved significantly and pupils are respectful and safe, • Genuine commitment to staff development and teaching quality, with investment in training and subject expertise across the trust, • A knowledge-rich curriculum designed to build long-term understanding and prepare students for top universities, apprenticeships, and future careers, • Offers the best of both worlds: large enough for strong resources and opportunities, but small enough to know every student individually, creating a close-knit community feel, • Located in Bushey, • Carpark available If you are interested in this Classics Graduate (£24,066) Program, interviews can be arranged immediately. Apply for this Aspiring Classics Graduate (£24,066) Program by sending your CV to Charlie at EdEx. You will be contacted by your personal consultant (if shortlisted). Classics Graduate (£24,066) INDTA

• Cover Supervisor, • Short-time/Long-term contracts and supply work, • Secondary Schools, • Edgware, • £90.00 - £110.00 per day Do you enjoy working with young people aged 11 – 18? Have you considered working in Secondary Schools as a Cover Supervisor? We are working with a range of Secondary Schools across London who are looking for confident, professional and dedicated people to work as Cover Supervisors in their schools to provide short-term and daily cover for teachers. The Role As a Cover Supervisor you will work in secondary schools covering classes and ensuring students are working on tasks whilst teachers are absent or engaged in other activities and meetings. This is a key role within secondary schools and almost every secondary school will engage cover supervisors to allow teachers. This is great opportunity to work on flexible basis and gain experience within secondary schools. Cover Supervisors are required for the full school day - 08:15am to 15:00pm (approx.) Flexible work options Most Cover Supervisors begin work on a short-term/supply basis. This is ideal if you just want to work a few days in local schools, or want to build experience within the secondary school sector. For more experienced Cover Supervisors, we have full-time contracts available. What do I need to be a Cover Supervisor? You do not need any formal qualifications to be a Cover Supervisor, but we do require you to have had some experience working with 11 – 18-year-olds. Cover Supervisor work is ideal for: • Graduates who are considering becoming Secondary school teachers, • Youth workers, • Summer camp leaders, • Sports coaches for 11 – 18 yrs, • People who have experience supporting young offenders You will need an Enhanced DBS certificate to work with children and 2 references covering the past two years. If you haven't got a DBS, we can help you apply for one from the UK Disclosure and barring service. Most importantly you need a confident, positive and professional approach to working with young people. If you’re interested in working as a Cover Supervisor in Secondary Schools, then please apply now with an up-to-date CV and one of our team will be in touch. We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Philosophy Education is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.

Trainee History & Religious Studies Teacher | Harrow | September 2026A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Trainee History & Religious Studies Teacher to join a high-achieving secondary school in Harrow from September 2026. This Trainee History & Religious Studies Teacher position is ideal for a graduate with a passion for Humanities who is keen to pursue a career in education.As a Trainee History & Religious Studies Teacher, you will benefit from a structured school-based training programme designed to develop outstanding classroom practitioners. The successful Trainee History & Religious Studies Teacher will work towards QTS while earning a salary.The OpportunityFull-time salaried teacher training positionSeptember 2026 startSalary of £28,000 per annumOne-year route to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)Teach History and Religious Studies across Key Stages 3 and 4Receive expert coaching, training and mentoring from experienced practitionersDevelop classroom practice through a blend of teaching responsibility and professional developmentAbout the SchoolThe Humanities department is well-established and collaborative, providing an excellent environment for a Trainee History & Religious Studies Teacher to develop subject knowledge and classroom confidence.The school has a strong track record of supporting aspiring teachers, making it an ideal setting for a Trainee History & Religious Studies Teacher to gain valuable experience and progress towards QTS.Candidate ProfileDegree in History, Religious Studies, Theology, Philosophy or a related Humanities subject (2:1 or above preferred)A or A* in A-Level History and Religious StudiesEnthusiastic, resilient and eager to make a positive impact on young peoplePrevious experience working with young people is advantageous but not essentialApplicationIf you are ready to begin your journey as a Trainee History & Religious Studies Teacher, please submit an up-to-date CV.Ribbons & Reeves are Londons leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this Trainee History & Religious Studies Teacher role in Harrow. For other roles like this, check out our website, search Ribbons & Reeves. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this Trainee History & Religious Studies Teacher role.TPBN1_UKTJ

