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Organisation: Kovicas Ltd Position: Unity 3D Game Developer – Volunteer Work Experience Type: Voluntary / Unpaid Work Experience Training: Free training and one-to-one support provided Location: Remote About Kovicas Kovicas Ltd is an education technology company working with schools across the UK, including leading schools, to support the use of technology and digital learning in education. We are offering an exciting Unity 3D Game Developer Volunteer Work Experience Programme for aspiring developers who want to develop their technical skills, gain practical experience and build a stronger portfolio. This opportunity is particularly suited to students, graduates, self-taught developers and people at the beginning of their careers who may have learned Unity or C# but need practical experience to take the next step. The Opportunity You will receive guidance and training while gaining practical experience with Unity 3D and C#. As part of the programme, you will have the opportunity to work on prototype educational games and interactive experiences designed with children and young people in mind. The programme combines technical development with employability support, giving you the opportunity to strengthen your Unity skills, portfolio, CV and understanding of working within the UK education technology sector. Depending on the project, you may gain experience in: • Unity 3D game development, • C# scripting, • Gameplay mechanics and systems, • UI and user experience, • Creating engaging, child-friendly digital experiences, • Educational game concepts, • Debugging and testing, • Game development workflows, • Turning ideas and concepts into working prototypes, • Building and presenting projects for your portfolio Free Training & Development We want this experience to contribute to your longer-term career development. Participants will receive support including: • Free Unity 3D training and guidance, • One-to-one CV building and tailoring, • Personalised CV feedback for technology and game-development roles, • One-to-one career and employability support, • Portfolio development guidance, • Advice on how to present Unity projects professionally, • Practical Unity and C# development experience, • Regular mentoring and feedback, • Guidance on professional development workflows, • Experience within an organisation working with UK schools, • A reference upon successful completion, where appropriate Our aim is for you to finish the programme with more than something to add to your CV. We want you to leave with stronger technical skills, practical experience, an improved portfolio and a professionally tailored CV that can support your next career move. Who We’re Looking For You do not need to be an experienced professional game developer. We would particularly like to hear from: • University students, • Recent graduates, • Junior developers, • Self-taught programmers, • Aspiring game developers, • Career changers with an interest in game development, • Developers looking to build practical Unity experience Basic knowledge of Unity 3D and/or C# would be beneficial. More importantly, we’re looking for someone who is: • Willing to learn, • Creative and enthusiastic, • Interested in game development, • Interested in technology and education, • Comfortable receiving feedback, • Keen to develop their portfolio and professional skills Experience developing games for children or schools is not required. Why Educational Game Development? Working with technology in education provides a different challenge from conventional game development. You will have the opportunity to think about how games and interactive technology can make learning more engaging, accessible and enjoyable for children. As Kovicas works with schools in the UK, this programme can also give you valuable exposure to how technology is developed and considered within an educational environment. Potential Future Opportunities This programme is not a guarantee of employment. However, as Kovicas continues to grow, paid employment or contract opportunities may become available from time to time. Participants are welcome to apply for suitable paid opportunities if they become available, and experience gained during the programme may help demonstrate their skills. Any future paid role would be subject to a separate application, selection process and employment or contractor agreement. Important Information This is a voluntary, unpaid work-experience and training opportunity focused on learning, skills development, employability and portfolio experience. It is not advertised as a paid employee position. The programme includes free training, mentoring, practical development experience and individual career support. Duration: Varies Hours: 15-20 hours per week Location: Remote Start date: ASAP How to Apply Please apply with: • Your CV, • A short introduction about yourself, • Your current experience with Unity and/or C#, • Your portfolio, GitHub profile or examples of previous projects, if available Don’t have a portfolio yet? That’s okay. We are interested in potential as well as experience. Tell us what you’re currently learning, why you’re interested in Unity development and what you hope to gain from the programme. If you’re looking for an opportunity to develop your Unity skills, gain practical experience, strengthen your portfolio and receive personalised CV and career support, we’d be happy to hear from you.

