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Location: Remote (home/field-based covering the North of England and Scotland, including Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool, Edinburgh and Glasgow) Hours: 37 hours per week Salary: £35,000 DOE + car allowance + commission (OTE £70,000) We are growing our presence in the Purpose Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) and Build to Rent (BTR) sectors and are looking for a commercially driven Business Development Manager in the North of England to help scale this area of the business. This role will cover Scotland and Northern England, including Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool and Edinburgh and Glasgow. You will ideally be based in Greater Manchester or West Yorkshire, allowing efficient driving access across Northern England and Scotland and a practical monthly drive to Sheffield HQ. UniHomes is the UK’s go to student accommodation marketplace, supporting millions of students’ searches every year and delivering high quality enquiries to accommodation providers nationwide. As demand for varying formats of accommodation continues to rise, we are working with a wider range of PBSA and BTR operators to help renters find their perfect home and the operators improve their visibility and fill rooms. In this role, you will take ownership of developing new PBSA and BTR partnerships, working primarily with individual buildings and smaller portfolios. You will identify opportunities, win new partners, and manage relationships end to end through onboarding, performance, and renewal. You’ll act as a trusted commercial contact throughout the advertising term, ensuring partners see ongoing value from UniHomes. Where appropriate, you’ll also support partners as they explore more strategic ways of working with us as their portfolios grow. This is a field based role with a high level of autonomy, offering the chance to make a tangible impact in a growing segment of the business, alongside strong earning potential through uncapped commission. Key responsibilities: • Identify and target PBSA and BTR opportunities across the UK, focusing on individual buildings and smaller portfolios., • Proactively research and approach new operators aligned to the UniHomes proposition., • Spend significant time in the field meeting prospective partners across your territory., • Present the UniHomes advertising offering, clearly demonstrating value, reach, and performance., • Manage the full commercial lifecycle from initial outreach through to close., • Support new partners through onboarding, ensuring listings are well set up from launch., • Build strong, long-term relationships, acting as the main commercial point of contact., • Use performance insight and market context to lead renewal discussions., • Identify opportunities for relationships to deepen or evolve over time., • Keep CRM records, pipeline activity and reporting up to date., • Stay close to PBSA and BTR market trends, student demand, and competitor activity., • Represent UniHomes professionally at meetings and relevant industry events., • Attend monthly meetings at Sheffield HQ and occasional overnight stays when required. Skills and experience: • Proven experience in a field-based sales or business development role., • Experience within PBSA, BTR, student accommodation or property portal sales is highly desirable., • Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills., • Comfortable with frequent travel, long drives and managing a national territory., • Self-motivated, target driven and resilient., • Ability to build rapport quickly and develop long term relationships., • Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle. About us: At UniHomes, we’re on a mission to transform the entire student rental experience across the UK. As the market-leading student accommodation advertising platform and utility management service provider, we make finding and securing all-inclusive student accommodation simple, seamless, and stress-free. We’re not just another platform. UniHomes is developing innovative technology to deliver one go-to destination that supports the entire student rental journey. With an unwavering focus on our students, partner letting agents, operators and suppliers, we continually evolve and enhance our products and services to exceed expectations, while tackling market complexity with ease and transparency. Since launching in 2015, we’ve experienced rapid growth. Today, we operate in 60+ cities, partner with 1,000+ agents and operators, and are backed by Macquarie Capital and LDC. Our success has been recognised with accolades from EY Entrepreneur of the Year, Deloitte UK Technology Fast 50, The Negotiator Awards, and Great Place to Work® certification. Our 140+ strong team is based in the heart of Sheffield City Centre, where we’re driving innovation, expanding into new markets, and fostering a culture built on collaboration, creativity, and growth. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and help redefine how students find their perfect home, now is the time to join UniHomes. Be part of a team that’s opening new doors to better experiences, brighter ideas, and stress-free living. We are a team driven and united by our core values: • Lead the Way, • In it Together, • Customers Matter, • Keep it Simple, • Rise Above Challenges, • Make it Happen What do you get when you work here?_ With people and culture at the heart of our organisation, we are continually enhancing our employee offer and culture. We are incredibly proud to have been officially certified as a Great Place to Work® (GPTW®) and an accredited Living Wage employer - all our employees earn a fair living wage above the government minimum wage. _Our impressive benefits package and perks comprise: holidays, length of service days, voluntary day, enhanced pension scheme, pension salary sacrifice scheme, healthcare scheme, Employee Assistant Programme, sick pay, enhanced maternity & paternity pay, career progression, a commitment to personal and professional development, employee awards, refer a friend scheme, staff discounts, mental health and financial support, and company social events. When you do occasionally visit our stunning state-of-the-art office in Sheffield, you will be treated to complimentary breakfast, hot & cold drinks, snacks, pool table, and company social events. At UniHomes we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can thrive and which values individuals for their unique perspectives. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments to make the recruitment process more accessible to you. Applicants must already have the permanent and unrestricted right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship as we do not hold a sponsor licence. We want to hear your unique voice in your application. We love AI, but relying on it solely to write your cover letter and answer the application questions is a missed opportunity to showcase the originality and personality that will make you stand out. Show us the real you. We do not accept CV submissions from recruitment agencies. Direct applications from individual candidates are encouraged. Thank you for your understanding.

