Are you looking for a Kurdish interpreter job in Jarrow? Do you want flexible hours with competitive rates? We are urgently recruiting for freelance interpreters to work within various settings such as the NHS, Local Authorities, Police, Probation and other public and private organisations. Established in 2001, Language Empire provides professional interpreting and translation services to the public and private sectors across the UK. We have been offering our services in the UK for over 20 years, covering hundreds of basic languages and dialects across the UK. If you can speak one or more foreign languages and would like a crucial role involving politics, business, health care and public service, this could be the role for you! We are currently recruiting for: Face-to-Face Interpreters Telephone Interpreters Video Interpreters Translators Please note this is a self-employed position The Job Interpreting involves listening to, understanding and memorizing content in the original ‘source’ language, then reproducing the speech into the ‘target’ language with 100% accuracy. You will: Interpret for people using legal, health and local government services Check the non-English speakers understanding after each sentence Conference, consecutive and public service interpreting Dealing with highly confidential information Liaise between the service user and service provider Requirements Fluent in English and another language All applicants must have the right to work in the UK You must be aged 21 or over Formal qualifications such as: Diploma in Public Service Interpreting (DPSI) Community Interpreting NRPSI, CIOL, ITI registered is advantageous Degree in Translation/Interpreting/Languages Any other interpreting related qualification Benefits Flexible working to fit around your schedule Work from the comfort of your own home Be your own boss Ongoing help and support from our dedicated in-house team Continuous professional development and support Once your registration has been approved, you will be contacted for any job opportunities in and around your locality.

**Job description** Power Up Your Career with Tritility! Are you a confident communicator with a drive to succeed? Want to join a fast-growing, people-first business where your efforts are recognised, rewarded, and celebrated? We're Tritility, an award-winning B2B energy consultancy on a mission to make businesses more efficient --- and we're looking for an Energy Consultant to help us do just that. We are committed to making sure our employees reap rewards of commitment and great performance. You will enjoy a secure, supportive, and progressive working environment, where your contribution and achievements will be recognised and rewarded. As an Energy Consultant you'll join a team that genuinely supports your growth, success, and wellbeing --- with benefits that go way beyond the basics: * Competitive salary up to £50,000 DOE + Commissions * Up to 40 days annual leave including bank holidays, service days and additional leave over the festive period. * Your birthday off paid -- with a gift! * Buy and sell holiday scheme -- flexibility when you need it * Private Health Insurance + £600 cashback for dental \& optical * Fully funded gym membership -- because wellbeing matters * 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme + financial advice * Volunteer Day -- a paid day off to support a charity of your choice * Fully funded social events, nights out \& team celebrations * Work anniversary \& birthday gifts. * Weekly recognition in our Employee Appreciation Fridays. * Relaxed dress code, dress-down Fridays \& 3pm finish on Fridays * Free parking **Why Tritility:** Tritility, are a growing business energy and water consultancy based in the North East- working with the UK's leading energy suppliers, we help organisations to reduce their utility costs and reduce their environmental impact. Founded in 2019, in six years we have grown from a team of two founders to over 130 + employees. As an Energy Consultant, you'll be connecting with businesses to generate qualified leads, build relationships, and help organisations make better energy choices. If you're looking to build a career in an ambitious company that values its people, now's the time to join us. **About You:** Naturally, given your experience in a similar role, you will be confident, tenacious and resilient. Most importantly, you'll be ambitious and motivated by success. **Required Skills:** * Confident, resilient, and target-driven * Motivated by success and personal growth * Skilled in B2B energy sales (or a similar outbound sales role) * Able to build rapport fast and maintain a professional phone manner This is an office-based role in Jarrow, just south of Newcastle. Working hours: Mon--Thurs: 8:30am--5:00pm Friday: 9:00am--3:00pm --- start your weekend early!

