Total 151 Education / Training job vacancies in Preston, PR7 1AL

Royal Oak (Dining Inns) in Houghton are recruiting for an Apprentice Chef. The successful candidate will work towards completing a Level 2 Commis Chef apprenticeship over the duration of 20 months.

Duties:
• Cooking and preparing elements of high quality dishes from fresh
• Involved in adding new items and dishes to the menu
• Preparing vegetables, meats and fish
• Assisting other Chefs
• Helping with deliveries and restocking
• Assisting with stock rotation
• Preparation and production of high standard special dishes
• Contributing to maintaining kitchen and food safety standards.
• Producing own sauces and soups

Requirements:
• Team orientated
• Ability to work independently towards a shared goal.
• Attention to detail
• Good time management skills
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills

Grades:
There are no formal qualifications required.

Hours:
Between the hours of 9am - 10pm, minimum 30 hours & maximum 40 hours per week. 5 day over 7, split shift rota.

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Little Town Farm Shop in Preston are recruiting for a Trainee Chef. The successful candidate will work towards their Level 2 Catering and hospitality qualification which will take approximately 17 months to complete.

Duties:
• Working in a kitchen preparing and cooking fresh food; duties include;
• Prepping or baking
• Knife and board skills
• Making a range of desserts from the menu
• Allergen awareness
• Preparing food from the menu
• Prepare and cook fresh food, ready for selling in the farm shop
• Health and Safety
• Pizza making for 'Pizza night' the 2nd Friday of each month.
• General cleaning and housekeeping of the kitchen
• Plate up food
• May serve and clear tables

Requirements:
• You will be required to work one day on the weekend, this is on a rota basis
• Preferably someone with reliable transport with this farm shop being on the outskirts of Longridge
• Public transport is available but will need to check timings for shifts.
• Clean and hygienic
• Friendly and approachable
• Willingness to learn and passionate to be a chef
• Teamworking
• Flexible within their learning abilities

Grades:
No formal qualifications required.

Hours:
Rota Basis Earliest start time 7:30am - Latest finish 5:30pm / 30 mins lunch / 35 hours a week

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Beeston Manor in Preston are recruiting for a Front of House Apprentice. The successful candidate will work towards their Level 2 Catering and hospitality qualification which will take approximately 16 months to complete.

Duties:
• Waiting on in the 3 course meal wedding breakfast
• Serving on the bar
• Collecting glasses
• Polishing cutlery
• Some cleaning involved, such as hoovering, polishing windows, mopping floors.
• Folding napkins
• Experience in the wedding venue industry and hospitality is preferred, but not essential.

Requirements:
• Must be over the age of 18 due to serving on the bar.
• Must be able to work Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, Bank Holidays. This will include a mixture of morning, day, afternoon and nights.
• Should you be able to only work some days and not all, we will still look at your application.
• You must have transport to and from work. The bus routes and railway are not close by to Beeston Manor.
• You must be able to work independently as well in a team.
• Ability to multi-task, remain focused and calm, and have excellent verbal communication skills.

Grades:
There are no educational qualification required.

Hours:
30hrs per week. 5 days out of 7 including weekends and Bank Holidays (Earliest start 7am, latest finish 11pm).

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Beeston Manor in Preston are recruiting for an Apprentice Chef. The successful candidate will work towards their Level 2 Catering and Hospitality qualification which will take approximately 16 months to complete.

Duties:
• You will be preparing food, serving on the pass during events including multi-course meal wedding breakfast service. Event sizes range from 30 to 180 guests.
• You will be required to work along side our team preparing and serving fresh food to a high standard.
• Other duties will include preparing/cooking breakfast, restaurant service and preparing/cooking buffets.

Requirements:
• Must be able to work independently as well in a team.
• Ability to multi-task, remain focused and calm, and have excellent verbal communication skills.
• The must be able to work day time, evenings, weekends and bank holidays.
• You must have transport to and from work. The bus routes and railway are not close by to Beeston Manor.

Grades:
There are no educational qualifications required.

Hours:
30hrs per week. 5 days out of 7 including weekends and Bank Holidays (Earliest start 7am, latest finish 11pm).

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Exciting opportunities has arisen for Learning Disability Nurses to join the Children’s Learning Disability Team in Central based in Leyland/Preston and West Lancashire team based in Skelmersdale.







The Learning Disability Community Service strives to provide forward thinking high quality services, working in partnership with other agencies. In addition to working with people with learning disabilities and their families we have a strong commitment to health promotion through service development and training initiatives.

