Share Your Language Skills & Change Lives: Volunteer with Language Connect for Ukraine Looking for a meaningful way to volunteer from home? As a native or fluent speaker in any language, you can help Ukrainians develop the language skills they need to rebuild their lives. Through simple video chat sessions, you'll have rewarding conversations while making a real difference. Why Volunteer With Us? Create real impact by helping Ukrainians develop essential language skills Connect with learners through easy-to-use video sessions Choose your own schedule with our flexible booking system Gain valuable teaching experience Join a supportive global community of volunteers Perfect For You If: You're a native or fluent speaker of any language You can commit to at least 1 hour per week You're patient, empathetic, and enjoy helping others learn You have a stable internet connection and quiet space for video calls What You'll Do: Host friendly conversation sessions with Ukrainian learners Practice everyday language skills through natural dialogue Share your language and cultural knowledge Provide encouragement and support in a welcoming environment Join Us Today! Make a lasting difference in someone's life while developing your own skills as a language mentor. No teaching experience required - just bring your enthusiasm and willingness to help! Sign up Language Connect for Ukraine is an initiative of The Educational Equality Institute, with the aim of supporting 100,000 Ukrainians through education, upskilling, and employment opportunities. Benefits We Provide: A user-friendly digital platform Training and support materials An engaged volunteer community The flexibility to set your own availability Regular feedback and recognition

The Venture Science Doctorate (VSD) program, 3rd cohort, starting January 2026. ** Applications for the January 2026 intake are now CLOSED. You can still submit an application if you're interested in being considered for future programs. ** About VSD The world’s first 3-year venture creation focused PhD program run by Deep Science Venture College at Woolf University: a globally recognised, decentralised institution widening access to higher education. Our focus is exclusively on solving global challenges in health, climate, agriculture and computation through science as the basis for designing research projects from first-principles, and creating new companies founded by candidates based on this research. The VSD is backed by a philanthropic consortium of mission aligned Partners, including Schmidt Futures, Innovate UK and SPRIN-D (Germany), and embedded in a global R&D coalition of universities and national labs, including National Physical Laboratory, the James Hutton Institute, Imperial College, Max Planck, the University of Edinburgh, University College London, Goldsmiths, University of London, Cornell University, the Mayo Clinic, and many others. Program outline: The aim of year 1 is for candidates to familiarise themselves with a given industry and mapping the landscape to identify areas of opportunity for high-impact venture creation. In a process called Scoping, candidates will identify the optimal solution to a given problem and - alongside accredited courses such as experimental design - perform lab work to develop their hypotheses, and contact partner research groups for further experimentation. Year 2 is focused on invention and further developing the initial hypotheses, working within leading research groups to prove the technology against the original hypothesis and validate it through techno-economic analysis. The goal for year 3 is building further on the research from the previous two years to develop a scalable technology capable of product market fit. If necessary, candidates may join multiple different research groups to do this. Having validated the technology, candidates will work with experienced venture partners to build a complementary team and a rock-solid investment case before venture incorporation and spin-out. At incorporation, all the intellectual property is transferred into the new venture, which the candidate continues to lead as a co-founder, with continuous support from DSV. Full details of the program, including FAQs and Prospectus Download available on the dedicated VSD site here. Requirements The program is full-time and primarily remote (from anywhere) with in-person study conducted in research laboratories. Applicants for VSD should be impact-driven, want to launch a science company using advanced research and be determined to do this in just a few years. You should apply if: You're impact-driven and have demonstrated interest in investigating or solving large-scale societal problems in climate, agriculture, health or computation; You want to build a global science-based company that will make a huge positive impact; You're entrepreneurial and can share examples of past experience related to innovation/new technology development/startups/etc.; You have a Masters degree related to science/engineering (BSc and equivalent also accepted, PhD also accepted); You're determined enough to spend 1 week, during the application process, finding an optimal approach to a societal problem in your own time, using Deep Science Ventures' scoping ideation methodology. We actively welcome candidates from any part of the world and any walks of life to apply - our primary focus is on mission alignment and the desire to create impact through science. Benefits Deep Science Ventures College will cover the tuition and all other expenses related to programme curriculum and research activities. Additionally, each student will receive a monthly stipend of £2,800 (living costs + health insurance subsidy) and upon spin-out you/your co-founder(s) will have the majority ownership in the venture. You'll join a global community of >200 science entrepreneurs across our portfolio and programs, work with some of the world's most entrepreneurial professors, research labs and government agencies supporting the VSD, and access top-tier investors/funders backing deeptech ventures. ____ About DSV Deep Science Ventures is creating a future in which both humans and the planet can thrive. We use our unique venture creation process to create, invest in, and spin-out science companies. We empower entrepreneurial scientists to combine scientific expertise and models for business to synthesise high-impact ventures de novo. We are a team of operators who have founded companies and led the translation of science at some of the most respected universities, charities, funds, and government agencies. 2/3 of the team have founded or led a company at C-suite, and 65% have a Ph.D. We are deeply involved in each venture. You will access our industry network and receive advice on follow-on fundraising strategy, including introductions to seed investors and potential customers from our global network. Furthermore, you will receive support with term sheet negotiation, grant applications to leverage further non-dilutive funding and value uplift, and access to a community of seasoned science founders in our portfolio. We offer mentorship and guidance through weekly deep-dive work sessions, access to our opportunity insights and knowledge base, a global network of experts, a community of other science founders working on launching their own companies, and a curated collection of resources and proprietary tools. We offer Co-Founder(s) sourcing and assessment via our proprietary tools, advisory board sourcing, advice on technical and commercial investment milestones, co-development of technical roadmap and go-to-market strategy, investment readiness pre-launch with further focus on technical and commercial proof, and customer development support. To learn more about why we launched the VSD program, visit our article on Why we need to reinvent the PhD. ** Applications for the January 2026 intake are now CLOSED. You can still submit an application if you're interested in being considered for future programs. **