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Position at Moneycorp Please note: we are offering this position as a fixed term contract. Who We Are Moneycorp powers global payments for corporates, institutions and high net worth individuals, combining worldwide reach with local expertise. With over 45 years of market experience, two banking licences and offices in 11 countries, our technology delivers 24/7 accessibility, while our people deliver award-winning service. In 2024, we supported £79bn+ of international payments, reaching 190 countries in 130 currencies. Our 32k+ corporate clients benefit from our regulatory resilience with 63+ permissions globally, access to major payment rails, and proprietary technology. Moneycorp is a place where energy, commitment to our shared success, and collaboration are core to our values. We’re restless in our drive to surpass the expectations of our customers and unlock opportunities to support them at every stage of their journey. The foundation of our success is our people, and nurturing a culture of belonging for all our colleagues is central to our journey as a global business. Who You Are / Your Next Challenge The Data Engineer plays a critical role in enabling Finance & Treasury to deliver accurate, timely, and insight‑driven reporting by building scalable data solutions, maintaining core data infrastructure, and supporting the modernisation of Finance systems. This role is responsible for engineering robust data pipelines, managing datasets across the Microsoft Fabric platform, and ensuring Finance has reliable, consistent, and governed data to support transformation, automation, and improved operational efficiency. As Finance undergoes significant change, the Data Engineer will be a key technical contributor—helping shape new ways of working, supporting system enhancements, and ensuring Finance is equipped with modern, resilient data capabilities. Role Responsibilities SQL, Data Extraction and Transformation • Design, develop, and maintain SQL data structures within Microsoft Fabric, writing efficient SQL queries and Python‑based transformations to support scalable data pipelines and optimise performance across Lakehouse and Warehouse workloads., • Build and maintain reporting datasets optimised for analytics and visualisation, implementing Slowly Changing Dimension (SCD Type 2) logic to support historical reporting and data accuracy., • Ensure data security and integrity throughout the medallion architecture, enforcing access controls, auditing data changes, and ensuring accurate, consistent data is delivered, • Develop and maintain Power BI semantic models and model layouts built on Microsoft Fabric Gold‑layer datasets, ensuring secure, performant, and well‑governed reporting models for dashboards and analytical consumption., • Support the onboarding of new data sources into Microsoft Fabric by working with DevOps teams on secure connectivity, API integrations, and operational ingestion processes., • Design and develop data pipelines and queries, for efficient data extraction and transformation., • Write and maintain production-level code to support lead management and Finance systems, ensuring scalability, performance, and reliability., • Development and maintenance of complex datasets needed for reports, dashboards, and visualisations., • Troubleshoot database-related issues., • Monitor and optimize database performance, identifying and resolving bottlenecks and inefficiencies., • Conduct regular reviews of SQL code and queries for performance improvements, • Ensure data security and integrity., • Stay updated with the latest database technologies and best practices. Data Warehouse • Implement best practices for data modelling, ETL processes, and data integration., • Optimise data warehouse performance through efficient query design, indexing strategies, and data partitioning., • Stay updated on emerging trends and technologies in data management and analytics and evaluate their potential impact on our data warehouse architecture. Finance System Infrastructure, • Support configuration changes as needed to meet Finance & Business requirements., • Take ownership of upgrade processes including testing and configuration changes, ensuring the current system is fit for purpose for Finance users., • Facilitating with the implementation of the new functionality arising from the upgraded software.What we’re looking for: Essential, • Extensive SQL experience:, • Working with relational databases (e.g., SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL)., • Strong proficiency in SQL, T-SQL and SparkSQL., • Proven background as a SQL Analyst / Developer or Data Engineer., • Experience working with structured and unstructured data sources., • Experience writing stored procedures and production‑level data transformation code., • Previous experience of working in a fast-paced environment, • Knowledge of software development best practices., • Strong analytical mind, excellent attention to detail., • Good interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal., • Good analytical abilities, with an enquiring mind., • Robust, capable of clearly and strongly articulating position. Desirable, • Hands‑on experience with Microsoft Fabric., • Advance development experience, most notably with programming languages such as python., • Power BI model development and semantic modelling., • API setup/testing experience (e.g., Postman)., • Experience with cloud platforms and modern data architectures., • Experience within financial services or regulated environments., • Advanced Excel skills. Education:, • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, STEM, or related field., • Certifications in Python, PySpark, or cloud technologies are desirable but not essential. Please note: This is a full-time, fixed term contract