Joining us as an Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP), you’ll be an integral part of our team, leading on complex decision-making processes regarding the legal and ethical aspects of detention under the Mental Health Act. You'll thrive in a supportive team environment where sharing experiences and learning from each other is encouraged. Here’s what one of our team members has to say: “I’ve been with Hampshire AMHP service for the past 7 years. I appreciate how responsive, supportive, and flexible our AMHP leads are. Apart from amazing working relationships within the team, we have also established great working relationships with our Trust colleagues, and we support each other in achieving better outcomes for people in Hampshire who find themselves in crisis.” What you’ll do: • Coordinating the entire assessment process under the Mental Health Act, from referral to completion, including providing follow-up support. • Ensuring safe hospital admissions or alternative care arrangements, with a focus on minimising risk to the individual, others and yourself. • Collaborating in a multi-disciplinary manner, effectively negotiating with individuals, their families, carers and other professionals to achieve positive outcomes. • Mentoring AMHP trainees and providing advice to colleagues on the legal aspects of AMHP work. What we’re looking for: • Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) qualification. • Qualified Social Worker, Mental Health or Learning Disabilities Nurse, Occupational Therapist, or Practitioner Psychologist, registered with the relevant professional body. • Sound knowledge of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice. • Excellent communication and relationship management skills. • Commitment to empathetic, person-centred practice and dedication to upholding the rights of the individuals you assess. • Flexibility to work shift patterns, as we provide a 24-hour service. Why join us? • Professional development: Continuous learning and supportive supervision. • Work-life balance: Enjoy a fulfilling career with a good balance between work and home life. • Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. • Enhancements: Our AMHPs are paid a market supplement of up to £5,000 per annum dependent on experience, as well as a 14% alternating shift allowance, and Senior Social Workers are eligible for a further £3,000 market supplement upon completion of their Excellent Practice Validation portfolio. • Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details. Other job titles you may be searching for: Social Worker, Community Psychiatric Nurse, Occupational Therapist, OT, AMHP, Mental Health Nurse, Senior Social Worker, Social Work Practitioner.. Location : Countywide (Hampshire)

Job summary Are you passionate about enhancing fire safety culture in healthcare? Join our team at [Insert Trust Name] as a Fire Safety Training Manager, where you'll lead critical training initiatives across acute and community services--ensuring our staff are confident, compliant, and capable in all fire safety matters. About You: Substantial experience in fire safety management within a healthcare or NHS environment. A strong understanding of regulatory frameworks and fire safety legislation relevant to healthcare. A proven ability to design, implement, and evaluate effective training strategies. Confident communicator with a proactive and collaborative approach to risk mitigation and education. Why Join Us?You'll be part of a forward-thinking fire safety team committed to creating a safer healthcare environment for all. We offer continuous professional development opportunities and the chance to directly influence life-saving standards across the Trust. Main duties of the job Lead and manage fire safety training Trust-wide, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements across all sites. Develop long-term fire safety training strategies aligned with the HTM 05-03 Part A. Conduct regular fire safety training audits in accordance with the Building Safety Act 2022 and the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 PLUS 05-03 Part A. Integrate training needs assessments within the fire risk assessment process, maintaining adequate staffing of suitably trained individuals across departments. Collaborate closely with the Fire Safety Manager on delivery of training programmes covering fire-fighting techniques, evacuation protocols, and use of fire safety equipment. Champion innovation in fire safety education, continuously reviewing and enhancing our approach--especially within high-risk areas. About us At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care. Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career. Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities. We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview. Details Date posted 01 July 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £54,320 to £60,981 a year pa inclusive Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 290-CR-897 Job locations Trustwide London W2 1NY Job description Job responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert. Job description Job responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert. Person Specification Education/ Qualifications Essential Experience gained within fire safety training management. Educated to degree level or equivalent knowledge, skills and experience. The ability to understand, characteristics of fire and the science of fire safety training. Practices, guidance, and legislation concerning fire safety in relation to health care premises. Technical aspects of firefighting equipment, including Fire Alarm detection systems and structural fire precautions. Registered with a recognised fire professional body i.e. Member of the Institute of Fire Prevention Officers or Member of the Institute of Fire Safety Managers Evidence of continuing development Desirable Qualified/experienced Training instructor. Other relevant training delivery e.g. college courses, evening classes Experience Essential Experience gained undertaking in a large complex multi-site NHS organisation Experience of working in teams and on own initiative with limited support, with an understanding of when to seek support Experience of working in accordance with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 & HTM 05 series of guides Experience of working with external bodies such as Fire and Rescue Services. Demonstrable experience in problem solving in order to assist in developing robust evacuation plans and fire training strategies within the workplace, with significant experience gained in the process to ensure legal compliance in accordance with the various Acts of Parliament and Local by-laws required under health & safety an appreciation of the intricate language of legal documents etc. Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities Essential In-depth knowledge, of the regulatory reform order, Firecode and HTM 05.01, managing healthcare fire safety 05.02 guidance and support of functional provision in healthcare premises. Undertaken fire safety training course. Ability to continually monitor and improve fire safety training Experience of development of fire safety training programmes and procedures. Trained and experienced in staff training. Desirable Understanding of clinical and operational requirements of Trust departments in order to plan and manage suitable fire safety training arrangements Person Specification Education/ Qualifications Essential Experience gained within fire safety training management. Educated to degree level or equivalent knowledge, skills and experience. The ability to understand, characteristics of fire and the science of fire safety training. Practices, guidance, and legislation concerning fire safety in relation to health care premises. Technical aspects of firefighting equipment, including Fire Alarm detection systems and structural fire precautions. Registered with a recognised fire professional body i.e. Member of the Institute of Fire Prevention Officers or Member of the Institute of Fire Safety Managers Evidence of continuing development Desirable Qualified/experienced Training instructor. Other relevant training delivery e.g. college courses, evening classes Experience Essential Experience gained undertaking in a large complex multi-site NHS organisation Experience of working in teams and on own initiative with limited support, with an understanding of when to seek support Experience of working in accordance with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 & HTM 05 series of guides Experience of working with external bodies such as Fire and Rescue Services. Demonstrable experience in problem solving in order to assist in developing robust evacuation plans and fire training strategies within the workplace, with significant experience gained in the process to ensure legal compliance in accordance with the various Acts of Parliament and Local by-laws required under health & safety an appreciation of the intricate language of legal documents etc. Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities Essential In-depth knowledge, of the regulatory reform order, Firecode and HTM 05.01, managing healthcare fire safety 05.02 guidance and support of functional provision in healthcare premises. Undertaken fire safety training course. Ability to continually monitor and improve fire safety training Experience of development of fire safety training programmes and procedures. Trained and experienced in staff training. Desirable Understanding of clinical and operational requirements of Trust departments in order to plan and manage suitable fire safety training arrangements Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) . Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) . Employer details Employer name Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust Address Trustwide London W2 1NY Employer's website https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust Address Trustwide London W2 1NY Employer's website https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : Trustwide, W2 1NY London, United Kingdom

