School manager jobs in United Kingdom

The Rock Project, the UK & Ireland's leading rock and pop music school will be opening in early March 2025. We are currently looking for an energetic and passionate Manager to teach & inspire small groups of 7-11 & 12-18 year olds at our Canary Wharf/ Isle of Dogs school on a Saturday. The successful candidate would have good teaching experience in either electric guitar, bass guitar, drums or vocals, and a passion for teaching children aged 7+. They are required to drive to the venue and is responsible for the set up, run and logistics of the session, with help of a Session Assistant. This position involves working with children therefore the successful applicant will be required to apply for an enhanced DBS disclosure, or already hold one that has been issued within the last 3 years. We are looking for someone who: - Is a reliable and professional musician - Has experience and enjoys teaching children in groups of up to 5 students - Can build positive relationships with both adults and children - Has a passion for and have good knowledge of Electric Guitar, Bass Guitar, Drums or Vocals - Is outgoing, friendly, inspiring and able to lead a lesson - Has experience of leading music session within a large group setting (desirable) - Is dependable and committed to providing high quality music education - Is self-employed and hold a UTR (or can register as self-employed) - Has an enhanced DBS certificate (or willing to get one) - Has a commitment to safeguarding - Can drive, with full UK driving license Role of a Session Manager: - Assume control of the van and equipment - Drive the equipment to and from the session - Set up the session in time for the start time - Run the session as stipulated by The Rock Project – 2 hours for Junior Session and 2 hours for Senior Session - Deal with any parent queries at the session, anything ‘admin’ is to be referred to the franchisee - Pack down the gear with care into the van - Report any broken equipment to the franchisee They will also be expected to: - Plan each session and write a schedule of songs for upcoming weeks/ term - Liaise and take charge of the tutors via the Whatsapp tutor group - Mark the quizzes each week - Print out both quiz tables and any new student registration forms (this will be emailed to you) - Provide welcome pack and reg form for new students’ parent when they arrive - Catch up with tutors about how lessons have gone and report back any problems/disruptive students to the franchisee - Be aware of The Rock Project child protection policy during the group hour. Watch out for any students who are struggling. Keep on top of any safeguarding matters. - RUN A GOOD SESSION! Keep it light and fun for all the students! Equipment provided. Salary: £120 per day plus bonus scheme

Manager to small pre school setting

We are looking for a Baker to prepare wide range of products, Variety of cake sponges, Croissant, Muffins, Frangipanes, Scones and Breads...etc. Responsibilities, - Ensure the recipes, process are followed. - Quality of products are match Caffe concerto standards. - Comply to Food Hygiene & Safety best practices. - work part of team and maintain good relationship with other sections. - Ultimately, you will make sure we offer fresh and delicious goods to our customers on a daily basis. - self-development beside our support on ongoing learning & development. Work experience & Requirements:- - Familiarity with all professional kitchen equipment, including mixers, blenders and dough sheeters. - Creativity is part of our culture. that we expect usually from everyone join our team. - Able make wide range of doughs, puff pastry...etc. - excellent time management and set the priorities. - Fast learner can adapt in fast-pace environment - Flexibility to work full time and flexible shifts. - Details oriented, analysis capability can easily find up, down any deviation to the standard. Certificate of Food Safety level I Certificate of Health and Safety level I Certification from a culinary school is a plus

Secretary/Administrator Job Type: Part-Time (with potential for Full-Time) We are an established mortgage brokerage firm based in Kensington, dedicated to providing exceptional service to our clients. Our team is committed to helping individuals and families secure the best mortgage solutions tailored to their needs. Key Responsibilities: · Provide administrative support to ensure efficient operation of the office. · Answer and direct phone calls, emails, and other correspondence. · Schedule and coordinate meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements. · Prepare and distribute memos, letters, and other documents. · Maintain filing systems, both electronic and physical. · Assist in the preparation of regularly scheduled reports. · Handle sensitive information in a confidential manner. · Perform other administrative duties as assigned. Qualifications: · Proven experience as a secretary or administrative assistant. · Proficiency in MS Office (MS Excel, MS Word, and MS PowerPoint, in particular). · Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work. · Attention to detail and problem-solving skills. · Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task. · Excellent written and verbal communication skills. · High school diploma; additional qualifications as an Administrative Assistant or Secretary will be a plus. Working Hours: · Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with a 45-minute lunch break. How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV. We look forward to hearing from you!

IMMEDIATE START WEST NORWOOD AREA ONLY APPLY IF THESE LOCATIONS ARE SUITABLE !!!!!!!!!!! Job description Immediate start The main duties and responsibilities of the post holder are indicated below, other duties of an appropriate nature and level will also be required 1. Assist in the provision of a variety of appropriate learning opportunities for children and young people some of whom may require special attention and/or will have come from various racial, cultural and religious backgrounds. 2. Lead groups of children in specific sport, game craft and learning activities. Manage behaviours and adapt the activity to meet the needs of groups or individuals. Prepares for activities. 3. Evaluate events and activities and contribute to the development of the service including making recommendations for change and development of the activities. 4. Supervise children to ensure safe use of equipment and facility without endangering themselves or other users. 5. Check that play and learning conditions conform to the appropriate health and safety standards and are suitable for the group and activity planned. Contribute to the corporate responsibility for continuously checking that the premises, gates, etc are secure, reporting defects promptly to the leader in charge. 6. In conjunction with the leader in charge, liaise with other workers to share activities and skills to ensure a range of complementary activities are available. Support and advise less experienced workers in activities. 7. Ensure that the Young People Matter equal opportunities and standards are integrated into all aspects of the service. 8. Undertake first line child protection measures, reporting areas of concern to the senior Manager. 9. Publicise the service and special events through assisting in the production of leaflets, posters, and information bulletins. 10. Assist in maintaining contacts with teachers, parents and users of play service to increase the uptake of existing services, to design or tailor additional services to resolve problems. 11. Contribute to keeping local records appropriate to the service. 12. At the direction of the senior Manager / senior Project, support the operation of holiday clubs, including enrolment and operation. 13. Child protection · To have due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to follow the child protection procedures adopted by Young People Matter Policy.

