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Description At Arbor, we’re on a mission to transform the way schools work for the better. We believe in a future of work in schools where being challenged doesn’t mean being burnt out and overworked. Where data guides progress without overwhelming staff. And where everyone working in a school is reminded why they got into education every day. Our MIS and school management tools are already making a difference in over 12,500 schools and trusts. Giving time and power back to staff, turning data into clear, actionable insights, and supporting happier working days. At the heart of our brand is a recognition that the challenges schools face today aren’t just about efficiency, outputs and productivity - but about creating happier working lives for the people who drive education everyday: the staff. We want to make schools more joyful places to work, as well as learn. We are looking for a friendly and engaging Customer Education Specialist to join our Customer Education team and help us provide expert guidance and support to educational institutions in optimising, using, and finding value from Arbor MIS. The remit and focus of the role is to work closely with educational organisations to assess their needs and ensure effective utilisation of the MIS. The breadth of your role includes training and consulting with schools, but also supporting a range of managed services including troubleshooting issues, conducting system audits, and collaborating with stakeholders to drive efficiency and improve educational outcomes. Core responsibilities • Deliver online and in-person training, • Using professional knowledge, design and deliver services to schools, MATs and partners, • Ability to pitch training and consultancy appropriately to users and partners and deliver this in a concise way which is understood by the recipients, allowing a range of users to become confident in their required areas of the system as they start their Arbor Journey., • Having an in-depth understanding of Arbor’s functionality, features, best practice and being able to articulate these to customers to help them get the most out of their use of Arbor., • Delivery of managed services for schools and partners including (but not limited to) setups of new school years, assessments, behaviour, custom reports etc, • Keeping up to date with a fast paced product, including updates, changes to legislation and adapting to new processes as we scale., • To own materials used for training and keep these relevant, • Ability to self-reflect, feeding back to relevant members of the team internally an overview of the session and any outstanding actions to ensure the customer receives a well rounded experience., • Regular travel to national client sites and Arbor offices as needed. Requirements We’re looking for an engaging and communicative Customer Education Specialist. Beyond that, we’d love to see: • Driving licence required, • Relevant background in the education sector. We are looking for people who are familiar with the terminology, processes within a school and can hit the ground running., • Ability to understand and articulate technology to a range of individuals, including non-technical users, • Excellent presentation and communication skills are essential., • Have a positive approach to learning new things, troubleshoot potential issues and help provide solutions, • Experience with Arbor or other Management Information Systems would be desirable, • Friendly, eager to get stuck in and always willing to help, • Good sense of humour and able to inspire others. Benefits The chance to work alongside a team of hard-working, passionate people in a role where you’ll see the impact of your work everyday. We also offer: • A dedicated wellbeing team who champion initiatives such as mindfulness, lunch n learns, manager training, mental health first aid training and much more!, • 32 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays). This is made up of 25 days annual leave plus 7 extra company wide days given over Easter, Summer & Christmas, • Life Assurance paid out at 3x annual salary, • Comprehensive wellness benefit provided by AIG Smart Health, which provides a 24/7 virtual GP service, Mental health support, Counselling, and personalised Health Checks, • Private Dental Insurance with Bupa, • Salary sacrifice Pension provided by Scottish Widows, • Enhanced maternity and adoption leave (20 weeks full pay) and paternity (6 weeks full pay) pay, • 5 free return to work maternity coaching sessions, helping you adapt to this new exciting time of life!, • Access to services such as Calm and Bippit (financial wellbeing coaching), • All of our roles champion flexible working and we are happy to discuss what this means to you, • Social committees that plan team, office and company wide events to bring people together and celebrate success, • Dedicated professional development training budget (CPD courses, upskilling resources, professional memberships etc), • Volunteer with a charity of your choice for a day each year, • Phone screen, • 1st stage, • 2nd stage We are committed to a fair and comfortable recruitment process, so if you require any reasonable adjustments during your application or interview process, please reach out to a member of the team at _. Our commitment is also backed by our partnership with Neurodiversity Consultancy, Lexxic who provide us with training, support and advice. Our goal is for Arbor to be a workplace which represents, celebrates and supports people from all backgrounds, and which gives them the tools they need to thrive - whatever their ambitions may be so we support and promote diversity and equality, and actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Know someone else who would be good for this role? You can refer a friend, family member or colleague, if they are offered a role with Arbor, we will say thank you with a voucher valued up to £200! Simply email: _ Please note: We are unable to provide visa sponsorship at this time.