Swimming Instructor L1 Job description We are looking to recruit motivated Swim Teachers to work at East Riding Leisure Bridlington on a casual, as and when required basis. We are keen to employ individuals who enjoy working with others and have excellent customer service skills. The ideal candidates will be required to : Deliver fun, engaging and structured lessons. Be familiar with STA ILSP. Help us maintain our high-quality children and adult lessons. Have excellent time management skills and customer relations. Be a role model and create an enthusiastic fun environment. Job title Swimming Instructor L1 Job Reference/Advert Number ERYC005821 Application closing date 31/03/2026 Location Culture and Customer Services Salary Blank Package Blank Contractual hours Blank Basis Blank Job category/type Leisure and health Attachments Blank Job description We are looking to recruit motivated Swim Teachers to work at East Riding Leisure Bridlington on a casual, as and when required basis. We are keen to employ individuals who enjoy working with others and have excellent customer service skills. The ideal candidates will be required to : Deliver fun, engaging and structured lessons. Be familiar with STA ILSP. Help us maintain our high-quality children and adult lessons. Have excellent time management skills and customer relations. Be a role model and create an enthusiastic fun environment. East Riding of Yorkshire Council. Location : Bridlington, East Riding of Yorkshire, United Kingdom

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Bank Registered Nurse at a Barchester care home, you'll look after the physical, psychological and social needs of our residents to help us deliver the quality care they deserve. We'll look to you to create a safe and supportive environment for residents with range of physical and mental needs, whilst also relying on your professional judgement to make critical clinical decisions. You can expect a wide range of responsibilities, from developing tailored care plans to providing medicine safely and delivering excellence across everything you do. As a Registered Nurse (RGN), you'll have the freedom and autonomy to do things the right way and be truly valued and respected for what you do. ABOUT YOU You'll need to have current NMC registration and a good knowledge of the most up-to-date clinical practices to join us as a Registered Nurse (RGN). Experience of producing well-developed care plans and detailed risk assessments is important too, as is an understanding of regulatory frameworks, including DoLs/MCA and Royal Pharmaceutical guidelines. Dedicated and compassionate, you'll pride yourself on your person-centred, thoughtful approach to nursing. REWARDS PACKAGE As well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, we take the growth of everyone who works for us seriously. As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it, such as for annual leave or sick leave, the hours and days you work will vary. If you'd like to use your clinical and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding and empowering place to be.. Location : Stoke-On-Trent (ST6), ST6 5QS

No CV to hand? No problem! We've made our application process mobile friendly and removed the need for a CV. Our form takes 2 minutes to complete and tells us all we need about you! With your support as a Food Production Operative at Toby Carvery - Chapel Allerton, everything will run smoothly! You’ll make sure the kitchen is stocked up, clean, tidy and ready for the shift ahead. Does this sound like the Kitchen Assistant job for you? Join us at Toby Carvery, they don’t call us the ‘home of the roast’ for nothing! Our Toby Carvery family make every visit personal; we love having fun and we truly care about making great memories for our guests. If you love Yorkies as much as we do, we want to hear from you. WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME? Flexible shifts - to fit around the other important things in life. A massive 33% discount across all our brands. Whether its date night at Miller & Carter, a family roast at Toby Carvery or socialising with friends in the city at All Bar One, we’ve got you covered. 20% discount across all off our brands for up to 5 friends and family. Wagestream – a financial toolkit that helps you manage your finances and allows you to access your earned pay when you need it. Discounts on gym memberships. Team Socials – work hard, play hard! On top of this, as part of Mitchells & Butlers you will receive a pension; 28 days paid holiday; high-street shopping discounts; and we even give you free shares! There's also a free employee helpline- to support you with whatever life throws at you. WHAT WILL I BE DOING? AS A FOOD PRODUCTION OPERATIVE YOU’LL… Support the Chefs by setting up the kitchen ready for the day. Help keep the kitchen clean during a busy shift. Work as part of a team. Haven't got a CV to hand? Don't worry you don't need a CV to apply .. Location : Leeds, , LS7 3PT

Place Cleaning Operative City Chambers Salary: £24,346 - £24,646 (pro rata for part time) Hours: 14 per week, 52 weeks Monday to Thursday 5pm - 8pm, Friday 4pm - 6pm As a cleaner with the City of Edinburgh Council, you'll be a key member of our Facilities Management team. You'll deliver a vital cleaning service across our estate to ensure our properties are safe and clean places to work or learn in. Enjoy secure and flexible employment with above-market rates and excellent conditions, whilst being able to balance family, caring or studying commitments. * Trusted employer * Security offered by permanent positions * Flexible hours to suit (morning, evening or daytime) from 10 to 36 hours * Sessional hours (school term only) available on some posts * Paid annual leave (where applicable) * Excellent pension scheme * Opportunities to progress to supervisory level * Employee benefits and colleague discount scheme * Community connection - looking after your community's essential buildings