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Plumber / Mechanical Fitter - Devon Partnership NHS Trust

Location: Estates Department, Langdon Hospital, Dawlish, Devon, EX7, 0NRDevon Partnership Trust have an exciting opportunity to work as a Plumber / Mechanical Fitter as part of a team in the maintenance of building, carpentry and electrical services in healthcare properties.This will involve working in a wide range of healthcare and associated premises in both new and existing buildings. You will work flexibly, using your own initiative and with the minimum amount of supervision.There is an expectation for the appointed candidate to be self-motivated and able to manage their own workflow, as for the majority of the day you will be working on your own, although there will be a requirement to work with other trades from time to time.A full driving licence is an essential requirement due to the geographical area covered.This role is currently subject to Job Evaluation.This role also includes a Recruitment and Retention Premium - for more details please contact the recriuting manager.Main duties of the jobKey responsibilities for the role are to:Plan, organise and prioritise own workflow within a range agreed with the Maintenance Supervisor.To be able to problem solve and diagnose faults to find a solution. Installation and or repair and maintenance of physical assets.Maintain and repair Trust property and equipment.To work under own initiative for the majority of the working day.To be competent in all aspects of Plumbing and Mechanical works and to be able to work on your own or as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Planning and prioritising the workload in conjunction with the Maintenance Supervisor.Compliance with safe systems of work within relevant Health & Safety Regulations.To establish and maintain good relationships and effective team working which will include supporting colleagues in order that the Estates Department is able to provide the full range of high quality estates services to both the Devon Partnership Trust and its client Trusts.Undertake surveys or audits as necessary to own work and regularly undertake equipment testing. Participates is surveys and audits and undertakes acceptance and testing of new equipment.About usAbout Devon Partnership TrustWe provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we doOur valuesWe not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.For questions about the job, contact: Senior Estates Officer, Rod Butler, roderick.butler@nhs.netFor further information and to apply, please click here: Job Advert

Carpenter / Building Operative - Devon Partnership NHS Trust

Location: Estates Department - Langdon Hospital, Exeter Road, Dawlish, Devon, EX7 0NRDevon Partnership NHS Trust have an exciting opportunity for a skilled and motivated Carpenter / Building Operative to join our Estates team at Langdon Hospital in Dawlish. You will be part of a dynamic team responsible for the maintenance of building, mechanical and electrical services across a range of healthcare premises. This includes working in both new and existing buildings within the Trust and its client organisations.This role requires a high level of flexibility, confidence and the ability to work on your own initiative with minimal supervision. For the majority of the working day you will operate independently, managing your own workload and ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and to a high standard. You will also be required to work collaboratively with other trades on occasion to support wider estates activities.Given the geographical area covered by the Estates team, a full UK driving licence is essential.What Were Looking ForA qualified Carpenter or Building Operative with relevant experience in building maintenance.Ability to work independently, demonstrate initiative and manage your own diary and workload.Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to maintenance and repair tasks.Good communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively when required.Commitment to safe working practices and compliance with Health & Safety standards.Full UK driving licence (essential).The role also includes a Recruitment and Retention Premium Main duties of the jobKey responsibilities for the role include:Plan, organise and prioritise your own workflow within parameters agreed with the Maintenance Supervisor.Problem-solve and diagnose faults, determining appropriate solutions and carrying out installation, repair and maintenance of physical assets.Maintain and repair Trust property, buildings, fixtures, fittings and associated equipment.Work under your own initiative for the majority of the working day, ensuring tasks are carried out safely and effectively.Demonstrate competency in all aspects of carpentry, working independently or as part of a multi-disciplinary team as required.Plan and prioritise workload in conjunction with the Maintenance Supervisor to support service needs.Ensure compliance with safe systems of work and relevant Health & Safety Regulations at all times.Establish and maintain good working relationships, contributing to effective team working and supporting colleagues to ensure a high-quality estates service is provided across Devon Partnership NHS Trust and its client Trusts.Undertake surveys or audits relevant to your work, including the routine testing of equipment. Participate in wider surveys and audits, and support the acceptance and testing of new equipment where required.About usAbout Devon Partnership TrustWe provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we doOur valuesWe not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.For questions about the job, contact: Senior Estates Officer, Rod Butler, roderick.butler@nhs.netFor further information and to apply, please click here: Job Advert

Specialist Social Worker - Inclusis Ltd (Tide House)

