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We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults a

Science Teacher Required - Secondary School in Stafford 🌟 Aspire People, a leading education specialist recruiter based in Stoke-on-Trent, is currently seeking a passionate Science Teacher for a lovely secondary school in Stafford. 🗓 Position Details: Start Date: September Duration: Until Christmas Schedule: Full-time, Monday to Friday Key Stages: KS3 and KS4 Responsibilities: Full planning and marking required 💼 Why This Role? Join a friendly and supportive department in a well-regarded school that values its staff and offers a positive teaching environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced teacher or an ECT looking to gain valuable classroom experience. 💰 We Offer: £100 joining bonus (paid after 10 days worked) £250 referral bonus for every successful referral you make to Aspire People Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement 📩 Apply Now! Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity. Send your CV today to be considered for this role and join the Aspire People community! Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclos...

Are you looking to gain valuable classroom experience in a supportive and rewarding role? Zest Education is currently recruiting a Cover Supervisor to work in a welcoming secondary school in Staffordshire. About the Role: As a Cover Supervisor, you’ll play a vital role in maintaining continuity of learning during teacher absences. You will be responsible for delivering pre-set lessons across a range of subjects, ensuring students remain engaged and focused in a safe and positive classroom environment. This is an excellent opportunity for: * Graduates considering a future in teaching * Individuals with experience in youth work, coaching, or tutoring * Those looking to make a difference in education without needing formal teaching qualifications What We’re Looking For: * Confident individuals with strong behaviour management skills * Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities * A flexible and resilient attitude * Previous experience working with young people (desirable but not essential) * A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children Why Join Zest Education? * Competitive daily rates: £89 – £110 * Supportive consultants who care about your development * Opportunity to work in a dynamic and forward-thinking school * Valuable experience for those considering a career in education Zest Education are a APSCo audited ag...

Student Services - Safeguarding & Wellbeing Officer Location: Stafford College site 1 x 37 hour post available (1 day to be worked at the Leek Campus) This role is term-time working only - 38 weeks per year Salary: £29,480 to £32,291 (NSUP17 - NSUP20) pro rata per annum (depending on skills and experience) Actual Salary: £25,228 to 27,633 (37 hour post) Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group (NSCG) is one of the very best colleges in the country. In October 2024 we became the first and only further education provider in England to achieve a full set of outstanding grades in consecutive Ofsted Inspections. This includes recognition of our strong contribution towards meeting Local Skills Needs under the latest version of the Education Inspection Framework (EIF). The inspection report praised all areas of the College's provision and acknowledged NSCG's ?staff are professional, friendly, incredibly supportive and work tirelessly to meet the needs of learners' ?teachers improve their practice based upon the support they receive' and ?teachers create highly supportive, calm and highly aspirational environments in which learners and apprentices thrive'.? In summary, NSCG is a great place to work and study. To read the full Ofsted report for Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group, please visit the Ofsted Government website, select Find an Inspection Report and search for Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group. The group is currently home to a population of over 6,500 full-time students with around 2,000 adult learners and students on higher education programmes. We have over 1,500 apprentices where we work with over 850 individual employers. Our Sixth Form provision has a reputation for high academic achievement and excellence. As part of the Student Services Team, the Student Wellbeing Officers are responsible for the further development of a supportive culture for learners across the College ensuring that the wellbeing and safeguarding needs of all students are met. Liaising with other areas of the College including personal tutors as well as working directly with the learners, specific responsibilities are to identify those learners "at risk" of leaving or failing to achieve on their programmes of study and to implement strategies to minimise these risks. To be successful you will be enthusiastic, have relevant experience of working with young people and have a good understanding of their needs and difficulties. You will be self motivated and able to support, motivate and inspire reluctant learners. You will have a relevant qualification at level 3 or equivalent, good organisational and record keeping skills as well as being a good communicator. A flexible approach to working hours is required to accommodate the needs of learners. Main Duties and Responsibilities: ? To work within the curriculum team to identify learners who may require support because of one or more factors that place the learners "at risk" on their programmes. ? To work with learners and curriculum team to negotiate an appropriate plan of action to reduce these risk factors. ? To act as an independent impartial advisor on learner related matters, acting as an advocate for the learner, where appropriate. ? To arrange and implement regular one-to-one reviews with learners from the caseload. ? To follow the College's safeguarding procedure taking appropriate action where necessary. ? To liaise with external agencies on behalf of the learner, where appropriate making external referrals. Required Skills and Experience: ? Has relevant experience of working with young people and the ability to relate to them, an understanding of their needs and be able to inspire them. ? Knowledge and experience of Safeguarding. ? Has a relevant level 3 qualification or job experience. ? Is self motivated, enthusiastic, ability to take responsibility, make decisions and work on own initiative. ? Ability to work as a member of a team What's in it for you? The college offers and excellent benefits package which includes: ? Local Government Pension Scheme ? Cycle to Work Scheme (Salary sacrifice). ? Subsidised Gym Membership. ? Excellent Training and Development Opportunities (supported with a dedicated budget). ? Staff parking available ? Health-related benefits including subsidised health scheme ? On site restaurant facilities and FREE early morning coffee/tea and toast How to apply To apply for the role of Safeguarding & Wellbeing Officer please click ?Apply Now' to complete an online application form. (If you are applying via a jobs board, you will receive an e-mail and link that will take you directly to our application form on the Newcastle & Stafford Colleges Group website). The closing date for completed applications is 4th January 2026 Interviews to be held week commencing 12th January 2026 This college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All college based positions are subject to enhanced DBS check and are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all sectors of the community. TPBN1_UKTJ

