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Up to £58,941 + excellent benefits Our teachers are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. There’s lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference. You’ll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. You’ll be there to help them learn, develop their abilities and raise their self-esteem. You will need to be resilient and dedicated, but those huge small victories that you achieve will be something you’re really proud of. It can be a tough journey, but the positive steps forward will more than make up for it. As a Teacher at Witherslack Group, you’ll get all the support you need to succeed, from in-house psychologists, to teaching assistants and therapy professionals. Your colleagues will be the best at what they do, the school environments will be well-resourced and we’ll be with you every step of the way, helping you build a rewarding teaching career. Queensmead House School is located on a historic site with views of Windsor Castle. This inspiring setting, with a rich heritage of education, is now home to a specialist learning environment recently rated Good by Ofsted. QHS is an independent specialist day school, with both primary and secondary settings providing high quality education. The school meets the needs of a diverse group of pupils with complex educational needs, communication difficulties and challenging behaviours. 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 education sector. With us, you’ll get to bring learning to life and make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you’ll get: Training: A full induction and on the job training Holiday: You’ll work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with full school holidays Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our head teachers and leaders have been promoted from within our group Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance – check out our benefits _ Pension: we offer a range of pensions to suit your lifestyle needs including Teachers’ Pension and our very attractive TPS alternative Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our schools _ A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time 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. You’ll be more than a Science Teacher, you’ll be able to connect with our pupils because of: • Your ‘can do’ attitude – a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others, • Your genuine passion for teaching Science and the impact your subject can have on young lives, • The ability to relate your subject to each pupil and build great relationships with your class, • Your enthusiasm and expertise to build your department, • You’ll also need previous teaching experience and have Qualified Teacher Status At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong. As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we’ll be there every step of the way. By building a diverse and inclusive team, we’re better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self. 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) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click _ To view our ex-offenders policy please click _. To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools _. Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD

Our teachers are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. There’s lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference. You’ll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. You’ll be there to help them learn, develop their abilities and raise their self-esteem. You will need to be resilient and dedicated, but those huge small victories that you achieve will be something you’re really proud of. It can be a tough journey, but the positive steps forward will more than make up for it. As a Teacher at Witherslack Group, you’ll get all the support you need to succeed, from in-house psychologists, to teaching assistants and therapy professionals. Your colleagues will be the best at what they do, the school environments will be well-resourced and we’ll be with you every step of the way, helping you build a rewarding teaching career. Queensmead House School is located on a historic site with views of Windsor Castle. This inspiring setting, with a rich heritage of education, is now home to a specialist learning environment recently rated Good by Ofsted. QHS is an independent specialist day school, with both primary and secondary settings providing high quality education. The school meets the needs of a diverse group of pupils with complex educational needs, communication difficulties and challenging behaviours. 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 education sector. With us, you’ll get to bring learning to life and make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you’ll get: Training: A full induction and on the job training Holiday: You’ll work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with full school holidays Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our head teachers and leaders have been promoted from within our group Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance – check out our benefits _ Pension: we offer a range of pensions to suit your lifestyle needs including Teachers’ Pension and our very attractive TPS alternative Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our schools _ A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time 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. You’ll be more than a Teacher, you’ll be able to connect with our pupils because of: • Your ‘can do’ attitude – a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others, • Your genuine passion for teaching and the impact your subject can have on young lives, • The ability to relate your subject to each pupil and build great relationships with your class, • Your enthusiasm and expertise to build your department, • You’ll also need previous teaching experience and have Qualified Teacher Status At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong. As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we’ll be there every step of the way. By building a diverse and inclusive team, we’re better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self. 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) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click _ To view our ex-offenders policy please click _. To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools _. Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD

Up to £58,941 + Excellent Benefits + TLR Our teachers are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. There’s lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference. You’ll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. You’ll be there to help them learn, develop their abilities and raise their self-esteem. You will need to be resilient and dedicated, but those huge small victories that you achieve will be something you’re really proud of. It can be a tough journey, but the positive steps forward will more than make up for it. As a Teacher at Witherslack Group, you’ll get all the support you need to succeed, from in-house psychologists, to teaching assistants and therapy professionals. Your colleagues will be the best at what they do, the school environments will be well-resourced and we’ll be with you every step of the way, helping you build a rewarding teaching career. Queensmead House School is located on a historic site with views of Windsor Castle. This inspiring setting, with a rich heritage of education, is now home to a specialist learning environment recently rated Good by Ofsted. QHS is an independent specialist day school, with both primary and secondary settings providing high quality education. The school meets the needs of a diverse group of pupils with complex educational needs, communication difficulties and challenging behaviours. 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 education sector. With us, you’ll get to bring learning to life and make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you’ll get: Training: A full induction and on the job training Holiday: You’ll work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with full school holidays Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our head teachers and leaders have been promoted from within our group Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance – check out our benefits _ Pension: we offer a range of pensions to suit your lifestyle needs including Teachers’ Pension and our very attractive TPS alternative Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our schools _ A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time 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. You’ll be more than a English Teacher, you’ll be able to connect with our pupils because of: • Your ‘can do’ attitude – a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others, • Your genuine passion for teaching and the impact your subject can have on young lives, • The ability to relate your subject to each pupil and build great relationships with your class, • Your enthusiasm and expertise to build your department, • You’ll also need previous teaching experience and have Qualified Teacher Status At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong. As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we’ll be there every step of the way. By building a diverse and inclusive team, we’re better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self. 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) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click _ To view our ex-offenders policy please click _. To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools _. Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD

Forest Bridge School, a highly regarded special free school in Maidenhead, Berkshire, for children and young people with a primary diagnosis of autism, is seeking an outstanding Head of Therapies for September 2026; however, a later start would also be considered. The school delivers an integrated approach that combines ABA (Applied Behaviour Analysis), evidence-based therapy, and personalised curriculum pathways to maximise pupil outcomes and preparation for adult life. The school’s motto is “Through Adversity to the Starts” and is recognised for innovation, high expectations, and transformational outcomes for children and young people with autism. The Role As a member of the senior leadership team (SLT), you will support the leadership team by managing, delivering, and monitoring high-quality therapeutic services (including speech and language, occupational, and arts therapies) as part of a multidisciplinary team. This will enable pupils to reach their full potential. Key responsibilities • Ensure high-quality, evidence-based therapeutic services are delivered consistently across the school., • Oversee the development of universal, targeted, and individualised therapeutic provision, ensuring alignment with the school’s strategic plan., • Monitor and assess the impact of therapeutic services on pupil progress, using data to inform future planning., • To provide weekly mentorship and support to the therapy lead and some of our therapy team in clinical, professional and pastoral care., • Support the day-to-day management of therapeutic provision as part of the Senior Leadership Team, including leading and supporting therapy staff (e.g., speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, and art therapists), liaising with teachers, behaviour analysts and other professionals, and contributing to reports and review meetings., • To provide weekly mentorship and support to the therapy lead and some of the therapy team in clinical, professional and pastoral care., • To monitor and maintain consistent data collection methods and reporting that are aligned with the school ethos and best practices in ABA and therapeutic provisions., • To quality assure that Forest Bridge School’s use of therapeutic interventions is always child-centred and compassionate., • Lead policy updates in designated areas, advising the SLT to ensure compliance with current legislation., • To maintain up-to-date knowledge of current therapeutic research and practice, supporting the school's research and development lead., • To be responsible for the overall therapies budget in conjunction with the appropriate member of the senior leadership team., • Experience working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, • Work with the SLT to maintain consistent policy implementation and update procedures in line with legislation and HCPC guidance., • To lead and develop the therapy team, ensuring services align with and support the school’s strategic priorities. We are looking for a candidate who has: Essential • Professional qualification in Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Art Therapy, or Clinical Psychology, • Current registration with HCPC or other relevant professional body., • Minimum of 5 years of a successful, proven track record of delivering high-quality therapeutic services., • At least 2 years’ experience of supporting and mentoring therapy staff across varied settings and client groups., • Experience in managing a multidisciplinary team., • Committed to the principles of ABA, education and continuing professional development, • Proven ability to develop, implement, and monitor therapy services and programs., • Demonstrable skill in producing structured professional documentation, such as EHCP reports, Annual Reviews, and treatment or progress notes., • Experience training staff and presenting to a range of audiences, • Strong understanding of child development and the role of therapy in supporting learning and wellbeing outcomes., • Experience training staff and presenting to a range of audiences, • Ability to use data to monitor, evaluate and review decisions and outcomes, • Ability to relate working practices to the school’s strategic vision and outcomes for pupils, • Support, motivate and inspire both colleagues and pupils by leading through example. Desirable • Postgraduate qualification in a relevant therapeutic field., • Recent leadership training, • Significant experience in delivering therapeutic services within an educational setting., • Proficiency in M365 Office tools to the level of training others, • Experience managing a therapy budget, • Evidence of whole-service or organisational leadership and turning policy into successful practice. If you are passionate about empowering young people with complex needs to develop their independence, realise their potential, and be well prepared for adulthood, please forward your CV and covering letter to devra.farhi@harrishill.co.uk or by clicking the 'Apply' button. For a confidential discussion or candidate information pack, please contact Devra Farhi at 020 7820 7308 for further details. Applications close at 9 am on Wednesday, 8th July, with interviews on the 13th and 14th July. Forest Bridge School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and comply with all safeguarding requirements.

