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At OFG, we work smarter, so you can spend more time doing the things you love Role: Subject Lead – Maths & Science Location: Armley Grange School, Leeds, LS12 3QH Salary: £45,000 per annum (not pro rata) Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8:30am – 4:30pm Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only Start: January 2026 UK Applicants only — this role does not offer sponsorship. Are you an exceptional educator with a passion for making Maths and Science exciting, relevant, and accessible for every learner? Do you thrive on developing others, shaping curriculum, and seeing your subject come alive in creative and meaningful ways? Armley Grange School is looking for an exceptional Subject Lead for Maths & Science — a dynamic and creative educator who can spark curiosity, nurture confidence, and shape a curriculum that empowers every learner to achieve their full potential. About the Role As our Subject Lead for Maths & Science, you’ll bring both subjects to life across the school — making learning meaningful, engaging, and accessible for every pupil. You’ll play a key leadership role in developing and delivering high-impact, creative teaching that connects theory to real-world experiences. Through your subject knowledge and enthusiasm, you’ll help shape the direction of Maths and Science and support colleagues to deliver excellence every day. You’ll have the opportunity to: • Lead, plan, and deliver an inspiring Maths and Science curriculum tailored to meet a diverse range of abilities and learning needs, • Embed trauma-informed and relational approaches that promote engagement, confidence, and resilience, • Use assessment and data effectively to track progress, inform planning, and celebrate achievement, • Mentor, coach, and collaborate with colleagues to support professional growth and consistency, • Champion creativity and cross-curricular learning, making STEM subjects relevant and exciting, • Model outstanding classroom practice, demonstrating passion, innovation, and inclusivity, • Work closely with the Senior Leadership Team to drive continuous improvement and curriculum innovation Who we are looking for We’re seeking a teacher who is: • A qualified teacher (QTS or equivalent) with a strong background in both Maths and Science, • Experienced in supporting pupils with Autism or additional learning needs, • Confident in leading curriculum development, assessment, and subject improvement, • Skilled at motivating and mentoring others, building a culture of positivity and collaboration, • Passionate about inclusive, creative teaching that brings learning to life, • Reflective, resilient, and committed to professional growth Along with your application, please include a short supporting statement that: • Introduces you and explains why you’re interested in this role, • Demonstrates your knowledge and experience in relation to the job description and person specification, • Highlights your key skills, strengths, and achievements Armley Grange is a new specialist school for young people with complex communication needs, autism and associated learning and emotional needs. A specialist school equipped with the latest technology, sensory provision and specialist teaching spaces with the needs of the pupils in mind. Armley Grange is a day school that caters for pupils from 5 years to 19 years old. A specialist curriculum will be provided blending specialist teaching around communication, sensory and behaviour approaches with aiming for each pupil to achieve their goals and aspirations and to reach their potential, equipping them to make their way in the world. For over 19 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. We are a leading provider of education for neurodivergent young people and young adults. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care. We are really proud to say that in 2025, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running. Why join Options Autism? We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. Benefits Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including: • Life Assurance, • Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions, • A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits, • 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad, • Cycle to Work Schemes, • Electric Car Purchase Scheme, • Critical illness cover Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales. #1

