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Innovations Technologist Location: Bridgwater, Somerset Salary: £42k plus excellent benefits Working from home 1 day a week possible after probation Relocation possible Help Shape the Next Generation of Advanced Materials Are you passionate about developing innovative products and seeing your ideas progress from concept through to full-scale manufacture? We're looking for an Innovations Technologist to j click apply for full job details

Finance Director £80,000 Permanent Ideally Full-time although Part-time may be considered Location: Wincanton, Somerset Are you a commercially minded Chartered Accountant who wants genuine influence, rather than simply another FD title? This is an opportunity to join an ambitious, growing UK food manufacturing business at an exciting stage of its development Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you'll have a genuine seat at the table , helping shape strategy, improve profitability, strengthen cash generation and support the next phase of growth .and this isn't a "manage from a distance" FD role. We're looking for someone who enjoys getting into the detail someone equally comfortable discussing strategy, investment and growth with the Board as they are working alongside a small finance team to solve a day-to-day issue. If you want responsibility, influence and the opportunity to see the direct impact of your decisions , this could be the role for you. Why this role? - You'll have the opportunity to: Shape the financial strategy of a growing £7m business. Work directly with the Managing Director and senior leadership team. Influence profitability, pricing, investment and growth decisions. Take ownership of cash flow, working capital and banking relationships. Improve manufacturing and operational performance through better financial insight. Lead and develop a small finance team. Build better systems, controls, reporting and commercial processes. Play a key role in determining where the business goes next . This is a role where finance is not simply a support function you'll be a key part of the decision-making process. What you'll be doing You'll take overall responsibility for the finance function, balancing strategic leadership with hands-on financial management. Strategy & Commercial Finance Act as a trusted adviser and commercial partner to the Managing Director. Develop the financial strategy and three-year financial plan. Lead budgets, forecasts and rolling financial planning. Provide analysis to improve profitability, margins and shareholder value. Support pricing, investment, capital expenditure and growth decisions. Identify opportunities to improve commercial and operational performance. Financial Management Lead the production of accurate monthly management accounts. Prepare Board reporting and meaningful KPI dashboards. Maintain strong financial controls and balance sheet integrity. Lead year-end and statutory reporting. Manage external accountants, auditors and professional advisers. Cash & Working Capital Own cash flow forecasting and working capital management. Monitor debtors, creditors and stock. Identify opportunities to improve cash generation. Manage banking relationships, facilities and funding. Monitor banking covenants and reporting requirements. Manufacturing & Operational Finance Working closely with the operational team, you'll help turn financial data into better business decisions. Who are we looking for? You'll be a qualified Chartered Accountant (ACA, ACCA or ICAS) with strong commercial experience and the confidence to operate at both strategic and operational levels., You may currently be a Finance Director Commercial Finance Director Financial Controller Finance Controller Head of Finance Senior Finance Manager and you will ideally have experience within: Food manufacturing, FMCG or another production environment. A growing SME or entrepreneurial business. Budgeting, forecasting and long-term financial planning. Cash flow and working capital management. Manufacturing and product profitability. Financial modelling and commercial analysis. Managing banks, auditors and professional advisers. Leading and developing small finance teams. Experience in an owner-managed or rapidly growing business would be particularly valuable. Potential commuting locations include Yeovil, Sherborne, Shaftesbury, Gillingham, Frome, Warminster, Wells, Glastonbury, Bruton, Castle Cary, Trowbridge, Westbury, Salisbury, Bath, Taunton, Bridgwater and surrounding areas. Ready to make an impact? If you're an experienced Finance Director, Financial Controller, Head of Finance or senior finance professional who wants to help shape a growing manufacturing business rather than simply report on it , we'd love to hear from you. Apply now for a confidential conversation about the opportunity.