Are you looking for a Kurdish interpreter job in Rowlands Gill? Do you want flexible hours with competitive rates? We are urgently recruiting for freelance interpreters to work within various settings such as the NHS, Local Authorities, Police, Probation and other public and private organisations. Established in 2001, Language Empire provides professional interpreting and translation services to the public and private sectors across the UK. We have been offering our services in the UK for over 20 years, covering hundreds of basic languages and dialects across the UK. If you can speak one or more foreign languages and would like a crucial role involving politics, business, health care and public service, this could be the role for you! We are currently recruiting for: Face-to-Face Interpreters Telephone Interpreters Video Interpreters Translators Please note this is a self-employed position The Job Interpreting involves listening to, understanding and memorizing content in the original ‘source’ language, then reproducing the speech into the ‘target’ language with 100% accuracy. You will: Interpret for people using legal, health and local government services Check the non-English speakers understanding after each sentence Conference, consecutive and public service interpreting Dealing with highly confidential information Liaise between the service user and service provider Requirements Fluent in English and another language All applicants must have the right to work in the UK You must be aged 21 or over Formal qualifications such as: Diploma in Public Service Interpreting (DPSI) Community Interpreting NRPSI, CIOL, ITI registered is advantageous Degree in Translation/Interpreting/Languages Any other interpreting related qualification Benefits Flexible working to fit around your schedule Work from the comfort of your own home Be your own boss Ongoing help and support from our dedicated in-house team Continuous professional development and support Once your registration has been approved, you will be contacted for any job opportunities in and around your locality.

Part-Time | Permanent | £12.60 per hour | 6.5 hours per week Are you looking for a meaningful weekend role where you can make a real difference? At Belong Macclesfield, located on Kennedy Avenue, we’re proud to be an innovative, not-for-profit organisation specialising in person-centred care for older people — with a particular focus on dementia care. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for experienced and compassionate Weekend Care Assistants to join our team and help us create a safe, calm and supportive environment for our residents during the night. About the Role You’ll be working in one of our welcoming Households, alongside a friendly and dedicated team. Your role will be to support residents with their overnight needs, ensuring they feel secure, comfortable and cared for. Expected Hours: 6.5 hours per week Weekend shifts only Must be available to attend a paid 4-day induction (held over 2 weeks, 2 full days per week) What You’ll Do Provide personal care and support with bedtime routines Offer reassurance and companionship to residents who wake during the night Assist with medication management and wellbeing monitoring Support residents living with dementia with sensitivity and understanding Help maintain a peaceful, homely environment Upload daily notes and updates to care plans What We’re Looking For A minimum of a Care Certificate or Level 2 NVQ in Health & Social Care Experience in elderly or dementia care A warm, caring nature and a person-centred approach Good communication and teamwork skills Reliable, calm and able to work independently What We Offer Competitive pay – £12.60 per hour Free DBS check Paid Blue Light Card Early Pay Release Scheme Employee Assistance Programme Paid induction and training Occupational Health support Career development opportunities Colleague recognition events Personal pension scheme Subsidised meals, tea and coffee in our Village Bistro Enhanced Colleague Referral Scheme We welcome applications from eligible candidates. Please note we are unable to sponsor overseas applicants. An Enhanced DBS check is required as part of the recruitment process. You can view the DBS Code of Practice here. https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dbs-code-of-practice If you’re ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others — even during the quietest hours — we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help us create a place where everyone belongs.

**About Us:** Northumberland Luxury Stays offers an exceptional experience to our guests, providing high-end, beautiful accommodation in some of the most stunning locations in Northumberland. Our aim is to deliver a top-quality experience to every guest, ensuring that each stay is nothing short of perfect. We are looking for a dedicated and reliable cleaner to join our team and help us maintain the luxury standards our guests expect. **Job Description:** We are looking for an enthusiastic cleaner who takes pride in their work to join our team. The role will involve cleaning our luxury properties across Northumberland, ensuring that every space is spotless and welcoming for guests. This is a part-time position, with a flexible working schedule spread across weekdays and weekends, making it ideal for someone seeking work that fits around other commitments. **Key Responsibilities:** * Cleaning and maintaining guest rooms, bathrooms, kitchens, and communal areas to a high standard * Ensuring all properties are clean, fresh, and ready for new guests * Maintaining cleanliness in all areas of the property, including common areas and exterior spaces * Managing cleaning supplies and reporting any issues to the management team * Following health