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Varndean School requires an enthusiastic, committed and outstanding teacher of Drama to start after Easter or in September. This is a permanent full-time position.This is a great opportunity for a skilled and passionate teacher to become part of a well-established, highly collaborative and successful team.The busy, productive and highly effective Drama department is at the heart of the school’s curriculum (both in and out of the classroom) and there will be extensive opportunities for the new appointee to develop professionally and contribute to helping the department fulfil its ambitious academic agenda.&nbsp;Varndean is an excellent place to work. Ofsted in 2022 described the “inspirational leaders” , the “expert” teachers, “impressive” pupils and the “exceptionally strong” staff training.&nbsp;We hope you will be interested in joining us. If so please complete the application form and send/e-mail it, with a covering letter to Hannah Butcher, Deputy Headteacher Varndean School <a href="mailto:vacancies@varndean.co.uk" target="_blank">vacancies@varndean.co.uk</a>.&nbsp;The closing date is 8am on Monday 1st December. &nbsp;Early applications are strongly encouraged as the school reserves the right to interview excellent candidates in advance of this date.

Varndean School 

Varndean School Prospectus 2025

Drama Teacher 

<h5>Description</h5>37.5 hours per week / permanent / Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm, with the requirement to work one late shift per week and be part of an out of hours 'on-call rota'.At YMCA DownsLink Group,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ymcadlg.org/ymca-downslink-group-about-us/" target="_blank">our mission</a>&nbsp;is to help children and young people have a fair chance to be who they want to be.&nbsp;We do this by providing a safe home, building life skills and self-confidence, and supporting emotional wellbeing and mental health.Our values -&nbsp;we do what’s right, we work with heart, and we build real connections&nbsp;-guide and shape how we show up for children and young people we support and for each other.We have an exciting opportunity for a Supported Housing Manager to lead our <a href="https://www.ymcadlg.org/where-we-work/ymca-brighton-and-hove/" target="_blank">Brighton and Hove services</a>. Our 24/7 high support services provide supported accommodation for 35 young people at risk of homelessness across two sites – Lansworth House and Gareth Stacey House.As a Supported Housing Manager, you will oversee the daily operations, ensuring our accommodation is safe, welcoming and secure. You will work closely with and lead two Deputy Supported Housing Managers, while supporting the wider team to deliver consistent, compassionate support.We are searching for a motivational and resilient leader who thrives on developing others, championing best practice, and nurturing a collaborative and compassionate culture. You will bring a trauma-informed and psychologically informed approach to both your team and the young people we support, ensuring everyone feels understood, safe and empowered. If you are energised by leading teams, shaping services, and supporting staff to deliver exceptional, person-centred support—even in challenging moments—this could be the role for you.In delivering&nbsp;the role, you will be&nbsp;responsible for:-- Leadership and&nbsp;People Management:&nbsp;Lead and manage a team, recruiting and inducting new staff, and supporting their performance to ensure high standards of service at all times.-- Service Provision:&nbsp;Responsible for the daily operations of the service so that it meets the requirements of the service specification, and:- reflects Psychologically Informed Environments (PIEs), Trauma Informed approaches and restorative practices.- identifies, maps and encourages the strengths and talents of each young person, enabling them to acquire the skills they&nbsp;need to lead independent and fulfilling lives.-- Partnerships:&nbsp;Develop and maintain effective working relationships with partner organisations that add value to the core, commissioned service (or have the potential to) attending relevant multi-disciplinary meetings as needed.-- General:&nbsp;Be a member of the out of hours ‘on call’ rota to provide out of hours management support to projects in the wider locality.About You – If you are enthusiastic about this opportunity but don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Your skills and experiences may be more transferable than you think, and you could be exactly the person we’re looking for.You will bring substantial experience in leading and developing teams within supported housing or similar services for young people and/or adults at risk. You will have a strong understanding of the Regulator of Social Housing (RSH) and Ofsted frameworks, coupled with a solid grounding in Trauma-Informed Care and Psychologically Informed Environments.You will be a confident and effective communicator with strong facilitation and decision-making skills, able to lead your team through challenging situations with calmness and clarity. You will have proven experience in overseeing safeguarding procedures within residential services and will model professional standards, maintaining clear boundaries while fostering a culture of trust, safety and supportive relationships.If you would like any further information or an informal discussion about this post, please contact&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Jay.Beach@ymcadlg.org" target="_blank">Jay.Beach@ymcadlg.org</a>. Should you require any assistance with our application process, please email us at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Recruitment@ymcadlg.org" target="_blank">Recruitment@ymcadlg.org.</a>CLOSING DATE: Sunday 14 December 2025 at midnight.TO APPLY: Scroll down the page to the application form. Please download the job profile (below), which includes the full role description and person specification.We are not able to support a work permit or offer a visa sponsorship for this role. Candidates must already have the right to live and work in the UK independently.An inclusive workplace&nbsp;We are committed to policies and practices of equity, diversity, and inclusion and to supporting our people to make sure our culture is consistent with this commitment.&nbsp;Accessibility&nbsp;If you require assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please do contact us.YMCA DLG requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns.&nbsp;Successful applicants&nbsp;are required to undertake an Enhanced DBS (including the&nbsp;Children’s and Adults’ barred lists)&nbsp;check, along with a reference and background check carried out by a third-party service provider.