with an opportunity to work in a hybrid working model within our Finance Transformation team based in our London office. What you get in return: This role offers a competitive salary, plus a benefits package including private medical health insurance. Interested? If the role sounds like you, we invite you to upload a copy of your CV and can do this by clicking on the Apply Now button For company news, announcements and market insights, visit our . You can also find Moneycorp on , , , , , where you can discover how we are leading the way in global payments and currency risk management. Diversity and Inclusion Moneycorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Across our Group, Moneycorp maintains a philosophy that an inclusive company culture inspires creativity, fosters a sense of belonging, and is imperative to both personal and professional growth. With a makeup of 47 percent female employees, Moneycorp has a remarkably diverse workforce. Our commitment to inclusion and opportunity continues to evolve and improve as we listen and engage with our diverse teams. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, colour, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, political affiliation, status as an individual with a physical or mental disability status as an individual with a protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. Moneycorp believes that diversity is critical to our success in helping Corporate and Private Clients with their FX and International Payments requirements across the world and is committed to creating an inclusive, mutually respectful environment which celebrates diversity. We hire on the basis of talent, merit, competence, performance, and business needs.

Description Location: Remote - UK working hours Remote | Full-time Compensation: £90K - £110K We are hiring on behalf of our client, a high-performance financial technology organization specializing in advanced integration service products. The client develops and delivers an innovative, hosted integration platform that enables global financial institutions to maintain a flexible operational infrastructure without requiring internal engineering resources to address connectivity challenges across diverse trading venues. The successful candidate will join a multi-disciplinary Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) team that actively champions a comprehensive automation culture. The mandate of this department is broad and impactful, covering everything from desktop and laptop infrastructure support to sophisticated data center server provisioning and global vendor network connectivity. While each team member brings distinct areas of technical specialization, the department operates under a shared-responsibility model for the entire production environment. The client is seeking a collaborative, growth-oriented professional who can meaningfully contribute to operational excellence while continuously developing their technical capabilities. Key Responsibilities • Automated Infrastructure Provisioning: Architect and build automated provisioning systems for global server and network architectures across both physical bare-metal environments and public cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP)., • Continuous Delivery Pipeline Management: Evolve, maintain, and optimize the Continuous Delivery (CD) pipeline responsible for provisioning servers, configuring network switches, and deploying core software updates., • External Stakeholder Interfacing: Interact directly with hardware vendors, telecommunications providers, and external financial institutions to manage connectivity and optimize remote operations., • Collective System Ownership: Take shared ownership of the stability, performance, and monitoring of the end-to-end production environment alongside a tight-knit engineering team. Requirements Core Technical Competencies: • Foundational Coding Capability: Practical experience with software engineering is required. While expert-level software engineering is not mandatory, proficiency in basic programming within a language of choice is necessary to construct functional code and utilities independently., • Infrastructure Automation: Demonstrated experience working with software automation tools (specifically Ansible), combined with the coding agility needed to automate all configuration environments., • Systems & Network Administration: Proven experience operating as a Systems Administrator or Network Engineer, paired with a balanced, comprehensive understanding of both domains. Professional & Interpersonal Attributes: • A constructive, open-minded, and self-motivated approach to technical problem-solving., • A strong belief in lifelong learning and an awareness of evolving technologies., • High professional autonomy, with a proven ability to take the initiative within a collaborative, team-oriented ecosystem., • Experience managing third-party relationships, negotiating with vendors, procuring hardware, and supporting remote workforce initiatives via phone and email. Preferred (Non-Essential) Qualifications: • Familiarity with enterprise Authentication Protocols (e.g., SAML, OAuth2, Active Directory, Kerberos)., • Technical proficiency in Microsoft and Azure Active Directory., • Hands-on exposure to Database High Availability (HA) frameworks, including clustering and replication models (e.g., PostgreSQL). Benefits • Competitive Base Compensation: Up to £110,000 per annum, commensurate with experience and skill set., • Equity Participation: Allocation of company share options., • Corporate Benefits: A comprehensive standard benefits package., • Workplace