Pearson - London

PermanentFull time

External Examiner (EE) BTEC Higher Nationals Early Childhood Education and Care (2019) Purpose of this Role Affirm national standards have been achieved and upheld Monitor through external examiner sampling and visit activities, centres' compliance with Pearson quality assurance expectations for RQF BTEC Higher National programmes Support centres during the sampling process Support centres in the delivery of BTEC Higher National programmes to national standards. Key Accountabilities Covering a defined range of programmes within a sector, the External Examiner (EE) will: Undertake sampling of assessed student work within defined parameters and rules to establish that centres are assessing learning outcomes in accordance with Pearson standards for its Higher National qualifications Provide sampling-related support and development to centres Produce reports for centres and Pearson on the sampling undertaken, outcomes reached, and support provided Apply appropriate sanctions in consultation with the team leader where it is deemed assessment outcomes are not consistent with the published national standards being met Produce targeted actions for centres to assist with remedial actions where national standards are not being upheld Support centres to understand and implement identified actions Facilitate the Senior External Examiner (SEE) in sourcing materials for training and standardisation Report back to Pearson and centres following EE activity within agreed service-level agreements Undertake any other duties appropriate to the work of Technical and Professional Assessment in relation to this role Previous Experience: Essential: Significant experience in delivering and assessing BTEC Higher National qualifications in the subject area Hold a qualification at least at Level 6 and a full and relevant competence qualification for working in the sector Participation annually in online training and standardisation and successful completion of the set standardisation activity Desirable: Evidence of recent Continuous Professional Development (CPD) in the sector A willingness to use technology-based approaches to communication and centre support Skills and Knowledge Essential: Excellent communication, written, verbal, IT and interpersonal skills Good working knowledge of the specifications that comprise the area of expertise for the role A customer-focused approach The need to meet deadlines Develop and monitor clear action plans Ability to work effectively as part of a team Desirable: Word processing and intermediate Excel skills About Pearson We value the power of inclusive culture and embed diversity and inclusion in everything we do. Pearson promotes a company culture where differences are embraced as strengths, opportunities are equal and accessible, consideration and respect are the norm. Through our talent, we believe that diversity and inclusion make us a more innovative and vibrant company. People are at the centre of our company. We are committed to a sustainable environment and workplace ecosystem where talent can learn, grow, and thrive. Welcome to Pearson, the world's leading learning company. We provide content, assessment and digital services to learners, educational institutions, employers, governments and other partners globally. We are the UK's largest awarding body and offer qualifications that are globally recognised and benchmarked, with educational excellence rooted in a range of General and Vocational courses.

Ideal for All - Abbots Bromley

£14.16 to £14.16 an hour

HybridContractPart time

Job Title: PA/Support Worker- JI/RR/05/26 (must be female due to personal care needs) Job Ref: JI/RR/05/26 Reporting to: The Employer Location: Abbots Bromley Rate of Pay: £14.16 - £14.61 per hour Nature of the job role: To support the female employer with a variety of tasks which will help her to live an independent personal and social life. Support with accessing the community, enable social interaction and sometimes attending appointments. Currently mum supports with this, so the employer would like someone with similar interests to also get into the community. Main Duties: Personal duties: To support the employer with taking to the bathroom whilst out. Domestic duties: Minimal other than helping to keep living area clean and tidy. Social Duties: To support with going out, socialising, shopping, attending events such as Pokémon Days, ComiCon’s etc and going to medical appointments. Hours of work: 8 hours per week Qualifications: Training in First Aid, Manual Handling of People Skills & Experience: A background in Social and Healthcare with Adults preferable but not essential. Must have a full UK driving licence, own car with business insurance that can carry a foldable manual wheelchair, so that the employer can be taken out. To apply for this role please send a CV or letter outlining your suitability for the role to PAvacancies@idealforall.co.uk – please quote job reference in your application. Alternatively if you would like to discuss the role please call 0121 558 5555 option 1 and speak to a member of the Direct Payment Team.