Job Overview The experienced Administrative Officer is responsible for supporting the administrative, financial and organisational processes within the school. General Administration · Update manual and computerised record/management information systems (MIS), including student and staff HR & absence records, class lists and internal phone listings · Update and maintain the school calendar/diary · Manage the school diary for prospective parent/carer tours · Update and maintain the school website, ensuring statutory compliance · Manage and organise completed forms from parents · Organise and distribute incoming and outgoing post · Provide administrative support to SLT and staff as needed · Organise individual and whole school training for all staff · Maintain training records for school staff, including medical, on the school’s MIS · Order, monitor and manage stock, ensuring best value following the school’s purchasing processes · Process orders for resources on behalf of school staff in line with the school’s purchasing procedures · Carry out filing, printing, and photocopying · Maintain the operation of the printer and photocopier to ensure it’s ready to use at all times, resolving any issues as necessary · Assist with organising parents’ evenings and other meetings and events, including the organisation of rooms and equipment, and providing refreshments as required · Assist with organising school based medical and other health related appointments, including the organisation of rooms · Assist in the organisation of school trips in cooperation with other staff, including ensuring that staff and external providers (e.g. coach companies) have completed all associated risk assessments · Keep records in accordance with the school’s record retention schedule and data protection law, ensuring information security and confidentiality at all times · Work with the external contractor to manage, administer, and reconcile the school dinner provision · Provide daily school dinner numbers to catering provider in line with the applicable service level agreement, review and agree menus each term, administer free school meals, send invoices, and reconcile payments within the school’s MIS · Provide administrative support to the EHCP process by preparing paperwork for and arranging EHCP Annual Review meetings, collating, updating, and maintaining student records, editing/updating changes to EHCPs following the Annual Review, whilst ensuring that the school’s legal obligations are met in relation to timescales · Provide support with the Local Authority consultation process, including pre-admissions consultations; and collating and processing requests on behalf of the Headteacher · Dealing with leavers’ administration · Take responsibility for the preparation of the School Pupil Census · Completion of returns for the relevant local authority and DfE as required by the Headteacher · Maintain the school’s Single Central Record (SCR) in line with statutory guidance · Document archiving · Liaise with IT in respect of equipment and systems logins · Keeping induction folders up to date · Keeping GIAS up to date · Communication with parents/carers, including working with Home School Liaison Officer to cascade information about activities to parents via Arbor · Working with the DPO to ensure compliance with GDPR, recording any breach and reporting the same immediately to the Headteacher · Reporting Subject Access Requests and Freedom of Information Requests immediately to the Headteacher Attendance Administration · Monitor and maintain an accurate record of pupil attendance, producing reports as necessary · Monitor the late arrival of pupils and contact parents/carers to identify reasons for non-attendance, ensuring all safeguarding procedures are followed · Transfer staff absence information into the school’s MIS daily Reception · Act as the first point of contact for parents and visitors arriving at the school · Reception duties, including answering the telephone and managing the school’s email Inbox, ensuring the school meets its expected response times and emails are forwarded to the relevant member of staff as necessary · Deal with telephone and face-to-face enquiries efficiently and in a professional and supportive manner · Seeking support from other colleagues where necessary to respond to complex enquiries · Respond to messages promptly and accurately, passing on information to relevant staff members as necessary · Assist staff and pupils with the information and support they need Security · Control access to the school in line with the school’s safeguarding procedures, including signing-in visitors, checking identification as necessary, issuing passes, and notifying them of safeguarding and safety procedures · Be alert to unknown individuals on the school premises and report any concerns in line with the school’s procedures Written Communication · Write and send email responses that are professional and uphold the school’s vision and values · Update and distribute online and offline communications (e.g., letters, newsletters, social media posts etc.) to parents, staff, and other stakeholders · Assist with marketing and promoting the school Finance · Collect, record and issue receipts for payments from parents · Carry out financial administration in line with the school’s procedures · Payroll administration, including processing starters and leavers, time sheets for agency staff and other HR related claims HR · Support recruitment processes up to conditional offer stage, including processing applications, arranging interviews and carrying out online searches, in line with the school’s Safer Recruitment Policy · Signing off on timesheets for agency staff · Responsibility for collating and maintaining volunteer paperwork Safeguarding · The school Administration Officer will be required to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people and follow school policies and the staff code of conduct · Providing administrative support to the DSL · Maintain the school’s Single Central Record (SCR) in line with statutory guidance Other Areas of Responsibility · Read and follow relevant school policies · Undertaking training required to develop in the role · Ensure all duties and responsibilities are undertaken in line with the school’s Health and Safety Policy · Support with fire/evacuation checks and procedures in line with school policies This job description sets out the main duties of the post at the date it was drawn up but is not intended to be an exhaustive or definitive list. Duties may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the post or the level of responsibility entailed. Such variations are a common occurrence and cannot themselves justify a reconsideration of the grading of the post. You may be required to carry out other duties commensurate with your role. Woodeaton Manor School is committed to safeguarding and to promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment and the offer made to the successful candidate will be subject to and conditional upon an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and other relevant employment checks outlined in Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, including a minimum of two references, one of which should be from the applicant’s most recent employer. As part of our recruitment process, we will require you to fill in an overseas check and self-declaration prior to interview.

** Job Type: Full Time** ** Salary: £15.00 to £16.00 per hour** Located within the iconic St Pancras International Station, St Pancras Brasserie by Searcys is home to the longest Champagne bar in Europe and offers the ideal escape to sit back and soak up the charm of the magnificent station. As a Waiter you will receive the following industry leading benefits: - 50% discount across Searcys venues - Enrolment into the Searcys pension scheme - Up to 38 days annual leave (dependant on job role) - Access to everyday discounts and communication portal - Employee assistance programme - Enrolment into Searcys Champagne School - Meals provided on shift when working within one of our venue. - Discount off overnight stays in London - Your birthday off to celebrate in style - A day off to volunteer / give back to the charity of your choice Job Description We are looking for an experienced and dedicated Waiter to assist the restaurant managers in the day to day running of the Business. As a Searcys waiter you will be required to run the floor, understanding and delivering all guests requirements and offering seamless service, food and drink.