About The Role Dementia affects every community, and meaningful change happens when people feel connected to a cause and empowered to support it. At Alzheimers Society, fundraising plays a vital role in making our work possible. From local community events to corporate partnerships and individual giving, every relationship helps us continue supporting people affected by dementia. As Regional Fundraiser for Norfolk & Suffolk, you will help build and strengthen those relationships. You will work across your local area to engage supporters, develop new opportunities and ensure people feel confident and valued in the difference they are making. You will be part of a collaborative fundraising team, working closely with colleagues across the region. The role combines relationship building, planning and delivery, with a strong focus on community presence and long-term engagement. What youll do You will help grow sustainable fundraising across Norfolk & Suffolk by building strong, trusted relationships and supporting people to get involved in ways that work for them. Your work will include both proactive relationship building and ongoing stewardship. Some days will focus on meeting supporters and exploring new opportunities, while others will involve planning, coordination and reviewing progress with colleagues. You will also play a visible role in your local area, representing Alzheimers Society at community events and helping people understand the impact of their support. You can expect to: • Develop and deliver fundraising activity across Norfolk & Suffolk, working towards agreed income and engagement goals with support and guidance, • Build and maintain relationships with corporate partners, community groups and individual supporters, ensuring they feel valued and connected to impact, • Identify and develop new fundraising opportunities through networking, conversation and community engagement, • Create accessible and engaging ways for people to get involved in fundraising, adapting your approach to different audiences, • Work closely with colleagues and volunteers across teams to deliver joined up activity and shared goals, • Monitor activity and income performance, using insight to support planning and decision making, • Represent Alzheimers Society at events and in community settings, including occasional evenings and weekendsThis role involves travel across Norfolk & Suffolk and occasionally wider areas in the region. Some evening and weekend work will be required, usually linked to events and community activity, and this will be planned in advance wherever possible. About you You are someone who builds trust easily, enjoys working with people and is motivated by making a difference in your local community. • Experience of building positive relationships with people, groups or organisations over time, • Confidence working with basic financial information such as targets or income, with support where needed, • Ability to spot opportunities and help develop them into practical and achievable plans, • Understanding of or experience working with volunteers, or appreciation of their role, • A collaborative approach, working well with colleagues and contributing to shared goals, • Clear and respectful communication, with the ability to adapt your approach to different people and situationsYou will also bring a willingness to learn, a thoughtful approach to relationship building and an interest in helping people feel connected to a cause that matters to them. Interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place on the week commencing the 28th September via MS Teams. About Alzheimer's Society Dementia is the UK's biggest killer. One in three people born in the UK today will develop dementia in their lifetime. At Alzheimer's Society, we're the UK's leading dementia charity and the only one to tackle all aspects of dementia by giving help and hope to people living with dementia today and in the future. We give vital support to people facing the most frightening times of their lives, while also funding groundbreaking research and campaigning to make dementia the priority it should be. Together with our supporters, we're working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. Our values make sure that our focus is clear for the challenges and opportunities ahead and remind us of what we all stand for. Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging We need to ensure the voices around our table better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We strongly encourage individuals to apply who have a disability, impairment or health condition or individuals who identify as Black, Asian or from another minority ethnic background, as these groups are currently under-represented at Alzheimer's Society. We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Alzheimer's Society. Our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy here along with our internal employee forum and Employee Lived Experience network groups help us promote inclusion and belonging, becoming an engaged and inclusive organisation for all our people. Our hiring process During your recruitment process we want to make sure that you bring your whole self and can be at your best. We are working hard to ensure our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible, so please do inform us of your experience and anything you think we could do better by completing our candidate survey when you apply.Please also contact Alzheimer's Society Talent Acquisition Team via for application support or any adjustments you might need. To ensure fairness and consistency to select the best candidate for this role, all our applications are anonymised up until an interview has been confirmed. We recognise the benefits of AI, but if you're considering using it to submit your application, we encourage you to reflect on the value it truly adds. AI tools often lack the personal touch and authenticity that set candidates apart. We want to hear your unique perspective, experiences, and skills, so we encourage you to showcase them in your own voice. We try to avoid closing roles early where possible, however if we receive a high volume of applications, we may close earlier than the advertised closing date. Should this occur, we will aim to provide you with at least 48 hours' notice. We are committed to safer recruitment and ensuring the welfare of those we work with, due to the nature of some of our roles, we might need to carry out a Criminal Record Check at the relevant level. You can read more information via our Website. Giving back to you Our employees work hard every day to make a true difference in people's lives. We are proud to support them with a range of benefits, recognition and many options for working agilely, all contributing to a strong work life balance. We also have various learning programmes to support you in your development and help you grow to realise your potential and shape a career with Alzheimer's Society. You can also visit our Working for Us pages, which give you more information about what it's like to be an employee at the Society. INDAZ JBRP1_UKTJ

