Job Title: | Bid Development Officer |
School/Unit: | Research & Innovation Services |
Location: | Llandaff Campus, Cardiff |
Salary: | Grade 6A/B, £34,804 - £39,152 per annum |
Hours: | Up to 37 hours per week – part-time options / job share considered |
Tenure: | Fixed term until December 2023 |
Welsh University of the Year 2021 by The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide.
Our performance in this year’s Guide is exceptional. Our University was the biggest riser in Wales, and the third biggest in the UK, placing us in the UK top 40 for student satisfaction with teaching quality and the wider student experience.
We are very pleased that our strong performance has resulted in the University attracting high numbers of well qualified students and we are now seeking additional staff in both our academic schools and professional services departments. |
The opportunity Research and Innovation Services (RIS) is based at Cardiff Metropolitan University's Llandaff Campus, from where the team supports research and innovation interactions with business and the wider community. At an operational level, we are the gateway through which external organisations can access the support and knowledge base of the University. We work with colleagues across Cardiff Met’s five academic schools and all units on a broad range of research and knowledge transfer activities maximising the commercial and social value of the University's research. We work with businesses through collaboration, consultancy, offering the opportunity for businesses to work with our students and the use of our resources and facilities. RIS is also home to the Global Academies which is a strategic initiative of the University to support and encourage interdisciplinary, impactful and international research, innovation and postgraduate education that addresses global challenges identified by the UN Sustainable Development Goals and Wellbeing of Future Generations Act (Wales) 2015. Our three Global Academies are Health and Human Performance; Food Science, Safety and Security; and Human Centred Design. The role-holder will assist schools, academics and departments in the acquisition of industry-focussed collaborative opportunities. In particular targeting the development of Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTP), Innovate UK and Welsh Government SMART funded projects. The Knowledge Transfer Officer (KTO) will occupy a key role in Cardiff Metropolitan University’s mission to support industry and commerce through a wide variety of commercial activity. The role will primarily involve working alongside academic colleagues and funding bodies to develop proposals with a view to securing external income. The KTO will work closely with the Business Liaison Officer (BLO) to source and connect relevant academics with opportunities / applications in a timely manner. Duties will include the writing of funding applications and the related costing and pricing of projects, providing effective liaison between Cardiff Met and clients / potential clients, providing support and advice to companies and academics, developing a portfolio of knowledge transfer activity and maintaining appropriate monitoring and reporting mechanisms. You will be an enthusiastic and friendly professional with excellent communication and interpersonal skills coupled with a commitment to providing an excellent student experience. |
What you’ll do – key duties Identifying and targeting tenders / sources of funding for projects, e.g. Innovate UK and Welsh Government SMART funding.
Providing advice and support to academic schools in identifying, developing and submitting successful funding applications for knowledge transfer activities including Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) and Innovate UK programmes. Completion of accurate costing and pricing for a wide range of projects. Supporting the development of contractual agreements for the successful management of approved projects, including agreements regarding intellectual property and terms of collaboration. Providing on-going support, guidance and advice to clients and academic departments as necessary, therefore ensuring the smooth running of industry / academic projects. Chairing regular meetings with schools, academics and other internal departments to develop and sustain an innovation culture. |
What you’ll bring – essential experience & strengths Best practice in developing and delivering commercial projects (e.g. consultancy, training, contract research). Knowledge of monitoring commercial projects. Good working knowledge of MS Office applications, in particular Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint. A track record of writing successful funding bids e.g. public sector funding / tenders / research bids. Experience of providing advice to a variety of public, private and not-for-profit organisations.
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What you’ll have - essential qualifications Degree or equivalent experience. |
Our total reward package We have a range of great benefits for employees including: Annual leave of 35 days, plus 12 bank holiday / concessionary days Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous contributions Flexible and remote working opportunities Award winning sports and fitness facilities with subsidised membership, plus subsidised physiotherapy/complementary therapy/sports massage Access to all library facilities Salary sacrifice schemes including cycle to work
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How to apply
If you would like to talk with us about this opportunity please contact Matthew Taylor, Director of Innovation at mtaylor@Cardiffmet.ac.uk
To start your application please visit www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/jobs
Closing date: Monday 8 March 2021, 4:30 pm.
Should a high volume of applications be received, we may need to close this vacancy early. We therefore encourage you to apply as early as possible.
We are committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. Our Strategic Plan underpins our commitment to recruit and retain the best talent and we welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds. We appoint on merit.
Due to the coronavirus pandemic all of our recruitment is being conducted virtually. We aim to respond to your application as soon as possible.