Are you looking for an employer who can offer you opportunities for growth and development in your psychological therapy career- All whilst working within a friendly multidisciplinary team in a rewarding education setting? Do you want to have opportunities to participate in research projects, special interest groups and form part of a wider psychological therapy network that meets regularly for training & development? Do you want to have flexibility and be able to work creatively to deliver specialist psychological assessment and intervention fostering independence within an education setting? How about working for an employer who has been awarded a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the 5th year running? Does working 4 days a week with FULL pay sound like a dream?!* It doesn't have to be! Have a better work/life balance and come and work for Outcomes First Group! Job Title: Practitioner Psychologist Location: Meadowcroft School – Wakefield, WF1 4AD Salary: Up to £65k (FTE, DOE) plus £3000 Welcome Bonus (Welcome Bonus is payable as one payment of £1,500 after completion of one month and one further payment of £1,500 upon completion of your final probation period. T&C's Apply) Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, hours to overlap with core school hours (Part time hours may be considered) Contract: Permanent (Term time only, or flexibility around full-time contract can be discussed based on your personal circumstances) In a world where the demand for clinical support is increasing daily, we understand the importance and value of the work you carry out. Your unique skills and expertise are critical to building better outcomes for our pupils. This is why we aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for each of our sites to provide this vital provision in collaboration with our education teams. Creating an environment where our pupils can truly flourish and grow in independence is key. We understand the value of helping our employees develop in their careers. For clinicians to achieve their Continued Professional Development (CPD) goals we offer a £2000 training allowance, so that you can complete role specific training tailored to your individual requirements once your probation has been completed. About the Group: Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of world-class education. Our schools are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales, with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the children and young people we educate for. Our Acorn schools are there to meet the social and emotional needs of pupils who have faced trauma or adversity, equipping them for life’s important steps. Our Options Autism schools support autistic pupils to value their uniqueness and access the world in their own way. Another division, Momenta Connect, supports young people to overcome barriers and engage with education. While our most recent addition, Blenheim Schools, enables outstanding futures through high-quality independent and international schools. Our Vision Empower every child, whatever their ability, with a world-class education that nurtures potential, inspires lifelong learning, and equips them to thrive in a diverse and evolving world. Our Mission We commit to unlocking our pupils’ potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations. Our Promise • WE LISTEN. We never assume., • WE WORK TOGETHER. To make the remarkable happen. The role: We are looking for a Practitioner Psychologist to join our in-house clinical team at Meadowcroft school. Working collaboratively with the education team, you will deliver psychological assessment and intervention to pupils who may have experienced developmental trauma, be neurodivergent or have SEMH needs. You will work within the standards provided in the OFG Psychological Practice Ways of Working. This will guide your practice within an education setting and clarify your roles and responsibilities, while taking into account the requirements of your governing and professional bodies. You will be given responsibility for holding a psychological caseload, with the full support of your designated clinical supervisor and site lead, also contributing to school development, staff training and consultation as required. This post would suit a resilient, creative and enthusiastic individual. Our Clinical Teams help maintain a person-centred, empowering approach always putting the pupils we support at the forefront of everything they do. All our settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and the pupils we support are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them. We strive for excellence, which is why we are one of the leading service providers in the UK. With this in mind, we are looking for a Practitioner Psychologist who shares our vision to use innovative approaches to enhance the quality of life and outcomes of the pupils we support. Location: Meadowcroft School – Wakefield, WF1 4AD – Meadowcroft School forms part of our Acorn Education brand, and is an independent specialist day school, supporting children and young people aged 5 – 19. For further information regarding this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached. Essential Criteria: • Registered with the HCPC, • Doctoral level degree in Clinical/Counselling/Forensic/Educational Psychology (or equivalent if qualified prior to introduction of relevant Doctorate), • Relevant previous experience, working in related settings or with related client group, • Experience of effective multi-disciplinary working (working with both clinical and non-clinical, internal and external agencies), • Experience of effectively communicating with/working with families/relatives and carers, • Experience of effectively working at different systems within an organisation e.g. service development, group and individual levels., • Experience of working via a model of: ‘assess, plan, do and review, • Experience of effectively using consultation as a method of service delivery., • Adequate competence in all core areas of psychological practice, meets HCPC practice standards., • Knowledge of client group and their needs., • Knowledge of trauma informed practice and neuro-diversity., • Ability to develop formulations and use these to inform clinical intervention plans and recommendations for others., • Ability to develop and deliver training to different cohorts of people, • Ability to write coherent and accurate clinical records, including observation records, consultation records, reports and intervention plans, • Excellent communication with people on complex matters and ideas and in complex situations., • Effective IT skills, or aptitude to learn effective IT skills, to use core computer programmes and platforms., • Ability to work effectively with a range of professionals, problem solving with others to achieve excellent service development outcomes., • Ongoing evidence of CPD., • Ability to use evaluation tools to demonstrate and improve service effectiveness and outcomes., • Ability to make independent clinical decisions when necessary., • Excellent time management and organisational skills., • Ability to prioritise multiple work demands and meet work deadlines., • Undertake relevant Group induction training on commencement in post., • Commitment to the values of the organisation., • Flexible approach to working environments., • Ability and willingness to travel on company business., • Experience of working with specific client group (e.g. neuro-diverse and/or social, emotional and mental health) and setting type (e.g. schools and/or residential care)., • Experience of providing supervision to others., • Working knowledge of current philosophies and principles underpinning services for those within the specific client group., • Knowledge of legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group., • Post qualification training in topics related to role, service and/or client group Alongside working with a network of over 350 clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offer an array of flexible benefit options: Benefits Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward and flexible benefits package including: • £2,000 training allowance, • Life Assurance, • Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions, • *You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit, • Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support., • A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits, • 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad, • Cycle to Work Schemes, • Electric Car Purchase Scheme, • Critical illness cover We reserve the right to close vacancies early, please submit your application at the earliest opportunity. Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales. Job Ref: 295393 #Psychologist#psychology#CareersinEducation#SpecialEducation#CareersinCare #CareersinSpecialEducation #Therapists #1

