What Jobs are available for Full Time in Canterbury?

Are you a passionate Speech and Language Therapist ready to make an impact and looking for a diverse and challenging opportunity in the education sector?

Do you believe that no child should be left behind at school or in life through poor speech and language skills and want to work with a company with the same ethos?

If so, then you hold the exact same values as us here at Speech & Language Link  and we would love to hear from you!

The Role at a Glance:
Speech and Language Therapist 
Canterbury / Hybrid (one to two days a week in the office)
£38,295 - £40,365 Pro Rata DOE
Plus Benefits Including Benenden Health Care, Flexible Working Arrangements and More…

Permanent - Full-Time or Part Time - a minimum of 3 working days a week which must include Thursdays and Fridays. The actual number of hours is flexible.

Culture: Relaxed, Informal, Collaborators, Inclusive, Trusted, Passionate, Family Friendly
Company: Award winning, online, speech and language support packages

Your Skills:  Speech and Language Therapist. SLCN. SEN/SEND. Paediatric Speech Therapy. School-Based Therapy. HCPC Registered. RCSLT Registered. EdTech. CPD Training. Evidence-Based Interventions.

Who we are:

Hello There! We're Speech & Language Link  (you might of heard of us before, especially if you come from an educational background ;))

We support over 4,000 UK schools as they deliver over 230,000 speech and language assessments annually and then use our interventions and resources with identified children. Our standardised assessments and innovative evidence-based interventions are designed for students aged 4 to 14 years and have won multiple awards.

We enjoy an informal working environment, with our offices on the pleasant University of Kent campus in Canterbury. We respect the work-life balance of our staff and are a family friendly company. We are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

The Speech and Language Therapist Role:

We are looking for a passionate and experienced Speech and Language Therapist (SLT) to join our multidisciplinary team. In this exciting and varied role, you will contribute to the design, delivery and development of our digital support packages, ensuring they remain clinically robust, engaging, and accessible to users.

We’re looking for a creative, organised, and forward-thinking individual who is eager to explore innovative approaches to supporting schools and families.

You’ll be confident using technology and passionate about designing and delivering training—both in person and online. A strong interest in research and a solid understanding of current practices in education and speech and language therapy are essential.

You’ll bring a fresh perspective, approach challenges with originality, and enjoy collaborating with a diverse team that includes educators, speech and language therapists, and media and technology professionals.

Key Responsibilities:

•    Product Development: Contribute to the ongoing development and refinement of our SLCN support packages, ensuring content is evidence-based, user-friendly, and aligned with current best practices.
•    Training and CPD Delivery: Develop and deliver training sessions and professional development materials for schools, and other professionals across education and health.
•    Customer Support: Provide expert clinical guidance and support to users, including schools and professionals, ensuring high-quality customer experience and outcomes.
•    Research and Impact: Support research initiatives and evaluation projects to assess the effectiveness of our tools, working closely with external and internal stakeholders.

What We’re Looking For:

Essential:

•    A qualified Speech and Language Therapist, registered with HCPC and RCSLT.
•    Experience supporting children and young people with SLCN in educational settings.
•    Strong communication and collaboration skills – able to engage a wide range of professionals.
•    Comfortable using digital tools and keen to apply your expertise in a tech-based environment.
•    Comfortable being active on social media.
•    A proactive, flexible and innovative mindset – excited about shaping the future of support services.

Desirable:

•    Experience in resource or content development.
•    Familiarity with school systems and digital learning platforms.
•    Interest or experience in research or impact evaluation.
•    Experience delivering training remotely via webinar.
•    A basic knowledge of Speech and Language Link packages.

What’s On Offer:

•    Competitive salary
•    Benenden Health Care
•    Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working opportunities
•    A supportive and collaborative team culture
•    The chance to make a real difference in special needs education

Interested? Apply here for a fast-track path to the Hiring Manager.

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If you have any pre-application questions please contact us first quoting the job title & ref. Good luck, Team RR.