Flexibility: Remote-first working philosophy with flexible arrangements within the UK and Europe, complemented by a modern workspace in Moorgate, London. Interview Process The client utilizes a transparent, structured four-stage evaluation process to ensure deep alignment across technical competencies and professional values: • Initial Screening Call: An introductory conversation with the Talent Acquisition/HR team to evaluate background, operational scope, and career trajectory., • Hiring Manager Interview: A 1-hour in-depth technical domain screen focusing on core systems engineering, network topology, and architecture principles., • Technical Evaluation: A 2-to-3-hour practical interview incorporating a live coding and infrastructure automation exercise., • Executive Interview: A final strategic conversation with the firm’s three Founders to discuss corporate vision and collective cultural fit. Due to the high volume of applications we anticipate, we regret that we are unable to provide individual feedback to all candidates. If you do not hear back from us within 4 weeks of your application, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion. We genuinely appreciate your interest and wish you the best in your job search. Commitment to Equality and Accessibility: At MLabs, we are committed to offer equal opportunities to all candidates. We ensure no discrimination, accessible job adverts, and providing information in accessible formats. Our goal is to foster a diverse, inclusive workplace with equal opportunities for all. If you need any reasonable adjustments during any part of the hiring process or you would like to see the job-advert in an accessible format please let us know at the earliest opportunity by emailing human-resources@mlabs.city. MLabs Ltd collects and processes the personal information you provide such as your contact details, work history, resume, and other relevant data for recruitment purposes only. 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Senior Accountant – Aspire Software – UK Aspire Software is looking for an eager, self-motivated and experienced Senior Accountant to join our growing team in the UK! As the Senior Accountant, you will work with our team to ensure that the financials are in place that help to build our foundation for decision-making and receive the attention they deserve. The successful candidate will have at least a B1-level German language skill set, both written and verbal! Here is a little window into our company: At Aspire Software, we never stop building. Aspire Software is a vertical acquisition software company that owns, operates and manages a diverse portfolio. Aspire Software, an operating group of Valsoft Corp, operates and manages Valsoft's global portfolio of wholly owned software companies, providing mission-critical solutions across multiple verticals. By implementing industry best practices, Aspire delivers a time-sensitive integration process, and the operation of a decentralised model has allowed it to become a hub for creating rapid growth by reinvesting in its portfolio. Aspire Software an operating group of Valsoft. Established in Canada in 2015, Valsoft has grown to a global portfolio of 140+ companies, acquiring and developing vertical market software companies, enabling each business to deliver the best mission-critical solutions for customers in their respective industries. A key tenet of Valsoft’s philosophy is to invest in well-established businesses and foster an entrepreneurial environment that molds companies into leaders in their respective industries. Valsoft looks to buy, hold and create value through long-term partnerships. Our motto is “Be Humble, Stay Hungry!” The successful candidate will be based anywhere in the UK, working in a remote work model! What your day will look like: • Perform financial period close tasks and complex journal entries/accounting analysis, • Perform Balance Sheet analysis and reviews, including reconciliations of accounts, • Perform day-to-day recording of AP and AR data (Invoices/credit notes, etc.), • Make sure all invoices are entered and issued in a timely manner correctly in the ERP, • Follow up with Vendors/Suppliers regarding missing invoices, full accountability on the cost accruals for the P&L review, • Process payments, bank transfers, and ensure that approvals are adequate, • Reconcile expense reports, credit cards, invoices, and inter-company transactions, • Ensure that key controls and procedures are respected and implemented where needed, • Preparing financial KPIs and reviewing for accuracy, • Preparing monthly VAT returns in line with government legislation, • Participate in the completion of audit engagements and compliance requirements, • Provide necessary information to tax advisors and answer any relevant queries, • Prepare ad-hoc performance analysis and management reporting, • Perform variance analysis of actual results vs. financial plans (budgets and forecasts) About You: • 3+ years of experience working in a Financial Accounting role is essential, • A bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field is highly desirable, • A professional qualification in bookkeeping and/or accounting is an asset, • Demonstrable expertise in accrual accounting theory and practice is an asset, • Proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, • A detail-oriented self-starter who thrives on accuracy and solving problems, • A genuinely curious mindset, capable of quickly learning new systems, and the desire to grow and develop over time, • An innovative thinker with a passion for automation, continuously seeking smarter ways to streamline