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: • Contributory pension scheme, • Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes, • Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits, • Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more, • Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more, • Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster, • Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands, • Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes We're recruiting an experienced Chef Manager who is passionate about exceptional food and world-class customer service, and who can confidently oversee all Compass Group UK&I catering and service operations for CH&CO on a full time basis, contracted to 40 hours per week. As a Chef Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring our kitchens and service counters run smoothly and helping to deliver truly incredible food experiences. In return, you'll have the opportunity to progress your catering career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate. Working with us has its perks! People are at the heart of everything we do, so we've developed a range of benefits and development opportunities: • Great operational training and development, • Life assurance scheme, • Personal Development and Training opportunities - We are passionate about our growing team, • A great wellbeing strategy - including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, • Regular social events and communication with our leaders, • A holiday purchase scheme, • Monday to Friday - Days Only Your key responsibilities will include: • Preparing delicious food to the highest standards, • Supervising our culinary and catering teams to ensure we continue to deliver impeccable food and customer service, • Overseeing the efficiency of all in-unit catering operations, including managing inventories, monitoring budgets, and implementing action plans, • Communicating regularly with your line manager to monitor KPIs and targets, • Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image, • Identifying opportunities for new food or service concepts to drive sales, • Liaising between customers and our culinary and service teams to ensure we continue to exceed expectations, • Supporting and training our teams, leading from the front to make sure everyone can excel in their role, • Be passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service, • Have a minimum of two years of catering experience, • Have experience managing teams in a similar role, • Hold an NVQ Level 1 & 2 or City & Guilds 706/1 and 2, • Hold a Basic Food Hygiene certificate, • Demonstrate brilliant financial acumen, • Have excellent communication and organisational skills, • Be an ambitious and motivated individual who is always looking to upskill About Us Part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells is the leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. For over a quarter of a century, Chartwells has been focusing on helping those in education to build strong bodies, sharp minds and lead long healthy lives. Every week, Chartwells serves millions of nutritious and delicious meals to pupils and students in primary and secondary schools, academies, independent schools, colleges, and universities across the UK. Chartwells is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all employees to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to successfully completing pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and a Children's Barred List check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and we ask applicants to declare all previous convictions and cautions in order to assess their suitability to work with children. Job Reference: com/0711/47866001/52694669/R/SU #Chartwells Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!

Headteacher & DSL - Alternative Provision (Kirklees) Start: April 2026 | Contract: Temp → Permanent after probation We're recruiting a Headteacher & Designated Safeguarding Lead for a small, developing independent school for KS2 pupils with SEMH needs.

What youll do Lead support planning and coordinate our Support Workers to deliver person-centred support Balance support, safeguarding, admin and meetings while guiding colleagues and managing caseloads Support Customers with daily tasks like budgeting, cooking and attending appointments Work wit

The successful candidate will uphold high standards of student wellbeing and conduct, lead behaviour strategies, and ensure effective safeguarding policies.

Job Description Headteacher & DSL - Alternative Provision (Kirklees) Start: April 2026 | Contract: Temp ? Permanent after probation We're recruiting a Headteacher & Designated Safeguarding Lead for a small, developing independent school for KS2 pupils with SEMH needs.