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Further Information Full Job Description and Person Specification Please visit our website for information about working for us, our culture, benefits, work-life balance and our career progression and development opportunities.
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Shift patterns that we offer: 7am - 11am, 8am - 1pm, 11.45am - 2.30pm, 5pm – 7pm, 7pm -11pm
Overtime available.
The Role
As a Care Assistant, you will be supporting our customers in their own homes with all aspects of their day-to-day living, including personal care such as eating, bathing and toileting as well as providing practical, physical, emotional and social support.
You will be working with vulnerable individuals such as the elderly, those with learning disabilities, sensory impairments, who have recently been discharged from hospital. The role of a care assistant is to enable them to regain and develop their independence during the time that they are with us.
We are looking for people who are caring, supportive and passionate about providing a high level of care and support to vulnerable people, maintaining dignity and respect at all times. Good communication skills, both written and verbal, and an empathetic approach are essential.
Previous experience in the Care Industry is not essential, as a full training will be given which will also include ‘shadowing’ as experienced care assistant.
Key Requirements
Key Responsibilities:
Benefits of working at ECL include:
To view the full Job Description for this role, please click here.
About us
ECL was established by Essex County Council in 2009 and expanded its services into West Sussex in 2012. We are the UK’s first Local Authority Trading Company and the leading provider of Reablement Care in Essex and West Sussex.
As a company we continue to grow and expand and currently have over 1000 Community Care Assistants supporting our customers each day.
Your Career Starts Here…
Are you looking for a rewarding career and have the passion to make a difference?
With on-going training and career development, you’ll always find a challenge to keep you thriving and add qualifications at the same time.
Sounds like a role suited to your skills?
Submit your application here, and the first step of the recruitment process will be a CV screening stage followed by a short telephone conversation with our recruitment team. Successful applicants will be invited to a face to face or virtual interview, and if you are offered a role with ECL you will be sent a written offer of employment, subject to pre-employment checks.
ECL are an equal opportunities employer and positively encourage applications from suitable candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
We are proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme which helps to employ, support and promote disabled people in the workplace.
This position requires a current driving license and access to a vehicle.
Shift patterns that we offer: 7am - 11am, 8am - 1pm, 11.45am - 2.30pm, 5pm – 7pm, 7pm -11pm
Overtime available.
The Role
As a Care Assistant, you will be supporting our customers in their own homes with all aspects of their day-to-day living, including personal care such as eating, bathing and toileting as well as providing practical, physical, emotional and social support.
You will be working with vulnerable individuals such as the elderly, those with learning disabilities, sensory impairments, who have recently been discharged from hospital. The role of a care assistant is to enable them to regain and develop their independence during the time that they are with us.
We are looking for people who are caring, supportive and passionate about providing a high level of care and support to vulnerable people, maintaining dignity and respect at all times. Good communication skills, both written and verbal, and an empathetic approach are essential.
Previous experience in the Care Industry is not essential, as a full training will be given which will also include ‘shadowing’ as experienced care assistant.
Key Requirements
Key Responsibilities:
Benefits of working at ECL include:
To view the full Job Description for this role, please click here.
About us
ECL was established by Essex County Council in 2009 and expanded its services into West Sussex in 2012. We are the UK’s first Local Authority Trading Company and the leading provider of Reablement Care in Essex and West Sussex.
As a company we continue to grow and expand and currently have over 1000 Community Care Assistants supporting our customers each day.
Your Career Starts Here…
Are you looking for a rewarding career and have the passion to make a difference?
With on-going training and career development, you’ll always find a challenge to keep you thriving and add qualifications at the same time.
Sounds like a role suited to your skills?
Submit your application here, and the first step of the recruitment process will be a CV screening stage followed by a short telephone conversation with our recruitment team. Successful applicants will be invited to a face to face or virtual interview, and if you are offered a role with ECL you will be sent a written offer of employment, subject to pre-employment checks.
ECL are an equal opportunities employer and positively encourage applications from suitable candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
We are proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme which helps to employ, support and promote disabled people in the workplace.
This position requires a current driving license and access to a vehicle.
Shift patterns that we offer: 7am - 11am, 8am - 1pm, 11.45am - 2.30pm, 5pm – 7pm, 7pm -11pm
Overtime available.
The Role
As a Care Assistant, you will be supporting our customers in their own homes with all aspects of their day-to-day living, including personal care such as eating, bathing and toileting as well as providing practical, physical, emotional and social support.
You will be working with vulnerable individuals such as the elderly, those with learning disabilities, sensory impairments, who have recently been discharged from hospital. The role of a care assistant is to enable them to regain and develop their independence during the time that they are with us.
