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£39,680 - £46,944 assuming good attendance and up to 3 sleep ins per month Working in our Children’s Homes means being a part of a young person’s day to day life. This means being there for the highest highs and lowest lows. Our team leaders enable our young people to get their childhood back and create pathways to become well rounded adults – an incredibly rewarding role to have. There will be challenges along the way but there will also be the smallest moments which feel like a huge small victory! Our homes accommodate young people with social, emotional and mental health needs, and our aim is to create the best possible outcome for the young people in our care. Our team leaders are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. You’ll be a part of taking care of our young people day to day, making sure things run smoothly and creating lasting memories. As a team leader you will also make sure that the staff team are supported and the home is operating at our high standards, prepared to step up to deputise for the Registered and Deputy Managers. We’re looking for someone able to relate to and build relationships with our young people. Compassionate, emotionally resilient, and supportive, you’ll also be able to provide the leadership that inspires your colleagues. We know you’re going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the care sector. With us, you’ll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you’ll get: * Salary: Base salary of £35,400 - £42,664 * Bonuses: In addition to your base salary you’ll do up to 3 sleep ins per months, these are paid at £80 per sleep (approx. £2,880 per year) and Attendance allowance up to £1,400 per year * Training: A full 4-week induction on our Care Academy * Holiday: You’ll work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with 7 weeks’ holiday * Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our team leaders and managers have been promoted from within our group – plus you could join our ‘Aspire’ future managers programme * Flexible benefits package: meaning you can increase/decrease your holiday allowance, pension and life insurance – check out our benefits ___ * Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance * Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts * Meals provided while you’re at work * Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our homes ___ * A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Here at Witherslack Group, we celebrate everyone’s differences as that’s what makes us the best at what we do. Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. You don’t need experience, but there are a few things we’ll be looking for from you: * A ‘can do’ attitude – a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others * We genuinely care about our young people (and each other) so honesty and empathy is a must * The resilience to be able to deal with challenging situations * A full UK driving licence which you’ve held for at least 12 months * This role requires you to have the Level 3 Children’s Residential Care qualification You’ll start life as a Team Leader by joining our ‘Care Academy’ – 4 weeks of off the job training with experienced WG professionals to help you feel confident and ready to support our young people. At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong. As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we’ll be there every step of the way. By building a diverse and inclusive team, we’re better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click ___ To view our ex-offenders policy please click ___. Children’s Support Worker / Residential Support Worker / Care Worker / Career in Care / Working with Children / SEMH

Are you passionate about driving excellence in apprenticeship delivery? Do you take pride in ensuring learners receive the highest standards of training and support? This is your opportunity to make a real impact in improving the quality and consistency of apprenticeship provision across a respected and growing training provider. We’re seeking an experienced Internal Quality Assurer (IQA) to play a vital role in maintaining and enhancing the quality of apprenticeship delivery. Working closely with the Quality Manager, you’ll support a culture of continuous improvement—ensuring every learner experience meets exceptional standards and contributes to the organisation’s goal of outstanding quality and performance. This is a Manchester-based opportunity to join a forward-thinking provider known for its commitment to learner success, employer satisfaction, and operational excellence. As an Internal Quality Assurer, you’ll coordinate and carry out purposeful quality assurance activities that inform, guide, and strengthen apprenticeship delivery. You’ll help shape best practice, support teams through constructive feedback, and provide insight that drives measurable quality improvement. Key Responsibilities • Coordinate and conduct a range of quality assurance activities aligned to internal frameworks, • Carry out observations, sampling, and colleague shadowing to assess delivery quality, • Collect and analyse feedback from learners, employers, and key stakeholders, • Maintain accurate QA records, action plans, and impact evidence, • Identify trends and insights to inform continuous improvement, • Produce timely, high-quality reports to support management decisions, • Support preparations for external quality assurance visits and Ofsted inspection Why This Role Is Exciting • Opportunity to shape and improve quality across a respected apprenticeship provider, • Collaborative and supportive working environment, • A key role in preparing for Ofsted and other external inspections, • Professional development within a forward-thinking organisation, • Competitive salary and benefits package About You You’ll bring proven experience in apprenticeship quality assurance, underpinned by an IQA qualification and a proactive, collaborative approach. You’ll be confident in providing constructive feedback, adept at analysing data, and skilled at balancing multiple priorities. Essential skills and attributes: • IQA qualification, • Recent experience of quality assurance in an apprenticeship setting, • Strong understanding of Ofsted, EPAO and apprenticeship funding regulations, • Excellent communication, organisation, and analytical skills, • A solution-focused, adaptable approach with strong teamwork and accountability Safeguarding and Equality Educated Appointments are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. We are also committed to equality and diversity. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check. Interested? If you’re ready to play a key role in raising standards and driving quality improvement across apprenticeship delivery, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help make a lasting difference in education and training quality.

