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Secondary Supply Teachers – Kent & Medway Are you a passionate Secondary Teacher looking for flexible work that suits your lifestyle?We’re expanding our talent pool of Secondary Supply Teachers and would love to hear from you! We work with a wide range of Secondary schools across Kent and Medway, offering both day-to-day supply and long-term teaching roles. What We Offer • Competitive rates of pay, • Flexible supply work to match your availability, • Opportunities in a variety of school settings, • Qualified Secondary Teachers (ECTs and experienced teachers welcome), • Strong classroom and behaviour management skills, • Ability to deliver engaging lessons and adapt to different school environments Get in touch today to join our Secondary Supply Teacher talent pool.Your next opportunity is waiting!

Teaching Assistant Location: Chatham, Kent, ME5 Contract Type: Permanent Contract Term: Full-Time Hours: 35 per week; 8:30am to 3:30pm Salary: £21,104 actual per annum based on 32.5 hours over 39 weeks per year; FTE £28,181 per annum Closing Date: Midnight, Friday, 20th of March 2026 Positions Available: 2 The Role As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with our client’s teaching and support staff to mentor, guide, and inspire pupils across both curriculum and non curriculum learning. Your responsibilities will include preparing classrooms and learning spaces, creating displays of children’s work, and supporting a range of planned activities throughout the school day. You will provide additional support to pupils who require help completing tasks or engaging with learning, and you will play a key role in promoting positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing. This includes monitoring pupils for signs of challenging behaviour, encouraging positive choices, and sharing any concerns with relevant staff. You will contribute significantly to helping pupils become confident, independent learners. This will involve explaining tasks, supporting classroom activities, offering 1:1 or small group support, and engaging pupils in reading and storytelling opportunities. About You You are trustworthy, enthusiastic, energetic, well organised, and self motivated, with a genuine passion for helping children achieve their best. You will have: • Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong, appropriate relationships with pupils and parents/carers., • Strong numeracy and literacy skills., • A commitment to making learning engaging, inclusive, and enjoyable., • The adaptability needed to support the varying needs of individual pupils. About Our Client They are proud to offer: • A Trust focused solely on Primary education, committed to high-quality professional learning and development., • Fantastic learning and development opportunities include access to professional qualifications., • Access to a comprehensive employee assistance programme, including GP and nursing services, physiotherapy and face-to-face counselling., • Access to a local government scheme and enhanced benefits, including maternity and sickness absence., • An ambitious leadership team and dedicated, professional staff., • Motivated, happy children who are eager to learn. Next Steps If you would like an informal conversation before applying, please call the school – they are happy to help with any questions you may have. When you are ready to apply, please complete all sections of the application form via MyNewTerm. CVs will not be accepted. All applicants will be notified of the shortlisting outcome. References for shortlisted candidates may be requested prior to interview. If a suitable candidate is identified, interviews may take place before the advertised closing date. They therefore encourage early applications. Safer Recruitment, Inclusion and Diversity Our client is committed to safeguarding, the Prevent Duty, and promoting the welfare of pupils. This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check, health clearance, social media checks, a probationary period, and satisfactory references. They are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where everyone is valued and feels a sense of belonging. They welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are committed to equality of opportunity in employment. All applications will be judged fairly against the criteria in the person specification. No agencies please. They will contact you if recruitment support is required.

Position: Primary TeacherLocation: Rochester Salary: MPS/UPS + SEN allowance About Us: We are a specialist independent school dedicated to supporting children and young people with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). As we expand, we are seeking a passionate and dedicated Primary Teacher to join our team. Our ambition is for pupils to develop self-confidence, independence, and resilience through an engaging and holistic curriculum. This will provide the skills, life experiences, and qualifications pupils need to participate successfully in wider society. Our Motto: Confidence. Resilience. Success. • Confidence: We value inspirational, aspirational, and experiential learning inside and outside the classroom to develop pupils’ confidence., • Resilience: We value participative learning that develops pupils’ thinking and social skills, enabling them to understand their autism and to develop resilience for life., • Relevant experience of classroom teaching, preferably working with children who have special needs – ASD., • Knowledge of curriculum, assessment, and inspection requirements., • A wider interest in working with children, young people, and their parents/carers both inside and outside the classroom., • The ability to contribute positively to the overall programme of learning for each student to ensure progression., • Focus on pupil outcomes and pupil progression., • Willingness to contribute to learning outside the classroom., • A relevant teaching qualification., • Interest in a particular area of learning or the curriculum., • Experience or an interest in working within an SEN setting., • A high degree of initiative and sound judgement when working with children and young people., • Ability to communicate effectively with learners and their parents/carers., • Ability to work with parents. Join our highly experienced and dedicated team to provide an ambitious curriculum that nurtures and challenges our pupils. Help us equip them with the skills they need to lead purposeful and productive lives when they leave us.

Primary Teachers (KS1) • Job Type: Supply (Short-term/Long-term), • Location: Kent and Medway Day-to-day of the role: • Deliver engaging and educational lessons to KS1 students according to the national curriculum., • Adapt teaching methods to meet the needs of individual children., • Provide a safe and stimulating environment that facilitates learning., • Monitor and assess children's progress and prepare them for national tests., • Collaborate with other teaching staff and participate in regular meetings., • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent., • Experience teaching in Key Stage 1., • Strong understanding of the KS1 curriculum and teaching standards., • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities., • Ability to manage classrooms effectively and maintain discipline., • Flexible working options to balance work-life needs., • Competitive salary and pay to scale., • Access to a range of professional development opportunities., • Supportive and friendly working environment. To apply for the Primary Teacher (KS1) positions, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your teaching experience, qualifications, and why you are interested in supply teaching. Highlight any SEND and Intervention experience as this is highly desirable for our day-to-day needs. We have immediate roles available, as well as positions starting in April and September. Join us for a rewarding teaching experience with the flexibility and choice to achieve the work-life balance you desire.

Join Our Specialist Teaching Assistant Team – Flexible Supply Opportunities Available! Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant passionate about supporting secondary-aged pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? Whether you're seeking short-term flexibility or a long-term placement, we’d love to hear from you! We’re recruiting dedicated TAs to join our specialist service, supporting pupils with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) across a range of needs, including: • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and ADHD, • Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, • Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD) such as dyslexia and dyspraxia, • Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN), • Flexible roles – full-time, part-time, short-term, long-term, or emergency cover, • Training and support – including de-escalation techniques, Team Teach, and trauma-informed practice, • Meaningful impact – work aligned with EHCP outcomes, Annual Reviews, and Provision Mapping Interested? Apply now or get in touch to arrange a short call and explore how you can be part of a team making a real difference.

Are you passionate to work with children? We can help. No qualifications are required, however experience with children is essential whether this is babysitting, TA, Nursery work etc. You will need a love and passion to work with children. If you are interested in joining a supportive team, with lots of work opportunities in the local area, get in touch today. This role can be full or part time, we can also offer flexible working days- the hours are between 8am-6pm Monday to Friday, however we can get shorter shifts in between. Your role will be: • Providing a safe & stimulating environment, • Supporting the permanent staff with every day tasks such as feeding, changing, settling children to sleep, playing, singing & spending time outside, • Supporting with activities & promoting learning, • Experience working with children, • Enhanced DBS or willing to have a new one taken out (£60), • Passionate about working with children, • Lots of local work available, • Flexible working days, • Fortnightly pay We look forward to hearing from you. Nursery assistant, nursery practitioner, nursery nurse, NNEB, TA, Nursery, childcare jobs, baby sitting, teacher, classroom, babies, toddler, preschool Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Fixed term contract, Temp to perm, Zero hours contract Application question(s): • Do you have experience with children (Non-family)? Work Location: In person

Primary Supply Teachers – Ad Hoc Cover Location: Rochester, KentPay:£140–£150 per dayStart: ASAPContract: Flexible, day-to-day supply Are you a passionate Primary Teacher looking for flexible work that fits around your lifestyle? We’re seeking reliable, enthusiastic, and adaptable teachers to join our pool of ad-hoc supply staff supporting primary schools across Rochester. The Role As a supply teacher, you will: • Deliver engaging lessons across EYFS, KS1 or KS2, • Manage the classroom and support pupils in line with school policies, • Follow set lesson plans and keep the day running smoothly We’d love to hear from you if you are: • A qualified Primary Teacher (QTS or equivalent), • Confident teaching across the primary age range, • Adaptable and happy to work across different schools, • Reliable, punctual, and professional, • Competitive daily rate of £140–£150, • Flexibility to choose the days you want, • Variety in your working week If you're looking for flexible, rewarding teaching work in Rochester, we’d love to hear from you.Send your CV or contact us for more information.