YMCA DownsLink Group

Supported Housing Manager

<h5>Description</h5>37.5 hours per week / permanent /&nbsp;working onsite on a seven-day rolling rota, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays on a four-on-four off shift pattern.At YMCA DownsLink Group,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ymcadlg.org/ymca-downslink-group-about-us/" target="_blank">our mission</a>&nbsp;is to help children and young people have a fair chance to be who they want to be.&nbsp;We do this by providing a safe home, building life skills and self-confidence, and supporting emotional wellbeing and mental health.Our values -&nbsp;we do what’s right, we work with heart, and we build real connections - guide and shape how we show up for children and young people we support and for each other.We are looking for a&nbsp;Housing Night Worker&nbsp;to join our team across&nbsp;both Lansworth House and Gareth Stacey House. In this role, you will help ensure the safety, security, and wellbeing of our residents, providing a friendly welcome, offering light support, managing challenging situations calmly, and keeping essential administration and housekeeping running smoothly.Our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ymcadlg.org/where-we-work/ymca-brighton-and-hove/" target="_blank">Brighton and Hove services</a>&nbsp;support 35 young people at risk of homelessness, operating 24/7 across these two sites. With a mix of high and medium support levels, our services give young people aged 16–25 a safe, encouraging environment where they can grow in confidence, develop life skills, and take steps toward independence.This is more than a night shift role - it’s an opportunity to make a real difference, working as part of a dedicated team committed to helping young people thrive.We adopt a trauma informed and psychologically informed approach to supporting our residents to help them build essential life skills, identify their goals and work towards aspirations so that they can move on to enjoy fully independent futures. We have a dedicated team of Support Workers, Night Workers and additional Bank Workers who provide support, guidance, and signposting around areas such as housing, budgeting, living skills, jobs and relationship building. Situated in the centre of Hove, the service has strong links with and contributes to the local community.Main areas of responsibilities are:Safety and security<ul><li>Provide a friendly and professional front-of-house welcome to residents, visitors and staff, and ensure the building is safe, secure quiet and welcoming </li><li>Maximise the wellbeing of residents and visitors by ensuring adherence to health and safety protocols and house rules, all within the terms of tenancy agreements</li><li>Assess and monitor the risks presented by residents to ensure they can keep themselves safe and, where possible, continue their development</li><li>Record all incidents and accidents and share appropriately with the wider team, your manager and, if necessary, the central safeguarding team&nbsp;</li></ul>Engagement with residents<ul><li>Welcome residents home and provide informal and responsive support so they can articulate their aspirations and ambitions and acquire the skills they need to live independent and fulfilling lives</li><li>Ensure resident’s views, aspirations, concerns, and ideas are sought so they can play an active role in influencing the services they receive</li><li>Proactively promote the services on offer and ensure residents are encouraged to engage with those services</li><li>Contribute to, or support, evening groupwork activities so that residents can access tailored solutions that meet their needs, wishes and aspirations</li></ul>Administration and housekeeping<ul><li>Undertake tasks as directed, including but not limited to: inputting data, assessments, reviews, case notes onto our client database and entering new residents details/closing ex-resident records</li><li>Completing health and safety/compliance checks, and recording estate inspectors and room checks</li><li>Adding maintenance requests to our property services system</li></ul>General<ul><li>Work as part of a team, on a rota four on four off shift pattern, alongside another Housing Night Worker, ensuring young people at the service have non-judgemental, objective at night, along with taking responsibility for personal safety during periods of lone working</li><li>Contribute to a great working environment, with a calm, yet assertive manner, being able to handle potentially difficult situations</li><li>Participate in relevant continuing professional development and utilise Reflective Practice Supervision as part of leading psychologically informed practice&nbsp;</li></ul>There will be times when lone working will be a requirement for this role, but you will get to know the team and service, along with an induction and training prior to starting on a rota. Please download the job profile for full role details.&nbsp;&nbsp;About You – If you are enthusiastic about this opportunity but don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Your skills and experiences may be more transferable than you think, and you could be exactly the person we’re looking for.This is a dynamic and varied role; you will be passionate about being involved in the support and growth of young people.Experience and knowledge<ul><li>Experience of working in a customer facing environment, remaining calm and solution-focused when dealing with challenging behaviour</li><li>Basic understanding of the support needs of young people and/or adults at risks</li><li>Understanding of the impact of trauma on others, and the ability to work with a strengths-based approach with people who may be in distress</li><li>Demonstrated confidence and competence in recording notes/actions in service log, incident forms and Health and Safety check lists</li><li>Basic knowledge of good safeguarding procedures in relation to young people and/or vulnerable adults, and the ability to maintain professional boundaries (training provided)</li></ul>Skills and abilities&nbsp;<ul><li>Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing for appropriate record keeping (vital for handover to colleagues working day shifts)</li><li>Good interpersonal skills and ability to build and maintain strong relationships</li><li>Ability to work lone work, work autonomously, and use own initiative, as well as being part of a team</li><li>IT skills, including proficiency in MS Office 365 package, as well as healthy and safety and client management systems (training on YMCA DLG systems provided)</li><li>Ability to de-escalate volatile situations and manage challenging behaviour appropriately</li></ul>If you would like any further information or an informal discussion about this post, please contact&nbsp;<a href="mailto:steven.crowe@ymcadlg.org" target="_blank">Steven.Crowe@ymcadlg.org&nbsp;</a>. Should you require any assistance with our application process, please email us at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Recruitment@ymcadlg.org" target="_blank">Recruitment@ymcadlg.org</a>CLOSING DATE: Sunday 7 December 2025 at midnight.&nbsp;TO APPLY: Please scroll down the page to the application form. Please download the job profile (below), which includes the full role description and person specification.We are not able to support a work permit or offer a visa sponsorship for this role. Candidates must already have the right to live and work in the UK independently.&nbsp;An inclusive workplace&nbsp;We are committed to policies and practices of equity, diversity, and inclusion and to supporting our people to make sure our culture is consistent with this commitment.&nbsp;Accessibility&nbsp;If you require assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please do contact us.YMCA DLG requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns.&nbsp;Successful applicants&nbsp;are required to undertake an Enhanced DBS (including the&nbsp;Children’s and Adults’ barred lists)&nbsp;check, along with a reference and background check carried out by a third-party service provider.&nbsp;

