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Education Contracts Manager

An established education services provider is seeking an experienced Contract Manager to take ownership of a portfolio of accounts delivering alternative education to children who need it most. This is a role for someone who understands education from the inside out and wants their commercial and account management skills to translate directly into better outcomes for vulnerable learners.The organisation works hand-in-hand with Local Authorities to provide inclusive, high-quality tuition, with a clear mission to close the inequality gap in education. As Contract Manager, you will sit at the centre of every account, keeping parents, tutors, schools and Local Authorities aligned and focused on each learner's success.This is a predominantly office based position in Hertfordshire, working within a small, fast-paced and mission-driven team.Reporting Line and HoursReports to: Contracts DirectorHours: Full time, 37.5 hours per weekLocation: Office-based, HertfordshireAbout the RoleThe Contract Manager oversees the full lifecycle of learner experiences while ensuring each contract remains profitable. You will act as the key liaison across all stakeholders, delivering a consistent, joined-up service that keeps everyone informed and working toward the same goal. Your work will shape real outcomes for children in alternative education by ensuring the right support reaches the right learner at the right time.Here's what you'll be doing:Owning and managing the P&L for assigned contracts to ensure profitability and long-term valueBuilding and maintaining strong relationships with Local Authorities, schools, parents and tutors, acting as the main point of contact for your accountsLeading planning, review, medical and safeguarding meetings with account contacts as requiredEnsuring monthly KPIs are consistently met and exceeded across all contractsSourcing, assessing and allocating the most suitable tutors for each contract, then supporting them with lesson planning, feedback and performance reviewsProducing monthly performance reports and comprehensive written reports for Local AuthoritiesMaintaining accurate records and ensuring all documentation is compliant with company and Local Authority requirementsPreparing mini-bids, independently or alongside Bid Writers, to win new business and grow the portfolioSupporting compliance with safeguarding, data protection and regulatory requirements at all timesHere are the skills you'll need:This role requires a genuine education background. You must understand how education works in practice, ideally within the UK schools, tuition, SEN or alternative provision landscape. Candidates without direct education sector experience will not be suitable for this position.Beyond that, you will bring:Proven experience in contract or account management, ideally within education or the public sectorA strong working understanding of how education is delivered, funded and coordinated, and the needs of vulnerable and alternative-provision learnersCommercial acumen with hands-on experience managing budgets, P&L and KPIsExcellent interpersonal, stakeholder management and communication skillsStrong organisational and multitasking ability, with sharp attention to detailThe ability to write professional reports and bid proposalsExcellent IT skillsDesirable: direct experience working with Local Authorities or education-based services, knowledge of safeguarding procedures and education regulations, and previous experience managing or supporting tutors and educators.Work PermissionsYou must have the right to work in the United Kingdom. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.SafeguardingThis organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and declare any relevant convictions, cautions, reprimands or final warnings in line with current guidance. A criminal record will not necessarily bar candidates from employment; any decision will depend on the nature of the role and the circumstances of the offence.Key perks and benefits:Salary of £32,000 plus bonus32 days holiday including bank holidays, rising annually to a cap of 35 daysCompany pension schemeFree local gym membership after three monthsThe chance to do commercially meaningful work that genuinely improves children's livesWhy This Career MattersAlternative and inclusive education is one of the most vital and fast-growing areas of the sector, with Local Authorities increasingly reliant on trusted specialist providers to support learners who fall outside mainstream settings. A Contract Manager who combines commercial discipline with a real understanding of education is exceptionally well placed for long-term career growth, whether progressing into senior contract leadership, operations or business development. This is a career where every account you manage translates into tangible impact for children who need it most.This organisation is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion, and to building a workforce where every individual can thrive.Brought to you by The Opportunity Hub UK, connecting talented professionals with roles that make a genuine difference. ....Read more...