Learning Support Assistant (Level 3 Qualified) – EYFS Supply About the Role and Key Responsibilities TailorEDucation are looking to meet with Qualified Level 3 Qualified Learning Support Assistants available to work on a flexible basis in EYFS settings across Medway. You will be required to support class teachers and early years practitioners to deliver engaging, play-based learning experiences. Key responsibilities include supporting children with learning activities, promoting positive behaviour, assisting with personal care where required, and helping to create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment where every child can thrive. TailorEDucation partners with a wide range of nurseries, preschools, and primary school EYFS settings across the local area. Our partner settings are supportive, child-centred environments that value high-quality early years provision and recognise the importance of skilled, caring support staff in giving children the best start in life. The ideal candidate will hold a Level 3 Early Years or Childcare qualification recognised for EYFS settings, such as: • Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator – EYE), • CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education, • CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education (Early Years Educator), • NVQ Level 3 in Children’s Care, Learning and Development (CCLD), • Level 3 Diploma in Children’s Learning and Development (Early Years Educator) You will also ideally have: • Previous experience of working within EYFS settings (nursery, preschool, or school-based EYFS), • A good understanding of the EYFS framework, safeguarding, and child development, • A caring, patient, and proactive approach to supporting young children, • Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team, • A genuine passion for early years education and supporting children’s wellbeing What You Will Get in Working with TailorEDucation When you join TailorEDucation, you become part of a supportive agency that values early years professionals. We offer flexible supply opportunities to fit around your availability, along with ongoing support and development. Key benefits include: • Competitive hourly pay rates, • Flexible supply work to suit your schedule, • Access to CPD and early years training, • Support from a dedicated recruitment consultant, • Opportunities to work across a variety of high-quality EYFS settings How to Apply To apply for this role, please submit a CV outlining your relevant EYFS experience, qualifications, and availability. A member of the TailorEDucation team will be in touch to discuss your application and next steps. Successful applications are subject to TailorEDucation’s interview and compliance process, in line with safeguarding requirements and Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance.

Reception Teacher - Gillingham Part-Time (0.6) - MPS-UPS - Post Easter Start -temp till end of July Tradewind Recruitment are recruiting for a Reception Teacher for part-time positions in the Gillingham area for a post Easter start. This would involve full classroom teaching responsibilities and salary will be paid at scale. This role would run till the end of the academic year. This would be on a part-time basis, offering 3 days a week. I am looking to speak to both ECTs and experienced teachers alike, as shortlisting and interviews are happening ASAP. The Role • Planning and delivering the Reception Curriculum., • Responsibility for ensuring your cohort is supported and challenged appropriately with the work set., • Managing behaviour within the classroom effectively, • Hold QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) in the UK, • Experience as a Reception Teacher, or a Primary Teacher in KS1 with an interest in Early Years would be highly desirable but not essential., • Hold an enhanced DBS (DBS on the update service is highly desirable), • Have right to work in the UK Must have right to work in the UK Benefits of working with Tradewind Recruitment • We offer highly competitive and fair rates of pay, paying to scale for all long-term/perm responsibilities., • A specialised, highly experienced, and dedicated Consultant to be your main point of contact., • An independent and experienced Compliance team to ensure you can continue working.

SEN Teaching Assistant - 1:1 Support (Year 6) - Strood Fixed-Term Contract | Full-Time | Start Date: April A supportive primary school in Strood is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a Year 6 pupil on a fixed-term contract. About the Role You will work closely with a Year 6 pupil, providing tailored academic and emotional support to help them access the curriculum confidently. Working alongside the class teacher and SENCo, you will help implement structured strategies to promote engagement, independence and progress. Responsibilities include: • Providing consistent 1:1 support within the classroom, • Assisting with differentiated learning activities, • Supporting preparation for end of Key Stage 2 assessments, • Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional regulation, • Monitoring progress and feeding back to teaching staff The Ideal Candidate We are looking for someone who: • Has experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs, • Holds GCSEs in English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above) or recognised equivalents, • Demonstrates strong behaviour management skills, • Is calm, patient and able to build positive relationships Why Apply? • Opportunity to make a meaningful difference to an individual pupil, • Fixed-term role within a supportive primary setting, • Valuable SEN experience in upper KS2, • Collaborative and professional working environment If you are ready to provide focused and impactful support to a Year 6 pupil in Strood, we would be delighted to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for this rewarding opportunity.

Nursery Teacher - Chatham Full-Time - MPS-UPS - Immediate Start -temp till end of July Tradewind Recruitment are recruiting for a Nursery Teacher for roles within the Chatham area for an immediate start. These positions would involve full classroom teaching responsibilities and salary will be paid at scale. This role would run till the end of the academic year. I am looking to speak to both ECTs and experienced teachers alike, as shortlisting and interviews are happening ASAP. The Role • Planning and delivering the EYFS/Nursery Curriculum., • Responsibility for ensuring your cohort is supported and challenged appropriately with the work set., • Managing behaviour within the classroom effectively, • Hold QTS (Qualified Teacher Status), or EYTS (Early Years Teacher Status) in the UK, • Experience as a Nursery Teacher, or a Primary Teacher in KS1 with an interest in Early Years would be highly desirable but not essential., • Hold an enhanced DBS (DBS on the update service is highly desirable), • Have right to work in the UK Must have right to work in the UK Benefits of working with Tradewind Recruitment • We offer highly competitive and fair rates of pay, paying to scale for all long-term/perm responsibilities., • A specialised, highly experienced, and dedicated Consultant to be your main point of contact., • An independent and experienced Compliance team to ensure you can continue working., • Tradewind works with the National College and can offer over 2500 accredited courses that you would have access to, so you will be able to complete CPD at your own convenience. For more information on the schools we are working with specifically, please apply to this advert and will respond to you within 24 hours, or contact

SEN Teaching Assistant - Chatham Full-time - £88.94 - £100 per day - Immediate start (temp-to-perm) Tradewind Recruitment are currently recruiting for an SEN Teaching Assistant to work across a variety of roles in Primary Schools, in the Chatham area, to start as soon as possible. These roles can range from working with children with autism, providing academic support, to working with children from trauma-informed backgrounds where the role is more relationship focused. The schools we are working with range considerably themselves, from smaller single-form entry schools to larger multi-form schools. Ongoing CPD will also be on offer through our partnership with the National College. Role • Working primarily with children with SEN on a 1:1, or small group basis., • SEN needs themselves can range from: ASD, ADHD, Global Delay, Speech and Language, SEMH, and/or Behavioural Needs., • Working with small groups of students or individuals needing special attention, • Assessing students' progress and discussing development with Teachers, Parents/Carers, and external agencies if necessary., • Undertaking CPD if the role requires it, in which you will be accredited for. Requirements • Experience working as an SEN Teaching Assistant would be highly desirable., • Holding a L2 or L3 Teaching Assistant qualification would be highly desirable but not essential., • Experience working with children with SEN within an education, pastoral, or personal setting would be highly desirable, • We offer highly competitive and fair rates of pay, paying to scale for all long-term/perm responsibilities., • A specialised, highly experienced, and dedicated Consultant to be your main point of contact., • An independent and experienced Compliance team to ensure you can continue working., • Tradewind works with the National College and can offer over 2500 accredited courses that you would have access to, so you will be able to complete CPD at your own convenience. For more information on the schools we are working with specifically, please apply to this advert and will respond to you within 24 hours, or contact

SEND TeacherAbout the Role and Key Responsibilities As a SEND Teacher working with TailorEDucation, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils’ learning and development. You will be responsible for delivering engaging lessons or learning activities, maintaining a positive classroom environment, and ensuring pupils are inspired to achieve their best. Flexibility, professionalism, and a passion for education are key to success in this role. About the School/Setting TailorEDucation partners with a range of schools and educational settings across the UK, from early years to secondary level. Our partner schools are inclusive, supportive environments where staff are valued, and students are encouraged to thrive academically and personally. The Ideal Candidate Experience • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification, • Proven experience delivering lessons within a UK school environment, • Strong subject knowledge and the ability to plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons, • Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills, • A passion for supporting the progress and wellbeing of all learners Key benefits include: • Competitive pay rates, • Flexible working options, • Continuous professional development and training, • Dedicated recruitment consultant support Successful applications are based on the completion of TailorEDucation's interview and compliance process in keeping with safeguarding and Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) practices.

