St Elizabeth's Centre

Location: St Elizabeth's Centre, Much Hadham Full-Time Permanent Salary: £35,432 - £39,605 per annum About St Elizabeth's Centre Nestled in 60 acres of peaceful countryside, St Elizabeth's is a national charity that has supported children, young people, and adults with complex medical and learning needs for over 120 years. We provide a specialist School, College, residential care, supported living and on-site health services.Our mission is to help every person we support Live Life to the Full, and our values - aspirational, collaborative, joyful, and compassionate - are at the heart of everything we do. About the Role Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the Quality Assurance Manager will play a vital role in maintaining and improving the quality and safety of care delivered across our residential School and College services.You will lead on quality improvement, embed compliance and regulatory standards (CQC/Ofsted), and act as a key driver in safeguarding best practices. Using structured audits, inspections, and feedback cycles, you will work closely with teams to ensure excellence in care, safety, and person-centred planning.This role will also act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead for the services and take a leadership role in promoting learning from incidents and continuous service improvement. Key Responsibilities Lead internal audits across all service areas, reporting findings and driving actions Monitor, evaluate and improve compliance with regulatory frameworks Champion safeguarding and act as a Designated Safeguarding Lead Audit the quality of documentation, DATIX, care planning, MCA/LPS and assessments Collaborate with managers to ensure inspection readiness and service development Support with rota effectiveness, staffing levels, and risk management oversight Lead on quality initiatives across both adult and children's services Contribute to training, policy development and organisational improvement About You This role is ideal for a dedicated and experienced professional in adult and/or children's social care, with a passion for quality and continuous improvement.Essential: Relevant care experience and knowledge of both adult and/or children's services Strong auditing and compliance knowledge (CQC/Ofsted) Leadership and team management experience Excellent communication and report writing skills Strong IT and organisational skills Commitment to safeguarding, diversity, and person-centred care Desirable: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards) Experience delivering staff training and managing change Why work for St Elizabeth's? You'll join a supportive, inclusive environment where your work is valued, and your wellbeing is prioritised. We offer: Supportive hours: Monday - Friday: 9:00am - 5:00pm Comprehensive training and development opportunities Recommend a Friend bonus of up to £500 (T&Cs apply) Free on-site parking and discounted meals in our on-site canteen Paid enhanced DBS. Beautiful countryside location Access to Blue Light Card and other discounts across high street brands. How to Apply Please apply via our website by completing an application form and uploading your CV. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis - we recommend applying early, as we may close the advert once enough strong applications are received.Please note: We are not located on a public transport route, so having access to transport is helpful.Final salary offer is dependent on experience, qualifications, and the role level. Inclusion & Safeguarding At St Elizabeth's, we embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and recognised as an Investor in People.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All offers are subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check. Some roles may involve regulated activity, and applying while barred is a criminal offence.Be part of something bigger at St Elizabeth's. 641

Location: St Elizabeth's Centre, Much Hadham, Hertfordshire (Just 10 minutes from Bishop's Stortford and Harlow) Contract: Term-time only (Monday to Friday, 39 weeks per year) Salary: £20,666 - £21,527 per annum (£12.85 - £13.39 per hour) Do you want a role that celebrates both educational and personal development? About St Elizabeth's Centre Nestled in 60 acres of peaceful countryside, St Elizabeth's is a national charity that has supported children, young people, and adults with complex medical and learning needs for over 120 years. We provide a specialist School, Sixth Form, College, residential care, supported living and on-site health services. Our mission is to help every person we support Live Life to the Full, and our values - aspirational, collaborative, joyful, and compassionate - are at the heart of everything we do. Now, we're looking for enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to join our warm and dedicated School team. About the Role Whether you're just starting your journey in education or already experienced in SEN support, this is your chance to make a real and lasting difference in the lives of children with complex learning needs. Working closely with teaching staff and therapists, you'll play a key part in helping learners achieve their goals, gain confidence, and enjoy their school experience in a safe, inclusive, and encouraging environment. What you'll do: Support students 1:1 and in small groups with their learning, communication, and independence Assist in delivering creative, tailored lessons that meet individual needs and education plans. Promote a positive classroom environment that values diversity, respect, and emotional wellbeing. Provide personal care and administer medication when needed (with full training provided) Contribute to a team that celebrates progress and nurtures potential - every single day. About You You're someone who's calm, kind, patient - and genuinely passionate about helping others succeed. You don't need formal education qualifications to apply, just the right attitude and a willingness to learn. Experience in an education or care setting is desirable but not essential. Confident communicator who can engage positively with children who have learning disabilities. Able to support with personal care when needed, always with dignity and respect. Strong team player with good ICT and organisational skills Ready to learn, grow and be part of something meaningful. Why work for St Elizabeth's? You'll join a supportive, inclusive environment where your work is valued, and your wellbeing is prioritised. We offer: Term-time only role - enjoy work-life balance with school holidays off. Supportive hours: Mon, Wed, Thurs: 8:30am - 4:00pm Tues: 8:30am - 5:00pm Fri: early finish at 3:45pm! Comprehensive training and development opportunities Recommend a Friend bonus of up to £500 (T&Cs apply) Free on-site parking and discounted meals in our on-site canteen Paid enhanced DBS. Beautiful countryside location Opportunities to grow within a multi-disciplinary team across school, college, care, and therapy. How to Apply Apply now by completing an application form and uploading your CV. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis - we recommend applying early, as we may close the advert once enough strong applications are received. Please note: We are not located on a public transport route, so having access to transport is helpful. Final salary offer is dependent on experience, qualifications, and the role level. Inclusion & Safeguarding At St Elizabeth's, we embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and recognised as an Investor in People. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All offers are subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check. Some roles may involve regulated activity, and applying while barred is a criminal offence. Support learners. Grow futures. Find purpose. Be part of something bigger at St Elizabeth's. REF-