Technical Manager Food Manufacturing Location: Wiltshire Salary: Up to £60,000 We are seeking an experienced Technical Manager to lead and drive food safety, quality, and compliance standards within a fast-paced chilled food manufacturing environment. Reporting to senior leadership, you will be responsible for ensuring the site operates in line with all customer, regulatory, and industry requirements while maintaining the highest standards of product quality and food safety. The successful candidate will have proven experience within food manufacturing, ideally chilled foods, and possess a strong understanding of BRCGS standards, HACCP principles, and food safety legislation. Applicants should hold a Food Technology degree (or equivalent qualification) and/or demonstrate significant experience managing technical functions within a BRC-accredited manufacturing environment. Strong leadership, audit management, and stakeholder engagement skills are essential. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive technical professional looking to make a significant impact within a growing and quality-focused food manufacturing business. Essential Requirements: Experience in a Technical Manager or Senior Technical role within food manufacturing Strong knowledge of BRCGS standards and audit management HACCP qualification and practical implementation experience Food Technology degree or equivalent food science qualification preferred Experience within chilled food manufacturing highly desirable Knowledge of UK food safety legislation and retailer standards Excellent leadership and communication skills For more details please send your CV today

Business Development Manager Food & Drink Manufacturing Location: Bristol Hybrid (3 days office-based) Salary: £45,000 £50,000 Basic DOE + Commission + Car Allowance Travel: UK & International Are you an experienced Business Development Manager, Sales Manager or Account Manager with a background in the food, drink or manufacturing sector? We re working with an established and growing business that is looking for a commercially driven Business Development Manager to take responsibility for developing and managing key customer relationships, identifying new opportunities and driving profitable sales growth across the UK and international markets. This is an additional role as the team is expanding rapidly This is an excellent opportunity for a customer-focused sales professional who enjoys building long-term relationships, winning new business and working closely with technical and R&D/NPD teams to deliver solutions that meet customer needs. The Role As Business Development Manager, you will have overall responsibility for managing relationships with both new and existing customers. You will develop a strong understanding of customer requirements, identify opportunities and work collaboratively across the business to convert those opportunities into profitable sales. Key Responsibilities Manage, retain and develop a portfolio of key accounts and markets. Build strong relationships with buyers, decision-makers and other key stakeholders. Identify and develop new business opportunities across direct customers, agents and distributors. Manage qualified leads and convert opportunities through the sales pipeline. Organise and attend commercially focused customer and prospect meetings. Work closely with Technical, R&D and NPD teams to identify and develop customer opportunities. Increase sales revenue, profitability and the active customer base. Drive customer retention and identify opportunities for account growth. Develop relationships with potential business partners, agents and distributors. Prepare and deliver customer and internal presentations. Maintain accurate customer, opportunity and CRM records. Contribute to external marketing and commercial communications where required. Plan and manage customer and field visits. Maintain the product list in conjunction with the Technical Data Lead. Develop appropriate technical knowledge across the company's product portfolio. Travel throughout the UK and internationally as required. About You We're looking for a commercially minded sales professional with a proven track record in Business Development, Sales or Account Management , ideally within the food, drink or manufacturing industry. You will ideally have: 2+ years' experience in Sales or Business Development. Experience within the food, drink, FMCG or manufacturing sector is highly desirable. Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills. Strong commercial awareness and analytical ability. Proven experience of developing and influencing customer relationships. A proactive and self-motivated approach. Excellent organisation and time-management skills. Experience planning and managing customer/field visits. A strong understanding of sales pipelines and CRM systems. A customer-first approach combined with a strong commercial focus. The ability to work collaboratively as part of a wider team. Willingness to travel within the UK and internationally. What's on Offer? £45,000 £50,000 basic salary , depending on experience. Bonus scheme . Car allowance . Hybrid working typically 3 days office-based UK and international travel. Opportunity to join an established business and play a key role in its continued commercial growth. If you're an ambitious Business Development Manager, Sales Manager, Key Account Manager or National Account Manager looking for your next opportunity within the food and drink manufacturing sector, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV for immediate consideration.

