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Building a sustainable tomorrow BAM UK & Ireland is recruiting an Assistant Whole Life Carbon Assessor to join the BAM Design team. This role will support the delivery of Whole Life Carbon Assessments (WLCAs) aligned with RICS Whole Life Carbon v2 for school and education sector projects. You will work closely with BAM Design’s carbon assessor, design managers, engineers, and environmental specialists to deliver high quality WLCAs that inform decision making throughout the project lifecycle. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about sustainability in construction who is looking to grow their technical expertise within a contractor environment. Making Possible Whole Life Carbon Assessment • Assist in producing RICS WLC v2 compliant assessments across all life cycle stages (A1–C4 + D) and all RIBA stages • Support carbon modelling using platforms such as One Click LCA. • Prepare baseline carbon models, design iterations, options appraisals, and final WLCA reports. • Identify carbon hotspots and propose practical, achievable reduction strategies. Data Collection & Material Quantification • Gather, review, and validate data from design teams. Reporting & Documentation • Produce clear, visually engaging WLCA outputs for internal and external stakeholders. • Maintain well organised model versions, evidence logs, and supporting documentation. Collaboration & Coordination • Work closely with design teams to review specifications and material changes. • Participate in internal and external design workshops. • Support BAM Design’s Whole Life Carbon Assessor in delivering project specific carbon workshops. • Attend relevant industry networking events and share insights with the wider team What’s in it for you? • Opportunity to develop expertise in a fast growing specialist area. • Training and mentorship from experienced carbon and sustainability professionals. • Exposure to live, real world contractor projects from early design through to delivery. • Clear career progression within whole life carbon and wider sustainability roles. What do you bring to the role? Desirable Skills • Experience working within a contractor environment or fast paced project settings. • Familiarity with UK sustainability frameworks such as LETI, UKGBC, GLA WLC, DfE specifications, and the UK Net Zero Carbon Building Standard. • Experience with Power BI or basic programming skills (e.g., Python) for data automation. Qualifications • Degree in sustainability, environmental science, engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related field. • Embodied carbon or LCA related training (LETI, One Click LCA, UKGBC, CIBSE) is beneficial. About BAM Building a sustainable tomorrow. That’s our mission and our promise at BAM. It’s how we engineer vital infrastructure and construct high-quality buildings as one of the largest construction companies in Europe. We strive to create an environment where everybody feels welcome and valued. We’re on an exciting journey to employ the best talent to join us regardless of social background, race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics. The application process BAM is committed to ensuring a fully inclusive recruitment and onboarding process, so if at any time you feel you may need any reasonable adjustments, do not hesitate to speak with one of our team, and we will do our best to support you. "Join us in Making Possible

SEND Tutors (1:1 Support) – St Albans Location: Hertfordshire Hourly Rate: £25 - £35 / Hour Flexible Hours: Up to 30 per week | Term-time only Make a difference where it matters most. AP Education is pleased to collaborate with local authorities in delivering customised 1:1 Alternative Provision for children and young people who are unable to access a mainstream education setting. We seek dedicated SEND Tutors, SEND Teachers, and HLTAs in (AREA) and the surrounding regions. You will be supporting learners with a range of complex needs, including but not limited to: SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) Autism EBSA (Emotionally Based School Avoidance) SpLD (Specific Learning Difficulties) MLD (Moderate Learning Difficulties) Key Responsibilities You’ll provide face-to-face 1:1 support, working with students from Early Years to KS4. Your responsibilities will include: Deliver core subjects (Maths, English, Science) or SEND-specific content. Implement effective behaviour management using positive strategies and patience. Provide a therapeutic and adaptable approach to education, ensuring each learner’s individual needs are met. Perform baseline academic and emotional assessments to inform targeted support and intervention. Prepare detailed daily/weekly progress reports and, where necessary, liaise with external professionals such as SALT, OT, or Social Workers to facilitate a collaborative, multi-agency approach. Manage daily attendance reporting via our attendance software. Assist learners in transitioning to mainstream or specialist education settings as appropriate.Candidate Profile: Proven experience teaching or tutoring children with SEND/SEMH requirements. Background in education, youth work, or therapeutic settings. QTS or HLTA certification preferred; however, applicants with a minimum of two years' relevant UK experience without qualifications are welcome. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Compassionate, dependable, and initiative-taking mindset.Why AP Education? Guaranteed weekly pay. Access to tailored curriculum platforms designed for flexibility, accessibility, and personalised learning support. Comprehensive Baseline toolkit with downloadable resources and training videos. Training sessions led by our Head of Education. Regular CPD opportunities, including workshops on trauma-informed practice, to ensure ongoing professional growth. Use of our bespoke tutor platform, featuring a wide array of trainings and resources to enhance your support for learners. Opportunity to make a direct and meaningful impact on individual students without managing large classroom groups. Dedicated Education Coordinator to assist throughout your placement. Streamlined compliance process for quick onboarding. Ongoing access to new placements, with consistent referrals from our local authority partners ensuring continuity of employment.Ready to Make a Real Difference? If you're passionate about helping young people thrive and want to work in a flexible, supportive environment — we’d love to hear from you. Call us on (phone number removed) and ask for Lauryn Tyson Or apply now to become a 1:1 SEND Tutor in Hertfordshire AP Education is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful applicants are required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, or sexuality