Ever wondered what it would be like to be a evri courier? If you’re looking for a parcel delivery job with flexibility, then it could be the path for you. We take you through what a job with Hermes could mean for you. What does a evri courier do? As a evri self-employed parcel delivery driver, you'll start your day at your local Delivery Unit, where you'll collect all your parcels for the day. While you're there, you can catch up with the other local couriers, swap stories, exchange tips on faster routes and get to know people. It's a great way to kick off your day. Then, you’ll scan your parcels and load them into your car or van, plot your route and hit the open road. You'll also get a Community Delivery Manager to help, support and guide you whenever you need them. How many parcels do you deliver a day? There’s no limit to the number of parcels you can deliver in a day – except the limit you set yourself. Once you have your load for the day, simply plan your route and off you go. If you’re doing a good job, you’ll be able to take on even more parcels. And remember, more parcels means more earnings. How much do couriers earn per parcel? Our parcel delivery driver salary is calculated on an hourly basis, with most drivers having the chance to earn a competitive rate around £15 per hour. Benefits of being a evri courier One of the best things about working as a parcel delivery driver with us is that you can plan your day around your lifestyle. All our friendly local couriers are self-employed. That means they set their own schedules, working at times to suit them. Deliver and collect parcels any time between 8am and 8pm and work around the school run, dinner at your mum's or a regular study session - whatever it is you do with your spare time. It also means they can use their own cars when delivering parcels, so there’s no need to get used to a new set of wheels. Plus, you’ll only ever be asked to deliver in your local area – which means driving around somewhere you’re familiar with and no need to prepare for any long road trips. Types of parcel delivery jobs with evri There are a few different types of parcel delivery jobs available at evri including: Ad Hoc Courier Pick shifts to suit you and work on an ad-hoc basis and providing holiday cover for other couriers. The more you work, the more you earn. Make as many or as few deliveries as you like – there’s no limit. The only things you need to get going are a vehicle, a full, clean driving licence, and a smartphone. Self-employed (SE+) Courier Set your own schedule. Work on a regular delivery round and time slot. You’ll have the convenience of delivering and collecting parcels in your local area. Great benefits. As a self-employed plus (SE+) driver you’ll get union support (GMB), paid holiday and guaranteed minimum wage. Full evri support. You’ll have the full support of a dedicated evri Community Delivery Manager. How to become a parcel delivery driver for evri To become a parcel delivery driver with evri , all you need to do is apply. It only takes a few simple questions, and you can complete the application form in just a matter of minutes. To qualify, you must have: A full, clean driving licence that is valid in the UK Access to a car or van (with insurance) The right to work in the UK No unspent criminal convictions Smart phone (IOS or Android)

The Berkshire Bulldogs are seeking an enthusiastic Basketball Community Coach to deliver high-quality basketball sessions in primary and secondary schools, including before school, lunchtime, and after-school sessions. The role also involves coaching youth teams, inspiring players of all abilities, and fostering a positive environment. In addition to coaching, the position includes some administrative hours to manage schedules, liaise with schools, and support club operations. Coaching experience, strong communication skills, and a passion for youth development are essential. A coaching qualification and DBS check are required (or willingness to obtain). Availability for mornings, lunchtimes, and evening sessions is a must.

Restaurant Manager, Bistro Freddie, HAM. Restaurants, London. HAM. Restaurants is a group of independent and design-lead restaurants and wine bars in Central London. Restaurants consists of Crispin, Bar Crispin, Bistro Freddie, Crispin x Studio Voltaire and Crispin Events & Catering. We’re looking for a charismatic and kind restaurant manager to join Bistro Freddie, Shoreditch. Bistro Freddie is part of HAM. Restaurants, a group of independent and Bistro Freddie is a hugely popular 45- cover bistro in the heart of Shoreditch, showcasing the best of British produce and French wine. Our service is led by General Manager, Piotr Maruszczak, (previously Frenchie) who is joined by Head Chef, Alex Reynolds (previously Eline). Our Restaurant Manager will bring old school hospitality to Shoreditch with big, heart warming, and indulgent dishes. Our restaurant is classic, beautiful, and uniquely designed by Jermaine Gallacher. Bistro Freddie is a very busy and small space, we’re looking for someone who is highly organised, service focussed and can bring a warm welcome to our guests and team a like. Restaurant managers can expect: - £38000 per annum, including serve - Weekly management meetings for input, fun ideas, and your feedback - Personal development plans and paid training - Delicious staff meals - Progression opportunities as part of a growing group - Welcome meal for 2 on the house - 20% off retail wine price - 50% off dining and drinks at any of our HAM. Restaurant locations.

Job Overview Fast and Perfect Heating Services is seeking a dedicated and skilled individual to join our team to perform structural modifications, framing, and custom woodworking for heating system installations. Responsibilities Make structural adjustments in homes and commercial spaces to accommodate the installation of heating units, boilers, furnaces, gas fireplaces, and ductwork. Install or modify frames, walls, and flooring around heating units to ensure safety and accessibility. Cut and frame openings in walls, floors, and roofs for ductwork, vents, and piping, ensuring adherence to structural integrity and building codes. Collaborate with HVAC and plumbing technicians to position and secure ducts and vents properly. Build custom enclosures, cabinets, or trim around heating units to ensure installations are both functional and visually integrated into the space. Construct and install decorative trim, moldings, and baseboards around installations. Install and seal insulation around ductwork, pipes, and heating units to enhance energy efficiency and reduce heat loss. Perform weatherproofing tasks, such as installing barriers and seals around external vents. Read and interpret blueprints, building plans, and installation specifications to ensure accurate cuts and placements. Coordinate with project supervisors and other tradespeople to sequence tasks and manage project timelines. Assist in repairing structural elements surrounding heating systems as needed, including replacing worn or damaged framework. Perform regular inspections and maintenance on enclosures, cabinetry, and other carpentry-related features in heating installations. Qualifications and Skills: Education: High school diploma or equivalent; additional technical training in carpentry preferred. Experience: Proven experience in carpentry, with previous work in HVAC or heating system installations a plus. Technical Skills: Proficient in using carpentry tools and equipment, with experience in reading blueprints and working with various building materials. Understanding of HVAC Systems: Familiarity with heating system requirements, including venting, ductwork, and structural codes. Safety and Compliance: Knowledge of building codes, safety standards, and regulations specific to gas and heating installations.