Part-Time | £12.60 per hour | 13 or 19.5 hours per week Are you passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives? Join Belong Macclesfield, a not-for-profit, values-led organisation where everyone truly belongs. We deliver exceptional, person-centred care in our unique Village-style community, with small Households of around twelve residents. Our team is dedicated to enriching lives and putting people at the heart of everything we do. We’re looking for caring, compassionate individuals to join our team as Care Assistants. You’ll work collaboratively with other staff to support residents with personal care, companionship, and daily activities. Core Shifts: 8am – 3pm 3pm – 10pm We offer a flexible approach for the right candidate. Weekend and bank holiday working is required. What You’ll Do As a Care Assistant at Belong Macclesfield, you’ll play a vital role in creating a safe, supportive, and joyful environment for our residents. Every day, you’ll help make meaningful moments — whether it’s sharing a cup of tea, assisting with daily routines, or simply offering a listening ear. You’ll be there to: Support residents with personal care in a way that respects their dignity and independence Build genuine relationships through companionship and conversation Help create a homely atmosphere where residents feel valued and included Assist with mealtimes, mobility, and wellbeing, always with kindness and patience Work closely with families and colleagues to tailor care to each individual’s needs Keep accurate records to ensure the highest standards of care are maintained What We Offer * £12.60 per hour * Paid DBS check * Paid induction & shadow shifts * Ongoing training & career progression * Pension scheme * Subsidised meals & casual dress * Blue Light Card access * Early Pay Release Scheme * Employee Assistance Programme * Monthly ACE awards & annual Champions Event * 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. You can view the DBS Code of Practice here. https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dbs-code-of-practice Ready to make a difference? Apply today and become part of something truly special at Belong Macclesfield.

