Total 98 Information Technology job vacancies in BOLTON, LANCASHIRE, BL6 4SD

About The Role
You'll work in a team to carry out a range of cleaning activities including mopping, sweeping, dusting, vacuuming, emptying bins and cleaning washrooms/toilets, offices and accommodation areas.

You will be working Monday to Friday with occasions out of hours and weekend, 08:00 to 16:00, 37.5 hours per week, on a permanent, full-time basis.

You will also:

• Ensure that areas are cleaned to the highest standards at all times
• Maintain Health and Safety standards at all times.
• Ensure equipment is cleaned, maintained and stored correctly
• Deal with any customer requests promptly and courteously

To succeed in this role, you will need:

• A UK driving licence
• Good attention to detail
• To be reliable and responsible with a flexible approach to work
• Previous cleaning experience is preferred, and full site training will be provided.
• A clean DBS

What will you get in return?

• A pension scheme- to save for the future - eligibility rules apply
• Access to high street discounts
• Access to low interest loans
• Recognition scheme 'OCS Stars'- monetary rewards given to top performers
• Training and Development- apprenticeships, e-learning, English as a Second Language and our award nominated 'Impact' Programme
• Long Service Awards
• Cycle to work scheme- discounted bicycles
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme- 24-7 Wellbeing Support

About The Company
OCS UK & Ireland, part of the OCS Group, is a leading facilities management company providing a range of both standalone and integrated services including cleaning, catering, security, technical services, energy management and compliance, front of house, landscaping, logistics, waste management and pest control services. The company has a turnover of £1.5bn and operates across the UK and Ireland with 50,000 colleagues delivering innovative award-winning services to the private and public sectors and supporting the local communities in which it operates.

Electricians- Mobile role- Covering North West England

Both jobs below are with the same company- Mobile Maintenance Electricians, Electrical Testing Technician.

Overview

With a head office based in Newbury and with mobile electricians based the length and breadth of the UK, our client has been leading the way in Electrical Compliance Testing and Remedials, LED installation, Electrical Projects, and Lighting Maintenance for almost 30 years.

Our client services over 10,000 sites Nationwide for more than 80 clients across many sectors, including the largest retail Groups in the UK

Due to continued success and part of an ambitious growth plan, our client is for a confident and experienced:

• Mobile Maintenance Electricians (PPMs) fully qualified
• Electrical Testing Technicians (EICR plus PPMs) fully qualified plus 2391

Mobile Maintenance Electricians (PPMs)

Job functions:

• Reporting directly to the Head Office
• Looking after commercial customers, predominantly retailers/wholesalers, carrying out compliance visits
• Remedial works to NICEIC standards
• Lighting maintenance and occasional project work
• Emergency light testing
• Fire alarm testing
• PAT
• Fire extinguisher servicing
• Remedial works

Desired Experience & Credentials

• Fully Qualified Electrician 2365 with NVQ or 2360 part 2 or 2330 level 3 and EAL/AM2 or SQV3 (Ideally including 18th Edition) any other relevant equivalents we be acceptable.
• ECS Gold card (essential)
• UK driving licence (maximum of 6 points)
• PPM experienced
• IT literate and able to use a Smartphone/Tablet

Personality characteristics

• Outgoing and personable, able to build and retain strong client and staff relationships
• Work efficiently and on your own or as part of a team
• Ability to maintain high standards and follow quality control processes
• Proactive and confident self-starter

Benefits

• Salary Circa. £35k to £45k OTE (depending on role, location and experience) basic salary will be £27k-£30k
• Guaranteed bonus £500 per month for first 3 months.
• 20 days holiday + Bank Holidays (Long Service rewards of extra holidays)
• Benefits pack including pension and savings schemes, discount shopping, childcare vouchers and more
• Van and fuel provided (for work use only)
• Smartphone & Tablet, test equipment, uniform, and PPE
• Ongoing training and progression

Electrical Testing Technicians (EICR) & PPM

Job functions:

• Reporting directly to the Head Office
• Looking after commercial customers, predominantly retailers/wholesalers, carrying out compliance visits
• EICRs
• Emergency lighting testing
• PAT testing
• Fire Alarm testing
• Fire extinguisher servicing
• Remedial works

Desired Experience & Credentials

• Fully Qualified Electrician 2365 with NVQ or 2360 part 2 or 2330 level 3 and EAL/AM2 or SQV3 (Ideally including 18th Edition) any other relevant equivalents we be acceptable.
• ECS Gold card (essential)
• UK driving licence (maximum of 6 points)
• 2391 or equivalent
• IT literate and able to use a Smartphone/Tablet

Personality characteristics

• Outgoing and personable, able to build and retain strong client and staff relationships
• Work efficiently and on your own or as part of a team
• Ability to maintain high standards and follow quality control processes
• Proactive and confident self-starter

Benefits

• Salary Circa. £40k to £55k OTE (depending on role, location and experience) basic will be £30k-£32.5k
• Guaranteed bonus £500 per month for first 3 months.
• 20 days holiday + Bank Holidays (Long Service rewards of extra holidays)
• Benefits pack including pension and savings schemes, discount shopping, childcare vouchers and more
• Van and fuel provided (for work use only)
• Smartphone & Tablet, test equipment, uniform, and PPE
• Ongoing training and progression

Please call or send CV to apply

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We’re here to create and harness knowledge, to deliver opportunity for everyone.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a Research Fellow to join the Computer Science department.

As a Research Fellow, you will contribute to the development and implementation of Cutting-edge research and innovation addressing the great challenges of how computer vision and AI technologies support and expedite crucial aspects of criminal justice processes. This position can be a valuable experience for learning more about academia, gaining advanced skills (e.g., computer vision, AI, deep learning, team working, etc.) and can be a valuable way to expand one’s research experience to become more competitive on the academic and industrial research job market.

The Computer Science department is a thriving, international community of students and staff with exceptional facilities to carry out world-class, dynamic, and responsive research addressing global challenges. We are committed to teaching and research excellence, professional practice, interdisciplinary collaborations, and partnerships.

For informal enquiries about this vacancy, you may wish to contact: Professor Ardhendu Behera, Professor of Computer Vision and AI at beheraa@edgehill.ac.uk

The main responsibilities of the Research Fellow include: -

Develop AI model/framework for cell type identification and analysis in microscopic images.

Take an active role in interacting, communicating, and collaborating with other involved institutes and stakeholders.
Provide a helping hand to others in the group/department/university to promote dynamic interdisciplinary research environment.
About You

As a Research Fellow you will have: -

Experience of engaging in personal research and the production of research outputs of a volume and standard necessary to contribute to one of the University’s REF returns.
PhD in the broad area of Computer Science/Engineering and/or Applied Mathematics
Research/work experience in computer vision, image processing, microscopic image analysis, deep learning, neural networks, artificial intelligence (AI) and strong computational skills.
You will also be: -

Innovative, ambitious, self-motivated, and willingness to work as a team player within an interdisciplinary setup.
Excited by the research and development we do and wish to be part of it.
A Self-starter to take initiatives beyond the project-related activities.
You will be able to engage in high-quality personal research and possession of the skills of a fully trained researcher and whilst being able to proactively assess, plan and progress work activities, projects and changes within own work area using initiative and judgement and further deal with sensitive situations, handle confidential business data and maintain professionalism.

Rewards & Benefits

A minimum of 48 days annual leave per annum, pro rata (inclusive of bank holiday and University closure days)
Access to a range of CPD to support your career development, with three defined pathways for progression.
Free foreign language evening classes.
Employee assistance programme with access to free confidential counselling sessions, legal & financial advice, and as health & wellbeing resources.
Automatic enrolment into the Teacher’s Pension Scheme with our employer contribution of 23.68%
Discounted membership to our onsite state-of-the-art sport and leisure facilities
Beautiful award-winning on-campus working environment.
Staff benefits scheme, which provides you with discounts across the high street, supermarket shopping, cinema tickets, dining out and more.
About Us

At Edge Hill University we believe in the life changing opportunities knowledge can create. Since 1885, we’ve been creating access to knowledge for those who may not have had the opportunity to before.