Are you organised and logistically minded with a passion for food? As we look ahead to next summer we are searching for someone to run our ice cream manufacturing. We are a small core team and are in need of someone to keep us organised and the ice cream flowing, initially using our systems but over time improving on these and creating their own. Day to day responsibilities include: ice cream making and ingredient preparation, cleaning and maintenance of machinery, stock management and rotation and day to day line management of the ice cream maker through the summer months. Shepherds Ice Cream is a small family business, making and selling quality sheep’s milk ice cream since 1987. Selling primarily at UK festivals, through Shepherds Parlour in Hay-on-Wye and our shop in Abergavenny we sell directly to our customers and value this relationship and their feedback. The Ideal Candidate We are looking for a motivated and organised individual to make and manage the production of our nationally recognised artisan sheeps milk ice cream. The ideal candidate will have an eye for detail and enjoy logistical challenges as well as experience in food production. Ideally they will be confident in a food manufacturing environment, working efficiently and with attention to hygiene and kitchen cleanliness. As a small family business, we are looking for someone that will fit into our team and embrace the opportunity to work closely with us. This is a management roll and though there will be on the job training, we are looking for someone who can take responsibility and use their initiative - any applicant will need to show experience of this at interview. From April to September work is full time, Sunday to Thursday though we will endeavour to provide at lease three full Saturday/Sunday weekends during this time. During the winter work will be weekday only and 2 days per week. As a seasonal business we are unable to provide full time work all year around but can be flexible for the right candidate and will discuss wage further at interview. Key Responsibilities Planning and overseeing the weekly and daily manufacturing plans through: Daily check-ins and weekly meeting to make and update plans based on changes in orders, weather, ingredient availability, school holidays, staffing etc Maintaining stock levels to those required across all lines Creating the daily plan in a way that is usable for all members of staff Maintaining and updating stock records Overseeing and maintaining overall responsibility for cleanliness and safety of manufacturing area:· Monitoring daily cleaning Ensuring completion of weekly cleaning Ensuring completion of biweekly and monthly cleaning tasks as well as yearly maintenance Ensuring freezers are stocked neatly and storage areas are kept tidy Ensuring manufacturing area and machinary is cleaned to a high standard and taking responsibility for test results. Manufacturing ice cream and maintaining quality of products through: Daily making, deciding on workflow and making plan that uses resources and time efficiently. Maintaining standards across all product lines Machinery maintenance and care Managing yearly maintenance Making sure machinery is always assembled correctly Caring for all kit Our ideal candidate will be able to show the following: Desirable Skills and Experience Experience in food production or small scale manufacturing is ideal however not essential for the right candidate. A demonstrable knowledge of food hygiene Essential Skill and Experience A high standard of cleanliness. Must be self motivated and have demonstrable experience of taking responsibility for own work - this is a management role and any candidate must be willing and keen to go beyond the basic following of orders. A logistical brain and takes pleasure in creating order - we make ice cream using batch processing and a day’s making consists of many small processes therefore any candidate will need to be able to think logistically and plan their day in a way that works efficiently and coherently. A keen eye for detail and an ability to think on your feet - sometimes things go wrong, any candidate will need to identify when this happens and be flexible to the changing of plans. An interest in food and food preparation skills - we are a small artisan food business, our head ice cream maker needs to take pleasure in food, enjoy cooking and be willing to try all ice cream and have opinions about what they like and don’t like. For those with more than just a passing interest there is the opportunity to play a larger role in development of different flavours and products. Good time management and the ability to delegate Their own mode of transport – this is essential as there is no option to reach us via public transport Reliability A passion for food and a desire to be part of a small business Shared ethos, especially in relation to sustainable food production. Benefits Yearly staff meal Profit related end of summer bonus Discounted or free ice cream An ice cream cake for Christmas Work with us to find hours that suit you and the company Yearly pay review Please Note Ice cream making is a physical job involving long hours on your feet and some heavy lifting, please do not apply if you have any pre-existing health conditions which may be exacerbated by this.

Boom Sports delivers fun, active, and educational childcare schemes for children in primary schools across West London. We’re looking for enthusiastic, confident, and versatile Activity Leaders to join our team! As an Activity Leader, you will play a key role in creating exciting experiences for children aged 4-11 years. This role involves leading and assisting in a variety of activities, including sports, active games, arts & crafts, word games, number games, and more, both indoors and outdoors. Session Hours: Monday to Friday: 3:00 - 6:00 pm (After School Care) Job Benefits: - Employment contract - Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) - Consistent work schedule and location - Regular Continuing Professional Development (CPD) opportunities - Support to help you achieve personal qualifications - Hands-on management with a focus on personal development - Pension contributions - Career progression opportunities within the company - Discounts on selected products/services through our HR provider - Free access to a health and wellbeing app offering 24/7 support Essential Candidate Requirements: - Availability for the specified session hours (3:00 - 6:00 pm, Monday to Friday) - Willingness to undergo an Enhanced DBS check (or existing certificate) - Live within 30/40 minutes of the site Desirable Skills and Qualifications: - Experience working with children - Sports coaching or childcare qualification - First Aid trained - Child Safeguarding Training If you’re passionate about inspiring children through fun, active, and learning-based activities, we’d love to hear from you!

Responsibilities Book meetings and schedule eventsOrder office stationery and suppliesMaintain internal databasesSubmit expense reportsKeep employee records (physical and digital)Maintain a filing system for data on customers and external partnersDistribute incoming and outgoing mailPrepare regular reports and presentationsOrganize, store and print company documents as neededAnswer and redirect phone callsMake travel arrangementsHandle queries from managers and employeesUpdate office policies and ensure compliance with them Requirements and skills Proven experience as an Administrator, Administrative Assistant or relevant roleFamiliarity with office equipment, including printers and fax machinesKnowledge of office policies and proceduresExperience with office management tools (MS Office software, in particular)Excellent organizational and time-management skillsStrong written and oral communication skillsProblem-solving attitude with an eye for detailHigh school diploma; additional qualifications as an Office Administrator or Secretary are a plus

