Are you looking for a German job in Leeds? Do you want flexible hours with competitive rates? We are urgently recruiting for freelance German interpreters based in Leeds 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.

Kurt Geiger | About Us We are an inclusive, creative footwear and accessories brand powered by kindness. We want to empower our talent to be confident and true to themselves, the London way. London is our home, our heartbeat, and we draw inspiration from the energy and spirit of the city; its diversity and creativity. For over fifty years our team of in-house shoe and accessory designers have been creating authentic, distinctive designs from our London headquarters. The rainbow is our signature. It represents the good energy and love we have for our community and the many ways we collectively express our individual style.   We Are One: For Love | For Diversity | For Change | For Equality | For Kindness  | For Freedom | For Unity Against Racism Responsibilities Ensure customer service is of the highest standards at all times To support management in achieving all store and company sales targets, operations goals, policies and procedures Protect the brands and ensure you meet our personal presentation standards Ensure your area maintains excellent visual presentation which is consistent with company guidelines To be an expert in fashion and latest trends Requirements At least 1 year’s experience in Luxury Retail within a clientelling and a customer service driven environment Background with a fashion-forward footwear, accessory or fashion brand To be a customer service ambassador Proven ability to drive sales and team To be immaculately presented and representative of our luxury/fashion forward brand in every way Benefits Competitive basic salary Generous commission structure Enviable discounts Our Stores The first Kurt Geiger store opened on London Bond street in 1963.  Today, our brand has global appeal and is distributed in hundreds of cities around the world. We operate over 70 stand-alone stores nationwide, including our new flagship store on London Oxford street, and in over 400 stores globally. Beyond stand-alone stores and retail pop ups, our retail partners include some of the world’s most famous department stores.   We Are One: For Love | For Diversity | For Change | For Equality | For Kindness |  For Freedom | For Unity Against Racism

Initial - Graduate Sales and Management Programme - Indoor Sales Support Join Our Team and Make a Difference! Are you a graduate looking for a hands-on, dynamic role where you can shape your career, be rewarded for your efforts, and make a real impact in a global company? Join our team at the  Woodford, Mitcham, Brentford, Birmingham, Fareham, Haydock, Newcastle or Cwmbran branch, and embark on an exciting journey towards a successful career in a FTSE100 company. Why Join Initial Washroom Hygiene? Competitive Salary Package: Start with a basic salary of £24,250 per annum. Expected OTE: £27,300 per annum, with bonus and commission schemes available. Benefits: Career progression, mobile phone, tablet and company discount scheme Relocation Package: Moving from more than 2 hours away? We may offer up to £5,000 to help you settle in. Work-Life Balance: Full-time, permanent role, Monday to Friday Office-based with hybrid working - 1 day per week in the office and 1 day shadowing our businesses.  Industry-Leading Training: Receive top notch training to allow you to become an industry expert and gain exposure to various areas in our business to aid your future development The Sales and Management Graduate Role You will start your career with us as an Indoor Sales Support Consultant, where you will be responsible for generating sales opportunities for our field sales colleagues via inbound and outbound calls.  In addition to doing this role day to day, the graduate scheme will follow the below format:  Weeks 1-6: Initial Training You will attend our World Class Sales Academy while also shadowing operational and sales staff. Here, you will be servicing our customers in a specific geographical area, supporting in servicing various washroom products, alongside removing hazardous and toxic waste. Your training will be encompassing and you will see all areas of the business. Weeks 6-52:  In addition to your role as an Indoor Sales Consultant, you will gain exposure to as many sales-based roles across the business to provide you with a broad understanding of our customers and their needs. This will also equip you with the knowledge to become an expert in our products and services. During this time, you will also have the opportunity to complete our Intro to Sales Development Programme. 12+ months: Now that you’ve gained a broad understanding of the business, you will decide which area you want to specialise in. You will play a part in any local projects during this time and also complete the Leadership Development Programme. During this time you will also have the chance to progress to roles such as: Field Account Manager - you will be responsible for sales in a certain patch area Service Team Leader - manage a team of field service colleagues  Indoor Sales/Customer Relations Team Leader - leading a team of indoor sales colleagues Regional Account Manager - supporting our Key Account Customers  24+ Months: After two years, you will be ready to take on more senior positions such as Sales Team Leader, Key Account Manager, Branch Manager or roles in Area Central Support.  With structured career progression, we ensure you are fully prepared to take your next career steps within the company.  Requirements Sales and Management Graduate Requirements: A minimum 2.2 degree in BSc/BA in any subject (Business related, transport, logistics, supply chain or management disciplines preferred but not necessary) A full UK driving licence or be working towards this. Target-driven, ambitious and self-motivated Comfortable working out in the field dealing with customers face-to-face Want to work with people and provide excellent customer service A desire to work hard and have fun  Benefits Sales and Management Graduate Benefits: Additional opportunities to earn more with regular bonus and commission schemes. Access to a company vehicle and fuel card. Salary grading system - linked to performance for those keen to develop their career within our business. Opportunity to contribute to a Private Healthcare scheme. Enrolment in our company pension scheme. Exciting discounts and cashback offers from over 3,000 retailers with RI Rewards. Overtime opportunities - potential to earn extra in overtime to meet the needs of our customers. Uncapped leads commission - we appreciate and reward you for passing on sales leads. Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - free to access and available 24/7 to you, your family, and friends. Long service recognition - includes an extra five days of annual leave entitlement after five years of service. Refer a Friend - earn up to £1,000 for referring someone to work for Rentokil Initial. A Company Putting “People First” Rentokil Initial (FTSE100) is one of the largest business services companies in the world, operating in over 90 countries and providing services that protect people and enhance lives. Rentokil is the world’s leading commercial pest control and hygiene provider, Initial is the world’s leading commercial hygiene services provider, and Ambius is the world’s leading provider of plants and scenting. As a business, we focus on the Right People, doing the Right Things, and in the Right Way. We invest a lot of time and money in training and developing all our colleagues to be the best they can be, and we are always looking for talented and driven people to join our Rentokil Initial Family. Our Social Links Website LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Rentokil Initial are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a diverse working environment. To find out how we process your data view our careers privacy policy here Keywords: Graduate Sales and Management Programme, Telesales Consultant, Washroom Hygiene, Rentokil Initial, Graduate Scheme, Sales, Customer Service, No Experience Necessary, Full Training Provided, Competitive Salary, Career Progression, FTSE100, Business Management, Hospitality, Logistics