This job is with Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency , an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly. About the job Job summary Can you demonstrate a high standard of motorcycle riding expertise at advanced level? Do you have a sound understanding of DVSA's rider testing across all Motorcycle categories along with road safety issues in relation to drivers, riders and other road users? Are you passionate about delivering a great service? If so, we'd love to hear from you! The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) helps keep Britain moving, safely and sustainably. We do this by helping people through a lifetime of safe and sustainable journeys, helping them keep their vehicles safe to drive, and protecting them from unsafe drivers and vehicles. We're working hard to: • Make roads safer, • Improve services for our customers, • Make road transport greener and healthier, • Harness the potential of technology and data, • Grow and level up the economy Joining our department comes with many benefits, including: • Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. Read more about Civil Service Pensions here, • 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave), plus 8 bank holidays a privilege day for the King's birthday., • Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance. Read more in the Benefits section below! Find out more about what it's like working at Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency - Department for Transport Careers. Job description As a CBT Examiner you will operate across a wide geographic network, covering a wide range of duties (where appropriately qualified) including; Motorcycle Instructor Qualification Tests, Standards Checks, Motorcycle testing duties when required, Training Site Inspections and Compliance Checks and Enforcement Duties/Activities at DVSA operated sites and third party premises. You will ensure the delivery of high quality, efficient and effective services that meet customer's needs and delivers the achievement of Business Plan targets and standards; always looking for value for money and consistency of service. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to; • Arrange, administer and conduct Instructor Standards Checks, ATB Compliance Checks, Training Site Inspections, Instructor Qualification Tests, ERS Standards checks in accordance with laid down criteria and procedures., • Conduct motorcycle tests as and when required (minimum 1 day a quarter)., • Maintain accurate records of all contacts with stakeholders in line with SOPs., • Maintain relationships with internal CBT Team colleagues for the purposes of maintaining consistency of approach. For further information on the role, please read the attached role profile. Please note that the role profile is for information purposes only - whilst all elements are relevant to the role, they may not all be assessed during the recruitment process. This job advert will detail exactly what will be assessed during the recruitment process. Person specification To thrive in this role, you will: • Bring proven experience in delivering motorcycle training, with a clear understanding of the challenges and outcomes involved., • Understand DVSA's rider testing across all motorcycle categories, with knowledge of road safety issues in relation to drivers, riders, and other road users., • Demonstrate a high standard of driving and riding expertise, at an advanced level., • Communicate effectively in a wide range of circumstances, tailoring your approach to different audiences., • Show strong collaboration, stakeholder, and relationship management skills., • Display excellent planning and organisational ability, being self-directed with the capacity to generate and manage your own workload. Working hours, office attendance and travel requirements Whilst we welcome applications from those looking to work with us on a part time basis, there is a business requirement for the successful candidate to be able to work at least 35 hours per week. Your presence at one of the advertised locations will form part of the working arrangements agreed with you. This role is suitable for hybrid working, and therefore a combination of workplace and home-based working can be accommodated subject to business requirements. Hybrid working is a non-contractual arrangement where employees have the flexibility to work remotely combined with a minimum of 60% of their working time a month at either their principal workplace (one of the locations cited in the advert) or, when required for business reasons, to carry out separate duties at alternative working locations or DVSA sites. There may be occasions where you are required to attend above the minimum expectation. If you have questions regarding how hybrid working is practiced within the business area, or any reasonable adjustments or flexible working arrangements you may currently have or need in place if successful in your application, please contact the Vacancy Holder (see advert for contact details). Please note that this role will require the successful applicant to travel frequently, including overnight stays when required and the willingness to work flexibly. Regular use of a DVSA motorcycle is required. A DVSA motorcycle will be provided from the start of the training course. On successful completion of training, motorcycle equipment will be issued, and an annual garage allowance is payable. Use of DVSA equipment is subject to ongoing role requirements. Visa Sponsorship Please note that we do not hold a UK Visa & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker Licence sponsor and are unable to sponsor any individuals for Skilled Worker Sponsorship. Candidates must ensure they have the appropriate rights to work in the UK before application. Licences You must have a full category A & B licence (car and motorcycle) for at least 3 years with no more than 3 active penalty points on licence. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: • Making Effective Decisions, • Communicating and Influencing, • Managing a Quality Service Benefits Alongside your salary of £30,485, Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency contributes£8,831 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme.Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides (opens in a new window). Alongside your salary of £30,485, Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency contributes £8,831 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides (opens in a new window). Being part of our brilliant Civil Service means you will have access to a wide range of fantastic benefits. This includes: • A generous annual leave entitlement, • Attractive pension options with an employer contribution of 28.97%, • Flexible working, • Good career development opportunities, • A variety of career paths, • Inclusive working environments and much more to support a healthy work/life balance Things you need to know Artificial intelligence Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance (opens in a new window) for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use. Selection process details This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths and Experience. How to Apply: As part of the application process, you will be asked to complete a CV and Personal Statement. Further details around what this will entail are listed on the application form. Our selection process ensures a comprehensive assessment of each applicant's qualifications, skills, and potential fit within our organisation. The selection process for this role will be: Stage 1: Sift Stage 2: Assessment Stage 3: Interview You must be successful at each stage to progress to the next stage. Stage 1: Sift At sift, you will be assessed against the following Success Profile elements: • Experience - you will be asked to provide a CV (unlimited wordcount) and Personal Statement (750 wordcount). Please provide evidence of your Experience of the following:, • Motorcycle Training - your experience of delivering motorcycle training, outlining your role, responsibilities, and outcomes achieved., • Teamwork and Independence - your ability to work both independently and as part of a team, highlighting how you adapted and contributed in different situations., • Rider Training, Road Safety and Organisational Context - your in-depth knowledge and understanding of rider training and testing processes, wider aspects of road safety, and how these relate to the organisational context. Further details around what this will entail are listed on the application form. The sift will take place from week commencing 20th July 2026. Stage 2: Assessment At assessment stage, you will be invited to complete an assessment day at DVSA Chadderton for North candidates or Gillingham for South candidates. The assessment will consist of three experience elements and include: • A riding assessment where you will be required to demonstrate a high level of competence. Elements of the ride will include independent riding., • Delivering a static and rolling lessons, demonstrating an understanding of instructional/client centred techniques., • Delivering constructive and client centred feedback on an observed CBT lesson. Please note: Candidates will be required to bring their own motorcycle, a manual A2 category or above to ride for the assessment. Candidates successful at assessment stage will be invited to interview. The assessment will take place from week commencing 3rd August 2026. Travel and expenses Candidates are responsible for making their own travel and accommodation arrangements where required. The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency will not reimburse any travel, subsistence or accommodation costs incurred as part of the recruitment process. Stage 3: Interview At interview stage, you will be assessed against the following Success Profile elements: • Behaviours - Making Effective Decisions, Communicating & Influencing and Managing a Quality Service, • Strengths The interviews will take place week commencing 31st August 2026. This interview will be conducted online via Microsoft Teams. Further details will be provided to you should you be selected for interview. Please note that we will try to meet the dates set out in the advert. There may be occasions when these dates will change. Further information on the selection process We will also hold a 12-month reserve list for this role, which may lead to potential opportunities beyond the role you applied for. You can read more about our reserve lists here. Some of the locations advertised will not have posts available immediately. However, we will hold a Reserve List for up to 12 months and will be in touch with the successful candidates when they become available. During your application, you should indicate which location(s) you wish to be considered for and, if successful, you will be placed on an individual list of candidates for each location. Candidates will be held on that list and drawn from it in merit order. We advise you to carefully consider which locations you wish to be considered for. If you decline an offer for a location you have expressed a preference in or have expressed an interest in more than one location and accept an offer, you will be withdrawn from any lists you may be held on. We may also offer candidates a location that they have not expressed a preference for where we have the requirement to do so but this will again be done on the basis of your place in the overall merit order and, in this event, you will not be removed from the list if you decline. For more information about how we hire, useful tips on submitting your application and interview guidance for this role, visit the How We Hire page of our DfT Careers website. You can find detailed information about the recruitment process and what to expect when applying for a role. AI Tools and Platforms Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action.Please see our for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use. Reasonable Adjustments As a Disability Confident Leader employer, we are committed to ensuring that the recruitment process is fair, accessible and allows all candidates to perform at their best. If a person with a visible or non-visible disability is substantially disadvantaged, we have a duty to make reasonable changes to our processes. Complete the "Assistance required" section in the "Additional requirements" page of your application form to tell us what changes or help you might need during the recruitment process. For instance, you may need