To prepare the dining area which may include moving and setting up furniture, setting trolleys and the cleaning and dismantling of these as required.
To prepare the service area, hot cupboards and other equipment in the dining centre for the efficient and effective service of the meals.
To assist in the preparation, cooking and serving of food and beverages as defined by the immediate supervisor or line manager.
To serve food according to the style and type of operation as defined by the immediate supervisor or line manager.
To wash dishes, cutlery, tumblers, jugs, serving utensils, containers, tables and all other catering equipment in the dining centre.
To clean daily all catering areas to standards laid down by the Catering Manager/Supervisor and Health and Safety guidelines.
To undergo on and off the job training sessions as required by management.
To inform the immediate supervisor or line manager of any defects in equipment.
To inform the immediate supervisor or line manager of any defects in heavy equipment or of any premises not meeting Health and Safety and/or Food Hygiene Regulation Standards.
To perform other related duties as required ensuring the dining area and the kitchen is in a clean and hygienic condition and that the food service is effective and efficient.
Actively promote the catering services by providing healthy, tasty and nutritious meals.
To attend other sites within the Trust for cover purposes.
To undertake any other duties (within the scope and grade of the post) as required for effective operation of the Service.
Training:
You will spend 4 days per week on site in the school kitchens with Isle Education Trust and spend each Wednesdsay at Doncaster College completing your day-release training.
Training Outcome:
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be opportunity to move into a fulltime position at our school.
Employer Description:Isle Education Trust (IET) is a Multi-Academy Trust of primary, secondary and alternative provision academies that grew from the desire to ensure that local children received the highest standards of education in order to enable them to go on and be responsible, well rounded members of society, with a wealth of opportunities at their feet.
At Isle Education Trust we have a simple aim; to deliver the best quality teaching and learning experiences we can for all stakeholders; students, parents and staff without losing the personality of the academies in the trust.
Each academy has its own mind-set which underpins all that they do. Our students are at the heart of everything we do and we aim to ensure every single one of them has the support and guidance they need in order to reach their full potential.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 07:30 - 14:30 (30 min unpaid break).Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Analytical skills,Team working,Creative,Patience,Physical fitness,Passion for food....Read more...
We are working with a highly regarded specialist Court of Protection and Private Client firm based in Manchester who are recruiting a Court of Protection Lawyer, at a grade A or B level, with the potential for appointment as Director of their Trust Corporation. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience managing property and affairs matters who is ready to take the next step in their career.
As a Court of Protection Lawyer, you will:
Take control of complex Property and Affairs Deputyship files, supported by Case Workers, trainee solicitors, and paralegals.
Supervise junior fee earners and offer guidance to support their development.
Handle Property and Affairs applications to the Court of Protection, including contested matters.
Provide advice to lay deputies and attorneys, offering support on a wide range of practical and legal issues.
Handle contested cases and prepare court bundles and instructions to counsel.
Advise families on Lasting Powers of Attorney and lay deputyship applications.
Investigate financial abuse and offer advice on care funding options.
Interact regularly with clients, their families and case management teams.
The ideal candidate:
At least 5 years’ experience as a Court of Protection fee earner.
Experience with complex property and affairs applications.
Strong understanding of welfare issues and the financial aspects of Court of Protection cases.
A proactive approach to client care, with a focus on providing clear and practical advice.
Ability to manage and supervise junior staff while ensuring high standards of work.
What’s on offer?:
Competitive salary and benefits: including 29 days holiday, private health care, life insurance, and a contributory pension scheme.
Incentives & Bonuses: Benefit from an attendance bonus, annual bonus, and additional holiday at Christmas.
Work-Life Balance: Hybrid working model offering flexibility to fit your lifestyle.
Career Progression: Ample opportunity for career development and promotion within a dynamic and supportive team.
If you are an experienced Court of Protection Lawyer looking for a new opportunity in Manchester, we encourage you to apply! You can contact Nadine Ali at Sacco Mann for further information on the role.....Read more...
Working as an Apprentice Teaching Assistant you’ll provide support to teachers in preparing for lessons and helping create a safe and enjoyable learning environment for all our students, particularly SEND students. During lessons, you’ll work together with the class teacher to support students with classroom activities and help to manage behaviour.