At Aldi, you'll never find yourself bored and twiddling your thumbs on the till as a Store Assistant. In fact, time will fly by. You'll do everything from checking off deliveries to dealing with enquiries or ensuring that the shelves are fully stocked with well-presented products. And, of course, you'll provide excellent customer service at all times by attending to customer needs in a prompt and friendly way. It's a really fast-paced environment, and everyone understands exactly what needs to happen to make their store a success -- and gets on with doing it. There's a real family feel here, and we all pitch in as part of a close-knit team.

**Job Overview** **PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU LIVE IN SUFFOLK OR MILTON KEYNES - NO EXCEPTIONS.** We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive E-Commerce Specialist to join our team. Please **only** apply if you have recent experience listing on Amazon etc, this is essential as we cannot give any training for this. In this role, you will be responsible for managing and optimising our online sales platforms to enhance customer engagement and drive revenue growth. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of e-commerce strategies, digital marketing, and analytics, as well as the ability to communicate effectively. **Duties** * Develop and implement e-commerce strategies to increase online sales and improve customer experience. * Manage product listings, ensuring accurate descriptions, pricing, and imagery. Mainly on own website, Amazon, Ebay and TikTok Shop. Experience in listing goods on these channels is essential. * Monitor website performance using analytics tools to track key metrics and identify areas for improvement. * Collaborate with marketing teams to create promotional campaigns that drive traffic to the e-commerce site. * Respond to customer inquiries in a timely manner, providing exceptional service. * Conduct market research to stay updated on industry trends and competitor activities. * Must have detailed knowledge of Google and Meta advertising PPC campaigns and monitoring. * Prepare regular reports on sales performance, website traffic, and customer feedback. **Qualifications** * Proven experience in e-commerce or digital marketing is **ESSENTIAL**. * Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions. * Excellent communication skills. * Proficiency in e-commerce platforms (e.g., Shopify, Bluepark) and digital marketing tools (e.g., Google Analytics). * Ability to work independently. * A passion for online retail and staying current with e-commerce trends. If you are enthusiastic about driving online sales and have the necessary skills to thrive in this role, we encourage you to apply. This is a part time role, with the option to choose the hours that suit you. **PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU ARE NOT LOCAL TO OUR OFFICES IN SUFFOLK OR MILTON KEYNES.** Job Types: Part-time, Temporary Pay: From £15.00 per hour Benefits: * Flexitime * Free parking Ability to commute/relocate: * Bury St. Edmunds IP32 7HT: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Experience: * E-commerce: 1 year (required) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Bury St. Edmunds IP32 7HT Reference ID: E-commerce marketplace lister