Step into the Classroom and Make a Difference Are you confident, resilient, and ready to take charge in the classroom? Stafflex Education is recruiting dynamic Cover Supervisors to work across primary schools in Huddersfield and the surrounding areas now through to the end of the academic year. This is a fantastic opportunity for experienced Cover Supervisors, recent graduates, sports coaches, youth workers, or aspiring teachers who are looking to gain valuable experience in education. ?? Your Role: As a Cover Supervisor, you'll step into the classroom when teachers are absent. Maintaining order, managing student behaviour, and ensuring pupils stay engaged with pre-set lesson plans. While no planning or marking is required, your ability to lead a classroom and keep students focused is essential. ?? Key Responsibilities: * Supervise whole classes across a variety of subjects during teacher absences * Ensure students remain on task and follow the school's behaviour policies * Manage classroom behaviour effectively and respond to any disruptions * Report back to teaching staff on lesson progress and behaviour incidents * Adapt confidently to different school settings and expectations ? Who We're Looking For: * Experience working with young people (in a school, youth, coaching, or similar setting) * Strong behaviour management and communication skills * Resilient, adaptable, and confident in front of a classroom * A genuine interest in education and supporting student development * A valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one) ?? Why Choose Stafflex Education? * Flexible work - choose when and where you want to work * Competitive daily rates via PAYE (no hidden deductions or umbrella fees) * Separate holiday pay, paid transparently * Access to the Stafflex Hub - manage your availability and access training * 24/7 support from our friendly and experienced team * Valuable experience across a range of local primary schools * A trusted, family-run agency supporting West Yorkshire schools for over 20 years ?? Apply Today and Take the Lead! Whether you're building a career in education or seeking rewarding and flexible work, Stafflex Education can help you find the right role. ?? Call us on 01484 351010 ?? Or apply now via our website to join our Cover Supervisor team for 2025. Stafflex Education is an equal opportunities employer and a trusted Education Recruitment Agency and Business. All applicants will be subject to our safeguarding checks, including enhanced DBS and reference verification. We are committed to the protection and wellbeing of children and young people. TPBN1_UKTJ

Senior Social Worker Is this the role you are looking for If so read on for more details, and make sure to apply today. Reports to: Service Manager (Social Work) Responsible for: Yorkshire and North East personal welfare team Location: Office based in Pontefract with regular travel Employment Type: Full-Time Compensation: £40,787 per annum Our client is a national charity whose mission is to improve the lives of individuals and communities facing disadvantage due to the impact of the coal mining industry. They are currently recruiting for a Senior Social Worker to be based in their office in Pontefract to lead the service delivery within the Yorkshire and North East region, managing a team of office based and home-based Social Work Assistants providing advice and support to former Miners and their dependents. Role Purpose Responsibility for the professional leadership and management of service delivery within the regional personal welfare team. The role also involves promoting the service locally and developing partnerships with other agencies for the benefit of the client group. Key Responsibilities: • Lead and manage the personal welfare team for the Yorkshire and North East region to provide a high quality, professional, outcomes focused service for former Miners and their dependents., • Ensure the effective management of casework across the team including case allocation and management., • Manage a small caseload of clients, when necessary, with a variety of needs, by carrying out high quality assessments and providing a range of appropriate interventions in response to assessed needs of the clients e.g. welfare benefits advice, advocacy, emotional support and practical advice., • Drive service performance and improvement, monitoring efficiency and effectiveness and taking action to address performance or practice issues should they arise., • Support the team through supervision, appraisal, case reviews and observations., • Act as safeguarding lead for the region, advising and supporting team members to take appropriate action, ensuring adherence to the organisations safeguarding policy., • Manage the delivery of a range of interventions predominantly through a home visiting service, including welfare benefits advice, support with mobility, social isolation and financial issues etc., • Keep updated with relevant legislation and good practice and share such information across the team and wider organisation., • Develop and maintain good working relationships with other professionals and partner agencies to ensure integrated, holistic and multidisciplinary approach. Essential: • Degree in social work or equivalent social work qualification and current professional registration., • Experience of leading / managing a team in a social care setting with the ability to manage and effectively prioritise caseloads, work with integrity and professionalism and work under pressure., • Experience of community based social care services with experience of delivery with older people and / or disability services., • Experience of implementing systems and processes and facilitating change., • Experience of contributing to the development and updating of policies and practice in line with legislative changes and good practice., • Good working knowledge of welfare benefits system., • Knowledge and understanding of the values and principles underpinning working with vulnerable adults and their Carers within the community setting., • Knowledge of relevant legislation and good practice, particularly in relation to older people, mental health and disability., • A valid driving licence and access to a vehicle., • Experience of social work practice teaching and/or practice teacher status or working towards.