Quality Compliance Supervisor Tiverton Salary: £30 000 (depending on experience) About the Role We are looking for an organised and proactive Quality NPD & Compliance Supervisor to join our growing food manufacturing business. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with experience in food production, quality, or technical compliance who enjoys managing multiple projects while maintaining the highest standards of food safety and product quality. Working closely with the Technical Manager, you will coordinate new product development (NPD) projects from concept through to launch, while supporting the site's quality management systems and ensuring compliance with food safety and customer requirements. Key Responsibilities Coordinate New Product Development (NPD) projects from concept to launch. Gather supplier specifications and technical information for new products. Maintain accurate product files, specifications, and development records. Arrange customer product samples and monitor project progress. Support the Technical Manager in maintaining food safety and quality systems. Monitor production quality and ensure products consistently meet agreed standards. Assist in investigating production issues and implementing corrective actions. Maintain supplier approval documentation and technical records. Carry out supplier approval checks for new suppliers. Participate in internal audits and support external customer and certification audits. Manage traceability exercises and support product recall procedures. Deliver training on quality procedures and food safety requirements. Support continuous improvement initiatives across production and technical departments. About You We're looking for someone who has: Experience within a food manufacturing or Drinks environment. Previous experience in Technical, Quality Assurance, Compliance, or New Product Development. A good understanding of HACCP, GMP, food safety legislation, and quality management systems. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement. Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office. Desirable HACCP qualification. Internal Auditor experience. Experience working with BRCGS standards. Knowledge of retailer technical requirements. What We Offer Competitive salary. Full-time permanent position. Company pension. On-site parking. Employee discount. Ongoing training and development opportunities. Opportunity to play a key role within a growing food manufacturing business. If you're passionate about food quality, product development, and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a team committed to producing high-quality products while maintaining the highest food safety standards.

Technical Manager Food Manufacturing Location: Wiltshire Salary: Up to £60,000 We are seeking an experienced Technical Manager to lead and drive food safety, quality, and compliance standards within a fast-paced chilled food manufacturing environment. Reporting to senior leadership, you will be responsible for ensuring the site operates in line with all customer, regulatory, and industry requirements while maintaining the highest standards of product quality and food safety. The successful candidate will have proven experience within food manufacturing, ideally chilled foods, and possess a strong understanding of BRCGS standards, HACCP principles, and food safety legislation. Applicants should hold a Food Technology degree (or equivalent qualification) and/or demonstrate significant experience managing technical functions within a BRC-accredited manufacturing environment. Strong leadership, audit management, and stakeholder engagement skills are essential. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive technical professional looking to make a significant impact within a growing and quality-focused food manufacturing business. Essential Requirements: Experience in a Technical Manager or Senior Technical role within food manufacturing Strong knowledge of BRCGS standards and audit management HACCP qualification and practical implementation experience Food Technology degree or equivalent food science qualification preferred Experience within chilled food manufacturing highly desirable Knowledge of UK food safety legislation and retailer standards Excellent leadership and communication skills For more details please send your CV today

Customer Technical Administrator Location: Ditcheat, Somerset (Site Based) Salary: £28,000 £32,000 per annum We're looking for a Customer Quality Technologist or Technical Administrator to join my clients Quality team at their Ditcheat site. This is a great opportunity for someone with experience in food manufacturing, specifications, artwork or technical administration, or for a Food Science / Food Technology/ Nutrition graduate with some industry experience who is looking to develop a career in food quality. The Role - You'll support the Customer Quality Manager by: Preparing and maintaining product specifications. Managing artwork approvals. Completing customer questionnaires and responding to quality queries. Preparing QA documentation and maintaining quality records. Carrying out packaging checks, hygiene inspections and internal audits. Supporting compliance with food safety, quality and retailer standards. About You - You'll have: Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel. Strong communication skills. The ability to work independently and as part of a team. Previous experience in a food manufacturing or technical environment is desirable, along with knowledge of specifications, artwork or retailer portals, although full training will be provided. This is a site-based role offering an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a supportive and experienced Quality team. If you're looking for your next step in food quality and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you. Benefits include 30 days per annum (including Public & Bank Holidays in England & Wales) rising to 31 days after attaining 10 years continuous service. Pension 5% Employee/5% Employer contribution. Life Assurance 2 x annual salary (after completion of 3 months service). Bike to Work Scheme Capped. Employees can purchase company products at a discounted price. On site parking Annual Company event and Christmas Hamper This role is commutable from Shepton Mallet, Wells, Wincanton, Shaftesbury, Evercreech, Frome, Trowbridge, Westbury, Yeovil, Blandford Forum, Sherborne, Castle Cary, Bruton