Today, the effect we have has a far-reaching impact, not just for those who come to study here but for those who work, invest in, and live in our local communities too. So, if you’ve ever wondered if one person can make a difference, simply speak to our alumni, students, and award-winning staff.

Because for us education isn’t about how much you take in. It’s about what you take out into the world.

Inspiring minds and changing futures since 1885, Edge Hill University is “A great success story… an institution that improves and impresses year after year” – Times Higher Educat

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

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  • 40 hours per week
  • 5 out of 7 days
  • £12.00 per hour
  • Heavy lifting is required
  • Early morning starts, weekend and evening work with hotel stays will be required when necessary.
    
  • Primarily floor cleaning of carpets and hard floors at clients sites at locations in Lancashire, Cumbria, Greater Manchester, Merseyside, North Wales, Cheshire, Shropshire and West Midlands
  • Over 25 with full Driving Licence essential (no more than 6 penalty points)
  • Company vehicle with equipment provided.

• As a Mobile Periodic Cleaning Supervisor at Sodexo in you will be travelling to various sites in the Lancashire area. You'll supervise multiple sites and their cleaning services to create a safe and healthy environment. You'll interact with our clients daily these sites are home to ex-offenders, and you'll be improving the quality of life in everyone you meet! Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

  What you’ll do:    

  • Primarily floor cleaning. Cleaning of carpets and hard floors at clients sites.
  • Lifting floor cleaning machines in and out of vehicles when necessary
  • Ensure completion of all requested/contracted tasks and motivate your team to effectively ensure these are completed in a timely and thorough manner.
  • Completing floor cleaning and other deep cleaning tasks at locations in Lancashire, Cumbria, Greater Manchester, Merseyside, North Wales, Cheshire, Shropshire and West Midlands
  • You’ll be provided a company vehicle along with a fuel card to visit different sites and assist your team to carry out a list of scheduled cleaning tasks.
  • In this role, you'll be given a lot of responsibility to ensure yours and you're teams tasks are carried out within the timescales given.
  • Use your own initiative in reviewing the impact that your team are having on you're site, as your leadership should pave the way of successful feedback from the client.
  • Oversee the ordering of stock and consumables such as toilet tissue, cleaning products and appliances. Also ensuring that a record of this is kept for compliance.
  • Be a champion of health and safety practices - spot a near miss? Report it to keep your colleagues safe!
  • Ensure regular safety walks are completed, to pick up any hazards.
  • Frequent feedback sessions with your team, to ensure they are confident and happy in their roles.

• What you bring:

  • Over 25 with full UK Driving Licence (no more than 6 penalty points)
  • Physically fit, as heavy lifting is required
  • Previous experience in a similar role, with knowledge of cleaning solutions and their uses is desirable, as well as some team leading experience.
  • Excellent customer service and communication skills
  • Can work at a fast pace and adapt to change when needed
  • Be a team player and take instruction

• What we offer: 

  Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

  • Flexible and dynamic work environment
  • Competitive compensation
  • Access to ongoing training and development programs
  • Countless opportunities to grow within the company

• Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today! 

SEN Teacher with experience teaching Food Technology

Location: Darwen, Lancashire, UK

Overview:

Position: SEN Food Technology Teacher
Essential Qualifications: PGCE, Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent, and evidence of ongoing professional development.
Salary Range: M1 £30,000 - UPS3 £46,525
Location: Darwen, Lancashire

About The Academy Group:

The Academy Group is a pioneering organisation committed to delivering outstanding education and care for children, young people, and adults with special educational needs and disabilities. Our independent day school in Lancashire provides specialised education for students facing Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges.

Role Description:

As a Class Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality Food Technology lessons, helping students achieve relevant accreditation's and qualifications.