and safety procedures and using appropriate cleaning materials * Attention to detail in all cleaning tasks * Working in a team or independently as required **Skills \& Experience:** * Previous cleaning experience preferred, ideally in a hospitality or luxury accommodation setting * Reliable and punctual * High standards of cleanliness and attention to detail * Good communication skills * Ability to work independently and as part of a team * Flexibility to work across weekends and weekdays * A positive, can-do attitude and a commitment to delivering excellent service to guests **Benefits:** * Competitive pay at £13 per hour, paid monthly * Flexible working hours (16 hours per week) * A supportive and friendly working environment * Opportunity to work in a beautiful location with high-end properties If you are passionate about delivering top-tier service and want to be part of a growing business, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join Northumberland Luxury Stays and be part of our dynamic team! Job Type: Part-time Pay: £13.00 per hour Expected hours: 16 per week Language: * English (preferred) Work Location: In person Application deadline: 27/07/2025 Reference ID: NLSCL/07 Expected start date: 11/07/2025

A fantastic opportunity is available for a quality and admin manager to be come part of expanding engineering business. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the companies quality systems ISO 9001, 15001 and 45001 and general administration based in the Stockton office. The Candidate most have the following attributes: Experience in managing ISO 9001, 15001 and 45001 quality systems. Excellent Communication Skills Proactive and Self Motivated Previous administration experience Strong organisational / administrative skills Computer literate and experience with Microsoft Word and Excel essential. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £15.00-£18.00 per hour Schedule: * Monday to Friday Ability to commute/relocate: * Stockton-on-Tees: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Work Location: In person Reference ID: ESNE-JA-0051

**Job Ref:**INT23417 **Branch:**Crowne Plaza - Newcastle Stephenson Quarter **Location:**Crowne Plaza - Newcastle Stephenson Quarter, Newcastle Upon Tyne **Salary/Benefits:**£12.71 per hour **Contract type:**Permanent **Hours:**Part Time **Shift pattern:**evenings, weekend, early mornings late finishes possible **Hours per week:**0 **Posted date:**07/07/2025 **Closing date:**09/08/2025 **Who are we?** Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA are a division of the global Aimbridge Hospitality brand. We're passionate about connecting great people to great experiences in exciting destinations, working with brands such as Hilton, IHG, Accor, Marriott and everything in between. From the rich diversity of our people and locations to our "people first" approach to business, the Aimbridge experience is like no other. **What is in it for you?** As part of the Aimbridge team, you will have access to industry leading benefits that include * Industry leading training and leadership development opportunities * Hotel discounts portfolio wide -- Staff rates and up to 50% discount on food beverage and spa * Wagestream -- Stream up to 40% pay as it is earned and set automatic savings to support your financial wellbeing. * 24/7 access to our employee assistance programme * Uncapped incentives to reward you for your contributions * Staff meals on duty * Starting salary above NMW * Flexible shift patterns **A day in the life of...** A Day in the Life of a Food Beverage Assistant at Crowne Plaza Newcastle. Join our dedicated Food Beverage team here at the Crowne Plaza in Newcastle where no two days are the same! As a Food Beverage Assistant, you'll play a key role across our Gin bar, Hawthorns Restaurant, and function areas---serving guests, supporting events, and ensuring every visitor enjoys an exceptional experience. **What to Expect:** * Shifts can include early mornings (6.30 am) and some late finishes (2am), so reliable transport to and from the hotel is essential. * You'll work flexibly across different FB departments depending on business needs. * Providing excellent customer service will be at the heart of your role, whether you're serving breakfast, supporting a wedding, or welcoming guests at the bar. * You'll uphold our brand standards, take pride in your work, and contribute to a positive team environment. **What We're Looking For:** * A hard-working, reliable individual with a positive approach to work. * Someone with a genuine passion for hospitality and delivering outstanding customer experiences. * A team player who can stay calm under pressure and adapt to a variety of tasks and environments. **What We Offer:** * Free use of our on-site Mineral House gym and pool * Free on-site staff car parking * A wide range of staff welfare and well-being support * Ongoing training and career development opportunities within our hotel and wider group * If you're enthusiastic about hospitality and enjoy working in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment, we'd love to hear from you! **At Aimbridge, we recognise that people are the heart of our business. As a Global leader, we are committed to representing our global community and offering everyone 'A Place to Grow'** **So, click apply today, we'd love to welcome you to our inclusive team shaping the future of hospitality.** What's your passion? Whether you're into swimming, travelling or reading at Crowne Plaza we're interested in YOU. We employ people who apply the same amount of care and passion to their jobs as they do their hobbies - people who put our guests at the heart of everything they do. And we're looking for more people like this to join our friendly and professional team.