used by your family, friends and neighbours. As part of our team, you will be valued and respected with a key focus on training and development. MAJOR TASKS/JOB ACTIVITIES * To empty litter and recycling bins. * The cleaning of all surfaces, internal glass, floors, furniture, fixtures and fittings within a group of buildings. * The cleaning of all sanitary areas, toilets and showers and the replenishment of washroom consumables. * Emergency and re-active cleaning as required, e.g. removal of graffiti, body fluid spillages, accidental spillages. * The care and cleanliness of all equipment used in carrying out the above duties. * Other tasks as may reasonably be required that relate to the role, including supporting cleaning tasks across other buildings where required. * The post holder will be required to deliver to the cleaning specification requirements and to cooperate with performance measurement so that the overall agreed standards are met. *Facilities Management has overall responsibility for keyholding to enable opening and closing of buildings that we service. As part of the duties of a Cleaning Operative and in this particular role, you will be required to be a key holder to fulfil these tasks. This typically would include operation of security alarm systems when opening a building, closing accessible windows and doors, switching off lights and ensuring that premises are left safe and secure when closing. This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory. We're committed to creating a workplace culture where all our people feel valued, included and able to be their best at work, and we recognise the benefits that a diverse workforce with different values, beliefs, experience, and backgrounds brings to us as an organisation. As part of our goal to improve our organisational culture and create a great place to work together for the people of Edinburgh, we want to make sure that we're bringing the best people into our roles, not just in their skills and experience but also in their approach to work. To help achieve this, we're changing the way we interview and assess candidates by moving from a competency-based interview approach to a behavioural and technical (skills for the job) based approach. This new way of interviewing will allow us to assess how you think and how you would bring Our Behaviours of Respect, Integrity and Flexibility into your ways of working. You can find out more on Our Behaviours web page https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/work-us/behaviours" target="_blank">Our Behaviours - The City of Edinburgh Council Our salary range typically reflects the initial starting salary and annually increases until it reaches the top of the range. Happy to talk flexible working. Follow us on Twitter at @edincounciljobs View https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/downloads/file/36823/cleaning-operative-ce…; target="_blank">Cleaning Operative job description View https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/downloads/file/36683/sessional-working-inf…; target="_blank">Sessional Working information https://counter.adcourier.com/UG9wcHkuQW5kZXJzb24uODA5NzEuMTM1MzJAY2l0e…;. Location : Edinburgh, EH1 1YJ

Social Worker South East Mental Health & Substance Use Salary: £37,626 - £44,257 Hours: 36 per week, 52 weeks An exciting opportunity has arisen to work within the Adult Mental Health and Substance Use team based in the South East of the city, whose main aim is to support and achieve positive outcomes with individuals and their families who experience issues and barriers to living healthy lives in relation to substance use and/ or mental health. Working in partnership with a variety of agencies both internal and external and undertaking a wide range of tasks, both statutory and non-statutory, the people we work with are placed firmly at the centre of everything we do. We adopt a trauma-informed approach in addition to understanding how import it is to quickly form strong working relationships with others, and recognising how these relationships can impact and affect outcomes. We welcome applications from both experienced or newly qualified social workers, and especially those who are passionate about working with people experiencing mental health or addiction issues, while acknowledging - and who are willing to appropriately challenge - the stigma and discrimination often faced by these client groups. If you are interested in joining a passionate and supportive team or would like to have a general discussion about the role, please contact Senior Social Worker Jim Barclay at mailto:jim.barclay@edinburgh.gov.uk" target="_blank">jim.barclay@edinburgh.gov.uk Edinburgh is an exciting city and excellent opportunities exist to join us and contribute towards helping all our citizens flourish. Edinburgh Health & Social Care Partnership is on a journey to transform the way in which Social Work delivers support and services to ensure that we support adults with multiple and complex needs, and increasing levels of frailty, to live as independently as possible. We work effectively with our health colleagues and a broad range of partners to ensure that the most vulnerable within our city get the right service in the right place at the right time. We have a key priority to shift the balance of care and promote effective early intervention and preventative supports. We are looking for qualified Social Workers, who are committed to making a real difference to people's lives, who are energetic, imaginative, creative, and resilient. Ideally, we are seeking experienced social workers who can join our team as council officers. Trauma informed, relationships and strengths based social work is at the heart of our practice. Adhering to the Social Care (Self-directed Support) (Scotland) Act 2013 to provide a range of choices to people for how they are provided with the support they need. You will undertake a range of statutory tasks including assessments and support planning, risk assessment and risk management and Carers' assessments. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team and will support adults, their families, and carers, to balance the complex areas of risk and need with choice and rights. You will also be able to provide advice, support, guidance and, if necessary, interventions, should an adult be at risk of harm and in need of protection under the Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007 or Adults with Incapacity (Scotland) Act 2000. You will work in a supportive, well-established teams and have regular supervision and training. This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory. We're committed to creating a workplace culture where all our people feel valued, included and able to be their best at work, and we recognise the benefits that a diverse workforce with different values, beliefs, experience, and backgrounds brings to us as an organisation. As part of our goal to improve our organisational culture and create a great place to work together for the people of Edinburgh, we want to make sure that we're bringing the best people into our roles, not just in their skills and experience but also in their approach to work. To help achieve this, we're changing the way we interview and assess candidates by moving from a competency-based interview approach to a behavioural and technical (skills for the job) based approach. This new way of interviewing will allow us to assess how you think and how you would bring Our Behaviours of Respect, Integrity and Flexibility into your ways of working. You can find out more on Our Behaviours web page https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/work-us/behaviours" target="_blank">Our Behaviours - The City of Edinburgh Council Our salary range typically reflects the initial starting salary and annually increases until it reaches the top of the range. Happy to talk flexible working. Follow us on X at @edincounciljobs View https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/downloads/file/37429/social-worker-jd" target="_blank">Social Worker job description https://counter.adcourier.com/SmFjb2IuSG9iYmlzLjM5MjA2LjEzNTMyQGNpdHlvZ…;. Location : Edinburgh, EH17 8QF

Are you a people person who thrives on bringing teams together and finds satisfaction in orchestrating multiple moving parts? Do you have a passion for delivering an efficient and integral service? If so, we have an incredibly rewarding opportunity for you. MoJ Group Security is looking to expand our National Security Vetting team by recruiting x2 Vetting Team Advisors to support the offboarding of National Security Vetting (NSV) service from Protective Security Centre (PSC/Home Office) and returning it back ‘in house’ to the MoJ. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in establishing a new National Security Vetting (NSV) team within the Ministry of Justice (MoJ). You will support the Senior NSV Manager in designing and implementing a robust vetting service for the MoJ and its agencies. Your responsibilities will include developing processes, workflows, guidance documents, and policies; engaging with stakeholders; and delivering training across all aspects of the NSV process. You will also support the recruitment, onboarding, and training of Executive Officers (EOs) and Administrative Officers (AOs), ensuring the team is fully prepared for the service launch in March 2026. Once we have off-boarded from PSC you will be leading a team to provide a quality NSV service to the whole of MoJ. Ensuring efficient, customer focused delivery which minimises risks and supports people within NSV roles. This is an ‘admin heavy’ role with two prominent workstreams. You will be responsible for running and maintaining one of two work streams Vetting Operations or Vetting Aftercare: Vetting Operations is responsible for the end-to-end process of NSV applications from sponsoring and issuing links, transferring clearances in and out of the MoJ and granting clearances for all cases in line with the MoJ’s risk appetite and tolerance. Aftercare is the term used for the ongoing management of effective personnel security. Its purpose is to investigate, monitor, risk assess and risk manage anything of security concern. Both work steams will include interviewing applicants on sensitive subjects such as financial/medical and lifestyle. The successful candidate will be matched to roles based on their experience and skill set to which you are most suitable too, however you will be expected to be cross-skilled in all NSV workstreams and understand all areas of the business.. Location : North East