We are advertising for a Homicide Family Case Workers in the West Midlands Homicide Team. This post is based within Staffordshire, Shropshire and North West Midlands and may cover the whole of the West Midlands. This role is working 30 hours a week on a permanent contract. Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it? Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care? If yes, then we'd love to hear from you What we offer: At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including: Flexible working options including hybrid working 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays An extra day off for your birthday & options to buy or sell annual leave Pension with 5% employer contribution Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment & leisure discounts Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes Cycle to work scheme & season ticket loans Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression About the role: Becoming a Homicide Caseworker is a unique opportunity to support families and individuals bereaved by and, eyewitness to murder and manslaughter. The National Homicide Service is a fast paced, specialist team funded directly by the Ministry of Justice to provide exceptional trauma informed practical and emotional support every day. You Will: Work closely with the Major Crime Police Units, Senior Investigators and Family Liaison Officers, providing a pivotal role to support clients through the Criminal Justice System. Support clients by phone and Zoom as well as meeting families in their own homes or community, therefore you will be required to travel throughout the area. Complete needs assessments, and will coordinate and deliver a tailored package of support alongside our commissioned providers and other key stakeholders. The role of Homicide Caseworker is varied, demanding and rewarding; no one day is the same and you will thrive on this challenge. You will need to be extremely organised and able work independently and as well as being a pro-active, supportive member of a team open to developing your personal resilience. Our priority is to ensure that those bereaved by and eyewitness to murder have the support they need for as long as they need. About Us: Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need. As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best. How to apply: To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We look forward to hearing from you. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible. TPBN1_UKTJ