Early Years Intervention Teacher – Phonics Specialist Are you passionate about giving young learners the strongest possible start? We’re looking for an energetic and skilled Early Years Intervention Teacher to lead targeted phonics support across our EYFS and KS1 team. In this role, you’ll: • Deliver high-impact phonics interventions that boost early reading skills, • Work closely with teachers to identify children who need extra support, • Bring creativity, structure, and enthusiasm to early literacy Apply today and help shape bright futures.

Intervention Primary Teachers Needed – Maidstone & Medway Are you an experienced Primary Teacher with a passion for delivering high-impact interventions?We are proud to be working in partnership with a large and well-regarded Primary Trust across Maidstone and Medway, and we are seeking skilled teachers to support pupils through targeted Maths and Literacy interventions. About the Role We’re looking for Primary practitioners who have: • Experience delivering 1:1 and small-group intervention sessions, • Strong knowledge of the KS1 & KS2 curriculum, • The ability to raise attainment and close learning gaps, • Flexible working days to suit your schedule, • Competitive rates paid to scale, • Opportunities to work across a forward-thinking, supportive trust Call me today for more details and to secure your place in the trust’s intervention team.

SEN PSHE Teacher, Chatham, Kent. Full-Time, Ongoing, ASAP start. *** SEN PSHE Teacher Chatham, Kent *** SEN PSHE Teacher Full-Time, Ongoing *** SEN PSHE Teacher ASAP *** SEN PSHE Teacher £170-£220 Are you a qualified SEN PSHE Teacher? Are you a SEN PSHE Teacher looking for a new challenge? Do you have experience working with SEN Students? If you answered yes to the above, then this SEN PSHE Teacher role is for you! The Role - SEN PSHE Teacher This school is looking for a SEN PSHE Teacher who can join the team and bring a strong work ethic to the workplace and someone who can work independently and in a team. This is a full-time, ongoing role starting ASAP. The right candidate will have experience working with SEN students. The School - SEN PSHE Teacher The school is in Chatham, Kent. This school is known to have a keen and positive environment for both Teachers and students. This is a school with approx. 150 students. Apply for this SEN PSHE Teacher role or contact Danny at TLTP for more information!

You're not just anyone. From every day life, to changing someone's world. Job Description Support Worker – Maidstone Salary: £13.00 per hourHours: Sessional (0 hours per week) Shifts: 7:00am–2:30pm, 2:30pm–10:00pm, plus sleep-in shifts starting at 10:00pmDriving Licence Required: Full UK Manual Are you looking for a career where you can make a genuine difference every single day? At Lifeways in Maidstone, we’re proud to support individuals in leading valued and fulfilling lives. As we welcome a new person into our service, we’re expanding our dedicated team and looking for compassionate Support Workers to join us. Whether you’re experienced in care or new to the sector, we’ll support you every step of the way with training, development, and a workplace where you feel truly valued. “At Lifeways, you’re not just a number—you’re part of a team that celebrates your growth and the impact you make.”— James, Support Worker at Lifeways Your Role as a Support Worker Your responsibilities will include: • Supporting with daily routines such as cooking, personal care, and household tasks, • Encouraging participation in hobbies and community activities, • Promoting independence and building confidence, • Monitoring wellbeing and responding to individual needs, • Maintaining accurate records and communicating effectively with the wider team Why Join Lifeways? We offer more than just a job—we offer a career with purpose, recognition, and room to grow. Feeling Valued • Over £2,000 in total rewards per year, • Free DBS check, • Discounts and cashback at major supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, theme parks, holidays and more via Lifeways Rewards, • New: 10% off at B&Q for all team members, • Eligible for the Blue Light Card – discounts on shopping, food, days out and more, • 8 paid days of training per year, • Free access to our Employee Assistance Programme for confidential advice and wellbeing support, • Cycle to Work Scheme – up to £1,000, • Gym discounts – save up to £192 a year, • Eye care and health cash plans, • Access to funded Health & Social Care qualifications and apprenticeships, • Be part of a team that helps individuals thrive at home and in the community A full UK manual driving licence is essential, as colleagues will be required to drive mobility vehicles. If you're ready to start a career where your work truly matters, apply today and become part of something genuinely rewarding. LWGCW

Principal Embedded Software Engineer / Embedded Software Manager Salary: Up to £100,000 + Bonus + 7.5% Pension + Free Daily LunchLocation: Maidstone (Full-time Onsite)Sector: Advanced Electronic Systems / Real-Time Imaging Technology A highly innovative engineering company developing complex embedded electronic systems used in precision imaging and high-performance data environments is seeking a Principal Embedded Software Engineer / Embedded Software Manager to join their growing R&D team. This is a hands-on technical leadership role where you will work close to the hardware, leading embedded software development for sophisticated real-time systems involving high-speed data and video processing. The position offers the opportunity to influence architecture, mentor engineers, and contribute directly to next-generation technology platforms. The Role You will take a lead role in embedded software development, contributing to both architecture and hands-on coding while guiding a small team of engineers. Typical responsibilities include: * Designing and developing embedded software in C/C++ * Working with ARM / NXP microprocessors * Developing software for real-time operating systems (FreeRTOS, Zephyr or similar) * Working closely with electronics engineers on complex hardware platforms * Supporting high-speed data transfer and real-time video/image processing * Integrating multimedia interfaces including HDMI, MIPI, USB and DisplayPort * Reviewing schematics, analysing PCB layouts and debugging at bare-metal or RTOS level * Providing technical leadership and mentoring to embedded engineers This is a highly collaborative engineering environment where software engineers work closely with hardware, systems and product teams. Technical Environment * Microprocessors: ARM, NXP * RTOS: FreeRTOS (Zephyr or similar also considered) * Languages: C, C++ * Interfaces: HDMI, MIPI, USB, DisplayPort * Focus: High-speed data systems & real-time video/image processing About You We are looking for engineers who enjoy working close to the hardware and solving complex technical challenges. You will likely have: * Strong embedded C/C++ development experience * Experience with RTOS systems (FreeRTOS, Zephyr, or similar) * Confidence working at low level with hardware * Experience with high-speed data or multimedia interfaces * Ability to debug systems using schematics and PCB layouts

JOB-20241107-791d94d2 Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative and committed recruitment agency has a new permanent position available for a Prison Delegated Social Worker within the HMP Cookham Wood Team to work full time based in Medway. The salary for this permanent Prison Delegated Social Worker job is up to £41,055 per annum. Main duties: • Provide expert safeguarding advice and guidance to Senior Managers within the setting., • Advise YCS Managers on all child protection issues, both legal as well as practice issues., • Assist in the development and updating of children’s safeguarding policies and procedures within the establishment including for children visiting the establishment., • Attendance at meetings relevant to the area of work including the YOI Safeguarding Meetings and Resettlement Planning and Review Meetings and LAC Meetings for those children and young people with whom the dedicated social workers maybe actively involved. Social workers will prioritise children in most need and support resettlement practitioners with all others., • Develop links via the Resettlement Practitioners and home YOTs with relevant partnership working e.g. Local Authorities, Police, Health, Probation to ensure clarity of roles and responsibilities and to secure the best outcomes for children and young people., • Develop and maintain effective links between establishment and Local Authorities both home and host in liaison with the Resettlement Practitioners and YOT. In doing so work in conjunction with Independent Reviewing Officers to ensure that Local Authorities meet their responsibilities towards children in custody and at release., • Support the partnership work between the Security Department and the Safeguarding Department within the YOI., • Promote a child-first approach and share professional knowledge to all staff working within the YOI, in training and in support of ensuring that the needs rights and entitlements of Looked After Children and Care Leavers are considered as defined in legislation and regulation., • To participate in supervision and one to one Performance Development Reviews and contribute to the identification of own an team development needs., • Social work qualification with registration with Social Work England., • Experience in managing social work caseloads and supervising others., • Experience in working with adults in a social care context., • Experience of community and/or group work.

