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We're recruiting an experienced Weekend Team Coordinator who is passionate about exceptional food and world-class customer service, and who can confidently oversee all Compass Group UK&I catering and service operations for Chartwells on a part time basis, contracted to 17 hours per week.Weekend Team CoordinatorTonbridge School Catering DepartmentWe're looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Weekend Team Coordinator to join our Catering Department at Tonbridge School.If you're passionate about delivering exceptional customer service, enjoy leading and developing teams, and thrive in a fast-paced hospitality environment, we'd love to hear from you.As our Weekend Team Coordinator, you'll be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of catering operations across the School campus during weekends. You'll lead by example, coordinate the weekend catering team, and ensure our pupils, staff and visitors receive an outstanding dining experience every time.What you'll be doingLeading and motivating the weekend catering team to deliver exceptional food and customer service.Ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of catering services across the entire School campus.Coordinating staffing levels and allocating duties to meet operational requirements.Supporting hospitality events, sporting fixtures and special functions.Responding confidently to operational challenges, making decisions and resolving issues quickly to maintain service standards.Working closely with the Catering Management Team to achieve operational objectives and continuously improve service delivery.Supporting, coaching and developing team members to help them succeed in their roles.Maintaining the highest standards of food quality, presentation and customer care.Implementing and monitoring Food Safety, Health & Safety and hygiene procedures to ensure compliance.Representing Tonbridge School Catering in a professional manner and maintaining a positive customer experience.Our ideal Weekend Team Coordinator will:Be passionate about delivering outstanding food and exceptional customer service.Have previous experience in catering, hospitality or food service, including experience supervising or leading a team.Be an organised, confident and proactive leader who enjoys working in a busy environment.Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Demonstrate strong organisational, planning and time management skills.Be a confident problem solver, able to make decisions and remain calm under pressure.Have a flexible, hands-on approach and be willing to support the team wherever needed.Have a good understanding of Food Safety, Health & Safety and hygiene standards.Hold a full, clean UK driving licence.A Food Safety qualification would be advantageous but is not essential.What we offerIn return, you'll join a friendly and supportive Catering Department within one of the UK's leading independent schools. We are committed to investing in our people and offer:Competitive salary.Generous pension scheme.Free meals whilst on duty.Free on-site parking.Uniform provided.Training and development opportunities.Employee wellbeing support.A collaborative and welcoming working environment.This role involves regular weekend working, with occasional evening shifts to support School events and hospitality functions.As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses.Job Reference: com/0207/43486001/52818211/BU #Lodestone HouseCompass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!TPBN1_UKTJ

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Company: Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust Salary: £113,565 - £150,569 per annum Hours: Full-time Location: Kent, TN1 2JN Job type: Permanent Posting date: 23 Jul 2026 Closing date: 22 Aug 2026 From spring 2026, our services have extended to include children and young people's mental health services and all-age eating disorder services within the Trust. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join our dedicated Tunbridge Wells CAMHS team. The Tunbridge Wells CAMHS Community team provides a service to children and young people (under the age of 18 years) living in Tunbridge Wells. Tunbridge Wells has a CYP population of 27 910. The team is a generic Tier 3 CAMHS team who undertake assessment and treatment of a range of disorders in children and young people including ADHD, ASD, Mood disorders, Psychosis, PTSD, Anxiety disorders, emerging personality disorders and challenging behaviour. We have specialist teams within Kent for the treatment of eating disorders and moderate to profound learning disability. The services run a pathway model with clear treatment pathways for Mood & Anxiety, Conduct & Behaviour, Neurodevelopmental cases and Complex cases. We are able to offer a range of evidence-based treatments including CBT, DBT, Family therapy, NVR and Child psychotherapy. Successful applicants will ideally have MRCPsych or equivalent and be on, or within six months of inclusion on, the Specialist Register. You will be fully registered with the GMC, and have Approved Clinician status and S12 approval under the Mental Health Act (or have eligibility for it and be able achieve this on appointment). To act as an autonomous, registered practitioner who is legally and professionally accountable for own unsupervised actions guided by the professional code of conduct and Trust guidelines and protocols. The post holder will have full registration with a licence to practice on the General Medical Council (GMC). Further professional knowledge will have been gained throughaccredited courses, workshops, study, and in-house training programmes. To be responsible, and accountable, for service delivery toclients/patients. To be able to assess and develop care plans to meet thecomplex needs of patients with a variety of conditions. This includes chronic, acute, and palliative care within own competencies, recognising own limitations and seeking advice when necessary. This will include continuously evaluating and acting on outcomes. To be able to initiate referrals to other health professional specialist services and agencies. To provide patients and relatives with information and educationthus ensuring they have meaningful choices that promote dignity,independence, and quality of life. To ensure practice is supported by research, evidence-based practice, literature, and peer review. We are Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust. We care for the mental health and wellbeing of people across Kent and Medway and are rated 'Good' by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Our teams support children, young people and adults with a wide range of mental health needs. We also provide specialist services, including all-age eating disorder services and neurodevelopmental assessments for children and young people, such as autism and ADHD. Because we work across the whole county and across hospital and community settings, we can make care more joined up and easier to access for the people we serve. Our vision is simple: we are here to help communities not just live with mental illness, but live well. It's why we're passionate about working with communities to make mental health care better for everyone. Everything we do is guided by our values: caring, inclusive, curious and confident. Join us if you share our passion for better mental health care and want to be part of a team that's working well together. For detailed information regarding the role, please refer to the attached job description and person specification. The job description will provide you with the main duties and responsibilities of the role. The person specifications will detail the qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience required for the role. Part time or job-share applications are welcome. Here are just some of our Benefits: • A Recruitment Bonus of £15,000*, • Financial support for relocation of up to £8,000*, • Easy access to inhouse research team and academic opportunities through Kent's own Medical school, • Generous annual leave and study leave entitlement and access to the fantastic NHS pension scheme, • Holiday of a Lifetime Scheme - bank your annual leave to save up for that all important extended break, • Flexible working - just ask and we will try to help, • Excellent Learning and Development opportunities . We offer doctors at all grades the chance to engage in leadership, educational, research, quality improvement development and seek growth opportunities tailored to their areas of interest, • Free access to an independent counselling service, • Blue Light Card . A discount service for the NHS, with thousands of amazing discounts, • Car lease scheme, • A variety of staff network forums which empower, support and encourage network members and allies, to reflect KMPT values and promote equality and diversity. *If you would like further information, or to know the full terms of the Recruitment Bonus and/or Relocation Allowance, then please contact our Medical Staffing Team:kmmh.medical.staffing@nhs.net This advert closes on Sunday 30 Aug 2026 Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme About Disability Confident Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Tonbridge Salary: £93.30 per day Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Full-Time / Part-Time, Long-Term / Day-to-Day Ready to help a young person overcome challenges and enjoy their time in the classroom? GSL Education Kent Branch are looking for a caring and adaptable SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils within one of our amazing schools in Tonbridge. This role would suit someone who is patient, approachable, and keen to make a positive difference to children with additional learning needs. Working as an Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant, you will provide practical and emotional support throughout the school day, helping pupils take part in lessons and school activities. You will encourage independence, celebrate progress, and work alongside teachers to give each pupil the support they need. What You Will Be Doing: Support pupils with SEN on a 1:1 or small-group basis Help pupils access classroom activities and learning tasks Encourage confidence, independence, and positive behaviour Provide reassurance and support when pupils find situations challenging Build positive relationships with pupils and school staff Follow individual support plans and classroom strategies What We Are Looking For: Previous experience as an SEN TA orworking with children or young people is desirable SEN experience would be an advantage A patient, calm, and encouraging nature Good communication and interpersonal skills A genuine interest in supporting pupils to reach their potential Enhanced DBS registered on the update service, or willingness to complete a new application Why Work With GSL Education? £93.30 per day Full-time and part-time options available Long-term and day-to-day opportunities Support from experienced education consultants The chance to build valuable experience within schools in Tonbridge Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check. As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the Tonbridge. For more information or to register your interest in the ‘SEN Teaching Assistant’ role, or to be considered, please click apply now to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch

SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Tonbridge Contract Type: Full-time Start: September 2026 Salary: £93+ per day (depending on experience) Want to make a lasting difference in the lives of young people? GSL Education Kent are looking for a committed SEN Teaching Assistant to join a nurturing specialist school in Tonbridge. You will support pupils aged 2 to 19 with complex needs, including autism and profound learning difficulties, helping them build confidence, communication skills, and independence in a caring and collaborative environment. Key responsibilities of the SEN Teaching Assistant include: Providing 1:1 or small group support under the guidance of teaching staff Assisting with the implementation of EHCPs and individual learning plans Supporting students with communication, behaviour, personal care, and sensory needs Encouraging the development of independence and life skills Promoting a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment The ideal SEN Teaching Assistant will have: Experience working with children or young people with SEND (in a school or care setting) A calm, resilient, and caring attitude Strong communication and teamwork skills A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs An Enhanced Child Workforce DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply) This SEN Teaching Assistant role is a fantastic opportunity to make a lasting impact in a school that believes every pupil has a right to be valued, heard, and successful. Please be advised that this SEN Teaching Assistant role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check. As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK. To apply for the SEN Teaching Assistant role or express your interest, click ‘apply now’ and send your updated CV. A consultant will be in touch to discuss the next steps. For more details on this SEN Teaching Assistant role or to register for ongoing opportunities, contact Kate at the GSL Education Kent office today

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: Contributory pension scheme Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families Working 5 out of 7 days Fantastic Opportunity at prestigious Independent School Chartwells , part of Compass Group UK & Ireland, is the leading provider of catering and support services to Independent Schools in the UK. You will be part of a team that supports high quality education at this school by providing outstanding food and service to the pupils and staff. You will be a key part of a team who have a passion for preparing food daily using fresh ingredients. It all starts with enjoyment-great tasting, healthy food that pupils look forward to and really enjoy. Your key responsibilities will include: Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers Overseeing and implementing menu changes Identifying opportunities to improve our food services Listening and acting on customer feedback to consistently improve our food services Supporting with the creation of new menus and creative food concepts Representing Chartwells and maintaining a positive brand image Monitoring inventories to keep our kitchens well-stocked Overseeing kitchen cleaning responsibilities to maintain hygiene standards Complying with Food Handling, Hygiene and Health and Satefty regulations Our ideal Sous Chef will: Be passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service Hold a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent Have experience supervising a team Have experience in a similar Chef role Hold a Food Hygiene certificate Have a flexible approach to working About Us As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses. Job Reference: com/3007/43486001/52823850/SU #Lodestone House Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength! TPBN1_UKCT

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Applications are welcome from established teachers especially those ready to take on additional responsibilities and ECTs seeking their first teaching post within a school. If you are interested in this fantastic opportunity at a school that will help you grow your career then get in touch today wit

Are you a Psychology Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant in Flitwick looking to gain invaluable experience supporting children with additional needs? This is an exciting opportunity to join a welcoming primary school in Flitwick as a Psychology Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant, where you'll make a genuin

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