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Salary: Up to £50,000 Closing Date: 16th November Interviews: 26th November Please note: This is a remote role, travel will be required across the South West and South East. Those huge small victories We are the highest Ofsted-rated provider in the country for special education and care. Our teams are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. For children with complex needs the level of care and education we provide must go above and beyond. That’s what drives us here at Witherslack Group. With our high staff-to-child ratio and in-house clinical teams, we’re proud to have won a reputation for excellence and market leading OFSTED ratings. Get out what you put in The Homes Safeguarding Officer will work closely with the Homes Managers and others to ensure that their practice is robust and defensible in relation to safeguarding. They will also support Homes Managers to develop a robust safeguarding culture within their homes. You will work with the Head of Safeguarding to support homes and ensure compliance in accordance with safeguarding and wider legislation and in the development and delivery of training for DSL’s and home based staff. You will contribute to effective partnership working between different teams and departments within Witherslack Group. You will provide day-to-day advice and guidance to Homes Managers and others in relation to safeguarding cases and undertake safeguarding audits in homes to ensure compliance within current frameworks and ensure that safeguarding concerns are managed in line with Local Safeguarding Partnership procedures and thresholds and that record keeping is robust and in line with best practice You will be required to manage safeguarding data and produce safeguarding data reports as required.To be successful for this role you will at least 5 years’ experience of working in a role where managing and dealing with safeguarding cases relating to children and young people was a key responsibility, ideally in a children’s home. If you would like to discuss the role further please contact Mary Aurens, Head of Safeguarding 07469143799. Bring your whole-self to work Here at Witherslack Group, we celebrate everyone’s differences as that’s what makes us the best at what we do. Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. We’ll give you the chance to build an exciting career in a fast-growing organisation, where you’re free to achieve your potential. Here’s what we need from you; • Substantial safeguarding expertise - at least 5 years’ experience managing safeguarding and welfare cases, particularly for looked after children, ideally as a Designated Safeguarding Lead or in a senior children’s home role., • Strong regulatory and policy knowledge -thorough understanding of safeguarding legislation, Working Together to Safeguard Children, Children’s Homes Regulations, Quality Standards, and safeguarding partnership arrangements., • Proven leadership and advisory skills - experience working at a senior level, supporting children’s homes to resolve safeguarding deficits, and acting as a trusted source of advice, guidance, and expertise for staff., • Training and development experience - ability to design, deliver and evaluate safeguarding and child protection training, underpinned by a strong portfolio of CPD and evidence of embedding learning from practice reviews into practice., • Excellent professional skills - strong communication, critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, with the flexibility to prioritise competing demands, produce clear reports, and work both independently and collaboratively. What we do for you We know you’re going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the care sector. With us, you’ll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you’ll get: • Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 dependent on experience, • Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts, • Holiday: You’ll work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with 7 weeks’ holiday (including bank holidays), • Flexible benefits package: meaning you can increase/decrease your holiday allowance, pension and life insurance – check out our benefits here, • Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance, • Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities, • A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Join the UK’s best special education and care provider Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose-led employer, in an environment that allows you to be yourself . For a full job description please click here To view our ex-offenders policy please click here. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost). We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. #INDH

Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty. The opportunity: Oxfam GB is seeking an exceptional Chief Operating Officer (COO) to join our Strategic Leadership Team and play a central role in shaping the next chapter of Oxfam’s impact in the UK and globally. Reporting to the Chief Executive, you will ensure the effective and efficient delivery of Oxfam GB’s operations, leading both business-as-usual excellence and transformative change. You’ll oversee core operational areas including Property & Facilities, Technology & Digital Innovation, Legal & Governance, and International Operations. This is a pivotal leadership role for a strategic, values-driven leader who can unite diverse teams around a shared mission, deliver operational efficiency, and embed digital and organisational transformation across a complex, global environment. What you will be doing: • Partner with our CEO, Strategic Leadership Team, and Board of Trustees to deliver Oxfam GB’s strategic priorities., • Lead operational excellence across estates, property, and core business systems, ensuring efficiency, sustainability, and compliance., • Drive digital and technology innovation to strengthen Oxfam GB retail operations, online platforms, and hybrid trading models., • Provide strategic leadership to Legal & Governance, ensuring effective risk management and regulatory compliance in line with Oxfam’s ethical standards., • Lead transformation and business improvement initiatives across Oxfam GB, including systems upgrades and operational redesign., • Represent Oxfam GB in international forums and confederation meetings, strengthening shared business systems and operational alignment., • Provide overall leadership for international operations, supporting country-level systems and processes for programme delivery., • Inspire and empower large, diverse teams across multiple locations, fostering inclusion, collaboration, and accountability., • Contribute to the evolution of Oxfam’s feminist leadership and decolonial approach across all areas of operation. About you: We’re looking for an inspiring and collaborative leader with experience of delivering complex transformation in large, purpose-driven organisations. You’ll bring: • A proven record of improving organisational efficiency and embedding sustainable change., • Strong strategic thinking, financial insight, and the ability to align operational models with long-term goals., • Demonstrated success in leading digital transformation to enhance performance, enable commercial growth, and drive engagement., • A deep understanding of operational processes, risk, governance, and compliance., • Experience leading diverse teams and influencing at Board or Trustee level., • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to inspire confidence across multiple stakeholder groups., • A commitment to feminist, inclusive leadership and Oxfam’s values of Inclusion, Accountability, and Empowerment. Desirable: • Experience working in international or confederation-style organisations., • Experience addressing anti-racism and equity issues in an organisational context. How to apply: We are partnering with Strategic Dimensions for this recruitment. As part of your online application, please email your up-to-date CV to our recruitment partner, Natalie Hannabuss, at Strategic Dimensions: . We want to ensure that you are comfortable and can demonstrate you full potential for this role, across all stages of the recruitment process. If you would like to talk to us about the role or feel there are adjustments that would help you succeed in the process, we would encourage you to get in touch for an informal chat. All offers of employment are subject to the successful completion of a 5-year history reference check and appropriate screening, including DBS and Right To Work checks. Closing date for applications is 17th November 2025 We offer: We offer a competitive salary and a range of additional benefits to staff including flexible working options, generous pension scheme, annual leave, additional leave allowances, company sick pay, life assurance and a range of other benefits. From the day you join Oxfam we invite you to stretch and learn in your role. Our wide range of Learning & Development opportunities includes in-house courses, e-learning modules, on-the job learning opportunities, coaching and mentoring, and much more. You can read more about all Oxfam has to offer ___ Flexfam: Flexible working is key to building the Oxfam of the future, so we’re open to talking through the type of flexible arrangements which might work for you. However, our expectation is that you will spend at least 2 days a week working from the office. Our values and commitment to safeguarding Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults and beneficiaries with whom Oxfam GB engages. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our ___ are recruited to work for us. The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organisation. All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. Oxfam GB also participates in the ___. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures. We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organisation and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. About us Oxfam is a global community who believe poverty isn’t inevitable. It’s an injustice that can be overcome. We are shop volunteers, women’s right activists, marathon runners, aid workers, coffee farmers, street fundraisers, goat herders, policy experts, campaigners, water engineers and more. And we won’t stop until everyone can live life without poverty for good. ___ is a member of ___ of 21 organisations working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 90 countries. A thriving diverse Oxfam: It’s people power that brings about change. To play our part as a global organisation working to overcome poverty and inequality, we need equality, diversity and inclusion across our community of staff, partners and volunteers. Together, we’re committed to becoming a more diverse workforce, better able to tackle the global challenges that face our world today. To do that: • We need to dismantle the unequal power structures that exist everywhere, this including Oxfam and the wider development and charity sectors., • We need an inclusive Oxfam where everyone can bring who they are to our work and feels celebrated for the differences they bring., • We want and need everyone, and that means we need you.

Principal Planning Policy Officer - England Carrington West are delighted to be a Local Authority client with their search for an experienced Principal Planning Policy Officer to join the team. We are looking for experienced Planner's with a strong knowledge of national planning policy

We are seeking a motivated and highly skilled individual to join the team as a Senior Policy officer, a role that sits at the heart of a dynamic and evolving landscape, shaped by significant national and local developments. You will contribute to the work of the Policy, Planning and Projects Team (P

Role: Licensing Policy Writing Officer. I am currently assisting my client in the North West, identify a Licensing Policy Writing Officer on a interim basis. Feel free to reach out to me on 0115 666 6399, or drop me an email on if you have relevant Policy experience.

Do you have a passion for North Wales and a desire to see the region grow and deliver on its potential? Are you enthusiastic, committed and a team player? If so, this Senior Policy Officer role providing flexible working arrangements, a hybrid working model, generous annual leave entitlement plus tr

Senior Policy and Public Affairs Officer. Please contact Emily Rex at Yolk Recruitment to discuss the Senior Policy and Public Affairs Officer position further. Influence national and local policy.