We are committed to helping our staff develop and you will be part of an enthusiastic and experienced team.

We are looking for a registered nurse with an up to date knowledge of health policy for people with learning disabilities.

Adaptability, good communication skills and self –motivation are essential.



Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of services including secondary mental health care across this area. Specialist provision comprises inpatient child and adolescent mental health services, perinatal mental health and forensic services including low and medium secure care.

The Trust also provides a range of physical health and well-being services in the community alongside a range of partners in the Lancashire, Cumbria and Sefton area.

Lancashire & South Cumbria Foundation Trust encourages flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as; term time, part time, compressed hours, flexi-time and career breaks. We encourage applicants to state clearly on their application forms this request and discuss these options at interview.

For more information please visit our website via Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS FT







Please see attached the job description and person specification for more information about this role


This advert closes on Tuesday 26 Nov 2024

Please see attached the job description and person specification for more information about this role

What skills and experience we're looking for

The post holder may be based anywhere in school depending on the candidates skills and previous experience and it will offer an exciting opportunity for a really enthusiastic and experienced teacher or ECT. The successful candidate will share our vision and values and work collaboratively with the school team in meeting the very diverse needs within our school.

Essential Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status
• Degree or equivalent


Desirable Qualifications

• Specific qualification in SEN


Essential Experience

• Experience of working with children/young people with complex learning difficulties
• Teaching practice experience with SEN
• Experience of working within a relevant classroom/service environment


Desirable Experience

• Experience of teaching across 4-19
• Experience of working with children/young people with challenging behaviour

What the school offers its staff

Having achieved Investors In People Gold Award and the Well-Being Award for Schools, we are committed to supporting all of our staff to "achieve the best they can in everything they do".

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Business Analyst - Education management system software (Hybrid) needed in Preston, £25.25ph PAYE - Reference: RQ1407023

This is a hybrid role working Preston as and when needed.
Hours per week 29.6

You will ideally have experience with education management system software. The project role is a business analyst to support the implementation of a new education management system from Synergy.

The role holder translates senior client business issues into effective Business Improvement projects and programmes that make measured improvements to business performance, service performance and/or customer satisfaction. Using high-level insightful analysis, the Business Analyst designs and manages customer centric Business Improvement programmes that deliver customer satisfaction, cost reduction and business benefits. Acting as an ambassador of Business Improvement the BA influences operational people by adopting different working practices, by closely involving them in the development of Business Improvement activity; and enabling them to implement and sustain the changes.

Accountabilities/Responsibilities

• To lead and deliver all aspects of strategic improvement and change activity in a defined functional discipline or cross-business process.

• To lead key business improvement and change programmes linked directly to the business strategy.

• To lead and deliver all aspects of analysis that will lead to the identification of programmes and major change initiatives in defined functional disciplines.

• To support the Business Architect/business improvement discipline in building the appropriate business improvement skills infrastructure within Digital Services.

• To embed a 'business improvement' way of working at all levels of the organisation that delivers sustainable improvement including improved customer satisfaction, increased revenues and decreased costs.

• To demonstrate the value of using 'business improvement' techniques by helping people to understand what and how they will help them to achieve their goals.

• To challenge non-fact-based decisions, and create both innovative and disciplined ways of working.

• To communicate business improvements in a compelling, inspiring and interesting way using real case study examples.

• To lead external / internal benchmarking activities in support of improvement initiatives.

• To provide a common point for the migration of best practice/performance into wider activities to utilise best practice activity.

• To ensure a standard and consistent approach is maintained.

• To develop and maintain an excellent relationship with key internal/external customers and suppliers as appropriate for ongoing improvement initiatives/activities.

• To lead and manage a business improvement team including consultants.

• Produce service designs in support of new Digital Services proposals and ensure effective operational handover through ICT Service Transition.

• Be responsible for ensuring that all duties and responsibilities comply with all statutory requirements and with policy and procedure.

• Undertake, wherever required, other responsibilities and duties including work related to 3rd party external business, on behalf of the service, where this is commensurate with the grade of the post.

This is a full time role on a temporary contract basis.

If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to katie@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared.

Due to high volumes of CVs received we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.

You can also follow us at Twitter/Facebook/LinkedIn or via our website www.essentialemploy.co.uk.