Location: Remote (home/field-based covering Central and South regions including London, Birmingham, Bristol, and Cardiff Hours: 37 hours per week Salary: £35,000 DOE + car allowance + commission (OTE £70,000) We are growing our presence in the Purpose Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) and Build to Rent (BTR) sectors and are looking for a commercially driven Business Development Manager in the West Midlands to help scale this area of the business. This role will cover Central and South including London, Birmingham, Bristol, and Cardiff. You will ideally be based in the West Midlands, providing central driving access to England and Wales and a manageable monthly drive to Sheffield HQ. UniHomes is the UK’s go to student accommodation marketplace, supporting millions of students’ searches every year and delivering high quality enquiries to accommodation providers nationwide. As demand for varying formats of accommodation continues to rise, we are working with a wider range of PBSA and BTR operators to help renters find their perfect home and the operators improve their visibility and fill rooms. In this role, you will take ownership of developing new PBSA and BTR partnerships, working primarily with individual buildings and smaller portfolios. You will identify opportunities, win new partners, and manage relationships end to end through onboarding, performance, and renewal. You’ll act as a trusted commercial contact throughout the advertising term, ensuring partners see ongoing value from UniHomes. Where appropriate, you’ll also support partners as they explore more strategic ways of working with us as their portfolios grow. This is a field based role with a high level of autonomy, offering the chance to make a tangible impact in a growing segment of the business, alongside strong earning potential through uncapped commission. Key responsibilities: • Identify and target PBSA and BTR opportunities across the UK, focusing on individual buildings and smaller portfolios., • Proactively research and approach new operators aligned to the UniHomes proposition., • Spend significant time in the field meeting prospective partners across your territory., • Present the UniHomes advertising offering, clearly demonstrating value, reach, and performance., • Manage the full commercial lifecycle from initial outreach through to close., • Support new partners through onboarding, ensuring listings are well set up from launch., • Build strong, long-term relationships, acting as the main commercial point of contact., • Use performance insight and market context to lead renewal discussions., • Identify opportunities for relationships to deepen or evolve over time., • Keep CRM records, pipeline activity and reporting up to date., • Stay close to PBSA and BTR market trends, student demand, and competitor activity., • Represent UniHomes professionally at meetings and relevant industry events., • Attend monthly meetings at Sheffield HQ and occasional overnight stays when required. Skills and experience: • Proven experience in a field-based sales or business development role., • Experience within PBSA, BTR, student accommodation or property portal sales is highly desirable., • Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills., • Comfortable with frequent travel, long drives and managing a national territory., • Self-motivated, target driven and resilient., • Ability to build rapport quickly and develop long term relationships., • Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle. About us: At UniHomes, we’re on a mission to transform the entire student rental experience across the UK. As the market-leading student accommodation advertising platform and utility management service provider, we make finding and securing all-inclusive student accommodation simple, seamless, and stress-free. We’re not just another platform. UniHomes is developing innovative technology to deliver one go-to destination that supports the entire student rental journey. With an unwavering focus on our students, partner letting agents, operators and suppliers, we continually evolve and enhance our products and services to exceed expectations, while tackling market complexity with ease and transparency. Since launching in 2015, we’ve experienced rapid growth. Today, we operate in 60+ cities, partner with 1,000+ agents and operators, and are backed by Macquarie Capital and LDC. Our success has been recognised with accolades from EY Entrepreneur of the Year, Deloitte UK Technology Fast 50, The Negotiator Awards, and Great Place to Work® certification. Our 140+ strong team is based in the heart of Sheffield City Centre, where we’re driving innovation, expanding into new markets, and fostering a culture built on collaboration, creativity, and growth. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and help redefine how students find their perfect home, now is the time to join UniHomes. Be part of a team that’s opening new doors to better experiences, brighter ideas, and stress-free living. We are a team driven and united by our core values: • Lead the Way, • In it Together, • Customers Matter, • Keep it Simple, • Rise Above Challenges, • Make it Happen What do you get when you work here?_ With people and culture at the heart of our organisation, we are continually enhancing our employee offer and culture. We are incredibly proud to have been officially certified as a Great Place to Work® (GPTW®) and an accredited Living Wage employer - all our employees earn a fair living wage above the government minimum wage. _Our impressive benefits package and perks comprise: holidays, length of service days, voluntary day, enhanced pension scheme, pension salary sacrifice scheme, healthcare scheme, Employee Assistant Programme, sick pay, enhanced maternity & paternity pay, career progression, a commitment to personal and professional development, employee awards, refer a friend scheme, staff discounts, mental health and financial support, and company social events. When you do occasionally visit our stunning state-of-the-art office in Sheffield, you will be treated to complimentary breakfast, hot & cold drinks, snacks, pool table, and company social events. At UniHomes we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can thrive and which values individuals for their unique perspectives. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments to make the recruitment process more accessible to you. Applicants must already have the permanent and unrestricted right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship as we do not hold a sponsor licence. We want to hear your unique voice in your application. We love AI, but relying on it solely to write your cover letter and answer the application questions is a missed opportunity to showcase the originality and personality that will make you stand out. Show us the real you. We do not accept CV submissions from recruitment agencies. Direct applications from individual candidates are encouraged. Thank you for your understanding.