workflows and drive operational efficiency, • A team player who loves challenges and wants to ‘own’ their area of business, • Strong work ethic, organized, and focused, • Strong interpersonal skills, capable of influencing stakeholders at all organisational levels, • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to distil complex data into meaningful insights, • An entrepreneurial mindset with a bias for action and results, • Ability to roll up sleeves and make things happen, • Great attention to detail and planning skills, • At least a professional level of English, B1-level or above, both written and verbal, is essential, • At least a professional level of German, B1-level or above, both written and verbal, is essential, • Legally authorised to work in the UK If you're a Senior Accountant ready to take on this exciting challenge, we’d love to hear from you! For further information about Aspire Software, please visit our website at _ We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. #aspiresoftware

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Job description: Early Years Practitioner Job title: Early Years Practitioner Responsible to: Room Leader and Manager Responsible for: Your personal performance and and working as part of a team. Purpose of the job:To work as a key person and as part of the pre-school team under the direct of the room leader and manager. To provide safe, high quality education and care for young children which meets the individual needs of children attending the setting. Benefits ● Competitive salary ● Company pension ● Termly Bonus ● Tailored training ● Lunches ● Career progression Hours: 40hrs per week Salary range: £25,500- £30,000 Dependant on qualifications and experience Benefits include, 5.6 weeks paid holiday, pension employer contributions, staff team building days, staff birthday celebrations, educational memberships paid. We hire for ATTITUDE, not necessarily aptitude. We will train you to excel in a child care environment, if you have the passion to do so! So even if you don’t meet all the requirements listed above, still consider applying if you’re a bright, motivated, loving, positive person who wants to be a part of a winning team and make a difference in the lives of children and families Main duties 1. To assist with the planning of the curriculum using the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and Montessori curriculum for guidance. 2. To help to set up the playroom(s) for the daily programme and to help tidy away at the end of the session. 3. To act as a key person to a small group of children, liaising closely and building an effective relationship with parents/carers and ensuring each child's needs are recognised and met. 4. Work in partnership with parents/carers and other family members. 5. To advise the room leader/Pre-school Manager of any concerns e.g. over children, parents or the safety of equipment, preserving confidentiality as necessary. 6. To teach children, offering an appropriate level of support and stimulating play experiences. 7. To ensure that children are kept safe and that you understand when to follow child protection procedures. 8. To support meal times within the setting. 9. To actively participate at team meetings, supervisor meetings and appraisal meetings. 10. To attend training courses as required and to take responsibility for your development. 11. To keep completely confidential any information regarding the children, their families or other staff, which is acquired as part of the job. 12. To be aware of and adhere to all the setting’s operational policies and procedures, e.g. health and safety, fire precautions, dropping off and collection of children, food safety, cleanliness of the setting etc. 13. To ensure that adequate records are kept and updated regularly. 14. To promote the nursery to current parents and potential customers. 15. To undertake any other reasonable duties as directed by the Pre-school Manager, in accordance with the setting’s business plan/objectives. This job description is not an exhaustive list of duties and the post holder will be required to undertake any other reasonable duties discussed and directed by the line manager. Person specification Essential criteria 1. Willingness to learn. 2. Level 2/3 early years education and childcare qualification or equivalent, and a commitment to obtaining a level 3/4/5 qualification. 3. Previous experience of working with young children. 4. Sound knowledge of child development for children from birth to five years. 5. Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). 6. Knowledge of child protection procedures. 7. Good communication and IT skills. 8. Ability to work in a team and value and respect the ethos of the nursery and Montessori philosophy of a child centred education 9. An understanding of play based approaches to children’s learning and development. 10. Commitment to equal opportunities. 11. Commitment to working effectively with young children and families. 12. Friendly and flexible approach at work which facilitates the development of effective relationships. Desirable criteria 1. Level 3 early years education and childcare qualification or equivalent, and a commitment to obtaining a level 4 qualification. 2. Montessori assistant or diploma 3. Willingness to undertake further training in particular Montessori training. 4. Current First Aid at Work qualification. Terms and conditions This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and does require a criminal records check. Applicants must be prepared to disclose any convictions they may have and any orders which have been made against them