Do you need flexibility in your job every week?
We are currently seeking Cover Teacher to work in a Primary School in the Chorley Area. There is a high demand for guaranteed hours, especially in a school as great to work in as this one. As a Teacher, you will be responsible for supervising whole classes on a contracted basis, under the guidance of senior teaching staff. You'll deliver lessons and effectively manage student behaviour.

The required experience for the Cover Supervisor role includes:

• Experience working with children and young people.
• This role is in Year 3 (early KS2).
• Strong behaviour management skills.
• A genuine passion for working with and supporting childrens learning.

About Service Care Education:
Service Care Education is a leading recruitment agency that specialises in placing Teachers, Teaching Assistants, HLTAs, and Cover Supervisors in a wide range of schools across Lancashire. Our experienced and supportive team of recruiters is committed to matching you with schools that suit your skills and support your career progression. This role will provide valuable experience to help advance your career in education.

Service Care Education is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. We expect all supply staff to share this commitment. As part of our recruitment process, we will carry out the necessary checks to complete your registration with us. This includes a video interview, current references, and an enhanced DBS check.

If you are interested in this role or want further discussion, please contact Lewis O'Donnell either via email: lewis.odonnell@servicecare.org.uk or tel: 01772208962. Alternatively, if you have any friend or colleagues that might be interested, please feel free to refer them as we a have a referral scheme in place of up to £250.

The University of Central Lancashire’s School of Business has a proud history of educating ambitious, responsible, enterprising business leaders on its undergraduate, postgraduate and degree apprenticeship courses. We are on an ambitious course to deliver outstanding educational outcomes for all students.

We are looking for a talented and inspirational Senior Lecturer in Accounting and Finance to join our team. You will be involved the design of a new course, the Accounting Finance Manager Degree Apprenticeship, and in the teaching of accounting and finance on undergraduate and postgraduate courses. You will be given professional development support to help you succeed and realise your academic career ambitions.

About us

The University of Central Lancashire is an international, multi-campus Institution that can trace its roots back to 1828. The University is one of the UK’s largest universities with a staff and student community approaching 38,000. Our employment-focused course portfolio, with over 350 undergraduate programmes, nearly 200+ postgraduate courses, and a rich array of CPD courses means that students enjoy a first-class experience underpinned by research. Our current Strategic Plan runs until 2028 to mark the University’s 200th anniversary and seeks to “transform lives by delivering an outstanding educational experience and creating prosperity and opportunity in the communities we serve.”

The School of Business is home to over 3,000 students and 130 staff. The University has recently been awarded the maximum 5 Stars in the international QSStars standards: including Teaching, Employability, Facilities, Inclusiveness, and Internationalisation. In NSS 2024, we are Number 1 in the UK for overall positivity for Accounting courses. In 2023, we won the Education North Award for Best Entrepreneurial University, recognising the quality of the work we do to support SMEs.

The business school offers a comprehensive range of industry-focused and professionally accredited qualifications designed to meet the needs of current and aspiring business leaders. These range from Foundation Entry, Degree Apprenticeships, Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees to PhD and doctoral programmes, and an expanding range of CPD courses.

About you

You will

be a talented and motivational educator, capable of supporting students to succeed;
Good honours degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject
have professional expertise in accounting/finance
have experience of teaching on accounting and finance courses accredited by relevant PSRBs (Institute of Financial Accountants, ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW)
ideally, you will be a CCAB membership (desirable)
ideally, you will have knowledge/experience of degree apprenticeships (desirable)
be a team player, committed to building an outstanding business school through the excellence of your work.
We are committed to building a truly inclusive culture where diversity is championed. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals who will diversify the School’s teaching team and support the collective development of a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all.

Informal discussion:

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Dr Adrian Wright (Associate Dean).


We are proud to be a diverse, multicultural university. We are committed to building a truly inclusive culture where diversity is championed. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals who will support the diversification within the University and support its development of a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all.

The University is committed to providing a safe environment to study, work and visit, protecting children, young people and adults at risk from harm and abuse. Our safeguarding policy and safer recruitment procedure outlines our approach, alongside other internal policies, procedures and guidance which can be found on our website at Safeguarding

Applicants applying for roles in regulated activity and that are listed as an exception under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 will be required to disclose any spent and unspent convictions and undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check at the appropriate level, the University will only ask an applicant to make an application for a DBS check if they are legally entitled to.

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Driving Instructor Position available in Preston.

Part and Full Time positions available

Key Duties
Working with a variety of people from all walks of life and backgrounds.
Helping develop your customers skill level.
Be able to explain driving techniques clearly.