Customer Quality Technologist / Technical Administrator Location: Ditcheat, Somerset (Site Based) Salary: £28,000 £32,000 per annum We're looking for a Customer Quality Technologist or Technical Administrator to join my clients Quality team at their Ditcheat site. This is a great opportunity for someone with experience in food manufacturing, specifications, artwork or technical administration, or for a Food Science / Food Technology/ Nutrition graduate with some industry experience who is looking to develop a career in food quality. The Role - You'll support the Customer Quality Manager by: Preparing and maintaining product specifications. Managing artwork approvals. Completing customer questionnaires and responding to quality queries. Preparing QA documentation and maintaining quality records. Carrying out packaging checks, hygiene inspections and internal audits. Supporting compliance with food safety, quality and retailer standards. About You - You'll have: Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel. Strong communication skills. The ability to work independently and as part of a team. Previous experience in a food manufacturing or technical environment is desirable, along with knowledge of specifications, artwork or retailer portals, although full training will be provided. This is a site-based role offering an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a supportive and experienced Quality team. If you're looking for your next step in food quality and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you. Benefits include 30 days per annum (including Public & Bank Holidays in England & Wales) rising to 31 days after attaining 10 years continuous service. Pension 5% Employee/5% Employer contribution. Life Assurance 2 x annual salary (after completion of 3 months service). Bike to Work Scheme Capped. Employees can purchase company products at a discounted price. On site parking Annual Company event and Christmas Hamper This role is commutable from Shepton Mallet, Wells, Wincanton, Shaftesbury, Evercreech, Frome, Trowbridge, Westbury, Yeovil, Blandford Forum, Sherborne, Castle Cary, Bruton

Compliance Technologist Food Industry 100% Site Based Role £Competitive DOE + Benefits Chippenham area, Wiltshire An exciting opportunity for an individual ideally with Technical/Quality management experience, gained within a food manufacturing environment. Based at a modern site near Trowbridge Within this role you will be supporting the Regulatory and Labelling Supervisor to ensure that labels, specs and other project work are created in an accurate and timely manner. Supplier information is to be reviewed to ensure that it is accurate and in the correct format required by the customer COP and legislation. All work to be completed within the current BRC framework of the site. This role could suit a candidate with QA experience seeking the next step in their career, or a Food Science Graduate who has already gained some experience within the industry. Compliance Technologist Key Responsibilities: Working with suppliers to ensure that all technical information received onto site is accurate and is sufficiently detailed to ensure that the site approval process occurs in a timely way. This information could be HACCP, specifications, labels, swabbing plans etc. Working with customers to ensure that information supplied is accurate and if amendments are needed, these are dealt with quickly. Responding promptly and proactively to ongoing technical queries from customers. Maintenance & review of raw material suppliers, packaging and cheese supplier s records and audits. Create specifications for new products and maintain the specification database. Work within the customer technical framework using electronic specification systems (Food Logic and Trace gains). Create, review and approve artwork against market regulations. Compliance Technologist Qualifications and experience: Experience in a QA / Technical role ideally with a chilled food manufacturing business or relevant qualification. Experience of supplier specifications systems, specification writing, food labelling regulations or NPD related knowledge would be advantageous. The ability to read, analyse and interpret technical procedures and EU regulations. Compliance Technologist Salary and Benefits: Competitive Salary Contributory Pension Scheme Death in Service scheme Holiday: 25 days plus statutory This role is commutable from Bath, Chippenham, Warminster, Devizes, Trowbridge, Swindon and surrounding areas and may suit a candidate that has previously worked as a QA, Technical Admin, Specifications Technologist, Food Technologist, Technical Assistant, QA Supervisor, Food Safety and Compliance Technologist, Regulatory Affairs Technologist, Product specifications Technologist or Compliance Technologist