Are you looking for a Service Manager position where you can obtain fantastic career progression while making a difference to the lives of others? We have an exciting opportunity with a leading care specialist who are looking for a Service Manager to oversee one of their services in Rainham, Kent. The service specialises in supporting someone with learning disabilities, so experience within this client group would be highly desirable. In return, there is an opportunity to work for an ever-growing organisation who offer excellent career progression and benefits. The successful Service Manager will be responsible for: • Motivating and inspiring your teams to provide outstanding support through effective training, coaching and leadership by example., • Acting as a role model and leader in the delivery of active support, you will empower the people you support to have active and fulfilling lives aligned with their needs and aspirations., • Being a Service Manager is much more than just a job and you will have a chance to put your empathy, compassion, and patience centre-stage in our person-centred approach to providing support and leading your team to success., • Being an effective communicator with the ability to influence others and to ensure you get the best from your team. You will possess excellent leadership and team management skills to ensure you and your team work collaboratively and effectively., • Being an effective coach and mentor for your team and possess good IT skills., • Having a strong understanding of best practice in delivering support to people with different needs and a passion for doing so., • Having experience of management of registered or supported living services including appraisals, coaching, performance management, managing budgets and financial information, as well as ensuring an inclusive working environment., • You will have excellent communication and people management skills and have knowledge and a good understanding of current CQC regulations and compliance within the new framework with a proven track record of quality assurance and service improvement., • £37,000 per annum, • Excellent Career Progression, • NVQ Level 5 in Leadership and Management, • Further Qualifications and Training, • Attractive Benefits Package, • Contributory pension scheme, • Free and confidential 24/7 access to the health portal and employee assistance programme

Electrical Maintenance EngineerLocation: RochesterShift Pattern: Mon-Fri - 6am-2pm / 2pm-10pm (rotating shift) We are looking for a skilled Maintenance Engineer to join a dynamic manufacturing team in Rochester. This role is ideal for a proactive engineer with strong electrical expertise, ready to take responsibility for maintaining and improving machinery performance across the site. You will handle both reactive and planned maintenance, manage Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) schedules using MaintainX, and coordinate with contractors to ensure machinery is serviced and operating safely. In addition, you will manage spare parts inventory, oversee service documentation, and carry out routine safety inspections. You will support the production team, contribute to improvement projects, and participate in our Out of Hours Call Out rota, ensuring a collaborative and efficient working environment. What we're looking for: * Completed Electrical Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent qualification. * 17th or 18th Edition desirable. * Proven experience in a manufacturing environment. * Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. * Experience with Mitsubishi PLCs and HMIs. * Knowledge of electric motors, pneumatics, and basic mechanical systems. * Commitment to a safety-first culture and ability to work independently. Desirable: * Experience with Fanuc or ABB Robotics Programming. * Familiarity with CNC Programming or Siemens PLCs & HMIs. What we offer: * Discretionary bonus scheme. * Generous holiday allowance: 25 days + bank holidays, increasing to 27 days after 5 years' service. * Pension scheme. * A supportive team environment with opportunities to grow your skills. If you're a hands-on engineer with a strong electrical background and a passion for keeping machinery running efficiently, we'd love to hear from you. CVs in Word Format to New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975. Before submitting your CV, please take a moment to check the layout, spelling, and grammar. If your CV includes graphics or design features, we'd also appreciate a simplified version in Word format. If this role isn't for you, please check out our website for other roles that may be suitable, or send us your CV, we would still like to hear from you! You can find us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and X @nagrecruitment We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. New Appointments Group acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and as an Employment Business for temporary roles.

JOB-20241107-791d94d2 Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative and committed recruitment agency has a new permanent position available for a Team Manager within the Children with Disabilities Team to work Full Time for based in Medway. The salary for this permanent Team Manager job is up to £64,198 per annum.Main duties: • To line manage, support and coach a team of experienced social workers responsible for safeguarding and promoting the best interests if disabled children and disabled young adults to achieve their full potential., • To contribute towards delivering the council’s vision for Children’s Social Care in order to ensure the objectives and priorities are realised., • Promote and develop effective partnership working with other Council Services and partner agencies to ensure efficient delivery of the service., • Lead, manage and motivate a staff team, ensuring high quality professional supervision and performance development plans are completed which enhance individuals personal and professional development needs and contributes towards staff retention., • Manage and oversee the performance of the team effectively using available team performance data to monitor standards and performance and ensure compliance with practice standards and procedures., • Contribute to the management of staffing budget for the team by approving and committing expenditure within your delegated authority, and monitoring and reporting commitments in order to ensure budget is not exceeded., • Support the safer recruitment and selection of new staff, both within the team and across Children’s Social Care in order to ensure staffing levels are maintained., • Provide an effective service to disabled children, young people and their families ensuring assessments, statutory visits and planned reviews are completed to a high standard and in accordance with statutory timescales., • Allocate cases within the statutory timescale ensuring focused plans are in place and regularly reviewed., • Supervise students on placement and Newly Qualified Social Workers in their Assessed and Supported Year in Employment, where appropriate., • Keep up to date with the Council’s organisational policies, government guidance, legislation, research and national trends in order to maintain the highest professional standards., • A professional Social Work qualification or equivalent., • Understanding of relevant legislation., • Registered or eligible for registration.

JOB-20241107-791d94d2 Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative and committed recruitment agency has a new permanent position available for a Senior Practitioner within the Assessment Team to work full time based in Medway. The salary for this permanent Senior Practitioner job is up to £56,614per annum.Main duties: • Manage a complex caseload within a framework of appropriate reflective supervision, undertaking focused, analytical assessments, SMART plans and reviews that have clear objectives and outcome measures in order to ensure that all vulnerable children receive a service that reflects the Council’s commitment to achieving positive outcomes for our looked after children., • Demonstrate expert and effective practice in complex situations that reflects a commitment to relationship and strengths-based practice, assessing and managing higher levels of risk and working collaboratively with children, young people and their families., • To work with children and families in a variety of diverse and complex contexts, such as mental ill health, disability, substance misuse, domestic abuse, sexual and criminal exploitation, radicalisation, poverty, discrimination, and immigration., • Provide expert advice and support to less experienced staff on aspects of casework ensuring a high level of practice is demonstrated., • Contribute to the learning and development of others either through supporting a newly qualified social worker, supervising a family support worker, acting as a Practice Assessor for students on placement, or contribute to training activities in a specialist area., • Lead on an area of practice (i.e. contextual safeguarding, completion of DV risk assessments, etc) for the team or service and support others to enhance their knowledge and skills in relation to that subject., • To be a Signs of Safety Champion and consistently use the Signs of Safety practice model in assessments and interventions with looked after children, their families and their carers., • Prepare clear, structured and concise reports for meetings, i.e. Child Protection Conferences, strategy meetings, Looked After Children Reviews, Children in Need meetings, and court proceedings as necessary, to the required standard and within the prescribed timescales., • Keep up to date with research findings, theoretical models and innovative practice within the social work field in order to promote evidence informed practice and maintain the highest professional standards., • A social Work Qualification or equivalent., • Understanding of relevant legislation.

JOB-20241107-791d94d2 Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative and committed recruitment agency has a new permanent position available for a Team Manager within the Fostering Recruitment & Assessment Team to work Full Time based in Medway. The salary for this permanent Team Manager job is up to £57,198 per annum.Main duties: • To work with the team to deliver the Council’s targets for the recruitment and assessment of foster carers and supported lodgings carers., • Lead, manage and motivate a staff team ensuring high quality supervision is completed regularly, which includes case management oversight, timely decision making, the effective supervision of and support to prospective foster carers, supporting lodgings carers and private foster carers to ensure the highest standards of care to children, and provides the opportunity to reflect and recognise areas of practice which are good or require improvement, and supports the ongoing learning and development of workers., • Allocate assessment work within the statutory timescale ensuring assessments, statutory visits and planned reviews have clear objectives and outcomes in order to ensure that all prospective carers progress through assessment stages at pace and where appropriate are presented for approval at Fostering panel timely., • Complete and review performance development plans for the team which enhance individuals personal and professional development needs and contributes towards staff retention., • Effectively use available team performance data to monitor standards and performance and ensure compliance with practice standards and procedures., • Contribute to the management of the staffing budget for the team by approving and committing expenditure within your delegated authority, and monitoring and reporting commitments in order to ensure budget is not exceeded., • Supports the safer recruitment and selection of new staff, both within the team and across Children’s Social Care in order to ensure staffing levels are maintained., • Chair strategy, review, planning, professional and network meetings as appropriate., • Keep up to date with Council’s organisational policies, government guidance, legislation, research and national trends in order to maintain the highest professional standards., • Deputise and supports the Service Manager where necessary on all aspects relating to the development of the service, and cover for other Team Mangers where appropriate., • A professional Social Work qualification or equivalent., • Understanding of relevant legislation., • Registered or eligible for registration., • Have a good working knowledge of the relevant legislation.