Your duties will include designing and implementing lessons in accordance with DFE guidelines and school policies, managing daily classroom activities, and supervising a Teaching Assistant. You will also enforce school policies related to safeguarding and equality, closely monitor students' health and well-being, and report any concerns to appropriate teams and professionals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create a safe, nurturing environment that supports the development of SEN/ASD learners.
• Plan and deliver differentiated lessons that foster engaging and enjoyable learning experiences.
• Adapt resources to meet the needs of individual students, ensuring accessibility for all.
• Provide quality feedback to students to promote effective progress.
• Contribute to the development of essential skills such as Maths, English, and life skills.
• Uphold high standards of behaviour and learning.
• Prepare and deliver lessons that lead to recognised accreditation's or qualifications.
• Inspire and motivate students through effective teaching.
• Use regular assessments to monitor student progress and set targets.
• Maintain accurate student data to enhance teaching effectiveness.
• Positively contribute to the school community, reflecting the values of the Academy Group.

Candidate Requirements:

Successful candidates will likely demonstrate:

• Qualified Teacher Status
• Strong knowledge of the curriculum and adaptation for SEN pupils
• Experience working with young people with ASD
• Preferable experience in delivering BTEC home cooking or similar courses
• Understanding of safeguarding principles and child protection procedures
• Ability to build and maintain nurturing relationships with students
• Experience managing various learning approaches, including students with anxiety
• Knowledge of strategies to engage reluctant learners
• Flexibility and creativity in teaching methods

What's on Offer?

Training and Development:
We support continuous learning for our employees, offering various programs and opportunities to enhance skills and advance careers.

Save on Your Bills:
Through Perkbox, employees can access deals and discounts on groceries, phone plans, dining, gym memberships, insurance, and more, including a cycle-to-work scheme and car scheme.

Competitive Pay and Rewards:
The Academy Group ensures pay and rewards are competitive with market rates, offering enhanced annual leave, company sick pay, pension, and life assurance.

UK Health Cash Plan:
This plan covers daily healthcare expenses like optician and dental bills. Employees and their children are covered, with options to add a partner.

Employee Assistance Programme:
Support for health and wellbeing is available through online tools, information, and a 24/7 freephone counselling service.

Refer a Friend:
Receive £1,000 for referring a friend.

Note: Successful candidates will undergo pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of students with special educational needs and want to be part of a supportive and dynamic team, we want to hear from you. Apply now, and we'll get back to you promptly. For more information, contact Paul Hirchfield at 01293 527416

DT Teacher with a specialism of Food Technology and a passion for working in SEN required in Darwen...

Location: Darwen, Lancashire, UK

Overview:

Position: Food Technology Teacher (SEN)
Essential Qualifications: PGCE, Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent, with evidence of ongoing professional development.
Salary Range: M1 £30,000 - UPS3 £46,525
Location: Darwen

About The Academy Group:

The Academy Group is a pioneering organisation committed to providing outstanding education and care for children, young people, and adults with special educational needs and disabilities. Our independent day school in Lancashire specialises in educating students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges.

Role Description:

As a Class Teacher, your primary responsibility will be delivering high-quality Food Technology instruction, guiding students towards achieving relevant accreditation's and qualifications.

You will design and implement lessons in line with DFE guidelines and school policies. Daily classroom management, including the supervision of a Teaching Assistant, will be part of your duties. You'll also ensure the application of school policies, especially those related to safeguarding and equality, and closely monitor the health and well-being of students, reporting any concerns to the appropriate teams and professionals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create a safe, nurturing environment that supports the development of SEN/ASD learners.
• Plan and deliver differentiated lessons that foster engaging and enjoyable learning experiences.
• Adapt resources to meet the needs of individual students, ensuring accessibility for all.
• Provide quality feedback to students to promote effective progress.
• Contribute to the development of essential skills such as Maths, English, and life skills.
• Uphold high standards of behaviour and learning.
• Prepare and deliver lessons that lead to recognised accreditation or qualifications.
• Inspire and motivate students through effective teaching.
• Use regular assessments to monitor student progress and set targets.
• Maintain accurate student data to enhance teaching effectiveness.
• Positively contribute to the school community, reflecting the Group's values.