We operate core hours of 10 to 4, Monday to Friday (37hr week) We care about your well-being- we have an EAP that offers not just welfare benefits but also retail discounts You can find out more here: Benefits- Police Digital Service ( ) Key Responsibilities Lead and conduct adva

We operate core hours of 8 to 6, Monday to Friday (37hr week) We care about your well-being - we have an EAP that offers not just welfare benefits but also retail discounts Plan for the future - we offer an excellent pension scheme and life assurance cover Put your mind at rest regarding your health

If you are committed to the welfare of others and eager to make a meaningful difference, we’d love to hear from you! Gender is considered to be an occupational requirement – Equality Act 2010 Vacancy Reference Number: 92181 Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support

A local educational institution in Skelmersdale is seeking 2 Lunchtime Welfare Assistants to support the welfare of pupils aged 2-11 during lunchtime.

A leading educational institution in Wigan is looking for a Lead Learning Manager to manage a team focused on student welfare and academic progress. The ideal candidate should possess leadership experience, a firm understanding of safeguarding, and dedication to student success. This role encompasse

Moorside Academy are seeking to appoint 2 Lunchtime Welfare Assistants to assist in the care and general welfare of pupils across the 2-11 years age range during the lunchtime period - 5 hours per week. Experience as a welfare assistant or working with children in the past. Offers of employment may

We have a great opportunity at our City Campus Manchester to join our Creative Industries and Quality team as Head of Department for Quality on a permanent, full time (35 hours) basis. As a Head of Department Quality, you will lead activity designed to continually improve the quality of teaching, learning and assessment to the highest standards possible and the outcomes achieved by students, with a particular focus on the degree of progress our students make from their starting points when they join the College. You will be part of the departmental management team for your business area, line managed by the Assistant Principal of Creative Industries. This role is uniquely different to Departmental Head of Department roles in that you will be part of the management structure for your own business area but at the same time, as a member pf the Quality Team, your work and priorities will also be directed by the Vice-Principal for Quality. The Creative Industries is an exciting and dynamic business area with departments in Media, Music, Performing Arts and Visual Arts. We deliver Pearson and UAL qualifications to 16-18 ‘s across Levels 1 – 3 in addition to a small and established Adult provision. We are proud to deliver an inclusive creative education curriculum that helps individuals and communities to thrive. Creative education can help to shape the worlds we live in and imagine for ourselves and improve the lives of people and places. Our approach to teaching is founded on skills and knowledge as well as experiential learning through curiosity, collaboration, responsibility, sustainability, hard work and play. Our high-profile partnerships with Greater Manchester’s Creative Industries stakeholders offer our students exceptional opportunities to learn, work and network in exciting venues such as Band on The Wall, Manchester Art Gallery, BBC and the Royal Exchange Theatre. We are looking for an experienced, Quality focused colleague to work as Head of Department, Quality with our Assistant Principal, Heads of Department and specialist teachers to achieve ambitious qualitative and quantitative targets. This is a particularly exciting time for Creative Industries as we set out our strategic 5-year plan incorporating challenging curriculum reform. Role Responsibilities Please see Job profile line for an overview of general role responsibilities. Benefits • 35 days paid annual leave plus 8 bank holidays., • 3 well-being days per year., • Significant pension contribution., • Retail discounts., • Employee Assistance Program., • Cycle to work scheme. Skills, Qualifications and Experience To be successful in this role, you will need to: • Recognised teaching qualification., • Degree level qualification or relevant professional qualification(s) and/or appropriate level and range of relevant industrial experience., • Numeracy and literacy skills (to level 2 or equivalent)., • Qualified to deliver curriculum, internally verify, and moderate qualifications awards., • Reliable, practical understanding of effective teaching, learning and assessment strategies and of local, regional, and national skills and training needs., • Have a thorough understanding of quality assurance systems used in the learning and skills sector, including a strong understanding of the Education Inspection Framework., • Have a strong appreciation of FE funding requirements and methodologies and current issues affecting the Further Education sector. Safeguarding The LTE Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre-screening process. Some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check. Equal Opportunities Statement At The Manchester College, we’re committed to providing an environment free from discrimination, bullying, harassment, or victimisation, where all members of our community are treated with respect and dignity. The Manchester College is committed to working in an inclusive way with all the communities where we are geographically located and to developing a workforce and student community that reflects Greater Manchester’s and the UK’s rich diversity and vibrancy. The closing date for this job advert is 04th February 2026 at 12 noon. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response! Assessment Day / Interviews will be held on 11th February 2026, if successful in your application you will need to ensure you are available for the whole day.