Sharepoint Engineer (m/f/d) The Mitsubishi Chemical Group is a specialty materials provider with an unwavering commitment to forging innovative solutions. We possess extensive expertise and leadership in material science within the core market segments of Mobility, Digital, Food and Healthcare. By providing advanced chemistry-based solutions our 70,000 employees enable industry transformation, develop technological advancements, and create more fruitful lives for the global population. **About the position** You are responsible for the management and administration of the SharePoint Online environment within EMEA region in relation to SharePoint initiatives. In this position you will serves as the technical link to business stakeholders in creating and maintaining a successful and positive user experience for the SharePoint environment.You will facilitate the successful implementation and management of SharePoint and associated Microsoft application solutions using best practice methods, will aid user adoption, and contribute to the overall effectiveness of M365 initiatives. Whilst there is a focus on SharePoint, you will also support the development of Power Platform initiatives. **Your Responsibilities** * Facilitate the execution of Microsoft 365 projects, with a primary focus on SharePoint initiatives * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project coordination and communication * Manage permission structures to ensure correct access to SharePoint sites, document libraries and other resources * Selected troubleshooting and resolving SharePoint issues or malfunctions related to projects * Reviewing reports and making adjustments to ensure optimized user-experiences * Keeping up to date with SharePoint developments and performing updates and upgrades where required * Collaborate with the digital infrastructure workplace team to develop and deliver user training programs for SharePoint * Create and maintain technical documentation associated with SharePoint solutions * Support the development of Power Apps and Power Automate flows **Your Experience** * Associates degree or university degree in IT * Seveal years' experience working with SharePoint * Proven experience in problem solving, with a focus on SharePoint initiatives * Proactive approach to identifying potential issues and proposing solutions * Strong interest in how IT applications can enable and develop effective business productivity, as well as a technical orientation to understand and exploit Microsoft 365 technologies * Fluent in English, any other related language like German would be a plus **What could you expect?** Our corporate culture is based on the values of integrity, respect, bravery, collaboration, and persistence, we call it "Our Way". With our approach, together we can shape a more sustainable, progressive and brighter version of the world. We believe in the power of people with diverse values, viewpoints, and expertise. Our aim is the wellbeing of people and the planet -- a concept we call KAITEKI. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment. Are you curious about this position? Become part of our team and contribute with your talents. Send us your application via our Application Portal

**SPAR Retail Assistant** **Contract Type:** Permanent **Hours of work:**16 hours per week **Location:** SPAR Blyth, 19 Brierley Road, Blyth, Northumberland, NE24 5PP **Salary:**Competitive Through our company owned stores division, G\&E Murgatroyd, we own and operate over 160 SPAR stores across the north of England and are proud to offer our customers a modern and convenient shopping experience. Our SPAR colleagues from retail stores to Head office are an amazing and integral part of the James Hall \& Co family. We understand the importance of our stores in the communities they serve, and we are excited to continue expanding in the future. **More About the Role** As a Retail Assistant you will be at the forefront of providing amazing service to our customers! You will have the opportunity to work with an amazing team and take advantage of development opportunities through apprenticeships and in house training. **Here's What You Can Expect to be Doing** * Maximise sales by delivering excellent customer service. * Controlling costs and waste * Till operation and cash handling * Controlling and replenishing stock levels * Maintaining security within the store according to Company procedures **A Few Things About You** We need individuals who are reliable, hardworking and passionate about customer service! We will offer full training so don't worry if this is your first job in retail. We will also support you in any way we can if you want to take advantage of the development and progression opportunities we can offer you. **Why choose us?** **Loyalty Award --**You are the most important part of our business and the relationships you build with our customers is what makes us special. As a new store colleague, you will receive an additional £0.55 per hour which will paid to you in a lump sum on the pay day after your anniversary date. **Apprenticeships and further training**-- We believe in investing in our colleagues and that is why you will have ample opportunity to gain relevant qualifications and progress within the business. **Staff Discount**-- We want to make a difference where we can, that is why you will receive a current store discount of 20%. **Learning and Development**-- We want all of our colleagues to reach their full potential. That is why you will benefit from our in-house learning and development team who will provide you access to fully funded accredited training and industry recognised qualifications. **Grocery Aid -** We work with the national charity Grocery Aid to provide all colleagues a 24/7 helpline service that is free, independent and confidential. Grocery Aid also offer a wide range of other fantastic services to support you when you need it across financial, practical and emotional issues. **Please note if we receive a high number of applicants, we may close the advert early. We advise interested candidates to submit their applications promptly to avoid disappointment.