Applicants Attributes
Applicant will have great communication skills, a willingness to learn and the drive to teach others.
Applicant should be an enthusiastic individual, being able to motivate others.

Benefits of being a driving instructor
Excellent earning potential of £30,000+ per annum
Flexible working hours
Working close to home
Be your own boss
Training vehicle can be provided (if required)

Being able to manage your own working hours and being out and about is a great feeling. You get a wonderful sense of achievement from being your own boss and this sort of flexibility really allows you to take charge of your own business and your life. Take holidays when you like and organize your students around your life.

To apply for our role, you need to meet the following criteria

Have held a full UK driving licence (or approved foreign licence) for at least 2 1/2 years
Have not been banned from driving in the last 4 years
Have no more than 6 points on your licence.

Applicant ideally will be a fully qualified driving instructor although if not, full training can be provided.

Service Care Education seeks a committed full-time Maths Teacher to join our Mathematics department. We are looking for an enthusiastic educator to deliver engaging and comprehensive maths lessons, inspire a love for mathematics, and support academic success across various abilities.

Location: Preston, UK

Employer: Service Care Education
Contract: Full-time, Ongoing
Reports To: Head of Mathematics / Headteacher

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging and differentiated lessons in all areas of mathematics, catering to diverse student needs.
• Inspire students to develop problem-solving skills and a deep understanding of mathematical concepts.
• Prepare students for both internal and external assessments, aiming for high academic achievement.
• Utilize student assessment data to adapt teaching strategies and address any learning gaps effectively.
• Maintain a positive and disciplined classroom environment that promotes active participation and mathematical exploration.

Curriculum and Resources

• Contribute to the development and planning of a stimulating maths curriculum.
• Create varied teaching materials, incorporating practical applications and digital resources to enrich learning.
• Stay updated with advancements in mathematical teaching practices and integrate modern technology where beneficial.

Student Support and Engagement

• Monitor student progress and implement targeted interventions to support achievement.
• Provide additional support, such as tutoring or guided practice sessions, to help students master challenging concepts.
• Promote engagement in extracurricular maths activities, like maths clubs, competitions, and enrichment programs.
• Maintain communication with parents to discuss student progress and ways to support continued growth.

Professional Development and Collaboration

• Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current with maths education trends and best practices.
• Collaborate with colleagues in departmental meetings, sharing resources and teaching strategies.
• Support school-wide initiatives and events that promote STEM education and numeracy.

Safeguarding and Pastoral Care

• Adhere to safeguarding policies to ensure the welfare and well-being of all students.
• Provide pastoral support, contributing to the holistic development of students in a supportive and nurturing environment.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Mathematics or a related field.
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent certification.

Experience:

• Previous experience teaching Maths at the secondary level is preferred, but Newly Qualified Teachers (NQTs) are welcome to apply.
• Demonstrated ability to drive student success and improve academic outcomes.

Skills and Attributes:

• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Creative and effective teaching methods that make mathematics engaging and accessible.
• Passionate about fostering a love for mathematics and problem-solving.

How to Apply
If you are interested in this role or want further discussion, please contact Lewis O'Donnell either via email: lewis.odonnell@servicecare.org.uk or tel: 01772208962. Alternatively, if you have any friend or colleagues that might be interested, please feel free to refer them as we a have a referral scheme in place of up to £400.

Service Care Education seeks a committed full-time Science Teacher to join our science department. We are looking for an enthusiastic educator to deliver engaging, practical science lessons, inspire curiosity, and support academic success across various abilities.

Employer: Service Care Education
Location: Preston, UK
Contract: Full-time, Ongoing
Reports To: Head of Science / Headteacher

Key Responsibilities:
Teaching and Learning

• Deliver engaging lessons across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, tailored to different learning needs.
• Inspire students through experiments and interactive methods, promoting inquiry and critical thinking.
• Prepare students for assessments, striving for academic excellence.
• Utilize data to adapt teaching strategies and address learning gaps.
• Maintain a safe, positive classroom that fosters participation and exploration.

Curriculum and Resources

• Contribute to the planning of a stimulating science curriculum.
• Create diverse teaching materials, incorporating experiments, models, and digital resources.
• Stay updated with advancements in science, integrating new practices and technology.

Student Support and Engagement

• Monitor student progress and implement interventions as needed.
• Offer extra support through tutoring or hands-on guidance.
• Encourage participation in science activities like clubs and fairs.
• Maintain communication with parents to support learning and development.