JOB-20241107-791d94d2 Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative and committed recruitment agency has a new permanent position available for an Experienced Social Worker within the Children & Young People Disability Team to work Full Time based in Medway. The salary for this permanent Social Worker job is up to £53,385 per annum.Main duties: • Manage a caseload within a framework of appropriate reflective supervision, undertaking focused, analytical assessments, SMART plans and reviews that have clear objectives and outcome measures in order to ensure that all vulnerable children and young adults with disabilities receive a service that reflects the Council’s committed to child and adult safeguarding and meaningful transition into young adulthood., • Demonstrate and model good practice that reflects a committed to relationship and strengths-based practice, working collaboratively with disabled children, young people and their families., • Work directly with disabled children and young people to establish their loved experiences wishes and feelings, using a variety of techniques, as required., • Prepare clear, structured and concise reports for meetings, i.e Child Protection Conferences, strategy meetings, Looked After Children Reviews, Children in Need meetings, and court proceedings as necessary, to the required standard and within the prescribed timescales., • Keep up to date with research findings, theoretical models and innovative practice within the social work field in order to maintain the highest professional standards., • Participate in regular reflective supervision with your manager to review casework and critically reflect on, and identify any areas of learning., • Keep up to date with the Council’s organisational policies, government guidance, legislation, research and national trends in order to maintain the highest professional standards., • A social Work Qualification or equivalent., • Understanding of relevant legislation.

JOB-20241107-791d94d2 Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative and committed recruitment agency has a new permanent position available for a Experienced Social Worker within the Fostering Recruitment Team to work full time based in Medway. The salary for this permanent Experienced Social Worker job is up to £46,067 per annum.Main duties: • Manage a caseload within a framework of appropriate reflective supervision, undertaking focused, analytical assessments, SMART plans and reviews that have clear objectives and outcome measures in order to ensure that all vulnerable children receive a service that reflects the Council’s commitment to safeguard and putting the needs of individual children first., • Demonstrate and model good practice that reflects a commitment to relationships and strengths-based practice, working collaboratively with children, young people and their families., • Work directly with children and young people to establish their lived experiences, wishes and feelings, using a variety of techniques, as required., • Consistently use the Signs of Safety practice model in assessments and interventions with children and their families., • Maintain accurate and up to date records in line with Data Protection legislation (GDPR) and use Medway Council’s specific recording systems to promote effective case management., • Prepare clear, structured and concise reports for meetings, i.e. Child Protection Conferences, strategy meetings, Looked After Children Reviews, Children in Need meetings, and court proceedings as necessary, to the required standard and within he prescribed timescales., • Keep up to date with research findings, theoretical models and innovative practice within the social work field in order to maintain the highest professional standards., • Participate in regular reflective supervision with your manager to review casework and critically reflect on, and identify any areas of learning., • Maintain a record of continuous professional development in accordance with Social Work England’s guidance., • To participate in one-to-one Performance Development Reviews and contribute to the identification of own and team development needs., • To actively promote the Council’s Fair Access, Diversity and Inclusion Policy and observe the standard of conduct which prevents discrimination taking place., • To ensure full compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, the Council’s Health and Safety and all locally agreed safe methods of work., • Keep up to date with the Council’s organisational policies, government guidance, legislation, research and national trends in order to maintain the highest professional standards., • A social Work Qualification or equivalent., • Understanding of relevant legislation., • Continual professional development.

JOB-20241107-791d94d2 Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative and committed recruitment agency has a new permanent position available for a Designated Social Worker within the Youth Offending Team to work full time based in Medway. The salary for this permanent Designated Social Worker job is up to £41,567 per annum.Main duties: • To work with colleagues to achieve service plan objectives/targets., • To participate in supervision and one to one Performance Development Reviews and contribute to the identification of own and team development needs., • To actively promote the Council’s Fair Access, Diversity and Inclusion Policy and observe the standard of conduct which prevents discrimination taking place., • To ensure full compliance with the Heath and Safety at Work, the Council’s Health and Safety Policy and all locally agreed safe methods of work., • Demonstrate and model good practice that reflects a commitment to relationship and strengths based practice, working collaboratively with children, young people and their families., • Work directly with children and young people to establish their wishes and feelings, using a variety of techniques, as required., • Keep up to date with research findings, theoretical models and innovative practice within the social work field in order to maintain the highest professional standards., • Keep up to date with the Council’s organisational policies, government guidance, legislation, research and national trends in order to maintain the highest professional standards., • A social Work Qualification or equivalent., • Understanding of relevant legislation., • Continual professional development.

Qualified Primary Teachers Needed – Medway & Maidstone Are you a passionate, qualified Primary Teacher looking for your next opportunity? We’re currently seeing a high volume of day-to-day, short-term, and long-term roles across Medway and Maidstone — and demand is only set to grow as we approach the new term. Whether you're looking for flexible supply work or exploring your next permanent position, we’d love to support you. Supply rates start at £140 per day, with consistent work available every day Longer-term roles are always paid to scale Opportunities across EYFS, KS1, and KS2 Friendly, supportive team available from 7am every morning We’re also happy to chat in the evenings — whenever suits you best! If you’d like to hear more about the roles available, get registered, or simply explore your options, contact me today.

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CNC Miller Location: Gillingham, Kent Hours: Day Shift Salary: Negotiable, dependent on experience Recruiter: Actio Recruitment Actio Recruitment is proud to be working with an established precision engineering company based in Gillingham who are seeking an experienced CNC Miller to join their skilled machining team. The Role This is a fantastic opportunity for a CNC professional who takes pride in producing high-quality, precision-engineered components. You will be working on Fanuc-controlled machining centres, setting and operating—or programming, depending on your experience—across a range of work. Key Responsibilities • Setting and operating CNC milling machines (Fanuc controls), • Programming at the machine if already a programmer, • Work towards becoming a programmer if currentlySetter Operator, • Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, • Ensuring components meet tight tolerances and quality standards, • Carrying out basic machine maintenance, • Working collaboratively with the wider production team About You We’d love to hear from you if you have: • Proven experience as a CNC Miller (Setter/Operator or Programmer), • Strong knowledge of Fanuc controls, • A background in precision engineering, • Excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach, • The ability to work independently on a day shift What’s on Offer • Competitive salary, fully negotiable based on experience, • Stable, long-term position within a well-established engineering business, • Opportunities to develop your skills and progress For more information about this role / salary please apply here and one of our team will be in contact. Actio are a recruitment agency and an equal opportunity employer.

JOB-20241107-791d94d2 Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative and committed recruitment agency has a new permanent position available for a PAMS Senior Practitioner within the Specialist Assessment Team to work full time based in Medway. The salary for this permanent PAMS Senior Practitioner job is up to £56,615 per annum.Main duties: • Provide assessments over extended over extended periods of eight to twelve weeks using an interactive approach to intervention with a strong emphasis on education., • Provision of Mid-Point Review Reports and Final Parenting Assessment Reports that advise on parental capacity and make recommendations about permanency arrangements for children., • To work alongside family support staff and other staff involved in the provision of assessments and interventions to parents and carers with a level of learning difficulty or specific additional needs., • Manage a complex caseload of assessments and interventions within a framework of appropriate reflective supervision, undertaking focused, analytical assessments, SMART plans and reviews that have clear objectives and outcome measures to ensure that all vulnerable children receive a service that reflects the Council’s commitment to achieving positive outcomes for our looked after children., • Demonstrate expert and effective practice in complex situations that reflects a commitment to relationship and strengths-based practice, assessing and managing higher levels of risk and working collaboratively with children, young people and their families., • To work with children and families in a variety of diverse and complex contacts, such as mental ill health, disability, substance misuse, domestic abuse, sexual and criminal exploitation, radicalisation, poverty, discrimination, and immigration., • Provide expert advice and support to less experienced staff on aspects of casework ensuring a high level of practice is demonstrated., • Contribute to the learning and development of other either through supporting a newly qualified social worker, supervising a family support worker, acting as a Practice Assessor for student on placement, or contributing to training activities in a specialist areas., • Prepare clear, structured and concise reports for meetings i.e., Child Protection Conferences, strategy meetings, Looked After Children Reviews, etc and court proceedings as necessary, to the required standard and within the prescribed timescales., • To participate in one-to-one Performance Development Reviews and contribute to the identification of own and team development plans., • At the discretion of the Head of Service, such other activities as may from time to time be agreed consistent with the nature of the job described above. Requirements of this PAMS Senior Practitioner job: • A social Work Qualification or equivalent., • Understanding of relevant legislation., • Continual professional development.