**

Reporting directly to the Depot Team Leader, as a Vehicle Delivery Driver you will be responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of goods and materials to designated locations. The role involves operating various types of vehicles, ensuring compliance with traffic laws, maintaining the vehicle in good condition, and providing excellent customer service at all times. At Leader Online, we are guided by our values of Teamwork, Care, Customer Centricity, Respect, and Integrity. We are looking for someone who shares these values and can demonstrate them in their daily work. Please note that this role requires a basic DBS check as part of our commitment to safety and responsibility. Key Responsibilities Driving and Navigation ·       Operate vehicle to transport goods to a specified destinations in line with schedules  ·       Follow planned routes and adhere to schedules ·       Use navigation systems to optimise travel routes and avoid traffic delays. Safety and Compliance ·       Adhere to all road safety and traffic regulations and always drive the vehicle in line with statutory and legislative regulations. ·       Conduct daily vehicle checks and report any maintenance or delivery issues in a timely fashion. ·       Ensure the safety of passengers and goods during transit. ·       Ensure the Health and Safety of you and others by carrying out all activities in a manner that promotes safety. ·       Accurate loading, unloading and delivering orders to customers OTIF. ·       Ensure products are packed safely and secured with straps etc, so as not to be damaged in transit. ·       Use driving App and ensure compliance to all required driving standards and maintain compliance with telematics and driving rules. ·       Heavy lifting, moving, protecting, wrapping, and managing all products with all due care and attention.  ·       Use equipment respectfully, safely and as trained including vehicles, phones, computers.  ·       Use phones for work matters only and when legally safe to do so. Vehicle Maintenance  ·       Perform basic vehicle maintenance tasks, such as checking oil, water, tyres and lights. ·       Keep the vehicle clean and well-maintained and smoke free; smoking is not permitted in vehicles.  ·       Inform the Depot Team Leader of any servicing requirements and repairs. ·       Report any issues, vehicle defects or delivery problems daily in a timely fashion. Documentation and record keeping ·       Accurately checking and verifying all stock is correct on your vehicle for each all orders. ·       Maintain accurate records of mileage, fuel consumption and any incidents or accidents.  ·       Complete delivery or transport paperwork and obtain necessary signatures. ·       Receipt and despatch all orders accurately and securely in line with Leader’s SOP’s. Customer service  ·       Provide a courteous and professional service to customers at all times. ·       Always show dignity and respect with customers, colleagues, drivers and visitors.   Company objectives ·       Supporting all other areas of the business as and when required including working in the warehouse. ·       Participate actively in continuous process improvement projects, seek ways to develop and maximise customer service levels. ·       Ensure all business and individual key performance indicators are met. ·       Contribute actively to achieving departmental service level and targets Requirements   ·       Valid UK driving licence appropriate for the vehicle type (e.g., Category B for cars, Category C for lorries). ·       Hold a clean driving record.  ·       Excellent knowledge of UK road networks and traffic laws and familiarity with using GPS and other navigation tools. ·       Basic mechanical skills for vehicle checks and minor repairs.  ·       Strong communication skills.  ·       Ability to work independently and manage time effectively. ·       Reliable and punctual with a strong sense of responsibility.  ·       Flexibility working an average of 45 hrs per week Benefits ·   Generous Holiday Allowance Enjoy 22 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays, with the flexibility to tailor your time off: ·   Buy up to 3 extra days of holiday ·   Or sell back up to 2 days to suit your needs We believe in a healthy work-life balance that works for you. ·   Length of Service holiday awards: 1 extra day for every 3 years service; ·   Salary sacrifice pension scheme with employer contributions of 3% in line with current statutory requirements; ·   Salary sacrifice Cycle-to-work scheme; ·   Staff discounts on the Leader product range; ·   Subsidised gym membership; ·   Your Wellbeing Matters We care about our team’s mental and emotional health. That’s why we offer: ·   Access to Able Futures, a confidential government-backed service providing practical support for mental wellbeing at work. ·   Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – 24/7 access to professional wellbeing advice, counselling, and guidance to help you thrive inside and outside of work. ·   Employee Referral Bonus ·       £13 p/h