Location: Tide House, Bideford, DevonRole type: Flexible (office based, with some home working)Reporting to: Registered ManagerAbout Tide HouseTide House is a Residential Family Assessment Centre rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted (August 2025). We undertake parenting assessments for up to five families placed with us, providing ‘expert evidence’ to support families, local authorities and care proceedings. Families have self-contained accommodation of 1-3 bedrooms, allowing us to support families with multiple parents and children. Tide House utilises relational approaches to support families to care for their children in a safe and consistent way, alongside undertaking the required assessment of them, as directed by the Local Authority or Court.The roleAs a Specialist Social Worker you will typically be responsible for undertaking the parenting assessments of 2-3 families that are placed at Tide House. You will be joining a multi-disciplinary team that includes Social Workers, Therapists, Assessment Support Workers and Family Key Workers. The team are highly skilled and experienced in supporting families with a wide range of needs, including mental ill-health, substance use, learning disabilities, domestic abuse and past trauma. Alongside undertaking the parenting assessment, you will utilise your social work skills and experience contribute to the wider team learning and development, including weekly meetings that review the ongoing assessment and monitoring levels for each family.This role has an important safeguarding responsibility, both for the families you directly work with and as a contributor to the wider safeguarding culture throughout the organisation. Close support, clear communication and regular recordings all support us to ensure children at Tide House are kept safe and their wellbeing promoted.This role can be undertaken fully in the office or with 2-3 days of home working, depending upon the current stage of assessment. You will be expected to be present, in person, for assessment sessions, delivering ‘Feedback’ and for most multi-agency meetings. The length of the office days can be negotiated to fit around your personal commitments.The successful candidate will have:• As least 3 years post-qualifying experience of working in children’s social work• Experience of undertaking parenting assessments, report writing and Care Proceedings• A trauma-informed approach to working with parents, whilst ensuring a child-focus to the assessment• Experience of engaging families to make positive and sustained change• A commitment to professional developmentWhat we offer at Tide House:A warm, person‑centred organisation making a real difference• A homely, nurturing environment where people feel valued• Small enough for strong relationships, big enough for real opportunities• A supportive culture focused on improving lives every dayClear values and meaningful purpose• Everything we do is centred around safety, wellbeing and getting it right for families• A commitment to delivering the best possible outcomes for families through consistent, high quality and relational practice• A shared vision that everyone is part of and contributes toSupportive, visible and experienced leadership• Managers who listen, guide and actively support you• A collaborative multi‑disciplinary approach• Friendly and approachable leadership team• Regular 1:1 and group supervisionRobust, supportive induction• Structured induction programme to help you feel confident in your role• Hands-on learning and guidance from experienced staff• Shadowing shifts and ongoing mentoringSupport for your career progression• We invest in developing your skills and career• Training and qualifications funded (by agreement)• Pathways for progression into different rolesMeaningful rewards• Highly competitive salary• Paid annual leave (33 days for this position)• Paid sick leave• Private healthcare• Company pension• Paid car parking (for this position)• Paid Social Work England registration fees (for social work positions)• Paid flu vaccine• Paid eye care• Annual staff celebration and social eventExcellent IT systems• Bespoke, in-house, case management system• Responsive, in-person IT support• Easy-to-use systems that help you succeed in your role• Tools designed to make your work smoother and more efficientA great working environment• A calm, positive and well-maintained office setting• Tea, coffee and biscuits, as needed!• A team culture built on kindness, respect and collaboration• A supportive atmosphere where everyone looks out for each otherJob descriptionPlease see attached.SafeguardingTide House is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults. Safer recruitment practices are followed to ensure all candidates are suitable to work with vulnerable individuals. This includes robust vetting procedures, comprehensive pre‑employment checks, and an expectation that all staff uphold our safeguarding policies at all times.This role, as it involves regulated activity, will require an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, verification of identity, scrutiny of employment history, and the gathering of suitable references.Equal opportunitiesTide House is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to ensuring that no applicant or employee is discriminated against directly or indirectly as a result of any protected characteristic. How to applyIf you would like an informal discussion about this opportunity, then please contact Karl Knill on 01237 237120.If you would like to apply, then please complete the application form which can be found here: https://forms.office.com/e/VSGzjvtYck

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Mealtime Assistant - Brixington Primary School (First Federation Trust)