Are you looking for a fresh, exciting and rewarding role inspiring and educating children aged 5-11 in an enthusiastic team? At STEMgineers, we are looking for enthusiastic club leaders to run our after-school clubs, bringing a fun and supportive atmosphere to foster a love of STEM in our children. We are a growing, friendly organisation, looking for leaders to join our team who share our commitment to providing outstanding childcare. Who are we? We are STEMgineers, a company running after-school clubs which aim to inspire children aged 5-11 through take-home projects across a range of inventions including hydraulic snails, infinity portals and mini vacuum machines! During our classes, children will develop critical thinking, problem solving and cooperation skills, all while having fun. We aim to take people with a passion for technology and put that passion to great use – teaching children something new and exciting. Involving students and creating an unforgettable learning experience is at the heart of what we do. As a Club Leader, you will be required to travel to Primary schools and take the lead delivering sessions in a fun and engaging format. There will be a variety of interesting content used to keep the children engaged and excited to learn. And to be part of something amazing! This role will also be part of a national team of Club Leaders who will be the direct line of contact between their region and head office. Including involvement in managing regional teams, operational duties and budgeting and area growth, all without losing the hands-on enjoyment and thrill of inspiring young minds daily! We are not looking for a technology genius as all full training will be paid and provided! We are looking for someone who has a passion for working with children. Training All videos for the inventions to play directly to the children are provided and all build models will be provided. After collection of initial models on training day models will be shipped directly to you and can be carried in a rucksack to your club as an indication of sizes. Responsibilities, but not limited to: - Travelling to schools no further than 45 mins from your home post code area for clubs and/or camps - Travelling to our head office for meetings, training & equipment updates and change overs - Preparing in advance to make sure you are confident with the activities used for each lesson - Building and maintaining a positive attitude amongst your team - Leading Club’s and Camps delivering sessions - Organising equipment and logistics thereof - Building good rapport with school officials, local councils and neighbouring schools - Helping and supporting students - Creating Lesson Plans & Videos - Participating in Sales & Marketing tasks to maintain the highest number of students for clubs and camps - Liaising with Schools and parents to ensure they are receiving the best service possible - Completing venue paperwork and ensuring all parties have all items required - Handling Parent Enquiries - Last but not least, ensuring all the children have had a fun fuelled learning experience. The Person The perfect candidate would possess these qualities: - A willingness to learn - An interest in Teaching - Enjoys helping others - Strong work ethics - Fast proactive approach - Find answers and deal with problems as they present themselves - Works well under pressure - Punctual - Reliable - Effective communication skills - Organised - Good leader - Confident - Enjoys Travelling/Commuting Requirements: STEMgineers is committed to safeguarding and ensuring the welfare of children and expects all employees to share this commitment. The suitability of all prospective employees will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment. - As you will be required to work with children, you must have no criminal convictions as an Enhanced DBS check and certificate is required in order to upkeep the legal safeguarding requirements for schools - A clean driving licence and reliable car Additional Benefits Coming on board with our team, will also give you the opportunity to obtain nationally recognised training and qualifications, such as: - Designated Safeguarding Lead (Level 3) - Autism & ADHD Awareness - Managing Behaviour - Enhanced DBS This isn’t your normal teaching role – this role is for creative, passionate and inspired people who want to get as much out of their jobs as they put in. Salary Range: £34 per club (including an attendance bonus) Job Type: Part-time Pay: £22.00-£34.00 per hour Expected hours: 5 – 20 per week Benefits: - Childcare - Company events - Company pension - Employee discount - Free or subsidised travel - Free parking - On-site parking - Referral programme - Sick pay Schedule: Monday to Friday Application question(s): - What is your home postcode? - Why do you feel you would be a good fit for this role? - What days of the week are you free and able to work? Experience: Experience with children: 1 year (required) Licence/Certification: Enhanced DBS (preferred) Driving Licence and working car (required) Work Location: In person Expected start date: 06/01/2025

Mimis coffee and dessert Lounge is looking for Bartender/Baristas to join our team! We are a coffee and dessert shop in Hounslow that is open Monday-Sunday. We are looking for people who want to be part of growing company that has a passion for providing the best coffee and service to our customers. Job Summary: Greet customers as they enter and provide a warm and friendly experience Prepare and serve hot and cold beverages, appetizers, and desserts Work with a team to prepare and serve food and other items ordered by customers. Clean and sanitize work areas Other duties as assigned Education & Experience: High school diploma or equivalent preferred Previous barista experience in a high-volume setting preferred (if intrested still apply) Competencies: Ability to work well in a team environment Strong customer service skills Ability to work well under pressure and with urgency while maintaining a positive attitude Ability to follow all safety policies and procedures Good math skills Good listening skills & great communication skills with co-workers and customers Number of Different shift times so you can work around any other commitments you may have. Pay will start at a rate provided. An Performace review after 3 months will occour and possibly pay to rise depending on performance. Looking for Part time and full time staff. Possible ProMotion after 3 months to Supervisor. comes with large pay increase after promotion.