EPUT and MSEFT are embarking on a UK first of type EPR procurement for a single EPR that spans Acute, Mental Health and Community health services. We have already undertaken extensive market engagement have submitted our full business case. There is extensive interest nationally in this first of type opportunity and we are excited to offer this role to an experienced Senior Project Manager to support us in delivering to the programme. Having experience with working alongside Oracle Health is critical to this role. Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust (MSEFT) provides services to the residents of Southend, Basildon, and Chelmsford. It was formed in April 2020 by the merger of Southend University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Mid Essex Hospital Services NHS Trust, and Basildon \& Thurrock University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (EPUT) provides community health, mental health and learning disability services to support more 3.2 million people living across Bedfordshire, Essex, and Suffolk. EPUT was formed on 1 April 2017 following the merger of North Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (NEP) and South Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (SEPT). EPUT and MSEFT are embarking on a UK first of type EPR for a single system that spans Acute, Mental Health and Community health services. We have singed a contract with Oracle Health to implement the Cerner solution and are excited to offer this role to an experienced Programme Manager to support us in delivering the programme. Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust (MSEFT) provides services to the residents of Southend, Basildon, and Chelmsford. It was formed in April 2020 by the merger of Southend University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Mid Essex Hospital Services NHS Trust, and Basildon \& Thurrock University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (EPUT) provides community health, mental health and learning disability services to support more 3.2 million people living across Bedfordshire, Essex, and Suffolk. EPUT was formed on 1 April 2017 following the merger of North Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (NEP) and South Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (SEPT). § Support the Deputy Programme Director to manage, workstreams, projects and functions as part of the EPR Programme. § To be responsible for the Programme Management activities within the Nova programme using MSP methodology. § To be responsible for the end to end lifecycle of major digital projects and associated systems across the hospital using PRINCE2 methodology § Lead the delivery of the EPR programme of work including coordinating the internal resources to support it § Identify and agree dependencies and programme timescales, prioritising tasks and optimising resources between projects. Identify and report on programme and project milestones § Development of necessary documents to start projects up such as Project Initiation Document, detailed requirements specifications etc. § Identify and agree dependencies and programme timescales, prioritising tasks and optimising resources between projects. Identify and report on project milestones § Ensure there is sound project \& programme governance and assurance by identifying, appraising, mitigating and managing risks and issues § Produce clear visual materials, project documentation, and data for use in reports, local briefings, workshops and meetings for both internal and external presentations § To liaise with operational staff to identify any impacts that the implementation may have on operational services Communication Write and present regular highlight/exception reports, project documentation, information and presentations in project progress as required to the Project Board(s), and the Trust. Present to large groups of staff at all levels and external audiences. Analytical and Planning To set up and lead project boards and teams as required. To ensure that all project documentation is produced, communicated and maintained to demonstrate compliance with the PRINCE2 project management methodology Produce robust project plans and monitor the project against cost and time tolerances.

**Title** Lecturer in Brickwork **Hours** 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per annum **Salary** Between £31,185 and £40,267 per annum (plus market pay supplement if applicable) **Organisation** Chelmsford College **Closing Date** 03/08/2025 **Description** We are seeking to appoint an experienced and enthusiastic Lecturer in Brickwork to design, develop, teach and assess Brickwork programmes for full time students. The candidate may also be expected to teach on other trade programmes and to undertake tutorial and pastoral duties. The College is committed to equality and diversity and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share these commitments. Starting salary will be dependent on qualifications, skills and experience. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. Applications will be considered upon receipt.

### **About the Role** Abbey Field Medical Centre in Colchester are seeking two prescription/audit clerks on a full or part-time basis, either as combined or individual roles. Hours and days can be flexible depending on the candidates circumstances. Please add this to your CV. The prescription clerk role will work across 3 of our sites, Tollgate Hawthorn and Abbey Field whereas the audit role will be based only at Abbey Field. Prescription clerks manage all the requests that come into the practice -- it is a very busy job which requires a lot of concentration but you will be joining a strong team of experienced people. We are happy to train someone or if you already have some experience, that would be ideal. The audit team member will be working within the administrative department, ensuring the audit and its feedback improves patient care. The main responsibilities of the role include: * Ensuring that requests for repeat prescriptions are actioned within 72 hours. * Checking email requests. * Responding to all queries and requests from chemists, nursing homes and district nurses, regarding the issue of prescriptions. * Keeping repeat prescription information up-to-date in the patient journal, such as letters and doctors' requests. * Liaising and discussing any enquires or queries raised by the clinical team. * General ad hoc administration work. * Keep up-to-date with all prescribing guidelines and protocols, relevant to the position. ### **About the Candidate** The ideal candidate will require the following key skills and experience: * Knowledge of scripts/audit is an advantage but we are open to training the right applicant. * Experience of working in a busy, public environment. * Flexible approach, with a positive attitude. * Passion, enthusiasm and attention to detail. * IT literacy. * Ability to work well as part of a team. * General practice experience and knowledge of SystmOne would be an advantage. ### **About Us** We are a practice of approximately 20,000 patients covering sites in Colchester, Greenstead and Elmstead Market. We use SystmOne clinical system. **Disclosure and Barring Service Check** Please note this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