##### **Job Summary** Contract Type: Please See Advert Text Working Pattern: Please see advert text Advert Start Date: 01/05/2025 Advert End Date: 31/10/2025 12:00 Salary: Earn up to £52,832pa looking after two children -- (£1016.00 per week). (See advert text for further information) Hours per week: Please see advert text Job Category: Social Care - Children Service Vacancy ID: 279741 Employment Location: Self Employed - Home based Number of posts: See advert text Closing date: 31 Oct ##### **Further Information** **Earn up to £26,416pa looking after 1 child -- (£508.00 per week)** **Or up £52,832pa looking after two children -- (£1016.00 per week)** **(See job description for full salary details and additional benefits)** Foster Carer South Tyneside Council **Further Information:** Children throughout South Tyneside are in need of safe, nurturing homes; and we are seeking highly motivated and dedicated people who can be their new Foster Carers. Our children come from a wide range of backgrounds, so we need carers who are as individual and diverse as our children are. We are seeking carers from all cultures, religions and ethnic groups; carers who are single or in couples, and carers of different sexual orientations. You can be a full-time carer for our children, or you can balance fostering with working outside of the home. We welcome applications from people who have not parented before, and from carers who may already have children or grandchildren. Our children need homes for lots of different reasons and different lengths of time. They may need a home for one day, one year, or for the rest of their childhood, but no matter how long you care for a child, you will have a lasting impact on the rest of their lives. Our generous financial payments/allowances help you to provide care for a local child and/or children, whether that be on a short or long-term basis. As a Foster Carer, you will be home based and will have full support from our experienced in-house fostering team, based at Market Place, South Shields. At South Tyneside Council we offer many types of fostering to suit your lifestyle and commitments. Our friendly and knowledgeable recruitment team will discuss with you how fostering might fit your current commitments and find a type of fostering that is right for you and your circumstances. **Salary:** Foster Carers are paid a weekly allowance depending on the age of the child they are caring for as well as an additional weekly carer payment. Below gives further details: **Fostering child allowances:** Below is a chart which indicates the weekly allowance you would be paid per child based on their age. Weekly fostering allowance depending on age of child in your care 0-2 years £170.00 3-4 years £176.00 5-10 years £194.00 11-15 year £220.00 16-17 years £258.00 **Foster Carer Payment:** Most new Foster Carers begin at Level 2 and have the opportunity to progress on to Level 3-4 by completing a training progression programme. The following weekly amounts are paid for each child in your care: Weekly Foster Carer payment Level 2 £250.00 Level 3 £350.00 Level 4 £450.00 **EXAMPLE:** If you are a new carer looking after two children aged 5 and 11 you would receive the following per week: CHILD ALLOWANCE FOR 5 YEAR OLD: £194.00 CHILD ALLOWANCE FOR 11 YEAR OLD: £220.00 CARER PAYMENT FOR CHILD 1: £250.00 CARER PAYMENT FOR CHILD 2: £250.00 **TOTAL PAYABLE PER WEEK: £914.00 (£47,528pa)** **TAX EXEMPTION INFO:** As a self employed Foster Carer, In your tax return, you'll be able to claim: * a tax exemption of up to £19,360 per household * tax relief for every week you foster a child On top of the £19,360 exemption, you also get tax relief for every week (or part week) that a child is in your care. This means you do not usually pay tax on your earnings from foster care, even if they go over £19,360. This is known as qualifying care relief. You may be entitled to National Insurance credits, which count towards your State Pension. **Further details can be found here:** **Help and support for foster parents in England: Tax arrangements - GOV.UK** **www.gov.uk/support-for-foster-parents/tax-arrangements** **As well as the weekly payments detailed above, we also offer a range of other financial and supportive benefits including:** * Our newly updated fee structure ranging from £250 per child per week up to £450 per child per week * A Payment For Skills progression programme so carers can develop their skills and increase their earning potential * Competitive allowances based on the age of the child you care for * 14 nights paid holiday each year. If the holiday is not used the equivalent payment will be made to Foster Carers * Annual school uniform payments * Setting Up payments to help you furnish a room, and buy equipment when you begin your fostering journey * Mileage paid at 48p per mile, door-to-door, for any journeys linked to the child's plan; such as school runs, medical appointments and family time sessions * The Mockingbird Family Model: offering all new carers the chance to join one of our very successful Mockingbird Hubs where they will receive support from fellow carers * A bespoke training programme both before and after you become a Foster Carer * Access to Solihull training to help you understand and respond to our children's needs * Peer support groups where you can meet other Foster Carers * Max Cards which offer Foster Carers and children discounted access to family activities * Free swimming sessions for Foster Carers and the children they foster in South Tyneside leisure centres. * An annual Foster Carer Celebration event where carers achievements are celebrated and rewarded. * A specially trained fostering Social Worker to support you throughout your fostering journey * Social work support on evenings, weekends and bank holidays via our Emergency Duty Team (EDT) service. **To become a Foster Carers you must:** * Be over 21 years of age * Have a spare bedroom or be willing to have a child under the age of 3 sleep in a cot in your bedroom\* * Children under the age of 5 cannot be cared for in a household where there are smokers Fostering is not only a life choice but can also be an extremely rewarding career choice. This is a great opportunity for you to do something new and make a positive change to children and young people's lives. **If you are an empathetic person who can listen to children and