We are looking for people who are caring, supportive and passionate about providing a high level of care and support to vulnerable people, maintaining dignity and respect at all times. Good communication skills, both written and verbal, and an empathetic approach are essential.
Previous experience in the Care Industry is not essential, as a full training will be given which will also include ‘shadowing’ as experienced care assistant.
Key Requirements
Key Responsibilities:
Benefits of working at ECL include:
To view the full Job Description for this role, please click here.
About us
ECL was established by Essex County Council in 2009 and expanded its services into West Sussex in 2012. We are the UK’s first Local Authority Trading Company and the leading provider of Reablement Care in Essex and West Sussex.
As a company we continue to grow and expand and currently have over 1000 Community Care Assistants supporting our customers each day.
Your Career Starts Here…
Are you looking for a rewarding career and have the passion to make a difference?
With on-going training and career development, you’ll always find a challenge to keep you thriving and add qualifications at the same time.
Sounds like a role suited to your skills?
Submit your application here, and the first step of the recruitment process will be a CV screening stage followed by a short telephone conversation with our recruitment team. Successful applicants will be invited to a face to face or virtual interview, and if you are offered a role with ECL you will be sent a written offer of employment, subject to pre-employment checks.
ECL are an equal opportunities employer and positively encourage applications from suitable candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
We are proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme which helps to employ, support and promote disabled people in the workplace.
This position requires a current driving license and access to a vehicle.
Shift patterns that we offer: 7am - 11am, 8am - 1pm, 11.45am - 2.30pm, 5pm – 7pm, 7pm -11pm
Overtime available.
The Role
As a Care Assistant, you will be supporting our customers in their own homes with all aspects of their day-to-day living, including personal care such as eating, bathing and toileting as well as providing practical, physical, emotional and social support.
You will be working with vulnerable individuals such as the elderly, those with learning disabilities, sensory impairments, who have recently been discharged from hospital. The role of a care assistant is to enable them to regain and develop their independence during the time that they are with us.
We are looking for people who are caring, supportive and passionate about providing a high level of care and support to vulnerable people, maintaining dignity and respect at all times. Good communication skills, both written and verbal, and an empathetic approach are essential.
Previous experience in the Care Industry is not essential, as a full training will be given which will also include ‘shadowing’ as experienced care assistant.
Key Requirements
Key Responsibilities:
Benefits of working at ECL include:
To view the full Job Description for this role, please click here.
About us
ECL was established by Essex County Council in 2009 and expanded its services into West Sussex in 2012. We are the UK’s first Local Authority Trading Company and the leading provider of Reablement Care in Essex and West Sussex.
As a company we continue to grow and expand and currently have over 1000 Community Care Assistants supporting our customers each day.
Your Career Starts Here…
Are you looking for a rewarding career and have the passion to make a difference?
With on-going training and career development, you’ll always find a challenge to keep you thriving and add qualifications at the same time.
Sounds like a role suited to your skills?
Submit your application here, and the first step of the recruitment process will be a CV screening stage followed by a short telephone conversation with our recruitment team. Successful applicants will be invited to a face to face or virtual interview, and if you are offered a role with ECL you will be sent a written offer of employment, subject to pre-employment checks.
ECL are an equal opportunities employer and positively encourage applications from suitable candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
We are proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme which helps to employ, support and promote disabled people in the workplace.
This position requires a current driving license and access to a vehicle.
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Established in 2014, Cheeki Monkeys has become the largest, most widespread and well-known organiser of Nearly New Baby Sales in the UK with 2,000+ Events, 60K+ Stallholders and 300K+ Event visitors.
Our Nearly New Baby Sales are community events for the whole family, where mums & dads can buy or sell quality, gently used babies' and children’s toys, clothes and equipment. Family orientated crafters and businesses also have a chance to promote their services/products to their target audience. These events are becoming increasingly popular, regularly attracting hundreds of visitors!
WHY JOIN US (Event Organiser Benefits)
JOB DESCRIPTION (Event Organiser)
Cheeki Monkeys are recruiting event organisers for a varied role within our already successful team.
As a Cheeki Monkeys event organiser, your tasks will involve:
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Being helpful, friendly and welcoming are the most essential attributes required to succeed as an event organiser.
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These types of events are becoming an ever-increasing popular place for parents to trade their pre-loved goods. The number of Nearly New BABY Sales in the UK is growing at a rapid rate... take action now and grab your slice of this upward trend.
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Established in 2014, Cheeki Monkeys has become the largest, most widespread and well-known organiser of Nearly New Baby Sales in the UK with 2,000+ Events, 60K+ Stallholders and 300K+ Event visitors.