As the Safeguarding Lead you will provide senior leadership, ensuring the highest standards of safeguarding practice across our Trust. Leading on the development of evidence-based Trust Safeguarding Policies & Procedures, in line with those of the Safeguarding Partnerships and Boards. Leading on the

Lead Support Worker Pay £13.21 per hour (£25,838 per annum)plus health cash plan and instant pay access with Stream Permanent, Full time (37.5 hpw) West Yorkshire ? Leeds, Huddersfield, Wakefield area Make a real difference every day Looking for a role where you can help people turn their lives around? As our Lead Support Worker (known by us as Support Coordinator), you?ll support customers with complex needs in their homes and out in the community. You?ll be part of a central team that steps in when services need cover, so no two days are the same. If you?re ready to leave behind the same old routine and do something that matters, this could be your next move. What you?ll do Create person-centred support plans and lead a small team to deliver them Support customers with mental health, substance use, homelessness and isolation Help people build daily living skills and confidence in their community Carry out risk assessments, reviews and safeguarding checks Set up and end tenancies, making sure customers feel safe and supported Why join us You?ll be part of a team that really cares. We give you time to build trust with customers and space to work with your colleagues. We?re proud to be one of the UK?s top 10 Great Places to Work! You have? Experience creating support plans and leading others to deliver them A calm, resilient approach and confidence working on your own Skills to assess referrals and coordinate support for complex needs A passion for helping people live their best life A vehicle insured for business use ? we pay your mileage Stronger together We do our best work when we?re ourselves. That?s why inclusion, wellbeing, and our diversity networks help make Home Group a great place to work Practical bits You?ll work Monday to Sunday on a rota-based system You?ll work 37.5 hours per week on a rota-based system You?ll cover a patch across services in West Yorkshire You need a vehicle insured for business use, and we pay your mileage You need an Enhanced with barring list DBS check that we pay for What?s in it for you? 34 days leave (including bank hols and a ?me day? to use for whatever you fancy) increasing to 39 2 paid volunteering days each year Health cash plan saving you from £1140 per annum. We?ll cover your costs (and kids if you have them) towards dental, optical, prescriptions, alternative therapies and lots more. Over 800 high street discounts on groceries, holidays and days out. Looking for a new phone, bike or car? Save money with us. We Grow Our Own colleagues (not literally of course!), when you?re ready for the next step in your career, you can grow with us! Find out more Click APPLY NOW to see ourSupport Coordinator Job Description , find out aboutusand forhelp to apply.Roles can close early, so don?t wait. For reasonable adjustments email . TPBN1_UKTJ

The DSL will act as the primary point of contact for all safeguarding concerns internally and externally, ensure compliance with statutory requirements, coordinate staff training, develop safeguarding policy, and foster a culture of vigilance and safety throughout the clinic. Total Assist Recruitmen

National Safeguarding Lead - Adults & Specialist Services.

A leading payments technology company is seeking a Product Owner to join their Treasury Product team in London. The role involves managing the product backlog, collaborating with stakeholders, and leading product development initiatives.

A leading payments technology company is looking for a Product Owner to manage the Treasury Product team.

This hybrid position requires managing product backlogs, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring compliance with safeguarding standards.

A global payments technology company is seeking an experienced Product Owner to lead the Treasury Product team.

A local nursery in London is seeking a Room Leader to provide a safe and nurturing environment for children while supporting their development across all areas of learning.

A leading healthcare provider in England is seeking a Principal Clinical/Counselling Psychologist to join their Family Safeguarding Service.

An educational institution in England is seeking an individual dedicated to safeguarding children's welfare. Responsibilities include managing cases, liaising with external agencies, and ensuring compliance with safeguarding legislation. Ideal candidates will have a QTS or relevant safeguarding qual

Ability to deliver safeguarding training or briefings to staff. QTS, Social work qualification, pastoral qualification or other safeguarding/ child protection certificate. Advising colleagues on safeguarding referrals.