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A rare opportunity to grow, transform your life, and help transform others We are looking for a very special person to join our team full-time — not just someone looking for a job, but someone looking for purpose, growth, responsibility, and a meaningful path forward in life. This role is for someone who genuinely wants to make a difference. Someone who believes in kindness, self-development, mindfulness, community, and living with integrity. Someone willing to work hard, grow personally and professionally, and become part of a company dedicated to helping people live happier, healthier in a world where mental health issues are increasing. This is a permanent full-time position (40 hours per week) with strong opportunities for progression within the company. About Us We are a retreat and wellness company rooted in the philosophies of Yoga, Ayurveda, Mindfulness, Buddhism, nature connection, and holistic living. We work with people from all over the world who come to heal, grow, reconnect with themselves, and create positive changes in their lives. We are building something much bigger than a retreat. Our vision is to create multiple healing and yoga centres around the world and build up a worldwide charity that helps underprivileged people gain access to greater education, healthcare, and a better way of life. We want to create happy communities and have meditation spaces where people can stay, heal, and work on their mental wellbeing, and we are committed to preserving nature through reforestation and rewilding. We are looking for people who truly resonate with this mission. The Person We Are Looking For We are searching for someone who is: • A qualified yoga teacher with ideally at least 1–2 years of teaching experience, • Passionate about Yoga, Mindfulness, Ayurveda, Buddhism, meditation, and holistic living, • Comfortable leading classes, workshops, and meaningful guest experiences, • Professional, responsible, emotionally mature, and able to work in a structured environment, • Experienced working in a professional or corporate environment for at least 1–2 years, • Able to handle a variety of admin tasks and motivated to promote a purpose-driven company, • Tech savvy - someone who can help with social media and website maintenance, • Excellent with people and able to provide exceptional customer service to paying guests, • Humble, kind, hardworking, and willing to help wherever needed, • Someone actively working on themselves and genuinely committed to personal growth, • Motivated to improve their own life while helping improve the lives of others, • A team player who is not driven purely by ego or self-interest, • Comfortable working in a dynamic environment where every day is different, • Computer literate and organised Bonus Skills (Not Essential) We would especially love someone who also has experience or interest in: • Marketing, • Social media management, • Sales, • Business development, • Content creation, • Retreat operations Your Responsibilities As part of this role, you may be involved in: • Teaching & Guest Experience, • Teaching yoga classes, • Leading guided meditations and mindfulness workshops, • Philosophy talks related to Yoga, Buddhism, Ayurveda, nature, and conscious living, • Supporting guests throughout their retreat experience, • Admin & Marketing Support, • Assisting with guest check-ins and check-outs, • Supporting reservations and guest communication, • Helping with social media content and basic marketing tasks, • Assisting with emails and general administration, • Supporting retreat operations, including meals, housekeeping, cleaning, and gardening when needed We are looking for someone who understands that meaningful work sometimes means doing both inspiring and practical tasks with the same level of care and humility. Growth Opportunities This is not just a yoga teaching role. There are long-term opportunities to grow into a more senior operational, marketing, or management support role within the company that may involve: • Retreat operations coordination, • Marketing and content management, • Guest experience leadership, • Supporting expansion projects and new initiatives, • Involvement in our charity and wellness development work Support in launching future projects such as wellness cafés or new retreat centres As the company grows, so will the opportunities. Who This Role Is Perfect For This role is ideal for someone who: • Wants more than just a normal job, • Feels stuck and wants to change their life direction, • Wants to surround themselves with people focused on growth and wellbeing, • Wants meaningful responsibility and long-term opportunities, • Is willing to work hard and earn trust, • Wants to become part of something with purpose This is a role for someone who wants to grow into the best version of themselves while helping others do the same. If this resonates deeply with you, we would love to hear from you. Starting Salary £25,000 - £27,000 + annual bonus (discretionary based on company and individual performance) How to Apply Please send your CV and cover letter to Laura at hello@plantationvilla.com and include the following details: • Work visa/permit status, • Availability, • Ability to relocate or commute to Hereford