**Job description** At Beaumont Home Care, we're proud of the way we're enriching people's lives. How? By helping people maintain their independence in their own home and delivering exceptional care that's best in class. The Care Assistant role offers homecare services to all our customers ranging from Health \& Wellbeing activities, housekeeping, personal care, to companionship. The Care Assistants need to effectively maintain Beaumont's objective to deliver high quality, compassionate care that is compliant to CQC requirements and facilitates re-enablement and support by showing Understanding, Empathy, Respect and Warmth to our customers. **We offer care from 7am to 10pm so we're looking for early birds, lunch time friends and evening carers** **What will I do?** * Visiting village \& community customers daily, following their personal care plan which will include providing personal care and supporting them with day-to-day tasks. These could include getting in and out of bed, washing and bathing, help with dressing, assisting mealtimes and preparing drinks, preparing the administration of medication and continence care. * House duties may include cooking, laundry, vacuuming, ironing and other housework. In addition, our customers require support when attending medical appointments, collecting prescriptions as well as offering home from hospital support. * Encouraging customers to be as independent as possible in all daily activities, including personal care and exercise. * Respecting customers right to dignity and privacy. * Full compliance of Safeguarding policies and behaviours. * Attending all relevant and compulsory training to continually improve skills and understanding. * You will be based within the community, so you will need you to have a driving licence and access to a vehicle. **Key Skills \& Requirements :** · Beaumont will support anyone who is new to care, with a full induction programme and support with the completion of their care certificate. · Use of company mobile and use of an app to manage schedules and keep in contact with the care team · Ability to accurately complete electronic daily logs to reflect the care plans and follow any medication instructions · Good knowledge of the local area · Personal presentation and hygiene should be to a high standard including cleanliness of uniform provided and ensuring jewellery, nails and hair are in line with company policy · Ability to prioritise and manage time effectively along with being adaptable where needed to meet different customer requirements · Act as a role model through impeccable customer, owner and team members service **What can we offer you?** · **Flexible working hours meaning that you're able to carry on with commitments outside of working life.** · **Travel time paid** · **35p per mile paid to cover any travel and petrol costs.** · **Excellent training programme internally and online** · **Refer a friend bonus scheme** · **Free uniform, PPE and a lot more...** Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Zero hours contract Pay: £12.00-£24.00 per hour Benefits: * Flexitime Schedule: * Day shift * Monday to Friday * Night shift * Weekend availability Licence/Certification: * driving licence and access to your own car (required) Work authorisation: * United Kingdom (required) Work Location: In person

As MWH Treatment embarks on its new journey as one of Northumbrian Water's (NWL) capital delivery partners (part of NWL's new Living Water Enterprise Organisation), we are looking to strengthen our Engineering team with a Senior Civil Engineer. Based predominantly in the Essex \& Suffolk region, you will report directly to the Regional Discipline Lead - Civil or the Senior Design Manager. This role will necessitate traveling to other MWH regions initially to embed and support your career within the MWH Treatment culture. Our programme of work, across a variety of water and wastewater schemes is expected to be in the region of £280M. Offering hybrid working conditions and competitive remuneration packages, at MWH Treatment (part of the RSK group) we strive to create and deliver practical, sustainable outcomes. Our engineers pioneer and perfect demonstrable solutions, whilst the variety and interest in our work provides a platform to allow our people to continue to master their subject and build fruitful and purposeful careers. Key responsibilities will include: * Produce design layouts which are cost effective, meet the requirements of the specification and which can be constructed and commissioned effectively. The term 'cost' is to embrace all costs associated with the design and the subsequent construction of the design. To be cost effective the whole out turn cost of the design solution must be considered including design time costs, material costs, erection costs and any impact that the design solution might have on other disciplines. * Ensure that standard practices are utilised where ever possible. ·Maintain competitiveness ·Provide estimates and feedback for Proposals department * Work to procedures and processes to ensure the continuing development of the department * Assist in developing procedures and processes ·Monitor and review the procedures and processes * Write, update and monitor efficient procedures to aid the smooth running of the department. * Ensure co-ordination of designs with all other disciplines internal and external to MWHT in order to ensure that the design processes carried out on the contract are co-ordinated for the benefit of the contract as a whole. * Maintain files and records throughout the duration of contracts. * Assure customer satisfaction. * To work within a culture where satisfying the customer is recognised as the key to achieving other objectives, and that customers include everyone receiving benefit from our processes, whether end users or other departments within the company. * Maintain a personal development plan. * Assist in supervising and developing staff. * Assist in ensuring a safe working environment for all staff. * Reduce waste to a minimum from all departmental activities. * Ensure designs take account of environmental issues. * Ensure that design takes full regard of all health and safety requirements.

