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September 2026 The Music Assistant is a varied and rewarding role at the heart of the school's musical life. Working closely with the Director of Co-Curricular Music and supporting all music staff, the Music Assistant will provide vital musical, administrative and co-curricular support to ensure the smooth running of the department. The successful candidate will contribute to an ambitious and thriving music programme, supporting pupils of all ages and abilities, and will play an active part in the wider life of the school. This role is ideally suited to a graduate or musician early in their career who is passionate about music, enthusiastic about working with young people, and keen to develop professional experience in an outstanding independent school. Francis Holland is committed to professional development and indeed the Director of Co-Curricular Music, Elliot Mercer, started at the school as the Music Assistant. Please do contact him for more information: Key Responsibilities Musical and Co-Curricular: Offer piano accompaniment for individuals or groups as required (e.g. school examinations, the musical production, concerts and festivals). Assist, support and accompany various choral and instrumental groups in weekly rehearsals and performances, including Lower School Choir, the Chamber Choirs, Music Scholars Group, and Orchestra. Offer weekly tutoring sessions for Sixth Form pupils, and support GCSE pupils requiring additional help, at the discretion of the Director of Academic Music. Teach Musicianship/Music Theory crash course sessions (Grades 1-5). Coach a Chamber Music Group and lead/co-lead other groups at the discretion of the Director of Co-Curricular Music. Attend school concerts, including the once-termly evening concerts, assisting with welcoming and seating guests and supporting front-of-house or backstage as required. Occasionally play the piano in school assemblies, accompanying hymns and providing music as pupils enter and leave the hall. Depending on the candidate's instrumental abilities, participate in relevant ensembles such as Orchestra or Staff Choir. Administrative: Support the administration and the management of systems for Visiting Music Teacher timetables, registers and room bookings, and assist with orders for books and sheet music. Maintain clear and timely communication with pupils, parents and staff regarding relevant music-related activities, responding to enquiries from pupils, parents, staff and visitors positively, professionally and promptly. Maintain accurate weekly attendance records for individual instrumental and vocal lessons and co-curricular groups; contact pupils who miss sessions, issue sanctions as appropriate, and report serious concerns to the Director of Co-Curricular Music. Work with the Director of Co-Curricular Music to support the Visiting Music Teachers and enable them to teach high-quality music lessons regularly. Administer, organise and steward the delivery of public practical performing exams (usually termly and mainly ABRSM and LCM). Work with the Director of Co-Curricular Music to plan and deliver all practical aspects of concerts and events, including seating plans, programme production, ticket requests, and front-of-house logistics. Manage the hiring, cataloguing and return of sheet music for choral concerts and other events. Maintain the cleanliness, tidiness and organisation of music practice rooms and storage areas, including the management and upkeep of instruments, equipment and other department resources. Manage and maintain the department's social media presence, and liaise with the Marketing Department to provide news articles and updates to the school website. Maintain and organise music department noticeboards and displays throughout the department. Manage departmental photocopying, printing and general administrative tasks as required. Application For more information and to apply, please visit our vacancies page: Closing date: 8:00am on Friday, 19th June 2026. Interview date: w/c Monday, 22nd June 2026. Applications will be considered as they are received. The school reserves the right to appoint at any stage.