About Us Together, we’re the moment makers and we’re focussed on making every day the best it can be for our residents. Whatever you do here, you’ll look around and say, “I make a difference”. Because we’re all creating lasting change to people’s lives in Oxfordshire. Teaching Assistants and Communication Support Workers (TA/CSWs) are an essential part of the educational teams in the SEN Support Services (SENSS) in Oxfordshire working with children and young people who are deaf in Oxfordshire educational settings. TA/CSWs work in the Deaf and Hearing Support Resource Bases at New Marston Primary School and The Cherwell School (secondary). Teams help give children and young people access to mainstream education in these settings; it is an important role! Together, we’re shaping children’s education for the future. Every day, our colleagues are helping to transform the lives of the residents of Oxfordshire by providing children and young people with the best possible education. *the terms deaf/deafness refer to all levels and types of hearing loss About the Role We are seeking Teaching Assistants or Communication Support Workers with a calm, encouraging and positive manner to work with deaf children in the primary and secondary Deaf and Hearing Resource Bases in Oxford city. The role is varied and there are opportunities to support students with a variety of learning needs. There are good public transport links to City of Oxford College and parking may also be available. The roles are permanent and term time only (39 weeks per year). In the school Deaf and Hearing Support Resource Bases, the maximum working time for a teaching assistant/CSW is 30 hours. Everyday you’ll be challenged in a new way, supported by your team, in an organisation that is free thinking, flexible, and helps people achieve their ambitions. We’re not afraid to do things differently and our dynamic culture means this is a place where new ideas are embraced, and innovation thrives. We believe that together, our differences make us stronger, and that diversity is the foundation for innovation. Here, you can create a unique career for yourself – while raising the bar for the future of Education. Are you in? About you You’re free-thinking and brave, and that sets you apart. You’ll be supportive and energised; you don’t accept the norm if it can be done better - finding answers through exploration and courage. Just as importantly, you will embody our values in everything you do: Always learning: You have a good level of basic education (e.g. Grade 4 or above in GCSE Maths and English or equivalent) or equivalent professional experience. Ideally,you will have experience of working with children and young people who are deaf.At this time, we are particularly looking for support workers who have knowledge and skills in British Sign Language (BSL), ideally at Level 3 or above (or comparable fluency), and are able to use these to support deaf children and young people.We would also be interested in people who have BSL Level 2 and are interested in developing their skills to at least Level 3. Be Kind and Care: You will have the ability to communicate sensitively and appropriately with children, young people, families, and colleagues. You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be resilient, creative, adaptable, empathetic and compassionate. Equality and integrity in all you do: Working closely with specialist Teachers of Deaf Children and Young People (ToDs), mainstream staff and other professionals to improve outcomes, your aim will be to enable access to the curriculum and to facilitate full inclusion for the children and young people you work with. Taking responsibility: You work positively as part of a team but also feel confident to work independently and take initiative when needed Daring to do it differently: You bring experience and creative ideas that will contribute to the work of our teams and make a difference for children and young people. Fundamentally, you’ll be passionate about delivering stand-out public services, because we’re here to make every moment the best it can be for the residents of Oxfordshire. A passion for working with children and young people to make a difference and improve their access to learning is essential. Rewards and benefits Term time only contract Employee Assistance Programme including access to health and wellbeing support Membership of the Local Government contributory pension scheme, with an employer’s contribution of up to 19.9% Enhanced family friendly policies Local and national discounts for shopping and travel Great learning and development opportunities to support your ongoing development. Does this sound like you? Curious to learn more? Contact our friendly team for a confidential and informative chat! For an informal discussion about the roles, please contact Tonia Harris, Specialist Manager for SENSS on tonia.harris@oxfordshire.gov.uk or on 07584 909522 By arrangement, you are also most welcome visit the bases, meet our friendly and caring teams, and find out more about what we do. Ourcommitment to: Equality, Diversity and Inclusion At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce.Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all. Our commitment to: Guaranteed Interview Schemes As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job.We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships.We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service. Our commitment to: Safeguarding Oxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments. Our commitment to: Flexible Working We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, full time and part time working, job sharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service. Follow us on Social Media Stay up-to-date with the latest news and featured jobs from Oxfordshire County Council by following us onLinkedIn,Facebook,TwitterandInstagram. If you encounter any technical issues with the application system, please contact us at: careers@oxfordshire.gov.uk. Location : Oxford, OX3 0AY