provide them with a safe, stable, and loving home please get in touch with us on 07744 3250695 or 0191 4238500 or email us at** **fostering@southtyneside.gov.uk** **or visit our website** **http://campaigns.southtyneside.gov.uk/fostering**

RAND Europe is an independent, not-for-profit research organisation whose mission is to help improve policy and decision-making through rigorous and independent research and analysis. We benefit the public interest through the impact and wide dissemination of over 200 projects per year. Our work at its most impactful changes policy, practice and process to the benefit of the public good. That is also our organisational mission. RAND Europe has approximately 180 staff across offices in Cambridge, Brussels, and the Netherlands. Our staff represents 22 nationalities, speaks over 20 languages and covers 31 academic disciplines. Our multi- and inter-disciplinary approaches to research generate unique perspectives and insights for our wide-ranging government, foundation and other NGO clients. The Employment, Education and Skills research group undertakes research across several public policy areas for a diverse client base in the UK, Europe and beyond. Our work covers a broad range of public policy issues across: Employment (including skills, employability, labour migration, child and family policy); Education (including early childhood education and care, special educational needs, alternative provision, and edtech); Workplace Wellbeing (including productivity, culture, and occupational health and safety). The Employment, Education, and Workplace Wellbeing workstreams address critical cross-cutting themes, with equality, diversity, and inclusion embedded as fundamental principles in all areas of our research. We are looking for an exceptional Research Assistant to join on a two-year fixed term contract to grow our team of social policy researchers. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a multidisciplinary team in one of the world’s most respected public policy research organisations. The role may offer opportunity to progress in the organisation, so you should hold ongoing right to work in the UK. As a Research Assistant you will address complex policy questions by conducting research and analysis on behalf of our clients and support the team in submitting proposals and managing and delivering multiple projects in a timely and accurate manner. We welcome interest from individuals with a background in mixed methods in any of the following topics: employment, education, skills, workplace wellbeing. We are also happy to hear from applicants with strong quantitative skills sets who are willing to build their experience further in qualitative methods and approaches too. The role is based in our Cambridge office which can be worked at daily.  We work flexibly as a hybrid organisation, so commitment to at least one working day in the office per week is expected as a minimum and more may be expected.  Please make it clear in your cover letter that you can make yourself available to work from our office location as required. Responsibilities Supports project teams in research by: undertaking analysis of quantitative and qualitative data conducting literature reviews supporting interviews and workshops preparing presentations and research briefs coordinating meetings and events, including taking minutes Supports the collation of administrative documents for proposals Drafts sections of reports under supervision Proof reads and checks documents Makes corporate contributions through supporting RAND processes such as quality assurance and research ethics Provides occasional corporate support with administrative tasks Communicates with clients and partners with supervision Ad hoc duties as required Additionally, for candidates with quantitative skills, opportunities are available alongside the areas listed to work with large datasets, including data cleaning, data manipulation, linking multiple datasets using a number of relevant variables and other activities to prepare data for analysis; Implements research projects using inferential statistical and econometric methods (e.g. regression analysis, differences-in-differences, synthetic control) Requirements Basic report writing Research skills at post graduate level Literature review methodology and experience Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Intermediate Word Intermediate Excel Intermediate PowerPoint Desirable: A background in mixed methods and/or quantitative research Experience analysing large data sets Core research skills in qualitative research such as interviews and focus groups Skills in intermediate or advanced statistical packages such as R or STATA Experience presenting research Publication or other type of dissemination of research Ability and willingness to work in a team environment Qualifications Post graduate degree or equivalent in a topic related to our work. Salary £27,500 per annum Benefits Pension - 8% Employer contribution; 33 days holiday allowance, including the Bank Holidays; Annual salary review; BUPA medical insurance; Generous company sick pay; Enhanced family friendly policies; Group income protection scheme; Group life assurance; Compassionate leave; Flexible working arrangements; Learning and development opportunities; Employee wellbeing training and support; Fresh fruit every day; Free on-site parking; Cycle to work scheme; Access to company bikes; Service awards. How to Apply If you believe you are suited to this role please submit an application comprising of a CV and covering letter. The closing date for applications is Sunday 5 October, however applications will be reviewed as received and interviews may be conduced before the closing date. If you have not been contacted within 30 days of application deadline, please assume your application has not been successful.