Location: St Elizabeth's Centre, Much Hadham, Hertfordshire (Just 10 minutes from Bishop's Stortford and Harlow) Contract: Term-time only (Monday to Friday, 39 weeks per year) Salary: £20,666 - £21,527 per annum (£12.85 - £13.39 per hour) Do you want a role that celebrates both educational and personal development? About St Elizabeth's Centre Nestled in 60 acres of peaceful countryside, St Elizabeth's is a national charity that has supported children, young people, and adults with complex medical and learning needs for over 120 years. We provide a specialist School, Sixth Form, College, residential care, supported living and on-site health services.Our mission is to help every person we support Live Life to the Full, and our values - aspirational, collaborative, joyful, and compassionate - are at the heart of everything we do.Now, we're looking for enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to join our warm and dedicated School team. About the Role Whether you're just starting your journey in education or already experienced in SEN support, this is your chance to make a real and lasting difference in the lives of children with complex learning needs.Working closely with teaching staff and therapists, you'll play a key part in helping learners achieve their goals, gain confidence, and enjoy their school experience in a safe, inclusive, and encouraging environment. What you'll do: Support students 1:1 and in small groups with their learning, communication, and independence Assist in delivering creative, tailored lessons that meet individual needs and education plans. Promote a positive classroom environment that values diversity, respect, and emotional wellbeing. Provide personal care and administer medication when needed (with full training provided) Contribute to a team that celebrates progress and nurtures potential - every single day. About You You're someone who's calm, kind, patient - and genuinely passionate about helping others succeed. You don't need formal education qualifications to apply, just the right attitude and a willingness to learn. Experience in an education or care setting is desirable but not essential. Confident communicator who can engage positively with children who have learning disabilities. Able to support with personal care when needed, always with dignity and respect. Strong team player with good ICT and organisational skills Ready to learn, grow and be part of something meaningful. Why work for St Elizabeth's? You'll join a supportive, inclusive environment where your work is valued, and your wellbeing is prioritised. We offer: Term-time only role - enjoy work-life balance with school holidays off. Supportive hours: Mon, Wed, Thurs: 8:30am - 4:00pm Tues: 8:30am - 5:00pm Fri: early finish at 3:45pm! Comprehensive training and development opportunities Recommend a Friend bonus of up to £500 (T&Cs apply) Free on-site parking and discounted meals in our on-site canteen Paid enhanced DBS. Beautiful countryside location Opportunities to grow within a multi-disciplinary team across school, college, care, and therapy. How to Apply Apply now by completing an application form and uploading your CV. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis - we recommend applying early, as we may close the advert once enough strong applications are received.Please note: We are not located on a public transport route, so having access to transport is helpful.Final salary offer is dependent on experience, qualifications, and the role level. Inclusion & Safeguarding At St Elizabeth's, we embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and recognised as an Investor in People.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All offers are subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check. Some roles may involve regulated activity, and applying while barred is a criminal offence.Support learners. Grow futures. Find purpose.Be part of something bigger at St Elizabeth's. 313