Candidate Requirements:

Successful candidates will likely demonstrate:

• Qualified Teacher Status
• Strong knowledge of the curriculum and its adaptation for SEN pupils
• Experience working with young people with ASD
• Preferable experience in delivering BTEC home cooking or similar courses
• Understanding of safeguarding principles and child protection procedures
• Ability to build and maintain nurturing relationships with students
• Experience managing various learning approaches, including students with anxiety
• Knowledge of strategies to engage reluctant learners
• Flexibility and creativity in teaching methods

What's on Offer?

Training and Development:
The school supports continuous learning for its employees, offering various programs and opportunities to enhance skills and advance careers.

Save on Your Bills:
Through Perkbox, employees can access deals and discounts on groceries, phone plans, dining, gym memberships, insurance, and more, including a cycle-to-work scheme and car scheme.

Competitive Pay and Rewards:
The Group ensures pay and rewards are competitive with market rates, offering enhanced annual leave, company sick pay, pension, and life assurance.

UK Health Cash Plan:
This plan covers daily healthcare expenses like optician and dental bills. Employees and their children are covered, with options to add a partner.

Employee Assistance Programme:
Support for health and wellbeing is available through online tools, information, and a 24/7 freephone counselling service.

Refer a Friend:
Receive £1,000 for referring a friend.

Successful candidates will undergo pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of students with special educational needs and want to be part of a supportive and dynamic team, we want to hear from you. Apply now, and we'll get back to you promptly or call Paul Hirchfield on 01293 527416 for more information.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Join Team FCAT

FCAT is a large Multi Academy Trust with 10 academies (primary, secondary and all-through schools) and our central services team - we are committed to promoting excellence in teaching, learning and leadership. Please visit our website to find out more www.fcat.org.uk

This is an exciting opportunity for which we require a resilient, passionate and driven professional to quickly achieve results. You must have the desire to work with pride, ambition, respect, resilience, integrity and excellence so we can be the “best we can be!”. We offer you access to a number of staff benefits including exclusive online offers and discounts, cycle to work scheme, membership of the generous Teachers Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme, as well as health and wellbeing initiatives. We are committed to our Team FCAT Work and Wellbeing Charter.

What the school offers its staff

What we can offer you:

• Membership of the Teachers Pension Scheme (TPS) or Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with employer contributions above 15%.
• Access to free health support services via an App for all staff to access online GP appointments, physiotherapy, counselling, CBT, stress and anxiety coaching as well as advice on health, finance, legal matters.
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free annual flu vaccine
• Blackpool Council travel discount
• Childcare voucher scheme
• Free eye tests

Commitment to our Team FCAT Work and Wellbeing Charter

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.

Are you passionate about design and technology?

Do you have a practical background and confidence to use a variety of workshop and catering equipment?

Do you enjoy working with students and supporting them in their learning? If yes, then we may have an exciting interim opportunity for you!

Hays Education are looking for a temporary food technology technician to join the dynamic and creative food technology team within this school based in the Lytham area. You will be responsible for providing timely and effective technical assistance to all teaching staff, supporting them in achieving the aims and objectives of the department and the school.

This temporary role is to be worked from 8.30-4pm Monday to Friday term time only. Part time applicants can also be considered.

Your new role

• Preparing, setting up and checking equipment for food technology lessons.
• Supporting teaching staff and students during lessons with anything practical
• Putting away equipment after lessons and ensuring a safe environment
• Organising and storing equipment and checking stock
• Maintaining and modifying equipment as needed
• Administrative tasks such as ordering materials and stock, keeping records and updating resources
• Organising and storing students' work

What you'll need to succeed

• Relevant qualifications in catering, food, design or technology related activities or equivalent experience
• Good knowledge of design technology techniques, kitchen equipment and materials
• Commitment to health and safety in schools
• Strong commitment to supporting students' learning and achievement

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this type of food technician role in Lytham, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Are you looking for your next move as a Technical Support Engineer?

Do you love to give excellent customer service to a business, both in person and via the phone?

Are you a whizz at troubleshooting and solving technical issues?