College Lecturer - Ophthalmic Dispensing
Full or Part Time | Godmersham, Canterbury | From 36,000 | Optical Education Provider

Zest Optical are currently recruiting for a Lecturer in Ophthalmic Dispensing to join a leading optical education provider based near Canterbury.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Dispensing Optician to move into a teaching role and help shape the future of the profession. Whether you're looking for full-time or part-time work, this position offers flexibility, strong development support, and a rewarding career path.

No prior teaching experience is required - full training and support will be provided. If you're passionate about optics and want to guide the next generation of professionals, this could be the perfect step.

The Role

• Deliver teaching across pre-dispensing and FBDO diploma programmes
• Lead subject areas and help develop course content and learning materials
• Support students with assessments, portfolios and professional development
• Use a mix of face-to-face and blended learning methods
• Up to 20 hours of teaching per week (pro rata)
• Full or part time roles available (minimum 2 days per week)
• Based in Godmersham, Canterbury - hybrid working available outside teaching weeks
• Occasional travel to a national training centre (Birmingham)

The Person

• FBDO-qualified Dispensing Optician
• GOC and ABDO registered
• Teaching qualification desirable but not essential
• Confident communicator with good organisation skills
• Experience mentoring or supporting colleagues in practice is a strong advantage
• Interest in education, training, and professional development

Benefits

• Salary starting from 36,000 (dependent on experience)
• 30 days holiday + bank holidays
• No weekend working
• 10% employer pension contribution (5% employee)
• 5 days allocated annually for CPD and staff training
• Subsidised on-site accommodation (if required)
• Free parking
• ABDO membership and pro-rata support with GOC fees

How to Apply

To apply, please email your CV to or call (phone number removed) for more details.

Warehouse Operatives needed for work starting this month in Canterbury. No experience is needed.

£3000 Joining Bonus Paid at the end of October

We have multiple shift options available to choose from :

* 6 am till 2 pm

* 8 am till 4 pm

* 10 am till 6 pm

* 12 pm till 8 pm

* 2 pm till 10 pm

* 8 pm till 6 am

* 10 pm till 8 am

Starting from £9.50 hour on days, 2.50 hour on nights and 6.60 hour for bank holidays and any overtime done.

Here's a more detailed breakdown:

Key Responsibilities:

• Receiving and Checking Goods: Unloading deliveries, verifying items against paperwork, and checking for damage or discrepancies.
• Storage and Organization: Sorting and storing items in designated locations, optimizing space, and ensuring proper handling and storage conditions.
• Order Fulfillment: Picking items from the warehouse based on customer orders, packing them securely for shipment, and preparing them for dispatch.
• Inventory Management: Maintaining accurate stock records, tracking inbound and outbound goods, and potentially using inventory management systems.
• Loading and Unloading: Assisting with loading and unloading delivery vehicles, potentially using equipment like forklifts.
• Maintaining a Safe and Tidy Workplace: Ensuring the warehouse is organized, clean, and safe, adhering to health and safety regulations.

Essential Skills and Qualities:

• Physical Stamina: Warehouse work can be physically demanding, requiring the ability to lift and move items, bend, and stand for extended periods.
• Attention to Detail: Accuracy is crucial when checking stock, fulfilling orders, and maintaining records.
• Organizational Skills: The ability to organize and prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and maintain a tidy workspace is essential.
• Teamwork: Warehouse operatives often work as part of a team, so good communication and collaboration skills are important.

Work with Sense and make a real difference to the lives of the people we support and their families! 

We have a fantastic opportunity at our CQC outstanding service in Margate for Support Workers  to join our team.  This is a permanent role , working 37.5 hours per week.   

You must hold a full manual UK Driver's License, and be willing to drive a Sense vehicle for this role.

You don’t need any previous experience to become a support worker with Sense. We’ll give you full training for our part time and full time roles

Sense are offering a Support Worker in Margate £2.50 per hour.

Our service is home to 4 very characterful individuals with very different personalities. We believe first and foremost that this is their home we just happen to work in it, and it should feel homely and comfortable. We are looking for someone with a can do attitude and a great problem solver able to coach members of the team. 