Office Administrator Trowbridge, Wiltshire Competitive Salary Monday Friday 8:30am 5:00pm (1 hour unpaid lunch) Full Time Permanent Office Based Join a Friendly, Growing Business Where Your Contribution Matters Are you an organised and proactive Office Administrator looking for a varied role within a supportive, fast-growing company? This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a small, friendly team where no two days are the same and your role will continue to develop as the business grows. The Role As Office Administrator, you'll play a key role in keeping the office running smoothly and supporting the day-to-day operations of the business. Your responsibilities will include: Processing sales orders accurately Raising and processing sales invoices Handling stock control queries Answering incoming telephone calls and directing enquiries Providing general administrative support to the team Assisting with additional office duties as the business continues to grow About You We're looking for someone who enjoys being organised, has excellent attention to detail and is confident working in a busy office environment. You'll ideally have: Previous experience in an Office Administrator or similar administration role Strong IT skills and confidence using business systems Good numeracy skills Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal A keen eye for detail and a high level of accuracy The ability to work independently as well as part of a close-knit team A positive, flexible approach and willingness to support colleagues where needed Why Apply? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful and expanding business that genuinely values its employees. You'll enjoy working in modern offices, be part of a friendly and supportive team, and have the chance to develop your role as the company continues to grow. Interested? We'd love to hear from you. Apply today by sending us your CV. Conveniently located in Trowbridge, this role is easily commutable from Westbury, Melksham, Bradford-on-Avon, Warminster, Devizes, Frome, Chippenham, Bath, Corsham, Radstock, Calne and surrounding areas, all within approximately a 30-minute commute.

Office Administrator Bradford upon avon £14.00 per hour Monday Friday Full Time Permanent Office Based Become Part of a Supportive and Growing Team Are you an organised and reliable administrator who enjoys variety in your working day? This is a great opportunity to join a successful business in Frome, where you ll become an important part of a friendly team and provide essential support across the office. With a varied workload and the opportunity to make the role your own, this position would suit someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys keeping things running smoothly and is looking for a long-term career opportunity. The Role Working as an Office Administrator, you will provide valuable support to the wider team and help ensure the smooth running of daily office operations. Your duties will include: Processing customer orders and ensuring information is recorded accurately Preparing and issuing sales invoices Supporting stock administration and resolving queries Responding to telephone enquiries and directing calls appropriately Updating records and maintaining accurate paperwork Providing general administrative assistance across the business Supporting colleagues with additional tasks as required About You We are looking for someone who is dependable, well organised and confident working within a busy office environment. Ideally, you will have: Previous experience in administration, office support or a similar role Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and business systems Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accuracy Good numerical skills and confidence handling figures Excellent communication skills and a professional telephone manner The ability to prioritise tasks and work independently A positive attitude with a willingness to learn and support the team What s on Offer? This is an excellent opportunity to join a welcoming and expanding company where your work will be valued. You ll be part of a close-knit team, enjoy a varied role and have the chance to develop your skills within a supportive working environment. To apply, please send your CV today. We d love to hear from you. This role is conveniently located in Bradford upon avon and is easily accessible from surrounding areas including Radstock, Trowbridge, Warminster, Westbury, Bath, Shepton Mallet, Wells and nearby locations.

Technical Manager Food Manufacturing Location: Wiltshire Salary: Up to £60,000 We are seeking an experienced Technical Manager to lead and drive food safety, quality, and compliance standards within a fast-paced chilled food manufacturing environment. Reporting to senior leadership, you will be responsible for ensuring the site operates in line with all customer, regulatory, and industry requirements while maintaining the highest standards of product quality and food safety. The successful candidate will have proven experience within food manufacturing, ideally chilled foods, and possess a strong understanding of BRCGS standards, HACCP principles, and food safety legislation. Applicants should hold a Food Technology degree (or equivalent qualification) and/or demonstrate significant experience managing technical functions within a BRC-accredited manufacturing environment. Strong leadership, audit management, and stakeholder engagement skills are essential. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive technical professional looking to make a significant impact within a growing and quality-focused food manufacturing business. Essential Requirements: Experience in a Technical Manager or Senior Technical role within food manufacturing Strong knowledge of BRCGS standards and audit management HACCP qualification and practical implementation experience Food Technology degree or equivalent food science qualification preferred Experience within chilled food manufacturing highly desirable Knowledge of UK food safety legislation and retailer standards Excellent leadership and communication skills For more details please send your CV today