Housing Night Worker

<h5>Description</h5>15 - 18.5 hours per week (2 - 2.5 days), to be worked flexibly including some evening and weekend work (working pattern to be discussed at interview) £30,035 per annum pro rata / permanent.At YMCA DownsLink Group, <a href="https://www.ymcadlg.org/ymca-downslink-group-about-us/" target="_blank">our mission</a> is to help children and young people have a fair chance to be who they want to be. We do this by providing a safe home, building life skills and self-confidence, and supporting emotional wellbeing and mental health.Our values - we do what’s right, we work with heart, and we build real connections -guide and shape how we show up for children and young people we support and for each other.Our multi-faith chaplains make a difference to the lives of young people by providing a space to be heard, to have fun and to eat together. Chaplains offer non-judgemental support to residents (aged 16-25 years) around their spiritual, emotional and social wellbeing. They are there for people of all faiths, no faith, and for those exploring faith, belief and spirituality. Fundamental to our chaplaincy service are our teams of highly committed volunteer chaplains who are passionate about supporting young people.We have an exciting opportunity to be part of something meaningful as our new Chaplain, coordinating our <a href="https://www.ymcadlg.org/what-we-do/support-and-advice/chaplaincy/" target="_blank">Chaplaincy Service</a> in Brighton and Hove. In this role, you will be responsible for recruiting, inducting, and supervising a group of up to 20 volunteer multi-faith chaplains who help deliver regular weekly chaplaincy sessions in our supported accommodation services.Chaplaincy sessions are usually run in the evenings and involve the preparation of a shared meal. You will, on occasion, also work one to one with some of our residents. The role also has an important outreach function to develop relationships with Christian and other faith/belief communities across Brighton and Hove so that those communities can support and participate in our work, including fundraising.Key responsibilities:<ul><li>Coordinate chaplaincies at our supported accommodation services in Brighton and Hove</li><li>Attend and actively participate in evening chaplaincy sessions (at least bi-weekly)</li><li>Recruit, train, and support new volunteer chaplains from multiple faiths</li><li>Provide one-to-one spiritual care and support to residents</li><li>Develop relationships with local churches and other faith/belief organizations</li><li>Explore potential for new chaplaincy services in other YMCA DLG services</li></ul>&nbsp;About YouIf&nbsp;you are&nbsp;enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience&nbsp;does not&nbsp;align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and&nbsp;demonstrate&nbsp;how your experience is&nbsp;transferrable.&nbsp;You may&nbsp;be just&nbsp;the right candidate.Experience and Knowledge:<ul><li>Good understanding of your own faith/belief system and other faith traditions</li><li>Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion</li><li>Experience recruiting, training, and supervising volunteers</li><li>Experience working with young people, especially those with challenging life experiences</li><li>Willingness to work with people of all faiths/beliefs and none</li><li>Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills</li><li>Ability to support young people experiencing distressing situations</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Training in your faith tradition</li><li>Valid driving license and access to a vehicle</li></ul>If you would like any further information or an informal discussion about this post, please contact&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Jay.Beach@ymcadlg.org" target="_blank">Jay.Beach@ymcadlg.org&nbsp;</a> Should you require any assistance with our application process, please email us at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Recruitment@ymcadlg.org" target="_blank">Recruitment@ymcadlg.org</a>CLOSING DATE: Sunday 23 November at midnight.TO APPLY: Please scroll down the page to the application form.We are not able to support a work permit or offer a visa sponsorship for this role. Candidates must already have the right to live and work in the UK independently.An inclusive workplace&nbsp;We are committed to policies and practices of equity, diversity, and inclusion and to supporting our people to make sure our culture is consistent with this commitment.&nbsp;Accessibility&nbsp;If you require assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please do contact us.YMCA DLG requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns.&nbsp;Successful applicants&nbsp;are required to undertake an Enhanced DBS (including the&nbsp;Children’s and Adults’ barred lists)&nbsp;check, along with a reference and background check carried out by a third-party service provider.&nbsp;