Then this Technical Support Engineer role could be perfect for you!

Especially if you love a bit of banter and having a laugh at work!

To find out more, read on…

As a Technical Support Engineer, your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting customers over the phone and in person at the workshop
• Inspecting and diagnosing problems with products and carrying out repairs
• Ensuring all processes are followed, including using internal systems
• Ensuring customer records are up to date
• Liaising with and communicating with other departments

We are looking for a Technical Support Engineer who has the following skills and experience:

• Ideally 1-2 years of experience in a technical support role
• A naturally high level of technical competency and comprehension
• Excellent interpersonal skills, telephone manner, and communication skills
• Patient, friendly and enjoy talking to people
• A positive and proactive personality, with good problem-solving skills

In return, the successful Technical Support Engineer will receive a salary of £25,000, plus excellent company benefits including:

• Development opportunities
• Company events and parties
• 28 days holiday
• Employee assistance programme
• Company pension


To apply for this Technical Support Engineer role, send your CV over today!

What skills and experience we're looking for



Join Team FCAT



FCAT is a large Multi Academy Trust with 10 academies (primary, secondary and all-through schools) and our central services team - we are committed to promoting excellence in teaching, learning and leadership. Please visit our website to find out more www.fcat.org.uk



This is an exciting opportunity for which we require a resilient, passionate and driven professional to quickly achieve results. You must have the desire to work with pride, ambition, respect, resilience, integrity and excellence so we can be the “best we can be!”. We offer you access to a number of staff benefits including exclusive online offers and discounts, cycle to work scheme, membership of the generous Teachers Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme, as well as health and wellbeing initiatives. We are committed to our Team FCAT Work and Wellbeing Charter.



Our Academy



Unity Academy is an all through school for children aged 2-16, we are an inclusive academy which is committed to providing the best possible education for all the children within our care. Our curriculum is developed to ensure progression across all ages with many of our systems and processes being designed to work for children right the way through the school. The school motto is ‘In Unity, we succeed’ and this is at the heart of what we believe, In Unity everyone works together to be successful. The staff team and supportive ethos amongst colleagues is second to none and this complements the support, care and guidance we provide to children.



This post represents an excellent opportunity for any individual who wishes to join a strong team at our academy as we continue our journey to being the best we can be.



What the school offers its staff



What we can offer you:



• Membership of the Teachers Pension Scheme (TPS) or Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with employer contributions above 15%.
• Access to free health support services via an App for all staff to access online GP appointments, physiotherapy, counselling, CBT, stress and anxiety coaching as well as advice on health, finance, legal matters.
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free annual flu vaccine
• Blackpool Council travel discount
• Childcare voucher scheme
• Free eye tests
• Commitment to our Team FCAT Work and Wellbeing Charter

















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.

What skills and experience we're looking for



We are looking for an enthusiastic and energetic Design and Technology Technician, to provide technical support to the staff and pupils within a vibrant Technology Department in an outstanding school.



This is an exciting and varied role which involves supporting with the preparation of resources and equipment, assisting in classrooms during lessons and maintaining equipment and health and safety. You must be able to work both independently and as part of a team, show initiative and enthusiasm for design technology, and enjoy working with students.



A working knowledge of a range of D&T techniques (e.g. Graphics, Resistant Materials, Construction) with a level 2 qualification in a relevant subject area is essential, together with and a knowledge of, or willingness to learn about CAD/CAM.



DATA Safe Working Practices training will be provided.



• We are looking for someone who:
• Has an NVQ Level 2 or above in a related subject or equivalent experience
• Experience of using engineering equipment and machinery, including centre lathes, pillar drills, band & circular saws, as well as experience of CAD/CAM
• Have a knowledge and understanding of relevant health and safety risks in the design technology area
• Experience of using ICT to support completion of work tasks
• Has good communication and interpersonal skills to give technical advice and guidance to others both spoken and in writing and build effective working relationships with pupils and staff across the school
• Able to work on own initiative















What the school offers its staff



Working for The Blue Coat School means that you would be part of the Cranmer Education Trust, a successful, growing Trust which prides itself on looking after its people, offering a high level of support and access to expertise. This is an excellent time to join the team, as we develop collaborative structures and systems to enhance and support our growing family of schools.