Technical Manager / Compliance Manager Non factory environment TROWBRIDGE £50-55k DOE Site based Manucomm Recruitment are looking to recruit a Technical Manager / Compliance Manager for a food broker that supplies food service customers. Operating from small and friendly open plan offices in Trowbridge the successful Technical manager / Compliance Manager / Technical coordinator will be working as part of the UK arm of a global group. Turnover circa £30M. They do not manufacture foods but work closely with their suppliers in Europe and further afield who are accredited with BRC or similar standards. The company works with mainly non- retail customers including leading food groups and are passionate about food with an excellent reputation within the food industry. Successful person will have two assistants and role has come about due to retirement Role: As the Compliance manager you will manage and develop technical documentation, such as product specifications, company technical procedures, managing supplier accreditation database, complete customer technical questionnaires or queries regarding product information. The successful candidate MUST have: Food or Drink technical experience Working knowledge of customer product specifications, packaging, technical information, HACCP, allergens and ideally BRC standards. Environmental knowledge helpful You will need to be highly organised and analytical with strong IT skills plus be an effective communicator both This is a day based role and offers a competitive salary and benefits. IF this role is of interest, pleased apply ASAP This role may suit a person that has previously worked as a Technical manager, Quality manager, QSM, Quality Systems manager, Compliance and the role is commutable from Bath, Trowbridge, Shepton mallet, Devizes, Frome, Melksham, Bradford on Avon, Chippenham

Multi Skilled Engineer (Days - FMCG) - Newton Abbot Salary £43,000 + Excellent Benefits My client is a well-established manufacturing company based in the heart of beautiful Devon. The successful Multi Skilled Engineer will be working as part of a team of engineers on shift and enjoy carrying out all aspects of engineering. My client has a low staff turnover and so the successful engineer will be looking to join a company that looks after its staff and offers a "long term" career. Shift Hours: 2 weeks 05:00 - 13:00 2 weeks 14:30 - 22:30 On call rotation 1 week in every 4 The role will involve: Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance Electrical and mechanical fault finding on production machinery Supporting project and installation work where needed Multi Skilled Engineer Skills/ Qualifications Required: Multi-Skilled Engineer but with a strong Electrical biased. Experience working within an FMCG environment. Knowledge and experience of Health and Safey, HACCP and GMP across a manufacturing site. TIG welding. 18th Edition. PAT Testing Salary and Benefits: £43,000 Discretionary annual bonus Referral scheme Sick pay Free parking Call out payments and Overtime If the role is of interest, then please send your CV today

Quality Compliance manager Non factory environment TROWBRIDGE £40 -45 DOE Site based Manucomm Recruitment are looking to recruit a Technical Manager / Compliance Manager for a food broker that supplies food service customers. Operating from small and friendly open plan offices in Trowbridge the successful Technical manager / Quality Compliance manager / Compliance Manager / Technical coordinator will be working as part of the UK arm of a global group. Turnover circa £30M. They do not manufacture foods but work closely with their suppliers in Europe and further afield who are accredited with BRC or similar standards. The company works with mainly non- retail customers including leading food groups and are passionate about food with an excellent reputation within the food industry. Successful person will have two assistants and role has come about due to retirement Quality Compliance manager Role: As the Compliance manager you will manage and develop technical documentation, such as product specifications, company technical procedures, managing supplier accreditation database, complete customer technical questionnaires or queries regarding product information. The successful candidate MUST have: Food or Drink technical experience Working knowledge of customer product specifications, packaging, technical information, HACCP, allergens and ideally BRC standards. Environmental knowledge helpful You will need to be highly organised and analytical with strong IT skills plus be an effective communicator both This is a day based role and offers a competitive salary and benefits. IF this role is of interest, pleased apply ASAP This role may suit a person that has previously worked as a Technical manager, Quality manager, QSM, Quality Systems manager, Compliance and the role is commutable from Bath, Trowbridge, Shepton mallet, Devizes, Frome, Melksham, Bradford on Avon, Chippenham