wheelchair access at an interview, or if you're deaf, a Language Service Professional. If you need a reasonable adjustment so that you can complete your application, you should contact Government Recruitment Service via dftrecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk as soon as possible before the closing date to discuss your needs. Document Accessibility If you are experiencing accessibility problems with any attachments on this advert, please contact the email address in the 'Contact point for applicants' section. This job advert contains links to the DfT Careers website. Our website provides useful guidance and information that can support you during the application process. If you cannot access the information on our website for any reason, please email DRGComms@dft.gov.uk for assistance. Pre-employment Checking If your application is successful but you have been dismissed from the Civil Service, your application could be removed at the pre-employment checking stage depending on the nature of the dismissal. Applicants who are successful at interview will be, as part of pre-employment screening, subject to a check on the Internal Fraud Database (IFD). This check will provide information about employees who have been dismissed for fraud or dishonesty offences. This check also applies to employees who resign or otherwise leave before being dismissed for fraud or dishonesty had their employment continued. Any applicant's details held on the IFD will be refused employment. A candidate is not eligible to apply for a role within the Civil Service if the application is made within a 5-year period following a dismissal for carrying out internal fraud against government. All external applicants and current employees of accredited non-departmental public bodies (NDPBs) will be required to undergo a Social Media Check. A Social Media Check is a review of your publicly available online activity, typically across platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, and others. The purpose is to identify any public posts or content that could raise concerns for employers, such as: • Hate speech or discriminatory behaviour, • Threats or acts of violence, • Illegal activity or substance misuse, • Sexually explicit material, • Extremist views or affiliations Importantly, this check does not involve hacking into your accounts or accessing private messages. It only considers content you have chosen to make public. Employers use this kind of screening to help ensure their workplace remains safe, inclusive, and aligned with company values. It's not about judging your personality or lifestyle - it's about checking for potential red flags that might affect the role or company culture. If you have questions or concerns about the social media check, we would be happy to explain in more detail what's being looked at and how your data is handled securely and fairly. Feedback Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. Security Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks. Nationality requirements This job is broadly open to the following groups: • UK nationals, • nationals of the Republic of Ireland, • nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK, • nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window), • nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS), • individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020, • Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil ServiceFurther information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window) Working for the Civil Service The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window). The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy. Diversity and Inclusion The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see theCivil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)and theCivil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window). Apply and further information This vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window) initiative. The Civil Service welcomes applications from people who have recently left prison or have an unspent conviction. Read more about prison leaver recruitment (opens in new window). Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available.You may want to save a copy for your records. Contact point for applicants Job contact : • Name : Simon Hadley, • Email : simon.hadley@dvsa.gov.ukRecruitment team, • Email : dftrecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk Further information If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint, in the first instance, you should contact Government Recruitment Services via email: dftrecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from the Department, you can contact the Civil Service Commission: Visit the Civil Service Commission website Here

Are you ready for a new challenge, and want to be rewarded for your efforts? Are you a care assistant with a natural person-centred approach with a desire to enable those who you support to achieve greater independence whilst obtaining career progression? We are currently working on behalf of a specialist care organisation who are looking for a permanent support worker to make a difference in the community in Windsor, Berkshire. The service prides itself on providing the highest level of care to adults, the elderly and individuals with Alzheimer’s, dementia, and other elderly related illnesses, so experience within this client group would be desirable. In return they offer paid mileage and weekend and bank holiday enhancements We are looking for a Support Worker who has: • A friendly, caring approach, • A genuine desire to help others, • The ability to relate to people with a variety of backgrounds, • A professional, reliable, and flexible attitude, • The ability to work on your own or in a team, • Patience and a sense of humour! If this sounds like you, then in return you will be rewarded with: • Free training, • Regular support and supervisions, • Support for Health and Social Care Qualifications such as NVQ / QCF, • Contribution towards company pension scheme Activities of support vary from daily living skills i.e., cooking, cleaning, personal care, travel escorts, teaching of independent life skills to assistance with accessing community-based activities