Purpose of the Role To take full responsibility for the leadership, management, and regulatory compliance of a 3‑bed EBD children’s home. The Registered Manager ensures the delivery of high‑quality, trauma‑informed care in line with the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Ofsted’s Quality Standards. The role is accountable for safeguarding, staff development, operational excellence, and achieving positive outcomes for children. Key Responsibilities 1. Leadership & Operational Management • Provide strong, child‑centred leadership that promotes safety, stability, and emotional wellbeing., • Ensure the home operates in full compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations and Quality Standards., • Maintain and regularly review the Statement of Purpose., • Develop and implement policies, procedures, and operational systems., • Ensure the home is adequately staffed at all times and manage the rota effectively., • Oversee health & safety, fire safety, and environmental risk management. 2. Safeguarding & Risk Management • Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead for the home., • Ensure all safeguarding concerns are reported, recorded, and escalated appropriately., • Lead on risk assessments and behaviour support planning., • Maintain oversight of incidents, patterns, and trends to reduce risk and improve outcomes. 3. Staff Management & Development • Recruit, train, supervise, and develop the residential care team., • Provide monthly reflective supervision and annual appraisals., • Build a positive, supportive team culture grounded in trauma‑informed practice., • Manage staff performance, under‑performance, and professional conduct. 4. Care Planning & Child Outcomes • Oversee admissions, ensuring suitability and compatibility with existing residents., • Lead on care plans, placement plans, behaviour plans, and risk assessments., • Ensure children’s health, education, identity, and emotional needs are met., • Promote independence, life skills, and community engagement., • Maintain strong relationships with social workers, families, schools, and external agencies. 5. Quality Assurance & Compliance • Maintain high standards of recording, auditing, and regulatory compliance., • Prepare the home for Ofsted inspections and respond to regulatory feedback., • Complete Regulation 45 reports and contribute to continuous improvement., • Ensure all decisions are clearly recorded on children’s files. 6. Financial & Resource Management • Manage budgets, staffing costs, and resources effectively., • Ensure the home operates sustainably and within financial parameters., • Oversee procurement, maintenance, and external contracts. 7. On‑Call & Availability • Participate in the on‑call rota to support staff and respond to emergencies., • Provide flexible working hours when required to meet the needs of the home. Person Specification Essential • Minimum 2 years’ experience in a senior role within children’s residential care., • Strong understanding of trauma, attachment, and EBD behaviours., • Excellent safeguarding knowledge and decision‑making skills., • Ability to lead, motivate, and develop a staff team., • Strong communication, organisational, and problem‑solving skills., • Ability to work flexibly, including on‑call duties., • Commitment to child‑centred, therapeutic practice. Desirable • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (Residential Childcare) or willingness to complete., • Experience opening or developing a new children’s home., • Full UK driving licence.

CBI Academy offers an exciting opportunity for enthusiastic interns eager to gain practical industry experience and develop professional skills. Our flexible internship program allows you to work on real projects, receive dedicated mentoring and training, and support various business functions within a dynamic education consultancy. About CBI Academy CBI Academy is a UK-based education consultancy dedicated to supporting students and professionals through international education, employability training, career development, mentoring, and workplace experience. Internship Focus Areas Interns can specialize in one of the following key areas: • Student Recruitment Intern, • Promote academy programmes., • Contact prospective students., • Assist with recruitment campaigns., • Maintain student records., • Marketing & Social Media Intern, • Create social media content., • Schedule and publish posts., • Support digital marketing campaigns., • Assist in branding activities., • Admissions & Compliance Intern, • Process student applications., • Verify documents., • Maintain admission records., • Ensure compliance with academy procedures., • Business Development Intern, • Identify business opportunities., • Build partnerships., • Conduct market research., • Prepare business reports., • Customer Success & Student Support Intern, • Respond to student enquiries., • Assist with onboarding., • Provide administrative support., • Monitor student satisfaction., • Administrative & Operations Intern, • Organize documents., • Schedule meetings., • Update databases., • Support daily office operations., • Sales & Business Growth Intern, • Promote academy programmes., • Generate leads., • Follow up with potential clients., • Support business growth initiatives. Required Skills • Excellent communication skills, • Professional attitude, • Strong work ethic, • Teamwork, • Initiative, • Reliability, • Time management, • Problem-solving ability, • Willingness to learn Eligibility Applicants may include undergraduate students, postgraduate students, recent graduates, career changers, international students (where legally eligible), and individuals seeking practical work experience. No previous experience is required; full training will be provided. Benefits • Professional workplace experience, • Industry mentoring and coaching, • Real project exposure, • Certificate of completion, • Outstanding performer reference letter, • Career coaching, • CV support, • LinkedIn profile optimization guidance, • Flexible working arrangements Compensation This is an unpaid internship, with the option for performance-based sales commission. Earn up to £3,000 per successful programme sale (subject to academy commission terms and conditions). Working Hours & Duration • Flexible (Part-time / Full-time options available), • Duration: 4–12 weeks (Rolling intake throughout 2026) Selection Criteria Candidates should demonstrate good communication skills, a positive attitude, strong interpersonal skills, the ability to work independently and in a team, a willingness to learn, and professional ethics. Equal Opportunity Statement CBI Academy is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Applications are welcomed regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics. Recruitment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and suitability. Data Protection Applicant information will be processed in accordance with the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018 and used solely for recruitment purposes. How to Apply Please submit your updated CV/Resume and an optional Cover Letter through the platform's application system.