For further details please visit https://careers.cranmereducationtrust.com/.



We offer:



• Opportunities for professional development in a growing Trust
• LGPS career average pension scheme including life insurance and dependent's pension
• Generous holiday entitlement and sick pay scheme, increasing with length of service
• Central Oldham location close to good transport networks









Further details about the role



Alongside The Blue Coat School, the Trust is made up of primary and secondary schools across Oldham and Rochdale. The Trust also incorporates a teacher training school and the East Manchester Teaching Hub and a MFL hub, which support the training and development of new and existing teachers across the North West of England. For further details please visit https://careers.cranmereducationtrust.com/.



Commitment to safeguarding

The Blue Coat School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. For further information please refer to: The Cranmer Education Trust’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy: Trust Policies | Cranmer Education Trust

We are currently looking to recruit a Technical Documentation professional with a strong background and knowledge of Technical Authoring / Writing for an established and rapidly expanding engineering and manufacturing business in the Northwest. With over 25 years' experience they have grown to become a key supplier of electromechanical products world-wide.

With an exceptionally robust order book and exciting plans to grow further via new market and product development, there has never been a more exciting time to join my client.

Main Responsibilities:

• Generation and delivery of Technical Publication Documents to customers, potentially including Product Manuals, Repair Manuals, User Guides, Service Bulletins, CMM's, Service Letters, Temporary Revisions and Service Manuals
• Utilising technical drawings, sketches, engineering schematics, and other technical sources to create comprehensible and user-friendly content
• Work closely with engineering, production, and service teams to ensure documentation accurately reflects product specifications and operational procedures
• Ensuring all technical documentation and equipment complies with industry standards and regulatory requirements
• Implement and maintain documentation project timelines and deliverables, ensuring timely completion within set deadlines
• Continuously update and improve documentation in response to product modifications, customer feedback, and regulatory changes
• Use a variety of documentation tools and software to create professional-quality documents
• Assisting in the development and maintenance of the document management system

Key Experience Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Technical Writer, Technical Author, or similar role, preferably in a technical engineering and/or manufacturing environments. Previous experience of the Aerospace, Defence or integrated appliance industry sectors would be highly desirable
• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills, with a keen eye for detail
• Can translate complex technical information into clear, concise, and user-friendly documentation that meets the needs of their diverse customers
• Proficient in the use of technical documentation tools and software
• CAD Skills would be advantageous, but not essential
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations related to the aerospace and or aviation industry sector would be highly beneficial
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and be part of a company that will value your skills and can offer excellent career progression opportunities, apply now for this exciting opportunity.

What skills and experience we're looking for

• Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for a Director of Learning for Technology with a proven track record of success in improving standards and raising pupil outcomes. We want to hear from talented middle leaders looking to extend their experience, and outstanding, ambitious teachers seeking their first middle leadership post.

As an experienced teacher, you will develop an exciting curriculum that suits every type of learner and have the resolve to make a real difference to the lives of our young people. The successful candidate will be a committed team player with excellent organisational and motivational skills.

You will be able to demonstrate the ability to lead a successful faculty drawing on your extensive teaching and leadership experience. As a Star middle leader, you’ll join the Star Academies family, a high-performing and supportive network of primary and secondary schools with some of the best leaders in education.

You will have:


• A degree-level qualification and Qualified Teacher Status.
• The ability to teach to GCSE standard.
• The ability to coach and motivate colleagues to achieve individual and collective targets.
• Experience of sustained delivery of outstanding attainment and achievement.
• Experience of innovation and creativity to engage, enthuse and progress learners.



What the school offers its staff



About Oulder Hill Leadership Academy

Oulder Hill Leadership Academy is a secondary school for 11 to 16 year olds in Rochdale. We joined Star Academies in 2021 and, like all Star schools, we have a leadership specialism.