Escrick Pre-school Practitioner Job Title: Pre-School Practitioner Responsible to: Manager of the setting and Chair of management committee Responsible for: All Pre-school children in the setting under the Manager. Escrick Pre-school is looking for a highly motivated, experienced, ambitious and passionate Pre-school practitioner to join our small, nurturing and friendly team. Delivering a high quality education whilst having fun and creating lots of valuable memories for all of our families is at the heart of everything we do. Every day is different, and some can be quite challenging, but our great sense of humour always sees us through and makes Escrick Pre-school the special place it is. We are a relatively small setting which operates within Escrick and Deighton Village Hall. We are very lucky to have our own special room with our own enclosed garden too. Previous experience within an early years setting working with children aged 2-4yrs is essential. Escrick Pre-school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Clearance from Disclosure and Barring Service is required upon the appointment of this role. We undertake all relevant checks, as per Working Together to Safeguard Children. Interviews; week of 20th January 2025 Hours; – 23 hours 4 days a week Term Time Only Salary; £12.13 ph, £278.99 pw £12442.95 pa Purpose of this job; To work as a key person and as part of the Pre-school team under the direction of the Pre-school manager and deputy to provide a safe, high quality education and care for young children. Also supporting children with additional needs. Main Duties To assist with the planning of the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum. To help set up the Pre-school setting on a daily basis and to help clean and tidy away at the end of the session. To assist children at the toilet and change nappies To act as a key person to a small group of children, liaising closely with parents/carers, other professionals and updating their online learning journals via Tapestry, ensuring each child’s needs are recognised and met. To complete 2yr Progress check reports and end of year reports for children who leave to go to school. To plan and implement activities around the children’s needs and interests and complete weekly planning for the setting. To oversee these activities of the children in order to ensure their safety To supervise children at snack and meal times To administer basic first Aid – To undertake paediatric first aid training every 3yrs. To support children’s mental health, fostering an environment where children feel valued and can ask for help if needed To support children’s communication and social skills to help them interact with those around them. To advise the Pre-School Manager of any concerns such as safeguarding or the safety of equipment, preserving confidentiality as necessary. To teach children, offering an appropriate level of support and stimulation. To attend staff meetings – face to face or virtual To attend in-service training courses and meetings as required. To receive verbal feedback and be reflective To keep confidential any information regarding the children, their families or other staff which are required as part of the job. To undertake any other reasonable duties as directed by the Pre-school Manager, in accordance with the Pre-school’s policies and procedures. To work in strong partnership with the committee, manager, colleagues and other professionals. Personal Specification Essential Criteria: Minimum NVQ level 3 or equivalent. Excellent understanding of child development and the importance of individual children’s needs. Commitment to equal opportunities. Commitment to young children and their families. Friendly, nurturing and fun approach. Willingness to learn and continue personal development. Able to change and adapt to new ways of working. Suitable both mentally and physically, to care for children. . Desirable Criteria; Experience of working in a charity run Pre-school Experience of using an online childhood learning app such as Tapestry / Famly Computer literate Paediatric First Aid Trained – training Food Hygiene Level 2 Trained Up to date with all relevant safeguarding training A DBS check is required for this role. Applicants must be prepared to disclose any convictions they may have and any orders which have been made against them.

Sous Chef Job description PURPOSE OF THE POST: •To motivate and lead a team to serve fresh interesting and nutritious school meals. •To manage the team day to day following school procedures and policies •To make meals within budget and which meet Government and the Schools standards at all times. •To assist in developing a food and cookery curriculum for the school, working on highly aspirational food related projects for the school. •To maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen area. •To undertake day to day supervision of the kitchen team, supported by the Executive Chef Main duties and responsibilities: •Prepare fresh fish, fresh meat, bake fresh breads and pastries. •Prepare meals in accordance with an agreed seasonal 2-week menu cycle and change. •Prepare menu in accordance with the school food standards allowing for allergen issues. •Ensure full adherence to recipes, food presentation standards and portion control. •Ensure team actively engage with pupils on service- encouraging them to try new foods, praising them and fostering a positive food culture •Have a working knowledge of multiple cooking methods and an understanding of correct cooking procedures such as blanching, and refreshing, searing, grilling and steaming •Undertake weekly menu planning ensuring that there is variety in the chosen meals and portion control. •Prepare meals to meet specific dietary and cultural requirements. •Ensure freezer and fridge temperatures logs are maintained on a daily basis. •Be responsible for monitoring of food hygiene and safety measures. •Check supplier delivery notes against orders and report discrepancies. •Undertake stock taking monthly maintaining food stock levels and checking of dates. •Order groceries monthly and other supplies according to the menu. •Maintain a weekly and monthly cleaning regime for all the kitchen equipment. •Take part in meetings and training organised and lead training where required, with support •Check and monitor stock in the kitchen and report excess food items. •Work as part of a team to deliver the best for pupils, which may include setting up the dining area, covering colleague’s duties etc to make sure service is smooth General requirements •Take part in the school’s performance management system. •Enhanced DBS Check. •Strong commitment to furthering equalities in both service delivery and employment practice. •You must promote and safeguard the welfare of children, young and vulnerable people that you are responsible for or come into contact with. •Ability to adhere to staff expectations and policies across the school •Ability to communicate effectively with pupils and staff, creating a culture of teamwork •Ability to use technology to communicate with staff/colleague

Due to continued growth, we are looking for a Customer Service/Call Centre /Office Administrator to join our team! Location: Office on the 3rd floor in Hyde, SK14 Working Hours: Flexible shifts: 8.30 am–4 pm, 9 am–4.30 pm, or 10 am–5.30 pm (30-minute unpaid lunch break included). Hours can be extended or shortened upon request. Start Date: January 2025 Working Hours: 30–40 per week Pay: £12.44/hour, reviewed after six months Bonuses: Quarterly performance reviews may lead to bonuses at the discretion of the Head Office Job Summary: You will be working as part of the Donate Clothes 4 Sammy project, which is fully launched and operated by the registered charity Leukaemia & Myeloma Research UK. This role involves extensive communication with schools and organisations to introduce the project and seek their participation. The role is based in a bright office in Hyde, with free parking available. You will work closely with the Interim Department Manager and contribute to a dynamic team full of ideas and enthusiasm. Key Duties and Responsibilities: Communication: Engage with schools via phone and email to introduce the Donate Clothes 4 Sammy project and invite participation. Contact organisations to seek permission for outdoor charity clothing bank installations. Performance Goals: Make at least 60 calls daily to schools and organisations unless other duties take precedence. Administrative Tasks: Organise and maintain records using Microsoft Excel and in-house system. Carry out general clerical duties, including photocopying, scanning, mailing, and filing. Manage incoming and outgoing correspondence. Assist in preparing reports and other documents. Innovation and Creativity: Proactively address challenges and bring fresh ideas to improve processes and support company growth. Confidentiality: Handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism. Requirements: Previous experience in Customer Service, Call Centre or Office Administration is advantageous. Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, with the ability to learn new software quickly. Excellent phone etiquette and communication skills. Organised, detail-oriented, and able to prioritise tasks effectively. Willing to bring new ideas and contribute to the charity’s growth. Motivated, proactive, and eager to contribute to a team-focused environment. If you are a driven and enthusiastic individual with a passion for communication, organisation, and contributing to meaningful charity work, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today to join a project that makes a real difference.