Looking for a new opportunity in retail? Want to build your skills, support a great team and help customers feel welcome? We're looking for an Assistant Store Manager to help lead one of our busy stores. In this role you will: • Help with the day-to-day running of the store, • Encourage your team to give expert service, • Take charge when the Store Manager is away, • Work 40 hours per week, • Enjoy great benefits including staff discounts and regular development opportunities If that sounds like you, read on to find out more. About us We believe life is better when it's spent outdoors. Whether it's hiking, running or just enjoying fresh air, being outside helps us feel connected and refreshed. Behind every great adventure is the right gear, and behind that, a passionate team. As an Assistant Store Manager you'll contribute to leading that team. You'll help to make the store a friendly place where customers can get expert advice and the right equipment for their adventures. We're part of the Cotswold Outdoor Group which includes Runners Need and Snow + Rock. Together, we offer trusted outdoor brands, helpful advice and care about protecting the planet. Whether you're moving up in your career or building your leadership skills, we'll support you with training and chances to grow — so you can help create great experiences for customers and your team. What you'll be doing Working in partnership with your Store Manager, you'll support your team to give every customer a great experience. In this role you'll: • Drive high performance by coaching your team through daily operations including stock management, cash handling and store safety, • Lead by example, motivating your team to deliver expert service and hit performance targets, • Help create an inclusive, welcoming environment where every customer feels valued, • Step up to lead the team in the Store Manager's absence, • Maintain a high standard of presentation, keeping the store organised, inviting, and easy to shop in What we're looking for We're looking for someone who's confident leading a team, enjoys helping others and understands how a store runs behind the scenes. You'll enjoy this role if you: • Have experience as an Assistant Store Manager and know how to get the best from a team, • Take pride in delivering outstanding customer service and helping people find the right products, • Understand the key parts of store operations, from stock and safety to visual standards, • Value being part of a supportive team that works together to bring out the best in each other What you'll get from us We know that to lead well, you need to feel supported. As an Assistant Store Manager you'll be trusted to make an impact and we'll make sure you're rewarded for it. Here's what's on offer: • Starting salary of £27000 - £27000, plus a yearly bonus of up to £2,000, • 40-60% discount on top outdoor brands across our stores, • 33 days holiday with the option to buy more, • Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice scheme - dependent on meeting eligibility, • Volunteer day with a charity of your choice, • Ongoing training and development, including leadership support and expert sessions from leading brands, • Free, confidential wellbeing support whenever you need it, • Extra savings on everyday spending like groceries, travel, gym memberships and more through our perks platform Everyone's welcome We welcome applications from all genders, backgrounds, and experiences. Diverse teams make us stronger, helping us learn, grow, and create a place where everyone belongs. We want to hear your voice so encourage you to write your own application and use AI tools sparingly. We're looking for honesty, authenticity, and a real sense of who you are. Applications that feel generic or AI-generated may not stand out. This advert may close early if we receive a high number of applications, so don't wait too long to apply. JBRP1_UKTJ

About The Role Help us to extend our reach! We are here for anyone affected by dementia and are keen to reach people in all communities, including those who may be more at risk of isolation through language, accessibility needs, identity or background. As a Community Link Volunteer, you'll play an important role in helping us build and strengthen relationships within local communities across West Cornwall and the surrounding area. By attending local events, talking to community groups and raising awareness of dementia and the services we have available, you'll help us reach more people affected by dementia and signpost them to access our services. You'll also help us identify and connect with people affected by dementia who would like to share their experiences and dementia story, both with us and within their wider community. This will help us strengthen our links and understanding within local communities. You may be required to travel independently to event or meeting locations across the area. Interested? To apply for this role please click on the 'Apply' button at the bottom of the page. You'll be great for the role if: • You have a confident and friendly approach and are committed to including people from all backgrounds, treating them with dignity and as individuals, • You have a good knowledge and understanding of your local community, • You have excellent communication skills and are able to talk to a variety of audiences. The ability to communicate in languages other than English is not essential but may be helpful., • You are over the age of 18 If you find completing online applications difficult, please don't let this stop you from applying....please call or email us and we can support you with the application process. You can contact the Volunteering Recruitment Team by emailing [email protected] or call on 0300 222 5706 About You About Alzheimer's Society Dementia is the UK's biggest killer. One in three people born in the UK today will develop dementia in their lifetime. At Alzheimer's Society, we're the UK's leading dementia charity and the only one to tackle all aspects of dementia by giving help and hope to people living with dementia today and in the future. We give vital support to people facing the most frightening times of their lives, while also funding groundbreaking research and campaigning to make dementia the priority it should be. Together with our supporters, we're working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. Our values make sure that our focus is clear for the challenges and opportunities ahead and remind us of what we all stand for. JBRP1_UKTJ