EYFS Teaching Assistant (Reception Class) • Location: Over Wyre, Lancashire, • Job Type: Full-time, • Contract Duration: September – August (Full Academic Year), • Salary: Competitive Join the welcoming team at a beautiful Primary School situated Over Wyre as an EYFS Teaching Assistant. This full-time role spans the entire academic year, offering a fantastic opportunity for individuals passionate about supporting early childhood education. Day-to-day of the role: • Support the class teacher in planning and delivering engaging and creative EYFS lessons., • Work closely with small groups and on a 1:1 basis to enhance student learning and development., • Assist in the preparation and organisation of classroom activities and resources., • Promote a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment for all children., • Support the social, emotional, and behavioural development of pupils., • Observe and report on pupil progress, adhering to the EYFS framework. Required Skills & Qualifications: • Proven experience working within an EYFS setting; experience in Reception is highly desirable., • A caring, patient, and enthusiastic approach to working with young children., • Strong communication and teamwork skills, capable of working collaboratively with te...

Start Date: September 2026 Contract Type: Full Academic Year (Sept 2026 - July 2027), Term-Time Only Salary: Paid to NJC (National Joint Council) Scale from Day 1 About the Role We are seeking a dedicated, adaptable, and resilient Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant to join a supportive secondary school in Preston for the full 2026/2027 academic year. In the secondary environment, students face unique challenges navigating multiple subjects, classrooms, and social dynamics. You will provide targeted 1:1 and small-group support to a student with an active Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), helping them access the curriculum, develop emotional resilience, and build vital independent life skills. Working under the guidance of the school's SENCO, you will be a crucial bridge between the student and their subject teachers. We believe in ethical recruitment and financial transparency; therefore, this position pays directly to the NJC scale from Day 1, ensuring your experience and qualifications are fairly compensated from your very first day in school. Key Responsibilities Provide tailored 1:1 and small-group support across various academic subjects, helping the student comprehend tasks and stay engaged. Assist the student with transition times, organisation, and navigating the secondary school environment between periods. Modify and differentiate learning materials in real-time to match the student...