Senior Policy and Public Affairs Officer Location: Wales (Remote or Hybrid options available) Salary: £34,000 + Hours: 35 per week (Flexible working hours)Contract: PermanentYolk Recruitment's Public Sector and Not-for-Profit division is proud to be partnering with a well-known national charity tha

If you are a Policy Officer, Advisor or Executive with experience in advocacy, research, writing, stakeholder engagement, and influencing government or regulatory policy in and around Westminster, parliament, political landscape within a membership or trade association working as part of a team we w

The Policy and Research Officer will work with the Party’s Political Committee, Leader, MP’s office and the wider policy community to develop a forward-looking research programme. Policy and Research Officer, £27,984 per annum. The post will include providing policy support for the Green Party

There may be the opportunity to work on Home Office policy, for example working on crime policy, police funding, or borders and migration. Support ministers to oversee the implementation of Ministry of Justice and Law Officers’ 2025 Spending Review settlement. Lead our engagement and be the Spendi

National policy research and publication of a Policy Brief sharing national government policy changes, best practice and evidence-based reports, to support colleagues. We are seeking a motivated and highly skilled individual to join the team as a Senior Policy officer, a role that sits at the heart

Identifying and working with key policy makers, employers, investors and their representatives and influencers (including relevant media) in order to promote and develop One Society’s policy and practice proposals. One Society is currently recruiting a Senior Policy and Campaigns Officer. Establis

Principal Policy & Project Officer. Principal Policy & Project Officer. Ability to quickly grasp new policy areas, adapt to changing priorities, and communicate complex ideas clearly and persuasively to a wide range of audiences, including Londoners and key stakeholders.

Policy and Public Affairs Officer. My client, a leading professional membership body based in Central London with over 19,000 members of all ages, stages or disciplines across the UK, is currently recruiting for a Policy and Public Affairs Officer. Excellent policy and public affairs skills with exp

We are looking for a Senior Policy Officer with. If this sounds like the Senior Policy Officer role for you, click the apply online button and complete the full application process. Do you have a passion for North Wales and a desire to see the region grow and deliver on its potential? Are you enthus

Full-time Team Leader vacancy at GAIL's - Jericho.If leading a team to success makes you smile and puts a spring in your step, then please read on!.We are looking for Team Leaders who have a passion to join the GAIL’s family and for supporting and.With no day being the same, you must be organised

Make extra money in a way that suits you — anytime, any day.Take charge of your earnings by becoming a self-employed delivery rider with Just Eat.Flexible hours – choose your own schedule and work when it suits you.Weekly pay – get paid, every week.No experience needed – just bring your moti

Situated in the heart of the historic university city of Oxford, this beautiful 17th-century coaching-inn looks over the Examination Halls and Magdalen Tower.We are on the hunt for an outgoing Receptionist to continue the work of our excellent Oxford Eastgate Hotel Front Office team.If so, you’ll

Make extra money in a way that suits you — anytime, any day.Take charge of your earnings by becoming a self-employed delivery rider with Just Eat.Flexible hours – choose your own schedule and work when it suits you.Weekly pay – get paid, every week.No experience needed – just bring your moti

Situated in the heart of the historic university city of Oxford, this beautiful 17th-century coaching-inn looks over the Examination Halls and Magdalen Tower.We are on the hunt for an outgoing Receptionist to continue the work of our excellent Oxford Eastgate Hotel Front Office team.If so, you’ll

Make extra money in a way that suits you — anytime, any day.Take charge of your earnings by becoming a self-employed delivery rider with Just Eat.Flexible hours – choose your own schedule and work when it suits you.Weekly pay – get paid, every week.No experience needed – just bring your moti

Load vans and deliver packages, by driving, stepping in and out of the vehicle safely.Adhere to all safety regulations on the road.Operate an electronic device for GPS route guidance.Greet and interact with customers with a professional and positive attitude.Many logistics service providers pay an i

Make extra money in a way that suits you — anytime, any day.Take charge of your earnings by becoming a self-employed delivery rider with Just Eat.Flexible hours – choose your own schedule and work when it suits you.Weekly pay – get paid, every week.No experience needed – just bring your moti

Load vans and deliver packages, by driving, stepping in and out of the vehicle safely.Adhere to all safety regulations on the road.Operate an electronic device for GPS route guidance.Greet and interact with customers with a professional and positive attitude.Many logistics service providers pay an i

Make extra money in a way that suits you — anytime, any day.Take charge of your earnings by becoming a self-employed delivery rider with Just Eat.Flexible hours – choose your own schedule and work when it suits you.Weekly pay – get paid, every week.No experience needed – just bring your moti

Load vans and deliver packages, by driving, stepping in and out of the vehicle safely.Adhere to all safety regulations on the road.Operate an electronic device for GPS route guidance.Greet and interact with customers with a professional and positive attitude.Many logistics service providers pay an i

Make extra money in a way that suits you — anytime, any day.Take charge of your earnings by becoming a self-employed delivery rider with Just Eat.Flexible hours – choose your own schedule and work when it suits you.Weekly pay – get paid, every week.No experience needed – just bring your moti