Day-to-Day Supply Teaching Assistants – Medway Join Our Team at Reed Education! Are you a reliable, enthusiastic Teaching Assistant looking for flexible day-to-day supply work in the Medway area?We have fantastic news to share… Reed Education has a brand-new agreement with the Inspire Partnership Trust!This means we are now exclusively supporting all recruitment for their four lovely Medway primary schools. As part of this exciting partnership, we’re seeking dedicated Teaching Assistants who can step in, support classrooms, and make a real difference. What We Offer: Competitive pay – get paid fairly for the amazing work you do A dedicated consultant (me!) who supports you every step of the way Consistent day-to-day opportunities across four wonderful Medway schools Flexibility to work around your schedule A warm, supportive team who truly value their staff I’m Here for You I am available from 7AM Monday to Friday to support your needs, answer queries, and get you into work quickly and smoothly. If you’re looking for regular supply work and want to be part of a fantastic partnership within Medway, I’d love to hear from you. Apply today! Let’s get you started in a role you’ll love.

JOB-20241107-791d94d2 Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative and committed recruitment agency has a new permanent position available for a Team Manager within the Assessment Team to work Full Time based in Medway. The salary for this Team Manager job is up to £64,198 per annum.Main duties: • To lead, manage and coach a team of social workers that includes experienced staff and newly qualified workers, responsible for delivering and improving services for vulnerable children, young people and their families., • To improve outcomes for children and young people by developing effective partnership working with other Council Services and partner agencies to ensure efficient delivery of the service., • To contribute towards delivering the council’s vision for Children’s Social Care in order to ensure the objectives and priorities are realised., • Lead, manage and motivate a staff team ensuring high quality supervision is completed regularly which includes case management oversight, timely decision making, the effective implementation and review of children’s plans and provides the opportunity to reflect and recognise areas of practice which are good or requires improvement, and supports the ongoing learning and development of workers., • Allocate cases within the statutory timescale ensuring assessments, statutory visits and planned reviews have clear objectives and outcomes in order to ensure that all vulnerable children receive a service that reflects the Council’s commitment to safeguarding and putting the needs of individual children first., • Effectively use available team performance data to monitor standards and performance and ensure compliance with practice standards and procedures., • Contribute to the management of the staffing budget for the team by approving and committing expenditure within your delegated authority, and monitoring and reporting commitments in order to ensure budget is not exceeded., • Support the safer recruitment and selection of new staff, both within the team and across Children’s Social Care in order to ensure staffing levels are maintained., • Deputise and support the Group Manager where necessary on all aspects relating to the development of the service, and cover for other Team Managers where appropriate., • A social Work Qualification or equivalent., • Understanding of relevant legislation.

SEN Teacher – Permanent | Gillingham Join an Award-Winning School With Unmatched Support & Brilliant Leadership Are you an experienced, passionate SEN Teacher looking for a school where you can truly make an impact and feel valued? This exceptional SEN school in Gillingham is searching for a dedicated teacher to join their supportive, forward-thinking team — and it could be the perfect next step in your career. Why This School? This modern, well-resourced school supports pupils in Year 1–Year 6 with Complex Learning Difficulties, Autism, and Speech & Language Needs (including non-verbal learners). The atmosphere is warm, positive and genuinely collaborative — led by a Headteacher who champions work–life balance and leads by example. You’ll also benefit from strong TA support at a 2:1 ratio, ensuring the best possible outcomes for both learning and personal care. What’s on Offer? • Permanent, full-time SEN Teacher, • Small classes of 12–13 pupils to maximise impact, • 1 full day of PPA every other week – with the option to work from home, • Pupils finish at 3pm – you choose whether to plan onsite or at home, • Only one staff meeting per week, finishing no later than 5pm, • Teacher payscales + SEN allowance, • Looking for an experienced teacher to lead, • Classes grouped by Key Stage & track for smoother planning What Happens Next? The first step is a relaxed, informal tour and chat with the Deputy Headteacher — a great chance to meet the team, see the environment, and decide if it’s the right fit. Enjoy the visit?You’ll then be invited to a formal interview and lesson observation. The observation typically takes place in a more complex class to see your differentiation strategies in action — but rest assured, your final class placement will match your strengths and preferences. Interested? Apply today and I’ll happily share next steps or arrange your school visit. Looking forward to hearing from you!

SEN Teacher – Permanent | Gillingham Join an Award-Winning School With Unmatched Support & Brilliant Leadership Are you an experienced, passionate SEN Teacher looking for a school where you can truly make an impact and feel valued? This exceptional SEN school in Gillingham is searching for a dedicated teacher to join their supportive, forward-thinking team — and it could be the perfect next step in your career. Why This School? This modern, well-resourced school supports pupils in Year 1–Year 6 with Complex Learning Difficulties, Autism, and Speech & Language Needs (including non-verbal learners). The atmosphere is warm, positive and genuinely collaborative — led by a Headteacher who champions work–life balance and leads by example. You’ll also benefit from strong TA support at a 2:1 ratio, ensuring the best possible outcomes for both learning and personal care. What’s on Offer? • Permanent, full-time SEN Teacher, • Small classes of 12–13 pupils to maximise impact, • 1 full day of PPA every other week – with the option to work from home, • Pupils finish at 3pm – you choose whether to plan onsite or at home, • Only one staff meeting per week, finishing no later than 5pm, • Teacher payscales + SEN allowance, • Looking for an experienced teacher to lead, • Classes grouped by Key Stage & track for smoother planning What Happens Next? The first step is a relaxed, informal tour and chat with the Deputy Headteacher — a great chance to meet the team, see the environment, and decide if it’s the right fit. Enjoy the visit?You’ll then be invited to a formal interview and lesson observation. The observation typically takes place in a more complex class to see your differentiation strategies in action — but rest assured, your final class placement will match your strengths and preferences. Interested? Apply today and I’ll happily share next steps or arrange your school visit. Looking forward to hearing from you!

SEN Teacher – Permanent | Gillingham Join an Award-Winning School With Unmatched Support & Brilliant Leadership Are you an experienced, passionate SEN Teacher looking for a school where you can truly make an impact and feel valued? This exceptional SEN school in Gillingham is searching for a dedicated teacher to join their supportive, forward-thinking team — and it could be the perfect next step in your career. Why This School? This modern, well-resourced school supports pupils in Year 1–Year 6 with Complex Learning Difficulties, Autism, and Speech & Language Needs (including non-verbal learners). The atmosphere is warm, positive and genuinely collaborative — led by a Headteacher who champions work–life balance and leads by example. You’ll also benefit from strong TA support at a 2:1 ratio, ensuring the best possible outcomes for both learning and personal care. What’s on Offer? • Permanent, full-time SEN Teacher, • Small classes of 12–13 pupils to maximise impact, • 1 full day of PPA every other week – with the option to work from home, • Pupils finish at 3pm – you choose whether to plan onsite or at home, • Only one staff meeting per week, finishing no later than 5pm, • Teacher payscales + SEN allowance, • Looking for an experienced teacher to lead, • Classes grouped by Key Stage & track for smoother planning What Happens Next? The first step is a relaxed, informal tour and chat with the Deputy Headteacher — a great chance to meet the team, see the environment, and decide if it’s the right fit. Enjoy the visit?You’ll then be invited to a formal interview and lesson observation. The observation typically takes place in a more complex class to see your differentiation strategies in action — but rest assured, your final class placement will match your strengths and preferences. Interested? Apply today and I’ll happily share next steps or arrange your school visit. Looking forward to hearing from you!