Chaplain

<h5>Description</h5>37.5 hours per week / permanent / working Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm with the requirement of working one late shift per week, one shift at the weekend per month and be part of an out of hours‘on-call rota’At YMCA DownsLink Group,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ymcadlg.org/ymca-downslink-group-about-us/" target="_blank">our mission</a>&nbsp;is to help children and young people have a fair chance to be who they want to be.&nbsp;We do this by providing a safe home, building life skills and self-confidence, and supporting emotional wellbeing and mental health.Our Values -&nbsp;we do what’s right, we work with heart, and we build real connections&nbsp;- guide and shape how we show up for children and young people we support and for each other.We are searching for a motivational and resilient leader who thrives on developing others, championing best practice, and nurturing a collaborative and compassionate culture. You will bring a trauma-informed and psychologically informed approach to both your team and the young people we support, ensuring everyone feels understood, safe, and empowered. If you are energised by leading teams, shaping services, and supporting staff to deliver exceptional, person-centred support - even in challenging moments - this could be the role for you.As Deputy Supported Housing Manager, you will play a central role in our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ymcadlg.org/where-we-work/ymca-eastbourne-and-hailsham/" target="_blank">Eastbourne and Hailsham services</a> - supported accommodation for young people aged 16–25 who are at risk of homelessness. Our services operate 24/7 to provide a safe, stable home where young people can feel understood, encouraged and supported. You will be based at our Eastbourne Foyer, located in the heart of Eastbourne, where the service maintains strong connections with and contributes actively to the local community. The role also involves travel across Eastbourne and Hailsham to our other East Sussex sites.Across our East Sussex sites, we work with around 50 young people, each with their own story, strengths, challenges and ambitions. Support Workers hold individual caseloads and meet regularly with residents to build support plans, celebrate progress, and set meaningful goals for the future. Your leadership will help create the environment where this work thrives - one where young people feel empowered and staff feel confident and supported.&nbsp;In delivering&nbsp;the role, you will work closely with the Supported Housing Manager, while supporting the wider team to deliver consistent, compassionate support. You will be responsible for:Service Provision:&nbsp;Supporting the Supported Housing Manager with the daily operations of the services so that they&nbsp;meet&nbsp;the requirements of the service specification including compliance with the Regulator of Social Housing (RSH) and Ofsted regulations. Oversee the residents’ referral, interview and induction processes for all beds and ensure the Occupancy Agreements and House Rules are fully understood. Ensure the quality of accommodation that is provided, liaising with the Housing and Property Services team to complete estate inspections and health and safety risk assessments, and to turn around voids and organise repairs in line with organisational targets and statutory obligations. With the Supported Housing Manager ensure effective income collection for all beds, working closely with the Rents team to create a rent payment culture.Leadership and&nbsp;People Management:&nbsp;Directly line manage team members, ensuring their service delivery, working culture and personal development mirror best practice. Ensuring&nbsp;the team is adequately trained and empowered to work effectively and creatively with our young people&nbsp;to enable them to achieve&nbsp;their aspirations and ambitions, whilst ensuring they are supported within safe and consistent boundaries.General:&nbsp;Be a member of the out of hours ‘on call’ rota to provide out of hours management support to projects in the wider locality. Reflect Psychologically Informed Environments (PIEs), Trauma Informed approaches and restorative practices.About You – If you are enthusiastic about this opportunity but don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Your skills and experiences may be more transferable than you think, and you could be exactly the person we’re looking for.You will bring experience of working in supported housing or similar services for young people and/or adults at risk, alongside experience in managing or supervising a team. You will have a strong understanding of the Regulator of Social Housing (RSH) and Ofsted frameworks, as well as a solid grounding in Trauma-Informed Care and Psychologically Informed Environments.You will be an effective communicator with confident facilitation skills, able to navigate challenging situations with calmness and clarity. You will also have experience of overseeing safeguarding procedures within residential settings, and a clear understanding of how to maintain professional boundaries while building trusting, supportive relationships.If you would like any further information or an informal discussion about this post, please contact&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Josephine.Stockford@ymcadlg.org" target="_blank">Josephine.Stockford@ymcadlg.org&nbsp;</a>. Should you require any assistance with our application process, please email us at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Recruitment@ymcadlg.org" target="_blank">Recruitment@ymcadlg.org.</a>CLOSING DATE: Sunday 7 December 2025 at midnight, interviews to be held on Wednesday 17 December.TO APPLY: Scroll down the page to the application form. Please download the job profile (below), which includes the full role description and person specification.We are not able to support a work permit or offer a visa sponsorship for this role. Candidates must already have the right to live and work in the UK independently.An inclusive workplace&nbsp;We are committed to policies and practices of equity, diversity, and inclusion and to supporting our people to make sure our culture is consistent with this commitment.&nbsp;Accessibility&nbsp;If you require assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please do contact us.YMCA DLG requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns.&nbsp;Successful applicants&nbsp;are required to undertake an Enhanced DBS (including the&nbsp;Children’s and Adults’ barred lists)&nbsp;check, along with a reference and background check carried out by a third-party service provider. &nbsp;