Our Nearly New Baby Sales are community events for the whole family, where mums & dads can buy or sell quality, gently used babies' and children’s toys, clothes and equipment. Family orientated crafters and businesses also have a chance to promote their services/products to their target audience. These events are becoming increasingly popular, regularly attracting hundreds of visitors!
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Cheeki Monkeys are recruiting event organisers for a varied role within our already successful team.
As a Cheeki Monkeys event organiser, your tasks will involve:
Most of your work will involve marketing your events online (using Facebook etc.). This role is suitable for people of all ages and backgrounds, NO EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED as Cheeki Monkeys will provide you with all of the knowledge that you require to be a successful event organiser within our organisation. Our mentoring techniques are valued highly by our existing team of event organisers.
Working with Cheeki Monkeys is like being part of a supportive family, our team are a friendly bunch and welcome new event organisers with open arms. The ongoing support that you will receive from Cheeki Monkeys and our current event organisers is unrivalled.
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Being helpful, friendly and welcoming are the most essential attributes required to succeed as an event organiser.
CATCH THE MOOD OF THE MOMENT
These types of events are becoming an ever-increasing popular place for parents to trade their pre-loved goods. The number of Nearly New BABY Sales in the UK is growing at a rapid rate... take action now and grab your slice of this upward trend.
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ABOUT CHEEKI MONKEYS
Established in 2014, Cheeki Monkeys has become the largest, most widespread and well-known organiser of Nearly New Baby Sales in the UK with 2,000+ Events, 60K+ Stallholders and 300K+ Event visitors.
Our Nearly New Baby Sales are community events for the whole family, where mums & dads can buy or sell quality, gently used babies' and children’s toys, clothes and equipment. Family orientated crafters and businesses also have a chance to promote their services/products to their target audience. These events are becoming increasingly popular, regularly attracting hundreds of visitors!
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Cheeki Monkeys are recruiting event organisers for a varied role within our already successful team.
As a Cheeki Monkeys event organiser, your tasks will involve:
Most of your work will involve marketing your events online (using Facebook etc.). This role is suitable for people of all ages and backgrounds, NO EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED as Cheeki Monkeys will provide you with all of the knowledge that you require to be a successful event organiser within our organisation. Our mentoring techniques are valued highly by our existing team of event organisers.
Working with Cheeki Monkeys is like being part of a supportive family, our team are a friendly bunch and welcome new event organisers with open arms. The ongoing support that you will receive from Cheeki Monkeys and our current event organisers is unrivalled.
REQUIREMENTS
Being helpful, friendly and welcoming are the most essential attributes required to succeed as an event organiser.
CATCH THE MOOD OF THE MOMENT
These types of events are becoming an ever-increasing popular place for parents to trade their pre-loved goods. The number of Nearly New BABY Sales in the UK is growing at a rapid rate... take action now and grab your slice of this upward trend.
For more detailed information, act now before your area gets snapped up... once it’s gone, it’s gone and they are going FAST!
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Follow/like us on Facebook 39K likes: https://www.facebook.com/cheekimonkeys
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Established in 2014, Cheeki Monkeys has become the largest, most widespread and well-known organiser of Nearly New Baby Sales in the UK with 2,000+ Events, 60K+ Stallholders and 300K+ Event visitors.
Our Nearly New Baby Sales are community events for the whole family, where mums & dads can buy or sell quality, gently used babies' and children’s toys, clothes and equipment. Family orientated crafters and businesses also have a chance to promote their services/products to their target audience. These events are becoming increasingly popular, regularly attracting hundreds of visitors!
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Cheeki Monkeys are recruiting event organisers for a varied role within our already successful team.
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Working with Cheeki Monkeys is like being part of a supportive family, our team are a friendly bunch and welcome new event organisers with open arms. The ongoing support that you will receive from Cheeki Monkeys and our current event organisers is unrivalled.
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Being helpful, friendly and welcoming are the most essential attributes required to succeed as an event organiser.
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These types of events are becoming an ever-increasing popular place for parents to trade their pre-loved goods. The number of Nearly New BABY Sales in the UK is growing at a rapid rate... take action now and grab your slice of this upward trend.
For more detailed information, act now before your area gets snapped up... once it’s gone, it’s gone and they are going FAST!
Click APPLY to view further details...
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https://www.cheekimonkeys.co.uk/home-based-events-organisers
Follow/like us on Facebook 39K likes: https://www.facebook.com/cheekimonkeys
Salary
£34.804k - £39.152k Per Year
Job Type
Contractor, Full Time
Posted
6 days ago
Job Title: | Bid Development Officer |
School/Unit: | Research & Innovation Services |
Location: | Llandaff Campus, Cardiff |
Salary: | Grade 6A/B, £34,804 - £39,152 per annum |
Hours: | Up to 37 hours per week – part-time options / job share considered |
Tenure: | Fixed term until December 2023 |
Welsh University of the Year 2021 by The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide.