**Company Description** Turner \& Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people's lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world's most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success. Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions. We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner \& Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world. Please visit our website: www.turnerandtownsend.com **Job Description** We are looking for an ambitious Associate Cost Manager for our Real Estate Cost Management team in the Northeast, working across Developer, Occupier, Government, Health, Education and Tech clients. You will be self-motivated and driven by the goal of establishing Turner \& Townsend as the number-one cost consultancy. In this key position you will be responsible for providing leadership and direction to the team, embedding and promoting the values of Turner \& Townsend. * Sets a clear strategy and ambition for the team leading inclusively to leverage the variety of perspectives, insights and knowledge of our people; making Turner \& Townsend a great place to work. * Identifies, coaches and mentors talent to realise their potential and celebrates the success of others. * Role model that drives a One Business culture. Achieves great outcomes by striking the right balance for our people, clients, shareholders and society. Always acts with the highest integrity, caring for the safety and well being of others * Detailed understanding of the market, acting as a brand ambassador and creating a pipeline of opportunity. **Qualifications** * A proven track record of delivering high quality cost management/quantity surveying services across the full project lifecycle * Professionally qualified (RICS or similar) * Degree or HNC level qualification * Ability to successfully manage and prioritise more than one project at a time. **Additional Information** *Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.* *We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive, and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.* *Turner \& Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.* *Please find out more about us at* *www.turnerandtownsend.com/* #LI-DW1 SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable. Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner \& Townsend and our exciting future projects: Twitter Instagram LinkedIn *It is strictly against Turner \& Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner \& Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time.* *Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner \& Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner \& Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner \& Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review.*

**What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?** At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you. **A little more about your role...** We have a great opportunity for a Project Manager (HV/EHV) to join our UK Transmission and Distribution (T\&D) team. WSP's T\&D team delivers electrical power projects at transmission and distribution voltage levels. This role is to project manage pre-construction and construction activities (from design to energisation) for large-scale high voltage infrastructure and grid connections at voltage levels normally between 33kV and 400kV. Our projects would include feasibility, detailed design, procurement, construction, test and commissioning on existing or new substations and associated infrastructure. **What will you do:** * Develop HV projec ts (up to and including 20kV) initial functional requirement into compliant cost-effective engineering solutions. * Project manage the development and delivery of small/medium HV projects (cable, plant and civil) to time, cost, safety and quality. * Interface with customers as well as internal and external resources to develop and deliver HV projects. * Undertake the role of CDM Designer and/or Principal Designer for developed HV projects. * Effectively communicate with internal engineering and industrial resource. * Coordinate external service providers and administer commercial. **What we will be looking for you to demonstrate...** * Minimum HNC in Electrical Engineering, with at least 2 years of relevant experience. * Experience working on HV substation projects. * Understanding of electrical distribution plant items operations, controls and associated systems such as switchgear, Protection, Power Transformers and Underground power cables. * Good understanding of the H\&S and CDM requirements for projects. * An ability to undertake the role of 'Designer' and/or 'Principal Designer' under the CDM regulations. * An ability to interpret technical documentation relating to the design of electrical substations. * The ability to travel as per project needs. Don't quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team. **Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.** Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world. **With us, you can. Apply today.** #LI-DM1 We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower. **WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?** **Work-life balance** At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community. Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK. **Inclusivity \& Belonging** We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity. **Health \& Wellbeing** We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme. Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you -- giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package. **Flex your time** To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day. We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you. **Your development** We understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership. **#WeAreWSP** *Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.*