Join us and play a key role in delivering meaningful water and wastewater projects from initial concept right through to implementation. As part of our multidisciplinary engineering team, you'll contribute to technical delivery, coordinate design activities, and help solve complex engineering challenges. You'll also have opportunities to mentor junior colleagues and support continuous improvement and innovation across our engineering function. What You'll Be Doing • Deliver technical expertise across water and/or wastewater projects., • Support the coordination, development, and delivery of design packages., • Produce and review datasheets, calculations, drawings, and technical reports., • Carry out quality assurance checks and resolve complex design issues., • Contribute to project planning and estimating task durations., • Ensure all designs meet regulatory standards and customer expectations., • Champion safety, sustainability, and compliance in every aspect of your work., • Travel to sites and offices across the region when required.What We're Looking For, • MEng/BEng (or equivalent) in Electrical & Electronic Engineering., • Experience in water/wastewater design, engineering, or asset management., • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail., • Proficiency in MS Office and relevant engineering or design software., • Confident communicator with strong presentation and collaboration skills., • Able to work independently and as part of a team., • Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel., • Ideally, membership of a relevant professional institution or working towards it.

KS1 Teacher - Gillingham Full-Time - MPS-UPS - Immediate Start -temp till end of July Tradewind Recruitment are recruiting for a KS1 Teacher for roles within the Gillingham area for an immediate start. These positions would involve full classroom teaching responsibilities and salary will be paid at scale. This role would run till the end of the academic year. I am looking to speak to both ECTs and experienced teachers alike, as shortlisting and interviews are happening ASAP. The Role • Planning and delivering the Primary Curriculum., • Responsibility for ensuring your cohort is supported and challenged appropriately with the work set., • Managing behaviour within the classroom effectively, • Hold QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) in the UK, • Experience as a KS1 Teacher, or a Primary Teacher in KS1 with an interest in Early Years would be highly desirable but not essential., • Hold an enhanced DBS (DBS on the update service is highly desirable), • Have right to work in the UK Must have right to work in the UK Benefits of working with Tradewind Recruitment • We offer highly competitive and fair rates of pay, paying to scale for all long-term/perm responsibilities., • A specialised, highly experienced, and dedicated Consultant to be your main point of contact., • An independent and experienced Compliance team to ensure you can continue working., • Tradewind works with the National College and can offer over 2500 accredited courses that you would have access to, so you will be able to complete CPD at your own convenience. For more information on the schools we are working with specifically, please apply to this advert and will respond to you within 24 hours, or contact

Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative and committed recruitment agency has a new permanent position available for a Team Manager within the 16+ Care Leavers Team to work full time based in Medway. The salary for this permanent Team Manager job is up to £64,198 per annum.Main duties: • Lead, manage and motivate a staff team ensuring high quality supervision is completed regularly which includes case management oversight, timely decision making, the effective implementation and review of children’s looked after plans and care experienced young people’s pathway plans. To use opportunity to reflect and recognise areas of practice which are good or requires improvement, and supports the ongoing learning and development of workers, including undertaking audits across the whole of children’s service and within the local service., • Allocate cases within the statutory timescales supporting positive transitions and ensuring looked after children reviews and pathway plan reviews and statutory visits have clear objectives and outcomes in order to ensure that all children in care and care leavers receive a service that reflects the Council’s commitment to safeguarding, promoting independence and putting the needs of individual children first., • Complete and review performance development plans for the team which enhance individuals personal and professional development needs and contributes towards staff retention., • Effectively use available team performance data to monitor standards and performance and ensure compliance with practice standards and procedures., • Provide high quality reflective case supervision to social workers and personal advisors within timescale, that clearly provides management oversight, appropriate professional challenge and supports the progression of children and young people’s plans. Ensure care experienced young people are supported effectively to develop into independence following their journey through care., • Contribute to the management of the staffing budget for the team by approving and committing expenditure within your delegated authority, and monitoring and reporting commitments in order to ensure budget is not exceeded., • Support the safer recruitment and selection of new staff, both within the team and across Children’s Social Care in order to ensure staffing levels are maintained., • Deputise and support the Group Manager where necessary on all aspects relating to the development of the service, and cover for other Team Managers where appropriate., • To actively promote the Council’s Fair Access, Diversity and Inclusion Policy and observe the standard of conduct which prevents discrimination taking place., • A professional Social Work qualification or equivalent., • Understanding of relevant legislation., • Registered or eligible for registration.

Position: Primary TeacherLocation: Rochester Salary: MPS/UPS + SEN allowance About Us: We are a specialist independent school dedicated to supporting children and young people with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). As we expand, we are seeking a passionate and dedicated Primary Teacher to join our team. Our ambition is for pupils to develop self-confidence, independence, and resilience through an engaging and holistic curriculum. This will provide the skills, life experiences, and qualifications pupils need to participate successfully in wider society. Our Motto: Confidence. Resilience. Success. • Confidence: We value inspirational, aspirational, and experiential learning inside and outside the classroom to develop pupils’ confidence., • Resilience: We value participative learning that develops pupils’ thinking and social skills, enabling them to understand their autism and to develop resilience for life., • Relevant experience of classroom teaching, preferably working with children who have special needs – ASD., • Knowledge of curriculum, assessment, and inspection requirements., • A wider interest in working with children, young people, and their parents/carers both inside and outside the classroom., • The ability to contribute positively to the overall programme of learning for each student to ensure progression., • Focus on pupil outcomes and pupil progression., • Willingness to contribute to learning outside the classroom., • A relevant teaching qualification., • Interest in a particular area of learning or the curriculum., • Experience or an interest in working within an SEN setting., • A high degree of initiative and sound judgement when working with children and young people., • Ability to communicate effectively with learners and their parents/carers., • Ability to work with parents. Join our highly experienced and dedicated team to provide an ambitious curriculum that nurtures and challenges our pupils. Help us equip them with the skills they need to lead purposeful and productive lives when they leave us.

AR837 – Workshop Forklift EngineerLocation: Hoo, KentSalary: £30,000 - £37,000Overview:First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Forklift Engineer on behalf of one of our clients.The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out routine maintenance and repairs to long/short term machines and customers owned equipment. Ensuring best practice with quality and professionalism are met at all times and to maintain customer satisfaction.Our client strongly encourages applications from ex-military personnel however, all candidates will be considered.Duties and Responsibilities: • Servicing and repair of forklift trucks and other lifting equipment., • Carrying out routine maintenance., • Checking oil and fuel levels., • Checking all related hoses and connections., • Steering and brake checks., • Basic electrical checks – brake lights etc., • Liaising with customers regarding their individual requirements., • Submit accurate parts requisition information to Head Office., • A good mechanical engineering background is essential., • Customer focused., • Ability to work as part of a team or on an individual basis where required., • Excellent time management skills, • Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written., • Experience with forklift trucks, military, agricultural or plant equipment is highly desirable.

Electronics Hardware Team Lead Location: Rochester, KentSalary: Circa £60,000 (flexibility for the right background)Working pattern: Predominantly on-site (4 days per week), with some flexibility for admin / paperwork Contact: Emily-Karabelo Powell, Associate Director, Pearson Whiffin Recruitment This is an opportunity to step into a senior, visible leadership role within a growing electronics engineering team working on complex, safety-critical hardware. The role offers genuine flexibility in how hands-on you remain. If you enjoy staying close to the engineering, there is scope to balance technical delivery with team leadership. Equally, if your strengths sit more in coordination, planning and mentoring, the role can lean that way too – with strong technical support around you. What matters most is a credible electronics background, confidence leading engineers, and the ability to take ownership of delivery. What you’ll be responsible for • Leading and developing a hardware engineering team (typically 5–10 engineers across mixed experience levels), • Ownership of work packages, including planning effort, tracking cost and monitoring delivery, • Providing day-to-day technical oversight and mentoring, particularly for junior engineers, • Ensuring work is delivered in line with engineering governance, quality and risk expectations, • Working closely with project and programme stakeholders, reporting progress and risks, • A strong electronics / hardware engineering background – this is not a generic people-management role, • Experience leading engineers within a hardware, electronics or embedded environment, • Confidence managing delivery: estimates, schedules, priorities and cost awareness, • Comfortable providing technical oversight, even if you’re not the deepest technical specialist, • Competitive salary with flexibility for the right experience, • Excellent benefits package, including a strong pension, generous annual leave and additional wellbeing benefits, • Long-term, secure projects with real investment in people, • A supportive leadership structure – you won’t be left carrying everything alone