Are you looking to join a practice who are looking to shape the future of Financial Planning?I'm partnered with a tier 1 wealth management firm who's aim is to provide truly exceptional, personalised financial planning to their core HNW and UHNW client baseI want to speak to ambitious and technical financial planning support specialists who want to join a collaborative London-based team. This is a unique opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals and take the next meaningful step in your financial planning career.You'll be a vital link between the Client Administration team and the Financial Planning Consultants, playing a key role in delivering tailored financial advice. You'll help shape client journeys and ensure that each recommendation is based on rigorous analysis and genuine understanding.Your key responsibilities will include: Supporting Financial Planners in delivering bespoke financial advice Reviewing and analysing client circumstances and financial data Preparing high-quality documentation: valuations, cash-flow models, executive summaries, suitability reports, etc. Liaising with Paraplanning, Admin, and product providers to ensure seamless client experience Coordinating on-boarding of new clients and supporting ongoing client relationships Using cutting-edge planning and CRM systems to manage work-flow efficiently Collaborating with colleagues to standardise best practices across desks Helping generate new business through introducer relationships We're looking for someone who's curious, detail-oriented, and excited by the opportunity to grow with us. You'll ideally have: Level 4 qualification (CII Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning or equivalent) and ideally progressing (or interested in progressing) with your advanced exams Experience in a financial planning environment A strong grasp of financial planning products, client on-boarding, AML, and compliance Confident communication skills and the ability to solve complex problems with initiative The role offers: A competitive salary of £40,000 - £50,000 per annum An excellent benefits package Ongoing professional development and training A culture that supports your growth, values your input, and challenges the status quo If you're a driven financial planning professional ready to take your career further, I'd love to hear from you. Visit the IDEX Consulting Ltd website for further opportunities. Please note that the information supplied may be retained for up to 10 years for use in connection with future vacancies. For full information on how we use your data, please visit the IDEX Consulting website and view our Privacy Policy. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Mission At IDEX, we strive for an inclusion-first company culture where everyone is treated fairly and can bring their authentic selves to work. We recognise and acknowledge that diverse representation at every level of our business requires continuous and measurable effort. We are committed to driving conscious inclusion across our business and creating equitable pathways.

Leading UK-based music examination board Opportunity to lead a Accounts Payable Function About Our Client ABRSM is The Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music and a global music education charity. At the heart of everything we do is our belief that music enriches lives. Building on our heritage, we offer face-to-face and digital exams, sheet music, recordings, apps and courses for students and teachers across the world. In partnership with four Royal Schools of Music, we carry on a long legacy of musical excellence. More than an awarding organisation, we support learners from the first note they play, and empower teachers who help build musical skills and encourage progress around the world. As a charity, we use all of the surpluses we generate to make significant donations towards music education initiatives and to develop our support for learners and teachers around the world. We advocate for music and its many forms, playing our part to ensure the future of music education and its place in society. Together with our partners, our teachers and others around the world, we've been nurturing the future of music since 1889-to help people start or continue their journey. Job Description This role reports to the Head of Transactional Finance. The jobholder is one of three people working in the Accounts Payable Team, which is part of the Transactional Finance & Systems function. The Transactional Finance & Systems function is responsible for: recording and processing the financial transactions required to support the operations of ABRSM and its subsidiary ABRSM (Publishing) Limited and to enable it to meet its statutory obligations the provision of timely and accurate financial management information to departmental budget holders and to the ABRSM's committees. Management of the Accounts Payable Team including monitoring the volume of work and allocation of work to two Accounts Payable Assistants, ensuring that deadlines are met and accuracy is maintained. General review and oversight of the work carried out by the Accounts Payable Assistants providing leadership, support and training in Accounts Payable procedures as required. Ensuring all incoming Supplier invoices are shared between AP assistants and processed for authorisation daily. Ensuring Examiner fees are processed for weekly payment runs as set out in with ABRSM's payment policy. Ensuing Examiner and HLR expenses are processed weekly for payment. Ensuring Suppliers are paid in accordance with their payment terms and ABRSM's approval process. Resolving Supplier and Examiner queries, reconciling statements, and building strong relationships Ensuring bank Direct Debits relevant to supplier invoices are processed monthly before month end. Processing staff Barclaycard applications and maintaining expenditure limits. Meet with new staff to explain ABRSM's approval process before being given system access. Administering of travel loan applications Maintenance of fixed data for suppliers, examiners and HLRs. Dealing with internal Accounts Payable queries and responding to requests for information. Monthly reconciliation of aged creditor reports Maintaining up-to-date documentation in relation to procedures and systems used. Active participation in the enhancement and development of systems in relation to Accounts Payable processing. Support with month end activities such as control account reconciliations, bank reconciliations and the accruals process Provision of leave cover for the Accounts Payable Assistants and other members of the Finance Department as requested by the Head of Transactional Finance. Ad hoc duties as requested by the Head if Transactional Finance Processing Royalty payments and administration of accounts. Daily checking of VAT codes for invoices awaiting approval. Processing International Rep commission payments and administration of accounts. Processing Scholar termly payments and administration of accounts. The Successful Applicant The Successful Applicant Previous Accounts Payable leadership experience in a fast paced, changing environment A thorough understanding of the principles of double entry and knowledge of finance accounting procedures Experience of providing excellent customer service, dealing with customers by phone and email Able to work with minimal supervision What's on Offer What's on Offer We would like to offer the successful candidate: Band D £45,000-50,000 Hybrid working, with 2 days in the office Christmas closure days 25+ days of annual leave (depending on role and length of service) Discounts on ABRSM and affiliated products Contributory pension scheme Life assurance Contact Harry Richardson Quote job ref JN-341Z Where specific UK qualifications are required we will take into account overseas equivalents. All third party applications will be forwarded to Michael Page.