We Care 360 is a Registered Children’s Home which falls under West Sussex. It accommodates up to 4 Children, boys, and girls between the ages of 10 – 17 years. All the Children will have suffered neglect, possible abuse, possible education related issues, mental health concerns and other associated behaviours. The service includes residential care 52 weeks per year, 24 hours per day. The service is regulated by OFSTED. Be an appropriate role model to Children in the home and help meet their practical and emotional needs by providing support, advice, and assistance. To help children address their concerns, and previous trauma and work with them to achieve well-being, education, enjoyment, and achievement, to form positive relationships, and to be safe. To support children to prepare for future independence and self-sufficiency. General Duties Ensure that Safeguarding is of the highest Priority. Strive to provide the best experience possible for the Children - enabling, engaging, and empowering them to achieve their aspirations. Ensure that all Legislation, Company Policy + Procedures are always followed. Support and Respect all Colleagues to the best of your ability. Always have a professional attitude. Be confident in the use of the Whistle Blowing Policy Ensure that your own professional Development id of high priority. Complete all mandatory training. Celebrate the smallest of achievements for Children and Colleagues. Celebrate birthdays, Festive Holidays and always create fun! Specific Duties Work with children in the home, supporting them with their individual needs as outlined in their placement plan. Ensure that Safeguarding and the protection of Children is always prioritised. Ensure that you are working to the Company Ethos, Polices and Procedures. Ensure children are treated with dignity and respect. Support children to participate in the routines of the home and encourage them to take part in new activities. Promote education and support children in attending school, accompanying the child if required. Where children are out of education, support them with educational activities and work toward education outcomes. Promote well-being in the home by ensuring the environment is free from bullying, prejudice providing a safe loving place to live. Help children deal with conflict and trauma by supporting any therapeutic plans that are in place for them. Work co-operatively and pro-actively as part of a team supporting colleagues and the manager. Ensure that all records are kept to a high standard. Ensure that the home is always a clean and ambient environment. You are required to partake in cleaning the home and cooking meals. Ensure that the medical needs, including medications are managed and recorded immediately. Ensure that the Children’s records are always kept up to date, including Placement Plans, Personal Plans and Risk Assessment. Ensure that Key worker sessions are completed weekly and recorded. You will be required to attend meetings; these may fall on your rostered off days. You will be required to work with external agencies, social workers, health professionals, advocates, and families.

Position Title: Housekeeping Supervisor Department: Housekeeping Reports To: Housekeeping Manager Location: Sidney Hotel Victoria Job Type: Full Time/ Permanent Schedule: 07:30 - 15:30. Pay rate: £13.50 -£14.00 p/h (depending on experience) We have an exciting job opportunity for the right candidate to join our housekeeping family at Sidney Hotel Victoria. If you have the right experience, knowledge and attitude for this position, we would love to hear from you! Job Summary: The Housekeeping Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the housekeeping department. This includes managing housekeeping staff, ensuring cleanliness and maintenance of guest rooms, public areas, and other facilities, and ensuring that housekeeping standards are consistently met. The Housekeeping Supervisor ensures that the highest level of guest satisfaction is achieved by providing quality service, maintaining a safe and clean environment, and assisting in training and motivating the housekeeping team. Key Responsibilities: Supervision and Staff Management: Supervise and coordinate the activities of housekeeping staff. Assign duties to staff and ensure that work is completed according to established standards and schedules. Monitor staff performance and provide guidance and support as needed. Assist in the training, and development of housekeeping team members. Inspect guest rooms, public areas, and back-of-house areas to ensure cleanliness, safety, and maintenance standards are consistently met. Ensure that rooms are cleaned and prepared according to brand or facility standards, including restocking supplies, replacing linens, and checking for maintenance issues. Monitor cleanliness of corridors, lobbies, stairways, elevators, and other public spaces. Ensure proper inventory levels of cleaning supplies, linens, and equipment. Ensure that inventory is properly managed and stored. Track and report on usage of cleaning products to minimize waste. Guest Service: Respond promptly to guest requests or concerns regarding cleanliness or service. Ensure that guest rooms meet the specific requirements or special requests, such as additional amenities or preferences. Resolve any housekeeping-related guest complaints or issues in a professional and timely manner. Health, Safety, and Compliance: Ensure that housekeeping staff follow all safety protocols, including proper handling of cleaning chemicals and equipment. Maintain a safe working environment by ensuring that the team follows proper cleaning and safety procedures. Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation regulations and company policies. Communicative and Administrative Tasks: Monitor the performance of housekeeping staff, provide performance reviews, and recommend disciplinary actions when necessary. Assist in scheduling staff to ensure adequate coverage and efficient operations. Work closely with other departments, including Front Desk, Maintenance, to ensure smooth operations. Communicate effectively with the housekeeping team, managers, and other departments to address any issues or updates. Assist in training new housekeeping staff on standard operating procedures, safety practices, and guest service expectations. Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent; a college degree in Hospitality Management or a related field is preferred. Proven experience (2+ years) in housekeeping or cleaning services, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role. Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a team. Excellent organizational and time management skills. Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high cleanliness standards. Ability to handle stressful situations and resolve conflicts effectively. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written. Knowledge of housekeeping operations, cleaning chemicals, and safety procedures. Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