Deputy Supported Housing Manager

<h2>Job Description</h2>The Post in ContextWe have taken positive steps in developing our site management’s approach to the ‘customer’s journey’. Through investment in facilities, systems and processes we have experienced growth in participation, but it is essential for us to continue to explore new opportunities for investment and partnership, to inspire active lifestyles within our communities.As the first point of contact you will be critical in providing a first-class customer services experience by welcoming customers positively and ensure efficiency of service and administration at reception.Customer ServiceThe priorities of the CSA’s are:<ol><li>To provide a friendly and efficient service to all customers.</li><li>To pro-actively provide information to promote the Centre to the public at all times.</li><li>To respond positively to customer enquiries.</li></ol>Reception<ol><li>To answer, promptly, incoming telephone calls.</li><li>To welcome and acclimatise visitors to the centre.</li><li>To direct customers to the correct place of activity.</li><li>To control entry and exit systems.</li><li>To use PA systems for information and control.</li><li>To maintain a clean and tidy reception area.</li><li>To be smartly presented in uniform at all times.</li></ol>Administration<ol><li>Responsible for the smooth operation of the booking system embracing system enhancements.</li><li>To control and cash up all monies during the session in accordance with the financial regulations.</li></ol>Promotion of Centre<ol><li>To promote the sale of goods and memberships.</li><li>To enrol and issue cards in relation to memberships and categories available.</li><li>To deal with customer enquiries regarding programme and course details, first aid, lost property etc.</li></ol>&nbsp;Other Duties<ol><li>To carry out other duties as required.</li><li>To adhere to Wave Active Limited’s policies and procedures</li></ol><h2>Personal Specification</h2>Disposition<ul><li>Customer focused</li><li>Driven and Enthusiastic</li><li>Passion for providing exceptional service</li><li>Can do attitude</li><li>Pro-active</li><li>Team Player</li><li>Interpersonal skills</li></ul>Experience<ul><li>Similar work environment</li></ul>Skills<ul><li>Excellent communication skills – face to face, telephone</li><li>Able to remain calm and professional in challenging circumstances</li><li>Knowledge of cash till operations and administration of cash returns</li></ul>Other<ul><li>To be flexible to the changing demands of the business</li><li>Able to react positively to changes in policy and development into new or improved areas of service activity</li><li>To be able to follow Wave Active Limited Policies and Procedures</li></ul>

Wave Active

Customer Service Advisor

<h4>Fitness Instructor – 40 hours per week</h4><h4>Based at Lewes Leisure Centre</h4>Wave Active is an award-winning charity and social enterprise, supporting our local communities with facilities, activities, and services to inspire active lifestyles.Our purpose is to “Inspire Active Lifestyles” and vision, “To be at the heart of the improvement of health and wellbeing in the Community”.We are passionate about providing services and opportunities that support individuals to gain, regain or maintain health, fitness and wellbeing improvements. Managing 15 leisure facilities and Newhaven Fort, across the Lewes District and Eastbourne Borough of East Sussex we provide health and fitness services for both members and non-members of all ages to participate in, whether that be through sport, group exercise, gym, swim, play or health services.While we offer a range of facilities and activities across our multifunctional spaces, our team is key to creating an approachable environment enabling individuals to prioritise their wellbeing and their health journey.Formed in 2006 Wave Active continues to ensure all surplus revenues generated from activities are reinvested back into the community in the form of facility developments and refurbishments, new programmes of activity and to support those with health conditions to make health improvements.The Post in ContextUndertake