Reports to: Head of Partnerships Salary: £26,000 - £32,000 pa pro rata + commission Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time Location: Field-based / Hybrid / Remote Role 1, Midlands, UK Role 2, North East, UK Please specify which role you are applying for Please apply via our email. Job Purpose The Partnerships Manager plays a key role in developing and maintaining relationships with employers, learners, and stakeholders to promote OTM Apprenticeships' (OTMA) full range of training programmes, including Apprenticeships (Levels 3–7), Advanced Learner Loans, ASF, and ELCAS courses. Although not a line management role, the Partnerships Manager acts as an ambassador for OTM Apprenticeships, identifying opportunities for growth, building sustainable partnerships, and ensuring employers and learners receive outstanding service and support. Key Responsibilities Business Development & Relationship Management • Identify, contact, and engage new employers and partners to promote OTMA’s training and apprenticeship offer., • Build and maintain strong relationships with employers to understand workforce needs and create tailored training solutions., • Achieve monthly and quarterly performance targets related to employer engagement, learner starts, and conversions., • Represent OTMA professionally in employer meetings, presentations, careers events, and networking functions., • Work collaboratively with curriculum and quality teams to ensure employer expectations are met and exceeded., • Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of funding rules, eligibility criteria, and sector priorities. Employer & Learner Onboarding • Support the onboarding process for new employers, ensuring all compliance documentation is completed accurately., • Liaise with the Enrolment & Compliance Officer to ensure eligibility and funding checks are completed promptly., • Provide clear and accurate information, advice, and guidance (IAG) to employers and learners., • Ensure employers fully understand apprenticeship requirements, on-programme commitments, and EPA expectations., • Assist in matching learners to appropriate vacancies and courses. Sales & Performance • Manage a personal performance plan and pipeline of employer accounts, ensuring activity aligns with business growth objectives., • Record all interactions, leads, and conversions accurately in CRM/MIS systems., • Contribute to marketing and promotional activities to raise awareness of OTMA’s services., • Provide data and reports to the Head of Partnerships to support forecasting and performance monitoring., • Attend regular team meetings, sharing best practice and success stories. Collaboration & Internal Communication • Work closely with delivery teams to ensure employer and learner needs are communicated effectively., • Provide feedback from employers to inform curriculum planning and improvement., • Support the Head of Partnerships with tenders, bids, and regional projects as required., • Maintain effective communication with internal teams to ensure a smooth learner journey from first contact to completion. Safeguarding, Prevent & Equality • Promote OTMA’s safeguarding, Prevent, and equality policies during all external engagement., • Ensure employers understand their responsibilities regarding learner welfare, health and safety, and equality in the workplace., • Report any safeguarding or welfare concerns immediately to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)., • Embed British Values and inclusivity into all communications and professional relationships. Key Performance Indicators • Number of new employer partnerships established, • Employer and learner satisfaction feedback, • Learner start and conversion rates, • Accuracy and timeliness of onboarding documentation, • Contribution to team targets and business growth, • Compliance and audit accuracy for employer data Qualifications & Experience • Experience in business development, employer engagement, or recruitment within the FE, skills, or apprenticeship sector (essential), • Strong understanding of ESFA funding, apprenticeship standards, and training provision (desirable), • Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills, • Target-driven with proven experience of working in a performance-led environment, • Level 3 qualification in Business, Sales, or equivalent (minimum), • Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regionally Skills & Competencies • Professional and credible communicator with strong interpersonal skills, • Ability to build lasting relationships and manage multiple employer accounts, • Strong organisational, planning, and administrative skills, • Self-motivated, proactive, and goal-focused, • Confident in using CRM, MIS, and Microsoft Office systems, • Ethical, transparent, and aligned with OTMA’s safeguarding culture, • Commitment to learner success, equality, and continuous improvement Safeguarding Statement OTM Apprenticeships is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners aged 16+ and adults. The postholder must uphold this commitment through professional conduct, vigilance, and proactive communication with employers and learners. This role requires an enhanced DBS check and full adherence to OTMA’s safeguarding, Prevent, and safer recruitment policie