Gillespies LLP — Graduate/Assistant Designer (Landscape Architect / Architect) – Freelance / Contract Role About the opportunity We are looking for a talented Graduate/Assistant-level designer, welcoming applications from Landscape Architects or Architects, with strong visual, design and technical curiosity, to join our creative studio on a freelance / contract basis. This role is suitable for recent graduates or early-career professionals (typically 6–18 months experience is advantageous) who are eager to develop their practice skills while contributing to real projects across the UK and internationally. If you are passionate about design, enjoy working across scales, and want hands-on exposure to real project delivery within a collaborative studio environment, we would like to hear from you. About us Gillespies LLP is a diverse and free-thinking team of landscape architects, masterplanners and urban designers. We believe great places are created when people, nature and design intelligence work in balance. While technology is transforming design practice, we value the human insight, creativity and storytelling that shape enduring environments. Our work spans large-scale landscape, public realm and urban regeneration projects in the UK and internationally. Role scope You will support project teams in a design-led, professional studio environment. Typical activities may include: • Preparation of presentation materials across digital, 3D and graphic media, • Development of drawings and packages for planning, technical, tender and construction stages, • Conceptual sketching, illustrative design and visualisation support, • Contribution to design research, precedent studies, materials exploration and technical references, • Drafting, setting up and amending drawings in accordance with studio CAD/BIM standards, • Project file management, drawing issue coordination, printing and documentation control, • Participation in internal design discussions and project meetings, • Fieldwork, site surveys and research tasks where required Design, digital and emerging technology skills We are particularly interested in candidates who are curious about how digital innovation and AI-assisted workflows are shaping modern design practice. You should demonstrate an interest in: • Design exploration using emerging digital tools, • 3D Visualisation, graphic communication and workflow optimisation, • Data-informed design research and analysis, • Experimentation with new design technologies within a studio environment Freelance working considerations This is a freelance / contract role. Candidates should therefore be able to confirm: • Professional Professional Indemnity (PI) insurance coverage appropriate to freelance design work, • Familiarity with industry-standard design tools used in landscape and architectural practice, • Access to your own laptop and business licensed core design software Software list : Essential • Adobe Creative Cloud (with access to Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator as a minimum), • Microsoft 365 or Studio 2019 with MS Teams., • AutoCAD or AutoCAD LT Desirable based on project requirements • Autodesk Revit, • Autodesk Navisworks & Manager, • ArcGIS Desktop Pro, • Autodesk Civil 3D, • Sketch-up Pro, • Google Earth Pro, • NBS Chorus, • Rhino What we are looking for Education and professional development • Relevant degree in Landscape Architecture, Architecture, or related design discipline, • Post-graduate qualification is desirable, • Student member of the Landscape Institute (or equivalent) working toward professional accreditation is advantageous Technical and planning awareness • Basic understanding of the UK planning system and policy context, • Awareness of technical standards relevant to design and construction documentation, • Exposure to professional studio processes and project delivery stages Communication and creative capability • Strong written, verbal and visual communication skills, • Ability to develop hand sketches, digital drawings and presentation graphics, • Creative problem-solving mindset Personal attributes • Flexible and adaptable working style, • Curious and eager to learn, • Resilient and proactive, • Passionate about design quality, • Self-motivated and collaborative How to apply If you believe you are a good match for this opportunity, please submit your CV and portfolio using the Apply For This Job button above. Equal opportunities Gillespies LLP is an equal opportunities employer.

Teaching Assistant – Preston, Lancashire Make a real difference every day as a Teaching Assistant in Preston, Lancashire. Vision for Education is working in partnership with a welcoming secondary school to recruit a dedicated Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting young people with additional needs in an inclusive learning environment. Teaching Assistant | Mainstream Secondary School SEND Department | Preston, Lancashire | September 2026 Start Vision for Education is recruiting a Teaching Assistant to join the large SEND department of a well-established mainstream secondary school in Preston, Lancashire. This full-time, long-term Teaching Assistant position will begin in September 2026 and continue for the full academic year. As a Teaching Assistant in Preston, Lancashire, you will provide dedicated support to students aged 11–16 with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), helping them to access learning, develop confidence and achieve their individual potential within the classroom. The successful Teaching Assistant will work closely with the SEND team, class teachers and other professionals to deliver tailored support, promote positive outcomes and encourage independence throughout the school day. The role As a Teaching Assistant, you will: Support students aged 11–16 with autism within mainstream lessons and small group interventions. Build positive, trusting relationships that help pupils feel safe, understood and engaged. Adapt communication styles to meet individual needs, using clear, consistent language and visual or structured approaches where appropriate. Help students manage transitions, routines and changes throughout the school day. Promote emotional regulation using positive behaviour support strategies and de-escalation techniques. Encourage independence, social interaction and participation in learning. Work collaboratively with teachers and the SEND department to implement individual support plans and monitor pupil progress. Create an inclusive learning environment where every student feels valued and supported. This Teaching Assistant role in Preston, Lancashire would suit someone who is patient, empathetic, resilient and committed to helping autistic young people thrive both academically and socially. Requirements To be considered for the Teaching Assistant position, you will: Have experience working with secondary age children. Hold a minimum Level 2 childcare qualification or equivalent. Have excellent behaviour management skills. Be a confident communicator, able to use your own initiative when required. What we offer As part of our team, you benefit from: Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system. (Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration.) Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability). Social and networking events. Pension contributions. CPD to help with your professional development. Access to a dedicated consultant. About us We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators. We’re part of The Edwin Group, an education alliance here to do good, and are proud to be named in The Sunday Times Top 100 Best Places to Work in the UK 2024. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community. How to apply If you are a Teacher that can enthuse, motivate and engage learners and would like the challenge of working in a rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you. Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call the Preston office on (phone number removed). #visionsupport