The person centered care at our service has helped the creative development of our garden area, helped the people we support become part of the local society and meant they have maintained strong links with their family members. One of our people was even able to fulfil their desire of climbing the O2!

One member of staff said "I feel so privileged to have this job and would love other people to have the same chance as me. I wouldn’t have applied for this job through an advert as I considered myself inexperienced and underqualified however I’m so pleased I took the plunge. I work with an amazingly supportive team and support amazing people. job satisfaction 100%.”

• Positive, with a can-do attitude.
• Caring and empathetic.
• Passionate about enhancing other people’s lives.
• Willing to attend training as needed to support you in your role.
• Hold a manual driving license and be willing to drive Sense vehicles.

Here at Sense, we support people with complex disabilities to live the life they choose. Your priority will be empowering the people you support to live an independent life.

• Everyday tasks like cooking and cleaning.
• Personal care and hygiene.
• Finances.
• Medication and wellbeing.
• Going into the community for shopping or other trips.
• Their social life and nightlife.

Everyone we support is an individual, so their care is as unique as they are. You can see a more detailed description of duties in the job description attached at the bottom of this advert.

We believe that every disabled person should have the opportunity to connect with others and be included in the world. We use our knowledge and expertise to deliver personalised, creative and flexible support at every stage of life. Sense is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader .

Working at Sense can be incredibly rewarding; we offer the opportunity to work in a large, diverse and successful charity where people can develop their skills, knowledge and careers in a supportive and flexible environment. In addition, we have excellent training and development, the opportunity for you to join our Group Personal Pension scheme and a generous annual leave entitlement.

• 24 days of annual leave.
• Matched pension contributions up to 5%.
• Free life assurance policy.
• Cashback and discounts on high street brands (and 10% off at Sense charity shops!).
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Travel season ticket loans.
• Enhanced sick pay.
• Free DBS check if your role needs one.
• A £350 refer-a-fr nd scheme.
• Free access to over 100 online and face-to-face training courses, including the care certificate.
• Wisdom App- free access for all employees to mindfulness application.

Please use the link below to complete your application. Managers will use your supporting statement to shortlist candidates for interview; in relation to the Personal Specification. Therefore, it is very important you complete this section thoroughly.  We would recommend that you read the candidate guidelines, job description and person specification (found at the base of this advert) before applying.

Please note to avoid disappointment, we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close posts at any time.

No agency submissions please: any submissions without prior authorisation from the Sense Recruitment Team will be treated as our own and as such no fee will be payable.

If you require any further assistance, please contact the Recruitment Team on  or

Sense is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. Therefore, all offers of employment, where appropriate, are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

For this role we particularly welcome applications from candidates from underrepresented ethnic minority backgrounds and candidates with disabilities. Sense is committed to equality of opportunity, and to promoting and celebrating the diversity of staff, volunteers and the people we work with. Everyone's contribution is valued and we ensure they're given the opportunity to realise their potential. We welcome applications from talented people from all sections of the community who share our values and belief that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential. For more information please visit: 

What’s important to us…

Customers – we have no business without them so we need to make sure they want to come back after each visit. This can only be achieved through our team delivering great service.

Partners – we work on behalf of our Council partners to deliver their services to the local community. We can’t do this without our colleagues.

Green Matters – we are fully committed to being the most Environmental and Sustainable leisure operator we can be and we know we all have a part to play to reduce the impact on the environment.

Colleagues – our teams are the service! We can’t achieve anything without them and hopefully this could be YOU!

If you care about delivering great customer experiences, want to give something back to the community where you live and want to help our environment, we would love for you to join our team at Freedom Leisure.

In the role as a Lifeguard, you will be key to supporting all of our objectives and in many ways. This will start with ensuring our centres are welcoming, clean and safe environment for all of our customers.

A full training programme will be provided and for those that want to go further, we will work with you to develop a career path with us.

In the event that a high volume of suitable applications are received, the post may close prior to the specified closing date. Please apply as soon as possible if interested.

Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday - Sunday (Rota basis)

Part time hours are also available.