UKCIL - King's Lynn

£15 to £15 an hour

On-sitePermanentPart time

Personal Care PA to join small team for Man in Kings Lynn, Flexible Day & Night Cover Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: 0e43c18c Job description Listed below are details of the purpose and general tasks of the job to provide some insight of what is involved. It is advisable to refer to this when submitting your application for the post. Job Purpose To provide personal and social support for man allowing him to live at home Location Kings Lynn, PE32 Job Details My health condition means that I require support with all aspects of life in order to live at home and maintain some independence. My PA will support me with personal care, eating and drinking, as well as accessing the local community. I enjoy getting out to different places and have a keen interest in photography. I would like someone who works well with my needs but has the initiative to ensure everything is sorted. I would like us to be open and mutually trusting. Required Characteristics · Experience with personal care · Reliable and flexible · Full driving licence and own vehicle due to location · Able to drive wheelchair accessible van · Shared interests an advantage Duties to include · Assisting with medication · Assisting with showering · Assisting to put on clothes · Support with toileting needs and using commode · Meal preparation and assisting to cut meat etc. · Household tasks (changing bedlinen, vacuuming, laundry) · Ensuring equipment is working safely · Assistance to access community and enjoy hobbies Accessibility: Please do not hesitate to inform me if invited to interview if you have access needs (particularly for the interview). Some examples might be: dyslexia friendly font/coloured paper, interview questions written down or even in advance (if needed as part of an access need), low background noise, clear view of faces for lip reading, a break in the middle of the interview or more time to think about questions. Feel free to provide your pronouns as well in your application, so I can address you accurately (for example: she/her, they/them). Summary terms and conditions · The rate of pay for this position is £15.00 per hour Daytime and £49.96 flat rate for nights · Hours of work: Initially up to 17hrs weekly daytime plus up to 6 sleep-in nights on a flexible contract to be used ‘As and When’ to cover for existing employees leave etc. · 5.6 weeks per year pro-rata paid leave, inclusive of bank holidays · Free training as appropriate for role The post is subject to the following: · A satisfactory enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which will be covered by the employer. · Completion of a satisfactory probationary period of 6 months Key Responsibilities Services Meal Preparation Personal Care Domestic Care Social + Leisure activities Support to remain independent Training Moving & Handling Food Hygiene First Aid Transportation Full UK driving license Own personal car Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com

UKCIL - Holt

£15.13 to £15.13 an hour

On-sitePermanentFull time

Care Assistant for a Male F/T@ £15.13/hr weekdays £15.62/hr weekends in Holt area Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: fa5b677d About the role: I am a friendly easy-going man in my 60s living in Weybourne, I am currently looking for a Support Worker(s) to support me within my home and out in the community, to encourage my independence. I have various medical conditions but possess full capacity, so like to be treated as so. I know my own needs so the ability to follow my instructions and good communication, language is essential for this role. I like to have a good rapport with my Support Workers, I also live with my 83-year-old mother, so a rapport with her is extremely important to me. I am looking for Support Workers who can support me with all my care and medical needs. I currently need cover especially on the weekends (days, evenings, and nights) plus I have requirements for waking nights the whole week available. But I am interested in support on weekdays, but you would be expected to work at least one shift alternative weekends. The successful candidate(s) will become part of a team, so you will be expected to help to cover holiday and sickness within that where possible. (Please state your availability in your application.) The right candidate will need to be friendly and respectful, experience in a similar role could be beneficial, but this is not an absolute necessity. The right attitude and approach are most important. Full training will be given, which will include suction training and manual handling specific to my requirements. The Support Worker(s) will be responsible to me as their employer. They will be expected to always maintain a professional approach, ensure our working relationship is confidential. Plus remain mindful of my right to dignity and respect. General duties and responsibilities will include: • All personal care • Assistance with medication • Assistance with feeding • Moving and handling, i.e. from bed to wheelchair and around the home, village or elsewhere, I use a track hoist in the home • Domestic tasks around the home as required • Encouraging my independence Additional points to consider: We live in a rural area, so your own methods of transportation are essential. This is a non-smoking household, so I prefer my Support Workers not to smoke or smell of smoke. Respectful smokers/vapers would be accepted, the main concern is that it does not affect their work or my home environment. I expect my employees to be sensible and respectful with their use of mobile phones. With no non-essential calls to be made or taken while engaged in tasks, plus no charging of devices without permission. No uniform is provided, so own clothing choices however I expect my Support Workers to be clean, tidy and presentable at all times. Person specification: Listed below are the skills, competencies and qualities that are essential and desirable for the post. Essential • Good communication skills • Respectful • Trustworthy • Friendly with a good sense of humour • Patient • A degree of flexibility • Own transportation because of location and full driving licence • Clean and tidy in appearance Summary terms and conditions: • The rate of pay for this position £15.62 per hour on weekends £15.13 per hour is paid for any weekday work. • Bank Holidays the rate of pay is £30.26 per hour • There are various weekday and weekend hours available for this position (night and day). Please note your hours of availability when making application. • The annual holiday entitlement for this position will be equivalent to the work normally done during 5.6 weeks (statutory entitlement) The post is subject to the following: • Satisfactory DBS check and references from two referees, one of which must be your current or last employer. • Completion of a satisfactory probationary period of 3 months Key Responsibilities Services Personal Care Domestic Care Support to remain independent Training Essential PA Guide Moving & Handling Transportation Full UK driving license Can drive a motability equipped car Medical Safe Administration of Medication Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com