Footsteps Stafford Nursery & Pre-School Permanent | Monday – Friday I up to 40 hours per week - £13.01 p/h Salary per annum: £27,060.80 We value the dedication and expertise of our Level 3 Practitioners. To show our appreciation for their (and hopefully your) hard work and commitment, we’re excited to offer a £400 Qualification Recognition bonus to all our Level 3 Practitioners across all our Nurseries. This bonus will be paid after just 6 months of service, making it the perfect time to join our team and be recognized for your qualifications and contributions Footsteps Stafford Nursery & Pre-School is based in a large period property with an impressive outdoor garden, our nursery features an on-site forest school including an outside classroom. This friendly and homely nursery provides quality childcare for children from birth to 5 years. Our staff provide both a stimulating environment, as well as excellent opportunities, for children to learn through a mix of adult led and child-initiated activities. Responsibilities but not limited to: • Deliver learning experiences and planned activities for a key group that provides outstanding opportunities for the children, • Work within a team to ensure the safety and wellbeing of the children, • Work in partnership with parents to ensure the outcomes for children are met, • Assess and report on children's progress to ensure continued development, • Be passionate, inspiring and work effectively within a team and have a hands on approach to your own professional learning and development, • To be fun, caring and friendly, • To promote a high-quality learning environment What we need from you? • Passion and commitment for working in childcare, • Ability to work shifts between 7.30-6.00pm Monday to Friday working between 25 - 40 hours per week, • Commitment to continual development, • Have sound Knowledge of EYFS, • NNEB, BTEC Nat Dip, CACHE Dip in Childcare, NVQ level 3, EY Educator Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: • Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays, • Discounts: 75% off nursery fees for our team member’s, • Health & Wellbeing Programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available, • Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth, • Childcare, • Company pension, • Employee mentoring programme Footsteps Stafford Nursery & Pre-School is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group #INDR4

Join Our Passionate Team of Flex Early Years Educators! We're looking for dedicated, energetic Early Years Educators holding a recognised Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years Education. Whether you're balancing studies, managing childcare, or re-entering the workforce, our internal bank roles offer the perfect mix of flexibility, support, and growth. Why Choose Family First Flex? Since 2019, Family First has been dedicated to becoming the UK's leading childcare provider by placing families - children, parents, and colleagues - at the heart of everything we do. Starting with four nurseries in London, we now operate over 100 locations nationwide. We deliver exceptional, child-centred care and education while nurturing a supportive environment where our teams can thrive. What You’ll Love About Us: • Flexibility: Take control of your work schedule by customising your shift patterns to fit your lifestyle., • Simplicity: Easily manage your shifts and pay using our user-friendly app - designed to make your work life hassle-free., • Variety: Choose the option that suits you best, whether that’s focusing on one nursery or covering multiple locations locally., • Growth: Enhance your skills with our training and development plans, plus access internal opportunities such as apprenticeships and permanent roles., • Recognition: Look forward to weekly pay and the chance to shine as our Flex Colleague of the Month., • Essential Cover: Step in to ensure that daily tasks such as hygiene maintenance and room setup are completed to the highest standards in our nurseries., • Engage and Educate: Work closely with your colleagues to implement the EYFS, using fun, interactive activities to spark children’s curiosity and learning., • Prioritise Safety: Uphold robust safeguarding measures while always maintaining health and safety standards., • Experience & Qualifications: We welcome candidates with a recognised Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years Education (e.g., NVQ, CACHE or BTEC), ensuring a strong foundation in early years practices., • Safeguarding: You must be committed to child protection and have a solid understanding of safeguarding practices to ensure a safe, nurturing environment., • Communication: You should be able to communicate clearly and effectively with children, parents, and colleagues in both written and spoken English. Take the next step and explore a role that fits your lifestyle while making a positive impact on children’s lives. Apply now, and our recruitment team will guide you through the process. We look forward to welcoming you to the Family First community! We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Prevent Duty. Family First Group take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group. #FLEX

We have an exciting opportunity for 2 x Children and Young People Domestic Abuse Practitioners to join New Era working in Staffordshire. The position is 37.5 hours a week on a Permanent Contract with the Safe Accommodation Team. Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it? Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care? If yes, then we'd love to hear from you What we offer: At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including: Flexible working options including hybrid working 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays An extra day off for your birthday & options to buy or sell annual leave Pension with 5% employer contribution Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment & leisure discounts Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes Cycle to work scheme & season ticket loans Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression About the role: These roles are based in Staffordshire (we have an office in Stafford or Stoke). You will work directly with children and young people across the area; with hybrid working an option after the 6 month probationary period. As a CYP DA Practitioner you will be: Working directly and indirectly with children and young people Delivering services mostly through education establishments Working within a wider DA service for the whole family approach You will need: Good communication skills An ability to engage, build rapport and motivate young people Good understanding of domestic abuse and its impact on young people Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details. About Us: Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need. As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best. How to apply: To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We look forward to hearing from you. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible. TPBN1_UKTJ