JOB-20241107-791d94d2 Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative and committed recruitment agency has a new permanent position available for a Social Worker within the Connected Carers (Fostering) Team to work full time based in Medway. The salary for this permanent Social Worker job is up to £41,055 per annum. Main duties: • Manage a caseload within a framework of appropriate reflective supervision, undertaking focused, analytical assessments, prepare SMART care plans and reviews that have clear objectives and outcome measures in order to ensure that all looked after children receive a service that reflects the councils commitment to achieving positive outcomes for our looked after children., • Demonstrate and model good practice that reflects a commitment to relationship and strengths-based practice, working collaboratively with children and their families., • Work directly with children and young people to establish their lived experiences, wishes and feelings, using a variety of techniques, as required., • To work with children and families in a variety of diverse and complex contexts, such as mental ill health, disability, substance misuse, domestic abuse, sexual and criminal exploitation, radicalisation, poverty, discrimination, and immigration., • Demonstrate the ability tocollaboratively engage and develop quality life-story work with all looked after children so they have a good understanding of their family and their story before care., • Regularly review the progress and implementation of children’s care plans and update these based on new assessments or significant changes in the child’s circumstances., • Demonstrate the ability to influence other in an effort to help coordinate support services in the bets way possible to keep children as safe and well cared for as possible., • Prepare clear, structured and concise reports for meetings, i.e. Looked After Children Reviews, Permanency Planning Meetings, legal Planning Meetings and Care Proceedings as necessary, to the required standard and within the prescribed timescales., • Keep up to date with the council’s organisational policies, government guidance, legislation, research and national trends in order to maintain the highest professional standards., • Social work qualification with registration with Social Work England., • Experience in managing social work caseloads and supervising others., • Experience in working with adults in a social care context., • Experience of community and/or group work.

JOB-20241107-791d94d2 Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative and committed recruitment agency has a new permanent position available for a Team Manager within the Designated Social Work Team to work full time based in Medway. The salary for this permanent Team Manager job is up to £50,676 per annum.Main duties: • Ensure the Service Level Agreement between Medway Council and the Youth Custody Service is fully met by the Designated Social Work team., • Lead, mange and motivate a staff team ensuring high quality supervision is completed regularly which includes case management oversight, timely decision making, the effective implementation and review of children’s plans and provides the opportunity to reflect and recognise areas of practice which are good or requires improvement, and supports the ongoing learning and development of Designated Social Workers., • Complete and review performance development plans for the team which enhance individuals personal and professional development needs and contributes towards staff retention., • Effectively use available team performance data to monitor standards and performance to ensure compliance with practice standards and procedures., • Contribute to the management of the staffing budget for the team by approving and committing expenditure within your delegated authority, and monitoring and reporting commitments in order to ensure budget is not exceeded., • Keep up to date with the Council’s organisational polices, government guidance, legislation, research and national trends in order to maintain the highest professional standards., • Deputise and support the Service Manager where necessary on all aspects relating to the development of the service, and cover for other Team Managers where appropriate., • To actively promote work life balance and flexible working in order to achieve high quality service delivery., • A social Work Qualification or equivalent., • Understanding of relevant legislation., • Continual professional development.

JOB-20241107-791d94d2 Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative and committed recruitment agency has a new permanent position available for a Senior Practitioner within the Children’s Social Work Team to work full time based in Medway. The salary for this permanent Senior Pracititoner job is up to £58,934 per annum.Main duties: • Manage a reduced caseload within the appropriate statutory framework to a high standard. Your casework will consist of complex and joint casework with less experienced members in the team, where your role will be to oversee practice and support the development of your team., • Demonstrate expert and effective practice in complex situations that reflects a commitment to relationship and strengths-based practice, assessing and managing higher levels of risk and working collaboratively with children, young people and their families and carers., • Contribute to the learning and development of others in your team, including providing advice and support to less experienced staff on aspects of casework ensuring a high level of practice is demonstrated., • Supervise staff within your team including Student Social Workers, Newly Qualified Social Workers, Family Support Workers and/or Personal Advisors. The Team Manager will retain overall responsibility for the team., • Lead on an area of practice that is relevant to your service and be an expert in this area, within your service, providing training opportunities, consultation and sharing resources. Where available you should be part of a Medway Safeguarding Children’s Partnership (MSCP) Champions group for your area of specialism., • Champion Medway’s practice model, Signs and Safety, through leading group supervision for your team, providing one to one support to members of your team as well as remaining up to date with training and research in this area., • Consistently demonstrate a high level of practice in relation to your casework and support with the team, ensuring your written work ‘brings the child to life’ and demonstrates a high quality of analysis and reflection., • Work within statutory timescales and participate in regular supervision to review case work and critically reflect on the work being undertaken. Keep up to date with research findings, theoretical models, and innovative practice within the social work field to promote evidence informed practice and maintain the highest professional standards., • A professional Social Work qualification or equivalent., • Understanding of relevant legislation., • Registered or eligible for registration.

JOB-20241107-791d94d2 Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative and committed recruitment agency has a new permanent position available for a Team Manager within the 16+ Care Leavers Service Team to work full time based in Medway. The salary for this permanent Team Manager job is up to £60,676 per annum.Main duties: • Lead, manage and motivate a staff team ensuring high quality supervision is completed regularly which includes case management oversight, timely decision making, the effective implementation and review of children’s looked after plans and care experienced young people’s pathway plans., • To use opportunity to reflect and recognise areas of practice which are good or requires areas of practice which are good or requires improvement, and supports the ongoing learning and development of workers, including undertaking audits across the whole of children’s service and within the local service., • Allocate cases within the statutory timescales supporting positive transitions and ensuring looked after children reviews and pathway plan reviews and statutory visits have clear objectives and outcomes in order to ensure that all children in care and care leavers receive a service that reflects the Council’s commitment to safeguarding, promoting independence and putting the needs of individual children first., • Complete and review performance development plans for the team which enhance individuals personal and professional development needs and contributes towards staff retention., • Effectively use available team performance data to monitor standards and performance and ensure compliance with practice standards and procedures., • Provide high quality reflective case supervision to social workers and personal advisors within timescale, that clearly provides management oversight, appropriate professional challenge and supports the progression of children and young people’s plans. Ensure care experienced young people are supported effectively to develop into independence following their journey through care., • Contribute to the management of the staffing budget for the team by approving and committing expenditure within your delegated authority, and monitoring and reporting commitments in order to ensure budget is not exceeded., • Keep up to date with the Council’s organisational policies, government guidance, legislation, research and national trends in order to maintain the highest professional standards., • Deputise and support the Group Manager where necessary on all aspects relating to the development of the service, and cover for other Team Managers where appropriate., • A social Work Qualification or equivalent., • Experience within a managerial role., • Understanding of relevant legislation., • Continual professional development.

JOB-20241107-791d94d2 Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative and committed recruitment agency has a new permanent position available for a Social Worker within the Leaving Care Team to work full time based in Medway. The salary for this permanent Social Worker job is up to £42,054 per annum.Main duties: • Manage a caseload within a framework of appropriate reflective supervision, undertaking focused, analytical assessments, prepare SMART plans and reviews that have clear objectives and outcome measures in order to ensure that all vulnerable children receive a service that reflects the Council’s commitment to safeguarding and putting needs of individual children first., • Demonstrate and model good practice that reflects a commitment to relationship and strengths-based practice, working collaboratively with children, young people and their families., • Work directly with children and young people to establish their lived experiences and wishes and feelings, using a variety of techniques, as required., • Maintain accurate and up to date records in line with Data Protection legislation (GDPR) and use Medway Council specific recording systems to promote effective case management., • Prepare clear, structured and concise reports for meetings, i.e. Child Protection Conferences, strategy meetings, Looked After Children Reviews, Children in Need meetings, and court proceedings as necessary, to the required standard and within the prescribed timescales., • Keep up to date with research fundings, theorical models and innovative practice within the social work field in order to maintain the highest professional standards., • Participate in regular reflective supervision with your manager to review casework and critically reflect on, and identify any areas of learning., • To participate in one-to-one Performance Development Reviews and contribute to the identification of own and team development needs., • To actively promote the Council Fair Access, Diversity and Inclusion Policy and observe the standard of conduct which prevents discrimination taking place., • Keep up to date with the Council’s organisational policies, government guidance, legislation, research and national trends in order to maintain the highest professional standards., • A social Work Qualification or equivalent., • Understanding of relevant legislation., • Continual professional development.