You may support students with lunchtime games, clubs and similar activities.
At the end of your apprenticeship you’ll achieve a nationally recognised qualification, as well as valuable work experience, that will provide you with the best possible chance of being offered a full-time Teaching Assistant position.
Training:
The apprentice will have an assigned Educator from Heart Of England Training whom they will meet with regularly via teams.
Training Outcome:
Past apprentices have progressed to permanent roles at our school.
Employer Description:We are also delighted to have achieved equally as impressive A level results in our Sixth Form with 28.3% A*-A and 58.5% A*-B, an average grade of B- and a Value Added score of +0.26, making Higham Lane one of the top performing Sixth Forms in Warwickshire. We are excited by the opportunities which our recent merger with the Central England Academy Trust will bring us and are also delighted that the Department for Education has given us permission to open a new secondary Free School, Higham Lane North Academy, in 2025. We are currently setting up the new school and this is already providing exciting opportunities for collaboration, promotion, staff development, recruitment and retention.
Our school has a strong ethos based on mutual respect between students and staff and very clear expectations regarding students’ effort and behaviour. We enjoy an excellent reputation with parents/carers and are always over-subscribed. You will find a happy, caring and purposeful environment at Higham Lane. Students get on exceptionally well, both with each other and with our staff, who take pride in working here. Our students are encouraged to do their very best in every aspect of their lives and to reach the highest standards, irrespective of their ability. We encourage them to “Be the best you can be”, by working hard, being kind and taking responsibility.Working Hours :37 hours per week, Monday – Friday (with 20% off timetable in school to work towards their qualification) 38 weeks per year (working term-time only) salary is pro rata.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Resillient,Positive attitude,Motivated....Read more...
To assist in the training and teaching of trainee and other junior staff as directed by Scientific staff.
To participate in staff appraisal according to Trust policies and procedures.Laboratory
To provide technical support for the laboratory under the direction of the technical or scientific leads.
To perform basic genetic analyses under supervision on patients referred for a range of genetic disorders as directed, to enable reporting time targets to be met.
To receive and process samples submitted to the Department in accordance with laboratory policies and protocols.
To analyse the results of tests for which he/she is responsible, recording results on worksheets, on result sheets in patient files, and on the laboratory database.
To perform automated and manual techniques on diagnostic test samples in acccordance with Departmental Standard Operating Procedures including quality assurance
To provide technical support for research and development projects as required.
To generate internal reports for basic test results, prior to checking and authorisation by appropriate Scientific Staff.
To participate in risk management of the department including error reporting.
To participate in work rotation as required, in order to cover a range of disorders and all techniques employed in the department.
To personally organise allocated work.
To maintain a high level of professional competence in the performance of all tests and investigations carried out in the section.
To accurately prepare, maintain and document adequate supplies of reagents and consumables.
To ensure the efficient and safe use of consumables within own working area.
To be responsible for the day to day maintenance and cleanliness of the equipment with which he/she is working.
To participate in internal and external quality control procedures.
To participate in quality assurance procedures, including maintenance records and corrective actions.
To participate in audit as required, relating to numbers and failure rates of tests.
Work in accordance with the Standard Operating Procedures developed for use in the Department. Assist in the development and review of these as required.
To abide by all Codes of Practice, Safety Regulations, statutory requirements and operational policies of the department and the service.
To perform other duties as appropriate to the grade and as requested by senior scientific staff
To communicate with other members of the technical team to provide effective cover for work.
To assist, as is necessary, in recording and maintaining all necessary manual and computerised records of the Department
To use automated analysis equipment and software packagesProfessional
To participate in continued professional development, by attending in-house or external training sessions as appropriate, and maintaining personal training records as required.
To participate in any national technical training initiatives as appropriate.
Training:The Level 6 Biomedical Scientist Apprenticeship will be delivered by blended learning from Staffordshire University. There will be 9 on campus study days per year some of which will be double days and therefore overnight stays in the Stoke-on-Trent area will be expected.