**Closing date: Sunday 20 July 2025, 23:59** **\>\> Apply here \<\<** **Download Job Profile** We're seeking a creative, highly organised Events Producer who can execute unforgettable events that deliver exceptional customer experience, generate brand awareness, build business relationships, and motivate a team. **Reports to:** Senior Events Producer **Salary:** £26,343 per annum **Contract duration:** Full time, permanent **Working hours:** 37 hours per week **Place of Work:** Baltic, South Shore Road, Gateshead **Annual leave:** 25 days plus Bank Holidays pro rata **Benefits:** 30% discount at Baltic Shop and discounted menu at Baltic Kitchen, 20% discount at SIX Restaurant, 10% off standard rooms \& food at Malmaison Hotel Newcastle, Discount at Eldon Square, Pension Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme

We're currently recruiting in our Premier Inn Durham East. Working 8 hours per week, paying up to £12.56 per hour. Housekeeper -- Premier Inn Durham East Come and be a Housekeeper at Premier Inn in Durham East . You'll join a fun housekeeping team that takes pride in cleaning to create the hotel rooms that help our guests rest easy. Immediate start, no experience needed. Up to £12.56 per hour **CONTRACT TYPE:** Permanent -- we don't do zero hours contracts! **HOURS:** 8 a week -- guaranteed hours to plan your week ahead **LOCATION:**  Belmont Industrial Estate, Broomside Park, Durham, DH1 1HP **Why you'll love it here:** **Training and support:**  We've got the super user-friendly equipment that will make your life easier from the start and the warm welcome we're known for. If you want more, we've also got the career path for you! **Whitbread Benefits card:**  Enjoy up to 60% off Premier Inn rooms and 25% off meals in all Whitbread Restaurants **Pension and saving schemes:** Company pension and save as you earn scheme **Discounts:** Get money off shops, your utility bills, travel, cinema trips, supermarkets and more **Have breakfast on us:** Enjoy a complimentary Premier Inn breakfast for 2 when you join us **What you'll do:** Join us at Durham East Premier Inn as a Housekeeper, part of the Housekeeping team that clean our hotel rooms. From bedrooms to bathrooms, sheets to shiny mirrors, getting everything clean and fresh on time.

**Hickory's Smokehouse is coming to Thornaby (TS17) in time for the festive season!** **Start an exciting new chapter in your hospitality career at Hickory's Smokehouse - We are thrilled to have been recently crowned the 'Best Pub Employer' for 2025 at The Publican Awards!** **Join us as a General Manager and we can offer you a generous package of up to £51,000 per year including Tip Jar plus uncapped bonus!** We're looking for a General Manager who can inspire \& motivate a team with a strong focus on our guests. You'll be responsible for upholding our culture \& values, championing standards, and leading a team of over 100 to deliver an authentic, fresh-food-based BBQ menu in one of the busiest restaurants in town! If you are a passionate Manager, with experience in training \& running flagship restaurants and are looking for your next big step on the hospitality ladder, then we want to hear from you. As the fastest-growing Southern-style smokehouse group in the UK, with our award-winning Hickory's Training Academy, we offer amazing opportunities as we continue to expand. We also pride ourselves on a company culture that truly cares and embraces work-life balance. Apply now \& we can tell you more about it! **Thank Yous \& Benefits:** * **A generous General Manager package of up to £51,000** per year including **Tip Jar plus uncapped bonus!** * **Excellent training \& progression opportunities** -- through our award-winning Hickory's Training Academy. * **Qualification opportunities** as you working (up to A-Level \& Degree level equivalent). * **Birthday reward meal** on us for you \& your friends - every year. * **Free smokin' BBQ on shift** -- team food \& drinks menu. * **Christmas Day off work** - every year. * **Moments that matter** - Paid occasions days off (Wedding day, kid's first day at school, moving into first home \& more). * Team Player card --**25% discount for you \& 5 friends in all Hickory's** (rising to 50% for loyal service). * **Road trips** to the Southern States, Europe \& UK and stacks of **enrichment opportunities**. * **Wellbeing support** \& 24-hour access to our wellness programme. * Our pledge to a **work-life balance** -- monitoring \& managing through our Red Zone. * A packed **team social \& engagement** calendar \& annual team party. * A chance to 'give a bit back' with **fundraising activities** for Cash For Kids * **Up to £500 for you** -- through the refer a friend scheme If that sounds good or you want to find out more? Click '**apply**' now and you could be our next General Manager! REF: INDSP GMMB

##### **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**

**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.*