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We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Salaried GP to join our friendly and supportive multi disciplinary team at The Dicconson Group Practice . As a Salaried GP you will play a vital role in delivering high quality, patient centered care for the differing needs of our patient community.Ensuring that the highest standards of care for our patient population are met. The Salaried GP will also work closely with our Practices multi-disciplinary team of other GP's, Nurses and non-clinical staff to provide a high quality and accessible service to all of our patients. This role offers you the opportunity to contribute to the ongoing development of services within our well established Practice with support for professional development and work life balance. The main duties of this role will be to deliver high quality care across a range of day to day responsibilities . This will include face to face consultations and telephone consultations. We will be looking for the successful candidate to work for 4 sessions in the Practice. . We would also require you to review pathology results, manage Docman correspondence, handle prescriptions and respond to patient queries. The successful candidate will be expected to carry out a full range of duties expected of a GP in Primary Care exercising clinical autonomy and professional judgment. We actively encourage professional developement and offer opportunitie to take on lead roles, pursue special interests and look at career progression. Located in the heart of Wigan Town Centre, The Dicconson Group Practice is a well established GP Practice serving a diverse patient population of approximately 9650 people. You'll be joining a welcoming and experienced Clinical Team at the Practice. This is headed up by our 4 supportive GP Partners , We then have our dedicated team of 3 Salaried GP's , 2 Advanced Clinicians, a trainee Advanced Clinician , 3 Practice Nurses, Nurse Associate and our Healthcare Assistant. They are then supported by our fantastic non clinical team , including our friendly reception team, 2 dedicated secretaries and Data Quality Lead and our Management Team of 3. We pride ourselves on our collaborative supportive environment where every team member is valued and encouraged to contribute to the ongoing development of the Practice. Together we are dedicated to delivering high quality , patient centered care and continuously improving the health and wellbeing of our community. We are a Visa Holding Practice. • Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate treatment/interventions and care for patients presenting with an undifferentiated diagnosis, • Clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological perspective, and plan clinical care accordingly, • Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate interventions/treatments for patients with complex needs. Proactively identify, diagnose and manage treatment plans for patients at risk of developing a long-term condition (as appropriate), • Diagnose and manage both acute and chronic conditions, integrating both drug- and non-drug-based treatment methods into a management plan, • Work with patients to support compliance with and adherence to prescribed treatments. Provide information and advice on prescribed or over-the-counter medication on medication regimens, side-effects and interactions, • Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care, • Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles, and apply principles of self-care, • Undertake a variety of duties including surgery consultations, telephone consultations and queries., • Visiting patients at home, checking and signing repeat prescriptions and dealing with queries,, • Completion of paperwork, referrals, and correspondence in a timely manner., • Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care workers within the organisation., • Recording clear and contemporaneous consultation notes to agreed standards., • Collecting and presenting data for audit or educational purposes., • Participate in enhanced services work on behalf of the Practice or PCN, • Utilise and demonstrate sensitive communication styles, to ensure patients are fully informed and consent to treatment, • Communicate with and support patients in need, • Communicate effectively with patients and carers, recognising the need for alternative methods of communication to overcome different levels of understanding, cultural background and preferred ways of communicating, • Anticipate barriers to communication and take action to improve communication, • Maintain effective communication within the practice environment and with external stakeholders, • Act as an advocate for patients and colleagues, • Ensure awareness of sources of support and guidance (eg PALS) and provide information in an acceptable format to all patients, recognising any difficulties and referring where appropriate, • Produce accurate, contemporaneous and complete records of patient consultation, consistent with legislation, policies and procedures, • Prioritise, organise and manage own workload in a manner that maintains and promotes quality, • Deliver care according to NICE guidelines and evidence-based care, • Assess effectiveness of care delivery through self and peer review, benchmarking and formal evaluation, • Initiate and participate in the maintenance of quality governance systems and processes across the organisation and its activities, • Utilise the audit cycle as a means of evaluating the quality of the work of self and the team, implementing improvements where required, • In partnership with other clinical teams, collaborate on improving the quality of health care responding to local and national policies and initiatives as appropriate, • Evaluate patients response to health care provision and the effectiveness of care, • Support and participate in shared learning across the practice and wider organisations, • Use a structured framework (eg SEA) to manage, review and identify learning from patient complaints, clinical incidents and near-miss events, • Assess the impact of policy implementation on care delivery, • Understand and apply legal issues that support the identification of vulnerable and abused children and adults, and be aware of statutory child/vulnerable patients health procedures and local guidance, • Take responsibility for own learning and performance including participating in clinical supervision and acting as a positive role mode, • Support staff development to maximise potential, • Critically evaluate and review innovations and developments that are relevant to the area of work, • Enlist support and influence stakeholders and decision-makers in order to bring about new developments in the provision of services, • Take a lead role in planning and implementing changes within the area of care and responsibility, • Contribute to the development of local guidelines, protocols and standards, • Market the role of the advanced nurse practitioner in general practice, • Understand own role and scope and identify how this may develop over time, • Work as an effective and responsible team member, supporting others and exploring the mechanisms to develop new ways of working, • Delegate clearly and appropriately, adopting the principles of safe practice and assessment of competence #J-18808-Ljbffr