Successful apprentices will achieve a BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science. This qualification confers eligibility to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions as a Biomedical Scientist upon graduation. Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science Approved by the Health and Care Professions Council.Training Outcome:Dependant on role availability there may be senior roles that can be progressed to after this apprenticeshipEmployer Description:There are over 12,000 reasons why North Bristol NHS Trust is a place to be #NBTProud of. We support and care for every member of staff, every carer, every visitor, and will always put the patient first.Working Hours :The laboratory is open between the hours of 07:00 and 20:00, including bank holidays and weekends, and apprentices with work 37.5 hours per week full time (including off-the-job training).Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Purpose of the role
To be responsible for implementing the business partnering function for the specified service area. The role is pivotal in providing strategic support in all aspects of financial advice for the service. They will act as a partner with the service leadership teams to develop, constructively challenge and support service plans and project delivery and take responsibility for managing and reporting on operational performance for the business partnering team.
Assess situations from a commercial, business or finance perspective; provide appropriate financial advice to support complex business decisions. Business Partners will work closely with all stakeholders to ensure best use of limited financial resources, providing the strategic financial insight, intelligence and support needed.
Respond to government and professional consultations, implementation of best practice models and any other such requirements.
Provide an effective Business Partnering function and to contribute to the development of the policies, activities and service improvements required to deliver the function.
The post holder will have a body of theoretical and practical knowledge.
Provide advice and support which demonstrates depth of knowledge, expertise and customer focus and be responsible for the provision of revenue monitoring, capital monitoring, budget setting (revenue and capital), MTFS setting, closure of accounts.
Responsibilities
To proactively lead the financial advice and support to the defined service area particularly with reference to revenue and capital monitoring including delivering savings, and the budget setting and closure of accounts processes.
To ensure that financial information is relevant and balanced and is received by decision-takers at the appropriate level.
To ensure that financial data analytics are used where appropriate to better inform budget monitoring and longer term financial planning.
To work with services to ensure the accuracy of information input to systems and proper responses to system outputs.
To regularly spend time in the designated service to become an integral part of the management team within the service area and to develop and maintain a detailed understanding of the service area being supported.
Ensure managers within the service areas supported receive the financial management training required to be effective in their roles and are aware of Financial Regulations (in particular the responsibilities of the Director and budget holders/managers) and requirements for obtaining the necessary approval prior to taking decisions.
Continually review, update and report on quantified financial risks and opportunities in the delivery unit or commissioning area supported, advising how the risks can be mitigated and the opportunities exploited.
To advise the Heads of Finance Business Partnering of any matters that should be referred to the Chief Financial Officer in their S151 role on funding, financial management and accounting requirements in respect of the portfolio of services which the postholder has responsibility for.
Working closely with the Heads of Finance Business Partnering to contribute towards the development of the Integra Financial Management System working with the designated service areas and the team responsible for the maintenance and development of Integra to drive improvements forward.
To lead, manage and motivate staff through excellent communication, professional guidance, support and development in accordance with the policies and procedures.
To be customer-focused and to develop self-service underpinned by reducing finance support.
To provide advice and support to Members, management board, directors and deputy directors on the full range of issues within the scope of the job. To ensure effective financial support to programmes and projects.
To undertake any other tasks, duties and responsibilities as directed and appropriate to the grade and role of the post.
Deputise for the Head of Finance Business Partnering as required.
Essential
Qualified CCAB Accountant or Equivalent Relevant Finance Qualification.
Participation in Continuing Professional Development.
Accounting and budgetary experience, sound knowledge of local government finance framework, accounting principles and standards, statutory requirements and relevant codes of practice.
Knowledge of the major issues facing local government, understanding of the national policy context, requirements and future direction for local authorities.
Good interpersonal and communication and presentation skills, with proven ability to communicate effectively to a wide range of audiences both horizontally and vertically, financial and non-financial, throughout the organization.
Sound knowledge of accounting principles and standards Experience of attending Member Committees and/or other corporate/board meetings.
Staff management experience with the ability to lead and develop a team.
Relevant service accounting experience.
Experience of delivery of change programmes.
Ability to work and deliver on projects in a pressurised environment as well as the flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances.
Ability to work effectively in a political environment and establish positive relationships with senior managers, staff, external partners and interest groups in a way that establishes confidence, credibility and trust.
Ability to fully utilise standard Microsoft Office products.
Desirable
Experience of financial appraisals, modelling techniques, development of business cases.
Location: Bexleyheath
Hours per week: 36 hours per week....Read more...