Professional Development and Collaboration

• Engage in ongoing professional development to stay current with educational trends.
• Collaborate with staff, sharing resources and teaching methods in meetings.
• Support school-wide events promoting STEM education.

Safeguarding and Pastoral Care

• Adhere to safeguarding policies to ensure student well-being.
• Provide pastoral care to support students' overall development in a nurturing environment.

Person Specification

Qualifications:

• Degree in Science (Biology, Chemistry, or Physics).
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.

Experience:

• Experience teaching Science at the secondary level preferred; Newly Qualified Teachers (NQTs) welcome.
• Proven ability to drive student success.

Skills and Attributes:

• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Creative, engaging teaching methods that make science accessible and exciting.
• Enthusiastic about fostering scientific curiosity and a love for learning.

How to Apply
If you are interested in this role or want further discussion, please contact Lewis O'Donnell either via email: lewis.odonnell@servicecare.org.uk or tel: 01772208962. Alternatively, if you have any friend or colleagues that might be interested, please feel free to refer them as we a have a referral scheme in place of up to £400.

Service Care Education is seeking a passionate and committed French Teacher to join our Modern Languages department on a part-time ongoing contract. The successful candidate will deliver engaging lessons, inspire students to develop a love for the French language, and support academic and cultural understanding across all ability levels.

Location: Preston, UK

Reports to: Head of Modern Languages / Headteacher

The French Teacher will:

• Teach French to a range of student levels, focusing on listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.
• Motivate students to enjoy and excel in French language learning.
• Assess student progress, providing feedback and support to promote growth.
• Collaborate with staff to enhance language learning throughout the school.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Teaching and Learning

• Design and deliver interactive lessons that cater to different learning needs and abilities.
• Use various teaching methods to engage students and improve language proficiency.
• Integrate cultural aspects into lessons to broaden student's global perspectives.
• Prepare students for internal and external assessments, aiming for high achievement.
• Analyse assessment results to refine teaching and support student development.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and disciplined classroom environment.

Curriculum and Resources

• Contribute to curriculum planning, ensuring content remains relevant and stimulating.
• Develop diverse teaching materials, including digital and multimedia resources.
• Stay informed on effective teaching practices and integrate technology where beneficial.

Student Support and Engagement

• Track student progress and provide interventions as needed.
• Offer extra help through tutoring or additional practice sessions.
• Promote participation in language activities like clubs, cultural events, and exchange programs.
• Maintain communication with parents to support student learning and progress.

Professional Development and Collaboration

• Engage in professional development to stay current with language teaching trends.
• Actively participate in departmental meetings and share resources.
• Support school events and initiatives that foster language and cultural awareness.

Safeguarding and Pastoral Responsibilities

• Follow school safeguarding procedures to ensure student welfare.
• Provide pastoral care, supporting student's overall well-being and development.

Qualifications:

• Degree in French or related field.
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.

Experience:

• Teaching experience at the secondary level preferred; NQTs welcome.
• Evidence of successful student outcomes.

Skills and Attributes:

• Strong communication skills in both French and English.
• Creative teaching techniques that engage and inspire students.
• Effective organisational and planning skills.
• Commitment to promoting language learning and cultural appreciation.

If you are interested in this role or want further discussion, please contact Lewis O'Donnell either via email: lewis.odonnell@servicecare.org.uk or tel: 01772208962. Alternatively, if you have any friend or colleagues that might be interested, please feel free to refer them as we a have a referral scheme in place of up to £400.

Your new company
This secondary school is based in the Preston (PR1) area and they have approached Hays seeking an English Teacher to start ASAP and continue until the end of the academic year. This school is easily accessible and has a well established English department with excellent facilities and significant support. They are well respected locally and pride themselves on their supportive and high-achieving English Department.
Your new role
Joining this English department, you will be responsible for teaching English across KS3 and KS4. You will work closely with other department colleagues developing resources and lesson planning as a team. You will plan and prepare lessons, deliver these, creating a positive learning environment, and you will also mark and assess pupils' work. Due to this being a long-term assignment, you will be required to attend parents' evenings and additional school functions.
What you'll need to succeed
In order to be successful in securing this position, you must possess Qualified Teacher Status and have experience teaching English across KS3 and KS4. You will be available immediately and able to commit through until the end of the academic year.
What you'll get in return
In return, you will be paid to scale from day one of the assignment and will be joining a well established department where you will have the opportunity to further develop your own skills and experience. You will also gain access to the Hays Hub and Training platform.
What you need to do now
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