Requirements

• NPLQ qualification or equivalent - training can be provided
• First Aid at Work
• An ability and understanding of how to relate to customers of all ages and abilities and also to all levels of staff
• Well developed interpersonal skills
• Team orientated approach, able to work across organisation boundaries and demonstrate interest and be supportive of the work of staff and colleagues
• To be able to work flexibly and understand instructions from managers
• Demonstrated passion and energy for the leisure industry

Benefits

We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind, so what can we offer you?

• My Staff Shop, our very own staff benefit scheme, gives employees access to a great range of benefits. Get discounts on cinema tickets, travel bookings, high street e-vouchers, gift cards, days out, leisure activities and your day to day spending.
• Discounted Staff membership (including family members)
• Incremental holidays
• Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 confidential, independent and professional counselling.
• Company pension
• Various insurance and saving schemes
• Financial advice
• Cycle-to-work and Car Leasing tax-efficient schemes (salaried staff only)
• All this as well as fully funded training and career progression opportunities in a team working environment

Closing date: 31st May 2024

Salary: up to £22,069 per annum

KS2 Teacher - Small Primary School (Near Ashford)

Location: Just outside Ashford, Kent
Contract: Full-time or Part-time
Start Date: As soon as possible

About the Role

Simply Education are working with a lovely small primary school located just outside of Ashford who are looking to appoint a passionate and dedicated KS2 Teacher to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced teacher or an enthusiastic ECT who enjoys working in a close-knit school community where every child is valued and known.

The successful candidate will play an important role in delivering engaging lessons, fostering curiosity, and supporting pupils' academic and emotional development. The school offers a welcoming and collaborative environment, where staff work together to create an inspiring learning experience for all.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver creative and engaging lessons in line with the KS2 curriculum.
• Assess and track pupils' progress, identifying and supporting areas for development.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and support staff.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school and uphold its values.

What We're Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Experience teaching within Key Stage 2 (KS2).
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• A passion for inspiring young learners and promoting a love of learning.
• Flexibility to work on a full-time or part-time basis.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay rates.
• Flexible working options to suit your availability.
• Support from your own dedicated consultant.
• Access to a wide range of free CPD and training opportunities.

Why Join Simply Education?

At Simply Education, we pride ourselves on connecting dedicated educators with schools where they can truly make an impact. We work closely with schools across Kent to match teachers with roles that suit their experience, preferences, and lifestyle.

Ready to Get Started?

If you're an enthusiastic KS2 Teacher looking for a rewarding role in a friendly small primary school near Ashford , we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact your local Simply Education team for more information.

KS2 Teacher - Small Primary School (Near Ashford)

Location: Just outside Ashford, Kent
Contract: Full-time or Part-time
Start Date: As soon as possible

About the Role

Simply Education are working with a lovely small primary school located just outside of Ashford who are looking to appoint a passionate and dedicated KS2 Teacher to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced teacher or an enthusiastic ECT who enjoys working in a close-knit school community where every child is valued and known.

The successful candidate will play an important role in delivering engaging lessons, fostering curiosity, and supporting pupils' academic and emotional development. The school offers a welcoming and collaborative environment, where staff work together to create an inspiring learning experience for all.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver creative and engaging lessons in line with the KS2 curriculum.
• Assess and track pupils' progress, identifying and supporting areas for development.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and support staff.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school and uphold its values.

What We're Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Experience teaching within Key Stage 2 (KS2).
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• A passion for inspiring young learners and promoting a love of learning.
• Flexibility to work on a full-time or part-time basis.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay rates.
• Flexible working options to suit your availability.
• Support from your own dedicated consultant.
• Access to a wide range of free CPD and training opportunities.

Why Join Simply Education?

At Simply Education, we pride ourselves on connecting dedicated educators with schools where they can truly make an impact. We work closely with schools across Kent to match teachers with roles that suit their experience, preferences, and lifestyle.

Ready to Get Started?

If you're an enthusiastic KS2 Teacher looking for a rewarding role in a friendly small primary school near Ashford , we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact your local Simply Education team for more information.