Package Description: Please note: This post is restricted to female applicants only as a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010. This is because the role involves providing personal care to women, where it is necessary to preserve their dignity and privacy. Could you be the reason someone smiles? Join us as a Home Care Assistant and make a real difference while building a rewarding career in care. • No experience necessary., • Providing personal care to clients., • Assisting with everyday tasks., • Offering comfort and reassurance. What We Offer: • Fully funded professional training, qualifications and career development., • Flexible contracts to suit you., • Up to £12.75 per hour., • Refer a friend programme., • Earn up to £1,000., • Blue Light discounts., • Pension scheme. Job requirements: • Alternate weekend work required., • Non-UK nationals must have the right to work in the UK with at least 12 months left on their visa; we are currently not offering sponsorship. No problem – all you need is kindness. We’ll provide full, free training and support your career growth all the way to QCF Level 5. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Drugs & Alcohol Needs Assessment Specialist Herefordshire Council (Remote) £350 per day 8-Week Contract Fully Remote Linscare are currently recruiting on behalf of Herefordshire Council for an experienced Drugs & Alcohol Needs Assessment Specialist to support a critical public health project on an 8-week contract basis. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of substance misuse services across the county by delivering a comprehensive, evidence-based needs assessment that will directly inform commissioning decisions, service redesign and improved outcomes for local residents. The Role Working closely with commissioners, public health teams and key stakeholders, you will lead the development of a robust Drugs and Alcohol Needs Assessment, providing a clear understanding of local need, service performance and future priorities. Key responsibilities will include: • Analysing local, regional and national datasets to identify trends, patterns and emerging risks, • Assessing the scale and nature of drug and alcohol misuse across Herefordshire, • Reviewing current treatment and recovery services to identify strengths, gaps and opportunities for improvement, • Examining inequalities in access, engagement and outcomes across different communities, • Exploring key issues including relapse, continuity of care and drug and alcohol-related deaths, • Incorporating qualitative insights, including lived experience and stakeholder feedback, • Benchmarking performance against comparable local authorities and national indicators, • Producing a comprehensive evidence-based report with clear recommendations for future commissioning and service design, • Presenting findings to senior stakeholders and partnership boards Requirements To be considered, applicants must demonstrate: • Significant experience delivering Public Health Needs Assessments, • Strong understanding of drug and alcohol treatment systems, • Experience working with NDTMS, OHID Fingertips and population health datasets, • Excellent quantitative and qualitative analytical skills, • Knowledge of substance misuse policy, commissioning and best practice, • Experience identifying unmet need, service gaps and health inequalities, • Ability to translate complex data into meaningful insights and recommendations, • Excellent report writing and presentation skills, • Ability to work independently and deliver within tight timescales What's on Offer? ✔ £350 per day ✔ Fully Remote Working ✔ 8-Week Initial Contract ✔ High-Profile Public Health Project ✔ Opportunity to Influence Future Service Delivery Across the County If you have a strong background in Public Health, Substance Misuse, Commissioning, Needs Assessment or Health Intelligence and would like to be considered, please apply today with your updated CV

Our client Herefordshire council is looking for a Social Worker to join their Children with Disabilities team. Introduction Our Children with Disabilities service is made up of one team. The team comprises of a Team Manager, two Managing Practitioners, one Senior Practitioner, Social Workers, and a team of Family Support Workers. We are proud of our restorative approach to social work - a way of working that is firmly embedded in our team culture and management style. Collaboration and reflection are at the heart of how we practice: senior managers are always available for guidance and support, especially when navigating complex cases. The Role In this vital role, you will work directly with children and young people who have a range of additional needs, along with their families, to ensure they receive the right support at the right time. You will complete holistic assessments, plan and coordinate services, and work collaboratively with families and partner agencies to promote positive outcomes and independence. Your work will focus on enabling children to thrive and reach their full potential, with their voice and experience at the centre of everything you do. We are passionate about providing an inclusive, empowering, and person-centred service. We work closely with families to build trusting relationships, ensuring they feel supported, valued, and part of the process. Our commitment is to help children with disabilities live fulfilling lives, while ensuring their safety, wellbeing, and opportunities to participate in their communities. About You Passionate about supporting children and young people with disabilities and their families to achieve the best possible outcomes Skilled in assessment, planning, and coordinating multi-agency support, ensuring that each child's individual needs are fully understood and met Committed to working collaboratively, inclusively, and creatively with children, families, and professionals from health, education, and social care Resilient, reflective, and confident in managing complex situations and making child-centred decisions Able to work effectively within a supportive and specialist team environment, contributing to a culture of learning and continuous improvement Registered with Social Work England and hold a recognised Social Work qualification (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of 3 years post qualifying experienceBenefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs Referral bonus - up to £250* per person placed. Double payrolls each week. *Terms & Conditions apply You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions. Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit

Your new company Hays Accountancy & Finance are partnering exclusively with an established, successful and well-known global manufacturing group in Herefordshire to recruit a dynamic & driven Reporting Accountant. An interesting and progressive accounting position which will play a vital role in analysing financial performance, interrogating financial data, business partnering with stakeholders across the group along with monthly reporting. This progressive accounting role will offer the option for global travel with the business if wanted, giving you exposure and influence across the group at all levels. Best suited to an ambitious, part-qualified/qualified accountant seeking career development, open to both finance professionals from industry and accountancy practice. Remote/office hybrid working hours and a study package for financial qualification if applicable. Your new role Your key duties will involve supporting with group pack preparation, monthly reporting, performing analytical reviews on budgets, monthly results and business plans. You will support forecasting reviews, review overheads monthly with stakeholders across the group, and assist with continuous improvement initiatives/projects. You will support the balance sheet review process, audit preparation, support strengthening financial controls, highlighting key emerging risks/opportunities. You will play a key role in financial integration of new businesses into the group, coordinating post-acquisition integration with senior management, along with assisting in reviewing group statutory packs, annual budgeting and strategic plan consolidation for group reporting. What you'll need to succeed To be considered for this progression Reporting Accountant role, you will need some experience in a similar position, a fully qualified CIMA/ACCA/ACA or working towards a full finance qualification. Experience with management reporting including preparation of management accounts, knowledge of various accounting systems, with strong MS Excel skills. Keen to learn, progress and develop, with strong communication skills to partner internally/externally at all levels. Experience managing workloads, meeting deadlines within a fast-paced and changing environment. Experience with Power BI, SAP and working within a large multi-site manufacturing group would be advantageous but not essential. What you'll get in return This permanent Reporting Accountant role offers a salary between £45,000 - £55,000 per annum, dependable on experience based in Herefordshire. Remote/office hybrid working is offered, a profit-related bonus scheme up to 15 % annually, a contributory pension scheme, 4 x salary life assurance, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, a holiday buy/sell scheme, study support for financial qualification is applicable, discounted health care and further group benefits. A great opportunity offering genuine career progression with the opportunity for global travel if wanted, working with a fast-paced global manufacturing group. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Senior Practitioner – Fostering Kinship Team Herefordshire Council Salary: £45,777 - £50,091 per annum Plus: £10,000 Welcome Payment & £4,000 Retention Payment Contract: Permanent | Full-time | Hybrid working available Herefordshire Council is strengthening its fostering and kinship provision as part of its wider improvement journey. With sustained investment and a stable leadership structure, the service offers a strong, supportive environment where experienced practitioners can genuinely influence practice and outcomes. About the Role As a Senior Practitioner in the Fostering Kinship Team, you’ll take a lead role in supervising foster carers and connected persons, overseeing complex assessments, and ensuring placements remain safe, high-quality, and aligned with children’s long-term plans. You’ll provide professional oversight to colleagues, contribute to panel preparation and quality assurance, and act as a key source of expertise in permanency, matching, and regulatory compliance. This role is ideal for someone who combines strong fostering experience with the confidence to guide others and shape service standards. Key Responsibilities Carry out and quality-assure complex fostering and kinship assessments, including Form F and SGO assessments. Provide reflective supervision and expert guidance to carers and colleagues. Lead on complex placement stability planning, disruption meetings, and support packages. Prepare high-quality reports for fostering panel and court. Promote best practice across assessment, supervision, and regulatory compliance. Ensure accurate recording and oversight within the MOSAIC system. Practice Model Herefordshire’s Family Safeguarding Model underpins practice across the service, emphasising restorative, strengths-based relationships with children, families, and carers. In fostering, this means valuing carers as core partners in delivering safe and nurturing homes, supported by clear communication, consistency, and reflective practice. Senior Practitioners help embed Motivational Interviewing, Restorative Practice, and multidisciplinary working, ensuring carers receive tailored support and children experience stable, well-matched placements. Requirements Social Work degree or equivalent qualification. Social Work England registration. Significant experience in fostering, kinship, or permanency services. Strong understanding of fostering regulations, assessments, and care planning. Proven ability to mentor, support, and develop colleagues. Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. Pool cars available for work travel. Sponsorship available for candidates with 2+ years UK experience. Benefits £10,000 Welcome Payment & £4,000 Retention Payment. Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). Protected professional development time and training budget. Clear progression pathways to management roles. Flexible working: flexi-time, job share, part-time hours, and hybrid options. 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme. Payment of Social Work England registration fees. “Pick Your Perks” benefits portal offering discounts on retail, health, leisure and travel. 31 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase up to 10 additional days. Interested? Contact Josh Da Costa at Sheldon Phillips on (phone number removed) or (phone number removed), or email to discuss this role in more detail. Referral Bonus: Know someone perfect for the role? We offer up to £500 for successful referrals