�? Science Teacher Required - Secondary School in Stafford �?Aspire People, a leading education specialist recruiter based in Stoke-on-Trent, is currently seeking a passionate Science Teacher for a lovely secondary school in Stafford.?? Position Details:Start Date: SeptemberDuration: Until ChristmasSchedule: Full-time, Monday to FridayKey Stages: KS3 and KS4Responsibilities: Full planning and marking required?? Why This Role?Join a friendly and supportive department in a well-regarded school that values its staff and offers a positive teaching environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced teacher or an ECT looking to gain valuable classroom experience.?? We Offer:£100 joining bonus (paid after 10 days worked)£250 referral bonus for every successful referral you make to Aspire PeopleDedicated consultant support throughout your placement?? Apply Now!Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity. Send your CV today to be considered for this role and join the Aspire People community!Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks....

Housing Support Coach - Young People Homelessness Salary: £23,848 a year Location: Stoke on Trent Hours per week: 37.5 Contract type: Permanent You’ll provide support and advice to young people who have experienced homelessness and other forms of social exclusion. You’ll work with the team to manage the day-to-day running of the young person’s 24/7 supported accommodation scheme and be the first point of contact for customers and visitors. Job requirements • Support customers to move into the service, completing detailed and thorough sign-ups to make sure young people know the rights and responsibilities of themselves and our client., • Cover all reception tasks including the phone, post and reception enquiries., • Support customers to manage their rent and service charge payments, including benefit claims where necessary., • Maintain the safety and security of young people and the building by supervising the entrance and exit of the building, and undertaking regular health and safety checks., • Arrange appointments for customers, for example with their GP or DWP and accompany them where appropriate. Provide advice to them on housing, health, welfare benefit claims and other issues as necessary., • Work with the local community and respond to neighbourho...

This role will contact consenting perpetrators of domestic abuse to assess their level of risk and motivation for behaviour change, facilitate group-based programmes (both online and in person), and deliver 1-2-1 support and tailored interventions. The post holder will work with a team of adult and children and young people practitioners, managed by a Senior Behaviour Change Caseworker. The role will include out of hours and weekend working, estimated at two evenings per week, or as dictated by the business needs of the service. What we offer: At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including: Flexible Working Options : Including hybrid working. Generous Annual Leave : 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave. Birthday Leave : An extra day off for your birthday. Pension Plan : 5% employer contribution. Enhanced Allowances : Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments. Exclusive Discounts : High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts. Financial Wellbeing : Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance. Wellbeing Support : Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support. Inclusive Networks : Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes. Sustainable Travel : Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans. Career Development : Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression. About the Role: This role is based in Stafford but will work flexibly across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent. The service will be delivered as per service user requirements and will involve some early evening and possible weekend delivery, potentially on a rota basis. As a Behaviour Change caseworker you will be: Working with adult perpetrators of domestic abuse Delivering interventions in person, individually or as part of a group Assessing risk and needs at all times; ensuring the safe delivery of service Working alongside the integrated victim service to co-ordinate delivery of services You will need: A genuine belief in behaviour change Personal resilience and good communication and interpersonal skills A good understanding of domestic abuse and its impact on victims and families Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details. About Us: Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need. As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best. How to apply: To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We look forward to hearing from you. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible. TPBN1_UKTJ

A local government organization in Stafford is seeking enthusiastic Family Practitioners to join their team in supporting children and families. This role supports children's welfare and requires a criminal record check. Candidates should have NVQ Level 3 in a related field and experience supporting