Load vans and deliver packages, by driving, stepping in and out of the vehicle safely.Adhere to all safety regulations on the road.Operate an electronic device for GPS route guidance.Greet and interact with customers with a professional and positive attitude.Many logistics service providers pay an i

Make extra money in a way that suits you — anytime, any day.Take charge of your earnings by becoming a self-employed delivery rider with Just Eat.Flexible hours – choose your own schedule and work when it suits you.Weekly pay – get paid, every week.No experience needed – just bring your moti

Load vans and deliver packages, by driving, stepping in and out of the vehicle safely.Adhere to all safety regulations on the road.Operate an electronic device for GPS route guidance.Greet and interact with customers with a professional and positive attitude.Many logistics service providers pay an i

Make extra money in a way that suits you — anytime, any day.Take charge of your earnings by becoming a self-employed delivery rider with Just Eat.Flexible hours – choose your own schedule and work when it suits you.Weekly pay – get paid, every week.No experience needed – just bring your moti

Load vans and deliver packages, by driving, stepping in and out of the vehicle safely.Adhere to all safety regulations on the road.Operate an electronic device for GPS route guidance.Greet and interact with customers with a professional and positive attitude.Many logistics service providers pay an i

As a Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by making sure they get the quality care and support they deserve.You'll assist with daily living, providing support and companionship and sharing great moments and memories too.It's a chance to bring your dedicatio

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Delivery Driver (Self Employed) Many logistics service providers pay an increased rate during peak season.You can check this with the specific provider prior to contracting.We’re seeking reliable, hard-working, and motivated Delivery Drivers to join one of our logistics serv

As a Kitchen Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to provide the first-class food and hospitality that enable us to give our residents exceptional all-round care and support.A healthy, nutritious diet is vital to ensuring our residents' wellbeing and helping them enjoy daily life with us

Delivery Driver (Self Employed) Many logistics service providers pay an increased rate during peak season.You can check this with the specific provider prior to contracting.We’re seeking reliable, hard-working, and motivated Delivery Drivers to join one of our logistics service provid

As a Bank Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by making sure they get the quality care and support they deserve.You'll assist with daily living, providing support and companionship and sharing great moments and memories too.It's a chance to bring your dedi

Delivery Driver (Self Employed) --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We’re seeking reliable, hard-working, and motivated Delivery Drivers to join one of our logistics service providers.This is a Delivery Driver role where you’ll spend the majo

As a Senior Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll look after the different needs of our residents to enable us to deliver quality, person-centred care and support.Your role will involve supervising and inspiring a team of dedicated Care Assistants alongside the Deputy General Manager.You

Hospitality & Vending Assistant / Delivery Driver - Oxford.Title: Hospitality Assistant / Delivery Driver.Location: Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, Harwell Campus, Oxfordshire.Days holiday including bank holidays.Bespoke training and development opportunities.Apprenticeships opportunities for all

Bank shifts - covering annual leave and sickness .Are you a naturally caring person and want to help make a difference in people’s lives? .If you are kind, compassionate and committed, we would love for you to join our care team at our lovely nursing home, Mill Lane.Mill Lane specialises

Senior Residential Childcare Support Worker Location: Guilford, Surrey Contract: Full Time, permanent Starting Salary: Base salary of £30,223.Salary after probation: Base salary of £31,555.Specific Hours : Approx 40 hours per week - shift pattern Apple Orchard has five homes in Surrey and West Sus

Closing date: 11-11-2025 Customer Team Leader Location: The Retail Unit Turpin Avenue, Colliers Row, RM5 2PU Pay: £15.London allowance Contract: 16 hours per week regular overtime, permanent contract, part time Working pattern: 2.Saturday and Sunday, additional availability to be discussed at inte

Children’s Residential Support Worker.Location: Moston, Greater Manchester.At Cambian you’re not just working - you’re shaping futures, furthermore as a Residential Support Worker, based within the Manchester region every moment you spend with our young people (ages 8–18) helps them feel saf

Team Leader (Barista Maestro) - Woking Goldsworth- 30 hours per week - Permanent.At Costa Coffee, we are what we craft.It's about blending beans with dedication, serving up memorable moments, and proudly making greatness every day.And as a Team Leader, you can too.We're a global coffee brand with bo

Plus, an additional overtime pay of 1.Hours: 40 hours per week on a rotational basis (rota provided 4 weeks in advance).Shift Patterns: 2 – 3 shifts per week (Typical shift pattern is 2 on 4 off.Are you a dedicated, compassionate person looking for an exciting new career within Residential Care? A