Barnsley College - Sheffield

from £8 an hour

On-siteApprenticeshipPart time

We are a small team based in the picturesque countryside just outside of Penistone. We have a maximum of 35 children per day across two rooms with plans to extend. We are seeking enthusiastic practitioners, to join our ever-expanding setting here at Willow Tree Day Care. The successful applicant must have some knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stages and have a passion for working with children 0-5 years. Duties include: • Providing high quality care, planning stimulating activities based on children's individual needs. • Tracking and monitoring their progress through observation. • You will ensure the children feel safe and secure and provide opportunities for them to learn both indoors and outdoors. • The successful candidate will have good written and verbal communication skills. • Supervising mealtimes and preparing snacks • Lots of storytelling and playing! • Preparing activities and resources • Liaising with parents/carers • Working as part of a team to develop areas in the playrooms • Helping staff in care routines • Some knowledge of safeguarding. • This position is subject an enhanced DBS check. Desirable: Maths and English grade 4/C or above Or willingness to work towards functional skills in these areas Delivery to be completed on site and off the job training either at Barnsley College or your place of work. Student to complete Early Years Educator Level 3. Regular mentoring and support from qualified chefs Industry-recognised Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification upon successful completion. Hands on experience in a busy kitchen. Opportunities for progression within our organisation Working week: Flexible but usually over 4 days

Blue Sky Brokers - Walkden

from £12.71 an hour

On-sitePermanentPart time

Job Description Caring, empathetic, female PA to help and befriend a little boy who needs assistance with everyday activities, help him use equipment to assist his disability and have create fun times with him in between. Roles and Responsibilities Personal Care- bathing and changing. Getting dressed and ready for the day. Feeding him. Assisting with standing frame. Use of equipment and cleaning the equipment. Stretching Socialising Playing / Learning Support with appointments Emotional support. About Me I am a 5 year old , happy, little man with cerebral palsy and I want a friend who can help me do all the everyday things and have fun with me.

GCIL South Lanarkshire - Carluke

from £14.45 an hour

On-siteContractPart time

To apply for this role please send your CV plus reference number EL/SF/11-25 to parSL@GCIL.org.uk Personal Care Assistant Evan is a bright, active 11-year-old who loves spending time outdoors and exploring new activities. He enjoys trips to the park, trampolining, swimming, clubs, holidays, and even simple pleasures like playing in the garden or going out for lunch. Evan is looking for a compassionate, patient, and reliable Personal Care Assistant to provide one-to-one support both at home and out in the community. In this role, you’ll help Evan with personal care, including supervising toilet visits, washing hands. You may occasionally assist with administering medication and help prepare meals or snacks. Your support will also involve accompanying him on his favourite activities, keeping him safe at all times, and helping him engage in social experiences that suit his interests and abilities. Driving is essential, as you’ll need to use your own vehicle, with mileage allowance provided. This role is ideal for someone with experience in childcare, ASN, care home, or nursing settings, or anyone who has worked with children and understands the need for patience, calmness, and sensitivity, especially during challenging moments or meltdowns. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, a warm nature, and a proactive approach to care are essential. Key Details: • Hours: Casual contract – typically alternate Saturdays, 12:00pm–5:00pm • Hourly Rate: £14.45 per hour • Location: Carluke This is a wonderful opportunity to build a supportive, trusting relationship with Evan, helping him enjoy his favourite activities safely while encouraging independence and engagement. If you’re patient, caring, and enthusiastic about making a real difference, Evan would love to meet you. To apply please send your CV to parSL@gcil.org.uk Notes to candidates: If you are selected for the next stage of the recruitment process a member of GCIL (South Lanarkshire) Team will be in touch to arrange the next steps. If you are successfully hired; you will be employed directly by a Private Employer on a PAYE basis and will be entitled to all statutory rights as set out by Employment Law, such as paid holidays and statutory sick pay (where eligible). Please note: This job is advertised by GCIL (South Lanarkshire) on behalf of a Personal Employer, we are not the employer or an employment/recruitment agency. Our role is to assist with the recruitment process and Employer’s responsibilities. GCIL (South Lanarkshire) is a Self-Directed Support service based in South Lanarkshire, providing information and assistance to enable all eligible people to explore the 4 options for independent living outlined in the Self-Directed Support Act, now in force. GCIL (South Lanarkshire) is part of Glasgow Centre for Inclusive Living (GCIL), which is an established Disabled People's Organisation, with many years of experience assisting people to maximise their preferred support needs. For more information please contact: GCIL (South Lanarkshire) Brandon Gate, 1 Leechlee Road, Hamilton, ML3 0XB Tel: 01698 892 372

Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust - Birmingham

PermanentFull time

We are looking to recruit a Band 8a Matron for our South Inpatient Wards. We are looking for highly motivated and experienced Registered Mental Health Nurses (RMN) to join our Leadership Teams across Acute Inpatients (North, Central and South localities) Urgent Care or Home Treatment Team. You will provide robust, consistent, practical and evidence-based day-to-day clinical and operational leadership and management support on our Acute Wards. You must have a proven track record of being a clinical lead or manager at Band 7 or 8a. We are looking for an individual who will support the ongoing development of the service. You will have knowledge and interest in quality and governance, demonstrating an innovative and dynamic approach to ensuring the delivery of high-quality, holistic, patient-centred care in a challenging and fast paced environment. You will be expected to work alongside other Matrons, CNM and the rest of the multi-disciplinary team to participate in service improvements and evaluation, clinically supporting the ward/team managers and wider team to deliver high quality patient centred care. Interviews will likely take place 14th August 2026 at Oleaster. The post holder will be responsible for: a) Contributing to the implementation of strategic plans within the service and within designated acute and urgent care services. b) Managing resources appropriately to ensure care is delivered effectively. Including responsibility for the management of a delegated budget. c) Demonstrating a strong focus on the quality of the service user experience in the way services are designed and delivered with clear processes in place for addressing any risks or issues which are identified as impacting on this. d) Developing, implementing and monitoring quality standards across the Trust by strengthening professional clinical leadership at team and service area level. e) Support the development and delivery of service improvement objectives, taking into account the strategic aims and priorities of the Trust. f) Ensuring effective communication and engagement with service users, their carer’s and all members of the multi-disciplinary team, both internal and external to ensure the best possible experience g) Advising Team Mangers on professional and practice issues in consultation with other functions or specialists e.g. senior nursing colleagues, human resources etc. h) Being highly visible and accessible as a professional leader of the service to all stakeholders i) Take the lead in supporting the achievement of key performance indicators for service area. including quality, governance, workforce and financial measures. Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us to improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally. We also offer medical, nursing and psychology training and are proud of our international reputation for both research and innovation. Our population is culturally diverse, characterised in places by high levels of deprivation which create an increasing demand for our services and a necessity for us to make sure everyone can access the help they need. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community. If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people’s lives, join our team where our warm welcome is waiting for you. For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification. We highly recommend you submit your application as soon as possible, this post may close earlier than the indicated closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received. This advert closes on Monday 3 Aug 2026