East Devon, Devon
Part Time
Grade A: £24,796 per annum Full Time Equivalent

Required to start as soon as possible About this Role Brixington Primary School are looking for a Mealtime Supervisor to cover 5 lunchtimes per week, Monday to Friday between 12pm and 1.30pm. We are looking to appoint an exceptional candidate who: • Will be responsible for a safe and calm dining experience. • Will be able to build a rapport with children. • Will be able to support children during their lunchtime provision both in the dining room and on the playground. • Will be able to liaise both written and verbally with other school staff. • Will be physically able to lift and move tables and chairs as part of the setup and clear-down for lunchtime. About First Federation Our trust started life as a small group of schools in South Devon and our founding schools have been working together since 2006. We have a wonderfully diverse family of 29 primary schools which range from two-class village schools to much larger, urban primaries, which benefit greatly from working collaboratively, sharing collective experience, and providing support and inspiration to one another. We are driven by our values and committed to providing the best possible education for all the children in our schools. Our vision is that every individual will aspire, flourish and achieve within the heart of their community. We offer staff the chance to expand on their skills and knowledge, and progress within the organisation. From our partnership with SWIFT Training , which offers Initial Teacher Training with Primary Teacher Training Courses and PGCE, face-to-face training and work experience opportunities, to promoting outstanding career development through our professional development pathways, we support our colleagues at every step of their career. To find out more visit the website , follow us on X or LinkedIn or get in touch by email or telephone (01626) 244920. Safeguarding Information First Federation Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This role requires an enhanced DBS disclosure. The specific Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy for each of our schools can be found in the safeguarding section of their website, together with information about who the Designated Safeguarding Lead and other Level 3 trained staff are. All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search. Applications supported by recruitment agencies will not be considered. First Federation Trust require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage. How to Apply For further information and to apply please visit First Federation Vacancies Please apply by midday 15th April 2026. Applications supported by recruitment agencies will not be considered.

Mealtime Assistant - Brixington Primary School (First Federation Trust)

East Devon, Devon
Part Time
Grade B: £25,185 - £25,583 Full Time Equivalent

Required to start as soon as possible About this Role Brixington Primary School are looking for a Mealtime Supervisor to cover 5 lunchtimes per week, Monday to Friday between 11.30am and 1.30pm. 10 hours per week, term time only. We are looking to appoint an exceptional candidate who: • Will be responsible for a safe and calm dining experience. • Will be able to build a rapport with children. • Will be able to support children during their lunchtime provision both in the dining room and on the playground. • Will be able to liaise both written and verbally with other school staff. • Will be physically able to lift and move tables and chairs as part of the setup and clear-down for lunchtime. • Has excellent organisational skills and will be able to lead and manage a team of mealtime assistants. About First Federation Our trust started life as a small group of schools in South Devon and our founding schools have been working together since 2006. We have a wonderfully diverse family of 29 primary schools which range from two-class village schools to much larger, urban primaries, which benefit greatly from working collaboratively, sharing collective experience, and providing support and inspiration to one another. We are driven by our values and committed to providing the best possible education for all the children in our schools. Our vision is that every individual will aspire, flourish and achieve within the heart of their community. We offer staff the chance to expand on their skills and knowledge, and progress within the organisation. From our partnership with SWIFT Training , which offers Initial Teacher Training with Primary Teacher Training Courses and PGCE, face-to-face training and work experience opportunities, to promoting outstanding career development through our professional development pathways, we support our colleagues at every step of their career. To find out more visit the website , follow us on X or LinkedIn or get in touch by email or telephone (01626) 244920. Safeguarding Information First Federation Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This role requires an enhanced DBS disclosure. The specific Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy for each of our schools can be found in the safeguarding section of their website, together with information about who the Designated Safeguarding Lead and other Level 3 trained staff are. All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search. Applications supported by recruitment agencies will not be considered. First Federation Trust require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage. How to Apply For further information and to apply please visit First Federation Vacancies Please apply by midday 15th April 2026. Applications supported by recruitment agencies will not be considered.

Inclusion Support - Queen Elizabeth's School (Ted Wragg Multi Academy Trust)

Mid Devon, Devon
Part Time
Starting from £21,356 pro-rata

Required from: As soon as possible We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated person to join our Inclusion Team. If you are interested in making a measurable difference to the lives of young people, then this could be the perfect role for you. The successful applicant will maintain a positive learning environment, support students to access the curriculum and manage their behaviours in the classroom. If successful in your application to this rewarding role you will become a key member of the school’s Inclusion Team, liaising with parents/carers, staff and students to support the behaviour policies and systems across the school. For further information please contact: anna.field@qe.devon.sch.uk The Ted Wragg Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and operate in accordance with the Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy. All appointments will be subject to a number of safeguarding checks including an enhanced DBS check. We are part of the Ted Wragg Trust, an ambitious and inclusive trust of schools strengthening our communities through excellent education. Full details and an application form can be downloaded here: Inclusion Support role Closing Date: 9am on Monday 30 March 2026.

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