The ideal candidate will have leadership experience in education, a strong understanding of safeguarding, and a commitment to student success. A leading educational institution in Wigan is seeking a Lead Learning Manager to oversee a team and ensure student welfare and academic progress. This role i

Key Responsibilities Student Welfare & Pastoral Support Provide first-line welfare and pastoral support to students experiencing emotional, social, behavioural, or mental health difficulties. Job Title: Welfare Officer Location: Barnet, London Salary: £25,000 – £26,000 per ann

Welfare Officer – Primary School Setting Location: Hillingdon Start Date: ASAP Start Contract: Full-Time | Term-Time Only A friendly and well-established primary school in Hillingdon is seeking a qualified and experienced Welfare Officer to join their pastoral team. The Role As Welfare Offi

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic marketing specialist to join our ambitious team of experienced fundraisers as World Horse Welfare approaches its centenary anniversary.

Job Details:Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am 4:00pmLocation: BathProject Length: Long-term role on a 3-year projectDuties: Welfare cleaning on a construction site (cabins, toilets, canteens, offices, etc.

Perform regular welfare checks on Service Users and accommodation sites. Required Skills: Experience as a Welfare Officer or similar role. Job Title: Welfare Officer Location: Wethersfield Salary : £28,000-£35,000 Hours: 48 hours per week, with 12-hour shifts rotating between days and nights.

Welfare cleaning on a construction site (cabins, toilets, canteens, offices, etc.

World Horse Welfare is committed to championing equality and diversity in all aspects of employment and in the services that it provides. This range is provided by World Horse Welfare. We are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic marketing specialist to join our ambitious team of experienced fundr

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Court of Protection Solicitor to manage health and welfare litigation cases. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years’ PQE in mental capacity welfare work, excellent client care skills, and experience in advocacy.

A leading educational program provider in the UK seeks a Welfare Manager for its summer camp operations. This full-time role involves safeguarding student welfare, delivering pastoral support, and requires strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

Job title: Community Care & Welfare Solicitor. My client is a market-leading Legal 500 and Chambers‑ranked firm who are offering a compelling opportunity for an experienced Solicitor or Legal Executive to join a specialist team with a strong reputation in Community Care and Welfare Law.

This role involves developing welfare standards for farmed fish, advocating in Parliament and conferences, and engaging with key stakeholders to drive improvements. Applicants should have significant knowledge of fish welfare, project management experience, and strong communication skills. An animal

A leading social care recruitment agency is seeking a Children's Senior Practitioner to join a Corporate Parenting Team in West Midlands.This role requires a Social Work Qualification and at least 3 years of qualified experience.The ideal candidate will excel in safeguarding young people aged 14-17

Our team is made up of a Centre Manager, Deputy Centre Manager, Senior Rehoming and Welfare Assistants and Rehoming and Welfare Assistants. Experience of animal welfare, including feeding, cleaning, medicating and handling and a high level of understanding of how to meet welfare needs of cats. We ar

A leading animal welfare charity is seeking an IT Director to drive their technology transformation initiatives. This pivotal role requires strong leadership, stakeholder management, and expertise in leveraging technology to make a positive impact on dog welfare.