Clinical Deputy Manager Handford House, Ipswich, Suffolk 40 hours per week At Healthcare Homes we pride ourselves on the quality of our homes and are looking for people who share our passion for providing excellent care and who share our values; respect, compassion and commitment. About you: You will be passionate, focused and committed about the delivery of a high-quality service and will be able to lead, motivate and inspire others. You will need to have an active NMC PIN and a strong clinical background with a commitment to person-centred care. You will have a clear understanding and knowledge about the regulatory framework and the ability to implement this in the home. Ideally you will have experience in leading a care and nursing team in a similar setting. You will be well organised and have strong workload managements skills. About the role: As the Clinical Deputy Manager you will support the registered manager in all aspects of the home's day to day running, including taking temporary or complete charge of the home in their absence. You will be supporting the manager with all systems and procedures to assure the quality of care provided by the home. You will be responsible for managing and monitoring the planning and delivering of care, including medication management. You will be assisting with the management of the care and nursing teams including regular supervisions and appraisals. What you will get in return: Working with Healthcare Homes Group as a valued member of staff you will receive. Excellent induction and training programmes Support with continuous professional development If you are looking for a new and rewarding role and want to be part of our growing team of healthcare professionals, then get in touch or apply today. Together we respect, with compassion we care, through commitment we achieve **About Handford House** ------------------------ Here at Handford House we provide Nursing, Respite, Dementia and Palliative care for elderly people in Ipswich, Suffolk. The home is located close to the town centre and easily accessible via bus. The team here work had to make sure every residents individual needs are met, even down to redecorating their rooms to their specific tastes. They work incredibly hard to ensure they are providing the best quality of care possible and enjoy spending time with one another. To find out more about Handford House follow this link

**CF Social Work is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and students to share this commitment** We are seeking passionate and dedicated staff to join our teams working across all our residential children's homes in Ipswich, Felixstowe \& Leiston. You will be deployed based on the needs of the Service, so a willingness to work across all Home locations is required. CF Children's Homes provide residential services for young people, with emotional, behavioural difficulties, autism or learning difficulties in a therapeutic homely environment. Our primary objective is to provide children and young people a safe, stable, happy and comfortable home - one which will enable them to build upon their confidence and self-esteem. Each of our team members is trained in our CF Group practice model based on therapeutic support, so that the voice of each child leads the support and care they receive. The successful candidate will have a strong commitment to the well-being and happiness of the children and young people in their care and will be able to provide them with the support and guidance they need to thrive. Experience working with children, particularly those with behavioural, emotional difficulties, autism or learning difficulties is preferred. A Level 3 qualification is desirable, candidates with less experience and qualifications are also welcome to apply! If you are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people and have the dedication and commitment to do so, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. **Job Type:** Permanent - 42 hour per week contract **12--24-hour shift work with sleep in's and waking nights across all homes as per needs of the Residential Service.** **Salary:** **£12.60** depending on experience **Requirements:** * Passionate and dedicated about developing children and young people to reach their full potential * Compassionate and reflective * Have the ability to remain calm and professional when a young person is in a crisis * Are solution focused * Flexible and responsive in order to meet the needs of our children and young people which can change from day to day * Excellent communication skills * One year's previous childcare experience in a residential setting is desirable * Hold a full driving licence **Responsibilities:** * Child-centered approach to care, nurturing the individual needs of each young person * Working as part of a team providing support, understanding and nurturing to the children and young people placed in our care * Ensure the welfare and safeguarding of each child * Working within a statutory framework * Engage with the children, offering them guidance, support and build positive and meaningful relationships to assist them with their everyday lives * Working closely with the management team and outside agencies to ensure the children and young people receive the best possible care and support Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: From £12.60 per hour Expected hours: 42 per week Schedule: * Monday to Friday * Weekend availability Experience: * Residential Childcare: 1 year (preferred) Licence/Certification: * Driving Licence (required) Work authorisation: * United Kingdom (required) Work Location: In person Reference ID: Relief RSW

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.