Are you a highly skilled and adaptable professional ready to take on a complex role supporting student achievement across all learning platforms? Join us as an Advanced Teaching Assistant, crucial in delivering targeted interventions and high-quality learning activities to individuals and small groups, both physically and online. This is an opportunity for an experienced individual to monitor progress, implement statutory development plans, and support diverse student needs, including those with SEND, EAL, and gifted/talented status. Welcome from the Principal: I am excited to introduce you to Outwood Academy Hindley, recently judged 'Good' in all areas by Ofsted. The report recognised our outstanding 'culture of care' and welcoming environment. We place a strong emphasis on staff development, guaranteeing excellent CPD opportunities for those passionate about improving their practice. Our exceptional team shares a strong sense of teamwork and commitment to transforming student lives. Similarly, our students are kind, well-mannered, and keen to succeed. Everything we do is guided by the core principles of the Outwood family: students first, raising standards, and transforming lives. If you share our passion for improving the life chances of young people, I am very keen to meet you and welcome you to our team. If you have any questions or would like to visit the school, please contact Matthew Haughton (HR Assistant) at . You will deliver planned learning activities and intervention programmes to small groups or individuals in various environments, adjusting delivery based on student responses. A crucial element is involvement in assessing, monitoring, and recording student development and attainment via appropriate ICT systems, especially tracking the impact of interventions. The role requires supporting students with special educational needs (SEN) and those for whom English is not their first language. Duties also include providing short-term cover for learning environments, supporting the implementation of individual development plans (like EHCPs), managing resources, and invigilating exams. Candidates must hold a Level 3 qualification relating to working with children and young people. Essential experience includes working flexibly to meet business needs, working in a school setting or with children/young people, and previous experience supporting students in small group or one-to-one situations. You must be skilled in delivering interventions and highly proficient in a range of educational ICT packages, such as SIMS, o'Cloud, and Praising Stars. Effective communication, confidentiality, and the ability to relate empathetically to students and recognise potential safeguarding concerns are also necessary. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Company: Midstream (West Lancs.) Salary: £25,116 to £25,116 a year Hours: Full-time Location: Skelmersdale, WN8 9PR Working pattern: On-site Job type: Permanent Posting date: 4 Sept 2026 Closing date: 2 Oct 2026 This position combines the knowledge & skills of a care assistant with those of a teaching assistant within the SEND (Special Educational Needs & Disability) sector. Working as part of an established team and under the guidance of qualified teaching or care professionals, you will be providing support to young people and adults with a wide range of learning disabilities and additional needs who are undertaking daytime vocational training and work activities within a specialist vocational training & social care provider. You will be supporting individuals to achieve nationally recognised vocational qualifications, prompting and guiding them in their daily work activities, encouraging independence and positive behaviour, helping them to achieve personal targets via their Individual Learning Plan (ILP) and their EHCP (Education, Health & Care Plan) outcomes. Social inclusion and making choices are also promoted as part of this essential role. You will be a key person to ensure the health, safety & wellbeing of the young people and adults being supported is maintained always. You may be required to assist with personal care needs as appropriate. Work and training activities take place daily in a variety of purpose built, practical ‘real life’ working environments. These include: • Horticultural unit, • Garden centre, • Café & Catering unit, • Office, • Crafts workshop, • Hair & beauty salon, • Pathways to Adulthood (educational setting), • Offsite practical work experience in the wider community Work is both indoors & outdoors and can be physically demanding. Support staff are also expected to drive company vehicles when accompanying young people and adults who engage in activities offsite, or to transport them to and from home as required, therefore, applicants must have a full clean driving licence. • Support, guide, prompt and encourage individuals throughout their daily work and training activities to ensure good conduct, health, safety and wellbeing always., • Under the guidance of qualified teaching staff or workplace assessors, assist with training, developing and the assessment of learnt knowledge for nationally recognised vocational qualifications., • As required, and under the guidance of qualified health & social care staff, provide assistance to young people or adults with additional needs with their personal care., • Administer prescribed and over the counter medication as required and in-line with the established medication policy., • Support individuals over lunches and breaks., • Provide 1:1 support as required., • Transport or escort clients to and from home using company vehicles when required., • Record keeping & contributing towards meetings & reviews., • Undertake Continuous Professional Development opportunities in line with your job role., • Carry out any other duties as required. Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme About Disability Confident Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions. #J-18808-Ljbffr

The Headteacher and Governors at Willow Grove Primary School are looking to recruit 2 highly motivated, energetic and passionate Assistant Headteachers to join our school. At Willow Grove, we pride ourselves on providing a nurturing environment where every child is supported to reach their full potential. Our specialist school caters to pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH). This is a tremendous opportunity for experienced teachers and leaders with a proven record in school for supporting children with behaviour that can be challenging, or a teacher with a background in specialist provision. Willow Grove Primary School has adopted strong attachment and trauma-informed practices (ATP) as the basis for working with its pupils and we are looking to further develop our team with staff who have knowledge in this area. Please refer to the job descriptions for more information on the roles. Please see greater.jobs advertisement for more information about what Willow Grove Primary School offers. Applicants are encouraged to visit school on one of the following group visit sessions: 17th September - 8am 22nd September - 3.30pm 24th September - 8am You must book a place by emailing Willow Grove Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children. We will process personal data and sensitive personal data (also known as 'special categories of personal data') and criminal records data relating to you in accordance with our Data protection policy and in accordance with data protection laws. If you require any further information, please contact the school on or email . Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. #J-18808-Ljbffr