The Governors are seeking to appoint 2 welfare assistants in our successful Primary School. Planning and working as part of a growing midday welfare team. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this

Responsible for the care, safeguarding and welfare of all students during the summer camp. Serve as primary point of contact for student welfare concerns. Lead the delivery of high‑quality welfare and pastoral support.

The role involves managing a team of caretakers, implementing health programs, and ensuring animal welfare.

Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer – Education Welfare Officer. Is It Time to Use Your Education Welfare Skills Differently?. Education Welfare Officer, or in residential care, education, health, youth work, or social care.

A leading animal welfare organization is seeking a Research Engagement Officer to positively impact dogs' lives through project engagement.

Standby Pet Welfare Assistants. As a Pet Welfare Assistant, you’ll play an important role in our mission, ensuring that every pet receives the love, attention, and support they deserve during their stay at our Centres. Whether it’s supporting new team members, participating in continuous improve

Ideal for seasoned fundraisers who are passionate about animal welfare and eager to create lasting impacts through strategic corporate partnerships.

The successful candidate will oversee bird welfare, ensure quality farm conditions, and manage on-site visitors.

A prominent charity organization in the United Kingdom is seeking new board members to help enhance its mission of improving the lives of families involved in the family justice system.Candidates should have experience in leading strategic changes across complex systems, particularly in children’s

A leading cat welfare charity in the UK is seeking an experienced Volunteer Manager to lead and manage volunteer teams effectively in a hybrid role based in Truro, Cornwall.

A leading UK university is seeking a Welfare Pathway Lead to provide pastoral support for students.

Remaining aware of all relevant rules, policies and best practice affecting all aspects of welfare and debt advice with a working knowledge of how to support with issues relating to family, employment, housing;. Be comfortable with using Microsoft Office and the online system for welfare and debt ad

Key responsibilities include analyzing financial information and supporting residents with welfare benefits claims.

We are seeking a collaborative and purpose-driven leader with a strong commitment to the welfare of livestock animals to lead and coordinate our technical operations and service delivery. The successful candidate will join at an exciting period of growth and reorganisation for the HSA as we introduc

Advanced knowledge of contemporary policy and research debates on welfare policy and/or employment. Advanced knowledge of contemporary policy and research debates on welfare policy and/or employment. Karen Glaser as part of the Centre’s ‘Work, Welfare Reform and Mental Health’ programme.

Karen Glaser as part of the Centre’s ‘Work, Welfare Reform and Mental Health’ programme. Using your experience in quantitative data analysis, you will examine the links between mental distress and work, care and welfare. WelfareExperiences project), and take forward new ideas of your own that

An animal welfare charity in the UK is seeking a Technical Lead to oversee their operational work promoting humane slaughter and transport of livestock. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a commitment to improving animal welfare. Passion for animal welfare and practical ad

Have substantial experience delivering Welfare Benefits Advice across a range of benefits and keep up to date with welfare benefits legislation. We are looking for an experienced and motivated Welfare Rights Team Leader to support the Operations Manager to lead, develop and support a large team deli

The role involves ensuring high standards of animal welfare and maintaining compliance with zoo licensing requirements.

A local council in the UK is looking for a Housing Income Maximisation Officer to provide essential welfare support and advice to Council and Temporary Accommodation tenants.

Advanced knowledge of contemporary policy and research debates on welfare policy and/or employment. Karen Glaser as part of the Centre’s ‘Work, Welfare Reform and Mental Health’ programme. Using your experience in quantitative data analysis, you will examine the links between mental distress a

A leading educational institution in Greater London is seeking an Attendance Officer to ensure accurate student attendance and support student welfare.

This full-time role involves critical research on mental health, working closely with experienced professors on various projects related to work and welfare reform.