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust - London

PermanentFull time

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS Trusts in the UK, providing care to more than 2 million people each year across our hospital sites at Barnet, Chase Farm, and the Royal Free Hospital. We are currently recruiting experienced and highly motivatedBank Band 7 Specialist Wound Care Podiatristto join our Podiatry Service. These bank opportunities are ideal for clinicians looking for flexible working arrangements while supporting the service by providing cover for short-term staffing requirements, including annual leave, sickness, and other temporary vacancies. The successful candidate will demonstrate the Trust's values and shared commitments and meet the responsibilities outlined in the job description and person specification. You will have significant experience in specialist wound care management, excellent clinical decision-making skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. A commitment to delivering high-quality patient care and maintaining professional development is essential. If you are an experienced Specialist Wound Care Podiatrist looking for the flexibility of bank work while making a valuable contribution to patient care at the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust, we would be delighted to hear from you. **VISA SPONSORSHIP DOES NOT APPLY TO THIS ROLE** 1.To work as a member of an acute foot multidisciplinary team based at the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. 2.To provide a highly specialised wound care assessment within the outpatients, inpatients, and emergency care settings. Patients will include those with long term conditions, such as diabetes and renal disease. Patients may also be very complex with multiple co-morbidities. 3.To formulate a clinical diagnosis and treatment plan as an autonomous practitioner. 4.To use clinical judgement and discretion in the advanced assessment, diagnosis and treatment of patients with complex pathologies, which puts them at increased risk of amputation, morbidity and mortality. 5.To provide advanced wound care techniques in their practice, including casting, negative pressure wound therapy and larval therapy. 6.To work towards achieving competencies in advanced, specialised care, such as independent prescribing. 7.To mentor students, and supervise, teach and appraise junior podiatrists. 8.To share the responsibility for operational management of the podiatry department, participate in service development, and participate in evidence-based projects. For further information please refer to the attached JD and PS. Our mission is to deliver world class care and expertise in our clinical services, underpinned by world class teaching and research and we will continue to measure our progress against our five governing objectives: excellent outcomes, excellent patient and staff experience, excellent value for taxpayers’ money, being safe and meeting our external duties, and building a strong organisation. As a Bank Specialist Wound Care Podiatrist, you will deliver high-quality, evidence-based assessment and management of complex foot wounds, including those associated with diabetes, vascular disease, and infection. Working within a supportive multidisciplinary team, you will collaborate closely with colleagues across vascular, diabetes, infectious diseases, and other specialist services to ensure integrated patient care and positive clinical outcomes. Everyone is welcome at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. We're proud of our diversity and we continue to undertake new initiatives to advance equality for LGBT+, BME, gender equality, staff carers and people with disabilities and lived experiences to promote good relations and understanding between our staff. CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES 1.To be professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of the practitioner’s professional activities. 2.To carry out assessment within outpatients, inpatients and emergency care settings as an autonomous practitioner. Patients will include those with a range of complex presentations and co-morbidities. 3.To work with other rotational band 7 podiatrists in ensuring clinical areas are covered accordingly, with priority of complex or higher risk cases. 4.To use clinical reasoning skills, knowledge of evidence-based practice and highly specialised podiatric expertise to determine appropriate care plan utilising specialist treatment skills and options. 5.To be responsible for providing clinical interventions to patients for the management of complex multi-factorial lower limb pathologies. RESPONSIBILITY FOR PATIENTS 1.To maintain accurate, comprehensive professional case notes for all direct and indirect patient contact. 2.To communicate effectively with patients, carers and other professionals on an individual or group basis in order to maximise rehabilitation potential and ensure understanding of condition, which will frequently require flexible communication skills including: · motivation; · persuasion; · explanation of complex issues including anatomy, physiology, pathology, · biomechanics and techniques; · gaining consent; · negotiation. 3.To occasionally convey information, particularly in highly complex, contentious and emotive situations which may be deemed inappropriate for more junior staff, which may require more developed communication skills. RESPONSIBILITY FOR POLICY AND SERVICE DEVELOPMENT 1.To have knowledge and understanding of a variety of cultural backgrounds and beliefs in order to respect individuals rights and dignity. 2.To undertake monitoring and evaluation of work and current practice through the use of evidence based practice projects, audit and outcome measures either as an individual or a as a group. To make recommendations and implement change where required. 3.To demonstrate a sound understanding of Clinical Governance and Risk Management appropriate to the work situation. For further information please refer to the attached JD and PS. This advert closes on Sunday 23 Aug 2026

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust - Slough

ContractFull time

We are seeking a motivated and forward-thinking physiotherapist to work within our Critical Care/Surgery Physiotherapy Team and Critical Care Rehabilitation & Follow-Up Service (CCRFS). The role is split, with 25 hours in physiotherapy and the remaining 10 hours in CCRFS. The split can be managed flexibly to meet the needs of the post holder as well as the service. This is a dynamic role with lots of opportunity for service development within critical care and follow-up.  Under the guidance of the CCRFS Service Lead, OT & Physio Team Lead you will have the opportunity to develop both clinically and managerially within a friendly and supportive environment.  This exciting opportunity provides a role in which your time is protected to be able to focus on acute management, rehabilitation and quality of life interventions. There is a strong emphasis on holistic therapy & interventions to improve quality of life & well-being for our patients. • As a senior clinician you will be involved in the supervision & education of support staff and students, and you will have the opportunity to lead and be involved in appropriate service development. We are lucky to boast excellent CPD opportunities to develop these skills.  • Provide early assessment and rehabilitation for patients on the ICU and continue throughout their stay in hospital; promoting holistic client centred care • The post holder will:  • Be responsible for identifying early functional goals for patients in the ICU • Support the MDT in ensuring the rehabilitation pathways, patient diaries, and objective assessments are completed and up to date . • Supporting with smooth transition for step down by promoting continuation of functional goals and co-ordinating with ward staff to provide detailed handovers. • Acting as a key worker and providing support to patient and relatives. • Within the CCRFS, review patients on a comprehensive pathway discharged from critical care within 72 hours  • Active role in service development, especially around promoting best practice delirium management strategies, space for innovative ideas around patient pathways and data collection. • Close working within an interdisciplinary team, to ensure true holistic, client centred practice. Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available. Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too. We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users. Frimley Health Trust benefits on Vimeo Attached you will find the Job Description and Person Specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting. For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached. This advert closes on Wednesday 19 Aug 2026