Job Title: WK Events Manager Days/Hours This is a 18-22 hour/ 4 day a week role. You will work up to 45 hours in 'peak season' per week (roughly May-September) but off peak will be considerably less. 4-5 day working week as standard. Mondays off when weekend work is required. Event work can happen at irregular times! Location: SW18 based and other locations (on events) London locations + outside of London events travel Salary Offered £15ph (admin and small events) Up to £20ph (larger events) Reporting to: Ops Manager/ MD Requirements: Full UK Manual Driving License, Confident driver with various vehicles. OVERVIEW OF WELL KNEADED Company Overview Well Kneaded Ltd is a unique farm-table pizzeria, events company and Charity based in South West London. We serve an exciting and innovative seasonal menu of sourdough pizza, amazing pasta, locally-sourced salads, small plates and top quality drinks. We’ve won awards recognising our sustainable sourcing and supply chain, and are a charity because of our employment practices offering opportunities to young people who have faced barriers to employment. Well Kneaded has a great team culture and we’re committed to a supportive and enjoyable working environment for all our team. OVERVIEW OF EVENTS ROLE The events manager role combines client and on-event management with business development and event ops. It is a hands on role for someone who wants a great combination of management & office based work with practical on-event management. We have a busy calendar of weddings and events, especially from May- September but you will help us fill that all year round. You will be able to hit the ground running, making sure our events setups outfits look the part, are well organised, and are health and safety compliant. The events we cater span weddings, birthdays, street parties, festivals, in-house pizzeria events and corporate workshops (more recently) and more. You will be responsible for creating the amazing Well Kneaded experience ‘off-site’. A key part of your role will be clear communication with the head chef at the pizzeria and the event teams, in order that events operations are well planned and smoothly executed. The role requires your high capacity for planning and organisation.! You will be strategic and able to quickly understand the bigger operational picture of Well Kneaded for diary management and coordination, and will be an excellent team player and motivator. You will be a natural problem solver, managing both client and team expectations with an energetic flair, in the lead up to an event, and also the wind down. Responsibilities PRIMARY - Being the first point of contact for all event enquiries, responding promptly and clearly communicating how Well Kneaded can provide great food to employ great people for a greater planet and converting those enquiries into bookings. - Clarify with the client and put in place specific requirements for event logistics and staffing. - -Maintain clear records of past and upcoming events and pro-actively communicate these with accountants & internal team when needed. - Responsible for execution of our events work in line with WK Vision & values to give our clients the best events experience (internally and externally) in London including developing relationships with new venues/ clients and working with online platforms to market our events offerings. - -Maintain WK Events storage areas, including the WK lockup and any areas used in the pizzeria. - Responsibility for health and hygiene and food safety procedure on events, ensuring 100% operationally safe events, and that all events team are trained and prepared in this. This includes responsibility for regular maintenance of all events set up - -Weekly meetings with Events/Ops team to discuss anything events based. - -Manual handling of events equipment and food - SECONDARY - Grow our KERB opportunities as well as our regular client database and communications/ marketing strategy. - Take responsibility for events P&L (after 6 months in role) - Develop marketing materials (alongside ops & marketing manager) including promotions for events offerings in order to retain and grow events stakeholders (clients, venues, tasting participants, potential partnerships with local schools/ mums groups/venues, etc) - Weekly meetings with Head of Food to develop events offerings where you see gaps, within budget - If capacity, develop and market downstairs basement kitchen and/or garden for pizzeria private events together with Ops Manager and head of front of house. - Add posts directly to Instagram/ Facebook that are pertinent to events/ the team and also the pizzeria if required. - Position Type - Event role has possibility to be a job share between a senior event manager and events coordinator where the events manager has overall oversight & a focus on driving growth and coordinator has on-event/ day to day ops focus. This means role could be 2-2.5 days/ week. - EXPECTATIONS & LIMITING FACTORS - Be able to handle emergencies and last-minute changes of plan under pressure. - There is an event-staff holiday freeze in July (No holiday can be taken in July due to the full nature of the WK calendar) - The nature of the job involves a lot of weekend and evening work, so days off are generally Sundays and Mondays, with one full weekend off per month (except June/July). In quieter seasons there will be more flexibility on this. - Being able to confidently drive a manual vehicle - PERSON SPECIFICATION - The Events Manager will be committed to the Well Kneaded vision and values, with a keen interest in sustainable food and amazing event creation and will have the following: - Previous experience in events or managing/ leading a team. Including examples of responsibility for running events from start to finish. - Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel and Powerpoint - Confident to take initiative and is pro-active in project and event management. Is as good at starting a project as well as is at finishing it, and feeding back in. - Highly organised and excellent at planning. - At least an active interest in sustainability - English; strong in both written & verbal communication, if not your first language - UK Drivers License - confident to drive multiple vehicles including a vintage van. - Strong relational skills PERKS/ BENEFITS/ HOLIDAY - 29 days holiday (statutory plus an extra for your birthday) + sick pay + pension (holiday increases 1 days/ year worked with WK after year 2, up to 4 extra days) pro rata if not full time. - 6-8 weekly reviews with line manager. - Friends and family discount (20% off bill when you eat in with f&f) - Christmas day & Easter Sunday off - If full time- Management/ Leadership training plus up to 2 team days per year Free delicious food - Being part of a team who champions each other. - 2 Complimentary tickets per year for friends and family to in-house events - Seeing transformation in the lives of young people - Pension contribution and sick pay Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract, Freelance Pay: £15.00-£20.00 per hour Additional pay: Yearly bonus Benefits: Additional leave Canteen Casual dress Company events Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Flexitime Paid volunteer time Sick pay Store discount Work from home Schedule: 10 hour shift 12 hour shift 8 hour shift Day shift Holidays Monday to Friday Overtime Weekend availability Ability to commute/relocate: South West London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Experience: Event Management or Leadership: 1 year (preferred) Licence/Certification: UK FULL MANUAL DRIVING LICENSE (required) Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required) Work Location: Hybrid remote in South West London Expected start date: 06/01/2025

We are looking for a PreSchool practitioner with Leadership qualities, you must hold a level 3 relevant child care qualification, the vacancy requires candidates to be able to work within and manage a team of practitioners and have experience of working with children with Sen and have a knowledge of child development and experience of working with children aged 2-3.

About Us: OFFER4UNI LTD specializes in providing exceptional educational support services and retailing a range of specialized goods. We are committed to supporting students in achieving their academic goals and enhancing their educational experiences. We are seeking a motivated and dedicated Education Officer to join our dynamic team and play a crucial role in delivering outstanding educational services to our clients. Key Responsibilities: Provide guidance and support to students in their academic journey, including advice on study techniques, course selection, and personal development. Develop and implement educational programs and workshops tailored to the needs of students. Collaborate with schools, colleges, and universities to establish and maintain strong partnerships. Assist in organizing events, seminars, and promotional activities to raise awareness of our services. Maintain accurate records of student progress and feedback for continuous improvement. Keep updated on the latest trends in education to ensure the company offers cutting-edge services. Qualifications and Skills: A degree in Education, Social Sciences, or a related field. Experience in educational support or a similar role is preferred. Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage and inspire students. Organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant software. Knowledge of the UK education system and student needs is a plus. What We Offer: A supportive and collaborative work environment. Opportunities for professional growth and development. Competitive salary based on experience. The chance to make a meaningful impact in the field of education.