We are a rapidly improving school with high ambitions and expectations for all of our pupils. We provide a knowledge-based academic curriculum alongside a rich and diverse leadership programme that grows character and inspires charitable and social action. Our pursuit of educational excellence is based upon our fundamental belief that every pupil has the capacity to become a successful and inspirational leader.



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.

What skills and experience we're looking for



Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for an outstanding teacher with a proven track record of success and raising pupil outcomes. As a Star teacher, you’ll join the Star Academies family, a high-performing and supportive network of primary and secondary schools with some of the best teachers in education.

The successful candidate will have the ability to deliver quality teaching that drives achievement and inspires a love of learning. You will be able to demonstrate experience of achieving positive outcomes for pupils, as well as being passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people. As a committed team player, you will have excellent organisational skills and the natural ability to motivate both pupils and peers.

You will have:

• A degree-level qualification and Qualified Teacher Status.
• The ability to teach to GCSE standard.
• Experience of sustained delivery of outstanding attainment and achievement.
• Experience of innovation and creativity to engage, enthuse and progress learners.



What the school offers its staff



About Highfield Leadership Academy

Highfield Leadership Academy is a state-of-the-art secondary school for 11 to 16 year olds in Blackpool. We joined Star Academies in 2016 and, like all Star schools, we have a leadership specialism.

We are a rapidly improving school with high ambitions and expectations for all of our pupils. We provide a knowledge-based academic curriculum alongside a rich and diverse leadership programme that grows character and inspires charitable and social action. Our pursuit of educational excellence is based upon our fundamental belief that every pupil has the capacity to become a successful and inspirational leader.



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.

Senior Software Engineer

We're hiring for a Senior Software Engineer; you'll develop and maintain software products that make up citizen services and contribute towards their design.

Salary between £52,412 - £78,517 p.a. plus 27.9% employer pension contributions, hybrid hub / home working, flexible hours, and great work life balance.

Location

This role may be located in one of the following locations: Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield. We work a hybrid model - some time at home, some time in the office.

DWP. Digital with Purpose.

DWP is the UK's largest government department that helps people into work and makes payments worth over £195bn a year to support millions of daily users.

You will be part of changing the face of public services with the potential to dramatically transform the future of millions of people.

You and Your Role

You will support and develop our legacy services, which are responsible for paying £150bn to over 15m customers each year.

We want to build and maintain our core systems, contributing to DWPs goal of supporting some of the most vulnerable people in society by building demanding and exciting future digital services for the UK Government. You'll be flexible in supporting across applications, transforming business requirements into production ready code.

You will be responsible for the operational stability of the products you build, and be in a position to effect change in the on-going robustness and resilience of those products and carry out agreed infrastructure maintenance tasks.

You'll be leading a team of engineers in addition to collaborating and providing leadership to a multi-functional team supporting our applications.

Provide 3rd line support on products developed, including out of hours support as and when required.

Your Essential Skills:

• Knowledge and experience of COBOL/MicroFocus COBOL, in a Windows and Linux environment.
• Experience of coaching, mentoring, and developing colleagues. Experience in stakeholder management and influencing decisions.
• Awareness/knowledge of Tuxedo, RHEL and scripting languages.
• Awareness/knowledge of open source technologies and tools such as Python and SQL. Knowledge and experience of using SQL to query databases to extract specific information/data.
• Awareness of test-driven development, business driven development.
• Awareness of automated test suites and how they support a continuous deployment environment.

Details. Wages. Perks.

In return for your skills, we pay between £52,412 - £78,517 per annum.

You will also receive a brilliant civil service pension, with employer contributions of 27.9%-30.3% worth £19,494 - £23,555 each year.

Plus, a generous leave package starting at 26 days, rising over time to 31 days.

We also have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes:

• Flexible working, flexi hours and flexi days
• Hybrid working: some time in a hub with the team, some time at home
• Family-friendly policies
• Time off volunteering and charitable giving
• Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP'
• Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more
• Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket
• Sports and social activities
• Working in an award-winning environment and culture
• Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities.

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