all functions involved in the daily operation and service delivery within Gym. This includes providing supervision of the gym floor, undertaking various gym appointments including gym programming, reviews, floor-based coaching and a high level of engagement and connection to actively recruit and retain members. As a Fitness Instructor you will be required to deliver the highest quality service throughout the Centre by inspiring and motivating customers, to increase retention and provide guidance as well as support to ensure customers achieve their goals.Main Duties<ul><li>To motivate and support customers to increase retention and support customers to achieve their goals.</li><li>To carry out gym appointments and deliver our member journey, including Welcome Workouts, Personal Plans and Plan reviews.</li><li>Provide advice and guidance to customers to ensure they use equipment safely and adopt the correct exercise technique.</li><li>Deliver gym floor group training sessions as required (cross site if/when required)</li><li>Deliver gym floor workshops as required (cross site if/when required)</li><li>Create and promote in centre gym challenges to engage</li><li>To actively participate in the membership sales process by making customers aware of the benefits of membership and group exercise participation.</li><li>To meet agreed performance KPI targets set by the Operations Manager.</li><li>Create content for websites and social media platforms in the manner of images and video material.</li><li>To assist the Operations Management Team in organising special events, program development and promotions when required.</li><li>To ensure that the gym is maintained in a clean, safe, hygienic and tidy condition during your hours of supervision.</li><li>Following &amp; adhering to site</li><li>To carry out appropriate maintenance checks and follow procedures to ensure kit is back in working order as soon as possible.</li></ul>General<ul><li>To wear the uniform provided by the centre and always adopt a high level of</li><li>To comply with health and safety processes and</li><li>Attend training sessions and team meetings as and when</li><li>Various administration tasks as and when</li></ul>Note<ul><li>You will not actively promote your private business within Wave facilities (including the car park) and to Members.</li><li>You will keep Wave informed of external classes you teach and programs you run. By advising Wave of the classes and programs you run we can ensure that there is no direct conflict of interest.</li><li>You will not promote your private business using images of Wave facilities or Wave members participating in Wave activities.</li><li>If a Wave member is also a member of your exercise classes, you may of course use their image to promote your class (subject to image release authorisation).</li><li>You will make every effort to attend team</li><li>It is desired that you will have both L3 PT qualifications and GP referral or be willing to work towards both of these qualifications.</li><li>To deliver appointments in line with relevant qualifications.</li><li>You may be required to work across different sites when cover is needed as per the needs of the business.</li></ul><h2>Personal Specification</h2>Disposition<ul><li>Customer focused</li><li>Great communicator</li><li>Driven and enthusiastic</li><li>Passions in health &amp; wellbeing</li><li>Creative and intuitive</li><li>Empathetic</li><li>Pro-active &amp; good organisation</li><li>Team Player but also a good leader</li><li>Listening skills</li></ul>Experience<ul><li>Similar work environment</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>L2 Fitness Instructing</li></ul>Specialist Knowledge<ul><li>Genuine interest in health and fitness</li><li>After training, to be able to undertake preventative maintenance on equipment</li><li>Knowledge of behaviour change and goal setting</li></ul>Skills<ul><li>Communication skills (verbal and written)</li><li>Computer competent, MS Office software and email</li></ul>Other<ul><li>To be flexible to the changing demands of the business</li><li>To be able to follow Wave Active Limited’s Policies and Procedures</li></ul>