Finance Officer Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to work for an organisation that makes a difference A rare opportunity has arisen to join a small and vibrant finance team working with the Diocese in Oxford. We are looking to recruit a brand-new position to contribute to the day to day running of the Diocese Board of Finance (ODBF) where your contribution will have a huge impact. Position: Finance Officer - Operations Location: Kidlington, Oxford/Hybrid Hours: 37 hours per week Salary: £36,475.31 - £39,281.10 Contract: Permanent Closing Date: Sunday 5 October 2025 at midnight Interview Date: Monday 20 October 2025, Oxford The Role In this role, you will support the Finance Manager in providing a proactive, efficient, and highly effective finance service across the Diocesan Board of Finance and Trust custodian company, as well as supporting the larger finance team who look after the Board of Education. The role will be diverse, starting with managing the day-to-day functions but also assisting in all areas of the finance function, including bank reconciliations, VAT, forecasting and reporting. You will play a key role within a Finance department totalling 9 staff, with input into the future running and design of how the department continues to move forward and grow. About You We are looking for an experienced and highly motivated accountant or trainee accountant (or a financially astute individual with relevant experience) to join the friendly team in the Finance function. You will embrace the challenge that such a varied role brings. With proven experience in producing timely, high-quality and accurate financial information, your can-do approach to work will inspire you to deliver excellent, meaningful financial reports that will have high impact for stakeholders. You will be flexible in your working style, have strong numerical proficiency, confident communication skills, and excellent organisational and monitoring abilities. In return, there will be many opportunities for you to enhance your skill set, gain new experiences, and develop your career pathway within this important function. You do not need to be a practising Christian or have a faith to work with us - around 50% of our staff are not practising Christians but are comfortable with the Christian ethos that underpins our work. However, all our staff do have a desire to make a difference. Benefits and Rewards ODBF continues to offer a range of rewards and benefits to its staff, including: Competitive salary Generous employer pension contribution of 12.5% into the auto-enrolment pension scheme, which includes a death-in-service benefit (5% employee contribution) Re-accreditation as a Living Wage employer Annual holiday entitlement starting at 25 days, excluding public holidays, rising each year by one day to a maximum of 30 days, pro-rata for part-time employees In addition to the statutory UK public holidays, the Diocese offers three privilege days to all employees, namely Maundy Thursday, Ascension Day, and Christmas Eve (or the closest working day, where this falls on a weekend) Flexible working patterns with the ability to do some work from home Sabbatical leave, after a qualifying period of service Access to wellbeing support via Employee Assistance Programme Enhanced family-friendly policies and a generous occupational sick pay provision Free parking and subsidised on-site café Electric car and cycle-to-work salary sacrifice schemes EV charging points on site Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme with Octopus Electric Dreams Cycle to Work scheme with Green Commute Initiative Contributions towards eye examinations and prescriptive lenses Access to low-interest rate financial services from Churches Mutual Credit Union An attractive modern working environment The successful candidate must have the right to live and work in the United Kingdom. If you would like to learn more about this opportunity before submitting your application, please feel free to contact the Director of Finance to discuss the role in further detail. Contact details are available once you start the process. We want the organisations commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion for all to be reflected in the composition of staff. We are particularly keen to receive applications from candidates from communities currently underrepresented in the diocese. You may have experience in other areas such as Finance, Finance Officer, Finance Assistant, Finance Administrator, Finance and Operations Officer, Finance and Operations Assistant, Accountant, Junior Accountant. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Clinical To provide a specialist psychology service input for all young people and the Branas Isaf integrated team.To provide specialist psychology input supporting and promoting positive mental health and emotional well-being.To contribute to psychological assessment of individuals and groups, for example through direct observation, psychometric testing, semi-structured interviews and writing appropriate reports.To be actively involved in the weekly Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) consult team meetings and contribute to monitoring fidelity to the treatment model.To assist qualified psychologists/psychotherapists to carry out prescribed interventions with individuals or in groups (including facilitation of the DBT skills group).Undertaking supportive work with carers, family members, staff and other professionals.To contribute to the management of risk, under supervision.To ensure appropriate confidentiality.To engage flexibly with clients and other members of the integrated team at Branas Isaf, families and multi-agency team to promote constructive working relationships.To liaise with Registered Managers, education staff and other members of the multi-agency team, including external professionals.To produce assessments and other reports as required, under supervision.To represent the clinical team within external and in-house meetings (where appropriate).To undertake any other duties commensurate to your grade and ability. Teaching, training and supervision To prepare and participate in supervision on a weekly basis with a qualified practitioner psychologist.To undertake all work under the supervision of a qualified practitioner psychologist.To take responsibility for ongoing learning and development, including full participation in clinical and line management supervision and appraisals, in order to maximise own potential and continue to meet the demands of the post.To contribute to the development and delivery of teaching, training and support of other staff at Branas Isaf.To participate in external and internal training as deemed appropriate, including relevant Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) training events.To engage flexibly with clients and other members of the integrated team at Branas Isaf, families and multi-agency team to promote constructive working relationships.To attend regular team meetings and CPD days. Research and service evaluation To assist in the design and implementation of research, service evaluation or audit activities.To undertake data collection, analysis, the production of reports and summaries, using IT and statistical packages.To undertake database searches for literature and research papers to inform evidence-based practice for the clinical team. General To contribute to the development and maintenance of the highest professional standards of practice, through active participation in internal and external CPD training and development programmes, in consultation with the post holder's manager.To maintain the highest standards of clinical record keeping and report writing in accordance with professional codes of practice of the British Psychological Society and Board policies and procedures.To adhere to Branas Isaf codes of conduct and policies, as well as legislation relevant to the organisation and job role.Competence in the use of internet systems and information technology is essential.All employees of Branas Isaf and Care Tech are legally responsible for all records held, created or used as part of their employment including clients, corporate and administrative records whether paper based or electronic and also including emails. All such records are public records and are accessible to the general public, with limited exception, under the Freedom of Information Act 2000, the Environmental Information Regulations 2004 and the Data Protection Act 1998.To maintain other records as required within the Clinical Team Framework (3.2 Branas Isaf Policies and Procedures).To provide written feedback and information to members of the integrated team ensuring that confidentiality for and with service users is maintained (individual and organisational).Ensure that Branas Isaf and Care Tech's policy on equality of opportunity is promoted through his / her own actions and those of any staff for whom he / she has responsibility.Co-operate fully with the implementation of Health and Safety arrangements, reporting any accidents / incidents / equipment defects to his / her manager and maintaining a clean, uncluttered and safe environment for patients / clients, members of the public and staff.Represent Branas Isaf and Care Tech's commitment to providing the highest possible standard of service to patients / clients and members of the public, by treating all those with whom he / she comes in to contact in the course of work, in a pleasant, courteous and respectful manner. Adhere at all times to all Branas Isaf and Care Tech policies / codes of conduct, including for example: Smoke Free policy.I.T. Security Policy and Code of Conduct.Standards of attendance, appearance and behaviours.Safeguarding. Understand that this post may evolve over time and that this Job Description will therefore be subject to review in the light of changing circumstances. Other duties of a similar nature and appropriate to the role may be assigned from time to time.It is a standard condition that all Branas Isaf and Care Tech staff may be required to serve at any location within the assigned region, as the needs of the service demand.