HR Apprentice - University of Oxford - Nuffield Department of Clinical Neurosciences

You will be passionate about starting your career in Human Resources and excited about the opportunity of becoming an apprentice at the University of Oxford. You may be starting your career or you may be looking for a career change. You will be provided with the opportunity to develop full knowledge of the HR lifecycle, from planning recruitment and on-boarding new staff, to the end of fixed-term contracts and retirement planning. You will work to support the HR team with induction and payroll, reward and recognition, employee relations, and engagement. You will regularly interact with all members of the department and will learn to provide advice on university procedures and policies covering a range of issues such as employee welfare, maternity/paternity and absence management. You will provide a professional, high-quality customer-focused service.  Responsibilities: The HR Apprentice will be fully trained to provide essential support to the NDCN HR team Act as first point of contact for enquiries from employees, line managers and the general public by telephone, email and face to face, answering straightforward questions or redirecting as appropriate Learn how to manage the HR inbox where required, dealing with appropriate queries or directing emails to the relevant HR contact. Learn how to use the University’s HR system, PeopleXD, to enter confidential, personal data, and assist with data entry into internal databases and spreadsheets Accurately maintain all confidential electronic and paper-based personnel files With support, prepare a wide range of written communications including; contracts, letters and wider communications. This could include drafting and updating information on the HR pages of the website, and helping to prepare training material. Edit job advertisements and job descriptions to ensure that they comply with University guidance and best practice Learn about recruitment processes, assisting with the administration of recruitment exercises which will include; placing advertisements, generating letters to applicants and preparing short listing packs Assist with maintaining personnel files, ensuring accurate records are kept, that they are complete and up-to-date, and support our project to move our physical files to electronic Develop skills and understanding that contribute to the development and continuous improvement of HR activities Assist in preparing HR metrics and various reports for the termly Committees and monthly meetings Assist with the delivery of projects across the HR team; working with different team members on a varied array of projects, liaising with colleagues across the department to gather information and support successful delivery Book meeting rooms and make administrative arrangements in support of HR team activities Learn how to manage the recording and tracking of sickness absence and annual leave using PeopleXD or similar HR system. Act as first point of contact for associated queries Gather information for visa applications where necessary Assist with the compilation of data for HESA returns, HR Data returns and run ad hoc reports from the HR database when required Learn how to monitor end of probationary periods and visa expiry dates and highlight any issues to the Senior HR Advisor To develop and maintain the NDCN academic visitor database Run monthly Staff in post and other PeopleXD Reports. Manage HR data quality Undertake other duties in the department from time to time as determined commensurate with the grade and responsibilities of this post, and any other reasonable request Training:Duration:  13 months practical training period, plus 6 months for End Point Assessment  Delivery model:  Work-based training with your employer Day release during term time (approximately 1 day a week for 1 year) Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (7 days at college for each, if required) Off the job training will count for at least 6 hours a week of an apprentice’s time at work   Qualifications included:  CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice Level 3 HR Support Apprenticeship End Point Assessment:  Consultative project Professional discussion Training Outcome: Over 80% of our apprentices continue with us in the role they have been trained for after their apprenticeship and that is just the start of their career Employer Description:We are the largest employer in Oxfordshire with around 17,000 staff working in and around Oxford in a huge range of roles. Our apprentices are never on their own and will benefit from a supportive environment working in collaboration with the rest of our committed team. You will also be supported by the central apprenticeship team and you will join our growing network of apprentices within the university. You will have the opportunity to become an apprenticeship ambassador for the University and region. We will provide you with a welcoming and inclusive workplace, offering support and development opportunities that will enable you to progress and do your best work. We recognise diversity as our strength, vital for innovation and creativity, and we aspire to build a truly diverse community, which values and respects every individual’s unique contribution.Working Hours :Monday- Friday, office hours. Hybrid working may be available after an initial period and in consultation with your line manager.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Initiative,MS Excel, Outlook and Word,Discretion / confidentiality,Able to manage workload,Accuracy,Proactive,Willingness,Interest in HR career ....Read more...