Fitness Instructor

Catering Assistant&nbsp;Hours: 20 hours a week, Mon-Fri - 10.00 – 14.00Salary: £13,103 (£24,242 FTE)Location: Laburnum Centre, Bognor RegisClosing Date: 3rd December 2025, Midday*We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Please note that we are unable to accept sponsorship applications and you will need the Right to Work in the UK.We are looking for someone who is friendly, enthusiastic, and passionate about good food and great customer service. As a Catering Assistant, you’ll join our welcoming team at the Laburnum Centre in Bognor Regis. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in delivering a high-quality catering service across our café, community clubs, and catering outlets.You’ll be part of a supportive team making a real difference in the community, ensuring our visitors enjoy not only delicious food but also a warm, welcoming experience. Working alongside the Senior Coordinator, you’ll help maintain a high-quality catering service, supporting both front-of-house and the preparation of light or pre-cooked meals.What You’ll Be Doing<ul><li>Delivering excellent front-of-house service – taking orders, serving customers, and keeping the café area clean and inviting.</li><li>Assisting with the preparation and plating of food and drinks.</li><li>Supporting food safety compliance, including completing the ‘Safer Food, Better Business’ Kitchen diary.</li><li>Helping with stock control and ensuring proper rotation of items.</li><li>Contributing to high standards of food presentation, quality, and consistency.</li><li>Helping reduce waste and supporting environmental and sustainability goals.</li><li>Taking part in mandatory training, including achieving or renewing a Level 2 Food Hygiene qualification.</li></ul>What We’re Looking For<ul><li>A friendly and approachable person with great customer service skills.</li><li>A genuine team player who enjoys working with others, including staff and volunteers.</li><li>Experience in a catering or food service environment.</li><li>A positive attitude and commitment to maintaining high standards.</li><li>The ability to maintain exceptional hygiene and cleanliness standards.</li></ul>BenefitsWe value our team and offer a brilliant benefits package, including:<ul><li>Flexible working options</li><li>Ongoing professional development</li><li>28 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro rata for part-time roles)</li><li>Blue Light Card eligibility</li><li>BUPA Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)</li><li>4% auto-enrolment pension with life assurance</li><li>Cycle to Work Scheme</li></ul>How to ApplyTo apply, please read the full Job Description and get to know us at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ageuk.org.uk/westsussexbrightonhove/" target="_blank">Welcome to Age UK West Sussex, Brighton and Hove</a>. Then submit your tailored CV and a covering letter explaining how you meet the person specification. We embrace innovation (yes, AI too!), but most importantly, we want to hear your voice.&nbsp;Alternatively you can download our application form&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ageuk.org.uk/westsussexbrightonhove/get-involved/work-for-us/" target="_blank">Age UK West Sussex, Brighton and Hove - work for us</a>Please note applications without a cover letter will not be shortlisted.As a Disability Confident employer, we offer a guaranteed interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role.&nbsp;If this applies to you, please indicate this clearly in your application.We are unable to accept sponsorship applications and you will need the Right to Work in the UK.If you're successful at interview, we’ll make a verbal offer of employment, which will be subject to satisfactory references and a DBS check.Who We AreAt Age UK West Sussex, Brighton &amp; Hove, we’re on a mission to change the way we age. As a local, independent charity and proud network partner of the national Age UK, we’re the go-to for expert guidance and support in later life. Whether it’s tackling issues like poverty, ageism and loneliness or helping people stay healthy, independent, informed and connected—we ensure that no one has to navigate later life alone.Through our advice services, wellbeing programmes and vibrant community centres, we empower older people with the support, companionship and activities they need to live life to the fullest. Our VIP values—Valued, Included, Passionate—drive everything we do, creating welcoming spaces where everyone feels heard and respected.If you want to make a real difference, come and join us.Equity, Diversity &amp; InclusionWe’re proud to be building a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the communities we serve. We believe in removing barriers so that everyone, regardless of background, age, or ability, has the opportunity to thrive.As part of our commitment to the Disability Confident programme, we actively support applications from disabled candidates and ensure fair, inclusive recruitment practices. We offer a guaranteed interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role.We also value the experience and contributions of older workers and are committed to age-friendly employment practices that support people at every stage of life.We encourage individuals to let us know about any reasonable adjustments they may need, whether during the application process, interviews, or in the workplace, to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience for all applicants.If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, or need support with your application, please let us know at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@ageukwestsussex.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ageukwestsussex.org.uk</a> and we’ll be in touch.