Social Worker – Safeguarding & Support Team Herefordshire Council Salary: £41,363 - £45,777 per annum Plus: £10,000 Welcome Payment & £4,000 Retention Payment Contract: Permanent | Full-time | Hybrid working available Herefordshire Council continues to invest in its social work services, with a clear focus on workforce stability, reduced caseloads, and reflective practice. The service is on a strong improvement journey, currently undergoing Ofsted inspection, and continues to embed the Family Safeguarding model across all teams. About the Role As a Social Worker in the Safeguarding & Support Team, you’ll work with families on Child in Need, Child Protection, and Care Proceedings pathways, building strong and trusting relationships to achieve lasting change. This is a varied and rewarding role where you’ll work alongside adult specialists and partner agencies to develop effective safety and support plans. You’ll balance professional curiosity with empathy, ensuring every decision is underpinned by evidence-based practice and a clear focus on the child’s voice. Key Responsibilities Manage a caseload of children requiring ongoing statutory intervention under CIN, CP, and court processes. Develop and implement robust Child Protection and Child in Need plans. Prepare clear and concise reports for conferences and legal proceedings. Work closely with multi-disciplinary professionals to safeguard and support families. Ensure accurate and timely case recording on the MOSAIC system. Promote best practice through reflection, supervision, and peer support. Practice Model Herefordshire’s Family Safeguarding Model is built around restorative and relationship-based practice. Each team includes adult specialists in domestic abuse, substance misuse, and mental health, enabling truly holistic interventions that address the root causes of harm. Social workers use Motivational Interviewing and Restorative Practice to help families make sustainable changes. Reflective supervision, manageable caseloads, and a focus on wellbeing ensure practitioners can focus on what matters most — improving outcomes for children. Requirements Social Work degree or equivalent qualification. Social Work England registration. Experience within Child Protection, CIN, or Court work. Strong understanding of safeguarding legislation and frameworks. Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. Pool cars available for work travel. Sponsorship available for candidates with 2+ years UK experience. Benefits £10,000 Welcome Payment & £4,000 Retention Payment. Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). Protected professional development time and training budget. Clear progression pathways to Senior Social Worker level. Flexible working: flexi-time, job share, part-time hours, and hybrid options. 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme. Payment of Social Work England registration fees. “Pick Your Perks” benefits portal offering discounts on retail, health, leisure and travel. 31 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase up to 10 additional days. Interested? Contact Josh Da Costa at Sheldon Phillips on (phone number removed) or (phone number removed), or email to discuss this role in more detail. Referral Bonus: Know someone perfect for the role? We offer up to £500 for successful referrals

Team Manager – Assessment Team | Herefordshire Council Up to £60,915 + £4,000 retention bonus + £10,000 relocation package + £10,000 welcome bonus (paid in two increments) Hybrid working | ASAP start | UK experience required | Driver required Herefordshire Council are recruiting a Team Manager into their Assessment and Support Service. This is an exciting leadership opportunity within a restorative and relationship-based authority focused on improving outcomes for children and families. Our Assessment and Support service operates across three locality offices: South Locality (Ross-on-Wye), North Locality (Leominster), and Central Locality (Hereford). Each team includes a Team Manager, Senior Practitioner, Social Workers, and Family Support Workers, creating a collaborative and supportive environment. Salary and incentives Salary up to £60,915 £4,000 retention bonus £10,000 relocation package (subject to eligibility) £10,000 welcome bonus (paid in two increments) Hybrid working arrangements Key responsibilities Leadership and supervision Lead and manage a team of Social Workers and Family Support Workers Provide reflective supervision, oversight, and performance management Ensure workloads are effectively allocated and managed Support staff development and promote high standards of practice Practice oversight Oversee Child and Family Assessments, safeguarding interventions, and care planning Ensure timely Section 17 and Section 47 enquiries Maintain strong oversight through audits, supervision, and quality assurance activity Chair strategy discussions, planning meetings, and complex case reviews Safeguarding and outcomes Drive timely interventions and child-centred planning Promote strong multi-agency working with partner agencies Ensure statutory requirements and performance indicators are met Support positive outcomes for children and families through effective decision-making Requirements Social Work England registration Social Work qualification Current or recent Team Manager experience within UK Children’s Services Strong background in safeguarding and assessment services UK local authority experience Full UK driving licence What makes a strong applicant Strong management oversight and decision-making skills Experience improving performance and outcomes within frontline services Ability to support, challenge, and develop practitioners Confidence working within an improvement-focused authority Apply or Refer Someone Now If you’re a proven Team Manager and can start quickly (or have a clear notice period), get in touch today. We offer up to £500 for a Manager referral if you know someone. Josh Da Costa (phone number removed) | (phone number removed)