Law and public sector

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Explore a range of opportunities in law and the public sector. Whether you're drawn to justice, public service, or education, there's a career path for you.

Consider legal professional services in-house or at a law firm, focusing on areas ranging from corporate law to criminal defence. Make a difference in public sector services through roles in government agencies or community services. Work in law enforcement, with careers in policing, criminal justice or emergency management. Shape the future in education, working as a teacher, in management or educational policy.

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  • Graduate SEN Behaviour Analyst - Cranleigh, Surrey

    Employer: JigsawTrust
    Application closing date: 28 May 2025
    Location: Cranleigh South East United Kingdom
    Jigsaw School offers a great opportunity for Psychology grads interested in Behaviour-Based Teaching and SEN Education. If you have a passion for education, behaviour techniques, and supporting students with special educational needs, this role could be the perfect start to your rewarding career.

  • Learning Support Worker - Cranleigh, Surrey

    Employer: JigsawTrust
    Application closing date: 28 May 2025
    Location: Cranleigh South East United Kingdom
    Worked in care or teaching previously?
    Experienced working with individuals with disabilities?
    Interested in autism and passionate about making a difference?

    Whatever your background, join JigsawPlus to build a career and make life changing differences.

  • 2025 Placement - Learning Support Worker (Placement) - Cranleigh, Surrey

    Employer: JigsawTrust
    Application closing date: 28 May 2025
    Location: Cranleigh South East United Kingdom
    Are you studying Psychology or Social Care? Interested in SEN and Behaviour Analysis? JigsawPlus offers paid placements for university students to gain hands-on experience supporting autistic adults, with access to training in Social Care and Behaviour Analysis, plus expert supervision.

  • Schools-based teacher training - London

    Employer: Saint John Southworth Enterprise & Research Alliance
    Application closing date: 28 Jun 2025
    Location: Enfield Wash, London Greater London United Kingdom
    Study with a university through a school of your choice, gradually working up to teaching a reduced timetable independently and achieving Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), PGCE, or both, within a school year.

  • Senior Support Worker - Cranleigh, Surrey

    Employer: JigsawTrust
    Application closing date: 28 May 2025
    Location: Cranleigh South East United Kingdom
    Are you experienced in delivering Positive Behaviour Support? Eager to progress your career in Social Care and expand your qualifications in behaviour analysis? At JigsawPlus, we offer endless opportunities to grow and make a positive impact. Ready for your next challenge? Join us!

  • Trainee Behaviour Analysis Graduate - Cranleigh, Surrey

    Employer: JigsawTrust
    Application closing date: 28 May 2025
    Location: Cranleigh South East United Kingdom
    Do you have a Bachelors background in Psychology, Social Care or Allied degree? Interested in behaviour analysis & Positive Behaviour Support? Want industry training to grow your career in a supportive, caring team? JigsawPlus’ graduate role could be your perfect next step!

  • Science Teacher - Yorkshire and the Humber

    Employer: Lift Schools
    Application closing date: 12 May 2025
    Location: Kingston Upon Hull Yorkshire and the Humber United Kingdom
    Kingswood Academy, is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Science Teacher to join our team and further strengthen our outstanding provision. This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to shape a career within an exceptional school.

  • Mathematics Teacher - Yorkshire and the Humber

    Employer: Lift Schools
    Application closing date: 12 May 2025
    Location: Kingston Upon Hull Yorkshire and the Humber United Kingdom
    We’re looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Maths Teacher to join our incredible team at Kingswood Academy, in Hull.

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