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Catering Assistant

Varndean School is looking to recruit an enthusiastic, committed and outstanding Teaching Assistant (Level B). 30 Hours per week, term time only. Points 9 to 10 - £27,254 - £27,694, actual starting salary: £20,126.&nbsp;This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate and dynamic professional to join our well established and highly successful individual learning support (ILS) provision. The busy, productive and highly effective ILS department is at the heart of the life of the school; effecting responsive classroom practice and delivering specialist provision across four areas to ensure that all of our students can thrive. As a result Varndean is very popular with families of children with SEND and there will be extensive opportunities for the successful candidate to develop professionally and contribute to the school’s aim to provide a world-class education for all of its students.&nbsp;Varndean is an excellent place to work. Ofsted in 2022 described the “inspirational leaders” , the “expert” teachers, “impressive” pupils and the “exceptionally strong” staff training.&nbsp;We hope you will want to pursue an application further and you are welcome to make a preapplication visit to the school.&nbsp;To apply please complete the application form and send/e-mail it, with a covering letter to Lynn Hill, Director of Finance and Operations, Varndean School <a href="mailto:vacancies@varndean.co.uk" target="_blank">vacancies@varndean.co.uk</a>&nbsp;The closing date is 9am on Wednesday 3rd December 2025 Early applications are encouraged as the school reserves the right to interview excellent candidates in advance of this date.

Teaching Assistant Level B

Varndean School is looking for a reliable and hardworking Catering Supervisor. 32.5 hours per week, term time only (39 weeks per year) 7am to 2pm Monday to Friday (incl 30 min unpaid break) Salary scale 4a point 9 - 10 (£27,254 - £27,694 pro rata) actual starting salary £20,739.74. Under the guidance of the Catering Manager, the successful applicant will provide leadership and guidance to all team members to ensure a positive customer experience., and assist the Catering Manager with ordering and invoicing processes. Reporting to the Catering Manager, this is an important role in maintaining the school’s high hygiene and kitchen standards. we are looking for someone who works well in a team, who has a systematic approach to their work and who is able to follow established procedures. Varndean is an excellent place to work. Ofsted in 2022 described the “inspirational leaders”, the “expert” teachers, “impressive” pupils and the “exceptionally strong” staff training.We hope you will want to pursue an application further and you are welcome to make a pre-application visit to the school.To apply please complete the application form and send/e-mail it, with a covering letter to Lynn Hill, Director of Finance and Operations, Varndean School <a href="mailto:vacancies@varndean.co.uk" target="_blank">vacancies@varndean.co.uk</a>The closing date is 9am on Monday 1 December. Early applications are encouraged as the school reserves the right to interview excellent candidates in advance of this date.Varndean School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We welcome applications from all parts of our community as we aspire to have a staff body that matches the social and cultural diversity of our student intake. The successful candidate will be subject to a DBS check. The school welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. Brighton &amp; Hove Schools - Taking Action for Equality

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