Job summary The Activities Co-ordinator role at Thornford Park involves creating an activity-based culture to support the recovery and rehabilitation of service users with mental illness, complex care needs, and personality disorders. The role requires coordinating social and recreational activities, gathering user interests, monitoring progress, and ensuring a safe and secure environment. Main duties of the job As an Activities Co-ordinator, you will be responsible for coordinating social and recreational activities for service users within the secure environment, obtaining information about their interests, observing and reporting on their behavior and progress, and ensuring adherence to health, safety, and security standards. You will work alongside a multidisciplinary team to develop links with community resources and support service users' engagement in local activities. About us Elysium Healthcare is an established, stable, and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education. As part of Ramsay Health Care, a global network with over 86,000 employees, Elysium Healthcare offers opportunities for growth and development. Details Date posted 01 July 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £25,500 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 1336254623 Job locations Elysium Healthcare Thatcham RG19 8ET Job description Job responsibilities Being an Activities Coordinator is so much more than just organising programmes. It's providing care and support to some of the most vulnerable people in society. Working 37.5 hours a week, you will join the team at Thornford Park where you will create an activity-based culture, which will see you use technical and creative skills to assist in developing, delivering and coordinating programmes focused on social, recreational and leisure activities. You will be responsible for creating 1-1 and group rapports with service users to help evolve and shape the activities to increase engagement. As you plan and implement activities around their interests, this should also have a strong emphasis on their individual needs to support the treatment plans. Working alongside the multidisciplinary team, you will develop links with community-based resources to support service users to engage in local activities. At Elysium, we want the best for you. That’s why you will have continuous access to a range of training courses to enable you to reach your career goals. After all, a better you means better care. That’s what delivering great healthcare should feel like. As an Activities Co-Ordinator you will be: Co-ordinating social and recreational activities for service users within the secure environment who are unable to freely access public services. Obtaining information from service users regarding their social and recreational interests. Observing general behaviour, ability, and response of service users and report back regularly using verbal and written communications to appropriate team members. Under supervision documenting observations and progress in the service user's clinical notes. Fulfilling the security requirements of the service and adhere to service policies, guidelines, and procedures. Basic risk assessment on a day to day basis to individuals and groups of service users Ensuring that health and safety, welfare and security standards for service users, staff and their visitors are adhered to. Effective skills of co-ordination and use of resources. To be successful in this role, you'll need: Basic group work skills Minimum of 12 months experience within a mental health setting (Desirable) Ability to communicate effectively and work within a team-based framework. Initiative and motivation. Awareness of Mental Health and its impact on functioning. Solution-focused approach to problem-solving. Good organisational skills. Awareness of gender-specific needs. Awareness of the cultural needs of service users. Full UK Drivers License Where you will be working: Location: Thornford Park, Crookham Hill, Thatcham, Berkshire, RG19 8ET You will be working at Thornford Park, a 141 bedded independent hospital which supports service users that require medium and low secure Forensic Mental Health Services. In addition to these services there is also a PICU Mental Health Service. The service provides a seamless internal care pathway supporting and empowering people in their recovery and rehabilitation. Working alongside the multidisciplinary team, you will provide personalised assessment and treatment programmes for males with mental illness/complex care needs as well as those with personality disorder, and females and males in a PICU service. What you will get: Annual salary of £25,500 The equivalent of 33 days annual leave – (inc Bank Holidays) plus your birthday off! Free meals and parking Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance. Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals. Pension contribution to secure your future. Life Assurance for added peace of mind. Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time. There is also a range of other benefits including retail discounts, special offers and much more. About your next employer: You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure. Job description Job responsibilities Being an Activities Coordinator is so much more than just organising programmes. It's providing care and support to some of the most vulnerable people in society. Working 37.5 hours a week, you will join the team at Thornford Park where you will create an activity-based culture, which will see you use technical and creative skills to assist in developing, delivering and coordinating programmes focused on social, recreational and leisure activities. You will be responsible for creating 1-1 and group rapports with service users to help evolve and shape the activities to increase engagement. As you plan and implement activities around their interests, this should also have a strong emphasis on their individual needs to support the treatment plans. Working alongside the multidisciplinary team, you will develop links with community-based resources to support service users to engage in local activities. At Elysium, we want the best for you. That’s why you will have continuous access to a range of training courses to enable you to reach your career goals. After all, a better you means better care. That’s what delivering great healthcare should feel like. As an Activities Co-Ordinator you will be: Co-ordinating social and recreational activities for service users within the secure environment who are unable to freely access public services. Obtaining information from service users regarding their social and recreational interests. Observing general behaviour, ability, and response of service users and report back regularly using verbal and written communications to appropriate team members. Under supervision documenting observations and progress in the service user's clinical notes. Fulfilling the security requirements of the service and adhere to service policies, guidelines, and procedures. Basic risk assessment on a day to day basis to individuals and groups of service users Ensuring that health and safety, welfare and security standards for service users, staff and their visitors are adhered to. Effective skills of co-ordination and use of resources. To be successful in this role, you'll need: Basic group work skills Minimum of 12 months experience within a mental health setting (Desirable) Ability to communicate effectively and work within a team-based framework. Initiative and motivation. Awareness of Mental Health and its impact on functioning. Solution-focused approach to problem-solving. Good organisational skills. Awareness of gender-specific needs. Awareness of the cultural needs of service users. Full UK Drivers License Where you will be working: Location: Thornford Park, Crookham Hill, Thatcham, Berkshire, RG19 8ET You will be working at Thornford Park, a 141 bedded independent hospital which supports service users that require medium and low secure Forensic Mental Health Services. In addition to these services there is also a PICU Mental Health Service. The service provides a seamless internal care pathway supporting and empowering people in their recovery and rehabilitation. Working alongside the multidisciplinary team, you will provide personalised assessment and treatment programmes for males with mental illness/complex care needs as well as those with personality disorder, and females and males in a PICU service. What you will get: Annual salary of £25,500 The equivalent of 33 days annual leave – (inc Bank Holidays) plus your birthday off! Free meals and parking Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance. Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals. Pension contribution to secure your future. Life Assurance for added peace of mind. Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time. There is also a range of other benefits including retail discounts, special offers and much more. About your next employer: You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure. Person Specification Qualifications Essential While no specific qualifications are required, the role prefers candidates with a minimum of 12 months' experience in a mental health setting, basic group work skills, effective communication and teamwork abilities, initiative, and an awareness of mental health and its impact on functioning. Person Specification Qualifications Essential While no specific qualifications are required, the role prefers candidates with a minimum of 12 months' experience in a mental health setting, basic group work skills, effective communication and teamwork abilities, initiative, and an awareness of mental health and its impact on functioning. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name Elysium Healthcare Address Elysium Healthcare Thatcham RG19 8ET Employer's website https://www.elysiumhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Elysium Healthcare Address Elysium Healthcare Thatcham RG19 8ET Employer's website https://www.elysiumhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : Elysium Healthcare, RG19 8ET Thatcham, United Kingdom