Our performance in this year’s Guide is exceptional. Our University was the biggest riser in Wales, and the third biggest in the UK, placing us in the UK top 40 for student satisfaction with teaching quality and the wider student experience.
We are very pleased that our strong performance has resulted in the University attracting high numbers of well qualified students and we are now seeking additional staff in both our academic schools and professional services departments. |
The opportunity Research and Innovation Services (RIS) is based at Cardiff Metropolitan University's Llandaff Campus, from where the team supports research and innovation interactions with business and the wider community. At an operational level, we are the gateway through which external organisations can access the support and knowledge base of the University. We work with colleagues across Cardiff Met’s five academic schools and all units on a broad range of research and knowledge transfer activities maximising the commercial and social value of the University's research. We work with businesses through collaboration, consultancy, offering the opportunity for businesses to work with our students and the use of our resources and facilities. RIS is also home to the Global Academies which is a strategic initiative of the University to support and encourage interdisciplinary, impactful and international research, innovation and postgraduate education that addresses global challenges identified by the UN Sustainable Development Goals and Wellbeing of Future Generations Act (Wales) 2015. Our three Global Academies are Health and Human Performance; Food Science, Safety and Security; and Human Centred Design. The role-holder will assist schools, academics and departments in the acquisition of industry-focussed collaborative opportunities. In particular targeting the development of Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTP), Innovate UK and Welsh Government SMART funded projects. The Knowledge Transfer Officer (KTO) will occupy a key role in Cardiff Metropolitan University’s mission to support industry and commerce through a wide variety of commercial activity. The role will primarily involve working alongside academic colleagues and funding bodies to develop proposals with a view to securing external income. The KTO will work closely with the Business Liaison Officer (BLO) to source and connect relevant academics with opportunities / applications in a timely manner. Duties will include the writing of funding applications and the related costing and pricing of projects, providing effective liaison between Cardiff Met and clients / potential clients, providing support and advice to companies and academics, developing a portfolio of knowledge transfer activity and maintaining appropriate monitoring and reporting mechanisms. You will be an enthusiastic and friendly professional with excellent communication and interpersonal skills coupled with a commitment to providing an excellent student experience. |
What you’ll do – key duties Identifying and targeting tenders / sources of funding for projects, e.g. Innovate UK and Welsh Government SMART funding.
Providing advice and support to academic schools in identifying, developing and submitting successful funding applications for knowledge transfer activities including Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) and Innovate UK programmes. Completion of accurate costing and pricing for a wide range of projects. Supporting the development of contractual agreements for the successful management of approved projects, including agreements regarding intellectual property and terms of collaboration. Providing on-going support, guidance and advice to clients and academic departments as necessary, therefore ensuring the smooth running of industry / academic projects. Chairing regular meetings with schools, academics and other internal departments to develop and sustain an innovation culture. |
What you’ll bring – essential experience & strengths Best practice in developing and delivering commercial projects (e.g. consultancy, training, contract research). Knowledge of monitoring commercial projects. Good working knowledge of MS Office applications, in particular Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint. A track record of writing successful funding bids e.g. public sector funding / tenders / research bids. Experience of providing advice to a variety of public, private and not-for-profit organisations.
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What you’ll have - essential qualifications Degree or equivalent experience. |
Our total reward package We have a range of great benefits for employees including: Annual leave of 35 days, plus 12 bank holiday / concessionary days Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous contributions Flexible and remote working opportunities Award winning sports and fitness facilities with subsidised membership, plus subsidised physiotherapy/complementary therapy/sports massage Access to all library facilities Salary sacrifice schemes including cycle to work
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How to apply
If you would like to talk with us about this opportunity please contact Matthew Taylor, Director of Innovation at mtaylor@Cardiffmet.ac.uk
To start your application please visit www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/jobs
Closing date: Monday 8 March 2021, 4:30 pm.
Should a high volume of applications be received, we may need to close this vacancy early. We therefore encourage you to apply as early as possible.
We are committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. Our Strategic Plan underpins our commitment to recruit and retain the best talent and we welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds. We appoint on merit.
Due to the coronavirus pandemic all of our recruitment is being conducted virtually. We aim to respond to your application as soon as possible.
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Further Information Full Job Description and Person Specification Please visit our website for information about working for us, our culture, benefits, work-life balance and our career progression and development opportunities.
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